Sermons on Suffer Affliction:

Not Crushed

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jun 22, 2022

With the minimum that you have, give your maximum potential for God! After you do this, watch Him unfold miracles for you!

Not crushed 2 Corinthians 4:8”…we are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not despairing….” A young kid who is a third grader was given an intro about me as : principal, Founder of a School, Teacher and many things, so he called me on phone with great expectations. His voice ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Keep It Simple!

Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 11, 2010

There is much about life that is complicated but when it comes to living our faith, we do it best when we keep the basics simple.

Title: Keep It Simple Text: II Timothy 2:8-15 Thesis: There is much about life that is complicated but when it comes to living our faith, we do it best when we keep it simple. Introduction They say that the memory is the first thing to go… Two elderly gentlemen were sitting together ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:8-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Handling Troubles The Right Way

Contributed by Larry Finley on Oct 1, 2009

How we handle the troubles of life will determine victory or defeat.

1. A Critical Evaluation Vs. 3-8; 12-14 A. Destructive Enemy v. 3 B. Despairing Heart vs 4-5 C. Desire to Quit vs 6-8 D. Desperately Alone vs. 12-14 2. A Careful Supplication Vs. 1-2; 16-17 A. Pray Expectqantly v. 1 B. Pray Honestly vs. 2, 9, 15 C. Pray Passionately Vs. 2c, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Do The Innocent Suffer? - Job Chapter Four Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Mar 12, 2007

This is a study into Job chapter four.

Jewels From Job Job – Chapter #4 Job has given us the first discourse. That is found in chapter 3. What will happen next is that Job’s three friends will respond to Job. This becomes almost a debate session. Here is the outline. Eliphaz’ first discourse chapters 4-5 Job’s response chapters ...read more

Scripture: Job 4:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Cistern Of Christ

Contributed by Filipe Remelgado on Jul 19, 2008

The suffering of the innocent and how God helps us through it.

Title: The Cistern of Christ. Text: Lamentations 3:52-57 Introduction: “Coca-Cola was the result of an accident. In 1886 a pharmacist named John Pemberton cooked up a medicinal syrup in a large brass kettle slung over an open fire, stirring it with an oar. When he was done, he figured he had ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:52-57

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Carry That Weight?

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Mar 5, 2015

Jesus died to forgive our sins, and He also helps us bear our pain and suffering, as Isaiah 53 describes. Why would we want to bear our sin and suffering alone when Jesus stands at the ready?

[This is a short homily given at evening program at an inner-city mission church, mid-week meeting]. We’re in the season of Lent, when we get ready for Easter. Part of getting ready for Easter is preparing our hearts to be able to take in what Easter is about. What is Easter about? ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

¿cómo Dios Usa La Adversidad

Contributed by Dr. David Wesner on May 19, 2015

Si lo supiéramos de antemano que la adversidad es la vía fundamental a través del cual Dios lleva a cabo su voluntad en nuestras vidas, la acogemos?

A trusted servant is the person who gets to wear the key to the King’s house, or like Peter, is given the “keys to the Kingdom.” Un siervo de confianza es la persona que se pone a usar la llave de la casa del rey, o al igual que Pedro, se le otorga a la "llaves del ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:3-4

Denomination: Charismatic

"I Didn’t Deserve It"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Oct 4, 2012

The sermon explains how suffering is not deserved nor are the blessing we receive from God. The sermon helps us to cope with suffering.

Job 1:1, 2:1-10 I didn’t Deserve It 1. Consider Job and his character: Blameless, upright, faithful, long-suffering, steadfast, honest ... ...read more

Scripture: Job 2:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

Found Faithful In Spiritual Warfare Series

Contributed by David Cook on Feb 26, 2010

Relying on God's Spritual weapons will enable us to stay faithful in warfare.

1 Therefore, when we could no longer endure it, we thought it good to be left in Athens alone, 2 and sent Timothy, our brother and minister of God, and our fellow laborer in the gospel of Christ, to establish you and encourage you concerning your faith, 3 that no one should be shaken by these ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Answer For Your Issues

Contributed by James May on Jun 26, 2011

We all have issues in life. Like the woman who reached out and touched Jesus, our issues can be healed by just one touch of Jesus in faith.

The Answer for Your Issues Sunday, June 26, 2011 – AM By Pastor James May Issues – we all have them. Whether its issues within ourselves or issues that are a part of our lives that are brought upon us from other sources. The fact remains that we all have issues to deal with on a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:25-34

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The List

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 6, 2009

A look at how the devil chooses his targets

"THE LIST" AH YES, I REMEMBER IT WELL, AS THOUGH IT WAS YESTERDAY. IT WAS NINETEEN SIXTY SOMETHING OR OTHER, AND A CO-WORKER NAMED JOE AND I DREAMED UP A SCHEME TO "THROW INTO SHOCK" ANOTHER CO-WORKER NAMED RON. RON WAS RELATIVELY NEW WITH THE COMPANY, AND IT LOOKED LIKE THE BIG "LAY-OFF" WAS ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Overcoming Life's Battles Through Persistent Prayer SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

The intensity of God's power within us often attracts greater challenges. The higher the anointing, the fiercer the conflict. The brighter our destiny, the more severe our adversaries. However, through persistent prayer, we can overcome these afflictions.

The Bible clearly states that Jesus came to destroy the works of the devil (1 John 3:8). One of these works is affliction. In this eye-opening message, we will explore the power of God to turn around our situations, deliver us from affliction, and empower us to overcome our enemies. Affliction may ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:8

Topics: Prayer Persistence, Overcoming Afflictions

07 The Valley Of Depression Series

Contributed by Darren Rogers on Mar 22, 2009

Where do you turn too at times of depression? There is only one place to go - to the Lord

The Valley of Depression – 22nd March 2009 am David has spent his fair share of time in Valleys – Valley of Elah (Oak) fought Goliath (1 Sam 17). Valley of Rephaim (Giants) fought Philistines (2 Samuel 5:18). Valley of Salt fought the Syrians (2 Samuel 8:13) He walked through the Valley of Shadows ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 143:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be Joyful In Any Situation

Contributed by Bradley Kellum on Sep 23, 2009

"In everything give thanks". Sound impossible? Paul shares with us the secrets of being joyful in any situation we face in life.

“How To Be Joyful In Any Situation” “Give thanks in everything, for this is God’s will (for you) in Christ Jesus.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (CSB) Thoughts on Gratitude: 1. Gratitude is the attitude that keeps my life flying at a steady altitude regardless of the storm I’m in. 2. Being thankful is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: Baptist

The Way I Take

Contributed by Craig Benner on Feb 13, 2021

God knows and God cares. He is not confused. You can trust Him.

My God knows the way that I take Job 23:8-10 8 ¶ Behold, I go forward, but he is not there; and backward, but I cannot perceive him: 9 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: 10 But he knoweth the way that I ...read more

Scripture: Job 23:6-10

Denomination: Pentecostal