Sermons on Redeeming Suffering:

Old Testament Clear Gospel Message

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Oct 21, 2018

Isaiah foretells with great accuracy the suffering and death of Jesus and why

Weekend Message/Devotion Isaiah 53:4-12 October 21, 2018 Old Testament Clear Gospel Message It just doesn’t get much clearer than this. The prophet Isaiah tells us the exact truth of the gospel message long before the physical arrival of Christ. How ever could that be? This is a divine ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:4-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Babies Await In Heaven

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Aug 11, 2019

Many have suffered the lost of a child. The Bible teaches they are in Heaven

Awaiting You In Heaven A Biblical Revelation - The Lost of a Baby David, the man after God's own heart (Acts 13:22) gives a truth worth grasping when we face the tragedy of the death of a baby. David writes, “For You created my inmost being; You knit me together in my mother's womb. I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Sentencing Of Snobs - James 5:1-6 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Apr 30, 2022

What God promises to do to those causing your suffering

James 5:1 Now listen, you rich people, weep and wail because of the misery that is coming upon you. 2 Your wealth has rotted, and moths have eaten your clothes. 3 Your gold and silver are corroded. Their corrosion will testify against you and eat your flesh like fire. You have hoarded wealth in the ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-6

Looking The Other Way Series

Contributed by Jay Tigner on May 7, 2016

We cannot look the other way when the innocent are suffering.

WHY IS LIFE SACRED? Today, in the wake of the anniversary of the landmark decision of Roe V. Wade, which legalized abortion in America, we join with millions upon millions of followers of Christ to observe Sanctity of Life Sunday which is a day set aside to stand up for our biblical convictions ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

No Second Chances Lesson 31 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 29, 2017

God forgives our sin but we must suffer the consequences.

A. THE SETTING 1. The Time: At the end of 40 years wandering in the wilderness. 2. The Place: Return to where Israel rebelled. “Camped in Kadesh” the entrance into the Promised Land. 3. The Calendar: “In early spring the people arrived” (Num. 21:1, NLT). ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 20:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Joy Of Gospel Partnership - Philippians 1:1-5 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 16, 2021

The solution to disunity caused by suffering is joy from gospel partnership

Philippians 1:1 Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus, To all the saints in Christ Jesus at Philippi, together with the overseers and deacons: 2 Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. 3 I thank my God every time I remember you. 4 In all my prayers for all of you, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-5

Only The High Priest Can Enter The Most Holy Place

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 11, 2014

To show that JESUS died for us using His own blood He redeemed us, now we live to bring Him the world.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you believe JESUS died for you? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that JESUS died for us using His own blood He redeemed us, now we live to bring Him the world. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 9:7 (Amplified Bible) 9:7 But into the second [division of the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Finding Ourselves In Narnia: The Edmund In Us.

Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Dec 12, 2005

This sermon looks at how the story of the Narnia character Edmund is the story of a sinner who comes to find the danger of sin and the victory of the redeemed.

Yesterday I took my girls to see the movie “Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe” and I have to tell you I was really impressed. I had told myself I was going to wait to see it till we took the kids from the church to see it, but I just couldn’t wait. I figured since I was preaching on ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

Undimmed By Human Tears

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jul 5, 2022

Let’s talk about the Lord's tears from Luke 19:41 (Material adapted from Walter A. Maier of sermon called "Tears Over America" at: https://www.newsforchristians.com/clser1/maier_001.html)

HoHum: July 4, tomorrow, we celebrate our nation’s independence. 246 years ago the Declaration of Independence was adopted where the founders of our country broke away from the rule of the British crown. We celebrate this day with fireworks, with parades, with backyard barbecues. It is a day of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:41-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Light Of Redemption

Contributed by Mark Bauer on Feb 5, 2014

Presentation of Our Lord - Anna meets Mary and Joseph and speaks about the redemption of Jerusalem. What does it mean to say that Jesus is our Redeemer?

Sin – it sneaks up on us and reminds us of our need for redemption! A baker in a little country town bought the butter he used from a nearby farmer. One day he suspected that the bricks of butter were not full pounds, and for several days he weighed them. He was right. They were less ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Lutheran

Psalm 107. Part 1 Series

Contributed by George Barton on Jan 19, 2006

A comparison of the suffering of godly and ungodly people. A new and distinctive translation of Psalm 107 as a psalm of general truth.

PSALM 107 PART 1 NEW FORMAT REVISED 10-27-2004 Do you have friends and relatives who have little time for Jesus Christ? Do you have friends and relatives, both men and women, who think that they are macho, and who think that Christianity is for sissies, and not for macho men and women such as ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:1-43

Denomination: Baptist

The Secret Of Happiness

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 22, 2013

Some suffering in life is hard to explain, but much of it is self-inflicted. Could your misery be due to poor choices? Due to apathy or indifference? Could our suffering be due to sin?

August 25, 2006 The Secret of Happiness Scripture: Psalm 32, especially verse 1: Blessed is he whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered. Introduction: Some suffering in life is hard to explain, but much of it is self-inflicted. Could your misery be due to poor choices? Due ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

A Better Eightfold Path, Part 1 Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 9, 2014

Life is tough. There really is no secret pathway to avoid suffering. But we don’t have to avoid suffering, because God has promised to give us the strength to endure.

INTRODUCTION If you’re familiar with world religions, you’ve probably heard of the eightfold path of Buddhism. The two most famous Buddhists in the world are the Dali Lama and Tiger Woods. A couple of years ago, Tiger was guilty of some bad conduct that cost him his marriage and some ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-22

Denomination: Baptist

Questioning God: Between Pain & Purpose PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore the intersection of faith and suffering, emphasizing that even in times of pain and doubt, we can trust in God's wisdom, find comfort in His presence, and discover purpose in our suffering.

Good morning church family. Today, we're diving into some deep waters together. We're going to tackle the tough issues of pain, doubt, and suffering in our lives and how they intersect with our faith in God. It can be hard to understand how a loving God can allow us to go through such tough times. ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:17-19, Psalm 34:18-19

Topics: Upset With God, God's Judgement

Why Did God Allow This? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore the concept of suffering from the perspective of Psalm 73, emphasizing God's sovereignty, the benefits that can come from suffering, and how we can find peace amidst it all.

Good morning, family! Welcome this beautiful Sunday, as we come together to delve into God's word. Today, we're going to explore a topic that we all may have grappled with at some point - suffering. More specifically, we're going to look at it from the perspective of Psalm 73, focusing on God's ...read more

Topics: Bad Things, Christians