Sermons on Joy In Pain:

Why Do Christians Suffer?

Contributed by James Thibodeaux on Oct 29, 2021

The only thing I can think of is this, we who have been called to this great purpose of conformity to the image of Christ will for that reason also be called to suffer with Christ.

Intro: When writing this message, not to long ago, I had a conversation with a lady who lives here In the trailer park where I live. I was cutting her yard for her because she was hurt 2 weeks ago and could not do so and asked me to cut the lawn for her till she gets better. When she came to pay ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:10

Denomination: Baptist

God's Face In A Dark Place Series

Contributed by Delwyn Campbell on Mar 18, 2019

The reality is that sin hurts and darkens our way. In those times, we need God to draw near. We need God to have a face

"God With A Face" The family had gone to the mountains for vacation. Their cottage overlooked a friendly lake. After a swim and dinner, it was bedtime. Tenderly, the mother prepared her little daughter for the night, heard her prayers, kissed her, and left the room. Immediately, Julia ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-6, Matthew 6:16-21, Isaiah 58:3-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Don't Quit, Learn To Play Hurt.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 3, 2024

Kindergarten teaches us live is not fair. Hurt is part of life and we must learn to thrive when hurt brings us pain and disappointments.. GOD HAS A PLAN AND PURPOSE FOR YOU.

DON'T QUIT! LEARNING TO PLAY HURT By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com. (YouTube: Wade Hughes) Butterflies do not fly in the rain. Their wings are so fragile. The droplets of water would destroy their wings. Sometimes the best thing we can do during a storm is find a safe place and ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:4, Acts 9:16, Job 14:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Forever Hopeful Even When Things Don't Go To Plan

Contributed by Roger Whipp on Dec 31, 2014

It is about hope. It is about positive expectation. It is about a Creator God who is at work bringing order out of chaos, joy out of pain, character out of conflict

Forever Hopeful even when things don't go to plan Romans 8: 12-28 - Forever Hopeful Although Paul’s passage is primarily an encouragement to the suffering persecuted church at the time, it should also be an encouragement to today’s church. That includes both the persecuted ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:12-28

Denomination: *other

How Suffering Can Be A Gift Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on May 4, 2010

God stacks up treasures for his people through our suffering for his sake.

Scripture Introduction Jesus calls us blessed when reviled and persecuted on his account. We hear that and probably grit our teeth and determine to bear it should the need arise. The possibility of suffering frightens, and the culture of comfort surrounding us suggests we avoid situations where ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:29-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

“the Joy Of The Lord Is My Strength!” Series

Contributed by Gerry Cheney on Dec 29, 2015

Westminster catechism: Man’s chief end is to glorify God and enjoy him forever. Sadly, not many believers seem to enjoy God. Yet, according to scripture, discovering God's Joy in our lives is the key to persevering in our prayer life. Here are three keys!

Introduction: As most of you know, over the last month or so, we have been doing a series on prayer based on the movie “War Room”. With all the different things going on in the world, and with all our unique struggles and difficulties that we go through just as people, one has to ask, ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:10

Denomination: Vineyard

Living In Joy Sermon Ii: Joy Sees The Good, Seizes The Chance, Shares The Gospel Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Mar 4, 2020

With God's help and steady support of Christian friends, we live in real joy by continuing to spread God's love, share the Good News, serve the Lord with gladness even in the face of harsh criticism and opposition.

LIVING IN JOY SEES THE GOOD . . . SEIZES THE CHANCE . . . SHARES THE GOSPEL A farmer began to look at his farm through critical eyes. Everywhere he looked, he saw something wrong. So, he decided to sell his farm and move somewhere else. He contacted a realtor who came out ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-21

A Christmas Carol

Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 22, 2014

What hope is held out in the gospel? Colossians 1:23 (Title and material adapted from Ben Patterson's book, He Has Made Me Glad, chapter on a Christmas Carol)

HoHum: “But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people.” Luke 2:10, NIV. WBTU: Our problem is sin, not sins but sin. Individual sins are the symptoms of sin. Just a fever, headache and exhaustion are symptoms ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Cost And Consequences Of Secret Sin

Contributed by Evie Megginson on Jul 19, 2003

IN THIS PASSAGE ABOUT ACHAN SECRET SIN, WE SEE A PAINFUL DEFEAT, A PAINFUL DISCOVERY, AND WE SEE A PAINFUL DEATH.

THE COST AND CONSEQUENCES OF SECRET SIN JOSHUA 7:1-26 Joshua had one of those days. During the conquest of Jericho the people had been told that all the valuables of that city were to be devoted to the Lord; nothing was to be touched Just when things were going well, one of the brethren got ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

How Do You Face Trouble?

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 22, 2012

Is there any good news for those who suffer? In times when trouble strikes, we need to take an inventory to see if there is any good news that can cheer us up and help us to bear the burden of pain. Trouble and suffering are facts of life that all of us

Title: How do you face trouble? Text: Then Job arose, tore his robe, and shaved his head; and he fell to the ground and worshiped. And he said: “Naked I came from my mother’s womb, And naked shall I return there. The Lord gave, and the Lord has taken away; Blessed be the name of the ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:13-22

Denomination: Baptist

“contrasts To Come” Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on May 16, 2016

Jesus continues his walk toward Gethsemane and shares with the Disciples some of the contrasts which they would experience in the near future.

5 15 2016 “Contrasts to Come” John16:16-33 There are many ironies and contrasts in being a citizen of God’s Kingdom and a Follower of the Lord Jesus. Jesus covers some of those contrasts which the disciples would soon experience as He is walking on the way to the Garden of ...read more

Scripture: John 16:16-33

Denomination: Baptist

You & The Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day - Pt. 2 - Shake It Off! Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Feb 23, 2015

It has been one of those days! You have had one, right? Things just can't seem to get any worse and then . . . they do! It feels like every day is a Monday. So what do you do?

I. Introduction In the 60's the Mamas and Papas may have most accurately captured the sentiment of the concept of getting a "Case of the Mondays". Monday, Monday, can't trust that day Monday, Monday, sometimes it just turns out that way Oh, Monday morning, you gave me no warning of what was to ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Grace In The Middle Of Grief Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Mar 30, 2009

Both of our texts describe persecuted believers.Is persecution something that we should avoid or embrace? In a minute I will attempt to answer that question, but before I do let’s see what we can learn about persecution.

Revelation 7:1-17; 14:1-5 Purpose: To highlight God’s grace toward His faithful followers. Aim: I want the listener to rejoice in the advantages of persecution. INTRODUCTION: Last time, we finished looking at the first six seals (or chapters) from the sacred book that only the Lamb of God could ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

For The Hope And Joy Set Before Us

Contributed by David Cambridge on Feb 2, 2002

What is the hope and joy set before us? How does this affect us now?

For The Hope And Joy Set Before Us The Present Effects Of A Future Prospect Introduction A. As Christians, what is the one hope we have? There are actually several aspects of this hope: 1. Jesus’ second coming (John 14:1-3): a. He shall descend from heaven (1 Thessalonians 4:16a), ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fill Your Pastor's Joy To The Brim

Contributed by Dana Chau on Mar 19, 2002

Learn how to put joy in your pastor’s heart.

Introduction: This morning, we continue with Paul’s letter to the Philippians, chapter 2, verses 1-4. I hope for those who needed to see the big picture, you were satisfied last week to receive an overview of the entire letter. Someone has said, "Leaders are not grabbed; they are grown." ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4, Acts 2:17-27

Denomination: *other