Sermons on Fire Of Suffering:

Why Have You Forsaken Me? - Mark 15:34 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on May 30, 2024

What did Jesus mean when he said, "My God, why have you forsaken me?" Did the Father forsake his Son?

In Mark 15:34 Jesus cries out from the cross, “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” Did God actually forsake Jesus? If so, what’s the answer to Jesus’ question? Why? And if you think the answer is obvious, then why does Jesus ask the question? He knew he had to drink this cup, he agonized ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:34, Matthew 27:46

Jesus Took Up Our Pain And Bore Our Suffering On The Cross.

Contributed by Robert Irvine on Jun 5, 2024

Jesus went to Peter’s house and healed his mother-in-law. Then “Many who were demon-possessed were brought to him, and he drove out the spirits with a word and healed all who were ill.” Matthew then tells us that this fulfilled the prophecy that Jesus “took up our infirmities and bore our diseases.”

The Bible records that Jesus went to Peter’s house and healed his mother-in-law. Then as evening came when it was dark, out of the shadows came many needy people. “Many who were demon-possessed were brought to him, and he drove out the spirits with a word and healed all who were ill.” Matthew then ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:4

Denomination: Baptist

Comfort For The Brokenhearted - Matthew 5:4 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 4, 2024

How can you find comfort from God in the midst of deep suffering? This message will help you understand what it looks like to be “sorrowful, yet always rejoicing” (2 Corinthians 6:10) by receiving God’s comfort in the midst of your suffering.

Matthew 5:1-12 Now when he saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him, 2 and he began to teach them, saying: 3 "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. 5 Blessed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4

Everything Happens For A Reason Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Feb 21, 2026

Part 4 of the "God Never Said That" Series. This is an alternate manuscript to the one provided in the Sermon Series kit.

I think most of us would agree — we don’t like going to funerals. It’s not that we aren’t willing to pay our respects. It’s not that we didn’t genuinely love the person who passed. We don’t like going because we don’t know what to say. We’ve all been there. We want to say something comforting. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-39

Denomination: Baptist

Disciples Of Jesus Are Empowered By The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jan 11, 2021

Without the Holy Spirit, the Christian life is impossible. Unless the Holy Spirit is present and doing His work, nobody can be born again, grow in Christlikeness, or accomplish the mission of Jesus. In this sermon, we learn how to cooperate with the Holy Spirit.

A. In the Spring of last year, I preached a series on hope in the promises of God. 1. One of God’s promises that I covered in that series is: we have a helper who empowers us – the Holy Spirit. 2. I want to open this sermon with the same story I opened that sermon with because I like it and it ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:10-13, John 16:12-14, Acts 2:38, Titus 3:4-7, 2 Corinthians 3:17-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sixth Trumpet (Second Woe) Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 25, 2017

The horror of the vision mounts. The demonic locusts were allowed to injure but not kill; but now come the squadrons of demonic cavalry to annihilate a third part of the human race.

By: Tom Lowe Date: 5-23-16 Lesson: III.C.8: Sixth Trumpet (Second Woe): Four Angels With an Army of Two Hundred Million, Killing A Third of Mankind ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 9:13

Denomination: Baptist

"How Can A Loving God Allow The Suffering Of Good People?”

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Sep 27, 2005

This sermon addressed the suffering people experienced following the 9-11-01 terrorist attack in New York and Washington, DC.

“How Can A Loving God Allow the Suffering of Good People?” I Peter 4:12-19 This past week has been a time of suffering for many people in America. Evil hearts resulted in killing friends and family members in San Francisco and Sacramento. Evil hearts planned for months to strike at the heart of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Free Methodist

Bow Or Burn Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 29, 2011

A study of chapter 3 verses 1 through 30

Daniel 3: 1 – 30 Bow or Burn 1 Nebuchadnezzar the king made an image of gold, whose height was sixty cubits and its width six cubits. He set it up in the plain of Dura, in the province of Babylon. 2 And King Nebuchadnezzar sent word to gather together the satraps, the administrators, the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

A Living Hope Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 8, 2010

This is an introductory sermon to a series on First Peter. In this sermon, we get reacquainted with the man who wrote it, the people to whom he sent it, and the particular situation that prompted him to write it.

Introduction: A. Maybe you’ve heard the statement: “Where there’s life, there’s hope!” 1. Like most sayings, it has an element of truth, but no guarantee of certainty. 2. It is not the fact of life and determines hope, rather it is the faith of life that determines ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Search Me: Escaping The Trap Of Hidden Sin - Psalm 139:23-24 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 30, 2025

Early detection is essential for recovering from some forms of cancer. It’s essential for all forms of sin. Evil can be hidden so deep in our hearts that it cannot be detected apart from divine exposure, which often requires trials.

Psalm 139:1 O Lord, you have searched me and you know me. 2 You know when I sit and when I rise; you perceive my thoughts from afar. 3 You discern my going out and my lying down; you are familiar with all my ways. 4 Before a word is on my tongue you know it completely, O Lord. 5 You hem me ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:23-24

New Year 2023 - Your Legacy: Will It Make It Through The Fire?

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 20, 2022

As we begin a new year, I wanted to share a message about our legacy. As you read the fictional stories of the three funerals, think about what your legacy will be when you leave here.

Your Legacy: Will It Make It Through The Fire? Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21; First Corinthians 3:11-15 Happy New Year New Light! This morning I want to talk with you about your legacy – the one you will leave behind on earth but will greet you in heaven. This is the first Sunday of a new year and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21, 1 Corinthians 3:11-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Suffering In His Steps - 1 Peter 2:20-21 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 22, 2024

Our calling was to follow Jesus, and His steps lead through undeserved suffering. Abuse is not a glitch in God’s plan that ruins your life. It is your calling.

1 Peter 2:18 Slaves, submit yourselves to your masters with all respect, not only to those who are good and considerate, but also to those who are harsh. 19 For it is commendable if a man bears up under the pain of unjust suffering because he is conscious of God. 20 But how is it to your credit if ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:20-21

Gethsemane

Contributed by Randy Croft on Dec 21, 2009

Reflections on Gethsemane

When have you been closest to death? ILLUS: I seem to come close every time I play softball with (name of parishioner)...especially when I’m on Third base and he lines a sharp foul ball...or playing paintball-- I remind everyone that I’m a noncombatant, but that doesn’t work either... ILLUS: I ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:32-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Mocked/Beaten Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Mar 10, 2011

Jesus endured much for our sake... lest we NEVER forget!

Luke 22:63-71 [ESV] 63Now the men who were holding Jesus in custody were mocking him as they beat him. 64They also blindfolded him and kept asking him, "Prophesy! Who is it that struck you?" 65And they said many other things against him, blaspheming him. 66When day came, the assembly of the elders ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:63-71

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus - Resurrection & The Life Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Apr 2, 2011

When hurt and grief come our way, Jesus is there for us, to hurt with us, to cry with us but also to point us toward healing... are you ready and willing to listen to Jesus and take the steps to healing He is calling you to take?

Sermon Brief Date Written: April 2, 2011 Date Preached: April 3, 2011 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Falling in Love With Jesus Sermon Title: Jesus – Resurrection & Life Sermon Text: John 11:32-44 [ESV] John 11:38-44 32Now when Mary came to where Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 11:32-44

Denomination: Baptist