Sermons on Handling Problems:

Abraham- No Child, No Problem--Or So They Thought Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jan 13, 2021

The LORD had promised Abram and Sarai a child. After ten additional years, and no child, they decided to help God out. The results weren't exactly what they expected.

Introduction: Genesis 15 has the story where Abram asked God a question after God had told him, “I am your shield and your exceedingly great reward (Gen. 15:1, paraphrased). Abram’s question was “What will You give me? I’m childless, and the only heir I have is Eliezer of Damascus (Gen 15:2, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

America’s Problems Are Deeper Than Politics

Contributed by Lee Houston on Oct 11, 2023

I see America’s problems as deeper than politics: We need Jesus back in America. I see our problems, our decline as a society, as linked directly to the decline of America’s churches.

Christ’s Spirit or Fleshly Desires In the just passed election, each candidate told us what our problems were and how they would fix them. While I wish the winner’s success, I see America’s problems as deeper than politics: We need Jesus back in America. I see our problems and decline as a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:6-10, Revelation 3:15-18

I See The Problem But God Delivered Me

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Apr 8, 2022

God can deliver you in the mist of your problems

The LORD God is my strength, and he will make my feet like hinds’ feet, and he will make me to walk upon mine high places. To the chief singer on my stringed instruments. Our lives are constantly on display. People are always watching how we go through our problems and they are watching how we ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:17-19

Denomination: Baptist

Big Picture: The Solution To All The Problems Of Earth

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jun 1, 2021

From the very beginning of time, space, reality itself in which we exist God the designer, the grand architect of energy and matter foresaw all that would happen. He knew before his voice called the stars and planets into existence that a redeemer would be needed for a wayward mankind.

Genesis 1:1 In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. The first verse of the Bible says in the beginning God created. And the last verse of the Bible says: Revelation 22:21 The grace of the Lord Jesus be with God’s people. Amen. From the very beginning of time, space, reality ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 34:14-21, Revelation 22:1-5

Denomination: Salvation Army

Honey, We've Got Problems

Contributed by Katherine Gilstrap on May 17, 2023

It is not easy being a leader because there are so many pressures from so many directions. WISDOM COMES FROM NOBODY BUT GOD

When two women came to him claiming to be the mother of one living baby, he was able to discern the truth. The woman whose baby was alive was willing to sacrifice all so that her baby would live while the woman whose baby had died didn’t care whether the remaining baby lived or not. If we look at ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:16-28

Denomination: Other

Empowered To Deal With Problems (We Are Built For This)

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Oct 26, 2021

In spiritual conflicts, even strong saints sometimes wax faint; then Satan attacks them furiously; but those that stand their ground and resist him shall be relieved and made more than conquerors. We are built for this!

Introduction: Some commentators say that it is a Psalm belonging to the captivity, and upon that system it may be well interpreted. And yet others contend that it was written by David after he had been in danger of losing his life by the hand of a gigantic Philistine. David would have perished had ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

Handling Anxiety (Part 3) – Philippians 4:8-9 Series

Contributed by Scott Turansky on Apr 16, 2022

We have to work on changing and improving our way of thinking so that our minds are completely set on Jesus.

Sharon was twenty years old when she went to her physician because she felt like she just needed to make a change in her life. She felt like she was overweight, she felt like she was tired all the time. She felt like she was getting sick more than she needed to get sick. And she just knew she ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Abram's Trouble With Lot Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Feb 4, 2009

In the story of the initial strive between Abram and Lot once returning to Canaan, we can see the way that we should handle adversity and problems in life today.

Abraham: Following In The Footsteps Of Faith ABRAM’S TROUBLE WITH LOT Genesis 13:5-13 Intro: For Abram, everything isn’t smooth sailing! After his return to Canaan from his disastrous trip to Egypt, there arises a conflict between himself and his nephew Lot. It was a conflict that had serious ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

If The Lord Is In It

Contributed by Elizabeth Mccaskill on Oct 27, 2012

Often time we leave the Lord out of our problems, situation, issues because we do not trust Him to handle the situation, But if the Lord is in it; there is no limit.

Payer: Salutation: Comments: Read text: State subject: If the Lord is in Introduction: The Book of Romans is written by the Apostle Paul to the church in Rome to resolve an issue that was causing other issues within the church family. This lets us know that even with the church we have to struggle ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-39

Denomination: Methodist

God Is Bigger Than You Think

Contributed by Harold Wanton on Mar 26, 2016

sometimes lifes situations can make it seem like God is not enough to handle it. David see's God bigger than any problem we face.

This Psalm of David is considered a spalm of praise. There are different types of psalms. Two I will give you. a) Psalm of Lament; Is when the writer will put a complaint before God because of some kind of situation where they might need God's assistance. b) Psalm of praise; Is when the writer ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:3, Psalm 34:1-14

Denomination: Apostolic

The Man That Will Enjoy Favor PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

God's favor is not about a life without problems, but a life where we are equipped to handle them, and His love and protection are especially for those who are in need and suffering.

Good morning, brothers and sisters! Psalm 12:5 says, "Because the poor are plundered and the needy groan, I will now arise," says the LORD. "I will protect them from those who malign them." God continually expresses his unfailing love and favor for His children, especially those who are in need and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 12:5

Topics: Favor, God

When Your Problems Are Big And Your God Is Small Series

Contributed by Rick Duncan on Feb 10, 2003

In this message, we learn how even evangelicals can be guilty of violating the 2nd commandment. When we do, we minimize God and magnify our problems.

The war on terrorism. The impending attack on Iraq. An economy that can’t quite seem to get back on track. How are you handling the uncertainty of all that? Add this to the typical stresses in life. Problems with relationships at home, work, or school. A fear of not getting the job done ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 20:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

Handling Anxiety (Part 2) – Philippians 4:6-7 Series

Contributed by Scott Turansky on Apr 16, 2022

One of the most well-known phrases in Scripture: “Do not be anxious about anything.”

We will call his name Mike. He was eleven years old when I started working with him. His parents brought it to me because he had some extreme anxiety issues. I’ve told you about Mike before because Mike is this young man who had severe anxiety that prevented them from going out to lunch at Costco. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Can't Handle This... Exhibiting Our Pain

Contributed by Jeff Poor on Feb 5, 2018

God might be using your circumstances to exhibit to others how to navigate pain

Title: God Can’t Handle… Exhibit Text: Philippians 1:12-14 and Matthew 26:36-38 Bottom Line: God might be using your circumstances to exhibit to others how to navigate pain Date: 2/4/18 Intro Who I am... Something about the day.... So great to be here with you this morning… Tension So ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-14, Matthew 26:36-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Overcome Problems

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Through the Almighty power of the Spirit of God we are able to overcome any problem that tries to inhibit us from accomplishing God’s will. Ask the Lord for greater liberty given by the Spirit to help you prevail over any critic, opposition or difficulty.

1. The Holy Spirit gives us freedom from anything that tries to hinder our Godly progress. Paul wrote, "Now the Lord is the Spirit and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom." (2 Cor. 3:17) Through the Almighty power of the Spirit of God we are able to overcome any problem that tries to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational