Sermons on Enduring Suffering N Hardship:

It Just Isn't Fair Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 5, 2010

From this episode in Joseph's life, we learn that God is always with us, God can help us grow through our suffering, and we learn that there is a better day coming.

Introduction: A. Let’s begin with a statement that I think that all of us can agree on – “Life just isn’t fair!” 1. Can we all agree on that? 2. Do any of us need proof that life isn’t fair? 3. Look at this cartoon – “Life is unfair…for proof ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 40:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dealing With Struggle Series

Contributed by David Rumley on Apr 16, 2009

How do we deal with struggle and suffering? What is the Biblical perspective on knowing if God cares as we walk through life?

Struggle: a biblical perspective to Maturity in Christ Matthew 8: 23 When He got into the boat, His disciples followed Him. 24 And behold, there arose a great storm on the sea, so that the boat was being covered with the waves; but Jesus Himself was asleep. 25 And they came to Him and woke Him, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:23-29

Denomination: Pentecostal

Turning The Tables Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THE WICKED ARE THE ONLY LOSERS WHEN THEY TRY TO AMBUSH THE RIGHTEOUS

BIG IDEA: THE WICKED ARE THE ONLY LOSERS WHEN THEY TRY TO AMBUSH THE RIGHTEOUS I. (:1-2) HIDE ME FROM SECRET ATTACKS A. Hear my voice Bring our complaints to God as prayers for deliverance B. Preserve my life "from the dread of the enemy" Not just deliverance from their attacks, but from being ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 64:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Time To Understand

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 18, 2000

Jeremiah addresses some major themes; this themes are key, they help us relate to God, the evening news, and our personal lives. Life is RICHER if you understand God, His faithfulness, and His direction for us as individuals

Intro 1. What is your favorite book of the Bible? Psalms? Prov.? Romans? Revelation? 2. I have enjoyed myself this year, preaching from our LEAP 2000 readings. 3. I love the Word of God; some books fascinate me more than others. Jeremiah is not one of my favorites, but there are a few ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Hope In God - Rom 8:24,25

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Hope in God - Rom. 8:24,25 - Everything ultimately disappoints except the Lord

Hope in God - Rom. 8:24,25 Illustration:Hope means hoping when things are hopeless, or it is no virtue at all...As long as matters are really hopeful, hope is mere flattery or platitude; it is only when everything is hopeless that hope begins to be a strength. G.K. Chesterton, Signs of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:24-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Life Takes The Life Out Of Life Series

Contributed by Tony Klinedinst on Aug 9, 2002

Lessons on how we respond to times of loss and pain

WHEN “LIFE” TAKES THE LIFE OUT OF OUR LIVES Growing Through Loss: Luke 22,24 Introduction: Tony in the dryer. Explain loss (Swindoll) (Read text) Explain the loss felt by disciples. I.Times of loss require a control of your passions. (LK 22:49-51) A. Explain the context. 1.According to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Out Of The Pit, On To The Rock, Singing A Song

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Aug 12, 2002

If you’re not inclined to believe what I’m telling you about pits, just ask 9 Pennsylvania coal miners. Breaking through into an older mine, a powerful current of water was released, and the miners ran for their lives. Unable to outrun the rising water, t

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: If you’re not inclined to believe what I’m telling you about pits, just ask 9 Pennsylvania coal miners. Breaking through into an older mine, a powerful current of water was released, and the miners ran for their lives. Unable to outrun the rising water, they had to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-3

Humpty Dumpty

Contributed by La Juana Morris on Aug 19, 2002

God can heal your brokedness

The spirit of the Lord God is upon me, because the Lord has anointed me. He has sent me to bring goodness to the oppressed to bind up the brokenhearted. To proclaim liberty to the captives and release to the prisoners. To proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor , and the day of vengeance of our God ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

Ouch, That Hurts!

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Sep 6, 2002

Nothing is more fagile than a bruised reed or a smoldering wick. Jesus can uncover our hidden pain and bring healing to our lives.

Imagine you are in the doctor’s office. The patient has had your patience tested because it’s now 4:10 and your appointment was scheduled for 3:00. You didn’t really want to be there for your general physical; you feel just fine, but you had no choice. Nevertheless you smile as the doctor ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:20-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Does 9.11 Make Of Us? Outline

Contributed by Don Hawks on Sep 6, 2002

Outline for full text message by same title

“WHAT DOES 9.11 MAKE OF US?” How I Will Open My Heart, Mind, and Door Sunday, September 8, 2002 Bethany Church Pastor Don Hawks God turned into good what you meant for evil. Genesis 50:20 (NLT). Pay all your debts, except the debt of love for others. You can never finish paying that! If you ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8-10, Genesis 50:20

Denomination: Methodist

Facing Giant Problems

Contributed by Mark Engler on Sep 7, 2002

David faced gaint problems. In Facing Goliath he faced one of the biggest problems in his life. This sermon takes a look at how he dealt with that problem and it applies it to everyday life.

Sermon by Rodney Brown, Revised by Mark Engler “FACING GIANT PROBLEMS” 1 Sam. 17, Psalm 20:7-8 If you were asked to name a great battle, what would come to mind? Pearl Harbor? Gettysburg? The Alamo? Maybe what began at the World Trade Center almost a year ago? Some battles are a bit ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 20:7-8, 1 Samuel 17:8-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Tragedy Remembered

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Sep 10, 2002

Some events in human history impact us so greatly, that we will forever remember the circumstances of where we were when we heard the news. This is true on both a personal and international level.

Title: A Tragedy Remembered Opening Statement: Some events in human history impact us so greatly, that we will forever remember the circumstances of where we were when we heard the news. This is true on both a personal and international level. For me personally, one of my earliest memories of ...read more

Scripture: John 11:35

Finding Peace In A Troubled World

Contributed by Dr. Ronnie Grizzle on Sep 13, 2002

9-11 MEMORIAL SERVICE. WHAT WE MUST DO TO FIND PEACE IN A TROUBLED WORLD.

PEACE IN A TROUBLED WORLD SEPTEMBER 11, 2002 MEMORIAL SERVICE GARLAND, NC AS YOU KNOW, WE ARE HERE TO REMEMBER THE EVENTS OF SEPTEMBER 11, 2001. THE DAY THAT THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE LOST THEIR LIVES AND BECAME HEROES. WHILE COUNTLESS OTHERS HAD THEIR LIVES CHANGED FOREVER. THE RELATIVE PEACE OF ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:3

Denomination: Baptist

Youth Of The Nation Series

Contributed by Andrew Riddin on Sep 17, 2002

To encourage congregation to re-evaluate and react on the way in which we view and interact with, those appear to be hopeless.

Youth of The Nation 16 June 2002 West View Methodist Church Andrew Riddin Aim: To encourage congregation to re-evaluate and react on the way in which we view and interact with, those appear to be hopeless. Scriptures: Psalms 119: 1 – 10 Mark 5: 21 – 34 Ephesians 6: 1 – ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-34, Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

Keeping Your Head Above Water

Contributed by Larry Campbell on Sep 22, 2002

This sermon is to encourage and help everyone that is going through very trying times.

v.23 - Jesus had gone alone into the mountain to pray after being with a great multitude of people (5000 men not including all of the women and children). Public prayer is good at times but the most intimate prayer is the one you have with God when you are alone. We all need to have time with God ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:23-32

Denomination: Baptist