Sermons on Dealing With Suffering:

Suffering Servant

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Apr 2, 2001

Year C. Passion/Palm Sunday April 8th, 2001 Isaiah 50 : 4-9

Year C. Passion/Palm Sunday April 8th, 2001 Isaiah 50 : 4-9 Title: “Suffering Servant” In Isaiah Chapters 40 – 55, there are four “songs” or poems, 42: 1-7; 49: 1-7; 50: 4-9; 52: 13 – 53: 12 that stand out as having a distinct character. In fact, if ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 50:4-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Suffering For God Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on May 9, 2001

The honor of suffering for God.

Suffering for Being A Christian 1 Peter 4:12-19 Have you ever watched a fire walker? Looks painful doesn’t it? But that is how the Bible describes the suffering and persecution that we at times must face because of our faith in Jesus. Let’s spend some time this morning talking about being a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Festive Sufferer Series

Contributed by Michael Demastus on Jan 10, 2002

This is the 1st sermon in this series.

The Message of James: "The Festive Sufferer" James 1:1-18 Introduction: *Illustration- Do you remember Harold Kushner’s book titled When Bad Things Happen To Good People? R. C. Sproul had a great answer for that. Someone asked him on one occasion, "Why do bad things happen ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Suffering Servant Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 15, 2002

Why did Jesus suffer? Isaiah tells us hte reason. This is Sermon 2 of 4

INTRODUCTION  We are closing in on Resurrection Sunday. As we get closer to that wonderful time of celebration I want to take you back to the book of Isaiah as we return to the 53rd of Isaiah.  I want you to remember as we look at our text today that Isaiah wrote this some 700 ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:4-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thoughts On Suffering

Contributed by Chris Thron on Oct 18, 2000

Godly suffering is the key to a joyful Christian life.

Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing were happening to you. Rather rejoice that you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is revealed. If you are reviled for Christ’s sake you are blessed, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:12-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Suffering And God's Will

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

SUFFERING (FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF LIVING FOR ETERNITY AND IN THE CONTEXT OF COMMENDABLE CONDUCT) FULFILS GOD'S WILL AND FINDS VINDICATION AND VICTORY (3:13-4:19) A.

SUFFERING (FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF LIVING FOR ETERNITY AND IN THE CONTEXT OF COMMENDABLE CONDUCT) FULFILS GOD'S WILL AND FINDS VINDICATION AND VICTORY (3:13-4:19) A. INTRODUCTION -- TRIUMPH OF SUFFERING (3:13-17) 1. Suffering Should Be the Exception Rather Than the Rule in the Context of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Acceptance Of Suffering

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THE ACCEPTANCE OF SUFFERING -- COMPLETE DEDICATION TO THE WILL OF GOD Introd.

THE ACCEPTANCE OF SUFFERING -- COMPLETE DEDICATION TO THE WILL OF GOD Introd.: Don't shrink back from total commitment to the will of God even though you see that it will bring some suffering. Peter has already encouraged us regarding the Triumph of Suffering and the Assurance of Triumph. Now he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Be Prepared To Suffer

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

Introd.: motto of Boy Scouts = "Be Prepared" God's message to Joseph in Egypt = help the nation to be prepared for 7 years of famine doctors take much more time today than they used to to make sure patients understand and are prepared for the operation Illust.

Introd.: motto of Boy Scouts = "Be Prepared" God's message to Joseph in Egypt = help the nation to be prepared for 7 years of famine doctors take much more time today than they used to to make sure patients understand and are prepared for the operation Illust. of not being prepared: Peter wants his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:13-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Suffering Series

Contributed by Richard David on Nov 9, 2000

How Christians should respond to questions from seekers regarding why God allows suffering.

I. Intro.; Searching Issues; answers to objections (or questions that Christians may have) A. Why does God allow suffering B. What about other religions, the New Age C. What’s wrong with sex outside of marriage D. What does God think about homosexuality and homosexuals E. Does Christianity conflict ...read more

Scripture: Job 14:1, Romans 12:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Suffering Of The Present Series

Contributed by Chuck Hendrix on Feb 15, 2001

Coping is made esier with the right perspective.

SUFFERING OF THE PRESENT By Chuck Hendrix A farmer was driving his pickup with his dog in the seat next to him and a horse trailer in tow behind him. On a dangerous curve, the farmer was forced off the road by a large truck. A highway patrolman happened upon the accident and quickly assessed the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Innocent Suffering Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Mar 12, 2001

In today’s psalm, first lesson and gospel, the theme of innocent suffering gives us the opportunity to ponder what this means for us today.

Sermon for Palm/Passion Sunday, Year C Based on Ps. 31:9-16; Isa. 50:4-9a; Lk. 23:1-49 By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson “Innocent Suffering” Preaching on Palm/Passion Sunday is like trying to see and appreciate the details of a beautiful landscape, while, at the same time, you’re traveling 500 ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 50:4-9, Luke 23:1-49

Denomination: Lutheran

The Meaning Of Suffering

Contributed by Arulselvam Rayappan on Mar 1, 2005

We will never be tried beyond our strength.Jesus Christ our Lord shows us that suffering and death have meaning and helps us to carriy our burdens cheerfully.

SUFFERING There is a natural revulsion to suffering in us all. No one likes pain or irritation. Our natural inclination is to avoid suffering at all costs. What a lot of weeping there is in the world! If we could gather it in one place it would fill a sea, a great ocean. We are not free from ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-23

Denomination: Catholic

Causes Of Suffering Series

Contributed by John Walls on Jun 28, 2004

Helping Christians during suffering

WHY DO CHRISTIANS SUFFER? Message # 1 THE CAUSES OF SUFFERING Romans 8:18 Introduction: Over the years that I have been a pastor, I have been asked various questions. One question that I have never been asked is where did Cain get his wife. I have a good answer for that one. He got his wife ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18

Denomination: Baptist

The Suffering Servant

Contributed by Gregory Fisher on Jul 3, 2004

I preach weekly to a congregation that sometimes include Muslims and Hindus who are coming out of curiosity. This is a Christological sermon for sure.

The Suffering Servant Text: Isaiah 52:13-53:12 Isaiah 52:13-53:12 form for us a wonderful picture of the Lord Jesus Christ The Old Testament is full of “Types and Shadows” of what is to come in the New Testament. These “Types and Shadows” were meant to prepare us for the reality that would ...read more

Denomination: Foursquare

The Will Of God: Suffering

Contributed by William Noel on Jun 5, 2004

Suffering should be viewed as a precious and important part of doing the will of God

The Will of God Suffering I Peter 4:19 Introduction · C. S. Lewis describes the role of suffering in the life of the believer as “soul-making.” It is the shaping of the Christian with the hammer and chisel of adversity. Lewis also said “God whispers to us in our pleasures; speaks in our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:19

Denomination: Baptist