Sermons on Tares In The Midst:

Comfort For The Brokenhearted - Matthew 5:4 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 4, 2024

How can you find comfort from God in the midst of deep suffering? This message will help you understand what it looks like to be “sorrowful, yet always rejoicing” (2 Corinthians 6:10) by receiving God’s comfort in the midst of your suffering.

Matthew 5:1-12 Now when he saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him, 2 and he began to teach them, saying: 3 "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. 5 Blessed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4

Can Salvation Be Lost?

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Oct 23, 2022

This is a Word I believe God wants His people to hear today, because we are living in a time and season where the wheat will be separated from the tares in the church. There is a move of God coming to this world and to this nation that will be unlike any we have ever seen in our lifetime.

CAN SALVATION BE LOST? This is a Word I believe God wants His people to hear today, because we are living in a time and season where the wheat will be separated from the tares in the church. There is a move of God coming to this world and to this nation that will be unlike any we have ever seen ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Heart Examination

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

But this baby is not the only one in our midst with heart problems, not the only one here who needs a new heart.

Introductory Considerations 1. Today we get right into the heart of the matter of what being a Christian is all about. We have witnessed the baptism of Chance, Griffen and Gary. We have heard three people make confession of faith. And now we are each asked to examine ourselves. 2. We rejoice that ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 11:16-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Rejoice Always

Contributed by Carla Powell on Jan 8, 2003

Sermon highlights joy in the midst of pain, defines the Latin word Gaudete. Reflection on the difference between joy and happiness.

Grace be to you and peace from the One who was, and is, and is to come. Amen. Today is the third Sunday in Advent, which was historically called Gaudete Sunday, from the Latin word for ‘rejoice’. Gaudete Sunday is the Sunday, if we had a pink candle in our Advent wreath, that we would light the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Yet Will I Praise Him!

Contributed by Mike Hays on Jan 27, 2002

In the midst of heartache and suffering the Psalmist assures us that we can still praise God for His faithfulness and mercy.

Yet Will I Praise Him! Psalm 46 Grief is greatest when love abounds. Is it any wonder that so many hearts all across our city and far beyond have been shattered with the loss of our precious sister Jill? Is it any wonder that we ache when we think about the struggle that our brother Jason is still ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We've Got It Made In The Shade

Contributed by Edward Frey on Sep 12, 2001

In the midst of our nation’s tragedy, we can find rest and shelter in God’s abiding presence

Psalm 91:1,2 “He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say to the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God in whom I trust.” If you’d go to the beach, you’d see an ironic sight – people in swimsuits sitting underneath umbrellas. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-2

Denomination: Lutheran

Our Lord Lifts Up The Downcast

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Aug 1, 2005

PENTECOST 11(B) - Our Lord lifts up the downcast: in the midst of despair God’s strength delivers.

OUR LORD LIFTS UP THE DOWNCAST 1 KINGS 19:3-8 - July 31, 2005 - Pentecost 11 Dearest Fellow-Redeemed and Saints in the Lord: How was your week this past week? At times some days are better than others, and at other times the days seem to be worse. Of course, we all had to struggle with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:3-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus Is The Lord Of The Storm! Series

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Sep 20, 2004

part seven of "A purpose driven life". We were created to be like Christ even in the midst of trials.

Mark 4:35-41 As evening came, Jesus said to his disciples, ?Let?s cross to the other side of the lake.? 36 He was already in the boat, so they started out, leaving the crowds behind (although other boats followed). 37 But soon a fierce storm arose. High waves began to break into the boat until it ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Things Worth Remembering At Christmas

Contributed by Doug Warren on Nov 28, 2005

In the midst of the hustle and bustle of the season, we should remember the things found in Luke 2 about the first Christmas

Intro: At Christmas, we should re-visit and remember the following aspects of the first Christmas from Luke chapter 2 I. The SHEPHERDS (V.8) Angels announcement to the "common man" in fact, the "lower than common" in that society. II. The SIGN (V.9-12) "lying in a manger"= ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Be Afraid. Jesus' Glory Days Are (Still) Here!

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Apr 16, 2010

The vision the Apostle John received on Patmos reminds us that Jesus is standing in our midst and reigning on our behalf.

Today is the last day of regular season games in the NHL. That means the Stanley Cup playoffs are upon us. Of course Oiler fans won’t have anything to cheer about this year. Nor did they have much to cheer about the year before that. 2006 was their last good year in recent memory. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:9-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Claiming Life Series

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Nov 4, 2009

I am the resurrection and the life is God’s promise for a new life in the midst of the most painful of all situations

The processional hymn will be "A Mighty Fortress is Our God" and among other sons will be Wondrous Cross and an older Petra song, "Grave Robber". I don’t know will preach but I hope texts include John 11. And I hope whoever preaches includes an invitation for people to hear God and commit ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Great Faith Scrutinizes Human Counsel!

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Feb 16, 2009

Do you want to know how to be able to give good counsel and point people to hope in the midst of their suffering?

Great Faith Scrutinizes Human Counsel! Job 4-5 PROPOSITION: Because Christ showed compassion to you at the cross, you must compassionately point people to hope through a genuine saving faith in the midst of their suffering. I. TRUE FAITH DEPENDS ON THE WRITTEN WORD OF GOD! A. Your ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Way Of The Blessed

Contributed by Mark Clarke on Sep 21, 2007

in the midst of all this uncertainty and change, one thing remains sure, one thing is certain -- the Word of the Living God!

The way of the Blessed -- “of God...from us...in you” (1Thess 2:13-17) Intro - Our World is certainly in uncertain times -- 40 were killed by terrorists in India, wildfires in Greece, earthquakes in Japan & Peru, Hurricane Dean in Mexico & here at home floods, drought & an uneasy economy. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:13-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Complete Unity Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Sep 26, 2005

Our Lord is praying that, in the midst of a divisive, confrontational world, Christians might attain a unity of faith and purpose.

“Complete Unity” Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts From John 17, "Our Lord’s Prayer for His Disciples" (sermon series) John 17:20-23, “My prayer is not for them alone. I pray also for those who will believe in Me through that they may all be one, Father, ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-23

Denomination: Congregational

Know Where You Are Going Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 3, 2008

We are in teh midst of an amazing race. We need to know where we are going if we are going to win!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • How many of you watch the show the Amazing Race? • The Amazing Race is one of those reality shows in which teams of two travel all around the world. • There are several legs to the journey. During each leg of the journey, the teams are presented with unique challenges ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ