Sermons on Facing God:

Victory Over My Adversaries

Contributed by Jerry Owen on Feb 7, 2016

God's children enjoy wonderful blessings from our Father. One such blessing is His deliverance of us in the face of our adversaries.

VICTORY OVER MY ADVERSARIES PSALM 3 Background: to understand this psalm, you must understand the beginning of David’s problems he has been facing. They go all the way back to his affair with Bathsheba, the murder of her husband, and the taking of her for his wife. Years later, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 3:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Sowing Destruction Reaping Devastation Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 25, 2025

When we destroy someone's life with lies, we can expect to face the consequences of our actions, with interest

The Bible teaches that our actions have consequences, and that we will reap what we sow (Galatians 6:7-8). This principle is especially relevant when it comes to the destructive power of lies. When we destroy someone's life with lies, we can expect to face the consequences of our actions, with ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 26:27

The Mountains We Climb

Contributed by Timothy Anderson on Oct 28, 2006

We all face mountians in our lives. Some are small, others are large. Let’s take a look at some of God’s workers as they faced their own Mountains.

1 Then we turned, and took our journey into the wilderness by the way of the Red sea, as the Lord spake unto me: and we compassed mount Seir many days. 2 And the Lord spake unto me, saying, 3 Ye have compassed this mountain long enough: turn you northward. A story is told about a mountain climber ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 2:1-3

Denomination: Methodist

Gospel-Fitted Feet Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Oct 26, 2014

The Gospel gives us stability, balance, mobility, and readiness for the battles we face. The Gospel message is good news for people who are ready to live.

“Stand firm…with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace,” Ephesians 6:15. A few years ago I had a tour of nearby Natick Labs. It is a most unusual Army base, with more civilians than active duty military. Their mission is: “To create the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 17:1-8

Denomination: Congregational

Navigating Life's Challenges

Contributed by Polimetla Joy on Jan 30, 2023

Join me in exploring how to face life's challenges with confidence in God. We will look at biblical principles for triumphing over trials.

Understanding Trials - Life will have struggles, but God uses them to grow us. They reveal areas to improve and create endurance, character, and perseverance. Trusting God's Will - In difficult times, it's normal to question, but trust God has a purpose and plan. He sees the big picture ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4, Philippians 4:13, Isaiah 41:10

Go! And Fear Not — God Is With You - Isaiah 41:10 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 15, 2025

Fear is something we all experience. It creeps into our hearts when we face uncertainty, trials, or the unknown. It whispers lies that make us doubt God’s promises and question His faithfulness.

Go! And Fear Not—God Is with You - Isaiah 41:10 Introduction: The Reality of Fear and the Assurance of God’s Presence Fear is something we all experience. It creeps into our hearts when we face uncertainty, trials, or the unknown. It whispers lies that make us doubt God’s promises and question His ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:10, Joshua 1:9, Matthew 28:20, Psalm 46:1, Romans 8:31, 2 Timothy 1:7, Philippians 4:13, Psalm 63:8, John 10:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Praying In Great Distress

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Apr 9, 2017

When Jesus was preparing for the greatest ordeal any human would ever face--the one who had never sinned to be cut off from his Heavenly Father--he went to God in great desperation. We can and should do the same when we face the inevitable trials of life.

Matthew 26:36-46 Praying in Great Distress Jesus is our example in all things, and today he shows us how to take our anxious thoughts to God. I heard about a guy who was anxious in his driving. He was cutting off people, weaving in and out of traffic. Then he got inpatient at a yellow light, as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46, Luke 5:20, 1 Peter 5:7

Denomination: Baptist

Confronting Modern Idolatry With God's Unyielding Truth

Contributed by Jung Lee on Mar 30, 2024

Exploration of the choices we face, reflected in Elijah's story and our daily lives, urging us to decide between worldly distractions and God's path.

Introduction Good morning. Today, we're not going to explore Bible stories but also deeply examine the choices we make daily. The scripture takes us back to a challenging moment for the people of Israel. Back then, they were facing a significant drought, not just missing rain but also moving ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:16-40

Denomination: Baptist

God Never Meant For You To Lose

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 31, 2018

At a place called Ebenezer, Israel lost 34,000 men and their faith in God. After 20 years of misery, they faced the same battlefield and the same enemy. But this time they had victory. Did God want them defeated the first time? No! And God never meant for YOU to lose either!

GOD NEVER MEANT FOR YOU TO LOSE 1 Sam 7:2-13 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: B. TEXT 4:1Now Israel went out to battle against the Philistines, and encamped beside Ebenezer. 2 Israel was defeated by the Philistines, who killed about four thousand men. [Israel brought the Ark of the Covenant to the battle.] ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 7:2-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Trusting God When Fear Strikes Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 2, 2024

Fear is something that each of us faces at different times in our lives. Sometimes, it’s fear of the unknown, fear of failure, fear of danger, or fear of losing control. But God, in His love and wisdom, has given us promises that provide comfort, peace, and strength when fear strikes.

Trusting God When Fear Strikes Introduction: Today, we will consider two powerful verses of Scripture that speak to the core of our human experience—fear and trust. Fear is something that each of us faces at different times in our lives. Sometimes, it’s fear of the unknown, fear of failure, fear ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 56:3, Isaiah 41:13, 2 Timothy 1:7, Proverbs 3:5-6, Matthew 28:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Bringing Out Your Best Series

Contributed by Todd Pugh on Jan 14, 2008

How Joseph of Arimathaea was changed by coming face to face with Jesus

Bringing out your best Face to Face / July 22nd 2007 Intro: One of my favorite things about God is His ability to transform a person’s life. He beautifully sets people free from sin and bondage and firmly establishes His character into their lives. He brings out your best Those interactions ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:42-46

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Of Hope Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 9, 2025

In this message, we will explore how the God of hope restores broken dreams, strengthens the weary, and leads His children to a glorious future.

GOD OF HOPE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 15:13 Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 29:11, Lamentations 3:21-23, Hebrews 6:18-19, Psalm 42:11, Isaiah 40:31 INTRODUCTION: We live in a world clouded with despair, uncertainty, and fear. Many have lost hope due to personal failures, delayed ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Becoming All Things

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Apr 17, 2021

This message looks at how Paul was able to reach others by becoming all things to all people "without compromising his faith." Written in 2020, it is applied to showing compassion about differing views of the Corona Virus.

In our message this week, we’re going to encounter something the apostle Paul said – something very interesting – that becomes the philosophy for his ministry, and that forms the basis for a number of chapters in the book of 1 Corinthians, including the chapters that we’re going to view today; and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-22, 1 Corinthians 10:23-33

Denomination: Baptist

Created For God’s Glory Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 2, 2022

God forms and fills His creation for His glory and our good.

It was a joy to engage via livestream last weekend while Beth and I were in New York visiting our daughter Megan and her husband Lucas. We were both moved to tears by students leading in musical worship and we nearly wept during the message part of worship as Pastor Chris directed us to celebrate ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:14-25

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Weapon In The Hand Of God’s Man

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Feb 5, 2021

When God Places the Power in your Hands

In this scripture, we find an inspiring story tucked away in these couple of verses in 2nd Samuel 23. Here we find the story of Eleazar; one of David’s mighty men. In fact, there are a number of names of those soldiers who distinguished themselves in combat for David which are recorded for us her ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:9-10

Denomination: Baptist