Sermons on Unexpected Circumstances:

Fear Less

Contributed by Mark Lindsey on Jul 15, 2018

Knowing who God is lessens the grip of fear as you walk through difficult circumstances. This message is also a wonderful affirmation of the person of our Holy God.

“FEAR LESS” PSALM 46 Black Bart was a professional thief whose name struck fear as he terrorized the Wells Fargo stage line. From San Francisco to New York, his name became synonymous with the danger of the frontier. Between 1875 and 1883, he robbed 29 different stagecoach crews. Amazingly, Black ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Genuine Faith Is Marked By Effective Prayer Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Aug 15, 2018

How’s your prayer life? Genuine faith prompts us to pray in all circumstances Genuine faith prompts us to learn to pray effectively

Genuine faith is marked by effective prayer 5:13-20 How’s your prayer life? 1. Genuine faith prompts us to pray in all circumstances. James 5:13-16a? a. In times of suffering v.13a suffer (kakopathei): suffering from any source b. In times of gladness v.13b c. In times of ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-20

Denomination: Baptist

Accept, Expect, Endure, Embrace

Contributed by Larry Turner on Jun 11, 2015

To walk in joy with must do four things. Accept where we are at in life. Expect a better life ahead. Endure hardships. Embrace our circumstances.

Yesterday marked two anniversaries. Debbie and I have been married for 34 years. And I have been your pastor for 5 years. About one half of you were attending when Chris was pastor. The first month I became senior pastor, we had a role of 32 people with $3457 in the bank. Most of those were Pastor ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:10, Hebrews 4:3, Daniel 3:17-18, Colossians 1:11, James 1:2-4, Psalm 55:22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

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

The Peace That Surpasses All Understanding Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 7, 2023

Philippians 4:7 offers us a profound promise – the peace of God that surpasses all understanding. This peace is not dependent on our circumstances but on our trust in Him

"The Peace That Surpasses All Understanding" Introduction: Today, we find solace and inspiration in the words of Philippians 4:7 from the New Living Translation. Point 1: The Source of Peace Scripture: Philippians 4:7 (NLT) - "Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:7, Isaiah 26:3, Proverbs 4:23, Isaiah 55:8-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Cost Of Following Jesus Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Mar 3, 2025

While all of us come to faith from a variety of different circumstances, the calling of Simon helps us to see that there are some commonalities among all conversions

When you and I come to faith in Jesus Christ, we do so from a variety of different circumstances. Some are younger (I was 5). Some are older - I know a woman who was in her late 80s when she came to faith. Some have lived simple lives, others have lived rather rambunctiously. Some have come ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Ruth, The Unlikely One Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Dec 31, 2023

The Lord is using all the circumstances to bring forth his salvation history. Through the hand of God Boaz, a “worthy man” is brought into Ruth’s life.

The Lord uses the unlikely. In Corinth Paul told the believers not many of you were influential or of noble birth when you were called. That was true for Ruth also. She was the furthest thing from nobility, and she had no influence. She was a cursed Moabite woman. Being one of the unlikely ones was ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Makes Bitter Better.

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jan 16, 2024

Only Jesus can take the bitter waters, the worst of life's circumstances that come to poison us and destroy us, and make us better.

As a couple exchanges their vows,( those vows include these words) for richer for poorer, in sickness and in health, for better for worse. It could also be said: for better or bitter. Or bitter or sweet. Life just has some bitterness built into it. Everyone comes to bitter waters at some point in ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:22-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

The God Who Removes Limiting Labels Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 17, 2025

God has the power to strip away the negative labels society, circumstances, or the enemy has placed on your life, giving you a new identity in Christ.

THE GOD WHO REMOVES LIMITING LABELS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Mark 10:46-52 Key Verse: “And many charged him that he should hold his peace: but he cried the more a great deal, Thou Son of David, have mercy on me.” — Mark 10:48 (KJV) Supporting Texts: Isaiah 62:2-3; 2 Corinthians 5:17; ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What You Meant For Evil Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 18, 2026

“What You Meant for Evil” reveals the sovereign power of God to transform malicious intentions, painful experiences, and unjust circumstances into instruments of purpose, promotion, and preservation.

WHAT YOU MEANT FOR EVIL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 50:19-21 Key Verse: “But as for you, ye thought evil against me; but God meant it unto good, to bring to pass, as it is this day, to save much people alive.” (Genesis 50:20) Supporting Texts: Genesis 45:5-8; Romans 8:28; Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:19-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Lord Is Good PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 10, 2023

Understand and celebrate God's unchanging goodness and care for us, even in times of trouble, and to find our joy and happiness in Him rather than our circumstances.

Good morning, church family! Isn't it wonderful to gather here today to bask in the goodness of our mighty God? Today, we're going to delve deep into the book of Nahum, specifically Nahum 1:7, which states, "The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in him." This ...read more

Scripture: Nahum 1:7

Topics: Celebrating God's Goodness

The Other Side PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 4, 2023

This sermon explores finding hope in desperate circumstances through Jesus' transformative power, as demonstrated in the healing of the demon-possessed man in Luke 8:26-39.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. Today is a day of hope, a day of faith, and a day of love. Today, we gather here to share in the Word of God, to grow in His wisdom, and to feel His divine presence among us. We are here to learn, to understand, and to apply His teachings in our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:26-39

Topics: Assignment

Deliverance: God Knows How To Deliver.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 26, 2024

Our God takes great joy in delivering His people. What ever our circumstances and traps around us... God has a covenant to deliver.

DELIVERANCE… GOD KNOWS HOW TO DELIVER. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Did you hear about the man who wife was expecting a baby any time? He took her to the grocery store! He heard they had free delivery? *DELIVERANCE: to bear, to give to another’s care, to give birth to, to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:13, 2 Peter 2:9, 1 Corinthians 10:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Beauty From Ashes PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Encourage faith and trust in God's goodness and control, even in the midst of tragedy, with the assurance that He can bring good out of our most painful circumstances.

Good morning, family. Today, we gather here not just as a congregation, but as a community, seeking comfort, hope, and joy in the midst of life's storms. It's in such moments we need a word of assurance, a whisper of hope, something to hold onto. When it feels like the world is falling apart around ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:3

Topics: Beauty, Tragedy

I Desire Mercy Not Sacrifice Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

God values mercy and compassion over religious rituals and rules. As followers of Jesus, we are called to extend mercy to everyone we encounter, regardless of their circumstances.

Hey guys! Ever wondered what gets God really pumped? What makes Him say, 'Yeah, that's what I'm talking about!'? Well, today we're going to dive into that. Spoiler alert: It's mercy. So, what's mercy? Think about when you're playing a video game, and you're totally crushing your friend. You could ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13

Topics: Mercy, Sacrifice, God's Desire, Daily Living