Sermons on Obstacle:

Most Wanted Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 11, 2003

This is the 2nd study in the study "War On Terror".

MOST WANTED Jude 1:5-13, 16-19 As we continue our study on the “War On Terror”, let’s identify those who are on the “Most Wanted” list. Who are some of the enemies’ top agents from the past and the present? What are their characteristics? We will first look at three groups of the enemy ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:5-19

Denomination: Baptist

Running The Race

Contributed by Mike Turner on Aug 5, 2004

The Christian life is like running a race. Find out three important elements in doing it victoriously.

Running The Race Hebrews 12:1-3 In our text this morning, the writer of the book of Hebrews which I believe to be Paul compares the Christian life to a race. Some of the same things which are essential to being victorious in a race are also key to being victorious in our Christian life. This ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Against All Odds

Contributed by David Parks on Nov 1, 2002

On its face - at the start of it - it seemed unlikely this new venture (the church) cold possibly suceed.

AGAINST ALL ODDS: THE CHURCH ACROSS THE AGES TEXT: Daniel 7:9-14 Introduction: 1. If any new venture ever seemed to be striking out against all odds it was the early Church of Christ started on that fateful day of Pentecost in AD. 30 2. How in the world did it survive? 3. Just 50 days earlier their ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47, Daniel 7:9-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

#2perspective:a Worm's View Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 8, 2002

We look at the perspective of focusing in on problems and forgetting God.If you live in dirt, you will see alot of dirt.

#2 Perspective Focusing on Problems: A WORM’S VIEW Part #2 of 4 TEXT: 1 Samuel 10: 6&7, THE SPIRIT OF THE LORD WILL COME UPON YOU, AND TURN YOU INTO ANOTHER MAN. Matthew 6:33 Seek first the Kingdom of God, and all these THINGS shall be added. We are pondering Perspective and how our point of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 10:6-7, Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God's Solution To Division

Contributed by Ely Lambert on Jul 25, 2002

In the midst of problems at the Corinthian church, Paul gives a solution to the churches problems.

I. Introduction A. Churches around the world split all the time. It doesn’t seem like a normal year in the faith unless we are having a knock down fight over non-essential issues. B. I am not here today preaching to one individual. 1. I would never preach from the pulpit and humiliate any ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Overview Of Joshua Series

Contributed by Dan Morrison on Jul 30, 2002

Walking in Newness of life? Is it rules, or relationship, list or life, acheiving or receiving? Striving or Ariving?

Joshua: where the Promise became a Reality A new series at Midway Community Church Nov. 28th 1999 Overview and Introduction: In Romans 5:5-6 we read…’raised to walk in a newness of life’. What does this mean? Does it mean a believer has an improved life? Could it mean this newness of life is ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:3, Romans 6:4

Denomination: Baptist

Taking Spiritual Inventory

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Sep 21, 2007

New years challenge to challenge believers to look at life through an eternal lens. It also has a "spiritual inventory" checklist to hand out.

Taking Spiritual Inventory Text: Psalms 90:1-17 Introduction: 1. We are told in the word to number our days… that wisdom may come Heb. #4487, maw•naw v. to number off, count, reckon In other words, to stand before the hourglass of time 2. I have numbered my days. I am 45 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:1-17

Denomination: Mennonite

Caleb, The Giant Killer

Contributed by Steven Wunderink on Aug 20, 2007

One of only two who made it from Egypt to the Promised Land, Caleb at 85 years old still slayed the giants. You can too if you serve God WHOLEHEARTEDLY1

The Skipped Over Books of the Bible Part 1: the Laws Absolute Laws: obeyed then, obeyed NOW Holiness Laws: to show how we can LOVE GOD Civil Laws: to show how we can LOVE OUR NEIGHBOR Wellness Laws: to show how we can LOVE OURSELVES Part 2: the Gems in the Desert God’s Hornet, preparing a way ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Lesson 34: How To Die

Contributed by Elmer Towns on May 4, 2012

Dying as a believer in Christ

Series: Getting the Faith of Moses Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 34: How To Die April 29, 2012 1. Know your “age.” How to finish your years. “And he said to them: “I am one ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:2-26

Denomination: Baptist

Ruth: The Story Of King David's Great Grandmother Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 14, 2012

Good mothers may be tough because they have to be, but their outstanding quality is kindness. Because they are kind, sometime kindness comes back to them. Moms, see how many of her experiences you can relate to.

Ruth: The Story of King David’s Great Grandmother (Ruth 1-4) 1. Davon Huss tells this story about kindness: For 30 years, Randy Murphy drove without a traffic incident, without being stopped by the police, and without a driver's license. Then, the 46 year old Knoxville, Tennessee native's ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

12 Secrets To Living An Abundant Life: - 3 Series

Contributed by James Lee on Dec 8, 2011

I was working for an auto dealership as a master technician and making a lot more money than pasturing this church. But I was not more happy. God’s Word show us ho to truly live the abundant life.

Remember that this whole series is based on 3 very important principles. 1. God has a plan for your life - Jeremiah 29:11 says 2. There is a battle engaged for your life - Jesus said in John 10:10 “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I came that they may have life, and have it ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Connecting The Disconnected

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Jun 15, 2011

This sermon focuses on those who are connected to Jesus Christ as disciples as opposed to those who are connected with (asociated) Christ.

CONNECTING THE DISCONNECTED Text: Hebrews 4:14 – 16, 5:7 – 9 Just recently I read a sermon in last Friday’s edition of the Times and Democrat by the Rev. Frank Hay. He made some interesting comparisons in his sermon. He mentioned how Judas’s kiss which ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

Trust

Contributed by Michael West on Nov 22, 2008

If God is more than able and capable to take care of the universe, why all the struggle. This sermon is meant to encourage us to let go and trust God...

Sunday August 3rd, 2008 Speaker: Pastor Michael Sermon: T.R.U.S.T. Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-12 The key verses in this chapter are verses 5-6, a promise God’s people have often claimed as they have sought the Lord’s direction for their lives. And this promise ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I Dare You To Tell Me I Can't

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 6, 2009

Taking new spiritual ground

I DARE YOU TO TELL ME I CAN’T I Chronicles 11:4-9 Sunday, June 14, 2009 Pastor Brian Matherlee Introduction The 65th Anniversary of D-Day was observed June 6th. It was the largest single day amphibious invasion of all time. With nearly 200,000 troops involved; 160,000 would land on the 50 mile ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 11:4-9

Denomination: Wesleyan

Things Seen In Paul

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Oct 8, 2009

Are the things seen in Paul, also seen in us? Are we living such that we could say to others: “The things which you learned and received and heard and saw in me, these do, and the God of peace will be with you”?

Things Seen In Paul 10/09/05 AM Text: Philippians 4:9 Reading: Philippians 4:4-9 Introduction 1. A description of our Heavenly Father frequently used by Paul is “the God of Peace”... a. “Now the God of peace be with you all. Amen” - Romans 15:33 b. “And the God of peace will crush Satan under your ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ