Sermons on Joy In Persecution:

Because Of The Extraordinary Act Of God

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Jul 27, 2017

Every child of God enjoyed the extraordinary blessing from His Father. So, he could also accomplish at least three extraordinary things.

“Though you have not seen him, you love him; and even though you do not see him now, you believe in him and are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy, for you are receiving the end result of your faith, the salvation of your souls” (1 Peter 1:8-9, NIV). It is an ordinary thing for a man to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Be All That You Can Be

Contributed by Duane Johnson on Aug 20, 2008

We can have joy even in the midst of trials when we know and value what they are producing.

James 1:2-4 BE ALL THAT YOU CAN BE Do you recognize that slogan? If you are thinking of a TV commercial we are on the same wavelength. Who is it that uses that phrase in their advertising? The United States Army! I wonder how many of you want to be all that you can be? Perhaps as a mother or ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Encourage Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jul 19, 2021

We could use a daily dose of something else, too. We’ll call it a spiritual and emotional vitamin: the vitamin of encouragement.

Last week we began a series of messages concerning relational living and we discussed the impact of LOVE on any relationship. Today we take the next step to better our relationships by talking about ENCOURAGEMENT. What a great way to strengthen any relationship by offering encouragement. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:11, Acts 9:26-28, Acts 11:21-26, Hebrews 10:23-24

Denomination: Baptist

A Word Of Comfort For The People Of God Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Sep 14, 2019

A sermon examining the comfort that is available to those who are "in Christ".

A WORD OF COMFORT FOR THE PEOPLE OF GOD II Thessalonians 1:5-10 Do you realize that the Bible actually promises that those who follow Christ will endure suffering and persecution? Paul told Timothy that "all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution."(2 Timothy ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:5-10

Denomination: Baptist

Endurance - The Eighth Step To Happiness Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Mar 28, 2008

This sermon is about four steps to build endurance: 1. Recognize the SOURCE. 2. Refuse to RETALIATE. 3. Respond POSITIVELY. 4. Rest in Gods PROTECTION.

Endurance - The Eighth Step To Happiness We have been making our way through a section of scripture know as the beatitudes. The beatitudes are found in Matthew chapter five. Each of the beatitudes begins with the word Blessed. The word blessed in this section of scripture could also be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

1 Peter 2:3-5 Gods Provision And The Future For His. (Sermon Oct 2014)

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Oct 19, 2014

I love our country as much as anyone but, I’m afraid we are heading in the direction of Gods judgment upon us real quick. The majority of the people are looking to our government for protection and the most are putting their trust in it instead of God

1 Peter 2:3-5 Gods protection, help through persecution and the future for His own (Sermon) Oct 2014 Illus:A young boy went to a grocery store and asked the grocer for a box of Duz detergent. The grocer was puzzled and asked why he wanted a box of Duz. The boy said that he was going to wash his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

Rest Or Fire

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Mar 6, 2024

This life gives us a choice: Rest or Fire. When we trust in God we can look forward to rest. If we don't, it will be fire. The way I see it, there is really only one good choice!

Alba 3-3-2024 REST OR FIRE II Thessalonians 1:1-10 A father had three very active boys. One summer evening, they were playing cops and robbers in the back yard after dinner. One of the boys "shot" his father yelling, "Bang! You’re dead!" He slumped to the ground. And when ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-10, Hebrews 4:1-2, Matthew 13:49-50

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Benefit Of Endurance Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 11, 2018

2nd in sermon series on James dealing with the benefit of enduring trials.

“The Benefit of Endurance” Review Last week we began our journey through James. The letter was written to Jewish Christians who he warmly addressed as “brothers” multiple times. They had been scattered throughout the Roman empire and were suffering persecution both from their own kind and from the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Mighty Meek Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 11, 2021

Meekness is that attitude of God when He said, "Come now let us reason together." All through the Bible the appeal is to be meek and gentle, for this is the only reasonable way to face life.

A dejected coach entered a telephone booth after losing out in the high school basketball tournament. When he discovered he didn't have a dime he called a passing student: "Hey! Lend me a dime so I can call a friend." The student reached into his pocket and pulled out two dimes. He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5

Keeping Our Faith During The Hard Times

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Oct 26, 2022

We've probably all been through hard times at least once. It's difficult even to think of joy in those trying moments, yet James wrote that believers should consider trials joyous.

Hard times. We've probably all been through hard times at least once. It may be a financial loss that caused the hard times. It may be a job loss that caused the financial loss. It may be a relational loss - breaking up with someone we thought would be a lifelong friend. When these hard ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Pentecostal Power Moved God’s Church Forward

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jun 13, 2024

The persecution designed to stop the church, fueled its growth and development. The more they persecuted the Christians, the more the church grew. The fire of the Holy Spirit could not be put out.

Sermon – Pentecostal Power Moved God’s Church Forward Scripture Lessons: Acts 8:4-8 “Therefore they that were scattered abroad went everywhere preaching the word. Then Philip went down to the city of Samaria, and preached Christ unto them. And the people with one accord gave heed unto those things ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-8, Acts 8:12-13, Acts 8:18-21

Denomination: Methodist

2nd Thessalonians Chapter 1 (This Is A Detailed Study Verse By Verse Of Chapter 1. You Will Need To Analyze, Synthesize, And Then Summarize To Fit Your Need.) Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Sep 4, 2023

Paul, Timothy, and Silvanus encourage the Thessalonians to continue in their faith knowing that God will have vengeance on their persecutors.

2nd THESSALONIANS - Chapter 1 2nd Thess 1:1 “Paul, and Silvanus [Silas], and Timotheus, unto the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ:” (KJV) 1:1 Paul, Silvanus (Silas), and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Chain" Reactions Series

Contributed by Darryl Klassen on Oct 21, 2008

Paul’s perspective on the troubles he faced. God uses our problems to accomplish his purposes.

“CHAIN” REACTIONS What would your life be like if it were free of any kind of trouble? It’s difficult to imagine. With the global economy on the brink of collapse we are constantly reminded by the newscasts that we are in for a whole host of related troubles. The chain reaction of economic ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-18

Denomination: Mennonite

Take A Stand For Jesus Series

Contributed by Darryl Klassen on Nov 4, 2008

In a world that is hostile to the message of Jesus, do we dare to stand for him whatever the cost?

TAKE A STAND FOR JESUS Taking a stand on any issue requires conviction. You have to believe that what you are standing firm on is somehow the most righteous position you can think of. Without this conviction you will be swayed by persuasive argument to give up your position, or at least to see ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30, Philippians 1:28

Denomination: Mennonite

Rejoice Always Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 12, 2023

The Apostle Paul writes a letter to the Philippian while under house arrest chained to two Romans guards around the clock. He may also be executed for his faith in Jesus as the Christ. Yet, through it all, Paul is able to rejoice.

A. Philippians 4:4-8 (READ) 1. Today we begin a series of lessons corresponding with our Small Group Study entitled: “ANXIOUS FOR NOTHING” based on the book by Max Lucado, who based his book on this passage. 2. This is a timely SUBJECT, because ANXIETY has greatly increased over the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ