Sermons on Difficulties:

Overcoming The Problem Of Bitterness Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Apr 25, 2013

The story of Miriam and Aaron (brother and sister of Moses) teaches us some valuable principles about the problem of bitterness.

Overcoming the Problem of Bitterness Numbers 12 www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. Tonight, we will examine an Old Testament story. It is the story of Miriam and Aaron (brother and sister of Moses) and how they responded to Moses in Numbers 12. 2. This story teaches us some valuable ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 12:1-16

Denomination: Bible Church

Overcoming The Problem Of Discouragement Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on May 2, 2013

There are many practical truths that we can learn from God’s Word that will help us understand and overcome the problem of discouragement.

Overcoming the Problem of Discouragement 1 Kings 18-19 www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. The great prophet Elijah had just won a mighty victory over 450 prophets of Baal in chapter 18. 2. In chapter 19, Elijah received a death threat from Jezebel (King Ahab’s wife). She said, ...read more

Denomination: Bible Church

Overcoming The Problem Of Anger Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on May 16, 2013

Though we will struggle with the feeling of anger as long as we live, it is how we deal with it that determines its effect on us. No matter how subtle or severe our anger may be, we can take biblical steps to overcome it and experience God’s peace.

Overcoming The Problem Of Anger www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. Of all of our emotions, anger is perhaps the strongest and most potentially destructive. It is many times referred to as “wrath” in the Bible. 2. Proverbs 27:4 teaches us that anger can be cruel and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 11:1-13

Denomination: Bible Church

What To Do When Your World Seems To Crumble

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 15, 2009

When the hardship of life comes your way, tell it to Jesus. He is our Rock.

Intro. This has been a year of great grace. God has been good. This has been a year of turmoil, people concerned over the economy, even though we know God is in control. This year has been a year of defeat in some sense, because we have seen wicked people be elected to our high offices across ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Journey Through The Wall Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Feb 12, 2011

Part 4 of the series Emotionally Healthy Spirituality looks at the spiritual journey at the place of the wall. The question is not when but what will we do when we hit the wall?

Journey Through the Wall Emotionally Healthy Spirituality, prt. 4 Wildwind Community Church October 31, 2010 David Flowers Ever heard or used the phrase, “I’ve hit the wall”? What does it mean when people say that? (solicit audience reaction) It means, “I have gone as ...read more

Scripture: John 8:36

Denomination: Free Methodist

Expressing Confidence And Trust Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Feb 19, 2011

A Psalm of Confidence expresses trust in God’s goodness and power because we have an intimate awareness of God’s presence. Psalm 91 is an example off this.

Expressing Confidence and Trust Psalm 91 You can listen to a full recording of this message at http://www.nec.org.au/listen-to-a-sermon-series/responding-to-god-psalms/ Introduction:- Psalms of Confidence We are considering the Psalms and how to use the Psalms to help us respond to God. There ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 3: Praying Through Persecution

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 21, 2011

How to deal with persecution as Christians.

A. 1 PETER 4:12-19 “Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened to you; but rejoice to the extent that you partake of Christ’s sufferings, that when His glory is revealed, you may also be glad with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

Endurance

Contributed by Mike Aldaco on Feb 21, 2011

Enduring trials

ENDURING INTRO: In 2 Cor 4:8- 18 (rd) Here the apostle Paul is speaking to the Corinthian church about some of the hardship & trials that he & his co- workers were subjected to for preaching the gospel. 1. We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; 2. we are perplexed, but not in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Deal With The Trials Of Life Series

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Dec 1, 2010

How do deal with the trials of life

I. ACKNOWLEDGE THE SURE REALITY OF THE TRIALS (2) A. Definite B. Diverse II. APPRECIATE THE SOVEREIGN REASON FOR THE TRIALS (3) A. Stimulate our faith B. Substantiate our faith III. APPROPRIATE THE SCRIPTURAL RESPONSE TO THE TRIALS (2,4) A. Joyful ...read more

Scripture: James 1:4

Denomination: Baptist

Receive The Holy Ghost In 2011

Contributed by Darren Sirmans on Dec 31, 2010

This sermon reveals the power of God, if you want the power of God. This is the way to get it. Follow him to the end of your search when you

Acts1:8 Most people think that the Holy Ghost is received by lying on of hands, and this is true, but I want to talk to you from my very own experience: about the day I received the Holy Ghost. When I graduated from Nathaniel Bedford Forrest in the year of 1987, l was raised to be a good kid. A ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Holding Steady In Life’s Storms Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jan 7, 2011

We need to be able to stand strong in the midst of the storms of life if we are going to grow and thrive in our spiritual walk with Jesus!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Mark Smith in an article in Readers Digest said the following: Like many high school seniors, my son was filling out college-scholarship applications. One form asked for extracurricular activities. He answered: “wrestling.” The next question requested positions held. He ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living Water

Contributed by Darren Sirmans on Jul 27, 2010

We can learn so much by following Jesus into the water.

Ezekiel 47: 1- 6 Exodus 2: 10 To transgress is like water underneath the world; it cannot be undone or rectified because water is a past occurrence. To transgress against the laws of God, a dilemma that every man must find himself in then he acknowledges it before a Holy God and except his plan ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Trials And Persecutions

Contributed by Timothy West Sr. on Aug 11, 2010

There are many reasons we face trials in life.

Why Do We Face Trials I. We must all face trials and persecutions in our walk with God. A. Our trials are fiery trials  I Peter tells us that as believers there WILL be times that we will face problems, persecution, and trials of our faith!!  He compares our trials to the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6

Denomination: Charismatic

Joseph: Lessons In Adversity Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Aug 23, 2010

In this message I want you to see some lessons from the life of Joseph that all of us need to learn and these are lessons about adversity. Joseph was a good man. Joseph loved his family. He loved God and he wanted to do the right thing but even in all

Joseph: Lessons in Adversity Genesis 37:2-14, 17b-20 This scripture gives us some background and insight into this man named Joseph who is a true hero of the Bible. We cannot read the entire story this morning in detail because it takes up about 14 chapters in the book of Genesis. That is about ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:2-14

Denomination: Baptist

Affirming The Afflicted

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 27, 2010

Affirming the Afflicted (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: 2 Thessalonians chapter 1 verses 1-12 Ill: • I am sure we have all seen the type of western film; • When the cowboys are besieged and hopelessly outnumbered. • They are low on provisions and short of ammunition. • They cannot hope to hold out for much ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12

Denomination: Brethren