Sermons about Tough Circumstances

The Power Of Letting Go

Contributed by Tom Anglin on Feb 13, 2002

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God’s power is released upon our circumstance by the act of letting go of the control of our lives!

THE POWER OF LETTING GO A wearisome, scorching, July day was coming to a close. I had just finished unloading a large U- haul truck with the aid of some new found friends here in Hammond. I was driving back across town to my temporary dwelling place. With my wife Tammy, and our 4 children, now a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:46

Denomination: Pentecostal

When There's Nothing Left

Contributed by Lynn Loe on Sep 12, 2001

based on 18 ratings

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What do we do when there seems to be no alternative to the dire circumstances we find ourselves in.

When There’s Nothing Left 2 Cor 12:7-10 7 And because of the surpassing greatness of the revelations, for this reason, to keep me from exalting myself, there was given me a thorn in the flesh, a messenger of Satan to buffet me— to keep me from exalting myself! 8 Concerning this I entreated the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Methodist

The Lord Who Comforts

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 26, 2001

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God is in control of time and circumstances to achieve His purposes, and He understands your life hurts and sorrows.

Today we are going to look closely at one particular event in Jesus’ ministry. This event helps us understand the heart of Jesus for us. It had happened suddenly. In the town of Bethany, Lazarus, brother of Mary and Martha and friend of Jesus, fell sick. The sisters tried their best to help him ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Faithful, No Matter What--Smyrna Series

Contributed by Aaron Householder on Jul 13, 2006

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God has called us to faithfulness no matter our circumstances. He will remain with us & reward us.

Southview Baptist Church July 16, 2006 Revelation 2:8-11 Pastor Aaron The Seven Churches for Today: Smyrna Faithful, No Matter What 1. The Characteristics of Our Lord Jesus a. Jesus is almighty! …how has Jesus been almighty in my life? b. Jesus is alive! …is ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Breaking Of Day

Contributed by Derek Baker Jr. on Jan 21, 2005

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God can change all circumstances in our lives if we are willing to put our faith in him.

The Breaking Of Day The bible reads in verse 1 That Joshua the son of Nun sent out of Shittim two men to spy secretly, saying, Go view the land, even Jericho. And they went , and came into a harlot’s house, named Rahab, and lodged there. The bible says that Rahab was a harlot. That means that ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Queen Esther Series

Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Apr 1, 2007

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This sermon focuses on the amazing circumstances surrounding the beautiful story of a young Jewish girl and her ’Cinderala story.’

Introduction: I want to thank our sign team and Ann Mary & the choir for leading us in worship this morning. Without a doubt Fanny Crosby was a woman of great faith, who has made a tremendous impact on the modern church. (PAUSE) This morning I want to tell you about another woman, who like ...read more

Scripture: Esther 2:5-9, Esther 4:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

#7 -- Joy Series

Contributed by Derek Melanson on Nov 17, 2006

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Having joy is not dependent on circumstances but comes from God, is Jesus-specific, and something that we are called to practice.

Introduction: A Joyless World As we continue listening to these songs for the road, we come to a song of joy. To begin I want to read a couple of quotes about joy. C.S. Lewis once said this: “We are half-hearted creatures, fooling about with drink and sex and ambition, when infinite joy is offered ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 126:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

I Believe I Can Fly!

Contributed by Darrell Boone on Jul 17, 2002

based on 80 ratings

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This sermon is about having the courage and the God kind of faith, empowering the believer to rise above their present circumstances.

I would like to preach and teach about three things that can transform your life. Number one, believe that you can! Second, conceive that you can! Third, acheive what you can. Or another way of saying the same thing in a different tone is to say it like this: conceive it with your mind, believe ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:1-7, Luke 9:37-42

Denomination: United Methodist

Dark Night Of The Soul

Contributed by David Swensen on May 27, 2002

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There are so many circumstances that cause us to experience “dark nights of the soul.” Learn more with todays sermon.

Strong faith in God does not come all at once and it is not without its times of doubt.It is often gained through willing submission to His love and goodness in the midst of trial. In February 1862, President Abraham Lincoln endured one of many “dark nights of the soul” when the circumstances of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Learning To Be Content Series

Contributed by Steve Smith on Jul 16, 2007

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Paul shows that being content for a believer is different from the worldly definition. Are you Content in Your circumstance?

INTRODUCTION A. This past week has been confusing to say the least. 1. Heart – not THIS week! 2. Here I am – needing to prepare 2 sermons – and this! a. How do you prepare for Saturday when you don’t know the response b. How do you prepare for Sunday for same reason 3. Then the Question: How do ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

It Will Be All Right

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Aug 15, 2007

based on 14 ratings

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No matter what our circumstances, it will be all right because of the power, presence, promise and plan of Jesus Christ

See these Scriptures: Matt. 9:1-2; Mark 6:45-55; John 16:33; Acts 23:11 I have come here this morning to tell you, "It will be all right." But you know, things are not all right are they? We are living in a day when there is gang violence. We are living in a day when more and more people are ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Daniel And The Lions" Den Series

Contributed by Don Hawks on Jun 26, 2007

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Learn the power of prayer and be inspired to learn to access the power of the Spirit of God in every circumstance of your life

ANSWERS TO BLANKS----INTRODUCTION: How powerful God is; I am taught the power of prayer and am inspired to learn to access the power of the Spirit of God in every circumstance of my life What the Story Teaches: 1-- trouble and challenge; IMPORTANT? a. engaging in self-defeating ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

Faithful In A Foreign Place

Contributed by Jb Hall on Jun 25, 2011

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This sermon instructs us how to remain faithful when our pleasant circumstances turn foreign to us.

Faithful in a Foreign Place Daniel 1:1 – 7 By: JB Hall Introduction: Sometimes you and I are thrust into a foreign place; without our consent and by circumstances beyond our control. This foreign place can be a foreign land, or it can be a set of circumstances that is foreign to our ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Obeying - Even When It Doesn't Make Sense Series

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Mar 30, 2011

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Christmas message focusing on the obedience of Joseph and Mary in circumstances less than ideal in our information age.

Obeying – Even If It Doesn’t Seem to Make Sense The Lesson of Joseph and Mary Matthew 1:18-25; Luke 1:26-38 December 12, 2010 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT IS FROM ANDY STANLEY'S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Audio of this sermon can be heard at ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Fruit Of The Spirit Is...joy Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Apr 11, 2011

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We develop joy in the body of Christ by looking beyond our circumstances and developing contentment in our lives.

Before I read our story from Home Town Tales, let’s take a moment to briefly review the three aspects of the fruit of the Sprit that we’re focusing on during this series: THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT 1) Is demonstrated by being not doing 2) Is developed as Christ followers cooperate with ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

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