Sermons on Result Of Praise:

How Could A Good God Allow Suffering (2025)

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 10, 2025

The presence of pain and suffering in the world do not take away from God's goodness or power. God's answer to suffering is the cross and the resurrection.

Introduction: A. There is a movie scene in which a young brother and sister experienced the death of a beloved kitten. 1. The children had prayed fervently that the cat would get well, but unfortunately, it had died. 2. The children couldn’t understand why this had happened, so they decided that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5, Hebrews 12:5-6, 1 Peter 1:6-7, James 1:2-4, 2 Corinthians 12:9-10, Job 1:20, Job 2:9-10, Hebrews 4:14-16, Romans 8:28, 2 Corinthians 4:16-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Past, Present And Future Of Justification Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on May 15, 2020

Because of what Jesus did for us on the cross, it’s as if I never sinned!

The Past, Present and Future of Justification Text: Rom. 5:1-11 Introduction 1. This morning we are going to talk about…THEOLOGY! “Now wait a minute Pastor Mark, we don’t want to talk about theology, we just want to talk about Jesus!” Well, you can’t talk about Christian theology and not talk ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

What To Do When You Don't Get It Series

Contributed by Michael Karpf on Sep 27, 2008

When we see our trials as God sees them we can rejoice and grow because that is what God wants for us

WHAT DO DO WHEN YOU DON’T GET IT James 1:1-8 I know you will find this hard to believe, but we are finished with John’s gospel. Today we will start Jim’s epistle. And Jim isn’t even here today. Let’s remember to pray for him as he often has to travel. Do you ever wonder why some Christians seem ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical Free

When Bad Things Happen?

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 31, 2018

The Body of Christ needs to learn how to administer “Good Grief” in loss, in crisis and in trauma situations of life.

Video from BluefishTv: “Faith Tested” When Bad Things Happen? Is God really in control? Opening thought: My sermon today is in response to a questions that was asked me a while back. Thesis: The Body of Christ needs to learn how to administer “Good Grief” in loss, in crisis and in trauma ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-5, 1 Peter 1:6-7, 1 Peter 4:12-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Bad Things Happen? Is God Really In Control? Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 13, 2020

The Body of Christ needs to learn how to administer “Good Grief” in loss, in crisis and in trauma situations of life. We need to build our lives on the right foundation so that when crisis and trials come we stand strong in Him and not fall.

Video from BluefishTv: “Faith Tested” When Bad Things Happen? Is God really in control? Opening thought: My sermon today is in response to a questions that was asked me a while back. Thesis: The Body of Christ needs to learn how to administer “Good Grief” in loss, in crisis and in trauma ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-5, 1 Peter 1:6-7, 1 Peter 4:12-13, Acts 7:54-60

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christ Our Healer Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 3, 2018

Message 9 from John covering the healing power of Jesus.

Chico Alliance Church “Christ Our Healer” REVIEW We continue our historical journey with John to learn as much as we can about the Jesus who walked this earth nearly 2000 years ago. Many claim to want to be like Jesus or follow Jesus but know very little about him. Introduction to every theme of ...read more

Scripture: John 4:46-54, Luke 4:25-27

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

In Training Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Nov 20, 2015

A study of the book of Hebrews chapter 12 verses 1 through 13

Hebrews 12: 1 – 13 In Training 1 Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-13

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

O, To Be A Swallow Psalm 84 – A Psalm Of The Sons Of Korah Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Apr 7, 2022

This beautiful Psalm written by one of the Sons of Korah and set to music, is a fervent desire to be with the Lord and in His presence. His whole being longs for the Lord, to be in His courts. It is a really edifying Psalm.

O, TO BE A SWALLOW Psalm 84 – A Psalm of the Sons of Korah My Soul Longs for the Courts of the LORD - To the choirmaster: according to The Gittith. (Probably a musical or liturgical term) A Psalm of the Sons of Korah. PSALM 84 VERSE 1: “How lovely is your dwelling place, O LORD of hosts! Verse ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:20, 1 John 4:13, John 15:4, Matthew 10:31, Isaiah 40:31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Peter A Fisherman's Tale Pt 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 4, 2025

Peter reveals through his rollercoaster life of mountain top experiences with Jesus to the valleys of denial and rebuke from the Lord that there is hope beyond our failures and mistakes.

Series – Come Alive in 2025 Thesis: We can come back to life – with a breath from heaven – nothing is too dead for God to bring back to life! The Bible says nothing is too lifeless for God! He is the Creator who took nothing and made it something and He can bring back to life anything! Can you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9, 1 Peter 1:13-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pleasing God Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 12, 2018

36th in a series from Ephesians addressing what pleases God.

“Pleasing God” Ephesians 4:30 REVIEW I. Our Wealth and Worth In Christ 1-3 II. Our Worthy Walk in Christ 4-6 A. Live in Unity 4:1-16 B. Live in Newness of life 4:17-24 C. Live in Love 4:17-24 1. Speak truth not falsehood 4:25 2. Be angry without sinning 4:26-27 3. Stop ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Hope In Christ Not Your Circumstances Series

Contributed by Leonard Cook on Mar 13, 2013

Hope In Christ Not Your Circumstances1 Peter sermon one!

Hope In Christ Not Your Circumstances (1 Peter 1:3-13) Key Center: 1:13, “13 Therefore, prepare your minds for action; be self-controlled, set your hope fully on the grace to be given you when Jesus Christ is revealed. Hope in Christ for New Birth (1:3-4) 3 Praise be to the God and Father ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:2-13

Denomination: Holiness

Faith Futures At Record High - 1 Peter 1:7-9 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Nov 28, 2024

Probably the most worn-out prayer there is, is that one-word reaction we always have when we suffer, “Why? Why is this happening?” Peter gives us the answer.

1 Peter 1:6 In which you rejoice, a little while, if necessary, you may be grieved in multifaceted trials, 7 in order that the proof of your faith (more precious than gold, the perishing through fire, but proved), it may be found toward praise and glory and honor in the revelation of Jesus Christ, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:7-9

Heaven's Treasures Series

Contributed by Dennis King on Jun 21, 2022

The Lord is not against us gathering up some savings, or fill our closet with a few dresses and suits. But our faith and trust should be be rooted in something other than worldly possessions.

Jesus taught about good works and giving. “Be careful! When you do something good, don’t do it in front of others so that they will see you. If you do that, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven. “When you give to those who are poor, don’t announce that you are giving. Don’t be like ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:1, Proverbs 11:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

Thanks Be To God! Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 21, 2010

As I researched this sermon, I discovered a powerful message in Paul’s thanksgiving that was both simple and profound. What it taught me has changed my entire view of how to give thanks.

There’s a supposedly true story about a family was seated around their Thanksgiving table. As was their custom everyone shared what they were thankful for. From the oldest to the youngest, they each took their turn to express their praise. When they came to the 5 year old in the family, he ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Discovering Your "why" For Life Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jul 18, 2022

Worship is the centerpiece that governs everything in your life, my believing friends. A centerpiece is where the presence of one thing governs everything else related to your life spiritually. The Bible says every little piece of our lives is to honor the Lord.

This morning, I want to talk to you about Discovering Your Why for Life. One day a man walks up to Jesus and says, “Lord, what’s the most important thing in the Bible?” Jesus replied this way: “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. 38 ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:1-9, Luke 10:41-42, Revelation 4:9-11, Psalm 95:6, Luke 4:5-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist