Sermons on faith challenges:

Finding Hope In Trapped Situations SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023

If you're feeling trapped or cornered, if you've hit a roadblock, or if it seems like your adversary is winning: It's time to celebrate and trust in the Lord. This is a divine set up for a breakthrough.

Today, I want to share a prophetic message with you. If you feel trapped, like you've hit a wall, or if it seems like the enemy has the upper hand in your life, it's time to praise the Lord. This situation you're facing is actually a set up for God to bring about victory in your life. In Exodus 14, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:1-28

Topics: Hope, Faith, Overcoming Challenges

Embracing New Beginnings SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

This sermon is for those who have experienced difficult times in their lives. God is signaling a change, a new chapter is unfolding for you. Embrace this new beginning with faith and hope.

This message is for someone who has experienced a difficult period in their life. God wants me to tell you that a new season is coming. He is turning the page, and a new chapter is about to begin for you. In the story of Joseph, we see that he was anointed and favored by God. He also had a special ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:3-24

Topics: Overcoming Challenges, Faith In God

Don't Become Distracted By The Noises PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 24, 2024

This sermon encourages us to trust God in our darkest hours, using the example of Peter walking on water towards Jesus in Matthew 14:29.

Good morning, beloved congregation. It is indeed a blessing to gather together in the house of the Lord, bound by our shared faith and united in our devotion to the One who loved us first. As we gather here today, let us remember the words of the great preacher Charles Spurgeon who once said, "To ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:29

Topics: Lord's Faithfulness, Overcoming Challenges

Gideon PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 26, 2024

This sermon explores God's ability to see and utilize our hidden potential, as exemplified in the biblical story of Gideon, encouraging us to yield our weaknesses to Him.

Good morning, beloved family of God. Isn't it a joy to gather together in this sacred space, where the whispers of divine grace brush against our hearts, and the echoes of God's love reverberate through the chambers of our souls? It is in this sacred gathering that we open our hearts to the divine ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:12

Topics: God Challenges, Strengthens Faith

Elijah PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 5, 2024

This sermon explores Elijah's unwavering faith, challenging us to confront idolatry, serve God steadfastly, and aspire to a character rooted in total devotion to God.

Welcome, beloved friends, to this blessed gathering where we come together, not as strangers, but as a family, united under the banner of our Lord Jesus Christ. Today, we gather to reflect on a story that is as timeless as it is powerful. It is a story that speaks to the strength of faith, the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:36

Topics: Elijah, Servant, God

The Test Of Faith Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jun 13, 2005

We will all one day face the most difficult challenge of our lives as we face the test of faith.

Heroes of Faith: Abraham The Test of Faith Genesis 12:1-14 Introduction We want to close this series of sermons on the life of Abraham with the most famous story arising from his life—that of the sacrifice of his son, Isaac. I need to remind you that Abraham had been promised a son through ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

The Test Of Real Faith

Contributed by Mike Busby on Jan 28, 2001

A challenge to anyone who professes to have faith in Christ.

INTRODUCTION It’s not what we claim to be as Christians, but what we are seen to be that really matters. Anyone can claim to have faith in Christ, but if that claim to faith is not backed up or authenticated by the things we do, then, says James, it’s nothing more than dead faith: an empty ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Baptist

Firm In Faith Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Despite life's challenges, we are encouraged to stand firm in our faith, build each other up, and trust in Jesus' victory.

Paul starts his letter by giving a shout-out to the Thessalonian church for their faith, love, and hope. He tells them to keep going and not give up. We all need people in our lives who can cheer us on. Who's your cheerleader? Paul starts his letter by giving a shout-out to the Thessalonian church ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:8-11

Topics: Faith, Perseverance, Apostolic Teachings, Endurance

Time For A Faith Lift

Contributed by Johann Neethling on Jul 29, 2005

How to respond when we face seemingly insurmountable challenges.

TIME FOR A FAITH LIFT Genesis 18:1-15; Luke 1: 5-25 1. There’s a company on the Internet called Face Lift, aggressively marketing their non-surgical rejuvenating product. Their web page states: • Think about it . . . you can look younger in just 15 minutes. Simply apply our formula, and lift 10 ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-15

Denomination: United Methodist

God's Requirement Of Faithfulness

Contributed by John White on Jan 5, 2006

A message to challenge us to greater faithfulness in our service to the Lord.

God’s Requirement Of Faithfulness Luke 9:57-62 "And it came to pass, that, as they went in the way, a certain [man] said unto him, Lord, I will follow thee whithersoever thou goest. And Jesus said unto him, Foxes have holes, and birds of the air [have] nests; but the Son of man hath not where ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Baptist

Moses' Rap

Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Feb 12, 2009

Moses used poetry and music to challenge Israel to remain faithful to God’s covenant.

You can hardly go to a sporting event without hearing the pounding beat—Boom, boom, BOOM! Boom, boom, BOOM! We shall, we shall ROCK you!” When I was younger, many of my favorite radio and television programs were sponsored by a company that guaranteed to make you as safe as the Rock of Gibraltar. ...read more

Denomination: *other

Laughing At God Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

Real faith challenges the status-quo. Real faith says, “I was made for more than this.” Real faith sees past obstacles to a brighter future God has in store for His children.

We continue our series on Abraham this morning. If you have your Bibles, turn with me to Genesis 18, if you will. As a part of today’s message, we have something special for you. At the end of today’s service, you will be invited to one of several locations in our worship center. Volunteers in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Faithful To The Calling Or Spiritual Deserters

Contributed by Simeon Krastev on Jan 29, 2001

A challenge to dedicated life and ministry.

The most needed ingredient in the Church today is dedication. WHAT IS DEDICATION? There is this story about the hen and the pig. The hen and the pig were walking together and they were meditating on the question "What is the meaning of commitment?". As they were walking and talking ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Marvelous Faith

Contributed by Mark Haines on Jan 26, 2001

A Pastoral Care message based on the text’s narrative challenging God’s people in my care to put their faith in Jesus into practice.

Topic: Faith Theme: Practical Faith Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness challenging God’s people in my care to put their faith in Jesus into practice. Response: Individuals will indicate their desire to grow in the practice of their faith by requesting a “NEXT STEPS” handout. Pattern: A ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-10

Denomination: Wesleyan

Obedient Faith Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Nov 6, 2003

This sermon questions the traditional interpretation of the phrase "lead us not into temptation..." and challenges us to endure trials in order to prove and improve our faith.

Lessons on Faith from the Lord’s Model Prayer Obedient Faith Matthew 6:13 November 9, 2003 Intro: A. [Three Thieves Who Couldn’t Quit, Citation: http://www.newsoftheweird.com/archive/, Kevin A. Miller, Wheaton, Illinois] Eduardo Rivera, 43, was in court awaiting a hearing on a charge of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13, Matthew 6:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational