Sermons on Facing Tribulations:

Why God Is Not A “helicopter God” Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Mar 1, 2016

God loves me too much to save me from all of my struggles

Most of you are probably familiar with the term “helicopter parent”. But just in case you aren’t, this short video does a pretty good job of showing what that term means. [Show “Copter Mommy” video] Although helicopter parenting might seem harmless, it seems like we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Resurrection

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Oct 26, 2018

My purpose is to examine what we can know for certain while we live on this side of the veil through which we pass to whatever lies beyond it, hidden from our view, and learn what it tells pertaining to life on this side of the grave.

Note: I developed a simple set of slides on PowerPoint which I used in delivering this sermon. The prompts are included in the text below as reminders to me to advance the slides when I delivered the address. The slides are not professional quality, but If you are interested I will send the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:17-18, 1 Corinthians 15:23-26, Hebrews 6:1-2, 1 Corinthians 15:51-54, Matthew 28:5-6, 1 Corinthians 15:44, John 11:25, Acts 24:14-15, John 6:37-40, Daniel 12:2-3, 1 John 3:1-2, Job 14:15-17, Isaiah 26:19, Acts 17:22-32, Hebrews 11:35, Philippians 3:8-11, 2 Corinthians 5:1-4, Acts 10:42, 1 Corinthians 15:35-54, Romans 2:5-11, Revelation 20:12-14, Matthew 25:31-33, John 11:24, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-17, Hebrews 2:14-15, 2 Corinthians 5:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Be Like Philadelphia Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jun 28, 2010

We remain faithful to Jesus by holding fast to Him regardless of circumstances.

[Show video - “Be Like Mike” commercial] I guess, like many of you, I’m really dating myself when I admit that I actually remember that commercial, which made its debut in 1992. But even today, young aspiring basketball players still want to “be like Mike” because ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Through Christ John 16:33 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 30, 2024

John 16:33 encapsulates the reality of the challenges we face in this world and the ultimate victory we have in Christ. As we delve into this passage, let's uncover the profound peace, assurance, and hope that Jesus offers to every believer.

Overcoming Through Christ John 16:33 John 16:33 (NLT): "I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world." Introduction Today, we gather to explore a powerful and comforting ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33, James 1:2-3, Philippians 4:7, Romans 8:37

Denomination: Pentecostal

Psalm 46 Title: A Mighty Fortress Is Our God (Also Called "A Song Upon Alamoth.”) Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 8, 2020

The next three psalms (Psalm 46, 47, and 48) form a little cluster of prophetic pictures of the kingdom that is coming on this earth. Psalm 46 extols the adequacy of God in facing threats from nature and the nations.

May 29, 2015 Tom Lowe PSALM 46 Title: A Mighty Fortress is Our God (also called “A Song upon Alamoth.”) (To the chief Musician for the sons of Korah) Theme: God is our refuge, a song of the Millennium Psalm 46 (KJV) 1God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Happy The People The Lord Has Chosen To Be His Own

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Feb 2, 2004

EPIPHANY 4(A) - Happy are the people who seek Jesus’ salvation, who imitate Jesus’ life and who suffer for Jesus’ sake.

HAPPY THE PEOPLE.... Matthew 5:1-12 - February 1, 2004 MATTHEW 5:1-12 51Now when he saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him, 2and he began to teach them, saying: 3"Blessed (HAPPY) are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Do Christians Still Receive Divine Protection?

Contributed by Stan Lobin on Nov 7, 2022

Explore God's divine protection, how to deal with the tribulations tragedies in our lives, why good people may still suffer while under God's protection, God's faithful people never truly lose God's protection and God is a God of restoration for those who persevere.

Do Christians Still Receive Divine Protection? In the days of the Old Testament and even when Jesus walked the earth, the Jews believed that if you had a relationship with God and you weren't a perpetual and unrepentant breaker of the law, you would have a hedge-like protection or a protective ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-16, Job 1:6-12, Job 2:10, Job 38:2, Job 38:4, Matthew 16:22, Romans 8:35-37, 1 Corinthians 10:13, 1 Peter 1:3-5  (view more)  (view less)

Is There Evidence Of Our First Love?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 10, 2021

We face great dangers when our first love grows dim. We shall stand at the bema seat of God. Guard your passion and zeal to be ready for the imminent return of Jesus Christ.

IS THERE EVIDENCE OF OUR FIRST LOVE? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (Two part) Text: Matthew 24:44 Therefore be ye also ready: for in such an hour as ye think not the Son of man cometh. WE SO TEACH A GOD OF LOVE, GRACE AND MERCY THAT WE TEND TO BYPASS THE JUDGMENT SEAT OF ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:4, Jeremiah 20:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Do I Bear The Marks?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Dec 21, 2022

The world is loaded with temptations. We are faced every day with both inconspicuous social tensions and open propaganda. We are continually bombarded with worldly enticements. How much do the interests of this world truly have influence on us?

Paul wrote this letter to the Christians in Galatia. Its purpose was to discredit the Judaizers, the individuals who instructed that the Gentile adherents should comply with the Jewish law to be saved, and to call all Christians to believe and have faith in Christ and the freedom that he brings. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:14-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Capturing The Joy

Contributed by Bruce Ferris on Jan 9, 2006

Where is the Joy? Is it really that elusive? Is it only to be captured for the moment to slip away from our grasp? I am amazed at the number of gloomy faces in the Body of Christ today. This is not part of God’s plan for us. I believe God intends his

Where is the Joy? Is it really that elusive? Is it only to be captured for the moment to slip away from our grasp? I am amazed at the number of gloomy faces in the Body of Christ today. This is not part of God’s plan for us. I believe God intends his children to live a life full of joy; a joy ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

A Tale Of Two Sins Series

Contributed by Kyle Meador on Feb 1, 2002

Adam and Eve face temptation and fall pray to two present and powerful sins. Notice each and also notice how this affects their relationship with God.

From the Very Start A Look at the Ancient Text of Genesis that speaks with Amazing Present-day Relevance A Tale of Two Sins This is one of those stories which everyone seems to know a little about. Yet it amazes me how skewed of a picture we sometimes have. Let’s walk through this story and see ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-24, James 4:7-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Go, Go, Go Series

Contributed by Shawn Ragan on Nov 30, 2000

This sermon, the fourth and conluding sermon in this series, is a short review of what we have covered, and a look at the problems the early church faced in following this command.

Go, Go, Go Church of God Seventh Day Meridian, ID November 25, 2000 INTRODUCTION Good Morning Good Thanksgiving Today, we will be concluding what we have been talking about throughout this last month: The Commission in Matthew 28:18-20. With it being Thanksgiving weekend, I also have a message ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, Matthew 28:20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Made Known In The Breaking Of The Bread

Contributed by Carla Powell on Apr 20, 2002

Involves the congregation in some immediate community-building, as well as inviting them to see the face of Jesus on their brother or sister. Explores the corporate role of "communion".

Easter 3A - April 14, 2002 "Made Known In The Breaking of the Bread" - Luke 24:13-35 Grace and peace be to you from our Lord and Savior, who is made known to us in the breaking of the bread. On that first Easter day, two of Jesus’ followers were heading away from Jerusalem toward Emmaus. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Lutheran

It's Just Not Worth It

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Feb 22, 2001

This sermon deals with the consequences we face when we choose to do something we think is going to be pleasurable but is clearly against the Word of God.

It’s Just Not Worth It! 9/28/97 Proverbs 7:6-24 1 Corin10:1-13 Have you ever been as dumb as I have in which you did something you knew was wrong. It even seemed liked fun and was kind of enjoyable at the moment, but later when your ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 13:1-38, 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Our Battle Armor 2 Series

Contributed by Dave Martin on Jan 10, 2001

Aqaba in 1917 seemed impregnable. Any enemy vessel approaching the port would have to face the battery of huge naval guns above the town.

"Our Battle Armor!" "Knowing Our Enemy" series - Part 6 of 7 Text: Eph. 6:16-17 & Selected Cross Creek Community Church August 6, 2000 God’s Word is Powerful, Relevant, and Up to Date! Ephes. 6:13-17 "In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:16-17

Denomination: Bible Church