Sermons on Struggling:

Hold On, There’s Hope Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Feb 7, 2016

Most couples when they walk down the isle think that it’s going to be Happily ever after because that’s what’s portrayed for us on the screen. But it can be a few days, months or even year, you begin to realize that marriage isn’t all happily evert after

“Hold on, There’s Hope!” 1 Cor. 13:1-7 Our Scripture today is Paul’s letter to the church at Corinth which was experiencing a lot of turmoil and infighting as a new body of Christ. Paul’s answer was simply one word: love. This was a prescription of how the body of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

Deliver Us Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 2, 2017

Paul describes 1) The confusion (Romans 7:14–16), 2) The corruption (Romans 7:17–20) and 3) The conclusion (Romans 7:21–25). in seeing Christ as the ultimate deliverer of our inner conflict.

The totality of flooding this week in Texas from tropical storm Harvey has been devastating. 75 000 people called 911 seeking help. Calling out for help, the US Federal Emergency Management Agency deployed 900 personnel in search-and-rescue teams. A million liters of water, a million meals, 20, 520 ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:14-25

Denomination: Other

The Crying Of The Wolf At Midnight

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 30, 2021

There is a crying in the night. A quiet lament of the soul. You can sense it at three in the morning, and the hour of the wolf is upon you. All the thoughts of life and the daily parade rumble through like a freight train.

There is a crying in the night. A quiet lament of the soul. You can sense it at three in the morning, and the hour of the wolf is upon you. All the thoughts of life and the daily parade rumble through like a freight train. Looking out the window, all is dark. But something compels you to ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Salvation Army

Hope Part 1

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jan 6, 2020

We live in a world where there is an increase in people choosing to end their life because they have lost all hope. This message is about hope and how we can keep it in the midst of our most troubling times.

Hope Part 1 Scriptures: 1 Corinthians 13:11-13; Job 5:15-16; Romans 15:13 This morning we are going to talk about hope. Last week Rev. Fulks shared the testimony of one of her friends who celebrated her 66th birthday. As a teenager her friend had been told that she probably would not live to see ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:11-13, Job 5:15-16, Romans 15:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Can’t See Him, But I Know He Is There

Contributed by Charles Jones on Jan 24, 2020

Oftentimes we don’t see God operating, but yet He is there; behind us, in front of us and on our left hand and right. God’s unseen hand guides and controls, tears down and builds up.

I Can’t See Him, But I Know He Is There SCRIPTURE: "Behold, I go forward, but he is not there; and backward, but I cannot perceive him: On the left hand, where he doth work, but I cannot behold him: he hideth himself on the right hand, that I cannot see him: But he knoweth the way that I ...read more

Scripture: Job 23:8-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Living Hope

Contributed by Steven Buhr on Aug 31, 2023

Our hope is not just something that we are waiting for in the future after we DIE! No, it is a LIVING HOPE that we have been reborn into NOW!

Where Angels Long to Look A study through Peter June 11th 2023 I’ve been praying and reading for a while about where to journey next in the scriptures as we continue on our mission to know Christ and make Christ known. All of this (the bible) is good, and ‘All Scripture is breathed ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Battle Ready: Suiting Up For Life's Battles

Contributed by Perry Fowler on May 11, 2022

Genesis chapter 14 is often entitled: “The War of the Kings.” In this historical account of Abram's battle with the Kings - we learn a lot about how God wants us to respond to our own.

Genesis chapter 14 is often entitled: “The War of the Kings.” As we rejoin the story of Abram today, you will remember that Abram and Lot returned from Egypt and Lot chose the fertile, well-watered areas of Sodom and Gomorrah; He was making decisions based upon what he saw. He was walking by ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Goodness Of God

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Feb 15, 2023

Many people, including Christians, struggle greatly with the Goodness of God. They get their ideas about Him from circumstances and difficulties, rather than from the life of Jesus Christ. This message can help refocus people to the considering the proper evidence.

The Goodness of God Pastor Eric J. Hanson January 29, 2023 Read Matthew 19:16-17a. One of the first childhood prayers that many of us learned, went like this: “God is good. God is great. Let us thank Him for this food. Amen.” It is easy to smile, remembering the childlike simplicity of this little ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God’s Goal In Bringing Hardship Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 20, 2020

It's shocking to many that God sometimes is the cause of hardship in our lives. When that happens, what is He hoping to accomplish?

“HE SAID WHAT?!”: Sometimes hardship is from God. - Amos 4:6-12. - This passage might have been shocking to you. “What do you mean God did all these things?” Today we sometimes think of Him exclusively as a kindly grandfather who would never say a cross word to anyone. That, however, is not ...read more

Scripture: Amos 4:6-13

Denomination: Baptist

Eliphaz Takes Aim At Job, Again Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 2, 2017

Job is in a world of complete hopelessness, and his friends are only making things worse. Our lesson from this is actually simple: The key to strengthening our hope is to focus on God, not yourself!

Eliphaz takes aim at Job, again Job Sermon Series, Part 8 Introduction (Job Slide) - Today we continue to examine Job’s conversations with his friends -- Re: These men came in Ch. 2 to sit with him and mourn his loss - They appear to come to comfort … but quickly their real motives are ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus The Struggler Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 21, 2016

Sometimes we so emphasize that Jesus is the Son of God (fully divine) that we forget He is also the Son of Man (fully human). At Gethsemane, we see Jesus’ human nature struggling with the perfect will of God — for our sakes!

Jesus the Struggler (Mark 14:32-42) 1. We all do goofy things. “Today, I took a picture of the combination to my new lock so I would always have it on my phone if I ever forgot it. I put my phone in my gym locker, locked it with the new lock, then promptly forgot the combination.” 2. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:32-42

Denomination: Independent/Bible

An Encouragement For Financial Breakthrough Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 26, 2025

The Lord is my shepherd; I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name’s sake.

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, As we journey through life, we're reminded that our Heavenly Father is always with us. He's our Rock, our Refuge, and our Provider. In times of financial uncertainty, let's turn to God's Word for comfort and guidance. Psalm 23 reassures us that ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:19

You Need This! Series

Contributed by Kevin Broyhill on Oct 3, 2024

This message will uncover two priceless jewels in the book of Philemon: grace and peace—treasures that only God can give, and every soul desperately needs.

You Need This! Philemon 1-3 Introduction: Illust: You may not be familiar with the name of Edward Teach (Thatch), but you are familiar with the name, “Blackbeard.” Edward Teach or Blackbeard was one of the most feared and famous pirates to ever sail the waters off the coasts of Virginia and the ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

God Of Suffering: How We Can Experience God In Struggle And Pain Series

Contributed by Charles Wallis on Jan 31, 2009

The effects of persecution and struggle caused the church to grow and experience more of God’s power. We can experience God in struggle and pain because He is found in suffering and walks with us through it.

The God of Suffering: How we can experience God in struggle, pain, and suffering. Intro: How do you feel about struggle, suffering, and pain? Explanation: Acts 10-11 1. Peters has a vision for all people…(“all nations”) 2. Everyone is not happy… 3. A new church is born out of struggle Text: ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

Wearing Flip-Flops While Racing Against A Ferrari

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 4, 2023

The Follower of Christ must gear up for a struggle. However, it is not a physical struggle; it is a spiritual struggle. Whether we want to be in this conflict or not, it is upon us because we believe the Word of God.

“Righteous are you, O LORD, when I complain to you; yet I would plead my case before you. Why does the way of the wicked prosper? Why do all who are treacherous thrive? You plant them, and they take root; they grow and produce fruit; you are near in their mouth and far from their heart. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 12:1-5

Denomination: Baptist