Sermons on Redeeming Suffering:

Go! And Rejoice Always - Philippians 4:4 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 13, 2025

In Christ, joy is not optional—it’s essential. It’s a witness to the world that our God is greater than our circumstances.

Go! And Rejoice Always Philippians 4:4 (NLT) – “Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again—rejoice!” Introduction: A Command That Seems Impossible If I were to stand before you today and say, “Be joyful—always,” some of you might smile politely, while others might think, “Dean, that’s ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4, Habakkuk 3:17-18, John 15:9-11, Nehemiah 8:10, Romans 5:1-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Finished Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Mar 27, 2015

What was finished: 1. The MALICE of his enemies. 2. The SUFFERING of Christ. 3. All the Old Testament PROPHECIES. 4. The CEREMONIAL LAW . 5. His EARTHLY LIFE. 6. The work of REDEMPTION. 7. The price of SIN was paid in full.

Finished Our text for today is found in the gospel of John chapter nineteen - verse thirty. Please follow along with me as I read: Therefore when Jesus had received the sour wine, He said, "It is finished!" And He bowed His head and gave up His spirit. John 19:30 (NASB) We have spent the ...read more

Scripture: John 19:30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It Is Well With My Soul Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 8, 2020

Among all the conquering heroes of Hebrews 11, God introduces us to those who suffered, struggled and died for their faith. Why would God tell us the stories of those who didn't "succeed"?

OPEN: I love a good action movie - the kind they used to make. Movies where good overcomes evil; the boy gets the girl; righteousness triumphs and the hero rides off into the sunset. Those are “feel good” movies because everything works out the way it should. One website talked about the movies ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-4, Hebrews 11:35-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Learning From Lament Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 14, 2020

In addition to the benefits we experience as we pray lament prayers, there are also important things that we can learn through our suffering and times of lament. Using the book of Lamentations, we learn at least two important lessons.

A. One Sunday, a minister decided that a visual demonstration would add emphasis to his sermon, so as he stood before the congregation, he placed four worms into four separate jars. 1. He explained he was putting the first worm into a jar with alcohol, the second worm into a jar filled with ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:21-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Trusting God On Life's Journey Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 6, 2022

In this final sermon in the Ruth series, God's favor finally breaks through for Naomi and Ruth. Boaz redeems Ruth and becomes her husband and God blesses them with a son. Through that son, God not only blessed them, but blessed Israel and all humanity. Lesson: trust God on Life's Journey.

A. Have you ever heard of the saying: “You can’t get there from here?” 1. Apparently the saying began in Maine and was used in response to a person asking for directions to a distant location that cannot be accessed without extensive, complicated directions. 2. I guess it has something to do with ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Christians Let Christ's Spirit Living In Them Sanctify The World, Indeed R

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Apr 26, 2002

April 28, 2002 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER 1 Peter 2:2-10 Color: White 1 Peter 2:2-10 Title: “Christians let Christ’s Spirit living in them sanctify the world, indeed redeem the world, by their own self-sacrifice.”

April 28, 2002 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER 1 Peter 2:2-10 Color: White 1 Peter 2:2-10 Title: “Christians let Christ’s Spirit living in them sanctify the world, indeed redeem the world, by their own self-sacrifice.” Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:2-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Do You Have Time For Jesus?

Contributed by Stephen Becker on Oct 13, 2007

God claims us as His own, sending us forth to proclaim His Good News. Yet, at the same time, God wants quiet time with us...time spent in prayer with our Maker and Redeemer...time allowing the Holy Spirit to guide our lives in sanctification.

DO YOU HAVE TIME FOR JESUS? Galatians 1:11-24 June 10, 2007, 2nd Sunday After Pentecost Stephen H. Becker, M.Div. St. Peter’s Lutheran Church—Elk Grove So do you have a busy life? A chaotic life? Does it seem like you are running around every day between jobs and kids and activities? I know ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:11-24

Denomination: Lutheran

Gen. 3:1-11 Where Art Thou?

Contributed by William D. Brown on Feb 13, 2013

Today our thought is to do with "where are we" in our relationship with God. God, because He is God knew that our 1st parents would sin, and so He had already made a way that fallen man could be redeemed ever before there was man or sin.

Gen. 3:1-11 WHERE ART THOU? 2-16-13 Today our thought is to do with "where are we" in our relationship with God. In our text today we'll see that Satan used the serpent as his means and way to communicate with Eve. Adam and Eve were at the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Even Sinners Do That

Contributed by Wiley Hughes on Jul 8, 2022

We are all sinners and Christians are just sinners saved by God’s wonderful grace. As redeemed people we should try to live better and love better, not just live and love naturally because even sinners do that. Christians should live and love supernaturally.

Luke 6: 27-36 27 “But I say to you who listen: Love your enemies, do what is good to those who hate you, 28 bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you. 29 If anyone hits you on the cheek, offer the other also. And if anyone takes away your coat, don’t hold back your shirt ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wind The Clock Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Feb 15, 2025

As we reflect on the gift of time, today's message challenges us to "wind the clock" by aligning our hearts with God's eternal purpose—living each moment with faith, perseverance, and an awareness that our time is best redeemed in obedience to Him.

Wind the Clock Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/sermons/ Time is a gift that each of us experiences differently. The historian David McCullough once observed, “The digital watch is a perfect symbol of an imbalance in outlook in our day.” His words capture the tension we often ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 14:7, Joshua 14:11, Proverbs 16:31, 2 Corinthians 4:16

Denomination: Baptist

God's Guarantee For Me Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 14, 2021

Have you ever thought about what the Lord has invested in you? Jesus has bought me with the precious blood of the Lord Jesus Christ, and He has too much invested in me not to take care of me.

Today is Super Bowl Sunday. Who are you pulling for this evening in the Super Bowl? Tampa Bay? The Chiefs? Or you don’t care ?? I’ll be making some excellent points in today’s message, you might even call them touchdowns but nobody needs to think about dumping me with Gatorade after church later. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Process Of Regeneration (Lesson 3) Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on May 19, 2025

This final lesson in this series will outline the process of regeneration, which is the heavenly birth described by Jesus to Nicodemus.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 3. The process of regeneration Introductory Remarks. 1. This is the third sermon discussing the “exception of Jesus” in being born “anew.” This lesson will address the process of being “born again.” It is often referred to as the “new birth.” In some sense, it is that, but it ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-7, 1 Peter 1:22-23, Titus 3:5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What God Cannot Do, Does Not Exist

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 18, 2025

The statement “What God cannot do, does not exist” is a profound declaration of God’s omnipotence and His ability to do anything and everything according to His will

WHAT GOD CANNOT DO, DOES NOT EXIST By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Jeremiah 32:27 Supporting Texts: Luke 1:37, Genesis 18:14, Matthew 19:26, Job 42:2 INTRODUCTION: The statement “What God cannot do, does not exist” is a profound declaration of God’s omnipotence and His ability to do anything ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 32:27, Luke 1:37, Genesis 18:14, Matthew 19:26, Job 42:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Go! And Reflect His Radiance (Sapphires) - Exodus 24:10 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 6, 2025

The Bible uses sapphire imagery to help us grasp something of the purity, holiness, and majesty of God’s presence.

Go! And Reflect His Radiance (Sapphires) - Exodus 24:10 Exodus 24:10 (NLT): “There they saw the God of Israel. Under his feet there seemed to be a surface of brilliant blue lapis lazuli, as clear as the sky itself.” Introduction: Seeing the Glory Beneath His Feet Imagine for a moment standing on ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 24:10, Ezekiel 1:26, Psalm 119:89, Numbers 23:19, Isaiah 54:11-12, Revelation 21:19, Revelation 4:2-3, Hebrews 1:3, Romans 10:9, 1 Peter 2:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Nothing But Christ

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 8, 2022

Paul would know no one but Jesus! There's no one greater to know, no one loves us as much, only He can save us, He's the only way to heaven, and He's God's only choice to redeem the world. Who is this Jesus to YOU?

NOTHING BUT CHRIST 1 Cor. 2:1-2 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. An avid golfer told his wife he might have give up golfing. “Why?” she said. “Because I can’t see where the ball lands, and so, I can’t find my golf balls.” “Well, why don’t you take Uncle George with you; he’s got good eyesight.” “Are you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God