Sermons on Rejoicing In Suffering:

"Heads Up!"

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Dec 2, 2012

"Heads Up!" 1) Advent warning 2) Advent rejoicing

“Heads up!” (Toss nerf ball to someone in the congregation.) It’s a good thing NAME took my warning seriously otherwise the ball would have bounced off his bean. Balls flying into crowds are not uncommon at baseball games. At the stadium I frequented as a boy in Japan, the ushers ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:25-36

Denomination: Lutheran

The Return To Church

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jun 13, 2020

It will be a great joy to go in Gods house.

The return of the Church Hosea 11:9 I will not execute the fierceness of mine anger, I will not return to destroy Ephraim: for I am God, and not man; the Holy One in the midst of thee: and I will not enter into the city. We will never be as we once were the Devil would like to ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 11:9

Denomination: Baptist

A Great Banquet PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

Highlight the boundless mercy of God, expressed through His invitation to all people to partake in His goodness, and the joy and responsibility of accepting and sharing this invitation.

Good morning, family! This morning, we're going to be diving into some exciting passages of Scripture together. We're going to be exploring Matthew 22:1-14; Isaiah 25:1-9; and Philippians 4:1-9. These verses beautifully depict the invitation God extends to us, the joy of accepting that invitation, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14, Isaiah 25:1-9, Philippians 4:1-9

Topics: Rejoicing, Peace

Outline Of Book: 1 Peter Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Apr 4, 2022

Peter encourages the scattered Christians in their persecution to fear God and love others. There are several appeals to the reader to remember your salvation.

Rejoice in Suffering for Christ Chapter 1 Remember you salvation in Christ Peter encourages his readers in their persecution to fear God and love others. There are several appeals to the reader to remember your salvation. Vs. 1-2 Peter addresses his readers and states his purpose is to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

What Christian Suffering Is--And Isn't

Contributed by Daryl Bahn on May 9, 2002

Christians can expect to suffer, but in Christ suffering is a time for joy, praise, humility, and faith.

WHAT CHRISTIAN SUFFERING IS—AND ISN’T 7th Sunday of Easter (1 Peter 4:12-17; 5:6-11) Introduction: “OK, Doc, give it to me straight.” When you go to the doctor, do you want him to only hint that something might be wrong, or do you want him to honestly and clearly discuss the details of your ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:6-11, 1 Peter 4:12-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Rejoice! Philippians 4:4-7

Contributed by David Smith on Jan 4, 2007

Father Dave’s sermon on what it means to rejoice in the Lord always.

"Rejoice in the Lord always: again I will say, Rejoice. Let your forbearance be known unto all men. The Lord is at hand. In nothing be anxious; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passes all ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Rejoice! (Philippians 4:4-7)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 15, 2007

At the time of writing this letter to the Philippians, we know full well that Paul was in prison, awaiting a trial that would determine whether he was to be executed. You...

I’ve chosen as my text this morning the Philippians passage - ‘Rejoice in the Lord always, and again I say ‘rejoice’!’ I do this partly to spare you from having to hear my John the Baptist sermon again. I only have the one. More significantly though, I’ve chosen this passage because I’m conscious ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Joy In Jesus Despite Suffering PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 23, 2024

This sermon encourages believers to find joy and strength in God amidst trials, knowing that personal suffering can advance the Gospel and draw us closer to Christ.

Good morning, dear friends. As we gather here today, we find ourselves in a world that often seems to be spinning out of control. We face trials and tribulations, heartaches and hardships, and sometimes, it feels like there’s no end in sight. But, my dear brothers and sisters, I want to remind you ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-18

Topics: Choosing Joy, Living A Life Worthy

Faith & Suffering; God's Gifts

Contributed by Stephen Fournier on Sep 19, 2003

sermon on suffering for Christ

FAITH & SUFFERING; GOD’S GIFTS PHILIPPIANS 1:29-30 01/19/95 When you think of Christian persecution & suffering what do you think of. Do you think of suffering for Christ is when someone called you a religious fanatic. Do think of suffering for Christ is getting up to go to church? Or perhaps ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:29-30

Denomination: Bible Church

Suffering For Jesus Pt 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Sep 8, 2009

This is the sixth in a series on Revelation dealing with the general teaching of Scripture on suffering.

The Revelation of Jesus Christ “Suffering for Jesus Pt 2” Review Several weeks ago we talked about the suffering church of Smyrna. Jesus encouraged them to not to fear the future suffering but to endure and be faithful to the end. Suffering, to one degree or another, has infiltrated the human ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:7-11

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Rejoice, Be Glad, Give Him Glory

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 19, 2013

To rejoice, be glad and give glory to GOD ALMIGHTY.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you give glory to GOD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To rejoice, be glad and give glory to GOD ALMIGHTY. IV. TEXT: Revelation 19:7 (New International Version) Let us rejoice and be glad and give him glory! For the wedding of the Lamb has come, and his ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Do's And Don'ts Of Suffering Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on Dec 15, 2001

Peter gives us instructions on how to deal with suffering.

The Do’s and Don’ts of Suffering Text: 1 Peter 4:12-19 Introduction In Basic Training, soldiers quickly become acquainted with two simple facts about suffering: 1. You will suffer 2. There is a right way and a wrong way to deal with suffering as a Basic Trainee. Ways that will only increase ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Experiencing Joy In The Midst Of Suffering Series

Contributed by Joe La Rue on Aug 7, 2008

An examination of how the Christian can experience joy, even in the midst of suffering, by suffering with the right focus.

Title: Experiencing Joy in the Midst of Suffering: Series: The Joy of the Christian Life (Sermon # 4) Text: Phil 1:14-26 Date Preached: Aug 10, 2008 COPYRIGHT © Joe La Rue, 2008 (All Rights Reserved) Introduction A. If there’s one thing that rings true about suffering, it is that ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:14-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Response To Suffering Pt 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Sep 12, 2018

Message 26 expands on the last message. It serves as an overview of Biblical teaching on suffering.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Faith’s Response to Suffering” Pt 2 REVIEW James issued some instructions to his readers regarding suffering and persecution. How would someone with strong trust in God respond to trials and suffering no matter the source? As we have observed throughout ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-13

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

How To Be Sorrowful Yet Always Rejoicing

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 17, 2003

Sorrow helps us gain a greater empathy for the hurts, pain and difficulties that others experience. People who empathize are more compassionate, kind and considerate of others problems and needs. When I learned the benefit of sorrow it made me more sen

How to Be Sorrowful Yet Always Rejoicing (2 Cor. 6:10) Paul the apostle wrote, We put not stumbling block in anyone’s path, so that our ministry will not be discredited. Rather, as servants of God we commend ourselves in every way, in great endurance, in troubles, hardships and distresses, in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:10-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational