Sermons on Unpleasant Circumstances:

Trusting The God Who Will Provide Series

Contributed by Clinton Smith on Feb 24, 2009

God will meet your needs in the midst of the most difficult circumstances of life when you make Him a priority in your life.

Martyn Lloyd-Jones offers an insightful perspective on how we use God’s name: What unworthy ideas and notions this world has of God! If you test your ideas of God by the teaching of the Scriptures you will see at a glance what I mean. We lack even a due sense of the greatness and the might and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Wounded Hands

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 29, 2015

An obscure verse in the Book of Zechariah describes the wounds in the hands of Jesus and the circumstances that caused those wounds. Great lead in to the Lord's Supper.

THE WOUNDED HANDS Zech. 13:6 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Four ladies from their church’s WM group were driving home one Sunday afternoon when they are involved in a terrible car crash. Unfortunately, none of them survived. When they arrive at the Pearly Gates, Peter told them there was a ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 13:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Cheer In A Cheerless World

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 11, 2014

The world has joy and happiness directly proportional to circumstances. Real true joy is not dependent on things but rather on the person of Jesus Christ

BAD NEWS TODAY Vilolence & death around the world Ukraine/ Russia & Crimea Warfare death of innocents MH17 Nigeria Boko Haram size towns & children W. Africa Ebola epidemic out of control Israel/Gaza - Hamas keeps rejecting cease-fire Iraq Isis murder & butchery Hurricanes & tornadoes Flooding & ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33

Denomination: Baptist

Roll-Over Prayer

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Aug 19, 2014

We all have circumstances in our lives when we feel that there is no way out. King David experienced similar feelings.

“ROLL-OVER PRAYER” Psalm 69 Have you ever come close to drowning (or at least THOUGHT you were drowning)? I can remember as a young boy, swimming in a big tire tube as it rolled over and pushed my face into the water so that I could not raise my head. I could not move forward or ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 69:1-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Commendation Of Tychicus Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 12, 2018

“Tychicus” is the informant of Paul’s immediate circumstances to the Asian churches; and he is warmly commended with the apostle’s fine character reference.

Commentary on the Book of Ephesians By: Tom Lowe Date: 2/25/18 Lesson 28: The Commendation of Tychicus (6:21-22) (Ephesians 6:21-22, KJV) 21 But that ye also may know my affairs, and how I do, , a beloved brother and faithful minister in the Lord, shall make known to you all things: 22 Whom I ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:21-22

Denomination: Baptist

Seeing The Good Overshadows The Bad! (Psalm 13) Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 12, 2019

The Psalmist highlights the difference it makes in lives by seeing that God is always with us no matter what our situations and circumstances might be.

MAKING MUSIC FROM SHARPS AND FLATS IN LIFE Sermons Based on Selected Psalms Psalms Sermon III – Psalm ...read more

Crown Of Glory

Contributed by Bala Samson on Oct 31, 2023

Do not look at your present circumstances my dear friend, God can just change it in a jiffy. Do you believe?

Nov 1, 2023, Wed Psalm 132:18”I will clothe his enemies with shame, but the crown he wears will be glorious." Blessed November! The crown on your head will shine! Say Amen. This is the promise Word for November 2023! Since you have patiently endured the cross, without murmuring or ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 132:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Where Is God In All Of This? (Covid-19 Special Message) Series

Contributed by Thomas Bartlett on Apr 18, 2020

Philippians is the letter of joy and encouragement in the midst of adverse circumstances. Adverse? Are we in adverse times? Yes, I’d say so.

OUTLINE My Phillipians series was cut short for COVID-19. I'm coming back to Phil 3 and 4 with some special messages. The messages are shorter and I intend to preach no longer than 25 minutes due to livestreaming. The Way of Joy Philippians 3:7-11 (ESV) What is God’s Will in all of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-11, 1 Thessalonians 4:3

Denomination: Other

Sermon On A Loss Of Direction

Contributed by William Meakin on Nov 1, 2021

Many people in life often become distracted by events or circumstances beyond their control which inevitably result in a lack of positive direction.

Melody Beattie, an American author of self-help books on codependent relationships once remarked: "I used to spend so much time reacting and responding to everyone else that my life had no direction. Other people's lives, problems, and wants set the course for my life. Once I realized it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:10, 2 Timothy 4:17, Deuteronomy 31:6

Power Up! Dare To Believe, Living Right Side Up PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

Explore the transformative power of faith, especially during trials, and encourage believers to live righteously and dare to believe, even in challenging circumstances.

Good morning, Church Family! Today, we're going to talk about something that resonates with us all, and that's the power of faith in trials, living right side up, and daring to believe. Our conversation is centered on Hebrews 9:11-14 and Philippians 2:12-13. Hebrews 9:11-14 says, "But when Christ ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:11-14, Philippians 2:12-13

Topics: Faith, Trials, Persecution

Give Thanks Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

The sermon emphasizes the importance of gratitude in all circumstances, aligning with God's will, and being joyful, prayerful, and grateful, regardless of our situations.

Welcome church! I’m so grateful to see you all here today. Doris Day once said, “Gratitude is riches, complaint is poverty.” And as we gather together today with Thanksgiving fresh on our minds, there is so much for us to be grateful for. I hope that as I was sharing you were busy thinking of all ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Topics: Giving Thanks, Joyful Living, Gratitude

Looking Forward--And Inward--For The Messianic Age

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 3, 2024

We are an egalitarian people. All of us have equal dignity, even if our economic circumstances differ from each other.

Twenty-Third Sunday in Course 2024 How can we characterize the prophet Isaiah and his disciples, who have given us the greatest collection of prophetic Biblical stories and sayings in the OT? Isaiah and his community were men living in terrible times of strife and suffering whose faith enabled them ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:31-37, James 2:1-5, Psalm 146:7-10, Isaiah 35:4-7

Denomination: Catholic

Continuous Commitment Lesson 7 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 4, 2025

Your character is revealed in your attitude to failure. Never rely on your talent, circumstances, or physical ability, rely on your commitment.

INTRODUCTION: Yesterday: Past decisions formed you for today. Tomorrow: Future dreams give you energy and discipline. Today counts: Strengthening past commitments. 1. Past decisions changed your life. Think back to the time and place your life was changed. Time Place Who 2. Decisions ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6

Denomination: Baptist

Trust The Instrument

Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 31, 2025

God brings us in relationship to himself so that we can trust in all circumstances - trust the Word to bring you through.

You can listen to the sermon here:- https://www.npbc.org.au/podcasts/media Proverbs 3:5-6 “Trust The Instrument” Who do you trust? Many of us we will quickly say “I trust Jesus”. That is a good answer. But I’m thinking more broadly about the trust that you place in another person because they ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Go! And Rejoice Always - Philippians 4:4 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 13, 2025

In Christ, joy is not optional—it’s essential. It’s a witness to the world that our God is greater than our circumstances.

Go! And Rejoice Always Philippians 4:4 (NLT) – “Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again—rejoice!” Introduction: A Command That Seems Impossible If I were to stand before you today and say, “Be joyful—always,” some of you might smile politely, while others might think, “Dean, that’s ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4, Habakkuk 3:17-18, John 15:9-11, Nehemiah 8:10, Romans 5:1-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal