Sermons on Purpose For Pain:

Sent With A Purpose Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

As followers of Christ, we are all sent with a purpose by Jesus to share the good news, serve others, and participate in God's mission, remembering that all things are possible with Him by our side.

Hey guys, I'm super pumped to chat with you today about something that's been on my mind. We're going to dive into a cool part of the Bible, from the book of Matthew, where Jesus gives us a pretty clear idea of what we're supposed to do now that we're Christians. You know, like, what's our purpose? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35, Matthew 10:1-8

Topics: Life Goals, Personal Growth, Meaningful Existence, Self-Fulfillment

Preserved For Purpose

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 14, 2025

Every child of God is not an accident but a divine project. You were not created to wander through life without direction; you were created with a purpose in mind.

PRESERVED FOR PURPOSE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 138:8 “The LORD will perfect that which concerneth me: thy mercy, O LORD, endureth for ever: forsake not the works of thine own hands.” (Psalm 138:8, KJV) Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 1:5, Psalm 121:7-8, Isaiah 46:10, Esther 4:14, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 138:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living On Purpose Series

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Sep 11, 2025

What if your life was designed for something more than comfort or survival? Discover how knowing God leads to knowing your purpose—and how to start living it today

Introduction Last week we asked the question: Are we drifting or are we driven? We saw from Ecclesiastes that drifting through life without God leaves us empty. But Jesus came to give life to the full. Today we’re going to take the next step and ask: What does it mean to live on purpose? Because ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10, Jeremiah 29:11

Church With Purpose PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 2, 2023

Encourages Christians to grow spiritually through purposeful prayer, proclaiming the Gospel, and active participation in fellowship.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It is with a heart brimming with joy that I stand before you today, ready to share God's word. We are gathered here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. God has a message for us today, a message that will stir our hearts and nourish our souls. Today, we ...read more

Topics: Church

The Purpose Of Change PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 10, 2024

This sermon explores God's purpose in every season of change, encouraging trust in His guidance and promises, and the growth that comes from embracing change.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to gather together with you today, as we seek to understand the wisdom and purpose that God has woven into the very fabric of our lives. We find ourselves in a world that often seems to be spinning out of control, where change is the only constant and ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1

Topics: Purpose, Change

Turning Your Pain Into Gain Series

Contributed by Bishop W. D. Scott Sr on Jul 19, 2013

Take the Jabez Challenge and see if God won't enlarge your territory.

Turning Your Pain Into Gain I Chronicles 4: 9-10 Billy Graham was in a revival some years ago. There was a man there, who had gone through many problems and difficulties. When the invitation to Christ was extended he accepted Christ as his savior. Soon his life began to change and he felt like ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

God Sees Your Pain

Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Aug 22, 2020

In times of hurt, injustice and loneliness, God sees you.

GOD SEES YOUR PAIN "7 Now the Angel of the Lord found her by a spring of water in the wilderness, by the spring on the way to Shur. 8 And He said, “Hagar, Sarai’s maid, where have you come from, and where are you going?” She said, “I am fleeing from the presence of my mistress Sarai.” 9 The ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:7-13, Matthew 10:29-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Pain? Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 25, 2017

Pain becomes our teacher when God wants to teach us something. Pain strengthens our faith in God.

A. VARIOUS KINDS OF PAIN 1. Acute pain comes on suddenly, localized, easily identified, severe, and can become chronic. 2. Chronic pain persists longer, not easily described, hard to identify. 3. Somatic or nociceptive pain, activation of pain receptors: i.e., cut, broken bones, tissue damage. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:7

Denomination: Baptist

Moving From Pain To Praise

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 8, 2025

Life is full of challenges, and sometimes, pain can feel overwhelming. However, as believers, we are called to move from pain to praise, trusting that God is working all things together for our good.

MOVING FROM PAIN TO PRAISE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 29:31-35 Supporting Texts: Psalm 30:5, Isaiah 61:3, Romans 8:28, Habakkuk 3:17-19 INTRODUCTION: Life is full of challenges, and sometimes, pain can feel overwhelming. However, as believers, we are called to move from pain ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:31-35, Psalm 30:5, Isaiah 61:3, Romans 8:28, Habakkuk 3:17-19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Turning Your Pain Into Gain

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Apr 10, 2001

The Prayer of Jabez gives us insight into how we don’t have to hang onto the past but press forward into the future.

Turning Your Pain into Gain Ballard Assembly Pastor Bob Briggs April 22, 2001 The top selling Christian book recently is “The Prayer of Jabez”. How many of you have read the book? It is written from the perspective of an obscure prayer found in 1 Chronicles 4. Everything written in ...read more

Scripture: James 4:2, 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Patriarchs The Joys And Pains Of The Journey Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Aug 23, 2016

The Patriarchs The Joys and Pains of the Journey Genesis 21:1-21 David Taylor June 26, 2016

The Patriarchs The Joys and Pains of the Journey Genesis 21:1-21 David Taylor June 26, 2016 The overarching story of Genesis is the promise of a Deliverer whose mission will be to bless the nations by rescuing them from their sinfulness. This comes into focus when God chose Abraham to be the one ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Problems Of Pain Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 7, 2025

God can use pain to bring us to Himself and perfect us.

A. THREE MYTHS ABOUT PAIN 1. God’s children are not supposed to suffer pain. 2. If I hurt, there must be something wrong with me. 3. If I hurt, there must be something wrong with God. B. WHY PAIN? 1. “If God were good, He would wish to make His creatures perfectly happy and if God were ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:10, Romans 8:18

Denomination: Baptist

Anticipating Advent: Unwasted Pain Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 28, 2009

When it feels like we’re in the Tribulation, we anticipate the coming of our Lord so we can grow through the pain, go on in confidence, and glow with the glory of Christ.

One day, a cowboy was driving down a dirt road with his dog riding in back of the pickup truck and his faithful horse in the trailer behind. He failed to negotiate a curve and had a terrible accident. Sometime later, a highway patrol officer came on the scene. As an animal lover, he saw the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Moving Beyond Life's Pain Series

Contributed by David Haun on May 23, 2004

Each of us has times when pain attacks us. It may be physical or emotional, but it crashes against us like an avalanche. This sermon suggests how to move beyond the pain that comes.

Moving Beyond Life’s Pain Dr. David L. Haun Hope Christian Church, May 23, 2004 Introduction All of us face times in our lives when we feel pain and hurt. We wish it never would happen. We wish we might move from birth to the grave free from all discomfort. However, that just doesn’t ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 6:1-3, Hebrews 5:7-9, Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Being A Christian Can Be Painful! Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 25, 2006

We should invest ourselves in the Lord, even while suffering.

Being A Christian Can Be Painful! (I Peter 4:12-19) 1. C. S. Lewis once remarked that “God whispers to us in our pleasures, speaks to us in our conscience, but shouts in our pain; it is His megaphone to rouse a deaf world.” Today’s sermon is about suffering, trials, and stressful experiences. 2. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible