Sermons on Challenge Of Gospel:

Delight In God's Word Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Sep 5, 2017

Jesus took the challenges and turned them into opportunities to encourage people to believe in God!

Please open your Bibles to Mark 12…… Take a quick look again at v12…… Eventually, Jesus was crucified on a cross, but sadly, many missed the point of Jesus being a sacrifice for man’s sin as planned by God. I pray that all of you never miss the point of why Jesus died. This is one of the reasons ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:34-37

Denomination: Independent/Bible

James 1:19-27 Faith In Action Series

Contributed by Rev. Craig James on Apr 19, 2018

We look at the letter of James and his challenge to put our faith into action.

Context James – written probably by Jesus Brother who was Head of Church in Jerusalem. James is writting before AD50 when Jerusalem Council was held. He is writing to the scattered Jewish Christians … they were being persecuted by both Gentiles and Jews. James is helping them to know the truth ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Congregational

Worthy Worship Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 26, 2022

I challenge each of us today with this: Worship God in a worthy manner.

WISE LIVING: WORTHY WORSHIP Ecclesiastes 5:1-20 #wiseliving2022 READ ECCLESIASTES CHAPTER 5:1-20 [person from the congregation] As we begin this morning, I would like to dig into a few stories in the Bible that share some important truths with us before we get into Ecclesiastes 5. It is ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Blessing - Genesis 27 Series

Contributed by Scott Turansky on Jul 24, 2021

We use the word ‘dysfunction’ to describe a family that has some challenges in it.

We use the word ‘dysfunction’ to describe a family that has some challenges in it. Many of you know what that means when we talk about dysfunction because you grew up in a dysfunctional home, a challenging home where there was dysfunction and difficulties. Others of you have challenges inside your ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Is Able.

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Nov 8, 2021

No matter the challenges we are passing through, God is able to deliver his own.

TEXT: Daniel 3:16-18 "Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, answered and said to the king, O Nebuchadnezzar, we are not careful to answer thee in this matter. If it be so, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace, and he will deliver us out of thine hand, O king. ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:16-18, Isaiah 43:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Do I Do When My Faith Is Under Attack? Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Jul 28, 2022

Daniel faces the greatest challenge of his life by relying on his faith in God.

Introduction The year is 2022, and our faith is under attack. It should not surprise us because all throughout the Bible men and woman of faith have come under attack. Noah as he worked on building the Ark probably his faith in God suffered great ridicule by those around him. The Bible describes ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

You Shall Not Bear False Witness Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 1, 2022

Based on Ex. 20:16 - Sermon challengers hearers to live lives of truth.

“YOU SHALL NOT BEAR FALSE WITNESS” Ex. 20:16 FBCF – 7/31/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – A couple of hunters chartered a plane to fly into the Canadian wilderness. Two weeks later when the pilot came to pick them up, he saw the two animals they had bagged and said, "I told you fellows I ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:16

Denomination: Baptist

Transformed By Truth: "every Person Is As Close To God As They Want To Be" James 4:8 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 12, 2024

From James 4:8 a sermon to challenge the listener to reflect on their relationship with God.

Transformed by Truth: "Every Person is as Close to God as They Want to Be" James 4:8 Introduction Today, we explore a profound truth: "Every person is as close to God as they want to be." This statement challenges us to reflect on our personal relationship with God. Our main ...read more

Scripture: James 4:8, Psalm 145:18, Isaiah 59:2, 1 John 1:9, Philippians 3:10, Jeremiah 29:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Serious Sibling Rivalry! Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on May 15, 2023

Based on Genesis 37:12-36 - Challenges hearers to deal with bitterness in their lives.

“SERIOUS SIBLING RIVALRY!” Gen. 37:12-36 FBCF – 5/14/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – https://www.sermoncentral.com/church-media-preaching-sermons/sermon-video-illustrations/rebuilding-3803-detail Ephesians 4:31 commands us to, “Get rid of all bitterness.” Why? - It’s poison in our relationships. - It’s ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:12-36, Ephesians 4:31, Hebrews 12:15, Romans 12:18

Denomination: Baptist

Can We Find A Man Like This? Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jun 19, 2023

Based on Genesis 41:38 - Challenges men to Spirit-filled men of God.

“CAN WE FIND A MAN LIKE THIS?” Genesis 41:38 FBCF – 6/18/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – 1985 TV commercial for USMC – “We’re looking for a few good men.” The Marines may be looking for a FEW good men, but God is looking for MANY Godly men! EXPLANATION – Genesis 41:38 (p. 35) Where are we in Joseph’s ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:38, Titus 3:5-6, Ephesians 1:13, 1 Thessalonians 5:19, Ephesians 4:30, 1 Corinthians 10:31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Embracing Change With God's Strength SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

An exploration into the transformative power and challenges that come when God's presence uplifts us.

Today, I want to share with you a powerful message on the theme of "Embracing the Power of God's Presence" using Psalms 68:1-3 as our scripture text. My prayer is that by the end of this sermon, our hearts will be ignited with a deep desire to experience the transformative power that comes when God ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-2

Topics: Endurance, Change

Living In Holiness Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jun 16, 2025

Based on Psalm 15 - Challenges hearers to live a holy life in the presence of God.

“LIVING IN HOLINESS” Psalm 15 FBCF – 6/15/25 Jon Daniels INTRO – “Living in Holiness” – When you think of holiness, what comes to your mind? Maybe your idea of holiness is like the sweet family I saw eating in lobby of hotel in Dallas this week – dad, mom, 3 boys from Deridder, LA – mom was ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

Standing Firm In The Faith Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 22, 2025

To stand firm is to be rooted, unwavering, and resolute in our walk with God, regardless of the challenges.

STANDING FIRM IN THE FAITH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 16:13 Supporting Texts: Ephesians 6:10-18, 1 Peter 5:8-9, Jude 1:3, Philippians 1:27, Hebrews 10:23 INTRODUCTION: In a world full of shifting values, spiritual compromise, and increasing opposition to truth, standing ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13, Ephesians 6:10-18, 1 Peter 5:8-9, Jude 1:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Daniel: Someone Of Substance? Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Oct 16, 2025

A fly over of the book of Daniel with a challenge to be a person of substance in living near to God

The Book of Daniel was written around 530BC, however the writer thought to be Daniel himself records a lot but not all the history behind the book. It’s a book that is deep, dynamic and divinely prophetic. It is recorded by historical sources that the Babylonian King Nebuchadnezzar and his army ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:16-18, Daniel 4:33-34, Daniel 6:22, 2 Thessalonians 2:3-4, Daniel 12:13, Mark 12:30-31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

There Is Hope PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023

God's promises and love are steadfast and unfailing, even in the face of unbelief and the challenges of the world.

So, with that thought in mind, let's read our passage for today, Romans 11:7-10: 7 What then? What the people of Israel sought so earnestly they did not obtain. The elect among them did, but the others were hardened, 8 as it is written: “God gave them a spirit of stupor, eyes that could not see and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:7-10

Topics: Chosen, Hardened