Sermons on Facing Trials Boldly:

Put On A Happy Face

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 6, 2019

A study in the book of Nehemiah 2: 1 – 20

Nehemiah 2: 1 – 20 Put on a happy face 2 And it came to pass in the month of Nisan, in the twentieth year of King Artaxerxes, when wine was before him, that I took the wine and gave it to the king. Now I had never been sad in his presence before. 2 Therefore the king said to me, “Why is your face ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:2

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Put On A Happy Face

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 6, 2019

A study in the book of Nehemiah 2: 1 – 20

Nehemiah 2: 1 – 20 Put on a happy face 2 And it came to pass in the month of Nisan, in the twentieth year of King Artaxerxes, when wine was before him, that I took the wine and gave it to the king. Now I had never been sad in his presence before. 2 Therefore the king said to me, “Why is your face ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Put On A Smiley Face

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 8, 2019

A study in the book of Nehemiah 2: 1 – 20

Nehemiah 2: 1 – 20 Put on a smiley face 2 And it came to pass in the month of Nisan, in the twentieth year of King Artaxerxes, when wine was before him, that I took the wine and gave it to the king. Now I had never been sad in his presence before. 2 Therefore the king said to me, “Why is your face ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:2

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Facing Overwhelming Odds Series

Contributed by Brett Crosson on Jun 17, 2019

Sometimes we face impossibly difficult situations. And we get afraid and lose hope. But the Word encourages us to stay in faith and focussed upon the Lord. And fasting can help us do just that.

Facing overwhelming odds Psalm 3 Sometimes we face situations that are overwhelming. The opposition might be too numerous. The medical report might be too negative. The time you have to solve the problem might be hopelessly too short. Your lawyers want you to count your losses. Your family and ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Facing Opposition And Overcoming

Contributed by Colin Mcgeer on May 16, 2023

Joseph faced opposition but, as a result, saved his family. David faced opposition from his brother but went ahead and killed Goliath. Nehemiah faced opposition, never lost confidence, and completed the building in record time. We no less will succeed, our confidence in our Lord.

In Genesis 37 we read about Joseph the second youngest of twelve brothers born to Jacob, He was only seventeen years old. His father loved him more than his other sons. One day he made a coat of many colours for Joseph. His brothers hated him and did not speak very kindly to him. Joseph then has ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:28-37, Ephesians 6:12, 2 Corinthians 10:3-5, Nehemiah 4:1-3, Nehemiah 6:1-3, Colossians 3:15  (view more)  (view less)

The Four Faces Of Obedience

Contributed by John Gaston on May 17, 2023

Christianity is not just a set of beliefs. James said the demons believe and tremble, but their belief doesn't save them, because they don't OBEY God. Our faith should cause us to walk, stand, live, and obey.

THE FOUR FACES OF OBEDIENCE Gen. 22:1-13 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. There are times when even doing what is right seems like it will backfire on you. Old habits are hard to break. 2. One guy invariably left off the cap to the toothpaste and for years his wife had hounded him about it. Finally, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Five Faces Of Man .

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 16, 2023

In this sermon I want to preach about the five faces that all of us WEAR

Illus: Abraham Lincoln in a hot political debate was accused by his opponent of being two faced. He countered the remark by saying, “My opponent accuses me of being two faced, but anyone can take a look at this face I am wearing and know if I had another one I would not be wearing this one.” The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-6, Psalm 139:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

Faith In The Face Of Farewell

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Oct 30, 2024

Our faith helps us to comprehend our death.

Faith in the Face of Farewell Intro: Our faith helps us to comprehend our death. Scripture: Job 19:1, Job 19:23-27, 1 Corinthians 15:20-23, John 12:23-26. Reflection Dear Sisters and Brothers, We all encounter death. But we avoid talking about it. I know that it is a serious subject ...read more

Scripture: Job 19:1, Job 19:23-27, 1 Corinthians 15:20-23, John 12:23-26

Denomination: Other

How To Face Tomorrow Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 13, 2023

A study from the book of James. This study is inspired by Rick Warren's book: Developing a Faith that Works, Book of James Volumes 1 & 2.

A. My older daughter Shonda’s FAVORITE MOVIE growing up was Annie, based on the comic strip Little Orphan Annie. She watched that MOVIE multiple times and is still a big FAN. 1. On her 7th birthday Shonda was given a big Annie doll, Annie watch, and even had an Annie Birthday ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When Facing Opposition

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Feb 14, 2024

Continuing series on Nehemiah, addresses how to handle opposition and obstacles

Nehemiah 4 When Facing Opposition This afternoon is Super Bowl 58. I’m not much of a sports fan, and don’t really care to watch games, but in years past Gladys and I have watched some of them just to see the commercials. This year there is something different though. Sarah Thomas will become ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How To Face Satan Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

Don’t be like the 2 boys walking back home from church. They had just heard the pastor preach a strong message on the devil when the one boy said, “What do you think about all this Satan stuff?” The other boy replied, “You know how Santa Clause turned out. It’s probably just your dad.”

According to a cartoon in the Atlanta Journal Constitution, God and the devil are discussing who gets to welcome Michael Jackson to the afterlife. The cartoon shows Satan holding a newspaper with a headline announcing Jackson’s death. He looks up and poses a question to God, who is leaning over a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Enemy We Face Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 2, 2021

Based on Eph. 6:10-11 - Helps hearers identify our enemy, his tactics, & his defeat.

“THE ENEMY WE FACE” Eph. 6:10-11 FBCF – 8/1/21 Jon Daniels INTRO – Will Smith in MIB movie – facing a nasty-looking, bug-like alien – “Don’t start nothing. Won’t be nothing.” – i.e., Don’t start a fight & there won’t be a fight. Unfortunately, in the spiritual world, the fight has already ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Courage To Face Reality Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 10, 2021

The Courage to Face Reality Series: When It’s Time to Move FORWARD Brad Bailey – April 18, 2021

The Courage to Face Reality Series: When It’s Time to Move FORWARD Brad Bailey – April 18, 2021 Intro My added welcome to you today. It’s so good to be gathering together in this season. As I shared last week... we are in a unique season of transition. This Spring will involve coming out of what ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Facing Death With Confidence

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 17, 2021

3 principles from 2 Corinthians 5 will help us to face death with confidence (Material adapted from Bob Russel''s book, Take Comfort, from chapter of same title)

HoHum: The Ripley’s Believe It or Not Museum in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, has an exhibit of unique epitaphs. Give a few. Near Uniontown, Pennsylvania there’s a gravestone that reads, “Here lies the body of Jonathan Blake. He stepped on the gas instead of the brake.” Boot Hill Cemetery in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Facing The Storm Of Fear

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 28, 2022

Something we tell our children during fearful times is, “Do not be afraid!”

It is easy to speak these words but it is not always easy not to be afraid. Illus: Have you heard about the man who owned a parrot that swore like a sailor? This parrot was so terrible, it could swear for five minutes straight without repeating itself. One day the man finally got tired of this ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:45-51

Denomination: Baptist