Sermons on Challenging:

The Whole Enchilada

Contributed by Jonathan Lucas on May 11, 2001

A Challenge to pursue the complete truth of God’s Word.

The Whole Enchilada 2 Timothy 4:1-8 1. I charge thee therefore before God, and the Lord Jesus Christ, who shall judge the quick and the dead at his appearing and his kingdom; 2. Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all longsuffering and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Power For Last Day Ministry

Contributed by Larry Meador on Nov 2, 2000

A challenge to the church to preach the word of God expecting confirmation.

POWER FOR LAST DAY MINISTRIES 2 Timothy Chapter Three (1) This know also that in the last days perilous times shall come. (2) men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, (3) Without natural affection, truce breakers, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-5

Don't Take It Lightly

Contributed by James Childers on Nov 10, 2000

CHRISTIAN CHALLENGE TO BE SERIOUS ABOUT OUR RELATIONSHIP WITH CHRIST

I SAMUEL 18:23 "DON'T TAKE IT LIGHTLY" INTRODUCTION; WHEN I WAS YOUNG AND CAREFREE WITH VERY LITTLE RESPONSIBILITIES, I NEVER THOUGHT MUCH ABOUT THE REAL IMPORTANT ISSUES OF LIFE. I REMEMBER WHEN THE FIRST OF THE MONTH WOULD COME, THAT MOM AND DAD WOULD SET DOWN TO FIGURE OUT HOW TO PAY THE BILLS. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:23-24

Denomination: *other

Serving The Lord In Light Of His Coming

Contributed by Rick D Brackett on Nov 30, 2000

A challenge to be fervent in our work until Jesus comes.

“SERVING THE LORD IN LIGHT OF HIS COMING” Text: Matthew 25:14-30 Introduction: Romans 12:11 “Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord”  TEV – “Work hard, and do not be lazy. Serve the Lord with a heart full of devotion” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Church Of God

Baptismal Joy

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 2, 2025

This is an upbeat baptism sermon, celebrating the joys and challenges of discipleship.

Baptismal Joy (Romans 6:1–11) I speak to you joyfully in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. In a few minutes, we will have the privilege to witness the baptism of three followers of Jesus. Each one of them has taken part in baptismal preparation and has carefully considered ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Don't Worry, Be Happy!

Contributed by Stephen Noel on Sep 12, 2001

A message on salvation for the sinner, but a challenge of deeper commitment to the Christian.

Don’t Worry, Be Happy! Wouldn’t it be nice if everyone walked in perfect peace, without worry, without stress, without lonliness? It can happen. Especially when we walk with the Lord. This message today is for both the sinner and for the Christian. At the close of this message, you will ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-13, James 1:2-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of Jesus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

Explore the authority of Jesus, the challenge of hypocrisy, and the power of repentance.

Good morning, family. We're about to dive into a rich passage of scripture today from the Gospel of Matthew, Chapter 21, verses 23-32. It's a passage loaded with profound lessons about the authority of our Lord Jesus, the challenge of hypocrisy, and the unmatched power of Jesus. Thomas Adams once ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:23-32

Topics: Hypocrisy

No Such Thing As Can't PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 4, 2023

With God's strength, there is no challenge or task we cannot overcome.

Hello, my brothers and sisters! We find ourselves gathered today to explore a powerful message from the book of Philippians, one that speaks volumes about our past, our present, and the boundless possibilities of our future. Rabindranath Tagore once said, "Faith is the bird that feels the light ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:13

Topics: Seed, Past

"Testing, 1,2,3"

Contributed by Quintin Morrow on Nov 12, 2001

A message to challenge church-goers to examine the legitimacy of their conversion.

“Testing 1,2,3” II Corinthians 13:5 November 11, 2001 The Rev’d Quintin Morrow St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church Fort Worth, Texas qgmorrow@st-andrew.com Examine yourselves, to see whether you are in the faith. Test yourselves. Or do you not realize this about yourselves, that Jesus Christ is in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Waiting For God To Speak

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Nov 14, 2003

God’s voice is a voice that challenges and changes us.

In, The Horse Whisperer, Tom Booker, has a gift when it comes to what he calls "gentling" horses. In one telling scene, a traumatized horse, frightened by a ringing cell phone, gallops off into the far end of a large pasture. Booker walks into the pasture and sits down, where he waits for what ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Invisible Armies

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Nov 4, 2003

Spiritual blindness, its cure, and a challenge for modern Christians.

Invisible Armies II Kings 6:15-17 INTRO.: after the division of the kingdom of Israel into Judah and Israel, the prophet Elisha ministered in the northern kingdom of Israel. Syria, also known as Aram, was a relentless enemy of Israel and conducted raids into Israeli territory. The king of Syria, at ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:15-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Willing To Follow

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Feb 27, 2004

They left everything and followed him; a challenge for following Jesus.

Knute Rockne served as head coach of Notre Dame University’s football team from 1918-1931. During those 13 seasons, he scored a winning percentage of just over 88%, the best ever for a college (or pro) football coach. Rockne knew how to play football. More precisely, he knew how to coach; to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Other

After You Fail Spiritually Lesson 8 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 5, 2024

Meet God before you meet your challenge.

A. YIELD YOUR FUTURE TO GOD: JOSHUA 8 Y – Yield your future success or failures to God. I – Identify the spiritual causes of your failure. Achan had sinned. E – Eliminate the sin that made you fail. “All Israel stoned him with stones” (7:25). L – Learn from your mistakes. D – ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 8:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Priority #1: Love God Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jan 5, 2026

Challenges hearers to consider how they will grow in their love for God.

“PRIORITY #1: LOVE GOD” FBCF – 1/4/26 Jon Daniels INTRO – The new year usually causes folks to start thinking about new things: Resolutions they are making – Changes they want to see – Adjustments to different areas of their lives – Maybe want to check off some things off your “bucket list” this ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-9, Mark 12:28-30, 1 John 4:19, Romans 8:38-39, 1 John 4:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Missionary Commissioning Service

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 2, 2004

This message is a challenge to a missionary couple and to the church supporting them.

November 4, 2001 Commissioning Service For the Twinems As I was looking for what I might share today, someone said to me that in all their years in church, they had never been to a commissioning service. This just isn’t an everyday occurrence. It is especially rare to have a pastor who has ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:5-8, Mark 10:28-30

Denomination: Baptist