Sermons on Trials And Difficulties:

Reversing Anxiety Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Feb 19, 2019

As we strive to live the life that God intends we will encounter many obstacles, difficulties and challenges… storms (winds and waves) that we will need to overcome. This message is about overcoming anxiety.

Reversing Anxiety Good morning MGCC! SO…. ARE YOU READY - to encounter the living God through His… Holy, Inspired and authoritative Word? ARE YOU READY – for God’s word (like the rain and snow that fall from the sky causing things to bud, grow and flourish) TO FALL ONTO – your heart and mind… ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34, Philippians 4:4-9, 1 Peter 5:5-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God’s Deliverance

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 24, 2022

Often when we face the difficulties of life, we try to make sense out of what we are facing. But what frustrates us at times like this is that IT DOES NOT MAKE SENSE!

For example, when the terrorists struck the Trade Towers in New York City, and the Pentagon, on Sept. 11, 2001, the pundits put their heads together and tried to make sense of why anyone would want to kill thousands of innocent people. They could only reach the conclusion that Osama Bin Laden and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Dividends Of Life Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Mar 21, 2018

Following His encounter with the rich, young ruler, Jesus discussed the difficulty of salvation for those distracted by pleasures. We are making an investment in something that eventually will pay dividends. Invest wisely!

The Dividends of Life Mark 10: 23-31 Our text today reveals the benefit of expositional Bible study – considering the Scriptures verse by verse, line by line. While it would be possible to grasp the truth of this text without such an approach, it bears more weight when considered in the context of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:23-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Ascension Of The Lord- But They Doubted

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Apr 22, 2023

Involuntary doubt refers to hesitation in believing, difficulty in overcoming objections connected with the faith, or also anxiety aroused by its obscurity. If deliberately cultivated doubt can lead to spiritual blindness.

In a Roman Catholic parochial school, a young student learned that Light waves travel much faster than sound waves. And he knew that we can see as far out in the universe as 46.5 billion light years away. So, when Sister Marie was teaching the Biblical story of the Ascension of Jesus to a class of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20, Ephesians 1:17-23

Denomination: Catholic

Faith The 7th Fruit Of The Spirit

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 11, 2024

We study faith as an essential, the seventh fruit of nine. Without faith it is impossible to please God. Faith the size of a mustard seed can handle any difficulty we face.

FAITH, 7TH FRUIT OF SPIRIT 7/11/24 Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers @aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) TEXT: Hebrews 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:6, Galatians 5:22-23, Hebrews 11:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Thomas - Moment Of Doubt Life Of Faith

Contributed by John Gullick on Apr 14, 2007

A sermon that considers Thomas’ moment of doubt in relation to the broader canvas of His life of faith. Contains a good account from Smith Wigglesworth’s life and a teaching from Derek Prince.

Put your hand up if you have ever been through a hard time!!! Most of us have been through some trials and difficulties. Even when we were born it wasn’t easy. let’s focus for a moment on the reading for today. Thomas had been through a hard time. He had just a few days earlier to this ...read more

Scripture: John 20:18-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To Be Sorrowful Yet Always Rejoicing

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 17, 2003

Sorrow helps us gain a greater empathy for the hurts, pain and difficulties that others experience. People who empathize are more compassionate, kind and considerate of others problems and needs. When I learned the benefit of sorrow it made me more sen

How to Be Sorrowful Yet Always Rejoicing (2 Cor. 6:10) Paul the apostle wrote, We put not stumbling block in anyone’s path, so that our ministry will not be discredited. Rather, as servants of God we commend ourselves in every way, in great endurance, in troubles, hardships and distresses, in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:10-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What God Has Given To Us(2013) Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Nov 25, 2013

Chapter 5 is a new beginning. THEREFORE: Pointing backwards, ‘because of all that I have proven you can now count on these wonderful truths’. Pointing backwards but moving forward with hope

Chapter 5 is a new beginning. Chapters 1-3 demonstrate that sin is an issue that every man, woman, and child must deal with. ALL HAVE SINNED AND FALLEN SHORT. Chapter 4 Paul shows us that dealing with this problem is only possible through one means. Works righteousness is impossible….even ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

For What Should We Pray? Series

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 5, 2001

The natural response when we see someone who is sick, or going through tough times, or marital difficulty, or financial reversals, is to say, "We’re praying for you." But for what should we pray?

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK ILL. In Tony Campolo’s book, "The Kingdom of God Is a Party," he tells of an event that took place when he visited Hawaii on a speaking tour. If you’ve ever flown to the Hawaiian Islands you know that the first ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10, Luke 22:42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Rejoice! (Philippians 4:4-7)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 15, 2007

At the time of writing this letter to the Philippians, we know full well that Paul was in prison, awaiting a trial that would determine whether he was to be executed. You...

I’ve chosen as my text this morning the Philippians passage - ‘Rejoice in the Lord always, and again I say ‘rejoice’!’ I do this partly to spare you from having to hear my John the Baptist sermon again. I only have the one. More significantly though, I’ve chosen this passage because I’m conscious ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Exhortations To Be Patient & The Example Of Farmers Being Patient! Series

Contributed by John Wright on Feb 2, 2010

James exhorts Christians to understand that patience is an continual process and that the farmer provides a good example for us on being patient and he warns that we must not become guilty of the blame games when things get difficult.

INTRODUCTION #27 1. Open your bibles to James 5:7-9. 2. In this passage James gives the exhortation to be patient until the Lord returns. 3. James also gives the example of farmers being patient. 4. James also tells Christians that they must be patient with one another and not start blaming one ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Great Adventure PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 10, 2024

This sermon encourages believers to embrace their God-given calling with boldness, break boundaries, and believe in the blessings of a life fully lived in Christ.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It is a joy to gather with you once more in this place of worship, where we come together to share in the fellowship of God's love and grace. Today, we stand on the precipice of a new understanding, a new revelation of God's plan and purpose for us. We are here ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10-14, Psalm 37:34, John 10:10, 2 Timothy 1:7

Topics: Living Life, Fullest

When Trouble Comes Your Way

Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Dec 28, 2002

A message given to single adults but not limited to singles. An answer to the question of why trials and problems come into out lives.

When Trouble Comes Your Way II Cor. 1:8-9 and 4:8-10 Introduction People react to trouble in different ways: Some Grumble – Some Gripe – Some Groan – Some Grieve – Some Growl - and SOME GROW. Trouble will never leave a person the same. It will either leave you “bitter” or “better”. A poet ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:8-9, Hebrews 12:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Fresh Anointing

Contributed by Johnnye Johnson on Jan 15, 2003

Many believers do not know that when trials come they already have what it takes to get a fresh anointing.

In a believer’s lifetime there will be times where struggles will come between whether or not God is with you or not. If you were honest with yourself, you will come to the realization that yes there has been times when I questioned my walk with God. Even John the Baptist the forerunner of the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:14, Judges 15:18-19

Denomination: Holiness

Four Things To Know When Trouble Comes Calling

Contributed by Morris Mott on Sep 13, 2001

Four powerful principles from Psalm 91 that will enable you to come through any trouble, trial or tragedy.

The tragic events of this past Tuesday, September 11, 2001, brought tragedy to our doorstep. The scenes, we watched unfold before our eyes on television and listened to broadcast on radio, caused us to examine our “coping mechanisms.” How do we accomplish what the Apostle Paul admonished us to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational