Sermons on National Tragedies:

It's Not Christian Politics

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Oct 27, 2024

We cannot let the rhetoric of racial division, prejudicial chaos, and religious rhetoric continue. We must give unto Ceasar the political system what is theirs and give to God what belongs to Him and that is our hearts, our souls, our minds.

It’s not Christian Politics By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. PRAYER OPENING: - Habakkuk 2:1 says, “I will stand upon my watch and set me upon the tower and will watch to see what he will say unto me and what I shall answer when I am reproved”. The spiritual duty of a true watchman is a noble, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:9-10, Psalm 101:7, Revelation 21:8

Denomination: Apostolic

The Last Half Of The Tribulation Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 16, 2025

An alliance of the four-nation groups.

Event 80 - Israel will be accused by the world leader as the cause of the world’s problems, thus justifying persecution of Jews. Event 81 - An alliance of four nation-groups will merge for a retaliation attack on Israel (not Armageddon yet). “Son of man, set your face against Gog, of the land of ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 38:18-19, Revelation 11:15

Denomination: Baptist

Instructions For Coping With Tragic Loss Series

Contributed by Doug Warren on Jan 15, 2001

When unexplainable tragedy/death strikes, God has definite instructions for His children.

Intro: This has been a sudden loss, one which has produced many questions in our minds. When an unexplainable tragedy strikes, God has some definite instructions for us. Let us consider them briefly: I. RECOGNIZE THAT THERE ARE THINGS WE CANNOT UNDERSTAND. 1. We could "wrestle"with ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

Funeral Sermon For One Who Committed Suicide

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 8, 2002

The tragedy of suicide, a permanent solution to a temporary problem, is that it is unnecessary--there are always other options.

Funeral meditation for one who committed suicide Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Ps 43:5, “Why are you downcast, O my soul? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise Him, my Savior and my God.” Suicide is the 9th leading ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 43:1-5

Denomination: Congregational

Is Suicide Unforgivable Series

Contributed by Aaron Jones on Mar 5, 2001

This sermon deals with the pain and tragedy of suicide, and how Christians can respond with meaningful ministry.

We approach a topic this morning that weighs on the hearts and minds of many people. In fact, of all the topics selected for this sermon series, this particular message is the one people have approached me about the most. The Huron area in recent years has known more than its share of suicide ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:37-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Good Grief

Contributed by T Batterson on Jun 13, 2005

When the tragedies of life overwhelm us, the word of God teaches us steps to cope.

GOOD GRIEF! By T. M. Batterson (Isaiah 60:20) “Thy sun shall no more go down; neither shall thy moon withdraw itself: for the LORD shall be thine everlasting light, and the days of thy mourning shall be ended.” I’ve seen people who have experienced grief that left their lives permanently ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In Search Of Jesus: It Begins

Contributed by Joe Harding on Mar 29, 2004

The tragedy of life is not that it ends so soon, but that we wait so long to begin it.

IN SEARCH OF JESUS: IT BEGINS MATTHEW 4: 12-17 SUNDAY PM MARCH 21, 2004 INTRODUCTION: The tragedy of life is not that it ends so soon, but that we wait so long to begin it. Richard L. Evans, Bits & Pieces, March 4, 1993, p. 2. In 1981, Kim Linehan held the world record in the Women’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Keep On Loving Each Other

Contributed by Jason Zahn on Sep 21, 2001

An outline demonstrating God’s love through Christian concern offered in times of tragedy.

Introduction Keep on Loving Each Other! – Hebrews 13:1-8 I. In the face of hardship because of the faith a. To provide help and hospitality to those in need (esp. brothers and sisters in the faith) – Abraham and lot entertained angels as a result - may we be so blessed. b. To suffer along with ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

The Necessity Of Spiritual Growth Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Feb 16, 2009

It is a tragedy both on the physical level and the spiritual level for one to fail to grow or neglect to grow.

The Growing Christian Series The Necessity of Spiritual Growth 2 Peter 3:18 Introduction It is a tragedy both on the physical level and the spiritual level for one to fail to grow or neglect to grow. When we were children, most of us had the fear that we would never grow up to adulthood. We could ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18

Denomination: Baptist

When Life Is Troubling

Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 5, 2015

Disasters and personal tragedies may be concern for doubt, but they may also be cause for trusting God.

Title: When Life is Troubling Text: Job 1:1 and 2:1-10 Thesis: Disasters and personal tragedies may be cause for doubt, but they may also be cause for trusting God.. The story of an innocent religious person who endures grievous suffering and emerges from that experience scathed, but with his ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Recipe For Renewal Right Here In River City

Contributed by Brent Zastrow on Jul 5, 2001

What better way to celebrate our nation’s birthday than by preparing for a renewal

RECIPIE FOR RENEWAL IN SAYBROOK I. REUNION II. REVIVAL III. REBIRTH I’m sure many of you have seen the musical either at the schools or on TV, the Music Man. So you remember that scene where the “professor”, pointing to the Pool Hall tells the citizens, you’ve got trouble right here in river ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Patriotism

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 8, 2003

Patriotism is more than flag-waving...it is preserving our nation’s values.

Patriotism -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts “This is what the Lord says: ‘Let not the wise boast of their wisdom, or the strong boast of their strength, or the rich boast of their riches, but let all who boast, boast about this: that they understand ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 9:23-24

Denomination: Congregational

Let Us Not Forget

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jun 28, 2009

Taking principles from the prodigal son and comparing them to our nation, we can see that our nation’s culture has been taken for granted.

Let Us Not Forget Luke 15:11-24 * The story of the “Prodigal Son” has reached legendary status. Almost every person (believer or unbeliever) can give a general storyline. Let’s see if we can simplify it. A man had two sons. The older one was a hard working boy who understood and accepted ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Baptist

Where Is God In Times Of Trouble?

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 25, 2001

After the recent tragedies, people want to know, "Where was God?" This message will take us through the Psalms for the answer

INTRODUCTION  It all started out as a normal Tuesday morning for many Americans. People got up and got ready for work just like ever-other normal Tuesday morning. There were people who were getting ready to take flights just like any other day. That morning, I woke up and went to the High ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 10:1-3, Psalm 46:1-3, Psalm 48:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Is Faithful! Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Nov 10, 2014

The miracle that is the Jewish nation.

The Israelites: the Jews as a nation are a miracle. Vs. 1 “I ask then: Did God reject his people? By no means!” (NIV) The Setting Aside of Israel: 1) Is only Partial not a Complete. Vs. 1-10 Three Proofs: Paul was the proof. Vs. 1b There was always a small remnant of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:1-36

Denomination: Baptist