Sermons on Difficulty:

Prayer Keys - Persistence Series

Contributed by Mark Stepherson on Oct 27, 2011

Please forgive me for stating the obvious, but persistent prayer is hard work. It drains us. It is hard, but it is eventually worth the effort.

Prayer Keys - Persistence “Then Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and not give up.” Luke 18:1 Have you seen that cartoon with the pelican having a frog for dinner? His dinner is not agreeing with him. In fact, his dinner is violently ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Praying In The Interval

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Dec 19, 2007

Sometimes when we pray the answer is delayed. This message explores the interaction between prayer and angels.

Daniel 10:9-14 KJV Yet heard I the voice of his words: and when I heard the voice of his words, then was I in a deep sleep on my face, and my face toward the ground. [10] And, behold, an hand touched me, which set me upon my knees and upon the palms of my hands. [11] And he said unto me, O ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 10:9-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Lord Will Not Forsake His People Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Nov 14, 2016

Even though we failed in the past or made horrible mistakes, yet God will never ever forsake us. Because He loved us so much.

Each of us is facing a different kind of challenge each day. Some of you are facing some health issues. I just heard of a news regarding our close relative who has been diagnosed with cancer. She is going through rough times right now and we had to help her deal with her new challenge. Some of you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 14:1-23

Denomination: Nazarene

Beware Of Inconsistency Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Jan 9, 2017

Inconsistency is a habit we need to break if we want to prosper this New Year.

BEWARE OF INCONSISTENCY INTRODUCTION: We will continue our series on the Book of 1 Samuel. We are now in the second half of chapter 14. We will be focusing our lessons on the inconsistencies displayed by the decisions of King Saul. His inconsistencies as the King brought about harmful consequences ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 14:24-46

Denomination: Nazarene

When I Need God Most Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 23, 2018

When I deserve Him the least and need Him most God is there for me.

General George S. Patton once said: I don't measure a man's success by how high he climbs but how high he bounces when he hits bottom. After what we saw in Jonah chapter 1 last week, I think Jonah certainly would have been encouraged by those words. After all, it’s hard to imagine that Jonah ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Children Ministry

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 19, 2018

A study in the book of Exodus 18: 1 – 27

Exodus 18: 1 – 27 Children Ministry 18And Jethro, the priest of Midian, Moses’ father-in-law, heard of all that God had done for Moses and for Israel His people—that the LORD had brought Israel out of Egypt. 2 Then Jethro, Moses’ father-in-law, took Zipporah, Moses’ wife, after he had sent her ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

More Powerful Than Prison Bars Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Feb 2, 2013

The Church prays and Peter is released from prison. (Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (A). God sees our trials (vs 1-4): • Man’s persecution • God's sovereignty (B). God hears our Prayers (vs 5-17): • Peter sleeping (vs 5-6) • Peter obeying (verses 7-11) • Peter knocking (vs 12-16) • Peter declaring (vs 17) SERMON ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-17

Denomination: Brethren

The Birth Of John The Baptist Foretold Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 22, 2012

An analysis of the account regarding the promise of the birth of John the Baptist will show us how to respond to God's word.

Scripture Today I am continuing my series in the Gospel of Luke that I am calling, “To Seek and to Save the Lost.” The primary mission of Jesus, which Luke captures so well in Luke 19:10 is “to seek and to save the lost.” I love the way The ESV Study Bible captures ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Wake Up, Church! Awaken Our Faith Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Aug 20, 2021

Like many things in our lives, our faith tends to wain when trouble comes our way. But in these times, we need to awaken our faith, putting our trust in the one and only creator of the Universe!

In America, we have lost faith in many things. For example we have lost faith in our future. (Americans' optimism about country's direction over next year drops nearly 20 points since May: ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-14, Matthew 17:20, Hebrews 11:6, John 14:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Reason For Praise

Contributed by David Dewitt on Feb 20, 2003

No matter what life throws at us there is always reason to praise God!

Reason to Praise Psalm 103 February 16, 2003 Introduction Alexander Whyte, the Scottish preacher, always began his prayers with an expression of gratitude. One cold, miserable day his people wondered what he would say. He prayed, "We thank Thee, O Lord, that it is not always like this." It is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-22

Denomination: Church Of God

Be Strong In The Lord Series

Contributed by George Yates on Nov 29, 2006

This sermon is to heighten our awareness of the Spiritual Battle and of the weapons we have to defeat the evil one. Paul gives us instruction on winning this battle by "Be Strong in the Lord," "Put on the full armor," and "Stand firm."

EPHESIANS 6:10-20 November 26, 2006 New Covenant EPC “BE STRONG IN THE LORD” Body Life: The Book of Ephesians I. From a cartoon by Lee Johnson, Following the Sunday morning service, the pastor stood at the back of the church, shaking hands with the worshipers as they left. A. As one man ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Freedom From Discouragement 2 Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 5, 2003

Because of the work of the Holy Spirit we can have freedom from discouragement

INTRODUCTION • A couple of weeks ago we started looking at the issue of discouragement. One of the freedoms we can enjoy as Christians is the freedom from discouragement. • One of the reasons we looked at as to why this is true is because of the hope of better things to come that we have in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pressing On

Contributed by Wes Richard on Jan 7, 2004

A new year’s challenge to faithfulness

As many of you know, I don’t follow sports teams closely. And football is not my favorite sport, but I do try to find out who is playing in some of the bowls on New Year’s weekend. This year I heard that Ohio State would play in the Fiesta Bowl, not in the Rosebowl where they would like to have ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-16

Denomination: Brethren

The Fruit Of The Spirit & Crys Of The Christians.

Contributed by Anthony Smith on May 24, 2004

A descussion with Christians and their outlook for their future.A walk thru the Bible for help.

The Fruit of The Spirit, Our relationship with God. Christians are crying out for help in this, the end of times, are we ready to accept our responsibility? We have to know whom we are in God, explaining this to Christians sometimes offers some difficulties in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:17-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Reason #7: God Has A Plan! Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Dec 1, 2002

We’re not exempt from affliction, but God is working behind the scenes to bring good out of trouble. He’s not holding back; He’s involved. This should give us a better attitude toward suffering.

Sermon Series on Romans 8> Reasons to be ENCOURAGED Reason #7, God has a plan! Rom 8:28-30 We look at our lives and sometimes wonder what God’s higher purpose must be. Paul has already stated that it’s difficult enough knowing what to pray about (26-27); it’s even harder to fathom why life can ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-30

Denomination: Congregational