Sermons on Tough:

The Habit Of Gratitude

Contributed by Daniel Austin on May 22, 2011

Having an attitude of gratitude begins with trusting God and keeping in constant prayer to Him.

The Habit Of Gratitude Text: 1 Thessalonians 5:18; Philippians 4:6 I received an email recently, promoting a motivational book on the subject of gratitude. What really impressed me was the quote which inspired the writing of this book. The quote is attributed to a woman by the name of Vivian Green, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

To Keep, To Climb, To Fight

Contributed by Lorraine Greeff on Feb 5, 2021

I realize that this text is a very common text, is preached often. yet how many of us stay in the fight to finish it, can we say that we have truly finished the race,

TO KEEP, TO CLIMB, TO FIGHT (So, to understand the text, we need to know that Paul and Timothy were speaking to each other as student and teacher with Paul trying to inspire and encourage but with warnings.) Turn with me to 2 Timothy 4:1-7. I charge you therefore before God and the Lord Jesus ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-7, Psalm 103:1-5

Denomination: Charismatic

Galatians 2:20 How To Persevere In The Trials Of Life.

Contributed by David Cramer on Oct 8, 2020

With all that is going on in our world regardless of where we live, it is hard. This message can help with getting in a habit of not doing it alone. We can rely on Him to help us through as we get closer to Him daily.

Galatians 2:20 How to persevere in the trials of life Good Morning Stand with me and lift up your bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20, Job 2:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Every Christian Needs (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Feb 10, 2014

God has created us in Christ to be a part of a group whereby we can love, share, serve, and give to one another. Why is this so important? Why does the Bible put such a high premium on this thing called fellowship?

What Every Christian Needs (Part 2) www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. Today, you may feel very alone. But God never intended for people to go at life alone. God said about Adam, ìIt is not good that man should be aloneÖî Genesis 2:18 2. God has created us in Christ to be a part of a group ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1, Romans 15:1

Denomination: Bible Church

"On The Mountain And In The Valley"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 13, 2015

A sermon about listening to and following Jesus.

"On the Mountain and in the Valley" Mark 9:2-29 Have you ever been in a group of people where someone told a joke and everyone else laughed except you? You're thinking: "I don't get it. I missed the point." Or perhaps you are in a group of people where someone makes a point and everyone else ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-29

Denomination: United Methodist

Contract Or Covenant? Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 20, 2015

Focus on the best and most biblical view of marriage and then give 5 implications for marriage (Material adapted from Andreas Kostenberger's book, God Marriage and Family; chapter 4 The Nature of Marriage: Sacrament, Contract or Covenant? pgs. 81- 91)

HoHum: A young minister was preparing for his first wedding ceremony that he had ever performed. The young minister was a nervous wreck and asked an older minister what to do if he messed up. The older minister said that if you forget what to say you can always quote scripture to fill in. So, as ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:14-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Daniel Part I - Courage To Confront Culture Series

Contributed by Dan Carroll on Jul 31, 2018

Daniel believed God was in control of life and circumstances and this caused him to live his live out of his convictions.

INTRODUCTION • Daniel is a guy who believed God was in control of life and circumstances. • This caused him to live out of his convictions. • Unusual for today because we have been taught to go with the flow with what is happening. • To be “progressive,” but many of us don’t stop to question ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lessons From The Shepherd

Contributed by Bishop Farris Long on Apr 17, 2025

This sermon was written for a pastor's 13 year anniversary celebration at their church. But can also be used for a church anniversary celebration or can even be revised to be a general Sunday sermon.

Psalm 23, our text for today, is incredibly famous – maybe one of the best-known Bible passages besides John 3:16. It's written in a way that feels poetic and musical. But more importantly, it's a source of great comfort. People often read Psalm 23 when they feel desperate, depressed, or ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Test Of Faith And Loyalty Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 1, 2026

This is the 15th Sermon from Genesis about the life of Abraham, "Called To Promise".

Series: Called To Promise [#15] A TEST OF FAITH AND LOYALTY Genesis 21:22-34 Introduction: Imagine a tightrope walker high above the ground, carefully balancing as they cross from one side to the other. To the onlookers, it seems impossible- Dangerous even; but what keeps the walker going? ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:22-34

Denomination: Baptist

Obedient Faith In The Storm Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 13, 2025

This is the 2nd Sermon in the Series, "Finding Favor With God".

Series: Finding Favor With God [#2] OBEDIENT FAITH IN THE STORM Genesis 7:1-24 Introduction: Tonight, is a great teaching about trusting God and obeying Him, even when life is hard and stormy. Imagine being told to build an ark, even though there is no sign of rain or flood anywhere. That is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 7:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Build As You Go PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 15, 2023

This sermon explores how Nehemiah's process of building, discerning, and progressing can inspire us to approach our own life challenges as adventures with God.

Good morning, family. I hope this day finds you well and eager to dive into the Word of God. We gather today because we share a love for our Lord, a desire to know Him more intimately, and a hope to be transformed by His truth. We gather in the spirit of unity, ready to hear and receive what God ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 3:14, Nehemiah 4:17-18

Topics: Building Walls, Keep And Remove

Questioning God: Between Pain & Purpose PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Explore the intersection of faith and suffering, emphasizing that even in times of pain and doubt, we can trust in God's wisdom, find comfort in His presence, and discover purpose in our suffering.

Good morning church family. Today, we're diving into some deep waters together. We're going to tackle the tough issues of pain, doubt, and suffering in our lives and how they intersect with our faith in God. It can be hard to understand how a loving God can allow us to go through such tough times. ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:17-19, Psalm 34:18-19

Topics: Upset With God, God's Judgement

Resilient PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Encourage believers to remain steadfast and resilient in their faith and work for the Lord, even in challenging times, knowing that their efforts are not in vain.

Good morning, Church Family! Today, we're diving into the heart of 1 Corinthians 15:58, where we'll be talking about staying resilient in difficult times, the power of perseverance, and the strength of faithfulness. Now, we all face challenging times, don't we? Moments when it feels like the world ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:58

Topics: Staying The Course

Where Are You God?

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 31, 2001

This is a devotional written for a local Senior Citizens Center.

Where are you, God? Mark 5:21-43 November 1999 Senior Center Devotional In the pictures of the ancient Roman method of threshing grain, one man is always seen stirring up the sheaves while another rides over them in a crude cart equipped with rollers instead of wheels. Sharp stones and rough bits ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Church Of God

How To Have A Healthy Crisis

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Depending on how it is handled, a crisis can either make us or break us.

Thesis: Depending on how it is handled, a crisis can either make us or break us. Intro.: 1. Illust. The Chinese do not have an alphabet as we know it. Rather than letters, words are represented by symbols. They have an interesting word-symbol for "crisis." It is a combination of the symbols for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:1-31