Sermons on Tough Circumstances:

Take A Leap Of Faith And Get Out Of The Boat

Contributed by Craig Condon on Apr 13, 2015

When we feel the storms of life, we need to remember this story of Peter stepping out of the boat and walking toward Jesus, and the leap of faith he took. If he could do it, so can we.

Three local ministers decided to go fishing one day. They got into a boat, went a short distance out on the lake, and started fishing. After a few hours, one minister ran out of bait. Since they were close to the shore, he stepped over the side of the boat and walked across the water to the bait ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Anglican

Soaring Like An Eagle

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 27, 2020

When we wait on the Lord and make our decisions based on His word, we will mount up like wings of eagles as we serve God.

Soaring like an eagle Isaiah 40:21-31 Good morning/ turn to Isaiah 40:21-31 Did you know that your attitude plays a factor on how much you will gain out of the service? Stinking thinking can destroy you and will distract you from God. If you came in church overwhelmed by what all you have to do ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:21-31

Denomination: Nazarene

Not Such A Silent Night

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Mar 24, 2020

If your Christmas isn't coming together the way you would like, remember that our God is a God for the rough times, too. Look what Mary went through on the first Christmas.

If a good fairy appeared and said you could make a list to put together your perfect Christmas, what would you put on your list? Every year around Christmas time we get several chances to watch various versions of Charles Dickens’ classic story about Ebenezer Scrooge and the various spirits of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Celebrating Christmas When The Grinch Shows Up Series

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 3, 2018

How can you still celebrate Christmas when you're surrounded by troubles? So were Mary and Joseph at the first Christmas, but Christmas still came and God brought healing to their world!

CELEBRATING CHRISTMAS WHEN THE GRINCH SHOWS UP INTRODUCTION A. CHRISTMAS IS ALWAYS A WONDERFUL TIME? 1. This whole month of December we’re looking at Christmas through the eyes of Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch. So keep an eye out for his green skin! 2. Have you ever had some major plans disrupted and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-21, Luke 2:4-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Hope's Real, Keep It! Series

Contributed by James Dorman on May 15, 2014

In this sermon, we examine the hope that comes from a relationship with the Lord and how hope grows as we go through life.

Hope’s real keep it! Romans 5:1-5 Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom also we have access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God. And not only that, but we also glory in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Shepherds’ Jubilee Series

Contributed by Shine Thomas on Dec 11, 2023

What is your state of mind as we near the end of this year?Maybe some of you are pretty caught up with your work, paying back your loans, raising your children, caring for an invalid parent and nothing out of the ordinary seem to be happening.

The Birth of Jesus Luke 2:1-20 1In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. 2(This was the first census that took place while[a] Quirinius was governor of Syria.) 3And everyone went to their own town to register. 4So Joseph also went up ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1, Luke 2:8, 1 Corinthians 1:26, Luke 2:16, John 3:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Let It Be Done Unto Me According To Your Word

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Oct 8, 2024

The life of Mary is a very challenging one and an epitome of unconditional submission to the Word of God and His perfect Will.

Let it be Done unto Me According to your Words Study Text: Luke 1: 26 - 38 Introduction: Mary is a good example to understand the meaning of surrendering to God’s will. We often sing the song “I surrender all”. But in truth, how much of that ‘all’ part do we surrender to God. Do we have ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Pentecostal

Peace Be Still PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 9, 2023

This sermon explores how facing life's storms with faith can lead to a deeper understanding and experience of Christ's peace.

Good morning, everyone! What a blessing it is to gather together in His name. Let's start with a quote from A.W. Tozer. He once said, "God never uses anyone greatly until He tests them deeply." Now, that's something to chew on, isn't it? We'll be talking about that a bit more as we go along. Now, ...read more

Topics: Peace

I Made It PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 16, 2023

This sermon explores how trials and struggles are God's way of communicating with us, urging us to view them as opportunities for growth and closeness to Him.

Hey there, church family! We've got an interesting talk lined up today, something I think we can all relate to on some level. We're going to be chatting about trials, struggles, and testimonies...and not just any testimonies, but those that come right from the trenches of life's hardest moments. I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8-9

Topics: Overcoming, Perseverance

Listening To God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 5, 2024

This sermon explores how to perceive, understand, and respond to God's voice, using the story of Samuel as a guide for transformative obedience.

Welcome, beloved friends, to this gathering of hearts and souls, united in our shared love for our Lord Jesus Christ. We gather here, not as strangers passing in the night, but as a family, knitted together in the warmth of God's love. Today, we are drawn together once more, not by a mere whim or ...read more

Topics: Hearing, God's Voice

God Of Peace Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 22, 2025

Instead of chasing joy and peace, most feel empty when they do not find it. It is in the Lord that we find our peace.

Christmas 2024 God of Peace Selective Scriptures Good morning everyone…Christmas is a great time of year for most and a great time of stress for a lot of people. Christmas gives us a chance to be with people we love and being with people we love can sometimes get stressful. Kids are kept up ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:7, 1 Peter 1:2

Denomination: Nazarene

Trusting God When All Hell Breaks Loose SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 12, 2023

How to make it when your world is chaotic

Good morning, my dear family in Christ. We are gathered here today, not as mere individuals, but as a collective body of believers, united by our faith in our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Today, we are going to embark on a journey through the scriptures, a journey that will lead us to a better ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:7

Topics: Trusting God When All Hell Breaks Loose In Your Life

The Key To The Kingdom

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Apr 8, 2002

Pointing out the true significance of the kingdom of God and how it relates to our everyday life.

Title: “The Key To The Kingdom” Subject: “Faith” Introduction: Jesus and His disciples had just returned from the top of the mountain where He had become transfigured (Transformed: a restoration of the glory which He had with the Father before the world was). During this marvelous happening ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Full Measure Of Joy Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Sep 5, 2005

We need to know the what and why of this joy—what true joy is all about and why joy is a mark of believers. The source of joy is not found in this world; it is external, from Above.

“The Full Measure of Joy” Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts “I am coming to You now, but I say these things while I am still in the world, so that they may have My full measure of joy fulfilled within them” (John 17:13). It may seem surprising, but Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 17:13

Denomination: Congregational

A Wife For Andy Series

Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jun 6, 2002

This was a short message given following a video episode of The Andy Griffith Show as part of an unorthodox summer outreach message series

The Virtue of Patience Introduction: There once was a man who prided himself on being extremely punctual. He followed a very precise routine every morning. His alarm went off at 6:30 a.m. He rose, shaved, showered, ate his breakfast, brushed his teeth, grabbed his briefcase, drove to the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22, Colossians 3:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational