Sermons on Pauls Pain:

Painful But Profitable Series

Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 11, 2023

Message 1 in a series through James that helps us explore the relationship between faith and works in our lives. James was the half-brother of Jesus and the leader of the church in Jerusalem.

Today, we’re starting a new series through the New Testament book of James called Faith & Works. I truly believe that you won’t find a more practical book in the entire Bible than James. Some of you may remember the For Dummies series of books that became popular 20-30 years ago and are still ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Painful Account.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 11, 2021

The substitutionary character of the sacrifice of Jesus.

A PAINFUL ACCOUNT. Isaiah 53:4-12. The repulsion evoked by the Cross of Jesus is countered by the recognition of the substitutionary character of His sacrifice (Isaiah 53:4). We may have seen Jesus as One “stricken” by God – but the toll which He was paying was not His own. No, indeed, it was ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:4-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Joy And Pain

Contributed by Joe Dan Vendelin on Feb 14, 2024

How are your current trials (pain) preparing you for not only what you need today (or tomorrow), but what others may need today (or tomorrow) as well? This is a quick devotional that will encourage believers to "reframe" their pain.

Joy and Pain What do the words joy and pain mean to us as believers? How is it that these words go together? James 1 is a place to start in considering these questions. “Dear brothers and sisters, when troubles of any kind come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. For you know ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-3, Galatians 6:2, Romans 8:28

Pain In The Wilderness Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Our pain in the wilderness is not wasted; God can use it for His glory and to bless others.

Let's talk about something we all know a bit about - pain. Not just the "I stubbed my toe" kind of pain, but the deep, heart-wrenching stuff. The kind of pain that comes when life doesn't go as planned. You know, Joseph from the Bible knew a thing or two about pain. His brothers were so jealous of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:12-27, Genesis 50:15-20

Topics: Wilderness Survival, Pain Management, Overcoming Adversity, Outdoor Safety

Pain Perspective - Pt. 2 - Pain Plots Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Mar 13, 2014

It interrupts comfort. It turns heaven into hell. Pain . . . it can cloud our vision or clear our vision. We must gain pain perspective.

Pain Perspective Pt. 2 - Pain Plots You will remember that there are only three things that are certain in life . . . death, taxes, and then we added pain to the list because we are in Genesis 3:19 that because of our own fallenness we will be: “be working in pain all your life ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Pushing Through The Pain Of Relationships Series

Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 11, 2023

Message 2 in an expositional series through Paul's "second" letter to the church in the ancient Greek city of Corinth where he defends his apostleship and corrects serious doctrinal errors within this young church.

I want to start off this morning by directing your minds to an encouraging place. I want you to think about the worst smell you have ever smelled. That’s an exciting thought, isn’t it? For me, I don’t even have to think about it. Growing up, I was a dockhand at a marina on Lake Michigan and we had ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pain Perspective - Pt. 1 - Pain Perversion Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Feb 24, 2014

It interrupts comfort. It turns heaven into hell. Pain . . . it can cloud our vision or clear our vision. We must gain pain perspective.

Pain Perspective Pt. 1- Pain Perversion It has been said that there are only 2 things that are certain in life . . . death and taxes. However, I would add a third certain to that list. We know this is certain because it is a direct result of the choices and ramifications to those choices that Adam ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Insults & Pain Season

Contributed by Bala Samson on May 12, 2023

I am pleased and happy with weaknesses, insults, persecutions….said Apostle Paul, who would want to say such crazy stuff; however, if only we knew the ramifications of the insults and persecutions then I guess our prayer model would change.

Insults & pain season 2 Corinthians 12:10”Therefore I am well content with weaknesses, with insults, with distresses, with persecutions, with difficulties, for Christ's sake; for when I am weak, then I am strong.” I am pleased and happy with weaknesses, insults, persecutions….said Apostle ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Paul’s Confidence In The Corinthians Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 17, 2018

Paul celebrates God's triumph , the triumph he won through Christ. The changed atmosphere in the church at Corinth is a victory for God because it is a victory of the Spirit of Christ. In the Christian life there are no victories that are not God's.

April 13, 2014 Tom Lowe The Second Epistle of Paul to the Corinthians Lesson II.A.3: Paul’s confidence in the Corinthians. (2:12-17) 2nd Corinthians 2:12-17 (NKJV) 12 Furthermore, when I came to Troas to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Finding Joy In The Prison Cell Of Pain PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 17, 2023

This sermon explores finding unwavering joy in all circumstances, inspired by Apostle Paul's joyful spirit despite adversity. Key

Welcome, dear friends. We gather here today, united in faith, bound by love, and driven by the desire to understand God's word. We are all here, in this moment, under the same roof, sharing the same hope. In this sermon, we are going to look at a passage from Philippians. A passage that speaks of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Topics: Joy

Don't Be A Pain! Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Apr 20, 2002

We need God’s help in defeating sin’s results.

DON’T BE A PAIN! I Chronicles 4:10 S: Evil, temptation and sin Th: Prayer: A Passion for His Presence Pr: WE NEED GOD’S HELP IN DEFEATING SIN’S RESULTS. ?: How? KW: Admonitions TS: In our final study of the prayer of Jabez, we will find five admonitions to follow that will help us defeat sin’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:10

Denomination: Baptist

"Pauls Heart, Paul's Prayer"

Contributed by Mark Hensley on Aug 16, 2002

Look inside the great heart of the Apostle Paul!

West Greeley Baptist Church August 18 2002 Philippians 1: 7-11 “Paul’s heart, Paul’s Prayer” Pastor Mark Hensley “7It is right for me to feel this way about all of you, since I have you in my heart; for whether I am in chains or defending and confirming the gospel, all of you share in God’s grace ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Paul’s Preaching About The Series

Contributed by John Wright on Feb 6, 2010

God is as the "One True God" creating the "one human race" offering the "one way of salvation" and warning of the "one final judgment".

INTRODUCTION 1. Please open your bibles to Acts 17:16&ff. (1) The verses ahead of verse sixteen report about the travels of Paul’s second missionary journey. They tell us that due to the persecution from the Jews at Thessalonica, Paul had left from Thessalonica and went to Berea. (2) While he ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Paul’s Personal Greeting Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 10, 2018

Paul calls himself a bondservant of Jesus Christ. Such a sense of devotion springs from an awareness of the great love Christ has demonstrated by His death. Paul was not just a servant to the Lord but a slave as well and answerable only to Him.

(1) Paul’s Personal Greeting Romans 1:1-7 1 Paul, a bondservant of Jesus Christ, called to be an apostle, separated to the gospel of God Paul calls himself a bondservant (the Greek word is doulos, meaning bondslave) of Jesus Christ. Such a sense of utter devotion springs from an awareness ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Paul’s Testimony In Jerusalem Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Sep 9, 2024

As Paul gives his testimony in Jerusalem, we can be sure of this: What we choose to do is very telling about who we serve … and about who we love!. We are not called to sit in a chair and hope for the best – but to GO!

To the Ends of the Earth, Part 34 Paul’s Testimony in Jerusalem Acts 22:1-23 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the Ends of the Earth” -- Last week: Customs & rituals must never replace Christ in the church -- FACT: There will always be those who want ...read more

Scripture: Acts 22:1-23, Acts 9:3-6, John 15:16, Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational