Sermons on Everyone Suffers:

When Christians Suffer

Contributed by Maria Saunders on Aug 21, 2013

Peter wants the elect of God to not lose hope but to realize that suffering is one tool that God uses to prepare us for life and service in the Kingdom of God. A close view of our text reveals four things that God promises to His elect who are enduring trials and tribulations, sufferings

"In His kindness God called you to His eternal glory by means of Jesus Christ. After you have suffered a little while, He will restore, support, and strengthen you, and He will place you on a firm foundation" (1 Peter 5:10) NLT. In this 1st letter of the Apostle Peter, he expresses from first-hand ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:10

Denomination: Baptist

When Christians Suffer

Contributed by Maria Saunders on Aug 21, 2013

Peter wants the elect of God to not lose hope but to realize that suffering is one tool that God uses to prepare us for life and service in the Kingdom of God. A close view of our text reveals four things that God promises to His elect who are enduring trials and tribulations, sufferings

"In His kindness God called you to His eternal glory by means of Jesus Christ. After you have suffered a little while, He will restore, support, and strengthen you, and He will place you on a firm foundation" (1 Peter 5:10) NLT. In this 1st letter of the Apostle Peter, he expresses from first-hand ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:10

Denomination: Baptist

Suffering In End Times

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Sep 9, 2013

Christ's public training of disciples to heal and to do greater works, in ministry.

Suffering in End Times by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid “But he answered and said, It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God” (St. Matthew 4:4, King James Version, KJV [Christ Jesus tempted by the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-25

Denomination: Friends

Hope In The Midst Of Suffering Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jul 21, 2016

Job struggles with his mortality. He blames God for his suffering, yet speaks of God's faithfulness.

Job 14:7-15, 19:23-27 “Hope in the Midst of Suffering” INTRODUCTION In his first letter to the Corinthians, Paul writes, “And now faith, hope and love abide, these three; and the greatest of these is love” (1 Corinthians 13:13). Paul is certainly correct. Life without ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

God's Answers To Suffering Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jul 26, 2016

God asserts God's divine wisdom and talks about the limits of Jobs understanding.

Job 31:35-37; 38:1-11 “God’s Answer’s to Suffering” INTRODUCTION When we encounter a speed bump on the road of life, we often find ourselves asking, “How did that get there?” or “Why did I hit that speed bump?” It is our human nature to want to ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Suffering For The Right Reasons Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 8, 2016

Suffering for what is right brings reward but suffering for what is wrong brings wrath

ENGAGE Would you all agree with me that there are a number of aspects of the kingdom of God that are completely at odds with the culture in which we live? Because of that, whenever the kingdom of God is inserted into this world in any way, conflict and tension inevitably result. We certainly see ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

From Suffering To Glory

Contributed by Pastor Randall Timblin on Jul 19, 2017

We will all suffer for we live in a decaying world. Many will persecute Christians simply because they hated Jesus. Regardless, we must look ahead for to be glorified because the time for suffering won't last.

Do we know and understand that God’s creation has/is patiently been waiting for God’s elect? They have been waiting for a long time, in fact for more than a couple millennium. They are waiting for us to join them. They are waiting for the curse to be over. Who then is waiting for us? The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-30

Denomination: *other

Our Suffering Will End

Contributed by John Ong on Oct 10, 2017

According to Acts 14:22, all Christians suffer; either you have, you are, or you will — but through many tribulations we must enter the kingdom of God.

According to Acts 14:22, all Christians suffer; either you have, you are, or you will — but through many tribulations we must enter the kingdom of God. This reality is an austere reminder that we have not reached the new heavens and new earth. The New Jerusalem of no tears and no pain, of no ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Suffering Strikes Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on May 29, 2016

Churches Then & Now: Smyrna – When Suffering Strikes – Revelation chapter 2 verses 8-11 – sermon by Gordon Curley. PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Address (8a). (2). Attribute (vs 8b). (3). Approval (vs 9-10a). (4). Accusation. (5). Advice (vs 10). (6). Assurance (vs 11). SERMON BODY: Ill: • “We don’t look alike, we don’t act alike. • We don’t dress alike. • We have ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Brethren

Making Sense Of Suffering Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Nov 1, 2016

The Life of Joseph Making Sense of Suffering Genesis 37

The Life of Joseph Making Sense of Suffering Genesis 37 David Taylor October 16, 2016 This week we start our final series in Genesis, The Life of Joseph, in chapters 37-50. Joseph is seventeen, the second youngest in the family, and the favored son. One day after he has been tending the flocks ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Called To Suffering And Glory Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 25, 2016

We are called to suffering: but we are also called to glory.

V. SUFFERING AND GLORY. A. CALLED TO SUFFERING. 1 Peter 2:19-21. The Apostle Peter uses his address to domestic servants (1 Peter 2:18) to illustrate the calling of all Christians to share in the sufferings of Christ. “For this is grace,” he quite literally says (1 Peter 2:19): this is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:19-21, 1 Thessalonians 2:12, 1 Peter 5:10, Philippians 3:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sword, Suffering, And Shame

Contributed by Nickolas Kooi on Jul 4, 2017

It is not easy following Jesus. We can lose friendships, our family, and endure hardships and heartache. Jesus tells us in Matthew 10 that these things will happen, and that we look to Him when they do.

In High School, one of my favorite teachers was Mr. Smith. I enjoyed his humor, his teaching styles, and his supportiveness. I also really enjoyed him as a soccer coach. I know I was one of his favorite students too, as he once said that in a class. He was instrumental in getting me a $2,000 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:34-39, Micah 7:5-7

Denomination: Lutheran

Suffering Because Of Others

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Sep 12, 2011

Sometimes innocent people suffer because of the sins of others.

Suffering Because of Others September 11, 2011 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Sometimes innocent people suffer because of the sins of others. Focus Passage: I Samuel 22:1-23 Supplemental Passages: For what credit is there if, when you sin and are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 22:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Blessings Through Suffering

Contributed by Arthur And Marie Mason on May 25, 2006

Is it possible to simply love God for Him... and hold fast to your integrity... even if you have lost all your material and physical possessions?

Blessings Through Suffering Job 1:1-21; 2:1-10 Is it possible to simply love God for Him... and hold fast to your integrity... even if you lose all your material and physical possessions? Even if it cost you, heaven forbid, your job... your possessions and your health? Job did. Or... are you ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Suffer The Little Children

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Jul 28, 2006

Children need Jesus too. We must allow them to come to Him in faith.

Suffer the Little Children Mark 10:13-16 I. Children should be brought to Jesus. Vs. 13 A. They didn’t just send them. B. They need his touch in their lives as well. C. Jesus loves them too. D. God’s speaks to them (Samuel) E. Bring them… -To church -In Prayer -In Bible ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:13-16

Denomination: Baptist