Sermons on Hardships:

The Pit Was Empty For A Reason PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 2, 2023

To explore the story of Joseph to illustrate God's sovereignty, the power of faithful prayer, and the fulfillment of God's promises, encouraging us to trust in God's divine plan regardless of our circumstances.

Good morning, family! Today, we are going to delve deep into a powerful story from the Old Testament that illustrates God's Sovereignty in our lives, the power of faithful prayer, and how God's plans and promises come to fruition. From the life of Joseph, we can glean precious wisdom to apply in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:23-24

Topics: God's Sovereignty

The Church Scatters Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Sep 29, 2023

Beginning with the stoning of Stephen, a great persecution began against the followers of Jesus in Jerusalem. Saul created havoc for the church, entering homes and hauling men and women to prison.

September 30, 2023 Beginning with the stoning of Stephen, a great persecution began against the followers of Jesus in Jerusalem. Saul created havoc for the church, entering homes and hauling men and women to prison. He would later describe his activities this way: • Acts 26:9-11 - I too was ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8, Acts 26:9-11, Acts 11:19, Acts 11:23

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Building Godly Character

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 1, 2025

Our culture often tells us to avoid suffering at any cost, to seek pleasure and ease above all else. Paul declares with the authority of heavenly insight that suffering is not without purpose. In God's kingdom, character is currency.

OPENING ILLUSTRATION: There is a story told among the Cherokee Indians… One evening an old Cherokee Indian told his grandson about a battle that goes on inside people. He said, "My son, the battle is between 2 wolves. One is Evil. It is anger, envy, greed, arrogance, self-pity, guilt, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus, Our Rock PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 30, 2023

This sermon encourages embracing dependence on God as our steady stone, acknowledging the peace found in His presence, and committing to live the Christian ideal.

Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters. It's a blessing to be with you all today. We gather here, not as strangers, but as a family, bound by the love of our Savior. Today, we stand on the threshold of a new revelation, a fresh understanding of our faith and our relationship with Jesus. Opening ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:2-3

Topics: Jesus, Dependence

Blessed By The Best PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 1, 2023

Explores the nature of God's blessings, encouraging us to recognize, experience, and live in the richness of His unexpected and transformative love and goodness.

Good morning, everyone! It's a real joy to be with you all today. We're going to be chatting about something rather special today. It's something that we all crave, something we all want to experience more of in our lives. I'm talking about blessings. Yes, blessings from God. Now, when we talk ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Topics: Blessed, Father

Ordination Charge For Pastoral Service

Contributed by Michael Cotie on Jan 28, 2001

Charge to ordainee for serving as a minister.

Ordination Charge for Pastoral Service 2nd Timothy 4:1-5 Intro: Paul charges Timothy to do several things as a faithful minister in 2nd Timothy 4:1-5. This is my charge to you also. Core: Always preach God’s word, always be ready carry the message and understand hardships will come in service ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Pay Me Now Or Pay Me Later

Contributed by John Beehler on Mar 21, 2001

A Christian must carry the cross

Pay Me Now, or Pay Me Later 1. Walk in any pharmacy. Most popular product is painkillers. Ibuprofen, Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Aleve, Anacin. Tablets or caplets. Huge bottles holding 250, 500 pills or pocket-size of 8. Some combined with decongest to kill two pains with one pill. Rub-on ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34-38, 1 John 2:3-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

All Sufficient Grace, Even For Me

Contributed by Scott Lamshed on Apr 13, 2001

The Grace of God covers us over and is more than enough

ALL SUFFICIENT GRACE FOR EVEN ME Introduction A. Text: Psa. 103:8. B. When a sinful woman washed His feet with her tears, Jesus explained her extraordinary devotion by pointing out that she loved much because she recognized herself as being in need of greater forgiveness -Lk. 7:36-50. C. Is it ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Paul's Prescription For The Blues”

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jan 29, 2003

Paul gives some timely advice on finding joy in the midst of adverse circumstances.

Remember that ever-present line in the classic Carpenter’s song, “Rainy days and Mondays always get me down”? Why does it seem that life offers us more rainy days and Mondays than clear sunny days? Maybe the reason that they get us down is the fact that they often seem to take us by surprise. We ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus, Begotten Son Of Man

Contributed by Andy Taylor on Dec 17, 2006

The human nature of Jesus, essential to us

Jesus, Begotten Son of Man He is so much more than meets the eye, Psalm 2:7 · Are we sure this is about Jesus? Acts 13.33 The Humanity of Jesus, not either/or, but both/and 1] The Mystery of the OT A) “Son of Man”In the OT used 107 times, twice of Jesus (1) Means descendant of Adam 1 Timothy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:20-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Your Life Is Not About You, But Jesus' Life Is

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Feb 4, 2008

A short Ash Wednesday Sermon that encourages us to see that your life is not about you, but Jesus’ life is

Ash Wednesday has always presented me with a problem. As I read and research the scriptures for Ash Wednesday I get the feeling that God is saying, Hey Richard, hey Ray, hey….(and mention others) wake up to yourself, life is not about you, there are more important things in your life than ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Why Do We Give Thanks? Series

Contributed by Jim Erwin on Dec 12, 2007

I thank God to acknowledge His goodness to me.

Why Do We Give Thanks? Psalm 30:1-12 What is the purpose of thanksgiving? Why do we give thanks? This is the question I want to answer for you today. I want to answer this question and then apply it to our lives spiritually. Here is a definition of thanksgiving. We give thanks to acknowledge ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

How Do I Face The Future

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 25, 2005

The future and its possibilities can be scary. Evil appears to be hiding around every corner. Our faith in God, though, gives us hope for the future and enables us to face the future with confidence and power.

Matthew 28:19-20 “How Do I Face the Future?” INTRODUCTION Times have changed. A few years ago, the future, which we faced, was filled with potential and possibilities. Nothing seemed impossible. The stock market was marking double and triple digit gains. The economy was expanding, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Lutheran

This Little Light Of Mine

Contributed by Michael Brown on May 1, 2020

We are to be the light of Christ to the world

Bible study for Matthew 5:16 “In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven.” To get a full understanding of verse 16 we should begin the study where Jesus first says the disciples are to be light. In verse 14 He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

John- Son Of Thunder Becomes Man Of Love Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 13, 2019

This is the 3rd sermon in the "Getting Acquainted With The 12 Apostles" series.

Series: Getting Acquainted With The 12 Apostles [#3] JOHN- SON OF THUNDER BECOMES MAN OF LOVE Mark 3:17 Introduction: In some of the famous portraits, such as The Last Supper, John was pictured as an effeminate person; but that does not fit the image of John that I have. John was the youngest ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:17

Denomination: Baptist