Sermons on Theodicy Problem:

10 Problems Caused By Prayerlessness

Contributed by Glynda Lomax on Jul 14, 2018

What happens when God's people stop praying

(This is a good sermon for the Christmas season when everyone is so busy buying gifts that other priorities fall by the wayside – see also 11 Reasons Why Christians Stop Praying.) With the big holiday season upon us, for sure we will all be busier, even if we celebrate less than others. Heavier ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

So You Have A Problem.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Oct 15, 2022

What is your problem? Is it sickness, addiction, your spouse or the lack of one, rebellious children, lack of finances, an overbearing boss, a sorry job? What’s your problem?

So You Have A Problem. Philippians 4:11-13NKJV Rev. Mike Quarles writes, during the spring blizzard of 1993, our house was without power for a day. Therefore, I went over to my sons house. I was watching the video, Beauty and the beast with my four year old granddaughter Kaitlyn. In one of the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:11-13, Colossians 2:9-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Bible And Emotional Problems: Introduction Series

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Aug 9, 2021

Humans are complex beings. We have many different aspects, such as the physical, intellectual, social, spiritual, or emotional aspects. Because of sin, we experience negative feelings that, if left unmanaged, can bother us, disturb our daily activities, and eventually destroy our lives

Humans are complex beings. We have many different aspects, such as the physical, intellectual, social, spiritual, or emotional aspects. And each of those aspects affects all the other ones. For example, if a person is hungry, they may be unhappy and therefore sensitive. That is the physical ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-5, Proverbs 17:22, Psalm 25:16, Genesis 3:6-7, 1 Kings 19:1-18, 1 Peter 5:10, James 1:2-4, John 11:35, Psalm 42:5, John 14:27, 1 Timothy 4:8, Philippians 4:8, Psalm 19:7, Romans 8:21-22, 1 Samuel 16:14, Jonah 4:3, Psalm 23:3, Proverbs 4:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Problems Of Pain Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 7, 2025

God can use pain to bring us to Himself and perfect us.

A. THREE MYTHS ABOUT PAIN 1. God’s children are not supposed to suffer pain. 2. If I hurt, there must be something wrong with me. 3. If I hurt, there must be something wrong with God. B. WHY PAIN? 1. “If God were good, He would wish to make His creatures perfectly happy and if God were ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:10, Romans 8:18

Denomination: Baptist

2 Positive In The Midst Of Problems Series

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Aug 25, 2025

how can we be and stay positive when things are going wrong?

NEED a TeaBag [dot on white paper] Introduction: Welcome back to week two of our series, “Be Positive.” Last week we looked at how changing our focus can shape our thoughts and attitudes. Today, we’re going to tackle something that every single one of us faces in life — • problems. • Trials. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

I Have A God Problem

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Sep 1, 2024

This sermon will explore how, in the face of "God problems"—situations without human solutions—the key to experiencing safety, security, and peace that transcends all understanding lies in faith in the risen Savior.

I Have A God Problem Exodus 2:1-3:14 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Life is a journey that must be traveled, regardless of the condition of the roads. While a fortunate few may seem to glide through life with ease, most people encounter formidable challenges—whether ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:1-6

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

The Problems And Consequences Of Half Obedience Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 9, 2022

King Rehoboam provides a striking example of what half obedience can lead us into.

- This sermon series will start with Rehoboam and go through the Babylonian captivity. - Rehoboam is the son of Solomon. TIMES THAT HALF OBEDIENCE CREATES PROBLEMS: 1. When we listen for what we want to hear. - 2 Chronicles 10:1-19. - Asks for three days, listens to the wrong counselors. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 10:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Big Problems, Bigger Solutions

Contributed by Dave Nichols on Jan 8, 2024

I wonder if you have ever had anyone ask you something like this? Do you want the good news or the bad news first?

As I was headed to Brookhaven the other day to do my radio show, I was listening to the station and as the anchor was either coming out of a break or into a break, his bumper music really bothered me. It was a song by Jelly Roll, yea don’t look him up, I did and was not impressed. But back to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23

Denomination: Baptist

God's Antidote For A Deadly Problem PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 7, 2023

This sermon explores the cross as our connection to God's grace, an antidote to sin, mirroring the bronze snake's role in the wilderness for the Israelites.

Hey there, everyone! It's so good to see all your faces. I'm excited to share with you today a message that I believe God has put on my heart. It's a message that I think is incredibly relevant to all of us, no matter where we are in our faith journey. You know, I was reading recently a book by the ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 21:6-9, John 3:14-16

Topics: Cross, Salvation

Out Of The Whirlwind: Born To Trouble Series

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Oct 16, 2021

What job encounters in our text this week is a god who overwhelms and transforms him, even in the depth of his pain.

There’s nothing wrong with once in a while leaving the place of worship awestruck. It would become tiring on a weekly basis, but now and then, it is good to tremble at the threshold of the throne of God. I wonder this morning Wesley Does anyone come to worship expecting to encounter the living ...read more

Scripture: Job 38:1-11, Job 38:31-41

Denomination: United Methodist

Zechariah's Praise - God Has Come! Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Dec 16, 2012

Zechariah's praise reaches reminds us that God has provided an answer to the sorrows and evil that is in this world today. The answer is found in the reality that GOD HAS COME to us in the person of the Lord Jesus Christ.

Where is God when tragedy strikes? On Thursday we learned of another devastating tragedy in one of our nation’s schools. Another massacre of innocent children by a crazed murderer - this time in Newtown Connecticut. Where is God when 20 children and 6 teachers are gunned down in an ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:68-79

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dear God, What Were You Thinking Series

Contributed by John Salley on Jun 18, 2012

This message reaches from Genesis to Revelation in explaining that when God first created our world it was "very good." Since the fall of humanity, God has been working to restore creation and we are invited to help

God, what were you thinking? ( Series: Questions I would ask God) Genesis 1:31-2:3, Isaiah 11:1-10, Revelation 21:1-6 NOTE: Sermon Central friends. As one who has long benefited by reading and extracting from other's sermons on this site. I have finally decided to contribute a summer series ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

If God Is Good, Why Is There Suffering?

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Apr 3, 2022

This message probes the question of theodicy. How are we to understand suffering? How do we develop a healthy and Biblical Theology of Suffering?

April 3, 2022 Sermon - Hard Questions Series; “If God is Good, Why is There Suffering?” Where IS God when things go wrong? If God is good, why is there suffering? Today is the last in our short series where we have been exploring hard questions of the Bible, of God. I hope you’ve enjoyed this ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-19, Revelation 21:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dealing With Adversity Series

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Nov 24, 2010

As we look at the life & experiences of Nehemiah we find again & again that Nehemiah deals with problems & decisions that are very relevant to us today.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (This is the seventh of a Leadership series featuring Nehemiah. Some ideas & illustrations in these messages were based on or ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 5:14-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ