Sermons on Facing Discouragment:

What Goals We Have Helps In Knowing What Obstacles We Might Face.

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Dec 29, 2011

Apostle Paul often spoke of his Christian life as if running in the Olympic Games. I believe Paul watched those games many times and running was probably the most competitive. What prize was Paul running for? Salvation is not the prize

What goals we have helps in knowing what obstacles we might face. Philippians 3:13 Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, 14 I press toward the mark for the prize of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Radiant Faces Have Looked To The Mighty God Of Deliverance – Psalm 34:1-6 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 4, 2022

Have you ever needed the Lord’s deliverance? We must never forget that we are in a battle, and the sides are clearly divided – light and dark; good and evil; citizens of heaven, and the unsaved of earth. Those whom the Lord delivers look to Him, and have radiant faces.

RADIANT FACES HAVE LOOKED TO THE MIGHTY GOD OF DELIVERANCE – PSALM 34:1-6 We are going to consider the first 6 verses of this most glorious Psalm. They are really uplifting in great comfort. Let us enjoy them. Psalm 34:3 O magnify the LORD with me and let us exalt His name together. Psalm 34:4 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-6, Psalm 137:1-4, Psalm 120:1, Psalm 69:14, Psalm 22:20-21, 1 Thessalonians 1:9-10, Luke 9:26, 2 Corinthians 5:10, Matthew 25:23, 1 Corinthians 3:11-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Cure For Depression Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Mar 7, 2007

Exposition of Haggai 2:1-9 about the discouragement in God’s people about the temple rebuilding project

Text: Haggai 2:1-9, Title: God’s Cure for Depression, Date/Place: NRBC, 3/11/07, AM A. Opening illustration: Have you ever had one of those weeks where it seems like there is not enough time in a day to get it all done…where you forget who your spouse or family is because you don’t see them? And ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

How To Pray About Your Problem Series

Contributed by Jim Mooney on Jan 26, 2001

We all face problems in life. Praying correctly about the problems we face will assure us of God’s help to solve the problem.

HOW TO PRAY ABOUT YOUR PROBLEMS II CHRONICLES 20:1-30 It is a fact that even believers have problems and challenges in their lives. Sometimes they seem to be perplexing and overwhelming. Let me ask you. How do you, as a believer, go about solving those problems and facing those challenges in your ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Clean Fighting Machine

Contributed by Paul Decker on Jul 2, 2006

We are to be ready to face the opposition.

A CLEAN FIGHTING MACHINE Joshua 5.1-15 S: Preparation C: Readiness for opposition Th: A People with Purpose Pr: WE ARE TO BE READY TO FACE THE OPPOSITION. TS: In our study of Joshua 5, the followers of the one true God once again find the need to be fully prepared for those that challenge ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Peter Series

Contributed by John Murphy on Oct 25, 2012

When we left Peter he was broken and discouraged. Now we see the restoration of one of the most faithful of the apostles

Men of the Bible X When we left Peter the last time, he was dejected and all hope seems to have been dashed. Jesus was crucified on Friday morning and has been dead for three days. And Peter as far as we can tell from the scriptures has been hiding in the upper room this whole time. Sunday morning ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

Life Lessons For Those Who Want To Move From Despair To Peace (The Psalmist

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Aug 18, 2003

Discouragement is the common cold of emotions. Eventually it affects us all. Elijah, God’s iron man of the Old Testament became so discouraged that he sat down under a juniper tree and prayed to die. According to Mark 8:12, even Jesus himself often “sighe

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: Can you believe that the beginning of another school year is just around the corner? For some, it’s already begun. Where has another summer gone so quickly? My kids have often reminded me in the last few days that school is only a week away and their feelings of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 77:1-20

Growing Pains

Contributed by Carl Allen on Aug 13, 2009

Stuggles and Temptations face all Christians. The church at Thessalonica serves as a great source of encouragment to those of us today facing persecution.

Growing Pains 1 Thess. 2:13-20 Intro It was not easy to be a Christian in Thessalonica where believers faced persecution and suffering. Yet in the midst of suffering, the Thessalonica Christians experienced joy. They received Paul’s ministry of the Word in much affliction, with joy of the Holy ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:13-20

Denomination: Baptist

Testing The Faith Of God's People Series

Contributed by Robert Robb on Jun 10, 2001

Facing the possibility of entering into Cannan God’s people face a test of their faith.

Studies in Joshua Study 5 – Chapter 3 Introduction Last week in our study of the book of Joshua our attention was drawn to and we considered in some detail the faith of an individual, that individual being Rahab, the prostitute from Jericho. This evening as we come to consider chapter 3 we are ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

When Jesus Incounters The Occult

Contributed by Ronald Hughes on Apr 18, 2002

When Jesus comes face to face with the effects of the occult what is His process?

WHEN JESUS ENCOUNTERS THE OCCULT Mark 5:1-20 Rev. Ron Hughes INTRODUCTION - In light of the time of year ... “Halloween”. · They arrive in the boat ... crossing the sea. With Jesus in your boat, you always arrive. We will see three forces at ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Words Hurt! Series

Contributed by Jake Kircher on Dec 28, 2005

What to do when we face verbal opposition.

Intro: In a group of three or four, brainstorm and make a list on the back of your outline of the meanest things you have heard said. After a couple minutes, have them share what they came up with. Make a list on the white board. A popular phrase that was said all the time when I was growing up ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Your Light Will Irritate Some Demons. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 15, 2024

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical teachings on spiritual warfare, examining the nature of the spiritual battle we face and the importance of standing firm in the face of demonic opposition.

As believers, we are called to be the light of the world, shining brightly in a world filled with darkness and evil (Matthew 5:14-16). However, as we fulfill this calling, we must be aware that our light will inevitably irritate some demons. In this sermon, we will explore the biblical teachings on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16, Ezekiel 28:12-19

David's Cave - Five Keys To Victory 3 Of 4 Series

Contributed by Troy Campbell on Apr 5, 2016

David went into a cave as a discouraged man but learned so many things while in there that he came out completely victorious.

Title: How To Behave In A Cave – 4 “David’s Cave – Five Keys to Victory – 3” Text: I Samuel 22:1 A few weeks ago we started a series on “How to Behave in a Cave.” This series is meant to give you hope to know that you are coming out of that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 22:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Secret Of Sustained Supernatural Strength

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Nov 6, 2025

When we wait patiently upon the Lord in difficult situations, He renews our strength to overcome discouragement and defeat.

The Secret of Sustained Supernatural Strength Study Text: Isaiah 40:29-31 Introduction: - Every believer encounters moments of exhaustion — when prayers seem delayed, when strength feels drained, and when hope is faint. - But our God is not the God of the ground; He is the God of the great ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:29-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

David's Cave - Five Keys To Victory 2 Of 4 Series

Contributed by Troy Campbell on Apr 5, 2016

David overcame every obstacle put in his way. He went into a cave discouraged but came out as a mighty army.

Title: How To Behave In A Cave – 3 “David’s Cave – Five Keys to Victory – 2” Text: I Samuel 22:1 Last week I started a very powerful series on “How to Behave in a Cave.” I know that many people were touched by the power of the Holy Ghost ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 22:1

Denomination: Pentecostal