Sermons on Facing Trials Boldly:

Are We The Problem Or The Solution... ???

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 23, 2021

Big problems? Will we sit here until we die? Will we accept that with God's help we can be part of the solution. Quit focusing on problems.

BE PART OF THE PROBLEM OR BE PART OF THE SOLUTION… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com PLEASURE IS A GOOD DISGUISE? We tend to love materialism. WHY? WHY? WHY AM I IN THIS MESS? THIS MESS AND THIS BATTLE ARE GOING TO KILL ME? THE TRAP OF SELF-INDULGENCE. 1 Timothy 5:6 But she that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:6, 2 Kings 6:31, 2 Kings 7:1-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

You Are Never Alone

Contributed by Reggie Corfield on Jul 21, 2024

In today’s real world, there are very few and quiet moments in life. In life we will find ourselves in various situations we never chose to be in. Hardships and trials come without invitation. Through it all, we are never alone.

Title of the Sermon - YOU ARE NEVER ALONE. Our reading today tells us that Jesus’ disciples found themselves in trouble as the wind picked up and tossed them to and fro on the Sea of Galilee. It is much like many of us who are tossed to and fro with the cares and trials of this life. Wonder how ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:45-52

Denomination: Anglican

The Others

Contributed by Keith Etheridge on Sep 9, 2022

What if God doesn't send you a miracle? What if God doesn't change your circumstances? Will you still be faithful?

Hebrews 11:1-34 takes us through the Old Testament and reminds us of all the miracles that God did on behalf of His people. He delivered Noah and his family from the flood. He delivered Moses and the children of Israel from slavery in Egypt. He saved Rabab from the destruction of Jericho. He ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:35-40

Denomination: Baptist

Confused By God's Favor

Contributed by John Appling on Dec 22, 2008

Mary is described in this passage as highly favored by God. But this favor didn’t result in an easy time. We need to understand God’s thoughts if we are not going to struggle in life.

Confused by God’s favor – by John Appling Luke 1:26-38 26In the sixth month, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a town in Galilee, 27to a virgin pledged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of David. The virgin’s name was Mary. 28The angel went to her and said, "Greetings, you who ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Biggest Mistake Of All

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Mar 19, 2023

Why did the crowd choose Barabbas over Jesus? Does it say something about their priorities - and ours?

Nathan wished he were anything but here. When he had reported for duty that morning he had no idea what he was getting into. Usually he loved being a temple guard. The pay was good, the duty was light, and the prestige was awesome. The hardest thing he had to do was keep his mouth shut about what ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:15-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

High Tide & Low Tide

Contributed by John Gaston on May 10, 2023

Life has its seas and turbulence, it’s ups & downs. There are times when everything is going right and other times when it seems everything is going wrong. The good news? God has set limits on the tides of life!

HIGH TIDE & LOW TIDE Job 38:8-11 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. It sounds like a made-up story, but it’s true. Some years ago a church in Carter County, Tennessee had an attorney draw up a deed for their property. He wrote the deed naming The Lord God Almighty as the owner. 2. That was fine ...read more

Scripture: Job 38:8-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

If Not For Peninnah

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 21, 2024

Sometimes what looks bad is actually working for our good. Would Hannah have ever prayed thru to receive Samuel if there had not been a Peninnah provoking her?

IF NOT FOR PENINNAH 1 Sam. 1:1-28 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: CREATION DIALOG 1. During the Creation, God visited with one of his angels. He said, “Do you know what I’ve just done? I’ve just created 24 hours of alternating light and darkness on Earth. Isn’t that good?” 2. The angel said, “Yes, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

7 Reasons To Bless God As We Face Death Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jun 21, 2001

DEATH OPENS THE DOOR TO THE RICHES OF OUR SPIRITUAL INHERITANCE SECURED BY THE RESURRECTION OF JESUS CHRIST

BIG IDEA: DEATH OPENS THE DOOR TO THE RICHES OF OUR SPIRITUAL INHERITANCE SECURED BY THE RESURRECTION OF JESUS CHRIST INTRODUCTION: Remember that this is a Messianic Psalm -- Acts 2:25-28; Acts 13:34-35; True of David in his own experience, but ultimately speaking of the Resurrection of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:1-11, Psalm 16:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What To Do When You Are Facing The Earthquakes Of Life.

Contributed by Phil Dyar on Mar 25, 2003

THE WORLD WE LIVE IN AND THE TIMES WE ARE LIVING IN WE WILL FACE THE EARTH QUAKES OF LIFE. WHAT SHOULD WE DO?

TEXT VERSE ACTS 16-26 AND SUDDENLY THERE WAS A GREAT EARTHQUAKE SO THAT THE FOUNDATIONS OF THE PRISON WERE SHAKEN AND IMMEDIATELY ALL THE DOORS WERE OPENED AND EVERY ONES BANDS WERE LOOSED. KJV. THE EARTHQUAKES OF LIFE WILL COME IN ARE LIFE IT MAY BE A JOB EARTHQUAKE. B FAMILY EARTH ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:20-35

Your Own Face: James 1:19-27

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Nov 6, 2011

James tells us about being doer’s of the word, how do we respond?

James 1:19-27, Your own face. An elderly gent who got on a plane from Christchurch to Melbourne, this gent was off to visit his grandkids and was very excited as this was his first overseas trip he had not slept much the night before and he sat down he sat next to an immaculately dressed young man ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Salvation Army

Everybody Is Not Your Friend/Smiling Faces Tell Lies

Contributed by Ronnie Mcneill on Jan 15, 2007

In life we must realize that everyone that smiles in your face isn’t always your friend. Every body standing in your corner is not always in your corner. Smiling faces do at times tell lies.

Sermonic Theme: “Everybody Is Not Your Friend” with the undercutting theme of “Smiling Faces Tell Lies” Now whichever theme suits your need, you have a choice. Everybody Is Not Your Friend, or Smiling Faces Tell Lies. This sermon is one of great difficulty and pain to preach because when my ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:4-19

Denomination: Baptist

"Faces Harder Than A Rock..." By Dr. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Nov 23, 2004

Some people stay so far in the past that the future is gone before they get there. Jeremiah’s tasks...bring his nation to it’s knees. Why? Let’s examine it together!

Introduction It couldn’t have been put any better. Jeremiah, the weeping prophet (and we can see why) describes the condition of his nation and their attitudes when he asked them to repent and turn to God...he decribes them as having..."Faces harder than a rock..." Stone faced, hard headed, cold ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 5:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

Facing The Giants: What Does It Mean To Live By Faith? Series

Contributed by Ron Dunn on Aug 28, 2006

What does it mean to walk with God? What does it mean to live by faith? What does it mean to step out and trust God in a situation? I think many of us, like that little boy, would like to know what belief is. What do you do when you’re trusting God—do you

Sherwood Baptist Church has one of the most dynamic media ministries of any church in America. They have produced Facing the Giants, arguably the best feature-length movie ever made by a local church. It’s a God-glorifying, excellently created sports film in the tradition of Hoosiers, Remember ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Cares...when I'm Facing A Divorce? Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on Aug 22, 2007

Seventh in a series exploring life crisis, based on the promotional materials provided by Outreach in their "Who Cares" campaign. This message explores the life challenge of divorce.

(Extensive inspiration for the sermons in this series derived from the sermon samples in the "Who Cares" promotional series by Outreach Ministries.) I opened with the following poll, asking respondents to keep their hands down until all the options were shared. Then there was a simultaneous ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:1-9

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Three Faces (Phases) Of Paul The Apostle Part 2 Series

Contributed by Denis O'callaghan Ph.d. ,th.d., D.d., D. Phil. on Sep 8, 2012

The Growth of the Apostle Paul.

Do you ever go sleep (I have always wondered where you go when yo go to sleep) thinking about a problem, or some other thought that you have been worrying like a puppy with a new chew toy? Well last night I did just that, I was thinking as I went to sleep " Now how I do I translate into words what ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:5

Denomination: Independent/Bible