Sermons on endure afflictions: showing 811-825 of 44,646

The Way I View Heroes Has Changed Since The Tragedy

Contributed by William Yates on Sep 22, 2001

My heroes have changed. In the week since the tragedy God has redefined who my heroes are.

"After him Baruch the son of Zabbai zealously repaired another section, from the Angle to the doorway of the house of Eliashib the high priest." -- Nehemiah 3:20 New American Standard In this time of tragedy you are probably wondering why I chose this obscure verse. I guess it’s because a lot has ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 3:20

America Under Attack: Our Reponse

Contributed by Ed Blonski on Sep 27, 2001

Written in response to the 9/11 attacks but also in response to the reactions of some notable Christian leaders.

The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands. … May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer. Grace to you and peace from God our Father, and Jesus Christ the Lord. Amen.The Word of God from ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:13

Denomination: Lutheran

The Church That Would Not Surrender

Contributed by Robert Travis on Oct 2, 2001

They were poor, but rich in what really matters.

THE CHURCH THAT WOULD NOT SURRENDER (Revelation 2:8-11) And unto the angel of the church in Smyrna write; These things saith the first and the last, which was dead, and is alive; I know thy works, and tribulation, and poverty, (but thou art rich) and I know the blasphemy of them which say they are ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

I Have Decided To Follow Jesus

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 3, 2001

A call to come out from our comfort zones.

“I Have Decided to Follow Jesus” Luke 9:18-26, 57-62 Introduction There is a great old chorus that I love to sing. Maybe you know it. It goes like this: “I have decided to follow Jesus, I have decided to follow Jesus, I have decided to follow Jesus, No turning back, no turning ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-26, Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Wesleyan

But There Is No Peace

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Oct 3, 2001

In response to the Attack on America of September 11th, this sermon addresses the struggle between wanting to be faithful to Christ’s call for peace and faithful to Christ’s call for justice. Jeremiah warns us from crying for "peace, peace," when there i

"But There Is No Peace" The Rev. Dr. Maynard Pittendreigh Sunrise Presbyterian Church Jeremiah 8:10-11 It was not that long ago. You remember where you were when you heard the news. You will always remember. You will tell your children and your grandchildren where you were when you first heard ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 8:10-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Radiate Series

Contributed by Joe Harding on Oct 8, 2001

Our text for this day speaks to us of being different. It calls us to be God’s People in this present world! It calls us to stick out, to make a statement, to live with reckless abandon.

RADIATE MATTHEW 5: 1-16 OCTOBER 7, 2001 BRIGHTEST DAY/RALLY DAY INTRODUCTION: Is this normal? This is a statement by Max Lucado after the event of September 11, 2001. Also read “The letter from Hell.” TRANSITION THOUGHT: Our text for this day speaks to us of being different. It calls us to be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

To Hear The Truth Series

Contributed by Tim George on Feb 14, 2001

In our trials and temptations we often yell for help in many ways but the question is, will we listen to the One who can help us in our times of trial and temptation?

"Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and comes down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow of turning. Of His own will He brought us forth by the word of truth, that we might be a kind of firstfruits of His creatures. So then, my beloved brethren, let ...read more

Scripture: James 1:17-20

Denomination: Baptist

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

Handle With Care

Contributed by Lindeal Greer on Feb 19, 2001

When we are born we are given a spirit or soul and it is in our hands until it is returned to God.

Handle with Care On many packages, we have the words “Handle with Care” This is to tell people that what is inside is of value and can be broken. These words should be upon everyone’s soul. “The spirit returns to God who gave it.” When Rachel died it says, “as her soul was departing…” When we ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:36, John 3:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christian Boldness

Contributed by Ronald Zamkus on Feb 24, 2001

The early church expressed BOLDNESS when filled with the Holy Spirit. Do we?

On death row, the condemned man was asked what he would like for his last meal before execution. The menu was - Lobster, Filet Mignon, Beef Wellington, Caviar or Shrimp. The prisoner replied - “I’d like a bowl of mushrooms.” The warden was surprised, “Why a bowl of mushrooms?” The prisoner ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Day Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Feb 25, 2001

Christians can live with confidence in the reality of the Day of reckoning we will have and the salvation into the Kingdom that will follow!

The Day February 24, 2001 Introduction: Skit about Parable of the Talents Need 15 coins & 4 ‘volunteers’. Skit is about 5 minutes in length. The three volunteers walk up to the Master. Master: I want to give each of you something, according to your ability. Handing 5 coins to servant #1 Here, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Is At Work! Series

Contributed by Mark Atherton on Feb 26, 2001

A look at Philippians 1:6

Truths That Transform Philippians 1:6 God is at work. He who began... God is doing a good work. Philippians 1:9 1Cor. 13 Gal 5:22 God’s work in you is in progress. Philippians 1:9; 1:25; 2:12 Romans 7:15, 18b *You can give up on God but God will not give up on you.* God is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:6

Denomination: Holiness

The Lord Wants To See You

Contributed by Larry Jones on Feb 27, 2001

God calls to provide our needs.

John 21: 1-14 The Lord Wants to See You! Here we find 3 appearances of the Lord. 1st 2 meetings were surprises- Both were phenominal events. 1 – Discovered His Resurrection Power (Salvation) We find this in our conviction. 2 – Discovered His Loving Plan (Those who did not see) We find ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Standing Firm In An Unsettled Day

Contributed by Larry Jones on Feb 27, 2001

The world needs us to be stronger than ever.

Acts 6:7-10, 7:46-60 Standing Firm In An Unsettled Day Here we see a man of God set up in His work serving God. He stood and preached, witnessed, was a defender of the faith, even to the point of death Some would say, "what a pastor", "he was a great evangelist", "If he lived today he would ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:7-10, Acts 7:46-60

Denomination: Baptist

Glorious Grace

Contributed by James Trusty on Feb 28, 2001

This sermon speaks of God’s Grace that is everlasting and will never fail.

GLORIOUS GRACE And he shall bring forth the headstone thereof with shouting, crying,Grace, grace!—Zechariah 4:7 THE MERCY OF GOD IS that attribute which we, the fallen, sinful race of Adam, stand in greatest need of, and God has been pleased, according to our needs, more gloriously to manifest ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:7

Denomination: Church Of God