Sermons on pray in times of suffering:

The Blessing Of Suffering Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 9, 2011

Don’t fear people. Fear Christ and follow Him from grief to glory. Look to Jesus alone to keep your conscience clear even in the midst of your pain. Then you will enjoy the benefit of pain.

Joanna Lerud of Steamboat Rock, Iowa, was standing up to leave a restaurant when she hit her head hard on a lamp hanging above the table. As she staggered away, she heard an older gentleman, who was sitting nearby, say, “It will feel better when it stops hurting.” (Joanna Lerud, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-22

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Suffering Servant

Contributed by Gregory Fisher on Jul 3, 2004

I preach weekly to a congregation that sometimes include Muslims and Hindus who are coming out of curiosity. This is a Christological sermon for sure.

The Suffering Servant Text: Isaiah 52:13-53:12 Isaiah 52:13-53:12 form for us a wonderful picture of the Lord Jesus Christ The Old Testament is full of “Types and Shadows” of what is to come in the New Testament. These “Types and Shadows” were meant to prepare us for the reality that would ...read more

Denomination: Foursquare

Fasting Before Feasting, Praying Before Swaying Series

Contributed by Ovidiu Radulescu on Jan 22, 2015

Esther is the story of a loving God who wakes up His people before it's too late. When many begin to sense the looming crisis of the end-time, they too will do the important heart work that prepares them for "what God wants to do for & through them".

ILL. Not very long ago there were two sheep who put on wolf's clothing and went among the wolves as spies, to see what was going on. And to help the flock be better prepared against these predators.They arrived on a holiday, when all the wolves were eating and drinking and dancing in the ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:16-17

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Pattern Of Suffering Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jun 11, 2007

Jesus drew the strength for that amazing response from His complete trust in His Father’s ultimate purpose to accomplish justice on His behalf, and against His hateful rejecters.

If you were not out this morning and you turned on your TV, you would probably see a bunch a shiny buildings, with a happy message of prosperity. Many of the most popular places today will tell you that God wants you to be happy, wealthy and healthy, and if you are not, then you fail. It’s the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:21-25

Denomination: Other

In Hard Times God Plots For Our Victory Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Vivek Gundimi on Apr 20, 2020

Hard times are real for everyone regardless of who we are or where we are. Difficult situations are not new to any generation.

In Hard Times, God plots for your Victory : Biblical response to COVID 19 Introduction: Hard times are real for everyone regardless of who we are or where we are. Difficult situations are not new to any generation. And hard times can come as a result of our own sin, natural catastrophe, economic ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:19, Acts 14:22

Denomination: Methodist

Thankful For The Good And The Bad Times

Contributed by James Bryant on Apr 30, 2001

Sometimes we should be most thankful in our sufferings for Christ.

THANKFUL FOR THE GOOD AND THE BAD TIMES Colossians 3:15 (15) And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful. It’s that time of year again when most people give thanks for those things they have or have obtained. Have you ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15

Denomination: Baptist

Firm In Suffering Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

As believers, we are called to stand firm in our faith despite suffering. We can find strength in our faith and the support of our fellow believers.

Hey guys! Today, we're into 1 Thessalonians. This letter was written by Paul to a group of Christians in Thessalonica who were having a really hard time because they were being picked on for their faith. You know, being a Christian wasn't easy back then. They had to deal with a lot of hate from ...read more

Topics: Endurance, Spiritual Strength, Hope Amidst Pain, Faithful Suffering

Consequences Of Suffering Series

Contributed by John Walls on Jun 28, 2004

Seeing further why Christians suffer

WHY DO CHRISTIANS SUFFER? Message #2 CONSEQUENCES OF SUFFERING James 5:10-11 Introduction: Many times we suffer. Suffering is universal. Some Christians think that they are immune to suffering simply because they are saved. God allows suffering in the child of God’s life. We looked at the causes ...read more

Scripture: James 5:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Suffering Christian

Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Oct 18, 2003

When we see the bigger picture – our suffering isn’t so bad

Intro: (Start w/ Blank) DID YOU KNOW Persecution statistics: * More than 43 million Christians have been killed for their faith since the crucifixion of Jesus. * It’s been estimated that more Christians have been martyred in the 20th Century than in all the prior 1,900 years combined. * There ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Suffering? Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Suffering has a purpose in our lives, as it expands our faith, sanctifies us, and makes us savory to the world around us.

Today, we're gonna talk about something we all face in life: suffering. Yeah, I know it's not the most fun topic, but stick with me, because I promise it's important. We all go through tough times, and sometimes it's hard to see why. But guess what? God has a plan for all of it, and He's using it ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:3-5

Topics: Pain Management, Emotional Resilience, Life Challenges, Personal Growth

Suffering In Hope

Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Oct 28, 2005

Life is filled with Suffering, but we as Christians know what lies ahead!

A pastor received a phone call late at night, it was a phone call from a member of his church who was a leader within the congregation as well as a good friend. His 16 year old daughter was coming home from her part time job when a drunk driver veered off into her lane hitting her head on and she ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:9-25

Denomination: Methodist

Suffering For The Gospel Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 11, 2014

Who wants to suffer? Not a fun topic. We conclude our Committed series with the encouragement to never give up our calling, even if it causes us to suffer.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • This is the last message in our “Committed” series. Following Jesus is always easy to do. Commitment to anything will have times of difficulty, times of trying to decide what take priority in life. • I saved this message as the last message ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:8-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Family Suffering Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 30, 2015

Let’s give some helps as we suffer together in a family (Material adapted from the Back to God Hour, February 1989, Volume 35, Number 2, and Carol Luebering at: http://www.freitagfuneralhome.com/publications/grieving-family.htm)

HoHum: A web site for funeral directors asked them, “What’s the craziest thing that’s ever happened at your funeral home?” Many responses but share one called Amazing Grace from Dylan S: “I had a woman preach the funeral of her own son. After calling him a litany of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hope In Suffering

Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Oct 28, 2014

A perspective on Matthew 25: 31-46. The good news continues when Jesus will remove all oppression in our life by removing the goat from our presence.

Matthew 25: 31-46 Hope in suffering Many editors of Bibles and commentaries subtitle our Gospel text as, ‘The judgement.’ They focus on judgement portrayed by the shepherd separating the sheep from the goats, the righteous from the self-righteous, and the good from the bad. Our Gospel ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Lutheran

Suffering For Jesus

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 27, 2020

What does it mean to suffer for Jesus?

Suffering for Jesus 1 Peter 4:1-6 Introduction- Turn to 1 Peter 4:1-6 Good morning- Last week I asked you if you realized that your attitude plays a big factor in what you receive during the service. I hope you thought about that a minute and determined that as you came into church this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-6

Denomination: Nazarene