Sermons on teen suicide:

Run The Play Series

Contributed by Eric Ferguson on May 27, 2008

Teach your teens how to effectively follow through with their commitment to Christ when facing opposition using these three steps gathered from Jehoshaphat’s confrontation.

Opener: Air Guitar Contest Choose contestants that you know will really "ham it up" on stage. Find some music that has a lot of guitar solos. Tell the contestants each will be judged (by the audience’s applause) on how well each can play the "air guitar". Send each contestant in one at a time, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living On Purpose

Contributed by Randy Trotter on Jul 25, 2009

I got this idea from a sermon I saw on SermonCentral. Very few fulfill the purpose of God in their lives so they never fully know the fulness of life God has for them.

“LIVING ON PURPOSE” LWC July 26, 2009 I’ve teaching on “PURPOSE” on Wednesday nights for some weeks now. It’s something God has impressed on my heart. I know that if we are to live any kind of “Righteous, Successful Christian Lives” we need to understand our “PURPOSE” in life, given by God! God ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Joy

Contributed by Thadius Sales on Dec 23, 2018

We all suffer from seasons of sadness, but that does not mean joy is out of reach. In times of depravity, anxiety, pain and suffering, Jesus Christ awaits us to lay it at his feet so that we may be filled with joy.

Season of Sadness (Headline) Have you ever noticed just how different people act during this time of year? There are some who are typically unappealing the entire year who turn into the most wonderful people to be around. And then there are people who are usually very delightful who start becoming ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:8-9

Denomination: United Methodist

Family Values - Week 6 Series

Contributed by Steve Greene on Dec 31, 2018

Thousands of year ago, God put in place 10 key values that can make a difference in the life of every family. The Ten Commandments have stood the test of time. Discover how these important values apply to every single person, every married couple, and every family regardless of size or makeup.

Family Values Week 6 We’re in a series where we are focusing on ten values God gave us in Exodus 20:13. This is Commandment #6. Exodus 20:13 (NIV) 13 "You shall not murder. I know some of you are probably thinking, we can skip this one. Most of us haven’t killed anyone. The only ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:13, Genesis 1:27, Genesis 9:6, Psalm 139:15-16, Job 12:10, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Job 14:5, Matthew 5:21-22, Hebrews 12:15, Proverbs 12:18, James 3:9-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Honesty With God

Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 5, 2005

A sermon encouraging honesty with God (Much taken from Prayers from the Gut: An Honest Prayer Journal for Teens by Steven James. I adapted this to cover older adults)

Evening Sermon for 12/4/2005 Honesty with God Introduction: A. I am thankful for is my relationship with God. What makes me thankful about my relationship with God is that I can be real and honest with God. B. If I was completely open and honest with people, it would be a disaster. C. I am ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"...and Sin Not."

Contributed by Paul Norwood on Sep 19, 2011

Anger, in and of itself, is not a sin. Yet anger can lead to some very serious sins. This sermon was developed to focus on men since many of ladies and teens were on trips..

“…and do not sin.” Text: Psalm 4:1-4 I. Welcome II. Introduction With so many ladies and teens gone, I thought I’d focus on the most likely group remaining – the men. Of course, the lesson will be applicable to all but it’s probably a sin more prevalent among ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 4:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Face Of Folly-Judas Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 17, 2012

Only after his betrayal did Judas feel that he had played the fool. And then he considered that the only appropriate response was to end his life in suicide.

5-19-03 Title: The Face of Folly: Judas Text: “The Son of Man indeed goes just as it is written of Him, but woe to that man by whom the Son of Man is betrayed! It would have been good for that man if he had not been born” (Matthew 26:24). Scripture Reading: Matthew 26:14-16, 47-50; ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

Houston We Have A Problem

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jul 3, 2022

This message is a message on creating stronger marriages.

“Houston, we have a problem!” April 13th, 1970, and the Odyssey’s Commander Jim Lovell uttered words that would go down in History. That wasn’t how Lovell thought he’d be remembered, he thought that he would go down in history as the fifth man to walk on the moon, but a faulty oxygen tank would ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:1-6

Denomination: Wesleyan

God With Us - Hope Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Dec 8, 2015

We learn from the words of Isaiah to Ahaz that we need to adjust our focus, anchor our faith and anticipate our future.

GOD WITH US – HOPE Years ago a submarine was rammed by another ship and quickly it sank to the bottom of the ocean. The entire crew was trapped inside that submarine. Many boats rushed to the disaster, but no one really knew what the submarine crew went through in those few hours ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:7-14

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Wake Up Call

Contributed by Donna Kazenske on Nov 11, 2004

Alcoholism, drug abuse, teen pregnancy, school violence, homosexuality, abortion, child abuse, pornography, rape, robbery and murder pervade our nation. What’s wrong with this picture?

By: Donna J. Kazenske I have felt a new stirring in my heart the last few weeks regarding the spiritual condition of the body of Christ. I am concerned that there are more Christians sleeping (spiritually) than praying. I have watched the United States of America slowly deteriorate over the last ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11

Denomination: *other

If You Really Knew Me Student Guide

Contributed by John Putty on Apr 7, 2011

I took the cultural phenomenon from the MTV show "If you really knew me" and used it as a tool to encourage teens to open up, support and pray for one another.

“If You Really Knew Me!” John 14:7-10 If you really knew me, you would know my Father as well. From now on, you do know him and have seen him. 1. All of us carry within our ___________ emotional hurts, wounds and even scars. 2. God's gave us a remedy/prescription to heal all of of ...read more

Scripture: John 14:7-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jehovah Nissi

Contributed by Bala Samson on Oct 4, 2013

Many have lost the race in life and have either committed suicide or have failed in life, because they have failed to know about Jehovah, who is our strength.

Jehovah Nissi! Genesis 49:23”The archers have bitterly grieved him, Shot at him and hated him. 24 But his bow remained in strength…” Strength! I know all of you need heaps and heaps of them! Come on, I am not talking about physical strength, I’m talking about spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 49:23-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Be An Attractive Youth Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 2, 2021

This proverb is worthless to the millions of teens whose parents are not giving them guidance and instruction. The best thing the church can do for the home is to seek to make it what the Bible assumes it will be and that is a place of learning.

Every young person wants to be attractive. Teens suddenly discover that they are drawn to each other because of their attractiveness, and they want to be attractive themselves. It is then that the mirror, mirror on the wall become the idol of them all. They become very sensitive about their body, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:8-9

The Parable Of The Two Sons & The Pharisee And Publican: The Power Of Humility, The Danger Of Pride Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Aug 28, 2022

I had learned about God when I was 7, 8, 9 years old, into my teens, but as my life became increasingly broken I rejected God, and went my own way in anger and pride.

I had learned about God when I was 7, 8, 9 years old, into my teens, but as my life became increasingly broken I rejected God, and went my own way in anger and pride. In my mind, I recall, I said to myself, we don’t need you God. We’re going to make this planet into a paradise on our own and show ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14, Matthew 21:28-32

Denomination: Salvation Army

One Minute After Death Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Jan 18, 2007

This is the first of five sermons in the series, "Life After Death" that give the Biblical teachings on the Intermediate State, Heaven, Hell, the Judgment and the Christian and Suicide. This sermon describes the Christian after death.

Bob Marcaurelle (Sermon Series- Life After Death) FOR INFORMATION ON BOOKS AND ALSO 832 MESSAGES ON AN AUDION CD- CONTACT “The Pastor’s Pulpit” 2003 Lynn Ave, Anderson, SCm 29621, or call 864-224-0782 for a brochure 1. "ONE MINUTE AFTER DEATH" (The Intermediate State) 2 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:8

Denomination: Baptist