Sermons on God Present In Suffering:

Drawing Near To God In Times Of Need Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 5, 2025

In times of need, we have the profound privilege of drawing near to God. The Bible assures us that God is not distant or indifferent; He is a very present help in our troubles.

DRAWING NEAR TO GOD IN TIMES OF NEED By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 4:16 “Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.” Supporting Texts: James 4:8 Psalm 46:1 Psalm 34:17-18 Matthew 11:28-30 1 Peter ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:16, James 4:8, Psalm 34:17-18, Matthew 11:28-30, 1 Peter 5:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sermon # 26 - The True Blessings Of God Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jul 11, 2023

Everyone wants to be blessed, but the question is, 'What are the true blessings of God?' Let us understand what these blessings are and also get to know the purpose for God's blessings on us.

We read in 1 Chronicles 4:10, “Now Jabez called on the God of Israel, saying, "Oh that You would bless me indeed and enlarge my border, and that Your hand might be with me, and that You would keep me from harm that it may not pain me!" And God granted him what he requested.” (NASB) The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:10, Genesis 1:22, Genesis 1:28, Genesis 22:15-17, Genesis 22:17, Genesis 27:1-4, Genesis 27:28-29, Genesis 27:33, Genesis 27:38  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Seek God's Supreme Pleasure

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on May 19, 2007

Do you have any idea how the Sovereign God finds pleasure? Is His Supreme Delight exclusively His and only His Sovereign prerogative that we would be unable to partake during this present time?

“He was still speaking when, behold, a bright cloud overshadowed them and a voice from the cloud said, ‘This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased; listen to him’” (Matthew 17:5, ESV). We find pleasure in our hobbies, in our job, in our friends, in our family, or in whatever that we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:5

Denomination: Baptist

Using Your Bodies For God

Contributed by Pastor E. Jolly Erhunwmunse on Sep 9, 2010

Many people bodies are not holy and acceptable to the Lord and the Heavens is crying because of the way they use their bodies which suppose to glorify God. Every part of your bodies is important to God, and they although to be presented as holy and accept

Today I thank God for his wonderful grace for this message and the opportunity given to everyone that is reading and to bless with it. Today’s message is title “USING YOUR BODIES FOR GOD” in Romans 12:1-2 “ Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as living ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Is Our Refuge And Strength

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 15, 2025

God is our refuge and strength, offering both protection and power to His children. No matter the battles, challenges, or attacks of the enemy, we can stand firm, knowing that He is ever-present to deliver and sustain us.

GOD IS OUR REFUGE AND STRENGTH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 46:1 "God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble." Supporting Texts: Isaiah 41:10, Proverbs 18:10, Nahum 1:7, 2 Corinthians 12:9-10, Hebrews 13:5-6 INTRODUCTION: Life is full of challenges, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

It's All So Simple Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 19, 2009

To the issue of why bad things happen to good people, Eliphaz’s answer is spiritually lazy and assumes that we can earn God’s favor. Job’s response is to have faith in a God who will ultimately accept responsibility for sin.

You and I are about to enter the realm of mystery together. I know of nothing which challenges the mind and the imagination quite so much as the mystery of human suffering. Why men and women should have to suffer physically or emotionally – that has never been answered completely. In recent weeks ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The God Who Lifts Heavy Burdens Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 30, 2025

The God we serve is not passive when His children suffer. He acts decisively to lift burdens and destroy yokes. When we learn to cast our cares on Him, we experience peace and liberty.

THE GOD WHO LIFTS HEAVY BURDENS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 11:28-30 Supporting Texts: Psalm 55:22, 1 Peter 5:7, Isaiah 10:27, Exodus 6:6, Galatians 5:1 INTRODUCTION: Many people today are carrying burdens that are too heavy for them — burdens of sin, fear, financial distress, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Beginning Of… Pain Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 20, 2010

God curses the universe for our rebellion, but in discipline there is hope.

Scripture Introduction In certain segments of Jewish culture, there is a way of pretending to say something nice, then adding a twist that turns it into a curse. Alan King lists a number of these in his Great Jewish Joke Book: • May you inherit a hotel and die in every room. • May ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:16-24

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Groan And The Glory Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Sep 24, 2004

Our suffering in this life is a prelude to glory. God will end suffering and decay and give us new and immortal bodies.

The Groan and the Glory Rom. 8:18-25 INTRO.: Charlie Brown illustration. Charlie was about to kick a field goal and Lucy held the ball. When Charlie kicked, she moved the ball. He kicked so hard that he flew into the air and landed flat on his back with a groan, "Aaaaargh." We all groan while in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Finding Revival In God’s Forgiveness

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 8, 2024

1 of 1. King David laid bare his need for God’s forgiveness. Every one of God’s people CAN be a recipient of God’s forgiveness. ?How do we find Revival in God’s Forgiveness? Some(14) traits of those who find Revival in God’s Forgiveness. Those who Find Revival in God’s Forgiveness...

FINDING REVIVAL In GOD’s FORGIVENESS—Psalm 51:1-19 ‘Ps. 51_01-19 REVOut 2024’--point#s 1-4--presented 05/07/2024pm to: Eastside Baptist Church, McColl, SC(Pastor Rev. Roger Williams)--Day 3 of a 4-day Revival. Invitation Hymn--‘Whiter Than Snow’--James ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-4, Psalm 51:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Everybody Ought To Go To Sunday School (Sunday School: Past Present Future)

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Jul 16, 2004

I developed this sermon to emphasize the importance of Sunday School. We also recognized the teachers and SS Superintendent during the service.

Sermon Preached by Pastor Larry C. Brincefield 7/18/04 Title: Sunday School: Past, Present, & Future or “Everybody Ought to Go to Sunday School” Text: Judges 2:10-11 Introduction 1. Sing this song with me: “Everybody ought to go to Sunday School, Sunday School, Sunday School The teenies and the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:10-11

Denomination: Nazarene

The Story Of God: The First And Second Adam

Contributed by Matthew Morine on Feb 20, 2008

It is all Adam’s fault. Blame him, he did it; you did not eat of that tree, so why are you suffering? Fortunately, Christ repaired the damage that Adam did.

THE STORY OF GOD: THE FIRST AND SECOND ADAM THEME: CHRIST REPAIRED THE DESTRUCTION OF ADAM’S SIN TEXT: ROMANS 5:12-21 She stepped into the 2006 Mustang Convertible. It was her first car. And today it was her birthday. The car was her gift from her loving parents. It was her dream car. It ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Praying For God's Purpose Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Nov 15, 2019

Praying for Spiritual Awakening is a prayer to ask God to help us move out of our comfort zones and use the strength and wealth He has given us to relieve the suffering of others.

Pray For God’s Purpose Isaiah 5:1-7 Introduction The purpose of your life is far greater than your own personal fulfillment, your peace of mind, or even your happiness. It’s far greater than your family, your career, or even your wildest dreams and ambitions. If you want to know why you ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 5:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Transformed By Trust: The Blessings Of Trusting In God Jeremiah 17:7-8 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 2, 2024

Jeremiah 17:7-8 presents a vivid picture of the transformative impact of wholehearted trust in the Lord.

Transformed by Trust: The Blessings of Trusting in God Jeremiah 17:7-8 Introduction: Today, we embark on a journey of understanding the profound blessings that come from placing our trust in God. Our passage, Jeremiah 17:7-8, presents a vivid picture of the transformative impact of wholehearted ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:7-8, Psalm 125:1-2, Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 46:1-3, John 15:5, Galatians 5:22-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Facing Your Fears Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 7, 2013

Face your fears with faith. Trust God who knows the future, because He controls the future to refine and purify His own.

In 1973, Producers hired a young director to make a movie based on Peter Benchley's novel about shark attacks called Jaws. That movie launched Steven Spielberg’s career at the age of 26 with its scary special effects. In fact, the movie was so scary that even to this day millions of ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 11:2-35

Denomination: Evangelical Free