Sermons on Facing Trials:

"An Anointed Experience..."

Contributed by E.t. Cummings on Sep 18, 2003

In this sermon, God designed purpose is to get the believer to understand his purpose in ministry and his plan to accomplish his planned tasks.

As we discover the church of today, the church really doesn’t know how to experience the anointing because many sermons have been preached, many stories have been told, and many books have been written, but to give you the true meaning of anoiting, many people can’t tell you because they have the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Focused Racer PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Understand Jesus as our perfect coach, the importance of perseverance in our Christian journey, and the necessity of keeping our focus on God amidst worldly distractions.

Good morning, church family! I am so excited to dive into God's Word with you all today. Before we get started, I'd like to share a quote from Oswald Chambers. He once said, "Perseverance is more than endurance. It is endurance combined with absolute assurance and certainty that what we are looking ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Topics: Perfect Coach

Esther Becomes Queen Of Persia PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Highlight God's sovereignty and providence in our lives, even in challenging circumstances, as exemplified in the story of Esther.

Good morning, church family! Today we are diving into the book of Esther, particularly chapter 2. Esther's story is a testament to the sovereignty of God and how He works in mysterious and unexpected ways, even in the most difficult circumstances. As A.W. Tozer aptly put it, "While it looks like ...read more

Topics: Providence, God

Why Should We Close 2024 Praising God?

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Dec 27, 2024

How do you view the year 2024? Whatever happened this year, let's have right perspective so that we can praise God and give Him thanks.

We will soon leave the year of 2024. Some people see 2024 as a difficult or even bad year because they experienced so many problems this year, whether in finance, relationships, or health. They may even lose something precious or someone they loved this year. So, they are disappointed with God and ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Determination To Wear The Crown PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 20, 2023

This sermon encourages deepening commitment to Christ, cultivating courage in faith, and understanding the divine rewards of such dedication and bravery.

Beloved brothers and sisters, we gather here in the sacred presence of our Lord, united by our shared love for Christ, our Savior. We are not strangers to one another, for we are all part of the family of God. We are bound together by the ties of faith, hope, and love, which are the very essence of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:6

Topics: Determination, Wear The Crown

The Challenge Of Choosing An Undivided Heart-1 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 10, 2010

Part 1 of 2. The writer to the Hebrews set before his audience a deeper consideration of an Undivided Heart. What challenges do ’Christians,’(traditionists), face in this consideration? The challenge of choosing an Undivided Heart is accepting the Voic

SERIES: The Careful Considerations of Our Christian Confession—Hebrews 3:1-6; 7-17; 3:18--4:11; 4:11-13; 4:14---5:11 The Hebrews writer pressed upon his audience to deeply/profoundly consider the aspect of their Christian confession concerning Jesus as their Apostle & High Priest. Thus the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:7-19

Denomination: Baptist

We Go Forward Without Fear PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Emphasize the freedom and transformative power that comes from faith in Jesus Christ, who made the ultimate sacrifice for our sins, and to encourage believers to live fearlessly and draw closer to Him.

Good morning, church family! Today we're gonna dive into the book of Hebrews, specifically chapter 10, verse 18. We're talking about drawing closer to Jesus, living without fear, and the incredible benefits of faith. The verse reads as follows: "And where these have been forgiven, sacrifice for sin ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:18

Topics: Drawing Closer To Christ

More Than Conquerors Because Of Grace! PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

To explore and understand the depth of God's love and assurance for us, emphasizing that there is no condemnation in Christ, no power can stand against God's love, and nothing can separate us from His love.

Good morning, church family. Today we are diving into one of the most powerful, most reassuring passages in all of scripture. The Apostle Paul, in Romans 8, poignantly and passionately assures us of our eternal security in Christ. He asks, “If God is for us, who can be against us?” (Romans 8:31). ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39

Topics: No Condemnation, No Separation, Christ

Thoughts From A Mourning Father

Contributed by Arthur Miller on May 22, 2023

This sermon is my thoughts after the death of my twelve year old son to an allergic reaction. May this lesson give people hope to those who are in grief. This is a tribute to my son Jaron Miller January 17, 2011 to March 12, 2023.

All Bible passages are from Bible Gateway. [Background Information to give context] Friday March 10, 2023 I was working in my office towards the end of the day thinking about what I wanted to get done on the weekend when my phone rang from my son-in-law. "Dad, Jaron is in cardiac arrest and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14, Ecclesiastes 7:1-4, James 4:9-10, Romans 5:1-11, 1 Peter 1:3-9, 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, Philippians 1:21-23, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Revelation 21:3-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Silence Of God

Contributed by Pastor Yolito De Gracia on Sep 22, 2006

Like the Psalmist, there are times in our lives we experienced trials and persecutions, and in the midst of them, our prayers seem to be unanswered, our requests seem to be rejected, helps seem to be so very far, enemies seem to be victorious , and our Om

Title: THE SILENCE OF GOD Text: Psalm 35:17 Lord, how long wilt thou look on? rescue my soul from their destructions, my darling from the lions. Psalm 35:21 Yea, they opened their mouth wide against me, and said, Aha, aha, our eye hath seen it.Psalm 35:22 This thou hast seen, O LORD: keep not ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 35:17-22

Denomination: Baptist

Character Study Of Job Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 23, 2025

Job’s life teaches us that faithfulness to God does not exempt us from trials, but God remains in control. His suffering was not a result of sin but a test of faith, which led to greater blessings and a deeper revelation of God.

CHARACTER STUDY OF JOB – A RIGHTEOUS MAN TESTED BY SATAN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Job 1:1 "There was a man in the land of Uz, whose name was Job; and that man was perfect and upright, and one that feared God, and eschewed evil." Supporting Texts: Job 1-42, James 5:11, Romans ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1, James 5:11, Romans 8:28, 1 Peter 5:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Find A Job PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Trust in God's plan for our lives, including our employment journey, and find comfort in His promise of a hopeful future.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're gonna dive into a topic that's real and personal to many of us - the journey of employment. We've all experienced the roller coaster ride of job searching - the highs of getting that interview, the lows of the rejections, the uncertainty of the waiting. But ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Topics: Employment

Consider It Joy

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Introductory Considerations 1.

Introductory Considerations 1. It was one of the happiest and joyful times of my life. I had grown up in church and made confession of faith, but as most of you know, I went through a period of years when I stopped believing in Christ. It all seemed unreal. 2. For various reasons, used by God, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Developing Patience When There Is No Patience" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Aug 15, 2005

What to do about all of the hassles and abrasive people that come into our life. How to develop patience when there is no patience in sight.

Iliff and Saltillo UM churches August 21, 2005 “Developing Patience When There is No Patience” James 1:1-4 II Peter 1:4-8 INTRODUCTION: We would all like to be able to sing the song, “Oh what a beautiful morning, Oh what a beautiful day, Oh what a beautiful morning, everything’s going my ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

Waiting For Something Special Series

Contributed by James Capps on Dec 12, 2000

Based on the encounter with Simeon, how he waited and how we are to patiently wait for the return of Jesus

Waiting for Something Special Luke 2:25-32 2nd Sunday in Advent No one likes to wait Was at Sam’s the other day….had to stand in line what seemed forever (probably only 10 minutes) Was going to Vanderbilt for Jacob Maxwell’s surgery and got in morning traffic..took me over an hour to get ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-32

Denomination: Methodist