Sermons on Stomach Made Bitter:

Made For So Much More

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Aug 28, 2024

The first several verses of Ecclesiastes capture this reality well and sum it up in one word: Futility.

Have you ever been disappointed with your life? Has there ever been a time in your life where you found yourself saying, “What’s the use?” Life can do that to us. We work hard—at our job, at our ministry, at school, on our relationships. And then comes that time when you stop, and look it all ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus The Word Made Flesh Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 10, 2025

Jesus Christ is the Living Word of God, who left the glory of heaven to dwell among humanity, revealing God’s character, grace, and truth.

JESUS THE WORD MADE FLESH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 1:14 Key Verse: “And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth.” – John 1:14 Supporting Texts: Colossians 1:15-17; Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

We Are Made In The Image Of God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 1, 2023

This sermon explores God's intimate knowledge of us, His presence in our lives, and the value and wonder of life as His cherished creation.

Good morning, family. What a joy it is to gather here, in this place, in God's presence. We're here to share, to learn, and to grow. To be filled with His word, His love, and His truth. Today, we open our hearts to Psalm 139. A beautiful passage, full of hope and wonder. It reads, "O Lord, you have ...read more

Topics: Anti-Abortion

I Was Bitter, But Now I’m Better

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Sep 30, 2025

Isn’t it something that one of the most honored women in history, the mother of Jesus, the Savior, the Christ, carried a name that meant bitter?

Ruth 1:20-21 And she said unto them, Call me not Naomi, call me Mara: for the Almighty hath dealt very bitterly with me. As I stand before you today, I want to lift up a thought that will stir your spirit: I Was Bitter but Now I’m Better. Touch your neighbor and say: “Neighbor, I’ve been through ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

"When God Sweetens Your Bitter Waters"

Contributed by W. Alderman on Nov 24, 2007

This message is to offer hope to the thirsty...

WHEN GOD SWEETENS YOUR BITTER WATERS TEXT: Exodus 15:22-27 W. MAX ALDERMAN INTRODUCTION: Bitter waters never satisfy the thirsty soul. The Lord told the woman at the well, “…Whosoever drinketh of this water shall thirst again: But whosoever drinketh of the water that I shall give ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:22-27

Denomination: Baptist

A Fountain Can Not Produce Bitter And Sweet Water.

Contributed by James Linders on Jul 7, 2015

We as children of God and disciples of Jesus Christ, have a certain behavioural code by which we live. To DENY our Lord would be a GROSS violation of THIS code. UNLIKE Peter and Judas, we have the Holy Spirit to guide and teach us in ALL truth.

Matthew 26:74 Peter began to curse and swear: "I don't KNOW that man!" Matthew 26:14-16 Then one of the Twelve—the one called Judas Iscariot—went to the chief priests and asked, “What are you willing to give me if I deliver him over to you?” So they counted out for him ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:14-74

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Life Turns Bitter, Instead Of Better

Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Mar 1, 2002

Learn the lessons of that bitter place called Marah. Let God reveal His place as Healer in our lives.

“WHEN LIFE TURNS BITTER, INSTEAD OF BETTER” Exodus 15:22-27 INTRO: 1. ILL. 8 Ways you can tell it’s going to be a rotten day. 1) You see the “60 Minutes” news team in your office. 2) You call suicide prevention and they put you on hold. 3) You turn on the news and they are showing ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:22-27, Exodus 15:15-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Bitter Brothers; Workplace Weasels; And Hope Hurters Series

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Jul 28, 2014

Joseph is said to have been bitterly wounded by archers in Gen 49. There is no record in scripture of real arrows. Words and actions can be like arrows. In this message we talk about 3 types of archers: Bitter Brothers, Workplace Weasels, Hope Hurters.

Wounded by the Archers PPT 1 Series Title Summary of previous message God makes arrows out of the most unlikely sources of wood. It is not the type of wood you are that really matters but how good an arrow maker God is. PPT 2 Today's Title Wounded by Archers PPT 3 Text Ge 49:22 "Joseph is a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 49:22-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Offense Leads To Anger, Bitterness And Unforgiveness

Contributed by Glynda Lomax on Aug 13, 2018

How to stop being offended before it starts. How not to let anger turn into unforgiveness and bitterness of the soul

Have you ever known someone who had a spirit of anger? They are perpetually angry. Every time you talk to them, they are angry at someone or about something. They seem to thrive on their anger. They are easily offended and bitterness pours from their lips whenever they speak. Somewhere in their ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

God Made You For Each Other

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Jun 7, 2002

Wedding Message and Vows. This message was based on two scripture passages requested by the couple. Psalms 100 and Colossians 3. The Vows were written by the couple.

Prelude: General Seating Procession: Groomsmen Bridesmaids Maid (Matron) of Honor Bride and Father of the bride Welcome & Prayer Giving away of Bride by Father Introduction We are gathered this beautiful spring afternoon to experience a mystical and magical ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5, Colossians 3:12-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Knowing How To Appreciate Yourself The Way God You

Contributed by Harold Simpson on Oct 23, 2003

This sermon was for the Pastor’s Appreciation of one my friends, Rev. John M. Taylor. Sr., a very sainted man of God.

13 July 2003 Pentecost/Season after Pentecost “I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvelous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well” (Psalm 139.14). Knowing How to Appreciate Yourself the way God made you 1. Knowing how to appreciate yourself the way God made ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:14

Denomination: Methodist

My Month Of Solutions

Contributed by Pastor Amos Dele Dada on Jun 10, 2020

Welcome to our month of Solutions. Our God of abundant love and solutions will in the Splendour of His Majesty couple with his sovereignty touch all areas of your life that has defiled solutions .

Welcome to our month of Solutions. Our God of abundant love and solutions will in the splendour of His Majesty couple with his sovereignty touch all areas of your life that has defiled solutions since January this year or years past. God will give you heavenly and permanent solutions to the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:7, Luke 15:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus: The Word Of God

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Aug 30, 2017

A sermon examining the fact that Jesus is "The Word"

JESUS: THE WORD OF GOD John 1:1-5;14 Today we will consider the first 5 verses of John's Gospel. This amazing Book of the Bible is like none other. John's Gospel is all about Jesus and His saving work. It focuses on the last three years of Jesus’ life. In this Gospel account, John the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

A Promise To The Shepherds

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Dec 17, 2020

A simple outline that reminds us of the Promises made to the Shepherds.

Discovering God’s Precious Promises A Promise To the Shepherds Luke 2:1-20 12-20-2020 As we celebrate this season together we are drawn to this text. There are several points that I am sure you are familiar with that I would like to point out none the less. We complete this series with the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Brought To Life; Brought Together

Contributed by David Taylor on Oct 22, 2024

Paul continues the theme of God’s initiative in salvation.

Brought to Life; Brought Together From Death to Life Ephesians 2:1-7 November 24, 2019 David Taylor We are in our series, Brought to Life; Brought Together, from the New Testament letter Ephesians, looking at chapter two today so if you have your bibles, turn to Ephesians 2:1-7. Paul continues ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational