Sermons on Troubled:

The Spirit Of Peace Series

Contributed by Martin Holland on Mar 9, 2016

Only God can give a peace that passes all understanding.

The Spirit of Peace Galatians 5:17-26 The Fruit of the Spirit produces in us the character of the Lord Jesus Christ, and when people come in contact with us they see the Christ in us. Vs.24 And they that are Christ’s have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts “if we live in ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: Baptist

Hope

Contributed by Rev. Randy Barker on Aug 16, 2014

Hope

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Scripture: Mark 5:24-34

Denomination: *other

An Opportunity For Joy Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 19, 2017

God is making you better through your troubles so consider them an opportunity for joy!

An Opportunity For Joy Text: James 1:1-4 Introduction 1. Illustration: "Joy in Christ requires a commitment to working at the Christian lifestyle. Salvation comes as a gif, but the joy of salvation demands disciplined action. Most Christians I know have just enough of the Gospel to make them ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

Perilous Times

Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 25, 2016

Uncertainty in the Middle East, morality and decency level at an all time low, New Age movement infiltrating our lives. Definitely living in “perilous times.”

PERILOUS TIMES II Timothy 3: 1-7 Uncertainty in the Middle East, morality and decency level at an all time low, New Age movement infiltrating our lives. Definitely living in “perilous times.” Bible prophesy definitely gives us foresight into these perilous times, but what is bringing ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

When Life Throws You A Curve

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 6, 2013

When life throws you a curve, what do you do? God will be there for you to help navigate the curves in life!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • There are times in life when all is going well, we are cruising down the highway of life at breakneck speed then all the sudden sometimes out of nowhere life throws us a curve. • What do we do? We sometimes negotiate the curve and others times we crash ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ruth The Risk Taker Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 4, 2021

Ruth and Naomi aided each other in being responsible for love. They took the risks necessary to see each other have fulfilled lives. The story has a happy ending because they took this responsibility of risks on themselves. In every story with a happy ending somebody has to take risks.

Fort Lee, which is now Charleston, West Virginia was under attack in 1791. Colonel George Clendenin assembled his men to ask for a volunteer to ride to Lewisberg over 100 miles away to get powder. They were almost out, and their survival depended upon a renewed supply. No one volunteered, for it ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:1-13

Broken But I Made It Series

Contributed by Ethel Lamazon on Nov 22, 2020

When bad thing happen in our lives, God knows how to make the broken pieces work for our good

Acts 27:42-44 42 And the soldiers' counsel was to kill the prisoners, lest any of them should swim out, and escape. 43 But the centurion, willing to save Paul, kept them from their purpose; and commanded that they which could swim should cast themselves first into the sea, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:42-44

From Bitter To Better

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 6, 2021

Trials and troubles, far from being harmful to you, cause us to grow. Under Pharaoh's oppression Israel grew dramatically. Joseph too faced the dilemma of whether to become bitter at his brothers, or better. He saw the hand of God & chose the latter.

FROM BITTER TO BETTER Exodus 1:11-14 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Some things never change! 1. A supposed ancient manuscript was found that told extra details of what happened when Adam and Eve ate the fruit of the Tree of the Knowledge of Good & Evil. 2. When Adam bit the fruit he felt great ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 1:11-14, Genesis 45:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"getting Good Out Of Bad Cicumstances"

Contributed by Christopher Arch on May 20, 2023

This is from a series on Philippians.

Title: “Getting Good out of Bad Circumstances” Scripture: Phil. 1:12-21 Type: Expository Series Where: GNBC 5-21-23 Intro: One historian has commented before that “The British have a knack for losing battles yet winning wars.” That’s an interesting take on history. In our culture we have a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Be Careful Of Divisive Spirits

Contributed by Nettie J Pennington on Jun 22, 2023

The goal of a divisive person is to cause conflict. "I urge you, my friends: watch out for those who cause divisions and upset people's faith and go against the teaching you received. Keep away from them" (Rom. 16:17, GNT)!

People that participate in divisive arguments have an unhealthy interest in creating strife. However, a mature, faith-filled person recognizes that participating in contentious discussions will not end the matter. With the knowledge of God and the wisdom of the Lord, we understand that calmer ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:17, Titus 3:10, 2 Corinthians 10:5

Denomination: Other

God Our Rescuer Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Nov 22, 2021

As long as we live on this earth we will be confronted with various perils and dangers, which often fill our hearts with apprehension about the future. God’s word of assurance is that He will Himself be with us in the midst of all our troubles.

God Our Rescuer We read in Psalm 91:15, “When they call to me, I will answer them; when they are in trouble, I will be with them. I will rescue them and honor them.” (GNB) As we continue our study on Psalm 91, we will meditate in depth on verse 15. While verses 1 to 13 are a dialogue between two ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:15

Denomination: Other

From Disunity To Unity

Contributed by David Zachrich on Aug 9, 2023

How good if all fighting – disagreements, squabbles, arguments, conflicts and worse – ended because we understood the cost and consequences!

“If your brother or sister sins against you, go and point out the fault when the two of you are alone. If you are listened to, you have regained that one. … Again, truly I tell you, if two of you agree on earth about anything you ask, it will be done for you by my Father in heaven. For where two ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Common Misconceptions About Being Saved

Contributed by Rick Towe on Sep 3, 2023

• People think that once they get saved, everything in their life will go well and fine after that…with no troubles…no heartaches…no lack…and no slack.

John 16:33 (KJV) 33 These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world. • People think that once they get saved, everything in their life will go well and fine after that… • With no ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33

Denomination: Church Of God

A Backfired Joke Series

Contributed by Diana Tyler on Sep 6, 2023

Samson's joke leads to chaos

As Samson's father was making final arrangements for the marriage, Samson threw a party at Timnah as was the custom for elite young men. When the bride's parents saw him, 30 young men were selected from the town to be his companions. Judges 14:10-11 Samson said to them, "Let me tell ...read more

Scripture: Judges 14:12-15

The Realities Of The Christian Life

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 25, 2022

The psalmist expressed what many of us have expressed or thought.

He said, “...Oh that I had wings like a dove! for then would I fly away, and be at rest.” The Psalmist was not the first, and he certainly was not the last person who wished he had wings as a dove so he could fly away. Illus: We all have felt like the man who went to the bus station and told ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:1-16

Denomination: Baptist