Sermons on Creating Problems:

Problems In A "Christian" Home? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Mar 12, 2009

The answer to preventing disasters in the family is to always seek God’s counsel.

Have you ever heard this statement? Every family is dysfunctional! Do you really know any family who is perfect? Because we all have a tendency to sin, no matter who we are, we are going to have family problems. Today we will read about problems in Isaac’s family. Let us note that this was God’s ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 27:1-46

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Handle Problems Series

Contributed by Daniel Villa on Jul 21, 2002

A biblical response to problems enables the follower of Christ to grow into Christian maturity.

How to Handle Problems James 1:1-18; 5:7-12 “HOW TO” SERIES IN JAMES #1 Truth: The Christian life-view stands countercultural. Problems move us to God who gives us His grace to benefit from our faith-trials. We develop the perseverance and patience, the faith-life, the quality of life that comes ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-18

Denomination: Church Of God

The Church's Biggest Problem

Contributed by Fred Elliott on Jun 18, 2003

Apathy in church members

THE CHURCH’S BIGGEST PROBLEM Revelation 3: 15-16 Intro: A. The Church --- The body of Christ consisting of all Christians B. Many problems to choose from 1. Gossip and Idle talk 2. Busybodies into everyone else’s business 3. Unforgiving attitudes ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

Some Problems With Presumption

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 8, 2003

People who presume to know what is best for them are often mistaken.

The Problem with Presumption – Rom. 9:19-29 People who presume to know what is best for them are often mistaken. Illustration: Take for example the man who presumed that he knew which plane to board when he wanted a quick 50 minute flight from Los Angeles to Oakland, California. However, after ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:19-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Purpose In Problems

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jul 5, 2002

Problems and trials are a normal part of life. This message seeks to give understanding as to why God permits trials to come into our lives.

GOD’S PURPOSE IN PROBLEMS TEXT: Ps.119: 65-75 INTRO: Whether we like it or not, problems are a fact of life. It is not a matter of “if” problems come, but “when” problems come. You know, as well as I do, that even with the best of preventative measures problems still have a way of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:65-75

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Our Problem?

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jul 23, 2007

This is our second study in this series. God describes our problem, how we got there and what it does to us. Once we begin to understand the problem and how devastating it is, perhaps we will begin to appreciate the solution.

We came from God. We were made to be like God. (As we studied last week). So, what is the problem? Genesis, again, holds the answer. Chapter 3 tells the story. Everything God made was good, very good. But then things change. There was this tree and this serpent. God had put Adam and Eve in a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Problems With Lack Of Faith

Contributed by Dan Santiago on Jan 10, 2008

People must learn to trust God for his material needs.

PROBLEMS WITH LACK OF FAITH Matthew 6:19-34 INTRODUCTION ILLUSTRATION WHOEVER ISN’T SCHIZOPHRENIC these days isn’t thinking clearly.—LIFE magazine, January 1981 We can avoid becoming schizophrenic if we learn to live by faith regularly. One application of living by faith is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-34

Denomination: Baptist

The Problems Of The Prideful Son Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 25, 2010

The older brother displays some things which we need to face. Let’s learn from Him and not become like Him.

The Problems of the Prideful Son Luke 15:25-32 * Have you ever watched a movie and wonder what happens next? If you have, then you are thrilled at this word, “SEQUEL”. It has become common for popular movies to have follow-up movies which are called sequels. Today’s message is a sequel to our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming The Problem Of Discouragement Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on May 2, 2013

There are many practical truths that we can learn from God’s Word that will help us understand and overcome the problem of discouragement.

Overcoming the Problem of Discouragement 1 Kings 18-19 www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. The great prophet Elijah had just won a mighty victory over 450 prophets of Baal in chapter 18. 2. In chapter 19, Elijah received a death threat from Jezebel (King Ahab’s wife). She said, ...read more

Denomination: Bible Church

Overcoming The Problem Of Loneliness Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Jun 13, 2013

Loneliness is the #1 emotional problem facing Americans today. You will find lonely people in church, in restaurants, in movie theaters, and in big crowds. In our text, Jesus shares three great truths that will help us to conquer and overcome loneliness.

Overcoming The Problem Of Loneliness www.crbible.com/sermons Loneliness – a common fact 1. Loneliness is the #1 emotional problem facing Americans today. One person said, “It is the most devastating malady of our age.” It attacks teens, married people, singles, middle-aged, ...read more

Scripture: John 15:15-17

Denomination: Bible Church

Overcoming The Problem Of Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Jun 20, 2013

Maybe you have unforgiveness against someone in your heart. Forgiveness is a problem in the Christian life because it is so hard to do. It is one of the most difficult things to do, yet one of the most needed.

Overcoming The Problem Of Forgiveness Genesis 50:15-21; 2 Corinthians 2:6-11 www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. Forgiveness is a problem in the Christian life because it is so hard to do. It is one of the most difficult things to do, yet one of the most needed. 2. In this lesson, we will ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:6-11

Denomination: Bible Church

The Problem & Solution To Sin Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Feb 18, 2013

Sin is one of those things we don't want to talk about or face. But it is the central problem facing us every day. There is a solution, but it starts with facing sin head on.

In Psalm 38, David is greatly afflicted from sin. I think this psalm really reveals to us how deeply David felt about sin—and it offers hope for us who also feel that guilt deep in our souls—that God our Savior is always there to forgive the humble in heart. 1 – 2 Here in ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Problem Of Passive Parenting Series

Contributed by Greg Powell on Mar 5, 2013

The story of Joseph stands out even more when you realize the kind of home he was raised in. He had a very passive father in Jacob.

INTRO: “I don’t get mad, I get even” isn’t merely a harmless bumper sticker that makes us all smile. It is a strong statement of painful reality among our culture. How else can we explain the abundance of lawsuits, the short fuses of drivers, or the explosive and sometimes ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Persevere Through Problems Series

Contributed by Peter Toy on Mar 8, 2013

Problems are the path to perfection.

Problems are the path to perfection. I don’t know about you, but I don’t like having problems in my life. In fact I’ll do just about anything to avoid them. But avoiding problems doesn’t make them go away. Instead often they only get worse. Neville Chamberlain became the prime minister of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Problem Of Jewish Unbelief Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 5, 2012

If God is sovereign and in control of man's eternal salvation why are the Jews, God's chosen people, for the most part lost, having rejected Jesus as their Messiah? The question is complicated and difficult.

ROMANS 9: 1-5 "THE PROBLEM OF JEWISH UNBELIEF" After a glorious study on the building blocks of our salvation in chapters 1-8, a new branch of the subject of eternal salvation is obviously introduced in the ninth chapter. If God is sovereign and in control of man's eternal salvation why are ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:1-5

Denomination: Baptist