Sermons on Diseases:

The Physiology Of Faith - Addendum - The Healing Ministry Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Apr 16, 2023

Out of 3,774 verses in the four New Testament Gospels, 484 relate specifically to healing physical and mental illnesses and the resurrection of the dead.

In Mark, 209 verses out of 666 connect to the miracles of Jesus. Of the 1,257 narrative verses in the Gospels, 484 (38.5 percent) are devoted to describing healing miracles Jesus spoke the words of God in His ministry: . . . I do nothing of myself; but as my Father hath taught me, I speak these ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37-40, Jeremiah 29:11-13, Ephesians 3:14-21, Psalm 103:8-14, Proverbs 2:1-5, Luke 11:11-13, 1 Peter 2:24, Isaiah 53:5, 3 John 1:2, John 11:1-44  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Laying Hands Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 29, 2024

Laying hands on the sick is a powerful act of faith, rooted in biblical tradition.

Laying hands on the sick is a powerful act of faith, rooted in biblical tradition. This practice has been used for centuries to bring healing, comfort, and restoration to those in need. Let's explore the biblical basis for this practice and its significance in the life of a believer. 1. A ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:17-18, Acts 28:8, Genesis 48:13-20, Matthew 19:13-15

Livestock Plague, Boils & Hail (Exodus 9)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 14, 2024

Is God patient with short lived repentance, giving Pharaoh every chance? Let's look at Exodus 9.

Was Pharaoh’s repentance short lived, like a recovering addict, like a dog that returns to its own vomit, and the sow, after washing herself, that returns to wallow in the mire (2 Peter 2:22)? If God did not give up on Pharaoh, will He easily give up on us? Let’s look at Exodus 9. Livestock ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing Jesus As Complete Wholeness

Contributed by Jay Robison on Aug 26, 2004

This exposition of a familiar passage deals with the wholeness our Lord offers to all of us who are diseased and hurting.

KNOWING JESUS IN COMPLETE WHOLENESS AUGUST 15, 2004 Jay Robison MARK 5:25-34 I have researched Sermon Central as well as other resources in preparation of this message. I want to acknowledge Joel Smith’s contribution on this passage. What are your handicaps, limitations, hang-ups? May haunt ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:25-34

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus: Master Over Death Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Jan 8, 2009

Jesus is Master of not only Demons and Disease but also Death. Here we find ANXIETY, ACTIVITY and AUTHORITY.

Mark 5:21-24, 35-43 Jesus: Master Over Death Now when Jesus had crossed over again by boat to the other side, a great multitude gathered to Him; and He was by the sea. And behold, one of the rulers of the synagogue came, Jairus by name. And when he saw Him, he fell at His feet and begged Him ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Baptist

Authoritative Deeds: Love For A Leper Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on May 14, 2013

Jesus shows his Divine Sovereignty over sickness and disease as well as over sin in the healing of the leper.

Love for a Leper Matthew 8:1-4 A Reminder of Jesus’ Mission in His Ministry in Matthew is to demonstrate the King and the Kingdom of God. Matthew 4:23: “Jesus was going throughout all Galilee, teaching in their synagogues and proclaiming the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Wholly Devoted Heart Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 17, 2012

In this sermon, we explore the importance of the spiritual heart, diseases of the heart, how to have a wholly devoted heart.

Introduction: A. The story is told of a mechanic who was working on a car motor when he spotted a world-famous heart surgeon enter his shop. 1. The heart surgeon stood at the counter waiting for the service manager to come take a look at his car. 2. The mechanic shouted across the garage, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Wants Us To Be Clean

Contributed by Jesse Crooks on May 7, 2019

Leprosy is used in the Bible to depict sin; this disease begins as a little bright spot on one’s body.

Jesus wants us to be Clean (Matthew 8:1-4) Introduction: Leprosy is used in the Bible to depict sin; this disease begins as a little bright spot on one’s body. Theses spots become open sores, which spread all over the body Its victims eventually die from this disease and its complications. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:1-4

The Supernatural Power Of The King, Part 2 (Matthew 8:23-34)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jan 5, 2025

Jesus continues to demonstrate His Divine power and authority over diseases, potential disasters, and the works of the devil.

Matthew 8: 23-27: The Winds and Waves Obey Jesus After discussing the cost of true discipleship with the men who wanted to follow Him, Jesus then got into a boat with His disciples to head to the other side of the Sea of Galilee. By this time, the Lord was physically exhausted and fell asleep ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:23-34, Mark 4:35-41, Mark 5:1-20, Luke 8:26-39

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On Freedom In Blindness

Contributed by William Meakin on Apr 18, 2025

Blindness is defined in its primary interpretation as the condition of becoming sightless due to injury, disease, or a congenital condition.

José Saramago, a Portuguese writer once remarked: “Why did we become blind? I don't know, perhaps one day we'll find out. Do you want me to tell you what I think? Yes, do. I don't think we did go blind, I think we are blind, blind but seeing. Blind people who can see, but do not ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8, 1 John 2:11, Revelation 3:17, 2 Corinthians 4:4

Purity-The Way To Happiness Series

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Aug 20, 2003

More than one million Americans will die of heart diseases this year, so we should be concerned about heart failure. But we should be equally con­cerned about heart impurity. This type of heart disease, if not "cured," may render a person spiritually dead

Purity-The Way to Happiness Text: "Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God" (Matt. 5:8). Scripture Reading: Matthew 5:1-8 Introduction: More than one million Americans will die of heart diseases this year, so we should be concerned about heart failure. But we should be equally ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Remedy Part 6: The Remedy For Bitterness Series

Contributed by Stephen Collins on May 18, 2009

Let’s be honest: sometimes people hurt us. We get put down, run down, and trampled on. And it becomes easy to want to get revenge. And it’s even easier to become bitter. But bitterness is a disease. And if we’re not careful, this disease of bitternes

REMEDY The Remedy for Bitterness “Bitterness imprisons life; love releases it” Harry Emerson Fosdick (American clergyman 1878-1969)  Key Scripture: Romans 12:14-21 Icebreaker: During the Korean war a certain military unit had hired a local boy to cook and clean for them. Being a bunch of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:14-21

Denomination: Church Of God

Hardening Of The Attitude

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Sep 28, 2008

Apathy is a Disease of the Soul. Full of indifference, preoccupied with self and causing backsliding. Discover it’s cause and remedy.

It was sometime near midnight when the state police found Pop Greenman. He was sitting quietly in the cab of a pickup truck almost 200 miles from home Pop wasn’t hurt, or even particularly upset. Just a little cold and bewildered. His truck had run out of gas, so he had coasted to the shoulder of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:32-42

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Heals A Woman And Jairus's Daughter Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 29, 2014

The account of Jesus healing a woman and Jairus's daughter teaches us about the power of Jesus over disease and death.

Scripture In chapter 8 of his Gospel, Luke answers the question, “Who then is this?” (8:25). In four different accounts he shows that Jesus has power over nature, demons, disease, and death. Previously, we examined Jesus’ power over nature (8:22-25) and demons (8:26-39). Today ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:40-56

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Funeral Sermon - Alzheimers'

Contributed by Roger Haugen on Dec 27, 2001

Funeral sermon for a woman who died having suffered from Alzheimers’ Disease for the last three years of her life.

Funeral for an Altzheimers’ Patient Romans 8:31-39 Rev. Roger Haugen Who shall separate us from the love of God? As Christians we declare that there is nothing in all creation which will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord. Those hopeful words from ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Lutheran