Sermons on Response To Trouble:

Displeasing Jesus Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 26, 2015

There are many ways people to displease our Lord, but even His most sincere followers can trouble Him in unique ways.

Displeasing Jesus (Mark 10:13-16) Blog stories: “Today, I went to my new job at a pre-school. I was really excited because everything was going so well, and a little boy even said he was drawing a picture of me. He even gave it to me when he was finished. Well it was me, but I was also on ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:13-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Christians Should Not Open Demonic Doors

Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Jun 23, 2021

There are many ways to get into trouble with the demonic these days. Today, I want to focus on the Four demonic things that will lead you astray.

Christians should NOT Open Demonic Doors There are many ways to get into trouble with the demonic these days. Today, I want to focus on the Four demonic things that will lead you astray. 1 Timothy 4:1 (KJV) Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1, 1 John 4:1, Genesis 4:10, Hebrews 12:24, 2 Corinthians 8:9, Deuteronomy 18:10-13, Psalm 27:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

In God We Trust Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 8, 2018

Faith in God is not immunity from troubles. God builds our trust in Him through the trials of life, not apart from them.

We read of the fall of the Northern Kingdom ISRAEL last week. • When the North falls, King Hezekiah was reigning in the South. We are going to read in the next 3 chapters. Let’s read 2 Kings 18:1-8. King Hezekiah is one of the two good kings in the history of Judah (S). • The other is King ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 18:1-37

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Giving Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Oct 15, 2005

Giving is a gift. A troubled church at Corinth heard a word on it at the end of their first letter. Giving brings healing, because it brings us closer to God.

Can you believe it? We come now to the end of this letter to the Corinthians. You know, we’ve been reading someone else’s mail here… There are a lot of personal problems in this church that this letter talks about. I’m not sure, if I were a member of the Corinthian church, how I would feel ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When A Friend Falls

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Sep 9, 2010

This sermon examines Christian responsibility when dealing with a fellow believer who has fallen into sin.

WHEN A FRIEND FALLS GALATIANS 5:26-6:6 INTRODUCTION Perhaps there is not a more beautiful story told than that of the Good Samaritan. Here is the story of a man who falls upon bad times. He is robbed, beaten and left for dead. He lies beside the road, unable to help himself. He is totally ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Good Is Enemy Of The Best

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 25, 2014

Choosing what is best is often counter-intuitive. Christians are responsible to choose what is best.

“Now as they went on their way, Jesus entered a certain village where a woman named Martha welcomed him as a guest. She had a sister named Mary, who sat at the Lord’s feet and listened to what he said. But Martha was distracted with all the preparations she had to make, so she came up ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

Study 2 - How Could All The Fullness Of God Dwell In Jesus? Series

Contributed by Eric Sellgren on Feb 4, 2002

Study 2 of a Major Series on Christian belief as a response to the Jehovah`s Witnesses.

September the 11th saw tremendous acts of self-sacrifice. What happened then was costly. That is what real love is like. It is willing to deprive itself. It is willing to give, even unto death in the cause of humanity. And yet the love that we saw that day, from priest and fire-service, police, and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Let Your Light Shine

Contributed by Tommy Davis on Jun 4, 2001

This sermon explores our responsibility to the world as little lights shining for Jesus Christ.

Let Your Light Shine Text: Matthew 5:14-16 14 Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid. 15 Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house. 16 Let your light so shine before men, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

An Elder Is A Man

Contributed by John Dobbs on Dec 5, 2000

Elders are not models of perfection, yet the church does have a responsibility towards them.

Morning Message Central Church of Christ December 3, 2000 John Dobbs AN ELDER IS A MAN Introduction: There is no doubt that to be an elder is to be in a position of great influence, great responsibility, with great demands. It isn’t just any man who is willing to serve in this way. It isn’t ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:7, 1 Timothy 3:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Word Produces Godliness

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

III. THE PROPER RESPONSE TO GOD'S WORD PRODUCES GODLINESS THAT PROVOKES PERSECUTION A.

III. THE PROPER RESPONSE TO GOD'S WORD PRODUCES GODLINESS THAT PROVOKES PERSECUTION A. The Proper Response to God's Word Will Produce Godliness 1. For Two Reasons: a. Because of the Integration of Faith b. Because of the Power of God's Word -- the message comes from God with energizing power to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:13-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Focus On The Finish Line -- Wait Vs Worry Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

2 CONTRASTING RESPONSES TO THE PROSPERITY OF THE WICKED: PEACEFULLY PERSEVERE VS. FRANTICALLY FRET

BIG IDEA: 2 CONTRASTING RESPONSES TO THE PROSPERITY OF THE WICKED: PEACEFULLY PERSEVERE VS. FRANTICALLY FRET Or put more simply: WAIT VS. WORRY INTRODUCTION: The middle of a race is no time to stop running and evaluate where you stand! THE APPARENT PROSPERITY OF THE WICKED SHOULD NEVER DISTRACT ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:1-40

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Baptism And Grace

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Baptism is connected to faith, not faith to baptism; baptism is a faith response to the gospel.

Thesis: Baptism is connected to faith, not faith to baptism; baptism is a faith response to the gospel. Intro.: 1. On Sunday nights this Fall we've been asking the controversial question, "WHO IS A CHRISTIAN?" < review ... > a. Many in Churches of Christ believe they are the only ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

The Problems Of Faith

Contributed by Robert Kerr on Feb 13, 2001

Habbukkuk is disturbed over God’s lack of response to the injustices of his day.

THE PROBLEMS OF FAITH TEXT: HABAKKUK I/ HE THOUGHT GOD WAS DOING NOTHING ABOUT EVIL Hab 1:1 The burden which Habakkuk the prophet did see. Hab 1:2 O LORD, how long shall I cry, and thou wilt not hear! even cry out unto thee of violence, and thou wilt not save! Hab 1:3 Why ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Second Chances Series

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on May 31, 2002

Jesus gives us a second chance, but this forgiveness that is free of cost is not free of responsibility.

Second Chances by Maynard Pittendreigh John 8:1-18 1 But Jesus went to the Mount of Olives. 2 At dawn he appeared again in the temple courts, where all the people gathered around him, and he sat down to teach them. 3 The teachers of the law and the Pharisees brought in a woman caught in adultery. ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Will You Do With Jesus? Trust In Him! Series

Contributed by Jim Black on Jan 31, 2004

Hearing the good news of Jesus demands a response.. will it be to put your trust in Him?

What will you do with Jesus? Trust in Him John 6:25-29 Focus: Hearing the good news of Jesus demands a response…will it be to trust in him? Function: To call hearers to make a decision to put their faith in Jesus. Let me tell you about a couple of people I know … Samantha—When the couple from ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-29, Mark 9:17-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ