Sermons on Suffer For God:

Where Is God?

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Oct 31, 2005

A child suffers horrific abuse for years, where is God? A woman is raped, where is God? An evil dictator goes on the rampage and commits genocide, where is God?

30, October 2005 Dakota Community Church Where is God? A child suffers horrific abuse for years, where is God? A woman is raped, where is God? An evil dictator goes on the rampage and commits genocide, where is God? 1. God is there. Proverbs 15:3 The eyes of the LORD are everywhere, keeping ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 15:3

Denomination: Mennonite

God Forsaking God

Contributed by David Scudder on Apr 7, 2012

What this fourth saying from the cross does is to give us a glimpse into the hellish pain and agony that Jesus suffered because of His separation from His Father. This agonizing question from the cross does have an answer and we find that answer in the P

Purpose: To explore the agony of Christ's suffering. Aim: I want the listener to worship Christ because He became a curse for them. INTRODUCTION: While the scorching heat of the Palestinian sun beat down on Christ as He hung on the Cross He spoke three different times between 9 am to 12 noon. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:1-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Good Life Goes Bad Series

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Nov 1, 2018

Faith and trust do not come from understanding.They come from an awareness of God’s character.

I. INTRODUCTION 1. There are many mysteries in life: things that we cannot comprehend no matter how hard we try. Many of these mysteries lead to questions about God and his ways, particularly when he does not make sense?at least to our level of understanding. A. Perhaps the most often asked of ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1, Job 2:1-10

Denomination: Other

Broken Things God Used

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Jun 4, 2008

Do you feel broken? God uses people like you. This sermon highlights those things in scripture which were broken before they were used.

INTRODUCTION The world is full of broken things - broken bones, broken windows, little birds with broken wings, not to mention broken hearts and broken homes. The Bible also refers to broken things: 1. A BROKEN BANQUET Matthew 15:36 "And he took the seven loaves and the fishes, and gave thanks, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:24

Romans 8:18-27 Series

Contributed by Zak Saenz on Jan 2, 2007

Romans 8:18-27

Romans 8:18-27 18I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us. 19The creation waits in eager expectation for the sons of God to be revealed. 20For the creation was subjected to frustration, not by its own choice, but by the will of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-27

Denomination: Bible Church

Esther: Victory Over Enemies Series

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Sep 23, 2004

Victory comes when we are in right relation to the King

Esther 7:1-10 Victory Over Enemies Woodlawn Baptist Church September 19, 2004 Introduction “In 1567 King Phillip II of Spain appointed the Duke of Alba as governor of the lower part of the nation. The Duke was a bitter enemy of the newly-emerging Protestant Reformation. His rule was called the ...read more

Scripture: Esther 7:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

How Long O Lord? Series

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Nov 11, 2013

19 times we find this phrase in the Psalms, and that same sentiment has been echoed by countless millions of others. We examine the depth and types of suffering summed up in that expression and close with encouraging thoughts.

How Long O Lord This morning I want to bring a message from a question we find repeated over and over again in the Psalms. I want to show you that it is one of the major themes of the book of Psalms and most of you have probably never even noticed it, (as a recurring theme) because we are too busy ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Bad Things Hapen Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jul 6, 2016

Job is a man with abundant blessings and a sincere faith. Still he experiences tragic loss.

Job 1:1-22 “When Bad Things Happen” INTRODUCTION There are times when we believe in ideas that are not true. Though it may not make much sense here in the Valley of the Sun, but I grew up believing that if I didn’t dress warm enough for the harsh fall and winter days I ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:1-22

Denomination: Lutheran

Surely There Is An End.thine Expectation Will Not Be Cut Off

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jan 3, 2016

1. END OF BATTLE 2. END OF INJUSTICE 3. END OF CAPTIVITY 4. END OF AFFLICTION 5. END OF SORROW 6. END OF FEARS 7. END OF BARRIERS 8. END OF DELAYS 9. END OF SICKNESS 10. END OF SCARCITY

SURELY THERE IS AN END PROVERBS 23:18 For surely there is an end ; and thine expectation shall not be cut off. OUTLINE 1. END OF BATTLE 2. END OF INJUSTICE 3. END OF CAPTIVITY 4. END OF AFFLICTION 5. END OF SORROW 6. END OF FEARS 7. END OF BARRIERS 8. END OF DELAYS 9. END OF ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Power Of Persistence

Contributed by Bola Folakemi Praise on May 18, 2020

Persistence is the ability to maintain action regardless of your feelings; it is the ability to continue even when you feel like quitting.

21 Leaving that place, Jesus withdrew to the region of Tyre and Sidon. 22 A Canaanite woman from that vicinity came to him, crying out, “Lord, Son of David, have mercy on me! My daughter is demon-possessed and suffering terribly.” 23 Jesus did not answer a word. So his disciples came to him and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Words Of Encouragement Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Sep 17, 2019

Paul helps us identify four types of persons who we need to intentionally encourage.

In 2 Corinthians 7:6, Paul describes our God as One “who encourages those who are discouraged . . .” (NLT). Indeed, if we are going to live in a godly fashion, we will find that we are called to be encouragers of others. God comes alongside the discouraged to offer encouragement. We, therefore, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

Through The Valley Series

Contributed by Martin Holland on Mar 22, 2016

In the 23rd Psalms we are reminded that there are times we must go through the valleys.

Through The Valley Psalms 23:1-6 In this life there are what some call the peaks and the valleys. Here David reminds us of the life’s journey that often leads through the valley. See: Psalms 84:5-7 The valley of Baca (weeping) Perhaps David in writing this psalm is reminded of some the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Life Of Joseph/ Trials To Triumph

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 27, 2021

Have you ever wondered why some things have happened? the Life of Joseph is a example of God making something good out of something bad.

The life of Joseph/ Trials to Triumph Selected Scripture from Genesis 39-41 We are going to read Genesis chapter 39, 40, 41…just kidding. We are going to look at parts of each of these chapters. Maybe this week you could take as your reading this account of Joseph. We are going to look at the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:6

Denomination: Nazarene

Praying With Good King Hezekiah

Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on Feb 21, 2021

Looking back on the last few months, do you feel like you’ve been praying more, or is it less? Is this a practice that has been strengthened with you, or has it struggled? Has the seeking become less diligent, or the knocking not so confident? A praying Christian is a living Christian!

In Luke 11:9 Jesus says these words to us, “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.” Simple commands, yet astonishing. For his words reveal the great privilege that we have when we pray. This is the heavenly power that we access whenever we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10, 2 Kings 20:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Hard Work Of Trust

Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on Mar 16, 2021

God teaches us to trust in him and in his Son our Saviour. God tells us that anxious care and bitter sighing won’t help. Discontentment will get us nowhere, but only humble trust and steadfast faith.

Have you ever felt like complaining against the LORD? Maybe you’ve prayed and prayed, but the answer that you wanted hasn’t come. Or you don’t like what God has brought into your life: lots of disappointment, lots of frustration. Or maybe you look at all the wickedness in the world, and you fear ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:26-39, Habakkuk 2:2-4

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed