Sermons on Times Of Trouble:

It's The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Dec 18, 2017

This Christmas carol lists many things that make it the most wonderful time of the year. And while kids jingle-belling and parties and caroling are all fun and wonderful, the song fails to mention the one thing that truly makes Christmas wonderful-Jesus.

IT'S THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR The title of the sermon is taken from the popular Christmas song of the same name. The songwriter declares it's the most wonderful time of the year and then goes on to say why. The kids jingle-belling along with holiday greetings and gay happy meetings ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:5-8, Colossians 2:6-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When The Fullness Of Time Had Come... Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 23, 2017

A review of Paul's understanding of the Virgin Birth of our Lord. The impact of being a "son of God" through faith in the Risen Christ.

“When the fullness of time had come, God sent forth his Son, born of woman, born under the law, to redeem those who were under the law, so that we might receive adoption as sons. And because you are sons, God has sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, crying, ‘Abba! Father!’ So, you are no ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

Quality Time: Stay A Little While Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Jan 31, 2018

Quality time involves us: Being intentional, Listening intently, Removing distractions, Choosing Great over good

Quality Time: Stay a little while Luke 10:38-42 “Time is the coin of your life. You spend it. Do not allow others to spend it for you.” - Carl Sandburg Quality time – giving someone your undivided attention. Quality time involves us: Being intentional v.39a Listening ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

It's Time To Come Off The Playground

Contributed by Pastor Cordell Starks Sr on Apr 30, 2016

To help the believer to mature and spiritually grow up in God and to know his word.

Intro: I often reflect back on my childhood memories and I think about how fun and exciting it was being a child. I reflect back on the times when I was in elementary school and how exciting it was when we would get the opportunity to go outside at recess and play on the playground. There we would ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:11

Denomination: Baptist

Chaos Of The End-Times And Faith In Resurrection

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 17, 2022

We live now and follow the way of Christ, not only because it causes a peaceful and civil society, but we even deny ourselves now so that we can celebrate with Christ in His kingdom.

Saturday of the 33rd Week in course For those of us raised in a solid, middle-class home, in a reasonably ordered town or city, the scenes pictured in apocalyptic books like Revelation are hard to imagine. But those who were in Chicago in late August, 1968, and saw the police riot and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 11:4-12, Luke 20:27-40, Luke 18:8

Denomination: Catholic

It's About Time Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Apr 7, 2024

How many times in your life do you find yourself saying, “I wish I had more time?” The ironic thing about getting older is the longer you live, the more you find yourself saying that. Remember, life is time, and time is life.

Good morning, church family. Thank you for worshipping with us and for being apart of the 40-Day Challenge. Inside your worship guide is a 40-Day Challenge card. Will you take this out and put me before you in the moments to come? I want to speak to you on a message I’ve entitled, “It’s About ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21, Daniel 2:5

Denomination: Baptist

The Rapture - End Times Part 2 Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Sep 15, 2020

What's next in God's schedule?

We continue our study of the “End Times” according to God. As we noted last week, let us never forget that there are 2 types of endings of life: there is the end of life for an individual person and there is the end of this world as we know it, for all life. A person can physically die at any ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"Raising Praise In Times Like These”

Contributed by Sean Dees on Feb 7, 2020

As I look at the church today, I am amazed at the attitude that some of us have adopted. It blows my mind how many folks come into the House of God week after week and this be the only time they praise God

Psalms 34:1 - I will bless the LORD at all times: his praise shall continually be in my mouth. (2) My soul shall make her boast in the LORD: the humble shall hear thereof, and be glad. (3) O magnify the LORD with me, and let us exalt his name together. I. Do you really understand what praise is? ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-3

"for A Time Such As This"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 14, 2022

A sermon for healing from the past two years of the Covid-19 crisis.

“For A Time Such As This” 2 Corinthians 4:7-18 Based on a sermon given by The Rev. Dr. Candace L. Lewis Recently, a therapist was asked to give a pulse on where she thought people were as we are posting almost year two of this season we are navigating. These are just the highlights of what she ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-18

Denomination: United Methodist

Understanding Noah's Time: A Guide For Today SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

A comparative study of Noah's era and the final generation, highlighting the lessons and implications for modern times.

Today, let's open our Bibles to the book of Matthew as we continue our study on the beginning of what is to come. Jesus clearly outlined numerous signs and events that would take place before His return. These signs would act like birth pangs, increasing in frequency and strength. And that is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:37-39

Topics: Noah, Final Generation

Living In The End Times: A Simple Guide SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

Peter provides us with four key pieces of advice on how to live in the end times.

In this sermon, we will explore the advice given by Peter on how to live in the end times. Peter wrote this letter to non-Jewish Christians who were facing persecution for their faith. He encourages them to remain faithful and provides guidance on how to navigate these challenging times. As ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Topics: Discipleship

God's Timing: Perfect And Worth The Wait SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

Life often presents us with situations where our desires are not met in our expected time, even after prayers. It's during these times that God is patiently waiting for a reason. Don't give up, but rather, wait for Him. His timing is perfect and always worth the wait.

Introduction: In the story of Lazarus' resurrection found in John 11, we see that Jesus performed a great miracle by raising him from the dead. However, there are deeper lessons to be learned from this story. One important lesson is found in verse 6, where Jesus waits for two days before going to ...read more

Scripture: John 11:6

Topics: Faith, Patience

Finding Joy In Good And Tough Times SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

An exploration of why we should be thankful to God at all times.

Last Thursday, the United States celebrated Thanksgiving, a holiday that is observed every year. It is good to pause and recognize the blessings and favors that the Lord has granted us. Let me share a story to illustrate the importance of gratitude. A woman was waiting for her connecting flight one ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Topics: Joy, Gratitude

Embracing God's Word In Modern Times SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023

The growing disregard for the authority of the Scripture in America is concerning. This sermon addresses this issue and outlines four ways Christians should interact with the Bible.

Today, I want to focus on the significance of our relationship with the Bible. In America, there is a concerning trend of diminishing regard for the authority of Scripture. This message aims to address this issue and highlight four essential ways Christians should relate to the Bible. "Do not let ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 8:9

Topics: Faith, Christianity

Embracing God's Grace In Difficult Times SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

We often struggle to see beyond our immediate challenges, yet Nahum was able to perceive something greater. His deep understanding of God's Grace allowed him to see beyond his immediate circumstances and emotions.

I want to focus on the powerful message found in the first four words of Nahum 1:7: "The Lord is good." Although the book of Nahum can be challenging to read and preach from, it is important to note that the minor prophets' messages are just as significant as those of the major prophets. The book ...read more

Scripture: Nahum 1:7

Topics: Grace, Difficulties