Sermons on Eternal Body:

Being A Christian Can Be Painful! Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 25, 2006

We should invest ourselves in the Lord, even while suffering.

Being A Christian Can Be Painful! (I Peter 4:12-19) 1. C. S. Lewis once remarked that “God whispers to us in our pleasures, speaks to us in our conscience, but shouts in our pain; it is His megaphone to rouse a deaf world.” Today’s sermon is about suffering, trials, and stressful experiences. 2. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Mercy And Peace In Discouraging Times Series

Contributed by Phillip Day on Jan 10, 2007

Verse 2 of this study really tells it all. Paul knew Timothy would be dealing with very difficult days, so in his last letter, he sends a message filled with hope in mercy and peace.

Mercy and Peace in Discouraging Times 2 Timothy 1:1-18 I. For Times of Tears (v. 3-7) a. Found through Godly heritage (v. 5; 2 Timothy 3:15; Proverbs 22:6) b. Found through Godly gifts (v. 6-7) i. Power (Acts 1:8) ii. Love (Galatians 5:22) iii. Discipline (Hebrews 12:8) II. For Times of Fears ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Is My Portion Series

Contributed by Gregory Neill on Jan 17, 2007

Part 5 in a series on Lamentations. Jeremiah finds hope in the midst of tragedy.

The Lord is My Portion Lamentation 3:19-39 I. Introduction A. A Bad Start 1. The Millennium and Tragedy a) The Y2K scare and the talk of the end of times – Great if you were a water salesman or a generator salesman. This shook our faith in technology. b) The Presidential election of 2000 that was ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:19-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Hardest Thing In The World

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Feb 5, 2007

The hardest thing in the world is to consider suffering and trials a gift from God.

The Hardest Thing in the World James 1:1-4 February 4, 2007 Have you ever felt like you’d been body slammed by life? I remember Christmas vacation of my sophomore year in high school. For some reason, the wrestling coach decided that we needed to practice. We practiced for 3 or 4 days of that ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

It's A Wonderful Life In The Face Of Trouble Series

Contributed by Randall Bergsma on Dec 19, 2006

Life is difficult. Christmas can bring crisis for many. But it can still be wonderful because God came in Jesus to be with me.

Intro: Have you ever felt you might be better off dead than alive? The struggles of life seem to surmount the beauties of life and you begin to wonder “what’s the point?” That’s what happened to Geoge Bailey in the classic film It’s a wonderful Life. In this scene your about to see, George, who ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Song Of The Satisfied Soul

Contributed by Dr. Jeremy Simpson on Mar 11, 2007

How The Lord alone can satisfy us in the midst of trouble - Encouraging Message

The Song of the Satisfied Soul Psalms 63 Intro: The Writer and Occasion is stated in the Superscription It Says “ A Psalm of David When he was in the Wilderness of Judah This Psalm, Just Like Chapter 62 probably belongs to the Time of Absolom’s Rebellion. There are Several Reasons why this is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 63:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Sufferer's Song

Contributed by Dr. Jeremy Simpson on Mar 16, 2007

THE SUFFERER’S SONG--PSALM 69 Introduction: There has been some question about the author of this Psalm. Many think that Jeremiah is the author. The reason for this is because the Psalmist suffers because of his zeal for God’s house. The Psalmist i

THE SUFFERER’S SONG--PSALM 69 Introduction: There has been some question about the author of this Psalm. Many think that Jeremiah is the author. The reason for this is because the Psalmist suffers because of his zeal for God’s house. The Psalmist is humiliated, scorned and it corresponds with ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 69:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Making Wells In The Valley

Contributed by Dr. Jeremy Simpson on Mar 16, 2007

Jerusalem was situated on a hill. In order to get to Jerusalem, the pilgrim must pass through a hot, dry, and barren valley.

MAKING WELLS IN THE VALLEY PSALM 84:6-- “Who passing through the valley of Baca make it a well; the rain also filleth the pools.” Introduction: Jerusalem was situated on a hill. In order to get to Jerusalem, the pilgrim must pass through a hot, dry, and barren valley. 1. Three Names of Valleys ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 84:6

Denomination: Baptist

Be Fit! Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Mar 19, 2018

this message focuses on the fact that as believers we have a responsibility to keep the "temple" in fit shape. Jesus increased in stature. Sh should we.

BALANCE “Be Fit!” Luke 2:52, 1st Corinthians 6:12-20 Most of us have been to the circus at least once so I am guessing that all of you have seen the guy known as the plate spinner. Usually around 6 to 8 plates. However read this week that the world record is actually 108-2 people got together and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Physical Fitness PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2023

This sermon emphasizes honoring God by valuing and caring for our bodies as temples of the Holy Spirit, integrating physical health into our spiritual journey.

Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It's a joy to be with you today, sharing the Word of God and seeking His wisdom together. We are blessed to be here, in this place, at this time, with hearts open to God's message for us. Opening Scripture Reading – Today, we turn our attention ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:19-20

Topics: Physical Body

A Coming Glory That Outweighs Today’s Troubles Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Jun 20, 2014

“For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory.” (2 Corinthians. 4:17).

A coming glory that outweighs today’s troubles “For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory.” (2 Corinthians. 4:17). How do we respond to a crisis? Sudden Death of our dear ones, financials breakdowns, losing job, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Can I Lose My Salvation? Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Dec 18, 2015

Jesus gives us eternal life, and we shall never perish. Sounds plain. But what about those Hebrews verses...

Can I lose my salvation? My, the conversations this has stirred up among us through the years. It’s obviously not as clear as one would like it to be. Again we hang on God’s every word, and lean not to our own understanding or interpretation or favorite theologian or author. There are ...read more

Scripture: John 10:28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Invest Your One And Only Life Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Mar 26, 2021

Taken from Sermon Central's "Created for Significance" Series and heavily edited, we learn that how we live is an investment in eternity

How to Invest Your One and Only Life Created for Significance. Week 4 CCCAG March 28th, 2021 Scripture: Luke 16:1–13 (reading it as we go through) Prayer Anyone who has raised more than one child knows that, because each of them has a unique temperament and motivational style, you often speak ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Named And Claimed

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Nov 1, 2016

That which is true of Israel, is also true and even in a higher sense of the church. Brief sermon outline

Sermon Named and Claimed Isaiah 43:1 That which is true of Israel, is also true and even in a higher sense of the church. I. Named. I have called thee a. Designation. Egypt was the most ancient, most civilized, most powerful and wisest nation; yet God chose Israel b. Generalization. My sheep, My ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:1

Denomination: Baptist

A Different Kind Of Meteor Shower Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Jul 16, 2018

“for me to live is Christ. To die is gain” (Philippians 1). But for those who have no such relationship to Jesus, the end of the world is destruction of everything they hold dear. It is the end of all that matters. It is, truly, dreadful.

Revelation 6:12 and I saw when he opened the sixth seal, and there was a huge earthquake, and the sun became black like sackcloth made of hair, and the whole moon became like blood, 13. And the stars of heaven fell to the earth, like a fig tree throws off its figs when shaken by a powerful ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:12-17

Denomination: *other