Sermons on Trials Of Christ:

"When Christ Returns"

Contributed by Gary Smith on Nov 23, 2013

This message explores what the condition of this world will be when Christ returns.

“When Christ Returns” TEXT: 1 Thess. 4:13- 5:11 1 Thess 4:13-18 (KJV) 13 But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope. 14 For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

The Unsearchable Riches Of Christ Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Mar 22, 2022

What Paul was doing in the early church we are to continue to do the same today. The caveat is that we must always be careful not to bend the message of the gospel to fit the preference or desires of those to whom we are sharing the gospel.

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD, USA www.mycrossway.org View this and other messages at: https://mycrossway.churchcenter.com/channels/8118 Introduction There’s a story about an Amish boy and his father who went to the big city for the very first time. They were ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:7-13

Denomination: Brethren

Don't Worry It Could Be Worse

Contributed by Mason Davis on Jul 19, 2025

God doesn't want us to worry and why we shouldn't.

DON’T WORRY, IT COULD BE WORSE By: C. Mason Davis A Peanuts cartoon showed Charlie Brown bringing Snoopy his dinner on Thanksgiving Day. But it was just his usual dog food. Snoopy looked at his bowl and said, “This isn’t fair. The rest of the world today is eating turkey with all the trimmings, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:34

Help Us Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 25, 2008

The third in a series of messages from Jonah.

HELP US Jonah 1:6 * For years we have sung the hymn – “Send the Light”. The second verse begins with these words, “We have heard the Macedonian’s call today” and for years I didn’t know what that was or where it was found. Let me read Acts 16:9 for us. (READ) Come and HELP us. What a request. ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:6

Denomination: Baptist

Troubles Are Opportunities For Great Joy Series

Contributed by Efe Oluwatosin on Oct 27, 2023

Understanding troubles. Are you asking the question why me? Or What have I done to deserve this? When you understand how to use troubles, you will discover that troubles are opportunities for great joy.

We are sent to the earth to replicate God's holiness in all we do and prepare for eternity. This purpose naturally produces problems for humans because the nature of God and the nature of humans are opposites. Therefore, to enjoy life and learn how to live successfully on earth, you need the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4, Proverbs 27:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Have A Believer’s Eye For Blessings”

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Feb 21, 2022

In our sermon today we will hear our Savior say that those who are poor, hungry, weeping, and persecuted are blessed. We need him to open our eyes to see how that can be so!

The prophet Elisha was a wanted man. The king of Aram (a nation to the northeast of the Holy Land) was at war with Israel. Aram is also called Syria and it was pretty much in the same area as modern-day Syria. But Elisha was frustrating all of his battle plans. Through God’s power ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:17-26

Denomination: Lutheran

If You Can’t Stand The Heat…

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 28, 2022

We live in the day of change! The world we live in is not the world into which we were born.

Now we must admit that some of these changes are for the better. For example: • None of the ladies would want to go back to washing their family’s clothes on a scrub board • Mothers would not know what to do without their microwave ovens • Men would not know what to do without our T.V. remote ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:19-30

Denomination: Baptist

20th Sunday After Pentecost

Contributed by Michael Tkachuk on Oct 20, 2020

God works in mysterious ways to bring something good out of the worst of what happens to us.

A Spanish Catholic priest, the venerable Saint John of the Cross, wrote, "Live in faith and hope, though it be in darkness, for in this darkness God protects the soul. Cast your care upon God, for you are His, and He will not forget you. Do not think that He is leaving you alone, for that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-16, Galatians 1:11-19

Denomination: Catholic

Finding Hope In The Storm

Contributed by Perry Hancock on Sep 13, 2024

We all face the storms of life. Believers have no immunity from troubles and difficulties. Trusting God through the storms is the subject of Psalms 42 and 43. Here, we find how we should respond to the storms and how God can bring us peace.

FINDING HOPE IN THE STORM – Psalm 42, Psalm 43 INTRODUCTION Let me begin by sharing some interesting facts about this Psalm. It is the 1st Psalm in what is called Book 2 of the Psalms - Psalm 42 through Psalm 72. One of the major themes of these Psalms is moving through the struggles of life with ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Benefits Of Adversity

Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Oct 23, 2022

BECAUSE SOMETIMES THE SITUATIONS OF LIFE WILL SUCK YOU IN WASH YOU UP AND BLOW YOU OVER THAT IS------- SUCK US INTO A VICIOUS CURCUMSTANCE AND WASH US OVER WITH WORRY AND WEARINESS AND BLOW US OVER WITH BURDENS

THE BENEFITS OF ADVERSITY Job 23:10 (NKJV) 10  But He knows the way that I take; When He has tested me, I shall come forth as gold. THE WORD OF GOD FOR THE CHILDREN OF GOD VERY BRIEFLY I WANT TO REASON WITH YOU ON THE THOUGHT (THE BENEFITS OF ADVERSITY ) MY BROTHERS AND MY SISTERS A ...read more

Scripture: Job 23:10

Denomination: Baptist

The Others

Contributed by Keith Etheridge on Sep 9, 2022

What if God doesn't send you a miracle? What if God doesn't change your circumstances? Will you still be faithful?

Hebrews 11:1-34 takes us through the Old Testament and reminds us of all the miracles that God did on behalf of His people. He delivered Noah and his family from the flood. He delivered Moses and the children of Israel from slavery in Egypt. He saved Rabab from the destruction of Jericho. He ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:35-40

Denomination: Baptist

You Are Never Alone

Contributed by Reggie Corfield on Jul 21, 2024

In today’s real world, there are very few and quiet moments in life. In life we will find ourselves in various situations we never chose to be in. Hardships and trials come without invitation. Through it all, we are never alone.

Title of the Sermon - YOU ARE NEVER ALONE. Our reading today tells us that Jesus’ disciples found themselves in trouble as the wind picked up and tossed them to and fro on the Sea of Galilee. It is much like many of us who are tossed to and fro with the cares and trials of this life. Wonder how ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:45-52

Denomination: Anglican

Take Care Of Me PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 8, 2023

Explores God's faithfulness, guidance during trials, and divine care, reminding us that God is always present, protecting and caring for us in all circumstances.

Good morning, family! It's a joy to be here with you all, sharing the Word of God. It's a beautiful day to delve into the deep truths of the Bible, isn't it? I hope you're as excited as I am to get into the heart of our message today. We're going to be talking about some pretty important stuff ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:2-3

Topics: God's Faithfulness, Trials

When God Messes With You Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on May 31, 2018

Does God mess with us, to help us grow? Joseph did not immediately reveal his identity to his brothers, and they grew through their struggles. Sometimes God refines his people through trials and hard choices.

WHEN GOD MESSES WITH YOU: Genesis 42-44 I never served in the military, so I never experienced boot camp. From what I hear, boot camp is stressful, by design. The physical and mental demands on new recruits are intended to force them to confront their weaknesses, build their character, and learn ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God Always Has A Plan

Contributed by Terry Frazier on Feb 1, 2013

Christians need to learn to look at all the circumstances in our lives, the good and what we consider to be bad circumstances and look at these circumstances the way God does. We need to remember that God uses all of our circumstances to teach us things!

If you’ve been around me for any length of time then you know that I am fond of saying that God always has a plan for each of us. Sometimes we like how His plan unfolds for us and sometimes we can become disappointed in how the plan unfolds. I have also mentioned a Bible study that Diane and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:8-11

Denomination: Baptist