Sermons on Trouble Making:

The Beauty Of Baptism

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 18, 2014

The Bible makes few mandates for baptism, but what it does demand makes it beautiful.

Intro In Matthew 3 we are introduced to the Baptism of Christ. This ceremony which has become the norm for almost all Christian churches is also the subject of some division and much misunderstanding. Goal To help us appreciate baptism and its significance. Plan We will look at what is and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Out Of The Ashes, New Life

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Sep 10, 2005

In the midst of his exile, Ezekiel saw a vision of God. In the midst of our own troubles, God is still there if we will only look up.

Out of Ashes, New Life Ezekiel 1:1-3 September 11, 2005 Things sometimes happen in life that are so dramatic or stressful or incomprehensible or life altering, that it changes the way we tell time. I have had a friend for about 20 years who I met while he was recovering from a nine month ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 1:1-3

Denomination: Methodist

Increase Our Faith Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 23, 2015

The analysis of faith in Luke 17:5-6 teaches us that if we are having trouble forgiving others, then we need an increase of faith.

Scripture Several years ago I stumbled across a TV show that featured an illusionist. Intrigued, I watched a fascinating segment. The illusionist and his audience of several hundred people were outside, on the edge of a bay. I believe they were in Hawaii. Most of the audience sat on bleachers ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:5-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Memorial Day Sunday

Contributed by Wiley Hughes on May 26, 2022

God is the ONE constant in a world of conflict, confusion, and chaos and we should turn to Him in worship and prayer when there is trouble around us.

Memorial Day Sunday Dr. Wiley Hughes Text: Isaiah 33:5-6 SUMMARY: God is the ONE constant in a world of conflict, confusion, and chaos and we should turn to Him in worship and prayer when there is trouble around us. In elementary school a tornado warning was issued, and I remember getting ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 33:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Go! And Trust In The Lord - Psalm 46:1-2 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 29, 2025

Explore a powerful truth found in Psalm 46:1-2 which speaks of God as our refuge and strength, a help in times of trouble.

Go! And Trust in the Lord - Psalm 46:1-2 Introduction Today, we are going to explore a powerful truth found in Psalm 46:1-2. This passage speaks of God as our refuge and strength, a help in times of trouble. Psalm 46:1-2 (NLT) says: "God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-2, Proverbs 18:10, Isaiah 40:29, Hebrews 13:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Living Gratefully Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on May 9, 2006

Part one of a two part series on Godly X-Factors that make the equations of our life make sense.

“LIVING GRATEFULLY” The X-Factor - Week 1 1 TIMOTHY 6:6-10 & 17-21 INTRODUCTION OF SERIES: (Sermon video intro :32) You know, the letter “X” can have a number of connotations. For example “X” can stand for mystery like in the X-Files or the X-Men. “X” can be used to shorten something like in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-10

Denomination: Christian Church

Are You Mad?

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Sep 21, 2013

This next one that Paul talks about is one that a lot of people have trouble with, and the devil uses this emotion to trip up a lot of people!!

Ephesians 4:27-nor give place to the devil. When you we allow the devil a place in our lives, a place where he can get in, it is like saying to him, “I saved a place for you!” Ephesians 6:10-11-Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. Put on the whole ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:26

Denomination: Baptist

To Lead Invites Criticism (Exodus 5)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 8, 2024

Do we have the faith, in the midst of troubles, to wait upon God's hand? Let's look at Exodus 5.

When we bring God’s word to people, will we often be met with resistance? Are people frequently stubborn and hard hearted? When things seem to be going wrong do we blame human leaders and God, or do we have the faith to wait patiently upon the Lord? Does the Exodus picture coming out of sin, and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Do Not Worry About Tomorrow

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Mar 1, 2007

Transfiguration (A) - Jesus says, "Do not worry about tomorrow." Each day has enough trouble. Tomorrow provides God’s mercy.

DO NOT WORRY ABOUT TOMORROW (Outline) February 18, 2007 - TRANSFIGURATION - Matthew 6:24-34 * * * * * * * * * INTRO: Today’s text talks of trust. Believers have choices: trust God or trust man, trust God to provide or worry about the future. Sadly our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24-34

Denomination: Lutheran

"Let's Just Give Up"

Contributed by Bill Burress on Dec 31, 2010

With all the troubles in the world today the thing we need to do is just give up. Not our faith but the things that cause the problems in the first place.

Was there ever a point in your life you just wanted to give up? Maybe finances got too much or it was just too tough to keep your marriage together. Maybe keeping your children in line got too difficult or every time you turned around something was going wrong, the car keeps breaking down or ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:4-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Keeping (A Godly) Perspective

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 25, 2000

Since we know God is sovereign we don't have to worry in times of trouble (1 week after presidential election chaos)

"Fellow citizens! Clouds and darkness are round about Him. The dark waters of the seas and stars of the skies form His pavilion. Justice and judgment are the establishment of His throne. Mercy and truth go before His face. Fellow citizens, God still reigns! He will enable the government in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1, Psalm 97:1

Denomination: Baptist

Once, We Were Here

Contributed by Carl Greene on Aug 2, 2008

Life is short, filled with peril and troubles. But Jesus came that we may have life to the full. What is life to the full? It is a life live with and for Jesus.

ONCE, WE WERE HERE (07) (Presented @ Epworth Only) THE THEME FOR THIS MORNING’S MESSAGE IS “ONCE WE WERE HERE.” GOD PLANTED THE SEED FOR THIS MESSAGE DURING MY VISIT TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF OKLAHOMA IN 2003. I HAD DISCOVERED A HISTORICAL MARKER AT THE VERY PLACE THE SANTA FE TRAIL CROSSED ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Methodist

Not Far From The Kingdom

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Mar 31, 2014

What does it mean to be 'not far' from the Kingdom? These troubling words were told to the one who knew all the right words to say.

Not Far From the Kingdom Mark 12:28-34 • Can you imagine how describe felt when he heard Jesus say, “You are not far from the kingdom of God?” • This had been a busy day for Jesus. Since coming into the temple, He had been confronted by just about everybody in the building. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Baptist

God Speaks From The Storm: We Will Forget Why We Are Here? Series

Contributed by Charles Wallis on Nov 10, 2008

Many people today are wondering what is going on and why God allows trouble. The answer to our questions is not found in politics or protest, but in preaching the Gospel.

God Speaks From The Storm: Will we forget why we are here? 110908 A man was looking for his wallet in the wrong place. Has the Church looked for the answer in the wrong place? • The world is in turmoil, or nation is in crisis. • We are facing a storm: What will our response be? • Will we ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Patriotic Christians #5 - For God And Country Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Nov 1, 2020

Even though the Pharisees were trying to get Jesus in trouble, Jesus wisely gives us guidance for being good citizens and good Christians.

Patriotic Christians #5 For God and Country Theme: Even though the Pharisees were trying to get Jesus in trouble, Jesus wisely gives us guidance for being good citizens and good Christians. Introduction For God and Country. From the Latin phrase “pro Deo et Patria”, “for God and Country” has ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22, James 1:26-27, Psalm 40:10, Romans 6:12-14, Hebrews 13:15-16, Romans 12:1, 1 Corinthians 10:31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ