Sermons on Sorrowing:

The Worshiping Power Of Pain

Contributed by Harry Ford Jr. on Jun 25, 2005

Worship through pain is the act of paying homage or devotion to God during suffering, distress or sorrow.

Romans 5:1-5 Have you ever had something thappen to you that cut you so deep that you did not know what to do.It waqs a pain so intense that you were confused on what was and is the next step in your life. As christian we are taught to worship God in all things. The question is how do you ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

How Did You Leave When You Came To Jesus?

Contributed by Toby Powers on Dec 29, 2005

Many have come to the Lord. Some have left satisfied. Others have left Sorrowful.

From the Desk of Pastor Toby Powers Truth Baptist Church Hwy 78 Bremen, GA How Did You Leave When You Came To Jesus? Mark 10:17-22 Intro: A rich young ruler came to Jesus asking him what “good thing” he could do to inherit eternal life, and the truth is that there is no “good thing” that one can ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-22

Denomination: Baptist

Lie Down In Green Pastures….

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jan 12, 2013

The above scripture is so pleasurable and comforting, because it encourages you in the midst of pain, sorrow and loss!

Lie down in green pastures…. 23:2”He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.” The above scripture is so pleasurable and comforting, because it encourages you in the midst of pain, sorrow and loss! I make my school kids memorize the above ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Don't Turn Away"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Aug 24, 2015

To those who turn away from God find regret, great sorrow, and misery for eternity.

John 6:56-69 “Don’t Turn Away” Consider the warning to those who turn away from God • Warnings to those who turn away from God 2 Peter 2:20-22 For it would have been better for them never to have known the way of righteousness ...read more

Scripture: John 6:56-69

Denomination: Methodist

Don't Worry About Tomorrow

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jan 19, 2025

Worrying about tomorrow does not empty tomorrow of its sorrow but it robs today of its strength.

Don’t Worry About Tomorrow By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. PRAYER SCRIPTURE: - Matthew 6:34 “Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof”. OPENING:- Now I have stated for a long time about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:34

Denomination: Apostolic

Where Is God When I Hurt?

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 14, 2025

Is there purpose in our suffering if we are Christians? What can God accomplish through our sorrow?

“As they were stoning Stephen, he called out, ‘Lord Jesus, receive my spirit.’ And falling to his knees he cried out with a loud voice, ‘Lord, do not hold this sin against them.’ And when he had said this, he fell asleep. “And Saul approved of his execution. “And there arose on that day a great ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Cradle, The Cross, And The Crown

Contributed by Lee Black on Dec 7, 2002

Jesus was born of a virgin, but His had many sorrows, so He could bring us life.

Lk2; Mt. 27:27-31 The Cradle, The Cross, and The Crown I. The Cradle - Speaks of His Virgin Birth - Lk.2:1-7 A. Fulfillment of Prophecy - Isaiah 7:14 Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, the virgin shall ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-52

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Who Comforts

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 26, 2001

God is in control of time and circumstances to achieve His purposes, and He understands your life hurts and sorrows.

Today we are going to look closely at one particular event in Jesus’ ministry. This event helps us understand the heart of Jesus for us. It had happened suddenly. In the town of Bethany, Lazarus, brother of Mary and Martha and friend of Jesus, fell sick. The sisters tried their best to help him ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Prayer In A Time Of National Tragedy

Contributed by Tom Lawson on Sep 14, 2001

A prayer, rather than a sermon, that somehow seemed more fitting as a message for these days of brokenness and united sorrow.

A prayer in the wake of tragedy of September 11th, 2001 O God our help in ages past, We did not choose this time, this moment. Like generations before us we have lived in safety and ease, and have read of those beyond living memory who were awakened by the clarion call of a nation under attack. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Messiah And Forrest Gump Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Sep 24, 2011

Jesus tells us that the Great Tribulation will be a time of great sorrow, but He also gives us hope.

The Messiah and Forrest Gump Text: Matt. 24:15-22 Introduction 1. Illustration: Movie clip "Run Forrest, Run!" 2. Today I get to talk about two things; one I like to talk about and the other I would rather not talk about but need to talk about. a. The thing I like to talk about is one of my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:15-22

Denomination: Methodist

"the King Has Come"

Contributed by William Bursztynski on Dec 14, 2018

There is coming a time that all of the cares of life will be over. There will be no more sin, satan, sorrow, separation and no more sadness.

“The Return of the King” Revelation 19:11-20:3 “11And I saw heaven opened, and behold a white horse; and he that sat upon him was called Faithful and True, and in righteousness he doth judge and make war. 12His eyes were as a flame of fire, and on his head were many crowns; and he had a name ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:11-20, Revelation 20:1-4

The God Who Exchanges Ashes For Beauty Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 12, 2025

God specializes in transforming sorrow into joy, shame into glory, and ashes into beauty for those who trust Him.

THE GOD WHO EXCHANGES ASHES FOR BEAUTY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 61:1-3 Key Verse: “To appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; that they might be called trees of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The God Who Turns Weeping Into Dancing Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 9, 2025

God has the power to transform seasons of sorrow into seasons of joy, replacing tears with testimonies and mourning with celebration.

THE GOD WHO TURNS WEEPING INTO DANCING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 30:11 — “Thou hast turned for me my mourning into dancing: thou hast put off my sackcloth, and girded me with gladness.” Supporting Texts: Isaiah 61:3, John 16:20, Jeremiah 31:13, Psalm 126:5-6, Ecclesiastes ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Why Do We Suffer?

Contributed by Pastor Michael Church on Nov 25, 2006

This sermon is simple yet profound, for the glory of God.If you have ever wonder why in the world is this happening to me? God has the answer.

Why do we Suffer? Pastor Michael Church 10-25-06 Introduction- All these words and other describe Suffering- sickness, bereavement, disappointment, heartaches, troubles, tears, sorrows, trails, difficulties, pain, woe, and misery When we go through a time of suffering, if you want to see what ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-12, James 1:2-4

Denomination: Baptist

Funeral Service

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Sep 8, 2009

A message I have used for funerals

2 Timothy 4:6-8 DEPARTURE IS A CERTAINTY I have fought a good fight—Many times life seems like a fight more than it does anything else. We get knocked down and God helps us up. We have health problems and financial problems and then we come to a day such as this and once again have to rely upon ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Baptist