Sermons about Human Sufferings

God Sends His Light Into The World

Contributed by Christopher Raiford on Jul 11, 2002

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Sermon for the Epiphany Season

God Sends His Light into the World 1. A light that shines out of the darkness 2. A light that shines out for us all Dear Christian Friends: Have you ever been in a place where there’s no light whatsoever? I remember on a couple of occasions when my wife and I went on tours through caves, and they ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-4

Denomination: Lutheran

That's Not A Knife

Contributed by John Beehler on Jul 17, 2003

based on 40 ratings

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Don’t let the stresses and worries of life get you down. Trust in the greater power.

That’s Not A Knife I remember in one of my college classes reading about an expert testimony concerning time management that was presented to a Senate sub-committee in 1960. These experts said that because of advances in technology, within twenty years or so, people would be ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-34, Mark 6:53-56

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Child Is Born

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 24, 2007

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A sermon about the incarnation, the promise of God with Us

This sermon was written for an ecumenical service at a Retirement Community for Seniors. It is a revision of another of my advent sermons titled "Love in Advent". Sermon for Suites by the Lake – Advent – “A Child is Born” - November 24, 2007 Isaiah 9:6 For to us a child is born, to us a son is ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Kept The Law For Us!

Contributed by Chad Wright on Apr 15, 2002

based on 39 ratings

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This sermon focuses on Jesus’ fasting and temptation in the wilderness.

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, "I’m starving!" Have you ever said that phrase or heard someone else say it? Most of the time, the person who says it is far from malnutrition! The human desire to eat, hunger, can at times be very strange and cause people to act very strangely. You’ve all heard ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

The Beginning Of The Gospel Of Jesus Christ... Series

Contributed by Robert Konemann on Sep 28, 2004

based on 34 ratings

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Mark’s gospel presents Jesus Christ as the Son of God who has come in the flesh teaching with authority to our amazement.

Mark 1:1 The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. Summary Sentence : Jesus, as the Son of God has come in the flesh teaching with authority to our amazement. Our study is more than just an attempt to familiarize ourselves with a text. It is not less than that but it certainly ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Three Things We Must Do To Keep Our Joy” Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jun 25, 2004

based on 44 ratings

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Seventh in a series "Restoring the Joy" a study of Philippians. In this message we examine "Three Things We Must Do To Keep Our Joy!" - (1)Realize It Is Worth Safe-Guarding!(2)Beware Of Those Who Would Have Us To Rely On The Wrong Things.and (3)Understand

Restoring the Joy Sermon # 7 “Three Things We Must Do To Keep Our Joy” Philippians 3:1-11 When life goes well for people who do not know the Lord they feel elated. When hard times come they sink into despair. But true joy ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Secret Of Contentment Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Aug 5, 2004

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In marked contrast with the widespread discontent of our world, the Apostle Paul spoke on the subject of contentment in his letter to the church at Philippi.

Restoring the Joy A Study of the Book of Philippians Sermon # 12 “The Secret of Contentment” Philippians 4:10-15 “A Russian woman lived with her husband and two children in a very small hut. Her husband’s parents lost ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Incarnation Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Dec 12, 2003

based on 64 ratings

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Words are not enough: the message must be incarnated to be communicated.

The Incarnation. WBC 14/12/03pm Jn 1:1-2, 14, Phil 2:5-11 Read Jn 1 passage WORDS ARE NOTE ENOUGH You have probably never heard of the island of Molokai. Well, it’s located in the state of Hawaii. And it has quite a history. You have to go way back to the late 1800’s to understand its ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-2, Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

It's A Wonderful Life In The Face Of Trouble Series

Contributed by Randall Bergsma on Dec 19, 2006

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Life is difficult. Christmas can bring crisis for many. But it can still be wonderful because God came in Jesus to be with me.

Intro: Have you ever felt you might be better off dead than alive? The struggles of life seem to surmount the beauties of life and you begin to wonder “what’s the point?” That’s what happened to Geoge Bailey in the classic film It’s a wonderful Life. In this scene your about to see, George, who ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

I Brought You Into This World; I'll Take You Out

Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 8, 2003

based on 33 ratings

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A sermon for Christmas based on Psalm 22:9-10

Sermon for 12/7/2003 Psalm 22:9-10 I Brought You into This World, I’ll Take You Out Introduction: It is a miracle of God that we are all here; we have lived to this point. When we think about conception, many embryos just pass out of the uterus. 3/4th of all fertilized eggs are lost. When we ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:9-10, John 19:26-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When Hearts And Faces Are Sad Series

Contributed by Ronald Keller on Sep 30, 2001

based on 104 ratings

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When the unthinkable happens...When tragedy strikes...When hearts and faces are sad--God NOTICES and cares for us, just as He did for Joseph.(2 Sundays After "911.")

(Preached 2 Sundays After "911.") INTRODUCTION "Why are your faces so sad today?" The events of and since September 11 have had varying affects on all Americans. Most have been moved with a patriotic zeal that just a few years and weeks ago was thought not to be in vogue. The supply of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 40:7

Denomination: Nazarene

Making Wells In The Valley

Contributed by Dr. Jeremy Simpson on Mar 16, 2007

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Jerusalem was situated on a hill. In order to get to Jerusalem, the pilgrim must pass through a hot, dry, and barren valley.

MAKING WELLS IN THE VALLEY PSALM 84:6-- “Who passing through the valley of Baca make it a well; the rain also filleth the pools.” Introduction: Jerusalem was situated on a hill. In order to get to Jerusalem, the pilgrim must pass through a hot, dry, and barren valley. 1. Three Names of Valleys ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 84:6

Denomination: Baptist

Never Mind, Eat Some Food!

Contributed by Simon Rundell on Jul 23, 2001

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The docetist heresy, the reality of Christ’s incarnation, and his setting of priorities: his father’s will above his earthly, physical needs.

Sermon for Evening Prayer and Benediction 22nd July 2001 Text: John 4:31-35 “My food is to do the will of him who sent me, and to accomplish his work” + In the name of the Father and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. It is a caricature of Jewish mothers that they force food onto their ...read more

Scripture: John 4:31-35

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Rejoicing Always

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Oct 25, 2006

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Trials and persecutions notwithstanding, Paul keeps the focus on rejoicing both in his life and in the church.

REJOICING ALWAYS “Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice!” Philippians 4:4 In his letter to the church at Philippi, Paul referred to “rejoice”, “rejoiced” or “rejoicing” ten times. The church had much that tended to discourage it. It was not an affluent congregation. It was ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4

Denomination: Baptist

Talk To Your Tears

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Feb 8, 2006

based on 28 ratings

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Tears have a great purpose in your life. Sometimes pain is a very valuable gift.

Psalms 126:5-6 They that sow in tears shall reap in joy. [6] He that goeth forth and weepeth, bearing precious seed, shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, bringing his sheaves with him. l. INTRODUCTION -- TEARS A. General -Even after having spent twenty years working in the medical ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 126:5-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

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