Sermons on Hard Workers:

Stand Firm And Work Hard Series

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Apr 16, 2022

'Stand firm and work hard' might seem a very strange Easter message. But it's Paul's key message in 1 Corinthians 15 - the longest passage on the resurrection in the Bible. The resurrection gives us hope - and that hope gives us reason to stand firm and work hard.

Easter Sunday is the day when we celebrate the fact that God raised Jesus from death. When I say WE celebrate the fact that God raised Jesus from the dead, I mean, WE IN THIS CHURCH celebrate it. Clearly, a lot of other people DON'T celebrate it. A few years ago the Daily Telegraph conducted ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-2, 1 Corinthians 15:58, 1 Peter 1:3

Denomination: Baptist

Between A Rock And A Hard Place

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jun 6, 2021

What to do when you don't know what to do.

“Between a Rock and a Hard Place” Introduction: I believe that the Lord led me to this text this morning because I needed to hear it and there are many others that need to hear it as well. To say that this last year has been a difficult time for many of us is an understatement. There have been ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 14:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Between A Rock And A Hard Place Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Sep 7, 2021

We have all been caught in the middle and painted into a corner. The Lord works in those times to help us draw close to Him.

Between a Rock and a Hard Place Exodus chapter 14 selected verses Introduction- Good morning, How you ever heard some of these familiar terms? Caught in the middle In a jam Painted in a corner Up the creek without a paddle These phrases let us know that someone is in ‘over their head.” In a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:15-18

Denomination: Nazarene

Following Hard After God.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 4, 2022

A feast of good things in a dry and thirsty land.

FOLLOWING HARD AFTER GOD. Psalm 63:1-8. As we enter into Psalm 63, there is both an intimacy with God, and a yearning after God. It was as if David was saying, ‘I know thee, but would know thee more.’ The Psalmist is not just on the fringes of faith, like the boy’s father in Mark 9:24 - ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 63:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Life Is Hard Jesus Is There Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Oct 15, 2021

This message goes from John 11 on the death Of Lazarus but goes beyond to all hard times in life.

“WHEN LIFE IS HARD JESUS IS THERE” John 11 Greenmount and O’Leary Churches of Christ July 25, 2021 VIDEO LINK: https://youtu.be/fGe6WlCL8dY INTRODUCTION: This morning, we come to a passage of Scripture which deals with death, a matter which is truly one of those hard things we ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:15, Matthew 28:20, Galatians 6:2, John 13:34-35, Psalm 27:10, Isaiah 49:15, Ecclesiastes 12:1-5, John 14:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hardness Of Heart Or True Friendship

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 24, 2025

Tested friends are the most valuable ones, sturdy shelters against future adversity.

Friday of the Seventh Week in Course 2025 Jeshua ben Sira was an Alexandrian Jew who spoke both Hebrew and Greek. About two hundred years before Jesus Christ his family gave us a compilation of his writings, which we call the Book of Sirach. It was used so often in the early Church that it ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 19:20, Mark 10:1-12

Denomination: Catholic

Do The Hard Work First.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Sep 17, 2023

After living more than 60 years, I know that any claim that offers an effortless way to develop a lean, well conditioned body is a hoax. So is any sermon title that promises an easy way to become like our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Do the Hard Work First. 1 Timothy 6:11-12TPT After living more than 60 years, I know that any claim that offers an effortless way to develop a lean, well conditioned body is a hoax. So is any sermon title that promises an easy way to become like our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. In 1Timothy ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11-12, Romans 14:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Following Gets Hard...

Contributed by Anitha Jabastion on Aug 17, 2024

The words of John 6:66 strike a solemn note in the heart of any believer. How could it be that those who once followed the Lord, who witnessed His miracles and heard His teachings, would turn away? What happened to cause these disciples to abandon their walk with Christ?

John 6:66 - From that time many of His disciples went back and walked with Him no more. The words of John 6:66 strike a solemn note in the heart of any believer. How could it be that those who once followed the Lord, who witnessed His miracles and heard His teachings, would turn away? What ...read more

Scripture: John 6:66, John 6:60, Matthew 19:21-22

Finding Hope In Hard Times SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

Naomi's story teaches us that even in the face of immense suffering and adversity, God's goodness, kindness, and mercy prevail.

The book of Ruth takes us back to a time when judges ruled in Israel, around 1200 B.C. It is often regarded as one of the greatest love stories ever written. Today, we will explore the lessons we can learn from the story of Ruth and Naomi. Naomi's decision to leave Bethlehem during the famine was ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-18

Topics: Naomi And Ruth, Overcoming Adversity

Staying Positive In Hard Times PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Encourage believers to persevere through life's challenges with joy, rely on God's strength, and find contentment in His provision, as guided by the scriptures.

Good morning, church family! You know, life can sometimes feel like a marathon, right? We’re running, we’re striving, we’re trying our best to keep going, but we inevitably hit those moments where we just feel like giving up. But let me share with you a nugget of wisdom that has been a source of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:3-4

Topics: Perseverance

It's Hard To Say Goodbye PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 17, 2023

This sermon explores finding strength and hope in God's love and divine plan, even amidst the profound pain of losing a child.

Good morning, beloved family of God. We gather here today, not as individuals, but as a united body, bound by our shared faith and love for our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. It is in His name, and in His love, that we find solace, strength, and the courage to face the trials and tribulations that ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31

Topics: Grief, Loss, Comfort

Nothing Too Hard For God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 15, 2024

This sermon encourages believers to trust in God's limitless power, navigate doubts with faith, and honor His omnipotence, despite human limitations and uncertainties.

Good morning, beloved family of God. I stand before you today, not as a stranger but as a fellow traveler, encouraging you to look up and see the greatness of our God. A God who is not confined by our understanding or our circumstances, but whose abilities are as boundless as the heavens. We find ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:14

Topics: God's Power

Storms Yes: But We Have A Miracle Worker.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Nov 14, 2003

Mark’s account of this incident says in chapter 6:48 “and he saw them toiling in rowing.” He saw! Hallelujah he sees.

Storms yes: but we have a miracle worker. Matthew 14:22 -- 33. 11/16/03 Our text this morning comes right on the heels of another miracle of Jesus feeding over 5000 with just five loaves and two fish. Because of that, the multitudes wanted to crown him King. Not for who he was as much as for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Baptist

Signs And Wonders #2: Jesus Is The Miracle Worker

Contributed by C Jordan on Nov 13, 2012

There are many reasons why people don’t receive their healing from the Lord. As we look at these obstacles and overcome them, we will open the door to experience more healing in our lives.

COME AND SEE #6: SIGNS AND WONDERS #2: JESUS IS THE MIRACLE WORKER BACKGROUND TO THE STORY: “Now after the two days He departed from there and went to Galilee. For Jesus Himself testified that a prophet has no honor in his own country.” (John 4:43-44). CROSS REFERENCE: “54 And ...read more

Scripture: John 4:43-53

Denomination: *other

Stephen, Worker, Preacher, Apologist, Christian Exrtraordinaire! Series

Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Aug 23, 2011

Stephen life as an example and challenge to stand for Jesus in spite of the consequences

Stephen is the first recorded person who died for the cause of Christ. Let us examine a few facts of his life and try to learn something for it! Qualifications for him to be chosen were: honest report, full of the Holy Ghost and wisdom Stephen gave himself fully to the work he was picked out for. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-15

Denomination: Pentecostal