Sermons on Theodicy Problem:

God Is Not Looking For Know It All People Series

Contributed by Dr. Amen Howard on Aug 3, 2013

You will identify 2 types of rest, v.28 says: I will give you rest, In v.29 says: you will find rest. So there is a rest god gives you, and there is a rest you will find. v.30 god is saying here, my work my business is easy.

Jesus was explaining in this scripture as he taught the people something fundamental about the work of the ministry. The first thing he told them is: COME UNTO ME all ye that labour and are hearty laden, that is how we were all before we come to know Christ. We were laden with Sins, with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30, 2 Corinthians 3:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Worship Of Waiting (Psalm 37) Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Aug 26, 2019

We know God wins in the end. But what do we do in the meantime, when evil seems to be winning?

The Worship of Waiting (Psalm 37) Good morning! Please turn in your Bibles to Psalm 37. One of my all-time favorite books is “Children’s Letters to God.” It’s a collection of prayers, observations, questions, and complaints, with the handwriting, grammar, and punctuation of the children that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:19-21, Matthew 5:39-45, Isaiah 6:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

A Smooth Sea Never Made A Skilled Sailor.

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Jul 25, 2020

These trials or test, this virus, these riots are taking a toll on us.

Sermon Title: A smooth sea never made a skilled sailor. Scripture Text: John 16:33 As we consider all these trials or test, this virus, and these riots that are taking a toll on us. Let us push God to the forefront of our lives. John 16:33 (NLT) 33 I have told you all this so that you may have ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33, 1 Corinthians 10:13, 1 Peter 4:12-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Weary Of Doing Good Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jul 6, 2021

The Apostle Paul does not want the Thessalonians to grow weary of doing good and serving and living faithfully to God while they wait for His second coming.

WEARY OF DOING GOOD 2 Thessalonians 3:1-18 #2Thessalonians3 INTRODUCTION This morning we are finishing up our series on 1 and 2 Thessalonians and we are focusing on 2 Thessalonians 3. REASON 1 I think one of the reasons that obeying the command that caught my eye in 2 Thessalonians 3 is difficult ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fix It Jesus

Contributed by Lacy Scott on Aug 29, 2020

We wonder what can we do to fix our world; but I want you to know that no matter how much we try to fix a situation, it will and can only be fixed by divine intervention.

In this day and time of murders, robberies, wars and infidelity, we can see that there is something wrong with our society today. Our society has been broken in many ways and the moral decline is just a part of it. Time and time again, we wake up to see on our local news where someone has been ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirit Of Misinterpreting Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 11, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore what this spirit is, why it's attacked in relationships, who's vulnerable to it, and how to avoid it.

In relationships, communication is key to building trust, understanding, and harmony. However, a subtle yet destructive force can creep in, causing misunderstandings, conflicts, and even breakups. This force is known as the spirit of misinterpreting. In this sermon, we'll explore what this ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-10, Matthew 7:1-2

Making The Most Of Opportunities Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Feb 10, 2025

Since the gospel changes everything, it must change everything about us.

Making the Most of Opportunities Philippians 1:12-18 Rev. Brian Bill January 25-26, 2025 I appreciated John Stonestreet’s recent Breakpoint Commentary called, “Everybody Was Talking About Jesus Monday Night, Even Scott Van Pelt.” Here’s an excerpt. Outspoken faith has been part of the story ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

Facing The Storms Of Life May Be Easier Than You Think.

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Aug 13, 2023

Peter and experienced fisherman was trying to endure a bad storm, yet he went from fear and terror to hope and encouragement in an instant, and we can follow likewise, by keeping our focus on him and on success.

“Please join me in my prayer.” Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of our hearts, be acceptable in your sight, O Lord, our strength, and our redeemer. Amen. (Ps. 19:14) Introduction: In today’s reading, we hear of Jesus walking on water, a reading we have heard many times before, but it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Episcopal

Provoking Thoughts From (3 John)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 10, 2022

Again, I want to bring to your attention the fact that second and third John are very small books,

but to say they were insignificant would be like saying a person who is short is not significant. We know that size does not have anything to do with significance. However, there is a contrast between second and third John. For example, Remember, we mentioned in the previous message that some ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

What Does It Look Like When God Finally Answers? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 10, 2023

After years of what felt like silence from God, Joseph finally gets his moment when the pieces come together. What can we learn from his experience?

A LONG TIME WAITING: Joseph finally gets his answer. - Genesis 41:1-57. - Overview the story. - No doubt Joseph wondered countless times why he was in the place and shape that he was in. Now he finally gets an answer. Not a complete reckoning but one that fills in the major pieces. WHAT DOES ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:1-57

Denomination: Baptist

The Spiritually Healthy Heart Series

Contributed by Rick Duncan on Sep 7, 2005

The heart of the human problem is the problem of the human heart.

The heart of the human problem is the problem of the human heart. That means that the heart of my problem is the problem of my heart. And the heart of your problem is the problem of your heart. Jeremiah 17:9 says, “The heart is deceitful and desperately wicked…” Watch over your heart with all ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:4-8

Denomination: Baptist

How Can The Lord Help Me Overcome The Problems Of Disobedient Children?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Outrageous conduct is not done for reasons of ignorance of God’s standards of truth, but is caused by self will, rebellion and one’s own sinful desires. Only the Lord’s love is able to break through to some stubborn hearts and minds.

What Should I Do With My Disobedient Children? 1. Ask the Lord for help in resisting the declining moral tendencies in our society. Paul writes, "They disobey their parents, they are senseless, faithless, heartless, ruthless. Although they know God’s righteous decree that those who do such things ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:30-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Uses Problems In Our Lives To Bring Us To His Place

Contributed by Terry Vaughan on Dec 19, 2001

How does God use our problems to bring us to His place? Learn how he Directs us, Discerns us, Defends us and Develops us.

WESTSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR: TERRY VAUGHAN SERMON TITLE: GOD USES OUR PROBLEMS TO BRING US TO HIS PLACE “For God so Loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. For God sent not His Son into the world to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

What Are Some Of The Problems Of Spiritual Pride – Rom. 11:20,21

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 31, 2001

What Are Some of the Problems of Spiritual Pride – Rom. 11:20,21

What Are Some of the Problems of Spiritual Pride – Rom. 11:20,21 Of the seven deadly sins in Proverbs, pride leads the list. Paul also knew something about the dangers of spiritual pride since he had seen how pride tends to degenerate into a license to sin. Coming from a Pharisaical background, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:20-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Jesus Taught That Faith In God Is Greater Than Any Problem

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Perhaps the greatest test of faith you will face may be in loving people who are closest to you. Our God is able to overcome the most difficult of problem, person or predicament if we believe in His power!

Everyone struggles with problems that seem overwhelming and tend to stress us out. Jesus once told His disciples, "If you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you." (Matt. 17:20,21) The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:20-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational