Sermons on Challenges Of Life:

Committed...to Christ Series

Contributed by Jerry Mckee on Aug 31, 2009

This is a Sunday School series that challenges teens to be committed to Christ, them selves, and to other relationships.

I. What is Commitment? a. Definition – a pledge or a promise; obligation. b. How the Bible defines Commitment i. Commitment to Christ must be complete – Luke 9:23-25 1. What does it mean to “take up your cross?” - 2. Don’t Compromise your commitment to Christ ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-25

Denomination: *other

Renew The Call

Contributed by Michael Wiley on Nov 19, 2008

This message challenges the church to renew the call from God, both as a church and as individual Christians.

Renew the Call Michael Wiley November 16, 2008 Matthew 5:13 NOTE: The back half of this message is taken almost exclusively, from John Hamby’s message, “Called to be the salt of the earth.” Introduction: We are on the backstretch of 2008. For me, November is about “Thanksgiving” and thinking ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Walk The Walk Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Sep 26, 2024

James challenges his readers and us to not just listen to the Word but do what it says.

James: Practical Faith  James 1:19-27 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church  09-22-2024 Jesse Jesse loved church! He was there every Sunday on his pew at First Baptist Kearney, Missouri. He was born a Baptist and had been baptized in the creek. He killed a man in a ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Baptist

What Happens In Biblical Community? Series

Contributed by Roger Haber on Oct 24, 2006

Discover the elements of community practiced in the early church and challenge the people to experience this in small groups.

Building Authentic Biblical Community: Community: What Happens in an Authentic Biblical Community Acts 2:42-47 5 October 2003 SUBJECT: What Happens in an Authentic Biblical Community RESPONSE: Discover the elements of community practiced in the early church and challenge the people to experience ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-57

Denomination: Baptist

"keep Sowing" Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Feb 5, 2024

Based on Luke 8:4-15 - Challenges hearers to consider the condition of the soil of their hearts.

“KEEP SOWING” Luke 8:4-15 FBCF – 2/4-24 Jon Daniels INTRO – Monticello Bapt Church – built FLC in 2005. Great facility! Used it in so many ways to impact our community w/ the Gospel. - New SS rooms – New Youth room w/ a café & game room - Commercial kitchen - Gym w/ walking track around ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:4-15

Denomination: Baptist

One Voice Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Oct 26, 2025

Based on Romans 15:1-7 - Challenges hearers to intentionally pursue unity in the Church.

“ONE VOICE” Romans 15:1-7 FBCF – 10/26/25 Jon Daniels INTRO – When I was an elementary-age & junior high-age kid, my best friend, Scot, & I would get on our bikes on any given Saturday morning & be gone all day. Our mamas didn’t know where we were & didn’t worry about us – we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Healing Power Of Positive Words Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 17, 2009

Words have the power to hurt or heal... Our challenge is to speak wisely, kindly and positively.

Title: The Healing Power of Positive Words Text: Proverbs 12:18, 15:4 and 16:24 Thesis: Words have the power to hurt or heal… Our challenge is to speak wisely, kindly and positively. The Bible in 90 Days Whole Church Challenge Series During the last six weeks we have read a sizeable portion of ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Will Soar Series

Contributed by Shine Thomas on Dec 19, 2023

Some of you made great progress. For some, it was a year of challenges, struggles, and pain. However

INTRODUCTION Praise the Lord and welcome to our New Year Service message “I will Soar”. I am sure 2018 was a great year for some of you. Some of you made great progress. For some, it was a year of challenges, struggles, and pain. However, within a few minutes, we are going to say goodbye to this ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1, 2 Corinthians 1:3, Romans 8:37, Isaiah 40:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Deadly Progression Of Sin Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Oct 3, 2022

Based on James 1:12-18 - Challenges hearers to stand strong in the face of temptation.

“THE DEADLY PROGRESSION OF SIN” James 1:12-15 FBCF – 10/2/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – Video – All of us feel that way sometimes. Find ourselves constantly being rocked w/ temptations from every direction. Let’s talk about that today. EXPLANATION – James 1:12-18 Sometimes we feel that we need to ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

3 Things To Be Thankful For

Contributed by Palitha Jayasooriya on Nov 16, 2015

This sermon challenges us to have a thankful heart in 3 areas and to learn to live with gratitude.

3 THINGS TO BE THANKFUL FOR INTRODUCTION – Recently, my brother Nimal, who was formerly a ship's captain and is now a lay Pastor in our church, shared the Word of God in one of our services. In that sermon he expressed his appreciation and thanks to me for being the first in our family ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:11-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

My Crazy Mixed Up Family #1 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Nov 1, 2019

God doesn’t remove the challenging family situations, He works through them.

We put the fun in dysfunctional. We’re probably a lot like you in that we have struggled in coming to understand why God created us and then placed us in such crazy mixed up families. Can I get a witness? The good news this morning is that we are not alone. Throughout the ages, people have ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Awakening Faith Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 14, 2025

This is the 27th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#27] AWAKENING FAITH Luke 8:19-25 Introduction: Today, as we celebrate Father’s Day, we remember how important faith, trust, and guidance are in our lives. Just like a father’s love can help his children feel strong and confident, our Heavenly Father wants to awaken ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:19-25, Matthew 8:23-27, Matthew 12:46-50, Mark 3:31-35, Mark 4:35-41  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Living The Legacy

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Nov 15, 2006

Shared on commitment Sunday of a capital campaign challenging the church to rise up and leave a legacy.

Living the Legacy, Making Disciples October 29, 2006 Joshua 24:1-24 Intro: When Ohio State played for the NCAA Championship in 2003, coach Jim Tressel wanted to encourage his players to step up to another level. In his pre-game speech he asked a powerful question: “What do you want to be ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

From This Day Forward

Contributed by Bryan Lassiter on Dec 9, 2021

An evangelical Advent/Christmas message that challenges us to draw near to God during this season.

From This Day Forward! Isaiah 35:1-10 Christmas is absolutely the best time in all the year! And it’s been the top of the charts now for over 2000 years. Forget about the commercial frenzy – that’s not really Christmas, even though we get caught up in the whole scene anyway. CHRISTMAS IS ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10, 1 Peter 2:9

Denomination: Methodist

Becoming A Water Walker

Contributed by Joseph Stapleton on Jul 30, 2010

A challenge to chruches to step out in faith bsed on thoughts from John Ortenberg's Book.

Becoming a Water Walker (All my sermons use illustrations from www.sermoncentral.com and the scripture is NIV unless otherwise noted) (This sermon was based on John Ortenberg’s Book and credit was given to the author) It takes great deal of FAITH to build God’s Church, especially ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ