Sermons on Suffering And Joy:

Prayer And Thanksgiving Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Mar 11, 2023

The following sermon is going to review the opening of Paul's letter to see why he called the Philippians his joy and crown and review the beautiful prayer he had for their ongoing faithfulness to the Lord!

Paul’s Thanks and Prayer for Philippi Philippians 1:3-11 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 “An older couple had trouble remembering common, day-to-day things. They both decided that they would write down requests the other had, and so try to avoid forgetting. One evening ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Baptist

Discovering God's Will

Contributed by John Oscar on Nov 25, 2024

A sermon about living in God's presence and knowing HIS will for our lives

Will of God CCCAG 11/24/24 Scripture Reading: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (NIV) Introduction As a pastor, one of the most common things that people ask me to pray about is for God to help them make an important decision. If you are a Christian, God’s plan for your life should be a consideration for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, 2 Corinthians 4:17-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Beginning Of… Pain Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 20, 2010

God curses the universe for our rebellion, but in discipline there is hope.

Scripture Introduction In certain segments of Jewish culture, there is a way of pretending to say something nice, then adding a twist that turns it into a curse. Alan King lists a number of these in his Great Jewish Joke Book: • May you inherit a hotel and die in every room. • May ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:16-24

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

I Made It

Contributed by Charles Jones on Jun 14, 2011

It must also be noted that there is a vast difference between saying "I Made It" and saying "I’ve Got It Made¨.

The familiar statement, "I Made It ", is a statement that implies achievement in the midst of overwhelming odds. It is a proclamation of accomplishment for someone who has had the deck stacked against him. Its a way of saying that, "In spite of the length of the journey; in spite of the roughness ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Some Things We Can Get Excited About Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Jul 4, 2015

With all of the discouragement we face in this world, when we look to the Word of God we find some things that we can get excited about.

Some Things We Can Get Excited About I Peter 1:1-6 Listen online at - https://www.facebook.com/Stockdalebaptist or http://www.stockdalebaptist.com/ Before the current baseball season began, the Atlanta braves announced that this would be a "rebuilding year". As a result I went into this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Ascension Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jun 16, 2016

The ascension of Jesus in Luke 24:50-53 shows us the remarkable manner in which Jesus left his disciples.

Scripture The Gospel of Luke opens with these words in Luke 1:1-4: 1 Inasmuch as many have undertaken to compile a narrative of the things that have been accomplished among us, 2 just as those who from the beginning were eyewitnesses and ministers of the word have delivered them to us, 3 it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:50-53

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Count The Cost Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on May 9, 2022

Paul's Attitude, Paul's Charge, Paul's Purpose, Paul's Energy

Above All: A Study in Colossians Colossians 1:24-29 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 5-08-2022 Freedom! [Brave Heart Clip 3:50 - 5:50] On August 23, 1305 William Wallace was arrested and tried, he was stripped naked, dragged through the streets, hung until he almost died. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:24-29

Denomination: Baptist

Stormy Weather

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Aug 17, 2023

Jesus’ job is not to make things easy for us. It is to save us from sin and death, not from suffering and life. Life includes suffering.

Just a few weeks ago we celebrated the 150th anniversary of this church: a century and a half of vital, energetic, faithful ministry and worship. And in just another couple of weeks we will be closing the door on that history. This is not what you expected when you first embarked on your journey ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Yes We Have A Future

Contributed by Norm Story on Feb 7, 2003

Focus on immediate suffering, or a longer-term perspective?

"Yes, You Do Have a Future" Isaiah 40:26-31 Romans 8:18-28 (Isaiah 40:26-31 NRSV) " Lift up your eyes on high and see: Who created these? He who brings out their host and numbers them, calling them all by name; because he is great in strength, mighty in power, not one is missing. {27} Why do you ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-28, Isaiah 40:26-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

We Must Through Many Tribulations...

Contributed by Joel Sanabria on Jun 12, 2005

Understanding how to obtain the blessings of suffering as Christians.

WE MUST THROUGH MANY TRIBULATIONS... What is tribulation, but that very influence that brings us nearer to the heart of God than prayers or hymns? I think sorrows usually bring us closer to God than joys do, but sorrow, to be of use, must be endured, as Christ’s were, victoriously, carrying with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:19-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Smyrna: 2nd Church Of Revelation

Contributed by Ed Mcneely on Aug 7, 2002

This is the martyred church. Jesus had no condemnation only encouragement for the suffering they would experience. Many still suffered in and for their faith. Christ is still with us.

THE 2ND CHURCH OF REVELATION: Smyrna 3-3-02 Revelation 2:8-11 The first letter was to Ephesus … representing Apostolic Church – the church from Pentecost until about 110 a.d. If you recalled … Jesus commended that church highly … but warned it about drifting away from its first love: · The love of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Will Of God

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Apr 4, 2017

God’s will is not some mysterious thing we SEEK regarding our future (like God’s will for a spouse or a career); rather, as this message reveals, it involves things we DO.

The Will of God Chuck Sligh March 20, 2022 NOTE: PowerPoint slide presentation is available upon request for this sermon at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Ephesians 5:17 – “Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is.” SUGGESTED SCRIPTURE READING: Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:17, Psalm 19:7

Denomination: Baptist

Everyone Needs Encouragement

Contributed by Paul Estabrooks on Oct 24, 2012

Everyone needs encouragement—even the seemingly strong and mature—but especially those who suffer.

Today, in honor of International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church, we will stand and kneel with our brothers and sisters in Christ who share our faith but not our freedom. Second Timothy is the Apostle Paul’s final written communication before his death. He was chained to a soldier ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:15-18

Denomination: *other

"God Help Me With My Attitude”

Contributed by David Yarbrough on Mar 11, 2002

An attitude of joy is an intentional decision followed by a process. This sermon examines some Biblical steps needed for an attitude of joy. 1. Write out your top 5 blessing and thank God for them everyday. 2, Keep things in perspective—God is in contro

“God Help Me With My Attitude” Philippians 1:3-12 Into: There was once a young boy who went to spend the week with his grandfather on the farm. While walking around he noticed the chickens, they were scratching and playing around. The little lad said, “They ain’t got it”. Next he saw a colt in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Carrying The Cross With Jesus

Contributed by Sajeev Painunkal, Sj on Apr 9, 2006

Jesus gave a new meaning to human suffering. Now a suffering person can look at the cross of Jesus and find comfort.

She was a Hindu; but all the same, an active member of the Students’ Christian Movement. Then the shocking news came that she was diagnosed with cancer. She was admitted in a hospital. When we went to see her, I expected her to be very bitter. At such a young age to get such a sickness! But ...read more

Denomination: Catholic