Sermons on The Enigma Of Suffering:

What To Do In Pain Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 7, 2025

God is not the author of pain or suffering.

A. GOD IS NOT THE AUTHOR OF PAIN OR SUFFERING 1. God created a perfect man and placed Him in a perfect environment. 2. Pain and suffering are the consequences of living in a fallen world. “To the woman He said: ‘I will greatly multiply your sorrow and your conception; In pain you shall bring ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:16-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Lamentation Of Jesus.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 26, 2024

A warning, and the long-suffering of God.

THE LAMENTATION OF JESUS. Matthew 23:34-39. 1. Context. Matthew 23:13-33. Jesus spares not to warn those who are on the path to ‘the damnation of hell’ (cf. Matthew 23:33), using such expressions as ‘woe unto you’ (eight times), ‘hypocrites’ (seven times), ‘blind guides’ or ‘fools and blind’ ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:34-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

21 Thoughts For Meditation On The Crucifixion Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 22, 2001

This sermon is about the nature of the sufferings of Jesus Christ and it often reflects the sufferings we face in our own life.

21 THOUGHTS FOR MEDITATION ON THE CRUCIFIXION OF JESUS CHRIST 1) JESUS SUFFERED FOR THE BENEFIT OF OTHERS: Often we are willing to suffer for our own benefit but let us learn to suffer for the benefit of others. SCRIPTURE REFERENCE ********************************** Isaiah 53:4-6 Surely he ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:4-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Groan And The Glory Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Sep 24, 2004

Our suffering in this life is a prelude to glory. God will end suffering and decay and give us new and immortal bodies.

The Groan and the Glory Rom. 8:18-25 INTRO.: Charlie Brown illustration. Charlie was about to kick a field goal and Lucy held the ball. When Charlie kicked, she moved the ball. He kicked so hard that he flew into the air and landed flat on his back with a groan, "Aaaaargh." We all groan while in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Truth In Advertising The Christian Life

Contributed by William Mouser on Mar 14, 2006

Suffering for the gospel is an indispensable part of the gospel. Faith that perseveres through suffering is rewarded with the victory of Christ’s resurrection.

Psalm 16, Genesis 22:1-14, Romans 8:31-39, Mark 8:31-38 There is a body of legislation on the books in most states today that we might call “truth in advertising laws.” They were enacted by state legislatures over the past several decades in order to protect consumers from false advertising ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Peace In Our Storms

Contributed by Bruce Willis on Jan 5, 2007

This is a sermon on suffering from The Exchanged Life perspective which seeks to bring believers to victory and peace through such suffering.

Every Christian knows what it’s like to be in a storm. We’ve all heard the saying – we’re either IN a storm, just came OUT of one, or you’re headed INTO a storm. In fact, our storms are tailor made for us. Our storms are designed to show the sufficiency of our Lord Jesus Christ for our lives. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Baptist

God Loves You.

Contributed by Ken Henson on Nov 6, 2015

God loves you. Suffering is difficult to understand, but God suffers to show His love and We may have to suffer as well to show His love but the main point is God loves you

I only have one point to make today. God loves you. (there will be two sub-points, but that’s the only point). I love to tell the story . . . I love to tell the story of unseen things above Of Jesus and His glory, of Jesus & His love I love to tell the story because I know tis true It ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: *other

Becoming "Super" Conquerors Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Mar 30, 2003

Do you know someone who is suffering, either Physically or Emotionally? Have you ever suffered? Have you ever seen suffering that seemed unfair? We are indeed living in a time of suffering. What we have here is a statement from God that shows us how

Becoming “Super” Conquerors Romans 8:18–39 THESIS: To show how God helps us overcome suffering. INTRODUCTION Have you noticed lately that you can’t buy just plain dish detergent any more? How about detergent? Even bleach, you can’t even buy just plain bleach anymore. Everything today is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Three Groans

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Mar 18, 2004

We can take comfort and renew our hope when we suffer in the knowledge that God understands and suffers with us

Three Groans Romans 8:18-27 A MINISTER WAS CALLED TO THE BEDSIDE OF A DYING MAN. When he arrived at the house, the man’s wife said, “I’m sorry, but you’re too late. He lapsed into unconsciousness and I don’t think he will come around again.” The minister said, “Well, if you don’t mind, I ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-27

Denomination: Wesleyan

Carrying The Cross With Jesus

Contributed by Sajeev Painunkal, Sj on Apr 9, 2006

Jesus gave a new meaning to human suffering. Now a suffering person can look at the cross of Jesus and find comfort.

She was a Hindu; but all the same, an active member of the Students’ Christian Movement. Then the shocking news came that she was diagnosed with cancer. She was admitted in a hospital. When we went to see her, I expected her to be very bitter. At such a young age to get such a sickness! But ...read more

Denomination: Catholic

The Problem Of Pain

Contributed by Greg Yort on Apr 23, 2018

Are you experiencing pain and suffering today? You are not alone. Jesus Christ suffered greatly. He died the most horrific death. If you are suffering today, draw closer to God and he will draw closer to you.

Turn your Bibles to Romans 5:1-5 1 Therefore, since we have been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. 2 Through him we have also obtained access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and we rejoice in hope of the glory of God. 3 Not only that, We rejoice ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Church Of God

Why God, Why?

Contributed by Francis Camacho on Jul 3, 2002

Making sense of our sufferings and pains

Why God? Why? Making sense of our sufferings Romans 5:3-10 Romans 5:3-10 3 Not only this, but we also rejoice in sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, 4 and endurance, character, and character, hope. 5 And hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:3-10

Denomination: Baptist

Job- When Life Hurts Part 1

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 25, 2001

How not to counsel those who are suffering!

JOB- When Life hurts! Theme of the Book: How should righteous people suffer? Key Verse: Job 3:26 "I have no peace, no quietness. I have no rest, but only turmoil. Key Word: Trials Outline: I. Prologue Job’s test 1:1-2:13 II. False comfort of his three friends. ...read more

Scripture: Job 8:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Life Hurts Part 2

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 7, 2001

How should righteous people suffer?

JOB- When Life hurts! - part 2 Veterans Day Clip! Theme of the Book: How should righteous people suffer? Key Verse: Job 3:26 "I have no peace, no quietness. I have no rest, but only turmoil. Key Word: Trials Introduction: Job is the oldest book in the Bible. Genesis was not written ...read more

Scripture: Job 3:26, James 1:2-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Rejected Savior

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 1, 2002

This is the first of 4 suffering servant messages.

INTRODUCTION  Today we are going to step out of the series on the Sermon on the Mount to do a short four message series from the book of Isaiah.  I wanted to take us to Isaiah because of the fact that Resurrection Sunday is coming in a few weeks. The book of Isaiah is a great ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ