Sermons on Suffering Church:

Choose Faith Over Suffering Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Feb 26, 2010

What happens in our Christian walk when we have enough spiritual maturity to choose FAITH over our suffering?

Sermon Brief Date Written: December 29, 2009 Date Preached: January 03, 2010 Where Preached: Oak Park (AM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: A Series on Job Sermon Title: Choosing FAITH over Suffering Sermon Text: Job 2:9-10 [HCSB] 9 His wife said to him, "Do you still ...read more

Scripture: Job 2:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Church

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Nov 13, 2024

The Church will go through many changes in Mark Jesus says the Temple will tumble and other issues will happen such deceivers will come, persecution will come, wars will happen, nation will rise against nation, earthquakes, famine and these are beginning of birth pains.

Mark 13:1-8 The Church The church Jesus says its future is Remarkable, but yet it will be challenging • The Church needs to watch, out Deceivers will come Watch out that no one deceives you. 6Many will come in my name, claiming, `I am he,' and will deceive many. • The Church will go ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

What Are We To Make Of Suffering?

Contributed by Fredrik Rich on May 6, 2002

This message looks at the place of suffering in the life of the Christian.

Sermon Do you ever wonder what a new preacher or public speaker is going to be like? Perhaps you have some method for finding out whether they’re going to be interesting or not, very quickly. The founder of CWR, and the author of Every Day with Jesus, Selwyn Hughes recently told the story of how ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Suffering Servant: At Odds With The World Series

Contributed by Andy Payne on Jan 3, 2010

“In a world where success is the measure and justification of all things, the figure of him who was sentenced and crucified remains a stranger.” —Dietrich Bonhoeffer, German theologian, pastor, and martyr (1906–1945)

The Suffering Servant “” Isaiah 52:13-53:9 INTRO: By all accounts Jesus is the complete opposite of what you would expect of a religious or political figure, let alone a military commander or battlefield tactician. In reality he was none of these things. He failed to bring about the military ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Church Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Aug 26, 2014

Christ, as head of the church, gave us a model that will lead to unity and love. Are we listening?

Today we begin a short two week series covering what I think is one of the most relevant sections of the New Testament for us today. It gives a very concise, clear picture of how the church and the family are to operate according to God’s design. So please join me as we read Ephesians chapter ...read more

Our Response To The Issue Of Suffering

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Mar 5, 2018

There are multiple ways in which Christians respond to suffering. Most of them are flawed. Why? And what could be the right response?

Our Responses to the issue of Suffering I have spoken on the topic of Suffering on the last two occasions that I have spoken here. I am going to continue the series with another aspect of Suffering. This time we will look at ourselves. How do we respond to the issue of suffering. Leslie and I are ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 44:9-21, Romans 9:20-23, Romans 10:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Glorifying God Through Suffering

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Job's suffering brought glory to God. This evening we see how his and our suffering glorify God.

Introductory Considerations 1. Fred had lived a long and successful life. But time had caught up with him. He knew he was dying and he accepted that. But he sent along time reflecting back over his life. 2. He had been blessed with a good wife, children, and friends. His work did not make him ...read more

Scripture: Job 42:1-6, Job 42:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why Do Christians Suffer?

Contributed by Spencer Miller on May 3, 2003

There are many people in the world today who have suffered greatly for no other reason than that they were followers of the Lord Jesus Christ.

Text: "But and if ye suffer for righteousness’ sake, happy are ye..." Introduction. For the Christian believer no suffering is meaningless. Paul said that,"in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose" (Romans 8:28). But yet there is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:14

Denomination: Baptist

The Do's And Don'ts Of Suffering Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on Dec 15, 2001

Peter gives us instructions on how to deal with suffering.

The Do’s and Don’ts of Suffering Text: 1 Peter 4:12-19 Introduction In Basic Training, soldiers quickly become acquainted with two simple facts about suffering: 1. You will suffer 2. There is a right way and a wrong way to deal with suffering as a Basic Trainee. Ways that will only increase ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Why Do We Suffer?

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Dec 3, 2009

Why do we suffer? Why do bad things happen to good people? Why do are bodies give out on us only after we learn to appreciate what they are capable of? Why do we contract illness in our old age isn’t growing old enough to have to live through without a

Why do we suffer? John Chapter 9:1-11 Bill Wilson, co-founder of Alcoholics Anonymous Jonathan Winters, comedian Boris Yeltsin, former President, Russia Judy Garland, singer, actress Charles Dickens, writer Noel Coward, composer Rosemary Clooney, singer Robert Burns, poet John Bunyan, ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Saved From Long Suffering

Contributed by James ( Jim ) Highland on Aug 26, 2014

Jesus comes to the crowd of suffering gather, calls out to us and heals us.

Title: Saved from Long Suffering Series: Jesus seeks out the needy John 5: 1-9, 18 John’s gospel was written, the author states, “that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in His name” (20:31). By the time John ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

A Supplicating Supplicant Suffers Shame Series

Contributed by Mack Armstrong on Jun 3, 2007

He came running to Jesus, fell at the Master’s feet, and professed great spiritual hunger. When asked about his lateral dealings with his fellow man, he assured Jesus he was spotless and holy regarding these issues of his life.

MARK 10:17-22 A SUPPLICATING SUPPLICANT SUFFERS SHAME I. THE SUPPLICANT: * MARK 10:17, 20 A. Show. Mark 10:17 B. Sincere. Mark 10:20 C. Successful. Mark 10:20 II. THE SAVIOUR: ** MARK 10:18, 19, 21 A. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-22

Denomination: Methodist

Suffering While Having Faith

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Oct 17, 2020

KNOWING THAT YOU CAN MADE BY THE HELP OF THE LORD!!!!

It is my plea that in this instructional lesson this morning that it will comfort us, even in the mist of the adversary that is trying to conquer us.” As we visit this text this morning, we will see that the Jews to whom this book of Hebrews were speaking of, were experiencing much misfortune and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:32-33, Hebrews 11:36, Hebrews 12:11

Denomination: Baptist

Suffering For Doing The Right Thing Series

Contributed by Steve Smith on Oct 14, 2008

A call to do the right thing even when that choice brings suffering. Just as Christ was willing to suffer for our good, we should be willing suffer for doing good toward others.

INTRODUCTION A. Every Christian who lives a godly life experiences a certain amount of persecution. - A Teenager is shunned for being a Christian. (Peer Pressure, sex, cheating,) - An Employee may not advance if not willing to take advantage of another. - An Individual may not be invited to a party ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

Can I Prevent Suffering? Series

Contributed by Raymond Maurer on Jun 28, 2004

We all ask a lot of questions regarding suffering. Can I prevent suffering is the most common question. Outline: (1) Can I prevent suffering? No, even the righteous suffer. (2) Who causes suffering? Satan, but he’s on a leash held by God. (3) How

Title: Can I Prevent Suffering? Text: Job 1.1-22 Series: Job: The Mystery of Suffering Raymond Maurer New Life Christian Church, Wixom, MI www.NewLifeWithGod.com E-mail me if you would like the Power Point Slides (Ray@NewLifeWithGod.com). In 1741 an elderly stooped-over man wandered through the ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational