Sermons on Under Trial:

Hurricanes, Terrorists And Tsunamis - Who Is In Control?

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Mar 15, 2011

Where is God in the midst of tragedies?

God is Sovereign in Disasters God has Purpose for Disasters God Loves Us in Disasters How Should we Respond? For the Christian Respond with Repentance Respond by Living for Christ For the Seeker Respond by Receiving Christ Slide 1 Hurricane Katrina Over these past 2 weeks, I have seen on ...read more

Scripture: Joel 1:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Great Quake And Tsunami - What To Think - What To Do

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 17, 2011

We should think something and do something about the terrible devastation in Japan and for the people.

INTRO. - The whole world shook and not just Japan, this past week, actually on Friday, March 11th, and that certainly wasn’t the end. The end may never come for those who live in Japan and the surrounding areas. I might tell a joke about earthquakes but it wouldn’t be funny. One nationally known ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:3-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Church Conflct Resolution

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Sep 6, 2011

Jesus was no fool. He knew that the Church would have its conflicts - so he gave us instructions on how to resolve them. Sdaly we so rarely believe him!

Church Conflict Resolution Mt 18:15-20 This is the one place in Scripture where Jesus talks about Church Discipline, which nowadays is so sadly lacking. I’d like to look at one verse today 15 “If your brother or sister sins, go and point out their fault, just between the two of you. If they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Anglican

"If"

Contributed by Brad Henry on Sep 8, 2011

How do you fight temptation? This lesson will show you that no one is immune to the devils schemes.

“If I could just get this job things would be good.” “If I could be smarter I could get ahead.” If I could make just _____ more a month we would have no worries. If, If, If. Have you ever fallen for this temptation? Yesterday we talked about the temptation of Jesus by Satan. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-4

First Responders 9/11

Contributed by Brad Henry on Sep 9, 2011

This lesson shows us how we need to put ouselves in the postion of trials so we can be not only comforted by the Lord but also to bring others with us to heaven.

On the Sermon on the Mount where Jesus preaches there is one verse that means a lot to me. Matthew 5:4 “Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” If you want comforted by the Lord then you either need to put yourself in a position of trials and struggles or something ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:14

"Trusting God In Tragedy"

Contributed by Brad Henry on Sep 28, 2011

No matter what happnes God knows and he loves you. Tragedy doesn't have to be a horrible experience.

Over the years we have had many gut wrenching stores of families killed in an accident only to leave a mother or father behind. To wake up in a hospital bed hurting physically then realize that your entire family is gone would be unfathomable. Now none of us are immune to have this happening to us. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:3-26

How To Handle Tragedy

Contributed by Michael Luke on Oct 2, 2011

Four principles that help us deal with tragedy

“HOW TO HANDLE TRAGEDY” SELECTED PASSAGES OPEN The Poisonwood Bible is a novel written by Barbara Kingsolver. It’s about a family who in 1959 move from the state of Georgia in the USA to a small village in the Belgian Congo to swerve as missionaries. The family is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Conquering Fear

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Nov 2, 2010

This sermon gives the recipe for conquering fear. It also has a radically new interpretation of the command, "Stand Still." I used it for Halloween but it is applicable any time.

CONQUERING FEAR Exodus 13:13-14 Since today is HALLOWEEN, I decided to go with that theme. However, when I went on sermon sites... looking for ideas... all of the resources were ANTI-HALLOWEEN. They all talked about how it is a pagan holiday and is about worshiping evil spirits, or Satan. Well, I ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 13:33-34

Denomination: Baptist

Great Expectations

Contributed by Craig Benner on Nov 14, 2010

Tell the devil to get off your back. Yes, times are rough and the trials are many, but we have a God who is always thinking about us and we must anticipate the good things He wants to send our way.

YOU CAN GET THERE FROM HERE GREAT EXPECTATIONS Expectation is similiar to hope and faith, yet unique. Examples: the crowds who came together to see Jesus Jeremiah 29:10,11 10 For thus saith the LORD, That after seventy years be accomplished at Babylon I will visit you, and perform my good word ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:10-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Upset Stomach Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Nov 18, 2010

A study of chapter 2 verses 1 through 10

Jonah 2: 1 – 10 Upset Stomach 1 Then Jonah prayed to the LORD his God from the fish’s belly. 2 And he said: “ I cried out to the LORD because of my affliction, and He answered me. “ Out of the belly of Sheol I cried, and You heard my voice. 3 For You cast me into the deep, ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:1-10

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Spiritual Battles

Contributed by Nicky Evans on Jul 18, 2011

A look at the spiritual battles we face everyday and how to overcome them

I don't know how you all feel these days about the state of Britain spiritually, but from the view of someone on the outside looking in things seem very dark and getting darker. In Korea I don't get to see much or be involved in many things concerning the UK but what I do do without fail, is watch ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

What Song Are You Singing? Series

Contributed by Scott Berry on Jul 21, 2011

A reflection with modern music on one of Davids most timeless psalms. Consider what is your pit, who is your rock and what song are you singing?

To stay true to a psalm – you should hear it sung, so hear is a modern intepration – don’t try and understand everything, but get the gist – lots of rich imagery from psalms and beyond. The Mountain Goats - Psalms 40:2 Lyrics (the song can be found on itunes or ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

"Fixed Up"

Contributed by Brad Henry on Jul 28, 2011

We have fear in our lives because we don't know God's perfect love for us.This lesson will help you understand how to allow that love into our lives.

Thank you for all your prayers yesterday. One of my prayers was that I would be able to write to you this morning. Amen thank you Lord. So many of you prayed for me that I was overwhelmed by your kindness and prayers. I got to the hospital at 6:45 but they didn’t operate on me till 9:30. But ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:16-18

How To Be Victorious In Trouble

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Apr 13, 2011

C. H. Spurgeon says, "The gloom of the cave is over the psalm, and yet, as if standing at the mouth of the cave itself, the prophet poet David sees a bright light a little beyond." If you are in trouble, in the cave – In the darkness of trial – remember t

Intro: Each one of us sooner or later (if not presently) experiences trouble. Here in this 142nd psalm we find David in great trouble. The whole Psalm teaches us how to be victorious in trouble – not how to escape trouble – but rather how to glorify God in the midst of trouble. I. WHAT WE ARE ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 142:1-7

Denomination: *other

From Sweet To Bitter

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Apr 13, 2011

Though this book is, for the most part, about the main character (Ruth), let us also observe how this story unfolds for a second character, another woman named Naomi – Ruth’s mother-in-law. We shall look at four reasons why Naomi went from sweet to bitter

Intro: The Book of Ruth is rich in interesting paradoxes. It opens with a terrible famine and closes with a great feast. It begins with three sad funerals and ends with one happy wedding. In it we see some excellent examples of faith, patience, humility, industry, and kindness in the common events ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-22

Denomination: *other