Sermons on Weathering The Storm:

How To Pray In A Time Of Major Disappointment

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 5, 2023

Whether the moral weather is cloudy or fair, we temper every communication with thanksgiving.

Twenty-seventh Sunday in Course 2023 If God had human emotions–and He certainly did in Jesus’s life–what do you think He would have been feeling in today’s psalm, reading from Isaiah, and Gospel parable? Surely the emotion would have been profound disappointment. “the vineyard of the LORD of hosts ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:7, Philippians 4:6-9, Matthew 21:33-43, Isaiah 5:1-7, Psalm 80:12-19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

The Tower Of Power

Contributed by John Butler on Jun 28, 2008

Migdol means tower and that’s where God brought the children of Israel to. We, as children of God, need to find our way to the tower of power.

******SERMON OUTLINE******* There’s Power in the Tower... I. Introduction Turn with me to Exodus 14:1 Praise God Church!!! How many in here this morning have ever been through a storm in your life? A time in your life when: Nothing went right! No matter what you did you couldn’t get back ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:1-4

Living Without Regret Series

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Jun 1, 2010

A series called living without regret based on the book of Jonah.

Sermon title: LIVING WITH NO REGRETS Sermon text: Jonah chapter 1 Introduction Last week for school our 7 year old daughter Lilia had to write an answer to the question “What will you be like when you are 100 years old”? Lilia wrote “When I am 100 years old I guess ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Should I Do In The Midst Of A Storm

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Feb 12, 2009

We all face storms in life. What are we to do in the midst of a storm?

A passenger on an ocean liner was enduring a rough Atlantic crossing. As he leaned over the rail, his face a shade of green, a steward came along and tried to encourage him: “Don’t be discouraged, sir! No one’s ever died of seasickness yet!” The nauseous passenger looked up at the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:1-44

Denomination: Baptist

Dare To Believe: Longing For The Calm Series

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Feb 6, 2010

Do you wondering when the boat will stop rocking or if you’ll be swamped and drown if things continue the way they are? There is calm...

-Ferry crossing from Sydney NS to Port aux Basques, NL. Five hours often on rough seas. My experience one night of being on deck; longed for calm sea, better yet calm spirit so I could sleep. Through a hole in the clouds I saw the North Star. Fixed my eyes on the star. In the storm I found ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:23-27

Denomination: Salvation Army

In The Boat Together

Contributed by Daniel Haas on Aug 7, 2009

From fear to awe

Mark 4:35-41 OUR PANIC - someone’s gotta do something - terrorism - son we’re all gonna be victimized by some suicide bombers - global warming - soon we’re all gonna drown in the every-rising sea levels - economic crisis - soon we’re all gonna starve because no one can afford their food anymore - ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Congregational

Jesus’ Authority Is Sufficient

Contributed by Ellie Wakeman on Nov 22, 2010

The sermon explores the main truth that Jesus’ authority is enough.

You know, just this past week, I was reminded of an event that had occurred some years back that I wanted to share with you all. This young lady, in her mid 30s was at a time in her life when everything seemed to be going great! Every time she turned around things seemed to be falling right into ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:23-27

Denomination: Christian Church

The Thunder Rolls Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Dec 20, 2010

Exposition of Ps 29 about how David views God's power as a storm

Text: Psalm 29:1-11, Title: The Thunder Rolls, Date/Place: NRBC, 12/5/10, AM A. Opening illustration: video ill, what words would you use to describe that? Story about the commentator’s son who did a back flip while watching the storm after a close bolt and a loud peel of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 29:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Faith & Fear

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 16, 2011

Message about how God works in the storms of our life. We must learn to have faith and not fear.

Note: The main source of my textual study is Preachers Sermon and Outline Bible on Mark 4:35 - 41 Title: Faith and Fear Theme: To show how fear can keep us from having faith in God Text: Mark 4:35 – 41 Introduction Where have they been? Parables. Before this Jesus had been teaching ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Church Of God

"How God Uses Doubt"

Contributed by Brad Henry on Nov 17, 2011

Our doubts have us ask questions. Those questions will eventually lead us to the answer that is it only God that can calm the storm in your life.

Doubt - to lack confidence in : distrust - Merriam Online Dictionary Many believers and non-believers alike think that a strong Christian is one who does not doubt God. I am here to tell you today that everyone doubts God from time to time. But it is through those doubts that God proves himself ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:16-29

Bring Back Stability Series

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Dec 7, 2011

I. A Conscious Need. II. A Great Discovery. III. A Comforting Message IV. A Willing Reception V. An Immediate Result

- Steadicam on a Sagway - No matter what the action the camera is always steady I. A Conscious Need. Their condition was most painful. v. 17 - "It was now dark”, v.17 - Alone v. 18 – Storm “A great wind that blew” Darkness, Desertion, Danger. - With Jesus darkness will ...read more

Scripture: John 6:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

Jonah And The Call To Arise And Go! Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Jul 10, 2011

Jonah teaches us God’s love for people and His desire to share His forgiveness with them. Like Jonah, God has called us to arise and go to the world with the Good News about salvation through Jesus.

JONAH: ARISE AND GO! INTRO TO TOPIC: How many of you grew up in the church? If you remember any stories from Sunday school as a child, the top three were most likely David slaying Goliath, Daniel in the Lion’s Den, and Jonah in the Whale. However – are these stories real? And if so, what relevance ...read more

Denomination: *other

It's Time To Get Out Of The Boat!

Contributed by C Jordan on Jul 31, 2011

Jesus wants us to get out of the boat (our comfort zones) and walk on the water (extreme discipleship). This message also includes a report of our recent Costa Rica Mission Trip.

IT’S TIME TO GET OUT OF THE BOAT! OPENING TEXT: Jesus said: “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature.” (Mark 16:15). • The past nine days, we did that with a team we took to Costa Rica. COSTA RICA SLIDE SHOW: • The trip was all about being ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-36

Denomination: *other

In The Darkness Of Night Series

Contributed by Patrick Slack on Sep 26, 2011

When are we most venerable to something happening? When we are unaware. Are you facing a tragedy? Are you still having to deal with all the emotions that come along with it? (Fear, anger, uncertainness, isolation,). Maybe you would not say it’s a

In the darkness of night Opening Video: September 11, tribute When are we most venerable to something happening? When we are unaware. I am reminded of what happened on this day in 2001 when everyone’s live were changed for ever in just a few moment. Who would of thought that 19 people could ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

An Illogical Question: Carest Thou Not?

Contributed by Kevin Williams on Jul 13, 2017

The things we say in the midst of the storm! Like the disciples fearful of dying at sea while Jesus lies asleep, we cry out, "Carest Thou Not"? Answer the question now and find strength later in the storm. Feed faith, now!

An Illogical Question: "Carest Thou Not" (Some things make "no" sense) [ Maaan, The Stuff I Say In A Storm] Mark 4: 35-41 And the same day, when the even was come, he saith unto them, Let us pass over unto the other side. And when they had sent away the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Congregational