Sermons on Creating Problems:

Telling God My Complaints And Problems Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 16, 2011

This sermon focusses on the family of Psalms known as Laments. In a Lament the Psalmist brings his complaints and problems to God. A Lament is also an occasion when the faithfulness and care of God is questioned. Psalm 88 is the example.

Telling God My Complaints and Problems Psalm 88:1-18 You can listen to a full recording of this message at http://www.nec.org.au/listen-to-a-sermon-series/responding-to-god-psalms/ Introduction to Reading We are up to our sixth sermon in this series on the Psalms. Through this series we have ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 88:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

How To Turn Your Problems Into Possibilities

Contributed by Adrian Rogers on Aug 30, 2011

Introduction Find please, the Book of Nehemiah.

Introduction Find please, the Book of Nehemiah. And, we’re beginning, now, a series through this book. I want us to notice what I consider to be the verse that sets the tone for the book, in Nehemiah chapter 2 and verse 20. We’ll look at that verse; and then, we’ll go back to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

When There's A Problem, Address It! Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 15, 2014

This is the last sermon of the series and covers Nehemiah 13. There are at least 4 major problems that Nehemiah had to address after he came back to Jerusalem for a second time.

Introduction: A. Let’s start with this cartoon. 1. This mother stands at the door of her son’s room, and the room is a mess – toys and clothes are scattered everywhere. a. Have any of you mothers and dads come upon a scene like this? b. It’s an everyday experience for you, ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 13:4-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What's Your Problem

Contributed by Chad Cole on Jan 4, 2019

There is always something nagging at us and causing us to not worship wholey, what is it?

We all have problems in our lives. Some are vocal about them and share with anyone and everyone that will listen. Some air them out on Social Media for the entire world to see. Some confide in a select few to share with. Some just bottle them up and pretend like everything is perfect. We’ve all got ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Baptist

The Problem With Wanting Jesus To Come Back Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 29, 2020

Israel cried out for the day of the Lord to come, but God warned them that they didn't really want that. Today many Christians say, "I just wish Jesus would come back!" but is that something we're actually ready for?

WHEN THE WORLD DEPRESSES US WITH ITS EVIL: “I just wish Jesus would come back!” - Amos 5:18-20. - The point of v. 19 is things going from bad to worse. - There are two illustrations. - In the first, a man runs from a lion. But then, exhausted, he runs right into a bear. - In the second, a man ...read more

Scripture: Amos 5:18-27

Denomination: Baptist

How To Benefit From Your Problems Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 13, 2023

A study from the book of James. This study is based on Rick Warren's book: Developing a Faith that Works, Book of James Volumes 1 & 2.

A. Of all the New Testament EPISTLES (letters written to Christians) James is the most practical of all. 1. It is the “HOW TO” MANUAL FOR THE CHRISTIAN LIFE. a. Every verse of this book speaks so POWERFULLY to everyday LIVING—to the “NUTS and BOLTS” of Christianity. b. It’s just ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Approaching Your Problems Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 27, 2023

Life is a choice. People have the most success when they make right choices.

A. APPROACHING YOUR PROBLEMS “Now therefore, fear the LORD, serve Him in sincerity and in truth, and put away the gods which your fathers served on the other side of the River and in Egypt. Serve the LORD! And if it seems evil to you to serve the LORD, choose for yourselves this day whom you will ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-15, Romans 8:28

Denomination: Baptist

God Restores Elijah / The Heart Of The Problem

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Aug 15, 2020

To help Elijah out of his depression God needs to reach a point where Elijah is willing to listen to him. He then needs to resolve Elijah's sense of failure and hopelessness. We see how God did that.

1 KINGS 19, GOD RESTORES ELIJAH INTRODUCTION Today we’re returning to the story of Elijah in 1 Kings 19. 1 Kings 18 tells us about Elijah’s confrontation with the prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel. In 1 Kings 19, we find that Elijah has become very depressed. He thinks he’s a failure, but God ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Fasting To Solve A Problem Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 15, 2021

Fasting to Solve Serious Problems

A. INTRODUCTION Fasting to solve problems that are serious. These are not the everyday types of problems. These involve selling a house, hiring an important person, obtaining money, etc. “Is not this the fast that I have chosen . . . to undo the heavy burdens” (Isa. 58:6). 1. Everyone has ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:6

Denomination: Baptist

Facing A Pandemic New Year Is Not A Problem

Contributed by Cesar Datuin on Jan 7, 2021

How can we start a New Year in the midst of a pandemic? This sermon will try to exhort us on how to face the New Year with global pandemic and crisis.

Intro: Christmas is over and we are welcoming the New Year 2021 with questions in mind, with hesitations whether we will make it this whole year or not in terms of our economy, political situations, calamities or even what we are still experiencing – pandemic. We knew how to celebrate Christmas ...read more

Scripture: James 1:17, Matthew 2:13-15, Matthew 2:19-21, Luke 2:25-49, Joshua 3:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Pilate's Perplexing Problem

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 6, 2021

Pilate was convinced that Jesus was not worthy of crucifixion, but he compromised and sent Jesus to the cross anyway, and by that choice he went from a hero to a zero in the history of Christianity.

Pilate was appointed procurator of Judea in A.D. 26, which was only about 3 years before the crucifixion of Christ, but already he had so much trouble with the Jews that he despised them. When he first came to Jerusalem he discovered that it was about the only city in the whole Roman Empire that ...read more

Scripture: John 18:28-40

Irritation: Facing The Problem Before The Promise.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 3, 2026

In real daily life we face many IRRITATIONS and FRUSTRATIONS. These obstacles are opportunities to release miracles. Goliath was David's opportunity to arise.

IRRITATION: THERE IS ALWAYS A PROBLEM BEFORE THE PROMISE By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) ON THE WORLD WIDE AVERAGE WHAT IS THE DEADLIEST ANIMAL IN THE WORLD? LIONS kill on the average of 200 people annually. HIPPOS on average kill 500. ELEPHANTS kill ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:7, 1 Samuel 1:7, 1 Samuel 17:7-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Why Do We Suffer In Life? Why Did Jesus Suffer?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Dec 28, 2021

On page 13 of Suffering is Never for Nothing by Elisabeth Elliot, she talks about the parallel between our suffering and Christ-suffering.

On page 13 of Suffering is Never for Nothing by Elisabeth Elliot, she talks about the parallel between our suffering and Christ-suffering. In our suffering, we often hear from God that He will be with us. He doesn’t promise to remove the suffering. But He does promise to be with us in it. But ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18

Denomination: Salvation Army

Where Is God When Life Falls Apart? Series

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Mar 31, 2014

How can a loving God allow innocent people to be hurt so badly?

- When was the last time a trip to the theater left you truly inspired about God? - Movie "God’s Not Dead" - Here in town - Freshman college student Josh Wheaton's faith is challenged by his philosophy professor, who believes God does not exist. He has to defend God's existence to the entire ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

A Message To The Church In Smyrna Series

Contributed by Larry Grant on Nov 20, 2022

In this beautiful, wealthy pagan city, there existed a struggling Christian community. The Lord sends Smyrna a word of comfort for their dark days.

Revelation 2:8-10 (NKJV) “A Message to the Church in Smyrna” 11-20-2022 When Jesus comes to this church, He comes as “the first and the last”. He comes as He “which was dead and is alive”. We serve a LIVING Savior! He Lives! Amidst the Problems, He lives! Amidst the Poverty, He lives! Amidst the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-10

Denomination: Baptist