Sermons on Situation:

Do You Want To Get Well? Series

Contributed by Ken Hubbard on Feb 11, 2010

A sermon discussing how God can help you take the initiative in your life to improve your situation rather than just continuing to endure what's wrong.

INTRO: For 38 years this man is stuck in a disappointment Paralyzed in a situation 38 years...no progress...no victory...everyday the same! It seemed as though he would forever be the victim...stuck in a rut „« 38=== 3 Resurrection „« 8 New Beginning * The question is one that's a bit ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Encourage Yourself In The Lord.

Contributed by Fleming Dunbar on Feb 15, 2010

Tribulations are sent into our lives for very good reasons. Lord Jesus is the one who truly understands our suffering and our response is to trust him in all situations

Encourage yourself in the Lord. Joshua 1:9 Sometimes preachers give the idea that when you become a Christian life will be a bed of roses from then on. But Jesus said something very different to his disciples. He warned them very clearly, ‘In the world you will have tribulation.’ ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Justice! Only Justice!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jan 28, 2014

Situation at times may be critical and you may think there is no way out but opt for the ‘easy way’ but never ever give in to pressure! Stay true in the heat.

Justice! Only Justice! Deuteronomy 16:20”Justice, and only justice, you shall follow, that you may live and inherit the land that the LORD your God is giving you.” I was at the railway station along with my husband, rushing to save the life of a young girl who was demon possessed and ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

God’s Reset Button

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 17, 2010

Paul always looked for the hidden blessing in every trial. Have you been complaining about your situation? Grumbling short-circuits faith, but joy revives it.

Are you trapped in a prison of despair, doubt or anxiety? Learn to release the power of praise. The apostle Paul’s letter to the Philippians is one of the Bible’s most unique books. Some scholars call it "the epistle of joy" because the word "joy" or "rejoice" appear in it 16 times. Yet what is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4, Philemon 4:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Joseph And Joseph Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 20, 2010

Both Josephs trusted God in tight spots and uncomfortable situations. Both Josephs were pillars others could lean upon because they were faithful and spiritually responsible.

Joseph and Joseph (Matthew 1:18-25) 1. I have noticed that when I bring up the name of Martin Luther, most people think I am bringing up the name of Martin Luther King. 2. Why is that? Most people not into church history or history in general. Since we have a holiday designated for Martin Luther ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Sane Perspective Upon Discipline And Compassion Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 27, 2012

Walking with God means we must be willing to mix discipline with compassion in the right ratios and in the right situations. There is a time to be firm and buckle down and a time to open your heart.

A Sane Perspective Upon Discipline and Compassion (Proverbs 19:14-15, 17-18) 1. Discipline and compassion are connected. For example, if teachers do not keep a class under control, students cannot learn and that affects their futures. 2. A school teacher injured his back and had to wear a ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 19:14-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Are You A Piece Of Merchandise?

Contributed by Kelly Durant on Jul 16, 2016

Deceitful pastors are on the rise and are a serious problem as we often lose members to false churches. Here is a way to deal with the situation to open eyes to appreciate the freedom and truths they have/

Are you a piece of Merchandise? Capt. Kelly Durant 7-06 The fleecing of the sheep by deceiving pastors! 2 Peter 2:3 3 And through covetousness shall they with feigned words make merchandise of you: whose judgment now of a long time lingereth not, and their damnation slumbereth not. John ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:3

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Resurrections Before The Resurrection (Part Four) Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on May 1, 2017

In the continuation of our series we come across a situation where as Jesus was en route to heal Jairus' daughter he gets interrupted. But that interruption proves to be a help, not a hindrance.

THE RESURRECTIONS BEFORE THE RESURRECTION (part four) Mark 5:21-43 1) Jairus' problem (21-23) "When Jesus had again crossed over by boat to the other side of the lake, a large crowd gathered around him while he was by the lake. Then one of the synagogue rulers, named Jairus, came there. Seeing ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our God Is X-Factor! Series

Contributed by Larry Vollink on Jan 5, 2021

There is an unknown to be known, an X-factor in all believers of our Lord Jesus! Defined the X-factor is a variable in a given situation that could have the most significant impact on the outcome.

There is no words in the Bible that describes our God with an "X". It goes from 'wrong' to 'yarn' in the Concordance. Daniel lived when King Xerxes i and II of Persia. Today's dictionary has the words 'X-Ray machine and Xield which means a buffer for protection of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:36-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Make Every Day Count Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Feb 17, 2022

A clear mind will help us to pray more appropriately for a given situation. Christ is coming again and time is running out. This should lead us to a sound prayer life.

We need, from time to time, to be reminded that we never know how much time we have left. I used to visit a man name David Fatheringham. He was a faithful believer in his eighties. The doctor said to him, you might not live long at all. I can’t even assure you that you will see another day. But on ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Jacob-When He Had To Deal With Losses Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on May 15, 2022

Jacob had his share of blessings but he also endured a number of losses. This message gives some glimpses of what he endured and how he dealt with these situations.

Introduction: Jacob had to deal with bad things as well as good things during his earthly journey. He thought he had received the paternal blessing as well as the birthright but he lost as much, if not more, than he gained because of this. Now Jacob is going to experience a number of “hits”. 1 He ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Informed Grief Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Oct 19, 2019

Paul deals with the pastoral situation of the Thessalonians who are grieving without hope. His response is not to focus on end-times theology, but to fill in the missing gap of knowledge with the hope that is in Christ.

You can listen to the full message here:- http://nec.org.au/strong-and-ready/ Message 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 Informed Grief Let’s open our Bible to our text and read. 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 This is the verse in this section which quickly gets all the attention. After that, we who are still ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Scourge Of The Strong Man

Contributed by Babatunmishe Oke on Apr 3, 2021

There is an entity in the bible known as the strongman. This entity is any powerful negative spiritual system whose assignment is to thwarts the Lord’s plan and purpose for your life in any situation.

THE SCOURGE OF THE STRONG MAN There is an entity in the bible known as the strongman. This entity is any powerful negative spiritual system whose assignment is to thwarts the Lord’s plan and purpose for your life in any situation. Ultimately, we are made to understand via the parable of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:21-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Everything New

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 21, 2018

The study contrasts Heaven with our present situation. What can we expect in Heaven? For many of us, we need to change our perception of what shall be.

“I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and the sea was no more. And I saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Rhema Word Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 17, 2022

The Rhema word in Biblical terms refers to a portion of scripture that “speaks” to a believer. In most cases, a Rhema word received while reading the Bible applies to a current situation or need.

The Rhema Word Through daily reading of the Bible, God’s Word which is referred to in Greek as 'logos' we can grow in our knowledge of the truth of God. God wants to speak to His people and provide insight beyond our human understanding. In Greek, the word Rhema means “an utterance.” The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Matthew 4:4, John 6:63

Denomination: Pentecostal