Sermons on Dire Circumstances:

How To Be A Miserable Comforter Series

Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 15, 2014

How can we help someone who has Depression? This lesson answers this question by examining Job's interactions with his miserable comforters.

Today will be part two of our study titled “dealing with depression”. In my last lesson, we spent some time defining what depression is, the causes of it, and the remedy for it as we examined Job as our case study. I would encourage you to listen to that lesson if you were not here, and ...read more

Scripture: Job 16:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

In Humble Submission

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Aug 25, 2012

When we find ourselves thinking that what we need is more, let’s commit to becoming less. Don’t submit to circumstances, but to the Lord who controls circumstances.

In Humble Submission 05/01/10 PM 1 Peter 5:5 Introduction Living in this world does not come easy, everyone struggles. It should be of no surprise as Jesus Himself tells us that in this world we will have tribulations (troubles) in this life. But we often have a tendency to think that if we just ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Demolishing Strongholds: Enslavement Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 17, 2024

For the children of Israel to grumble about their adversity in this circumstance was effectively to say, ‘We don't think God is a good, reliable, provider.’ Their complaint about their circumstance reflected their belief about God.

Opening illustration: Play the video: “Big But” Introduction: A chapter of complaining's. First, at Taberah, vague murmurings are heard throughout the camp. Then at Kibroth-hattaavah, a stage further on, the vague murmurings take shape in bitter complaint because of the fare to which the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Is Immanuel Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Dec 6, 2021

Situations, circumstances should not decide our stand. Our faith and trust in God must be beyond the circumstance and threats. The one who is with is greater, mightier than the one in the world. He is great and might.

Theme: Jesus is Emmanuel Text: Matthew 1:18-25 Introduction This Prince of Bethlehem is also called Immanuel (Matthew 1:18-24). He is the Miracle worker (Luke 1:26-38), Holy one (Luke 1:46-55), Embodiment of grace(John 1:1-14), Source of Salvation (Luke 1:67-80), Saviour of the World (Luke ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Methodist

David Lives Among The Philistines Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 3, 2023

“But David thought to himself, “One of these days I will be destroyed by the hand of Saul. The best thing I can do is to escape to the land of the Philistines. Then Saul will give up searching for me anywhere in Israel, and I will slip out of his hand.”

David and his 600 men having been running here and there, constantly pursued by King Saul and the troops of Israel. He’s managed to evade Saul for a long time now, because God is with him. Several times he’s encountered Saul personally now, and spared his life. But David starts to feel like the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 27:1-4

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Door Is Open, You're Free To Go

Contributed by Bishop Talbert Swan on Feb 17, 2014

Jesus paid the price for our emancipation. We no longer have to be slaves to sin or to any human being

THE DOOR IS OPEN, YOU’RE FREE TO GO! Pastor Talbert W. Swan, II, M.Div. TEXT: John 10:9, Luke 23:43, Galatians 5:1 SCRIPTURE John 10:9 I am the door: by me if any man enter in, he shall be saved, and shall go in and out, and find pasture. Luke 23:43 And Jesus said unto him, Verily I say ...read more

Scripture: John 10:9, Luke 23:43, Galatians 5:1

Denomination: *other

Each And Every Today Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Apr 12, 2013

Our salvation has been secured by Jesus rising from the dead, we receive salvation daily, and we will receive our full inheritance as the children of God in the fullness of time.

We know the story well, but it is so good it must be told again! It seemed death had won. It seemed hope was gone. It seemed the dream had died. It seemed that evil had triumphed, and that perhaps Jesus was not who we believed Him to be. Maybe He wasn’t the Messiah. Maybe He ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Baptist

God Is In Control Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 24, 2018

In this sermon on Acts 12 and Peter's miraculous escape from prison, we wrestle with the truth that God is in control. This leads to a lot of assurance, but it also leads to trust.

Introduction: A. You have probably heard the glib saying, “Every cloud has a silver lining.” 1. Although it is true that suffering can lead to blessing, it is easier to say it than experience it. B. One day a young man who sold magazine subscriptions door to door, came home with $25 which he ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-25, 1 Peter 3:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Storm Survival Guide Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jun 24, 2018

We all go through personal storms in our lives. How do we survive these storms? Paul shows us how in Acts 27, and Philippians 4.

Storm Survival Guide Series: Acts Chuck Sligh June 24, 2018 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to Acts 27. INTRODUCTION In Acts 27:1-2, we read “And when it was determined that we should sail into ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Peace In The Midst Of The Storm

Contributed by John Miller on Jul 21, 2002

You can have peace in the trials of life no matter what the circumstances are.

PEACE IN THE MIDST OF THE STORM By Rev. John D. Miller I am sure if I were to ask the question, "how many of you have experienced storms in your life," every hand would be raised because that’s how life is. Life has storms and no one is immune to them and yet in the midst of these storms, for ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Let There Be Peace On Earth"

Contributed by David Washburn on Dec 8, 2002

True peace does not come through contented circumstances, but through a relationship with God

As I was bringing our children to church Wednesday night, they were taking note of all the homes that were lit up and decorated for Christmas. They remarked at how they liked the decorations and the effort folk put forth at Christmas time. They also said, “People are different this time of year. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

"There Is Joy In The Lord"

Contributed by David Washburn on Dec 15, 2002

We are called to be oaks of righteousness, for our joy is found in the Lord, not in our circumstances.

The song that some of us learned as children goes, “I’ve got the joy, joy, joy, joy down in my heart, down in my heart, down in my heart, I’ve got the joy, joy, joy, joy down in my heart, down in my heart to stay.” Another song proclaims, “There is joy in the Lord, there is love in His presence, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Joseph And His Dream Of Many Colors Series

Contributed by Ric Feeney on Jun 7, 2004

When all the circumstances said, "No way.", God said, "No, this way!"

Dream Builder’s—Joseph and his dream of many colors All the circumstances said, “No way.” God said, “No, this way!” Halfway through the second grade, Mrs. Sergeant, who lived up to her name, sent a note home to the young boy’s parents. It was added onto his report card and therefore entered ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

The Secret Of Contentment

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 14, 2005

Contentment is found on the inside through faith in Christ not from outward possessions or circumstances.

The Secret of Contentment Philippians 4:12 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: You can’t buy contentment. But you would if you could! Every parent or grandparent knows that when the final history of the world’s wars is written, the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hosea Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Apr 30, 2004

A one sermon coverage of the situation, sentiments and solution of Israel & Hosea’s circumstances.

Hosea WBC 2 May 04 pm Introduction I wonder how many of you would like to be a prophet? Well, you might feel quite different after this evening! The context in which Hosea is written is approx 8C BC. - So he’s a contemporary of the first 40 chapters of Isaiah, and of Jonah - but unlike Jonah ...read more

Denomination: Baptist