Sermons on suffering

ATTRACTIVE CHRISTIANITY (Part 2)

Titus 2:9-10 In this sermon in our study on the book of Titus, Pastor Mark preaches on how we are to act as believers in very difficult circumstances.  In the text, we see the attitude of the believer should be one that exercises Christian Humility, exhibits Christlike Charity, and exhibits Christlike Integrity. Note:  We apologize…

CONSOLATIONS FOR THE HEAVY HEARTED

In these few verses of Exodus 2, we find the Israelites enduring extreme suffering, but we also find such consolations from God:  He hears us, He remembers, He sees, and He knows!  Pastor Mark explains God is always responsive to your prayers, God can never renege on His promises, and God can perfectly relate to…

WEATHERING THE STORM

Responding to Major Setbacks on the Path of Revival Exodus 1 In this first sermon in our new series entitled “Moving Forward”, we dive into Exodus 1.  Pastor Mark explains how the nation of Israel had been experiencing a season of peace and prosperity in Egypt, before a sudden storm of persecution came upon them. …

STRENGTH FOR THE POWERLESS

Psalm 94 In this final sermon in our series, Learning Language of Prayer, Pastor Mark examines Psalm 94.  What do we do when we are mistreated, specifically because of our identity in Christ?  We see from the text that we must bring our grievance to God, consider the folly of the foolish, and provide reassurance…

Terminating the Cycle of Sin

1 Peter 4:1-6 In this sermon, Pastor Mark expounds on truths from the text regarding suffering in the Christian life.  He contrasts God’s intentions and Satan’s intentions in our suffering.  We also discover our defense against the enemy, as well as God’s comfort in our despair.  When we embrace these truths, through God’s power we…