Sermons on Too Much Sorrow:

Why Is There So Much Arguing Among Christians? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 29, 2014

There is a lot of arguing among Christians. This sermon looks at why that's largely worthless and where God would have to focus instead.

ARGUING AND CONTROVERSIES: Sometimes we act like the symbol of our faith is a bullhorn. - 1 Timothy 1:4 (“promote controversies”), 6 (“meaningless talk”), 7. - Sometimes we act like a bullhorn is the symbol of our faith – we speak loudly to drown out the other ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:3-7

Denomination: Baptist

How Much Truth Do We Want

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on May 21, 2012

This sermon is an African American Evangelical's response to President Barak Obama's announcement of support for Gay Marriage.

How Much Truth Do We Want May 20, 2012 Genesis 2:15-25 1 Corinthians 6:1-20 For those of you who have watched Star Trek or are sci-fi fans, every once in a while you will see an episode about an alternate universe. Something happens and a person is put in this alternate universe in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How Much Of God Do You Want? Series

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Aug 1, 2012

Oh there a lot of people that have been around it and even marveled at it just like I did. * they’ve sensed it! * they’ve smelled it! * they’ve felt it! * they’ve seen it in action! But they’ve never tasted it, experienced it a

The Holy Spirit (part one) How much? Of God? Do you want? Acts 2:1-8, 12-18 NKJ. 1. When the Day of Pentecost had fully come, they were all with one accord in one place.  2. And suddenly there came a sound from heaven, as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled the whole house where they were ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Much Does Jesus Love Us? Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 21, 2019

How much does Jesus love us? 1. Enough to stand by us forever (vs. 1). 2. Enough to sacrifice Himself for us (vs. 1-2). 3. Enough to become a servant for us (vs. 3-5). 4. Enough to show us the way (vs. 5-17).

How Much Does Jesus Love Us? The Gospel of John John 13:1-17 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - June 28, 2017 (Revised December 21, 2019) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to John 13. Here God's Word has moved forward to the night before the cross, and here the Lord gave His ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

How Much Fool Does It Take To Be Foolish

Contributed by Robert Tallent on Feb 24, 2018

A sermon about a life without Christ

How much Fool does it take to be Foolish? Eccl. 10:1-3 Fool=a person who lacks judgment or sense. 1. It’s all about Proportion vs1 We live in a world where big isn’t big enough. how much bad ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 10:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

How Much Do You Love Me?

Contributed by Hunter Sperry on Apr 8, 2018

By the time you get done preaching this sermon the audience should be asking there selves the question, how much you I love him? God is asking his children like he did Peter that day, lovest thou me?

* Jacob worked for Laban to receive Rachel to be his wife, but after the seven years we're up, Laban deceived him and gave him Leah. Then the love that he had for Rachel made him work seven more years. {Genesis 29:14-19} * Amnon loved his sister Tamar and wanted to be with her, but when she ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-19

How To Cheerfully Give Away As Much As Possible Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Since everything we have belongs to God, we should joyfully give away as much as we can, knowing that our giving has eternal impact.

God gives us good things not just for us to enjoy, but also to share with others. We're like a pipe that God's blessings flow through. When we share, it's like planting seeds that will grow into something bigger. Ever play a game of 'Where's Waldo?' Sometimes, Waldo is right there, but we miss him ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15

Topics: Charitable Acts, Altruism, Happiness In Giving, Selflessness

How To Cheerfully Give Away As Much As Possible Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon introduction focuses on encouraging cheerful giving based on the teachings of Paul in 2 Corinthians 9, despite the challenges faced by a dysfunctional church.

In 2 Corinthians 9, Paul has a difficult task. He’s responsible for encouraging a church to give to a very important cause. But here’s the deal, they are a pretty dysfunctional bunch. They have tons of problems. He tried addressing these problems in the past and received mixed reviews. There are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15

Topics: Cheerful Giving, Financial Freedom, Eternal Impact

Sermon Series: Simple Money, Rich Life

Tomorrow May Be Too Late - Ecclesiastes 11 Series

Contributed by Robert Austin on Jul 29, 2022

In my Bible, this chapter titled “Invest in Life.”

Tomorrow May Be Too Late - Ecclesiastes 11 Last time we were in Ecclesiastes, we saw Solomon’s Portrait of a Fool in chapter 10. Now, in chapter 11, Solomon is starting to wrap up his thoughts. In my Bible, this chapter titled “Invest in Life.” This may seem to contradict with the concept of ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 11:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Isaiah 52:1-2

Contributed by Matthew Davaughn Cox on Oct 2, 2012

This sermon reflects on the first two verses in Isaiah 52.

How many people would say that they enjoy being asleep? On the other hand how many people would say that they enjoy being awake? It is safe to say that you can do more for God when you are awake then when you are asleep. When you are awake you know what is going on around you, and you are aware ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 52:1-2

Denomination: *other

What To Do When Your Heart Is Overwhelmed

Contributed by Jerry Stepp on May 14, 2011

Words of Encouragement in the mist of a Sorrow filled time

What to do when your Overwhelmed Psalm 61:1-8 Funeral Service 3-17-11 1. Get to the Rock v2 A. The Best place to Go 2. Get Under the Shelter v3 A. The Best place to Dwell 1. Comfort while the storm passes over 3. I Will Abide v4 A. The Best place for Comfort 4. I Will Trust v4 A. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 61:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

"When God Hides His Face"

Contributed by Mark H. Stevens Thd on Jan 24, 2014

A careful examination of Psalm 13 and the importance of being open and honest with God.

Scripture: Psalm 13 I. Introduction: Have you ever felt that God was giving you the “silent treatment”? What is the Lord’s purpose for not immediately answering prayer? How should you respond when God seems distant? II. Message A. Examples of God’s Silence 1. Mary and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Decisions In The Midst Of Difficulty

Contributed by Paul Robinson on Sep 16, 2022

Are you facing a hopeless situation, a deep sorrow, an insurmountable obstacle, or an incredible difficulty? If that’s the case, this message is for you.

In the book that bears his name, the prophet Jeremiah warns the people of God to repent of their sin. He pleads with them to forsake their idols and turn back to Jehovah. For years he speaks the word of the Lord, and yet they do not listen. Jeremiah warns them over and over again that if they do ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:22-26

Denomination: Baptist

Final Instructions Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 25, 2022

2 Timothy 4:9-22 gives us the final instructions of a man facing death.

Introduction Commentator David Helm notes the following: Final words are often meant to communicate things of first importance. Parents remind children of something important just before walking out the door—“Now, remember what I told you. Don’t forget!” Bosses give their employees final ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:9-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Comfort For The Crying Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Jan 12, 2019

Tears bridge the gap between great beauties and great horrors. In heaven there will be no more horrors. Yet the beauties will be never ending, and never boring.

3. And I heard a big voice from heaven saying, Look, the tabernacle of God is with humanity, and He will dwell with them, and they will be his people, and God Himself will be with them-their God. 4. And He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death will no longer ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:3-5

Denomination: *other