Sermons on Past Hurts:

The Enemy Of The Past

Contributed by Jeremy Farmer on Sep 21, 2003

Overcoming the past and moving forward in Christ.

“The Enemy of the Past” Forgiveness is a trait that all young people need to possess. Sometimes things of the past literally haunt us and change who we are and how we act. Betrayal has become commonplace in today’s world. With Girls/Guys and relationships Broken Promises 1 Kings ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 8:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Handle Hurt?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 22, 2002

We must learn to forgive and overcome hurt.

HANDLE HURT? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr Kyfingers@aol.com Text: Matthew 24:10 And then many shall be offended, and shall betray one another, and shall hate one another. Matthew 18:22 Jesus saith unto them, I say not unto you, UNTIL SEVEN TIMES: BUT UNTIL SEVENTY TIMES SEVEN. Hebrews 12: 12 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:22, Matthew 24:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Willing To Hurt" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Apr 19, 2006

Sermon 3 in a study in the Sermon on the Mount

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. Years ago when I was writing daily devotions for the inmates at Rio Grande County Jail in Del Norte, Colorado, I did one called “Dove’s Wings” from Psalm 55:6-8. I’d like to use a portion of that by way of introduction today, although ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4

Denomination: Orthodox

Playing Hurt Series

Contributed by Dennis Wilder on Oct 24, 2002

God wants us to continue on with Him through faith, even when tragedy is all around.

Introduction: We believe that such only are real believers as endure unto the end; that their persevering attachment to Christ is the grand mark which distinguishes them from superficial professors; that a special providence watches over their welfare; and that they are kept by the power of God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:58, Daniel 3:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Witnessing To The Hurting Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 21, 2012

How do you do "church"? Is it about going to a building and singing songs, praying prayers and listening to a sermon... or is there something more to it than that?

OPEN: Years ago at summer camp I learned this little song. If you know it sing along with me: Peter and John went to pray. They met a lame man on the way. He held out his palm and asked for an alm, and this is what Peter did say: "Silver and gold have I none, but such as I have give I thee. In ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Past Failures

Contributed by John Eldridge on Feb 19, 2009

Stop letting past failures control your future victories.

Past Failures Micah 7:8 (KJV) Rejoice not against me, O mine enemy: when I fall, I shall arise; when I sit in darkness, the Lord shall be a light unto me. It is time to put your past failure and falls in their proper place… under your feet!!! Get over it: How? 1. Get a Word from ...read more

Scripture: Micah 7:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Hurt By The Church. Hurt By The Fellowship Of Believers

Contributed by Dove Inspirations on Oct 22, 2023

When you are wounded in the ministry, wounded by the brethren.

Hurt by the church. Hurt by the fellowship of believers Hebrews 10:23-25 Forsake not the fellowship of believers Churches and Christian religious institutions hurt people. This is a known fact. It happens everywhere and will most likely happen to you too at one point or the other. Not only ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:23-25

Haunted By Hurts Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 10, 2014

We no longer have to be haunted by hurts

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • If there is one common experience we all share in life it is being hurt. Being hurt seems to be a part of the human experience. • One of the reasons we experience hurts in our lives is the fact that God created us to be relational. WE are created in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Comforting The Hurt Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 8, 2023

God wants to comfort and bring peace to his hurting people and a hurting world through the work of the Messiah, Jesus.

Comforting The Hurt- Peace Jeffery Anselmi / General Comfort and Joy / Hurt; Peace; Comfort / Luke 2:14; Isaiah 40:1–5 God wants to comfort and bring peace to his hurting people and a hurting world through the work of the Messiah, Jesus. INTRODUCTION • Here we are, in the middle of the Christmas ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ouch! That Hurts!

Contributed by James May on Nov 12, 2003

This sermon deals with Paul’s thorn in the flesh. We all have our thorn in the flesh. How will we react to the pain?

OUCH! THAT HURTS! 2 Corinthians 12:7-10, "And lest I should be exalted above measure through the abundance of the revelations, there was given to me a thorn in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I should be exalted above measure. For this thing I besought the Lord thrice, that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10, 1 Corinthians 10:13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Forgetting The Past

Contributed by Kelly Hudnall on Dec 12, 2001

How to forget the good, the bad, and the ugly in our past.

FORGETTING THE PAST Philippians 3:12-21 Kelly Hudnall There is a very good reason why God instructs us through the words of the Apostle Paul, to be joyful always. And it’s not simply b/c God doesn’t like a sour puss! I remember when I was growing up, if I got upset or pouted over something ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Love Hurts Series

Contributed by Greg Lindsey on Mar 7, 2020

What Jesus Says that the Church Should and Should Not Be

So hey, good morning and welcome to DCC. We are really glad that you are here with us today especially if it is your first time. Regardless of how you got here you have landed in a safe place full of people just like you, all of your story is safe and welcome here regardless of how it reads and ...read more

The Miracle Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Mark Stevens on Jan 9, 2017

Bitterness and not forgiving will keep in a spiritual quagmire. Let go of the hurt of the past and walk in victory.

BITTERNESS and UNFORGIVNESS Mark 2:7-11 (Wey) "Why does this man use such words?" they said; "He is blaspheming. Who can pardon sins but One--that is, God?"... Jesus asked them, "Which is easier?--to say to this paralytic, 'Your sins are pardoned,' or to say, 'Rise, take up your mat, and walk?' ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:7-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Ouch, That Hurts!

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Sep 6, 2002

Nothing is more fagile than a bruised reed or a smoldering wick. Jesus can uncover our hidden pain and bring healing to our lives.

Imagine you are in the doctor’s office. The patient has had your patience tested because it’s now 4:10 and your appointment was scheduled for 3:00. You didn’t really want to be there for your general physical; you feel just fine, but you had no choice. Nevertheless you smile as the doctor ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:20-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Hope For The Hurting Series

Contributed by Larry Sarver on May 1, 2002

An Expository Message From Luke 13:10-17 On Why Hurting People Can Have Hope. Luke Series #64

Luke Series #64 April 28, 2002 Title: Hope For The Hurting Email: pastorsarver@yahoo.com Website: www.newlifeinchrist.info Introduction: Welcome to New life in Christ. On Sunday mornings we are currently going through the book of Luke verse-by-verse, as is our practice also for the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17, Luke 13:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational