Sermons on Challenges Are Positive:

Getting Out Of Your Comfort Zone

Contributed by Jonathan Lucas on Jun 26, 2001

This Sermon Challenges both the Believer and Seeker to evaluate their life. To look and see if there are things that are keeping them from truly living for God. It strives to get them to cast of some of their comforts and place their faith in the purpose and will of God.

Text: Philippians 4:11-13 Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content. I know both how to be abased, and I know how to abound: every where and in all things I am instructed both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:11-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Can You Still Love And Worship God Through Disappointments? Series

Contributed by Alis Cerrahyan on Jun 28, 2019

Some of the saddest moments of our lives are when we're going through a serious challenge; or the loss of a job; or even the loss of a loved one. But the saddest of all is when God stops correcting us.

God calls children a blessing and a gift! Jesus actually tells us to be like children and to come to him full of faith and trust. Mark 10:15 reads, "Truly I tell you, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.” The most important ingredients a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:15, Psalm 8:2, Matthew 18:2-6

The Calling Of The Twelve Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on May 10, 2017

Jesus called twelve men to serve as disciples. These men came from different backgrounds, varied occupations, and unique personalities. Jesus used ordinary men in extraordinary ways. That should challenge and encourage every believer.

The Calling of the Twelve Mark 3: 13-21 Surely you would agree that our study thus far has revealed a very busy, and often difficult time for Jesus. His ministry had gained momentum and immense popularity among the common people. Everywhere Jesus went, He was met with large crowds of people, all ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

Finding Safety In Faith SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

We are living in challenging and dangerous times. Ignoring this reality is as unwise as trying to confront a Tsunami or a tornado. However, under God's protection, we are invincible. This sermon explores the power of faith and God's protection in our lives.

In these perilous times, it is crucial to pay attention to a message that is often neglected. Just as it would be foolish to stand against a tsunami or a tornado, ignoring this message is equally unwise. The blood of Jesus is the key to victory and protection. "The priest is to take some of the ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 14:14-18

Topics: God's Protection, Faith In Difficult Times

Ministry Partnerships-1(2025)

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 11, 2025

1 of 6. Elizabeth & Mary shared their experiences as ministry partners in God’s service. Ministry partnerships foster an atmosphere for sharing experience in God’s service. But What exactly do those partnerships in God's service share? Ministry partnerships share...

MINISTRY PARTNERSHIPS-I—Luke 1:39-40(:39-56) RECAP: Around Christmas, 2023, Salem was met with a series of sermons entitled, ‘MEETING The DEMANDS For GOD’s PLAN’(Lk. 1:26-38). In those sermons, we looked into some early events surrounding the birth of Jesus thru the eyes of Luke. And there we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-40, Luke 1:39-56

Denomination: Baptist

Honesty - Silence Is Not Always Golden

Contributed by Jeff Riedel on Jul 2, 2014

Seeking God and having the ultimate relationship with Him requires complete honesty. Covering our faults and failures is no good to anyone. This message challenges the hearer to examine how honest he/she is with the Lord, himself and others.

SERMON: The next person, after hearing this message, who tells a lie, no matter how big or small.....will fall over immediately and die. Ok maybe not, but hey, It could happen you know. Wait, it did happen.... Wait....it does happen......Wait.....it happens all the time. More on that in a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-10, Psalm 15:1-2, Psalm 32:1-5, Proverbs 28:13, Genesis 3:13, 1 John 1:5-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian Church

Inertia: State Of Motion

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 29, 2008

The challenge I present to you today isn’t about scientific inertia, but rather spiritual inertia…and although today it is geared toward our young people, this principle relates to all of us.

Inertia: State of Motion Every body perseveres in its state of being at rest or of moving uniformly straight ahead, except insofar as it is compelled to change its state by forces impressed. [Cohen & Whitman 1999 translation] Definition: "… a body at rest will remain at rest and a body moving ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Are You Alive Or Dead?" Ecc. Part 10 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 15, 2008

Solomon challenges us to examine whether we are alive in Christ or dead in our sin. He tells us to find God’s favor now because at the crossover it will be too late!

“Are you Alive or Dead?” Ecc. Pt. 10 Opening Illustration: Prophecy fulfilled by Blue Fish TV Thesis: Solomon challenges us to examine whether we are alive in Christ or dead in our sin. He tells us to find God’s favor now because at the crossover it will be too late! Scripture Text: ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living Old And Sappy

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jul 18, 2019

A sermon dedicated to those growing older finish well and live an abundant life. 4 steps on how to be found faithful to the end!

Scripture: Psalm 92 (cf. verse 14); 2 Timothy 4:7-8; Luke 12:25-31 Title: The Sappy Life A sermon dedicated to those growing older finish well and live an abundant life. 4 steps on how to be found faithful to the end! INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit Ted ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:7-8, Luke 12:25-31, Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Nazarene

How To Make More Money This Year Series

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Jan 12, 2022

God is searching for people with whom He can entrust His wealth.

REF NO: 018 1 Samuel 2:7, NIV: The LORD sends poverty and wealth; he humbles and he exalts. 1 Samuel 2:7, NLT: The LORD makes some poor and others rich; he brings some down and lifts others. HOW TO MAKE MORE MONEY THIS YEAR Today's passage will not only show you how to make money this year ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:7, 2 Corinthians 8:9

Denomination: Charismatic

The Broken Altar - When Worship Becomes Work Series

Contributed by Barry Tallis on May 2, 2025

The first in a four part series confronts the subtle drift from passionate devotion to empty religious routine, challenging believers to recognize the cracks in their spiritual foundations and commit to rebuilding authentic altars of worship in their daily lives.

INTO: Today we're kicking off a brand-new series that's going to challenge your spiritual comfort zone and reignite your relationship with God. We're talking about being SET APART in a world that wants you to fit in! Have you ever felt like your relationship with God has become more ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 29:13, 1 Kings 18:30, Romans 12:1

Qualified For Special Service Series

Contributed by David Owens on Aug 22, 2022

All disciples of Jesus are supposed to be servants, but some disciples will be qualified for special service as deacons. In this sermon, we learn about the qualifications of deacons and why they are important, and we all are challenged to be faithful servants.

Introduction: A. Once there was a rather grumpy deacon who was teaching a Bible class full of boys and was endeavoring to impress upon them the importance of living the Christian life. 1. The deacon asked the boys: “Why do people call me a Christian?” 2. After an awkward moment of silence, one ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:8-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thyatira: Corrupted By Compromise

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 26, 2020

Although situated within the smallest of the seven cities, the church in Thyatira received the longest letter. They were faithful in their labor, but had compromised with false doctrine. Jesus challenged them regarding the toleration of false teaching.

Thyatira: Corrupted by Compromise Revelation 2: 18-29 Our text deals with the fourth church that Christ addressed in Revelation. While the church in Thyatira was situated within the smallest of the cities the Lord would address, it is interesting that they received the largest letter. The name ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Baptist

Why Do We Sing? Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Nov 18, 2002

Sermon 3 of 5 on Why we do the things we do. This message was delivered by Esther Hetrick, Worship Minister. History reminds us that musical styles have been changing all along. At one time every song was a new song, and we can find positive contributi

Why do we sing? By Esther Hetrick Meridian Christian Church For early Christians, the book of Psalms was their songbook. And what a variety we find—joyful praise and adoration, confession and remorse, the pouring out of struggles and conflict, some quiet and reflective, others exuberant; some of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:15-16, Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Faith Looks Like Series

Contributed by James Wallace on May 11, 2021

This is a reality check. When you're surprised by the challenges of the Christian life and even tempted to quit, consider how the people who are part of Faith's Hall of Fame lived.

This past week we all heard about another horrific tragedy on the border. Three people died and 25 were injured as smugglers attempted to bring dozens of illegal immigrants into the U.S. via boat along the California Coast. The 40-foot boat broke up on a reef just west of Point Loma off the San ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-16, Romans 1:18-20, Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Bible Church