Sermons about Suffering Refines

Church People: My People Series

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Jan 3, 2021

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Greetings in the Holy Name of Jesus Yahshuah, My sisters and brothers, your perception is your reality.

CHURCH PEOPLE: MY PEOPLE by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (January 3, 2021) “But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4: 19, King James Version [KJV]). Greetings in the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:19, Exodus 9:29, Job 4:11, Psalm 23:1, Psalm 34:10 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Friends

The Cry Of Desertion PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 2, 2024

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This sermon explores the profound spiritual significance and lessons derived from Jesus' declaration of thirst during His crucifixion.

Greetings, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. What an honor and privilege it is to gather together as a family, united by our shared faith, to delve into the rich tapestry of God's Word. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to a poignant moment in the narrative of our Lord Jesus Christ's ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28

Topics: Suffering, Thirst

Standing Strong Amidst Trials SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

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This sermon provides encouragement for those currently experiencing suffering, as well as those who may face it in the future. It emphasizes the strength and joy that can be found even in times of hardship.

Today, I want to encourage all of you who are going through difficult times. Despite the challenges we face, we can still find joy and stand strong. No matter what we've been through, we can declare, "I'm still standing!" In his second letter to the Corinthians, Paul addresses three main points: ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-18

Topics: Suffering, Joy

Partnering With One Another PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

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Explore the interconnectedness of partnering with God in proclaiming the Gospel, fellowship in suffering, and the joy of knowing Christ, emphasizing that our joy, purpose, and strength come from our union with Christ.

Good morning, family! We're going to be diving into a passage from the book of Philippians today – a passage that speaks about partnering with God in proclaiming the Gospel, fellowship in suffering, and the joy of knowing Christ. It's interesting how all these elements are interconnected, and as we ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:6-8

Topics: Fellowship, Suffering

Trials: God's Hard Gifts Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jan 13, 2003

based on 36 ratings

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The trials in our life are never easy, but God uses them to refine us into better people.

James 1:1-18 January 12, 2003 Trials - God’s Hard Gifts Last week we looked at the Man James, brother of Jesus. Today, we begin to look at the letter that he left us in the New Testament. Jesus was prophesied to be a man of sorrows, well acquainted with grief; his brother James also had ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-18

Denomination: *other

Time To Celebrate With God

Contributed by Craig Condon on Dec 4, 2015

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When Jesus returns the world will be purified so that he can set up his kingdom here on earth. He will begin the purification process by judging the people.

The passage we heard from Nehemiah a few minutes ago occurs after the completion of the wall around Jerusalem. The foundations were laid both physically and spiritually. The people celebrated because they had experienced a great revival, much like the revivals and crusades led by people such as ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 12:27-31

Denomination: Anglican

God Is Good...but Life Stinks Sometimes! Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Sep 18, 2023

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This sermon challenges hearers to consider reasons for suffering that comes into our lives.

“GOD IS GOOD, BUT LIFE STINKS SOMETIMES” FBCF – 9/19/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – A few things we all have in common w/ each other: - All of us have a mother & a father. - All of us are breathing oxygen right now. - All of us need water to live. - All of us will suffer in this life – To put it ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:6, 1 Chronicles 16:34, Psalm 23:6, Psalm 25:8, Psalm 27:13, Psalm 145:9, Mark 10:18, Galatians 6:7-8, James 1:2-4, Romans 5:3-5, Romans 8:28 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Wayfaring Strangers A Study Of 1 Peter Part 22- " Are We There Yet?" Series

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Sep 4, 2018

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part 22 of our 1 Peter study

Wayfaring Strangers A study of 1 Peter Part 22 “Are we there yet?” As we near the end of our study of 1 Peter We come to a few more words of hope Let me remind you Peter wrote to believers who Because of their belief No longer felt as if they belonged They had suffered hardships And ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

Access Granted! Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Sep 22, 2025

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Based on Romans 5:1-11 - Challenges hearers to consider that Jesus saves us for life in heaven & strengthens us for life on earth.

“ACCESS GRANTED” Romans 5:1-11 FBCF – 9/21/25 Jon Daniels INTRO – Words have meaning. If I were to walk into this room & yell, “FIRE!”, it would have a significant effect on everyone here. “Goodbye” has meaning, a finality to it, so much so that many times at the funeral of a Christian ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Defining Trials Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jul 4, 2010

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Trials are designed to teach us so that our conduct and character changes.

Defining Trials Hebrews 12:5-11 Rev. Brian Bill 7/4/10 About two weeks ago I received a phone call from someone who was in great distress. After recounting the details of what had happened, the following question was uttered in a loud, yet broken voice: “Pastor Brian, does God hate ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

High Seas 4 - The Disciples Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Jul 24, 2011

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Jesus has an agenda that is more important than our personal comfort and ease of life.

Dakota Community Church July 24, 2011 High Seas 4 – The Disciples Luke 6:46-49 46 “Why do you call me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ and do not do what I say? 47 I will show you what he is like who comes to me and hears my words and puts them into practice. 48 He is like a man building a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:46-49

Denomination: Mennonite

Week 4: Rethinking A Quid Pro Quo Kind Of Faith (Sermon Adapted From Pete Metzger) Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on May 23, 2021

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Do we think that goes owes us for what we do for him?

Quid pro quo. Do you know what that Latin phrase means? It translates literally as “this for that.” Conversationally, we might say, “I scratch your back, you scratch mine.” For example, if I head out on vacation and ask my neighbor to take my garbage to the curb while I’m away, it’s perfectly ...read more

Scripture: Job 21:7-9, Job 21:13-15, Job 21:17, Job 31:1-4, Job 31:7-8, Job 31:21-28, Job 13:19-25, Job 29:2-6 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Lutheran

Afflictions Of God's People

Contributed by Clarence Clough on May 24, 2008

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An important thing for us to think about is how do we cope with suffering?

The Unique Afflictions of God’s People Text: 2 Cor. 1:6-11 Intro: "When Samuel Rutherford [ 17th Century Scottish Presbyterian theologian and author ] found himself in the cellar of adversity, as he often did , he began to look around for ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:6-11

Denomination: Church Of God

It Will Be Worth It All Series

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Jun 26, 2008

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Our suffering does not match the good news that awaits us in eternity. We can be encouraged that one day, we will find our ultimate comfort.

It Will Be Worth It All Griffith Baptist Church – 6/29/08 A.M. Service Text: Romans 8:18-22 Key verse: Romans 8:18 - For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us. The Introduction There once was an oyster whose ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-22

Denomination: Baptist

Crushed Expectations

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 8, 2009

based on 14 ratings

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Here’s a word that will help the body deal with pain, sufferring, and disappointment. A big blessing to our church!

Crushed Expectations Text: Psalm 6:1-7 O LORD, do not rebuke me in Your anger, Nor chasten me in Your hot displeasure. 2 Have mercy on me, O LORD, for I am weak; O LORD, heal me, for my bones are troubled.3 My soul also is greatly troubled; But You, O LORD—how long? 4 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 6:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

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