Sermons on Struggles With God:

Songs Of Our Faith Part 7a Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Oct 12, 2012

This message focuses on the song "His Grace Is Greater" by Larnelle Harris.

Songs Of Our Faith Part 7A His Grace Is Greater By: Larnelle Harris Scripture: John 14:27; Phil. 4:7; 4:19; Rev. 21:4; Jer. 29:11 Introduction This morning I will review a song that is very personal to me. This song functions as a reminder of a time in my life when I thought I had my ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Breaking Free Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 6, 2009

WE need to break free from the parasites that will ruin a relationship!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Today we are going to address an issue that haunts many relationships. If we are not careful we can allow things to latch onto our relationships that can drain the life right out of them. • Have you heard of parasites? • The dictionary defines parasites as follows: a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Get Rid Of Those Stinking Grave Clothes Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 9, 2010

If you’re struggling with the urges of your flesh, or you find yourself consumed by anger and hatred toward others, then you need to get rid of those old clothes so you can put on those new Christlike thoughts and actions. But you can’t get rid of those g

INTRODUCTION I’ve never been very interested in clothes because I’m color blind. I discovered I was color blind in the first grade when I was using crayons to color a horse in a coloring book. As you know, crayons are labeled on the paper, but this particular crayon didn’t have ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:5-12

Denomination: Baptist

What To Do When Life's Not Fair

Contributed by Shawn Rose on May 19, 2009

In Joseph’s story we find 3 principles to help us deal with the unfair things in our lives

WHAT TO DO WHEN LIFE’S NOT FAIR Text: Genesis 39 Introduction: · Genesis 37 Joseph’s brothers sell him to Ishmeelites for 20 pieces of silver · Ishmeelites take Joseph to Egypt and sell him to Potiphar, captain of the guard · In Joseph’s story we find 3 principles to help us deal with the unfair ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Husband And Wives Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Jun 1, 2010

Eph 5:21 says "Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ." Paul's first example of this is in the relationship between a husband and wife.

RELATIONSHIPS – HUSBANDS AND WIVES In the movie The Poseidon Adventure, the ocean liner S.S. Poseidon is on the open sea when it hits a tidal wave and tips over. Because of the air trapped inside the ocean liner, it floats upside down. In the confusion, the survivors can't figure out ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Don't Stop Believing Series

Contributed by Scott Ridout on Sep 9, 2009

Is your marriage all that you hoped it would be? Everyone wants their marriage to withstand the challenges of life, the flames of fear, lack of intimacy, debt, and temptation. Join us for our next series as we learn to maneuver through the fiery challeng

Don’t Stop Believing Colossians 3:12-14 Catch for us the foxes, the little foxes that ruin the vineyards, our vineyards that are in bloom. Song of Solomon 2:15 The road to intimacy always passes through conflict. 2Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Triumph In Trying Times: Antidotes To Losing Heart

Contributed by Lloyd John Ogilvie on Aug 9, 2011

A sermon to give support and strength to those struggling in difficult times.

Life has its trying times times. Some would say we have more than our share right now. Life is not easy. We only go round once. And for most it’s no merry-go-round ride, but a difficult, bumpy journey. People pressures get us down; problems pile up; worries and anxieties persist. The ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:16-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Cooped Up, But Coping

Contributed by Brian Buriff on Jan 24, 2011

Noah and family were cooped up in the ark for more than 1 year. During the long cold winter months of being cooped up, domestic violence rises. How can couples and families cope when all cooped up?

I. THINK ABOUT LIFE ON THE ARK A. Not Just 40 Days/Nights – But Over 1 Year – With At Least 7 Other People 1. Cooped Up – real miracle isn’t just that the lions didn’t eat the goats but that the people didn’t kill each other 2. This was not Carnival Cruise ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Crucial Relational Issues Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 30, 2012

All our relationships are significantly affected by how we deal with anger, how we argue, and our comfort with forgiving and asking for forgiveness.

Crucial Relational Issues (topical) 1. This week, something amazing happened: By Good News Network Thursday, January 26, 2012 Just beneath the radar of formal diplomacy and strategic talks, the largest peace conference in the history of the Middle East took place Monday and Tuesday on ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 15:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Take A Walk With Jesus

Contributed by Jonathan Kruschel on Oct 12, 2020

When we find ourselves confused, and struggling, doubting God’s power, questioning his goodness, wondering about his faithfulness or whatever else it might be, don’t walk away from Jesus. Walk with Jesus, just like Jesus did with those followers on the road to Emmaus on Easter afternoon.

“What do you want?” “I don’t know. What do you want?” “I’m not sure, what do you think?” “I don’t know. What do you think?” Sound familiar? Ever had a conversation like that when it comes to choosing a movie or a TV show or what to order for takeout – pizza, fish, Chinese, Mexican, Thai? “I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Lutheran

8 Keys To Fighting Fair

Contributed by Clay Gentry on Aug 3, 2013

This lesson is about not fighting because hey let's face it well all fight. Rather, using biblical principles let's learn how to fight fair.

I want to talk to you today about fightin’. I don’t mean fist-fighting but verbal fighting, arguing. This is not a lesson designed to tell you to stop arguing per se. No, I want to share with you some wisdom from the Proverbs on how to fight fair. The truth of the matter is we fuss and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:6-7, Proverbs 15:1, Proverbs 18:13, Proverbs 11:12, Proverbs 16:27, Proverbs 17:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: *other

The Longer The Sweeter (Couple Relationship) Series

Contributed by Rule Digal on Dec 19, 2005

Sexual immorality is very seducing. Paul adressed this problem by admonishing the husband and wife to have a fulfilling and enjoying couple relationship.

Theme: THE LONGER, THE SWEETER Text: 1 Cor. 7:3-5 Intro. A. Last January 2005, I received a text message informing me that 2500 Satanists in Africa gathered in a certain place to release curses especially on marriages. Satan knows that the collapse of marital relationship will mean the collapse of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:3-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

No Time For Romance

Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 16, 2005

A sermon on marriage right before Valentines Day. (Portions taken from Terry MaCabe and Steven Slack from Lookout Magazine http://www.lookoutmag.com/)

Sermon for 2/13/2005 No Time for Romance Introduction: Gail Ann Dorsey- No Time No time for talking, no time for walking, not time for loving you, Baby, I’ve got a lot on my mind. So much to do and too little time I got a lot on my mind, and I wish I knew where to draw the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Three Little Pigs

Contributed by Keith Tankersley on Jul 3, 2009

Based off of the children tale of the three little pigs, with a twist. A comparison of building on the rock or sand.

“The Three Little Pigs” Matthew 7:24-29 In this great sermon our Lord preaches, we come to conclusion. Point 1- Vs13-14, the strait/narrow gate & path. Point 2- Vs15-20, warning about false prophets lurking outside this gate. Point 3-Vs21-23, our Lord is continuing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-29

Denomination: Baptist

Go! And Sing In The Night – Trusting God’s Love In The Darkest Hours Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 21, 2025

Have you ever been awake in the middle of the night, unable to sleep, burdened by the weight of worry, grief, or fear? The silence of night often magnifies our struggles. It is in those moments we ask, “God, where are You?”

Go! And Sing in the Night – Trusting God’s Love in the Darkest Hours Psalm 42:8 – Go! And… Series Introduction: Singing When the Night is Long Have you ever been awake in the middle of the night, unable to sleep, burdened by the weight of worry, grief, or fear? The silence of night often ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:8, Lamentations 3:22-23, Acts 16:25-26, Philippians 4:6-7, Romans 5:8, John 11:25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal