Sermons on Tares In The Midst:

Faith In The Midst Of Despair Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jul 26, 2017

Jairus had a great need, and he met One greater than his need. When he faced an impossibility, Jesus provided life. We all have difficulties beyond our control. We have great needs, and we serve a great Christ for our needs.

Faith in the midst of Despair Mark 5: 21-24; 35-43 Following the great miracle in Gadara where the demonic was healed, Jesus made His way back across the Sea of Galilee. Most agree He returned to the region around Capernaum, the home-base for His ministry. As soon as Jesus steps out of the boat, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Baptist

Angels In Our Midst Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Feb 7, 2016

Angels are everywhere at Christmas time too. When you go back to the first Christmas, almost every major character in the Christmas story has an encounter with an angel

Angels in Our Midst Luke 2:8-20 Natalie Hullander tells the story of her three-year-old son, Zac who was diagnosed with leukemia. Questions for God abounded: “Will God keep Zac safe? Will he be okay?” Zac checked into Hemby Children’s Hospital in Charlotte, North Carolina. One ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Methodist

Advancing In The Midst Of Adversity Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 23, 2016

The difficulties associated with our modern day are reaching new levels of intensity. The majority is not interested in the Word or worship. As difficult as it may be, we remain obligated to serve the Lord and reach others. We can advance for Christ.

Advancing in the Midst of Adversity 1 John 2: 24-29 Take a moment to consider the great challenges John spoke of in our last study. He warned the spirit of antichrist was already among us, seeking to undermine the church and hinder her ministry. He reminds us that we are living in the last time, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:24-29

Denomination: Baptist

Hope In The Midst Of Suffering Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jul 21, 2016

Job struggles with his mortality. He blames God for his suffering, yet speaks of God's faithfulness.

Job 14:7-15, 19:23-27 “Hope in the Midst of Suffering” INTRODUCTION In his first letter to the Corinthians, Paul writes, “And now faith, hope and love abide, these three; and the greatest of these is love” (1 Corinthians 13:13). Paul is certainly correct. Life without ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Perseverance In The Midst Of Persecution Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Sep 17, 2016

A sermon examining how to keep on when trouble comes your way.

Perseverance In The Midst Of Persecution Acts 4:1-22 Kayla Mueller was a young woman who traveled to Turkey in 2012 to assist Syrian refugees. After some time she entered Syria with her boyfriend and was captured by ISIS. She was forced into marriage to ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi. Following ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Protected In The Midst Of It All

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jan 29, 2017

This message focuses on Lot and how even though he was surrounded by wickedness he kept his righteousness which ultimately led to the Lord saving him.

Protected In The Midst Of It All Scriptures: Gen. 12;4-5; 13:5-11;18:32-19:10; 2 Pet. 2:4-9; Phil. 4:6-8 Introduction In my message last week I asked you if you were a starter or a finisher. I acknowledged the fact that you can’t finish something unless you first start it and that there ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Peace In The Midst Of The Storm" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Jan 30, 2017

What do you do when you are in a storm? W have 3 options.

“Finding Peace in the Midst of the Storm” Mark 4:35-41 If I were to ask you this morning this question—what is the one thing this world needs? What would you say? That question has been posed many times; including in beauty pageants. Here is one featuring Sandra Bullock in the movie Miss ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Baptist

Peace In The Midst Of Panic

Contributed by Rick Dinkins on Mar 28, 2020

An artist was commissioned by a wealthy man to paint something that would depict true peace....(Author Unknown).

Mark 4:35-41 An artist was commissioned by a wealthy man to paint something that would depict peace. After a great deal of thought, the artist painted a beautiful country scene. There were green fields with cows standing in them, birds were flying in the blue sky and a lovely little village lay in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Baptist

Courage In The Midst Of Crisis

Contributed by Rick Dinkins on Mar 31, 2020

You can count on God and Have Courage in the Midst of Crisis!

COURAGE IN THE MIDST OF CRISIS Deuteronomy 31:6 (KJV) 6 Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the LORD thy God, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee. INTRODUCTION: There is a story of a family whose house caught fire. As each ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:6

Denomination: Baptist

Hosanna In The Midst Of A Pandemic

Contributed by Ezekiel Ette on Apr 7, 2020

The world is in a locked down mode this Palm Sunday. Streets are empty and businesses are closed. We are told to stay home and if we must venture out, to avoid touching our face and to wear mask to avoid spreading the deadly Corona Virus.

Palm Sunday “HOSANNA” IN THE MIDST OF A PANDEMIC Ezekiel Ette, Ph.D. (Matt 21 : 1 – 11) As they approached Jerusalem and came to Bethphage on the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two disciples, 2 saying to them, “Go to the village ahead of you, and at once you will find a donkey tied there, with her ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 9:9

Denomination: United Methodist

In The Midst Of Our Struggles

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 9, 2019

Following Jesus' crucifixion, the disciples hid within the Upper Room, fearful of the Jews and uncertain of their future. In their time of need, Jesus came, standing their midst, while speaking to their situation. I am thankful He remains in the midst of our struggles as well.

In the midst of our Struggles John 20: 19-29 As believers, we are aware that Jesus will never leave us, nor will He ever forsake us. Those who have been saved by His grace are indwelt with the Holy Spirit. He is our constant companion and guide. While we may not always be aware of the Lord’s ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-29

Denomination: Baptist

In The Midst Of Our Struggles

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 9, 2019

Following Jesus' crucifixion, the disciples hid within the Upper Room, fearful of the Jews and uncertain of their future. In their time of need, Jesus came, standing their midst, while speaking to their situation. I am thankful He remains in the midst of our struggles as well.

In the midst of our Struggles John 20: 19-29 As believers, we are aware that Jesus will never leave us, nor will He ever forsake us. Those who have been saved by His grace are indwelt with the Holy Spirit. He is our constant companion and guide. While we may not always be aware of the Lord’s ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-29

Denomination: Baptist

Patience In The Midst Of Sufferings

Contributed by Terry Denis on Aug 5, 2019

A common definition of Patience: “Patience is the capacity to accept or endure trouble or suffering without getting angry or upset”

I - Introduction: 1. We learned about the Long Suffering of God a. The long suffering of God leads to repentance. 1. Romans 2:4 4 Or do you show contempt for the riches of his kindness, forbearance and patience, not realizing that God’s kindness is intended to lead you to repentance? 2. 2 ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

In The Midst Of Chaos - Be Still

Contributed by Jimmy Dillon on Jun 27, 2018

Encouragement found in God's Word to just Be Still in the midst of all the chaos in the world today

Intro Events happening in the world; terrorism (foreign & domestic) (Virginia/North Carolina) We are a nation that is coming to a climax of division Could have a second civil war? Could be on brink of WW3? Many get worked up…even me at times But then God! As I read this passage He is telling ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Worship In The Midst Of Weeping

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Nov 6, 2012

We must worship God no matter our circumstances.

Worship in the Midst of Weeping November 4, 2012 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must worship God no matter our circumstances. Focus Passage: 2 Samuel 15:24-37 Supplemental Passage: There is an appointed time for everything. And there is a time ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 15:24-37

Denomination: Baptist