Sermons on obstacle to faith: showing 166-180 of 154,601

Pit-Stops In Life Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Apr 3, 2007

Genesis 37 reveals the "pit-stops" Joseph had to make in his journey from boyhood to manhood

Genesis Series # 6 CHCC: March 4, 2007 Pit Stops in Life Genesis 37 INTRODUCTION: I’m glad we’re doing a series on the book of Genesis. It’s an incredible book. Genesis is God introducing Himself. It’s not just a book of philosophy or theology … it’s a book of true stories about real ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dealing With Depression

Contributed by Bill Lobbs on Aug 10, 2015

Reasons for depression and how to overcome. In 1 Kings 19:1-4 we view Elijah in a state of depression. Depression is often an emotional state that can be overcome. This sermon will give one steps to overcome most depressive moods.

DEALING WITH DEPRESSION Biblical Principles for Dealing With Depression Text: 1 Kings 19: 1-10 Theme: What to do When You Want to Die. Causes: Reason For Depression 1 Kings 19:1-4 Depression is one of the great problems in the world today. It has been called the "common cold" of emotional ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who's The Greatest?

Contributed by George Durham on Mar 2, 2016

The world emphasizes the importance of putting yourself first, and being the greatest. Jesus' disciples argued about who among them was the greatest, the most loved, the most important.

The Greatest of the Kingdom Mark 9:30-37 As they walk along, Jesus tells the disciples what to expect in the coming days. He says, "The Son of Man is being handed over to the hands of men, & they will kill him; & when he is killed, on the third day he will rise again" (Mark 9:31). Now, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:30-37

Denomination: United Methodist

Don't Give Up, Finish What You Started

Contributed by Victoria Oladipupo on Feb 4, 2004

A message to encourage you to keep to your assignments and dreams and finish what you started despite opposotions, barriers and obstacles.

VICTORIA OLADIPUPO Freedom of Christ Church TOPIC: DON’T GIVE UP, FINISH WHAT YOU STARTED Scripture Reading: Zechariah 4: 6 -10 6] Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Six Areas Where Faith Fights

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Oct 19, 2009

Let us study some areas where FAITH FIGHTS... 1.Fear, 2.Feelings, 3.For Family, 4.Facts, 5. Future,6.Fatique

FAITH FIGHTS... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This has to be 2 part less or condense and skip some... 1 Tim. 6:12 Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, whereunto thou art also called, and hast professed a good profession before many witnesses. I. FAITH ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Narnia: Pressing On

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Nov 23, 2005

This is all about persevering in the Christian faith in the face of trials and obstacles.

NARNIA: PRESSING ON Galatians 6:7-10 HAVE YOU EVER FELT LIKE GIVING UP? Quitting on life? Throwing in the towel? If so, you may take comfort in the fact that you’re not alone. This is the common lot of men. Discouragement is the devil’s chief tool. He wields it often and strikes with ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

Exodus - Part 9- "Fear Not The Obstacles In Your Path" Series

Contributed by Randy Edwards on May 3, 2016

Part 9 of our study of Exodus

Exodus – The story of God’s presence Part 9 “Fear not the ob-stacles in your path” Exodus 15:22-27 I love the movie Oh Brother where art thou and quote it often In my opinion it is one of the funniest movies ever made Early on in the movie Everett- Pete and Delmar ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:22-27

Denomination: Baptist

Asking For Favor When Facing Obstacles Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 24, 2023

Trouble is small when viewed by God.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Nehemiah served tables (waiter) yet he faced: a. Great burden. “I sat down and wept … for days I mourned, fasted and prayed. b. Great destruction. “Walls … torn down … gates destroyed by fire” (1:3). c. God’s people discouraged. d. Great opposition. “Sanballat, Tobiah, and ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 9:32, Nehemiah 13:14, Psalm 84:11

Denomination: Baptist

Say To This Mountain

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 16, 2013

To prove how mountains or obstacles in our lives be removed.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have mountains in your life that needs to be removed? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove how mountains or obstacles in our lives be removed. IV. TEXT: Mark 11:23 (Amplified Bible) 11:23 Truly I tell you, whoever says to this mountain, Be lifted up ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Faith Or Faithfulness? Series

Contributed by Matthew Baker on Nov 3, 2000

The disciples asked for faith but what they really needed was faithfulness.

In our daily lives, we come across many different people. Often, when we are with strangers, in order to break the ice, we engage in what is called, "small talk." Small talk is a way to show friendliness by discussing things that are somewhat superficial. For decades, if not centuries, there has ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faith To Faith

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Aug 21, 2003

The Bible teaches that faith is the key to everything for the Christian. By faith we come to Christ. By faith we live our Christian lives with joy and gladness.

Faith to Faith Text: Romans 1:17 Gullible. It never ceases to amaze me just how gullible people are. When P. T. Barnum said, "There’s a sucker born every minute," he was right. It seems that there is no limit to what we will believe. Listen to some of the titles that have appeared in the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:17, Habakkuk 2:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Faith For The Faithful

Contributed by Matthew Morine on May 13, 2008

Most people believe that the leadership of a congregation are the people with the strong faith. This is not always the case. Here is a lesson for the faithful to stay faithful.

FAITH FOR THE FAITHFUL THEME: THOSE WHO ARE FAITHFUL MUST ADMIT A FAITH WEAKNESS. TEXT: MARK 9:14-29 It seems that in the church those in a leadership position are strong in the faith. The elders, deacons, preachers, and teachers are those who are solid with the faith. This seems to be the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faith Of The Faithful Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Oct 15, 2022

All are equal before God. We are not given any authority to judge anyone based on their faith and practices. Every knee shall bow and every tongue shall confess that Jesus Christ is the Lord.

Romans 14:9-16 - Faith of the faithful Romans 14:9-13 Clear the Way for your brother All are equal before God. We are not given any authority to judge anyone based on their faith and practices. Every knee shall bow and every tongue shall confess that Jesus Christ is the Lord. All of us have to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:9-16

Denomination: Methodist

Message Delivered Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Sep 10, 2007

In order to faithfully obey God’s call to be messengers of His gospel, we need to see the obstacles that we will face. But not only do we need to see the obstacles, we need to be able to overcome them like Amos did.

1. Introduction a. A messenger of God will face personal opposition (10) b. A messenger of God will face verbal misrepresentation (11) c. A messenger of God will face sensible temptation (12-13) i. Wouldn’t it be nice to go home? ii. Eat your home cooking? iii. It’s OK to prophesy—just don’t do it ...read more

Scripture: Amos 7:10-17, Amos 7:7-15

Denomination: Baptist

Living Hope Series

Contributed by Mark Elkins on Jan 27, 2011

I am truly discovering that life’s obstacles are truly opportunities for God to show just how awesome He really is. Obstacles give us God stories! Do you need a God story today?

LIVING HOPE 1 Peter 1 My son asked, “If Sea World really loves animals, then why do they keep them captive?” What a deep question. Maybe you can relate. If someone loves you, then why are you still held captive? If people in your world love you when why do they keep you captive? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist