Sermons on When God Isnt Gentle:

When You Feel Like Quitting

Contributed by William Mouser on Feb 26, 2006

Jesus’ transfiguration is recorded in the gospels to embolden the disciples and their converts down the ages, as they face discouragement on the way to God’s Kingdom.

Psalm 27, 1 Kings 19:9-18, 2 Peter 1:16-21, Mark 9:2-9 When you feel like quitting On July 4, 1952, a young woman named Florence Chadwick waded into the water off Catalina Island. She was setting out to swim the channel from the island to the California coast. This was no novice undertaking. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-9

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

When You Are Healed, Become A Healer!

Contributed by Aneel Aranha on Aug 24, 2021

God blesses us so that we may bless others. When we do so, he blesses us even more.

There is not a single person among us who hasn’t struggled with a major calamity in life. It may have been a severe illness that left us bedridden for weeks. It may have been a broken relationship that shattered our hearts to pieces. It may have been an addiction that we couldn’t break. It may have ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Blessed Are The Meek Series

Contributed by Art Campbell on Jun 30, 2007

Many people confuse meekness for weakness. But true meekness is strong, a gentleness of spirit and humility that comes from confidence in God.

Matt 5.5 "Blessed are the meek for they will inherit the earth." As we go through these beatitudes we’re discovering that Jesus turns conventional wisdom on its head and presents those things the world despises as the way of the Kingdom. And this morning we’ve come to a beatitude that isn’t ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5

Denomination: Baptist

Moving Ahead When Opposition Comes Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Aug 11, 2005

When we are on a mission from God and we run into barriers and things don’t seem successful - how do we react? Moses experienced this upon returning to Egypt. We learn how God works with us but keeps on task.

Sometimes we think that battling for the Lord ought to be easy. I mean, here’s a Guy who created the universe by talking! It’s like Bill Cosby said to his son once on The Cosby Show "I brought you into this world and I can take you back out!" We like have a powerful person on our side. The problem ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

God’s Deliverance

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 24, 2022

Often when we face the difficulties of life, we try to make sense out of what we are facing. But what frustrates us at times like this is that IT DOES NOT MAKE SENSE!

For example, when the terrorists struck the Trade Towers in New York City, and the Pentagon, on Sept. 11, 2001, the pundits put their heads together and tried to make sense of why anyone would want to kill thousands of innocent people. They could only reach the conclusion that Osama Bin Laden and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Decision-Making When Facing Doors

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 14, 2025

Guide to making decisions ion the will of God.

A. DOORS TO HEAVEN 1. The door of salvation. “I am the door, by Me if any man enters in he shall be saved, and shall go in and out and find pasture” (Jn. 10:4). 2. The door of discipleship. “You can enter God’s Kingdom only through the narrow gate. The highway to hell is broad, and its gate is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 84:10, Psalm 37:4

Denomination: Baptist

"When Faith And Doubt Collide" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on May 25, 2011

What do we do when we don't have all the answers? What happens when we say I believe but I need help? This message looks at some of the deeper questions of our faith and challenges us to place a greater dependence on God.

“Dangerous Intersections -When Faith and Doubt Collide” Mark 9:14-24 I learned this week that of all the traffic intersections in America that the most dangerous intersection in the nation is right here in Florida. Shouldn’t surprise us. Florida manages to be first in a lot of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-24

Denomination: Baptist

When I Am Weak Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 22, 2013

Sometimes trouble just overwhelms you. You feel vulnerable, weak, unstable. If you ever feel this way, you are in good company. David felt that way too. He poured his heart out to God and depended on the Lord in a way that will help you in times of troubl

As with some of our most recent psalms, Psalm 59 was written by David during a particularly difficult time in his life. In 1 Samuel 19 David has a death sentence on his head from jealous King Saul. In verse 9 we learn that one day an evil spirit entered Saul and he threw a spear at David, trying ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

When The World Falls Apart

Contributed by Derek Geldart on May 18, 2025

In a world unraveling through war, disaster, and spiritual decay, Psalm 46 calls believers to stand firm in supernatural trust, knowing that God—not nations or systems—is our unshakable refuge, reigning sovereign over every storm and offering peace in His powerful presence.

When the World Falls Apart Psalms 46 These are indeed turbulent times in which we live. The global stage trembles with unrest—instability, conflict, and the ever-present threat of war. Nations rise against nations—not just with words, but with weapons. Some justify their aggression under the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Transformed By Truth: Living God’s Way Each And Every Day Galatians 5:22-23 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 28, 2024

Embrace the transformative power of God’s love and grace, inspired by the fruit of the Spirit outlined in Galatians 5:22-23. Explore the daily decisions we make to embody love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.

Transformed by Truth: Living God’s way each and every day Galatians 5:22-23 Welcome to a new day, a fresh opportunity to embrace the transformative power of God’s love and grace. Each morning brings a choice: how will we navigate the challenges and blessings ahead? Inspired by the fruit of the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23, 1 John 4:7, Nehemiah 8:10, Colossians 3:15, James 1:3-4, Ephesians 4:32, Proverbs 3:3-4, Philippians 4:5, 1 Peter 5:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

When My Situation Seems Impossible Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Nov 30, 2020

The angel tells Mary that nothing is impossible with God. This sermon looks at five things that seem impossible that God has made possible.

“NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE WITH GOD”: “Well, then, give me a million dollars!” - Luke 1:37. - Shallow requests. WHAT ARE SOME WORTHWHILE REQUESTS THAT SEEM IMPOSSIBLE? 1. “I wish I could have my slate wiped clean.” - Luke 24:47. - Matthew 26:28; Luke 3:3; Luke 24:47; Acts 2:38; Hebrews 9:22. - ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:34-38

Denomination: Baptist

If This Is From God ... Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Mar 14, 2004

How do you respond to the work of God in Christians lives and how will you respond when you face opposition?

It seems to me there are 2 different questions that arise for us in this passage today. The first is this: "How will you respond to the work of God in the lives of his followers? Will you respond with faith, with allegiance to Jesus Christ as Lord or will you reject his claims over you as ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-42

Denomination: Anglican

Peace With God

Contributed by Timothy Archer on Feb 11, 2006

When we understand salvation by grace through faith, we can have true peace

Have you ever heard the way Jewish people greet one another? They say "Shalom." "Shalom." It means "peace." When you look at the writings of the New Testament, you’ll see that this greeting is often used. Paul often says "grace and peace unto you" as he begins and/or ends his letters. When Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Lord Is With You When You Are With Him Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 17, 2006

Looks at the virtures of the life of King Asa to find "tests" that reveal the strength of our walk with God

1. Title: The Lord is With You When You Are With Him 2. Text: II Chronicles 14-16, esp 13; I Kings 15:9-24 3. Audience: Villa Heights Christian Church, AM crowd, May 28, 2006, 2nd in the series “The Kings and I” 4. Objectives: -for the people to understand better how to apply OT stories to ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When You Can't Believe Series

Contributed by Brad Froese on Jun 29, 2006

For people living under the influence of spiritual blindness by REFUSING TO BELIEVE the infallible, authoritative word of God...

The Bible says, “Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see…” How strong is your SPIRITUAL eyesight? On a scale of 1-10, 10 being JESUS, where are you? Did you know that SOME OF US are WILLINGLY walking down the road of life VISUALLY IMPAIRED? (Beer Goggles slide) ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God