Sermons on Suffer:

Testigos Preparados Para Sufrir Series

Contributed by Wilbur Madera Rivas on Sep 24, 2011

Soy testigo. Tengo el privilegio de creer y sufrir por Cristo.

Testigos preparados para sufrir Intro: Recuerdo que cuando era niño y veía ciertos comerciales de la televisión, pensaba que lo que mostraban era literalmente cierto. Por ejemplo, cuando anunciaban aquellos muñecos de acción que se les veía entre la selva o tirándose desde un avión en su ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:11-40

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Going Through The Big D Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 5, 2012

Exposition of Hebrews 12:3-11

Text: Hebrews 12:3-11, Title: Going through the Big D, Date/Place: NRBC, 11.4.12, AM A. Opening illustration: B. Background to passage: C. Main thought: A. Encouragements for discipline (v. 3-5a) 1. The writer gives three encouraging pieces of insight in order for them to think about their ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:3-11

Denomination: Baptist

Letter #2 "Dear Smyrna: Keep On Keeping On!" Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 16, 2011

Sermon Series on the 7 letters to the churches in Revelation with help from Pastor Ken D. Trivette

Two Things: Commends Commands The History of Smyrna: Acts 17:5-8 Smyrna--means bitter which origins come from "myrrh" that is a perfume that comes from being crushed and beaten. Polycarp--was the pastor at Smyrna and martyred, burned alive in A.D. 155. 1) Jesus Commends Smyrna: Vs. 9-10 ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Rainbow Through The Rain

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 28, 2009

God allows suffering in our lives to bring us closer to Him.

Rainbow Through The Rain – I Peter 3: 18 - 22 Intro: In Scotland in the 1800s there lived a man of great promise and potential. He was engaged to be married and suddenly was discovered to have a degenerative eye disease which eventually left him blind. His fiancée refused to marry him and his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:18-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Blessings And Benefits Of Problems (Introduction) Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Mar 7, 2013

There are many internal benefits and blessings of problems. Let’s examine some of those benefits.

The Blessings and Benefits of Problems (Introduction) www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. We have learned that problems are a part of life. Because of the curse of sin on this earth, problems are woven into the fabric of everyday life. 2. We see this exemplified throughout the Bible. The men ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:17-18

Denomination: Bible Church

The Death Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 16, 2009

The cross is the measure of the magnitude of our sin.

The death of Jesus John 19:23-30 Jerry had been a bus driver in Toronto for 12 years and he really loved his job. He had the same route and met the same people almost everyday of the week. And then one day someone new got on and he was a huge man in his ...read more

Scripture: John 19:23-30

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Struggle Series

Contributed by David Rumley on Apr 16, 2009

How do we deal with struggle and suffering? What is the Biblical perspective on knowing if God cares as we walk through life?

Struggle: a biblical perspective to Maturity in Christ Matthew 8: 23 When He got into the boat, His disciples followed Him. 24 And behold, there arose a great storm on the sea, so that the boat was being covered with the waves; but Jesus Himself was asleep. 25 And they came to Him and woke Him, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:23-29

Denomination: Pentecostal

Triumphant Joy #2: Servants And Saints Rejoicing In Suffering Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Jul 21, 2013

As Christians, we are servants and saints of the Lord Jesus Christ who can rejoice even though we go through intense suffering.

TRIUMPHANT JOY #2: SERVANTS AND SAINTS REJOICING IN SUFFERING BACKGROUND TO THE LETTER OF PHILIPPIANS: Author & Date: The Apostle Paul in 61 AD Theme: Joy in Christ Occasion: Paul wrote Philippians during his first Roman imprisonment. THE BIG IDEA: As Christians, we are servants and saints of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-25

Denomination: *other

1 Peter Chapter 5 Commentary Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 30, 2021

Peter closes out his letter to the scattered Christians in the churches of Asia Minor with some final instructions. He counsels the elders about how to lead, includes how and why to live in humility with each other, and gives a final warning.

1 Peter Chapter 5 Commentary INTRODUCTION to Chapter 5 Peter closes out his letter to the scattered Christians in the churches of Asia Minor with some final instructions. He counsels the elders about how to lead, includes how and why to live in humility with each other, and gives a final warning ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Will The Real "Super-Apostle" Please Stand Up Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 10, 2010

In this lesson we will be challenged and convicted by Paul's sufferings in service to the Lord. How much are we willing to suffer and sacrifice?

Introduction: A. Today is Mother’s Day, so we want to take a moment to honor the mothers among us. 1. William Goldsmith Brown wrote: “The sweetest sounds to mortals given, Are heard in Mother, Home, and Heaven.” 2. Thank God for moms – the good ones and the not so good ones ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:1-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Christmas Did Not Do

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Jan 21, 2013

Christmas did not eliminate evil and suffering, but it gives us the hope that one day God will eliminate evil and suffering.

Title: What Christmas Did Not Do Text: Matthew 2:13-23 Truth: Christmas did not eliminate evil and suffering, but it gives us the hope that one day God will eliminate evil and suffering. Aim: hope and encouragement (Outline: lifeway.com, Jeff Griffis) INTRODUCTION Christmas Sunday the pastor ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Study Of Job: Why Do The Righteous Suffer? Series

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Jul 23, 2015

The Study Of Job: Why Do The Righteous Suffer?

The Study Of Job: Why Do The Righteous Suffer? 2 Timothy 3:16 (KJV) 16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: The book of Job deals with a question which has troubled men in all ages: ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Foursquare

Job's Suffering (Job 1)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 18, 2025

Do we still praise God in suffering?

When we suffer, do we have the faith to praise God, trusting His wisdom, even though it may be beyond our understanding? Let’s begin to explore the human condition and the nature of faith in Job 1. What kind of man was Job and how did he live his life? A man in the land of Uz was named Job. That ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Right Conduct: Conquering The Old Self Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Aug 26, 2025

Suffering for Jesus is not defeat. Suffering for Jesus is an encouragement because the suffering confirms that we are done with sin.

You can listen to all NPBC sermons at https://npbc.org.au/podcasts/media NORTH PINE BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday 24th August 2025 1 Peter 3:18-4:6 “Right Conduct: Conquering the Old Self” In a moment we are going to read 1 Peter 3:18-4:6. When Martin Luther wrote his commentary on 1 Peter he described ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Joseph-Thriving Through The Valley Of Suffering Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 12, 2025

God works all things—even calamity—for his glory and our good.

Joseph-Thriving Through the Valley of Suffering Jeffery Anselmi / General Adult Feels / Suffering / Genesis 39–50 INTRODUCTION OPENING TITLE SLIDE • As we continue in our Feels series, the message today will cover what I believe is one of the most difficult valleys in life we will discover ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ