Sermons on Endure Hardships:

Looking Back To See Ahead

Contributed by Steaven Snow on Jan 14, 2005

The Blessings of the past are mile-makers for the future.

Looking Back to See Ahead TEXT: Joshua 5:1-12 1 And it came to pass, when all the kings of the Amorites, which were on the side of Jordan westward, and all the kings of the Canaanites, which were by the sea, heard that the LORD had dried up the waters of Jordan from before the children of Israel, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Facing The Trials Of Life

Contributed by David Seeley on Jan 15, 2005

Learn to understand the meaning of trials and understand that God is at work in spite of your circumstances. He requires simple trust in Him.

The Christian Attitude toward Trials and Temptations Text: James 1:1-16 I. Count it joy when trials come your way. This is not possible until one realizes that God is in control and has a purpose for each circumstance that we face. The sinner has nothing to be joyful about when difficulties come ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-16

Denomination: Holiness

Under The Juniper Tree

Contributed by David Seeley on Jan 15, 2005

Elijah found himself discouraged and lying under a juniper tree begging God to let him die. God renewed his hope and faith. Let’s look to see what happened.

Don’t stay under the Juniper Tree Text: I Kings 19:1-8 This passage breaks into a series of amazing events in the life of Elijah. A few years earlier Ahab had become the king of Israel. He turned out to be the most wicked king in the history of Israel. Along with his wicked wife Jezebel, Ahab ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-8

Denomination: Holiness

"Keys To Prosperity"

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Jan 19, 2005

You will learn God’s principles for prosperity in all areas.

Keys to prosperity for 2005 “Beloved, I pray that in all things thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth”. *Deut. 30:15-20 “See, I set before you today life and prosperity, death and destruction. For I command you today to love the LORD your God, to walk in his ways, and ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hitting Bottom: Peter's Denial Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 22, 2005

Expository sermon uses clip from movie "Stand and Deliver". From Peter’s experience discusses our response to set backs.

Hitting Bottom: Peter’s Denial Fortifying the Foundations # 39 John 18:12-27[1] 7-4-04 Intro I want to begin this morning with a clip from the movie “Stand & Deliver.”[2] The movie is based upon the true story of a math teacher, named Jamie Escalante. Through his leadership, a group of ...read more

Scripture: John 18:12-27

Denomination: Charismatic

What Does The Right Way Look Like?(Pastor Jose Gomez Jr.)

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Sep 22, 2005

In a world where there are so many ideas and opinions, how do we define what the “God Life” is supposed to look like without falling into our own wrong ideas?

In a world where there are so many ideas and opinions, how do we define what the “God Life” is supposed to look like without falling into our own wrong ideas? I. Ministry To Sinners Matthew 1 "Do not judge so that you will not be judged. 2 "For in the way you judge, you will be judged; and by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Good News I Didn't Want To Hear Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 23, 2005

What is Paul saying about troubles in a Christian’s life? Expository sermon. Clip from movie "Men of Honor" illustrates endurance.

The Good News That I Didn’t Want to Hear 1 Thessalonians 3:1-13[1] 10-24-04 Intro I have entitled the message this morning: The Good News That I Didn’t Want to Hear. I think we all agree that the gospel is good news. It’s good news that I am forgiven of my sin—that I have been born into the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:1-13

Denomination: Charismatic

No Condemnation Rom. 8

Contributed by Tom Mc Vicar on Sep 24, 2005

encouragement to those receiving discouragement and criticism

----- Original Message ----- From: Thomas McVicar To: elainemcvicar7@hotmail.com Sent: Thursday, September 22, 2005 2:37 PM Subject: No Condemnation - Rom. 8 v 1 Romans 8 v 1. There is therefore now no condemnation to those that are in Christ Jesus. CONDEMNATION There is a practice ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-39

Denomination: Baptist

Success Over Suffering And Power Over Our Problems

Contributed by David Thompson on Sep 24, 2005

This sermon will help belivers deal with the problems life presents, in a Godly way.

Success Over Suffering and Power ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

From Worship To Whining Series

Contributed by Richard Hall on Sep 29, 2005

How easy it is for us to go from times of awesome worship to desperate whining

Not Enough, Just Enough, More Than Enough Sermon #2 FROM WORSHIP TO WHINING EXODUS 5 How many of you believe that we serve a awesome God today? Ephesians 3:20, Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we can ask or imagine, according to his power at work within us, to him be the ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

Elijah Part One Series

Contributed by Kevin Litchfield on Oct 11, 2005

This is the first sermon in a series on Elijah.

I. Meet Elijah This morning we begin a sermon series entitled Elijah: The prophet of God. Over the next few weeks we are going to delve into the life and ministry of the prophet Elijah. Elijah is one of two men in the Bible who did not die. The Other being Enoch from the book of Genesis. But ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1

Denomination: Baptist

Get Out Of The Boat

Contributed by Kevin Litchfield on Oct 11, 2005

This sermon challenges us to risk for God.

A story is told of Two hunters who came across a bear so big that they dropped their rifles and ran for cover. One man climbed a tree while the other hid in a nearby cave. The bear was in no hurry to eat, so he sat down between the tree and the cave to reflect upon his good fortune. Suddenly, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22

Denomination: Baptist

Beyond The Fox... Series

Contributed by Clark Sneed on Oct 16, 2005

Obstacles, even death, do not distract Jesus from completing the work his Father has given him. What is keeping you from completing the work your Father has given you?

Please turn in your Bibles to Luke’s Gospel, chapter 13:31. The same day there came certain of the Pharisees, saying unto him, Get thee out, and depart hence: for Herod will kill thee. And he said unto them, Go ye, and tell that fox, Behold, I cast out devils, and I do cures to day and to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:31-35

Denomination: Baptist

There's Still Something On You

Contributed by Bridgette Nevils Gloster on Oct 17, 2005

Even after the battle has raged - there is still something on you and in you that God can use to his glory. This was also preached (with slight modifications) for a preacher’s anniversary celebration.

If we were all to just tell the truth to shame the devil, we would have to admit that there are some days that for as much as we appear to have it all together, for as much we look like we have life all worked out there is still some stuff, some circumstances, some situations that come into our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:14-21

Denomination: Methodist

Four Things To Know When Trouble Comes Calling

Contributed by Morris Mott on Sep 13, 2001

Four powerful principles from Psalm 91 that will enable you to come through any trouble, trial or tragedy.

The tragic events of this past Tuesday, September 11, 2001, brought tragedy to our doorstep. The scenes, we watched unfold before our eyes on television and listened to broadcast on radio, caused us to examine our “coping mechanisms.” How do we accomplish what the Apostle Paul admonished us to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational