Sermons on Challenging:

The Refining Fire Of Testing And Trials Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 20, 2025

The Bible teaches us that trials and tribulations are an inevitable part of the Christian journey.

The Bible teaches us that trials and tribulations are an inevitable part of the Christian journey. It is through these challenges that our faith is tested, refined, and strengthened. As the Bible says, "God will test you with pain, with problems, with patience, struggles, hard days not when ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14, Daniel 6:1-28

Standing At The Edge Of The River

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 30, 2009

Every man has a Jordan River that has to be crossed to gain the Promised Land.

STANDING AT THE EDGE OF THE RIVER TEXT: Joshua 3:1-6 Joshua 3:1-6 -- “And Joshua rose early in the morning; and they removed from Shittim, and came to Jordan, he and all the children of Israel, and lodged there before they passed over.” “And it came to pass after three days, that the officers ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Standing Firm In Uncertain Times

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Jun 14, 2025

How to stand firm on the Gospel of Truth in the Uncertainty of the world we live in

1st Corinthians 16:13 says "Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong". As believers we face many challenges in our world today. We Face - Social Challenges Like Persecution and Discrimination In many countries, people are persecuted or even put to death. We ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13, Matthew 7:24-27, Ephesians 6:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Faith Falters

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 29, 2013

He left a physical famine and found himself in a spiritual famine, a famine that came upon him on the basis of his faltering faith in the Lord’s ability to take care of him.

12-6-04 When Faith Falters Gen 12:10-13:4 (Living) 10 There was at that time a terrible famine ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

David And Goliath

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Aug 18, 2024

The story of David and Goliath encourages us to run to the battle and find victory in Christ.

David and Goliath Introduction: Each year there is a football game between Deer Park and LaPorte High Schools called the Border Battle. The Deer and the Bull Dogs battle it out on the field. There are nations in the world that live in perpetual conflict—the state of Israel and the Palestinians, ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

In Everything Series

Contributed by Archie Norman on Nov 17, 2015

Thankful

In Everything I Thessalonians 5:18 Key Reminders *Give thanks "in" not give thanks "for" everything *Give thanks is a choice not a feeling 1. Challenges what you believe about God - Romans 8:28 2. Challenges what you believe about eternity - II Corinthians 4:17, Romans 8:18 3. Challenges what ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: Baptist

At Work In You Both To Will And To Do Of His Good Pleasure

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 12, 2003

We can praise, trust and obey the Lord knowing that He is our enabler. To enable someone is to give means, authority or power to do what you have directed them to accomplish. He not only supplies us with all that we need according to His sufficient grace,

At Work in You Both to Will and To Do Of His Good Pleasure (Phil. 2:13,14) We can praise, trust and obey the Lord knowing that He is our enabler. To enable someone is to give means, authority or power to do what you have directed them to accomplish. He not only supplies us with all that we need ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:13-14, Philippians 2:10-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Don't Let Your Resolve Dissolve

Contributed by Mike Turner on Dec 26, 2004

A sermon on Daniel, and his friends focusing on keeping our resolve.

Don’t Let Your Resolve Dissolve ! Daniel 1:8 Somone has said......A New Year’s resolution is something that goes in one year and out the other. I’m afraid that is the case most of the time. I doubt if many of us can remember what we resolved to do or not ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

Standing Up For Jesus In An Increasingly Secular World

Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Aug 12, 2024

This sermon explores why standing up for Jesus Christ in an increasingly secular society and how we can courageously live out our faith in a God-honoring way.

Introduction In today's world, where secularism seems to be on the rise and religious beliefs are increasingly marginalized, standing up for Jesus has never been more crucial. The pressures to conform to worldly standards can be overwhelming, but as followers of Christ, we are called to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:32-33

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Gods Are Entertaining But Not Convincing PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 1, 2023

This sermon explores God's providence in our lives, encouraging us to trust in His divine wisdom beyond the noise and chaos of the world. Key

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters. We gather here today, our hearts filled with hope and our spirits eager for the Word of God. Let's take a moment to open our hearts and minds to the divine wisdom that is about to be shared. Opening Scripture Reading – Our Scripture passage for today is Acts ...read more

Scripture: Acts 25:1-12

Topics: Persuaded

God's Funny Series

Contributed by Jake Kircher on Dec 28, 2005

How do you respond to God when he asks you to step out in faith?

The Top Ten Bulletin Announcements 10. A bean supper will be held on Tuesday evening in the church hall. Music will follow. 9. The choir invites any member if the congregation who enjoys sinning to join the choir. 8. Thursday night – Potluck Supper. Prayer and medication to follow. 7. Due to the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Understanding God's Calling

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Dec 7, 2006

Discover what it means to follow God’s will.

I want to begin by sharing three stories that have similar endings. The first story involves Chuck Colson. Chuck Colson was sent to prison for his part in Watergate during the Nixon administration. After Chuck Colson was released from prison he felt lead to start a prison ministry. As he explained ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Pressing To The End PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

Explore the authority of Christ, the audacity of the Pharisees, and the call for believers to persist in their faith.

Good morning, Church family! I'm feeling particularly moved today as we dive into a powerful passage from the Gospel of Matthew. This passage is like a complex painting, with layers upon layers of deep, spiritual meaning. It speaks about the authority of Christ, the audacity of the Pharisees, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:23-32

Topics: Pressing, End

Small Victories Lead To Winning The War! PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 6, 2024

This sermon explores how God's enduring strength and love guide us to perceive small victories, view enemies positively, and progress towards spiritual victory.

Welcome, beloved brothers and sisters, to this gathering of hearts and minds, united in our shared love for our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We gather here, not as strangers passing in the night, but as a family, bound together by the unbreakable ties of faith and fellowship. We are here to ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 20:4

Topics: Celebrating Victory, Change Perception

The Limitless Love Of God

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Jun 7, 2022

How should we respond to those who have radical beliefs and lifestyles contrary to our beliefs? The temptation is to counter their viciousness and label them as an enemy. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus gives us a model for the attitude that we are to have when faced with divisive social issues.

If not careful, as we study the Bible, we will pick and choose passages that support certain points of view or principles to which we cling. Yet those who first heard what has become known as the Sermon on the Mount had no idea what Jesus was about to say. They understood the moralism of their day, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48, Romans 12:20, 1 Corinthians 13:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational