Sermons on Friends Of The Suffering:

The White Throne Judgement Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Nov 22, 2013

EVERYONE stands before God to give an account-y But there are two types of judgment a. For those who’s names are written in the Lamb’s book of Life and b. for those who will suffer in the lake of fire for all of their sins

Revelation 20: 11 Then I saw a great white throne and him who was seated on it. Earth and sky fled from his presence, and there was no place for them. 12 And I saw the dead, great and small, standing before the throne, and books were opened. Another book was opened, which is the book of life. The ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:11-15

Denomination: *other

Free To Fail

Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Feb 27, 2010

Abraham Lincoln suffered a string of failures before he was elected to the presidency. His country store went out of business. As a young lawyer he had trouble getting clients. He was defeated in his campaigns for the state legislature, the House of Repre

FREE TO FAIL Matthew 25:24-25; Philippians 4:13 Abraham Lincoln suffered a string of failures before he was elected to the presidency. His country store went out of business. As a young lawyer he had trouble getting clients. He was defeated in his campaigns for the state legislature, the House of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:24-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Faith Of Real Life Problems - The Story Of Hannah"

Contributed by Nick S Panico on May 20, 2016

Every Christian faces real life problems. Just because you accepted Jesus doesn't mean you will be immune to suffering, pain, and trouble in life. In this message we study how Hannah overcame her real life problem.

“Faith for Real Life Problems” (1 Sam 1:1-2 NIV) "There was a certain man from Ramathaim, a Zuphite from the hill country of Ephraim, whose name was Elkanah son of Jeroham, the son of Elihu, the son of Tohu, the son of Zuph, an Ephraimite. {2} He had two wives; one was called Hannah ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Agony In Gethsemane Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Oct 31, 2018

It is hard for us to comprehend the dual nature of Christ - being fully God and fully man. As He endured the agonies of Gethsemane, His humanity cried out regarding the physical suffering, while His deity cried out regarding the sin and separation.

Agony in Gethsemane Mark 14: 32-42 As we continue to follow Jesus on this faithful night, His impending betrayal and crucifixion are drawing closer with each passing moment. Supper had ended, and along with the eleven, Jesus made His way from Jerusalem toward the Garden of Gethsemane. As they ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:32-42

Denomination: Baptist

(The Lord Will Provide)

Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Nov 25, 2017

BECAUSE WHEN YOU LOOK AT HIS POSTSCRIPT RESUME PAUL HAD SUFFERED STRIPES ABOVE MEASURE HAD BEEN STONED AND SHIPWRECK LABELED AS A TRAITOR THROWN INTO A DUNGEON WITHOUT HIS CLOAK ,SCROLL OR PARCHMENTS SNAKE BITTEN AND HAD A THORN IN

Philippians 4:19 (KJV) 19 But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. THE WORD OF GOD FOR THE CHILDREN OF GOD VERY BRIEFLY I WANT TO REASON WITH YOU ON THE THOUGHT (THE LORD WILL PROVIDE) MY BROTHERS AND MY SISTERS THE WRITER OF THE TEXT BEFORE US IS THE ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God Is For You

Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Jan 7, 2019

People often feel like God is against them. Many people suffer from rejection and condemnation. But in Christ all that changes. Discover how God can be for you. And learn the significance of God being for you. More importantly experience it for yourself.

GOD IS FOR YOU! Dr. Lewis W Gregory Illustration: No, No, No! one of the first words a child learns is no. No is seen as a negative. But in Christ no can be a positive. Romans 8:31–39 No accusation, No condemnation, No separation Part 1 Introduction: God is for you A. What things? Romans 8:31 ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pentecost - The Church Is Born!

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jun 16, 2020

What a day!!! In all of the history of humanity there was never a more important few weeks than the time that passed between the suffering of Jesus on our behalf and the arrival of the Holy Spirit. It is almost too great an event to tell as it cannot be given the justice it deserves!

Pentecost - The Church Is Born! Today we will be reading from Acts 2:1-13 Last Sunday we took a look at a combination of Jesus’ ascension into Heaven and the Holy Spirit being given to all of humanity on the Day of Pentecost. In doing so we contrasted the work of God in the Old Testament and the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13, Numbers 27:18, 1 Samuel 16:12-13, Exodus 23:16, Acts 1:11-13, Acts 1:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

They Come To Succoth. Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 6, 2022

The men of Succoth, lived on an excellent army route between Canaan and the East, and having regard only for self and no concern for Israel's deliverance and no compassion for the sufferings of Gideon's gallant little band, would give no bread to their brethren.

They come to Succoth. Ex 12:37-40. 37The Israelites journeyed from Rameses to Sukkoth. There were about six hundred thousand men on foot, besides women and children. 38Many other people went up with them, and also large droves of livestock, both flocks and herds. 39With the dough the Israelites ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 27:4

Denomination: Baptist

I Touched You

Contributed by Samuel M on Jan 19, 2024

This was the question Jesus asked. A women suffering from bleeding for 12 years touched Jesus in Jesus’s time. But in this generation, the answer is “I touched you”. I touched you because of my current situations and unanswered prayers for many years.

And Jesus said, “Who touched Me?” – Luke 8:45 This was the question Jesus asked. A women suffering from bleeding for 12 years touched Jesus in Jesus’s time. But in this generation, the answer is “I touched you”. I touched you because of my current situations and unanswered prayers for many years. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:45

Help For The Helpless

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jul 30, 2022

How often in trials and tribulations do we needlessly suffer because we are seeking the advice of others and cherishing sin in our hearts when we ought to get before the Great Physician Jesus, repent and experience His grace and mercy?

Help for the Helpless John 5:1-14 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 In the first part of John chapter five we are told of a miraculous event that happened when Jesus was on His way to one of the Jewish festivals. Which great feast of Israel Jesus was heading too, the ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

1 Peter 4:1-11 Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Aug 5, 2023

In today's study Peter talks about the need to remain faithful to God despite suffering for His name, and to turn away from sin. He also talks about how to respond to false accusation on account of our faith.

For the Audio Version on YouTube, click here – https://youtu.be/Z7bnA6tc8qM For the Audio Version on Spotify, click here – https://open.spotify.com/episode/3kgd1x0uLSFIjohFWf1IFC?si=i9GTLVQrQVG3FU8vxbfIbw 1 Peter 4:1-6 Therefore, since Christ suffered for us in the flesh, arm yourselves also with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-11, 1 Peter 3:19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Does Religion Hinder Walking In The Spirit

Contributed by Gordon Brownlee on Nov 20, 2024

The word "Religion" is a deep well and It doesn't always represent a true faith in Jesus. Maybe its time to ask whether we are suffering defeat because of it's encroachment on our walk with God

Read it Or Watch it https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4YGiZA2VacQ Have you ever considered the influence other religions have had on your walk of faith? What defines them as different and what makes them a distraction rather then a help within our spiritual journey? The struggles that follow every ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16, Romans 8:12-15

Denomination: *other

The Rescue From Sin Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

Jesus came to save us from sin and death at just the right time, showing His love for us even while we were still sinners. His sacrifice brings peace and transforms us through our trials and suffering.

You know how we sometimes talk about the whole sin thing and how it's like this giant wall between us and God? Well, today we're going to dig into how Jesus is like the ultimate superhero, who came to smash that wall to pieces. Imagine you're stuck in a burning building, smoke everywhere, no way ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-8

Topics: Redemption, Divine Grace, Eternal Life, Faith In Christ

30 The Book Of Galatians – Chapter 6:15-18 - Message 30 – Paul Bore The Branding Marks In His Body – Grace And Peace And Mercy Essential – Circumcision Of No Effect Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Apr 14, 2025

Paul bore the stigmata in his body, the branding marks because of faith, as did the Lord. He suffered much. Grace and mercy are looked at, and circumcision yet again. The new creation as opposed to keeping the Law. And wonderful Blandina tortured for faith.

30 THE BOOK OF GALATIANS – CHAPTER 6:15-18 - Message 30 – PAUL BORE THE BRANDING MARKS IN HIS BODY – GRACE AND PEACE AND MERCY ESSENTIAL – CIRCUMCISION OF NO EFFECT This is the last message in Galatians and I hope the series has helped you in the joy of the word of God. I trust God has blessed ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:15-16, 2 Corinthians 5:17, John 3:3, John 3:7, 1 Peter 1:3-4, 1 Corinthians 7:18-19, Galatians 5:5-7, 2 Corinthians 10:9-10, Zechariah 4:6, Isaiah 53:2-3, Isaiah 53:5, 2 Corinthians 11:23-25, Galatians 6:18, Galatians 6:17, Galatians 1:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Part 1: God Won’t Do It Without You: Discovering Your Irreplaceable Role - Ephesians 4:11-16 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jan 22, 2026

Ephesians 4 says every believer is a “joint of supply”—a vital channel of God’s grace to others. Sit on the sidelines and the whole body suffers. Step in, and you help the church attain “the whole measure of the fullness of Christ.”

For free audio or video download of this message, visit https://www.treasuringgod.com/sermons-by-scripture or my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@DarrellFerguson. God’s Purpose Statement for Your Church If you were asked to draft a purpose statement for your church, what would you ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16