Sermons on Troubles And Depression:

How God Helps You Overcome Depression

Contributed by Jim Erwin on Dec 14, 2007

God is bigger and stronger than any depression you may be feeling.

How God Helps You Overcome Depression Psalm 42:1-43:5 Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you in turmoil within me? Hope in God; for I shall again praise him, my salvation (Psalms 42:5 ESV) In everyday language "depression" refers to any downturn in mood, which may be relatively ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

If You Struggle With Depression And Suicidal Thoughts There Is Hope

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 2, 2021

Depression, suicide, discouragement... Are you disturbed, wrought with depression, and teetering on the brink of self harm? Hopelessness, well, I've known it well.

Depression, suicide, discouragement... Are you disturbed, wrought with depression, and teetering on the brink of self harm? Hopelessness, well, I've known it well. Depression, yes, it's been a constant companion on my life journey. So if you struggle with these very real problems, ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Salvation Army

Depression. Time For Men To Help And Do Something.

Contributed by Louis Mare on Feb 20, 2023

Depression is a health condition that sadly affects scores of people worldwide. It is characterized by persistent sadness, low mood, and a lack of interest in activities we once enjoyed.

Depression is a health condition that sadly affects scores of people worldwide. It is characterized by persistent sadness, low mood, and a lack of interest in activities we once enjoyed. Nowadays, depression has become a widespread problem, with many people struggling to cope with the pressures of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:18, Galatians 6:2, 1 Thessalonians 5:11, Philippians 4:8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Joy For The Downcast Soul - Psalm 42-43 Pt.1 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jun 9, 2025

These two psalms are the diary of a desperate man. They are in the Bible to teach us how to handle times of discouragement, depression, sorrow, and the downcast soul.

Psalm 42 For the director of music. A maskil of the Sons of Korah. 1 As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, O God. 2 My soul thirsts for God, for the living God. When can I go and meet with God? 3 My tears have been my food day and night, while men say to me all day long, ...read more

Society That Abandons Truth Is In Trouble

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

A SOCIETY THAT ABANDONS TRUTH (THEIR KNOWLEDGE ABOUT GOD) IS IN DANGER OF BEING ABANDONED BY GOD TO GROSS SIN AND IMMORALITY Introduction: Examples of Sodom and Gomorrah; Roman Empire; what is the present state of decadence in the U.

A SOCIETY THAT ABANDONS TRUTH (THEIR KNOWLEDGE ABOUT GOD) IS IN DANGER OF BEING ABANDONED BY GOD TO GROSS SIN AND IMMORALITY Introduction: Examples of Sodom and Gomorrah; Roman Empire; what is the present state of decadence in the U.S.? 1. (:24-25) Sexual Impurity is God's Judgment for ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:24-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Peace Even In Troubled Times

Contributed by Melinda Richardson on Aug 20, 2001

Jesus promised us peace even in the midst of troubled times.

Illustration 1 As Christians we experience situations that could bring perplexity and turmoil. Jesus never said we would no longer have trials after making a decision to follow Him. He did, however, leave a promise that we could experience peace because of Him. By applying three elements found ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27, Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Where Is God In Times Of Trouble?

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 25, 2001

After the recent tragedies, people want to know, "Where was God?" This message will take us through the Psalms for the answer

INTRODUCTION  It all started out as a normal Tuesday morning for many Americans. People got up and got ready for work just like ever-other normal Tuesday morning. There were people who were getting ready to take flights just like any other day. That morning, I woke up and went to the High ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 10:1-3, Psalm 46:1-3, Psalm 48:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Let Not Your Heart Be Troubled

Contributed by James Bryant on Apr 29, 2001

Don’t worry about it! God is in control!

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Scripture: John 14:1

Denomination: Baptist

Let Not Your Heart Be Troubled

Contributed by Evie Megginson on Apr 2, 2001

In John 14,we find three things that Jesus said that brought comfort to His disciples. These same things can bring comfort to you and I today.

"Let not your heart be troubled" John 14:1-6 One of the most dreaded diseases in the world today is what we call "heart trouble." Every day we hear of someone cut down by a heart attack. It is no repecter of person, for it effects all. The heart is a wonderful creation. It beat an average of 75 ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Things To Know For Times Of Trouble

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 22, 2003

We can learn a lot from Gideon as what we are to remember in our times of trouble

INTRODUCTION • How many of you have had a life where you have had no difficulties? Life has been easy with no challenges. I would venture to say there are not too many people who can lay claim to a life without challenges and difficulty. • How many times have you been in the midst of a difficult ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Valley Of Trouble For A Door Of Hope

Contributed by Mark Mccool on Apr 21, 2003

Sometimes, in order for God to get our attention and turn us back to Him, He must take us to the Valley of Trouble before we can find the Door of Hope.

"A VALLEY OF TROUBLE FOR A DOOR OF HOPE" Mark McCool TEXT: HOSEA 2:14-16 I. INTRODUCTION Has there ever been a time in your life that you remember how when you were so set to do your own thing, and it did not matter who it effected or hurt? And then perhaps, instead of mom and dad doing or ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 2:14-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Troubled Waters – Hope For Sinners

Contributed by Ovidiu Radulescu on Apr 27, 2003

I am astonished by this place. Bethesda pool was a kind of hospital packed with people: the blinde, the lame, the paralyzed. And rumor was that the chief doctor was an angel! Bethesda - reflecting, refracting and diffracting everything and everybody arou

I am astonished as I visit this place - Bethesda Pool. It’s like an hospital packed with sick people: the blinde, the lame, the paralyzed. And rumor was that the chief doctor was an angel! The Bible states here the popular belief. An angel encouraging competition? The fastest, the strongest ...read more

Scripture: John 5:2-8, John 5:1-15

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

More Sheep, More Trouble Series

Contributed by Bradley Hall on Jul 19, 2002

Fed up with the leadership of their shepherd, a flock of sheep seek to go it alone.

Some time ago we heard of Roger, an uncooperative, troublesome sheep who caused much distress among his fellow sheep when the shepherd left all the good, cooperative sheep to go and find the uncooperative, annoying Roger. Things have been pretty quiet for Roger, but there is news from his flock. ...read more

Scripture: John 10:22-30, Acts 9:36-43

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Finding Peace In A Troubled World

Contributed by Dr. Ronnie Grizzle on Sep 13, 2002

9-11 MEMORIAL SERVICE. WHAT WE MUST DO TO FIND PEACE IN A TROUBLED WORLD.

PEACE IN A TROUBLED WORLD SEPTEMBER 11, 2002 MEMORIAL SERVICE GARLAND, NC AS YOU KNOW, WE ARE HERE TO REMEMBER THE EVENTS OF SEPTEMBER 11, 2001. THE DAY THAT THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE LOST THEIR LIVES AND BECAME HEROES. WHILE COUNTLESS OTHERS HAD THEIR LIVES CHANGED FOREVER. THE RELATIVE PEACE OF ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:3

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Calms The Storms Of Trouble

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Apr 25, 2002

how Jesus comforts us at the loss of a loved one and other trials in life

April 25, 2002 John 14:1-12 “Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in me. 2 In my Father’s house are many rooms; if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going there to prepare a place for you. 3 And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran