Sermons on Obstacles:

Being A Fool For Christ

Contributed by Michael Murdock on Oct 21, 2002

A Challenge to be different from the World around us and step out for Christ.

“Being A Fool for Christ” 1 Corinthians 1:26-31 Introduction The story is told of a college professor who visited the Fiji Islands. Being agnostic, he critically remarked to an elderly chief, "You’re a great leader, but it’s a pity you’ve been taken in by those foreign missionaries. They only ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:26-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Are Your Really Wanting To Be Blessed?

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 14, 2000

What is the price of success, what does one have to pay to be blessed?

If I were to ask how many of you would like to be successful, I would be surprised if there was one who would decline the opportunity and live life in failure. We all want to experience success in its varying degrees. Success comes at the end of a great struggle. Success is only success ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:6-7, Luke 14:28-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

Nothing Is Too Difficult For God

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 21, 2001

Another message on the awesome power of God!

Nothing is Too Difficult for God Various Scriptures Introduction My message will be rather brief this morning (no cheering, please!), because given the fact that we will be eating shortly, then have our meeting, I don’t want to keep us any later than necessary. This is not news to you, but I’m ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:26-27, Genesis 18:9-14

Denomination: Wesleyan

You Gotta Ask! Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 25, 2001

This is th 19th part of the Sermon on the Mount Series, looks at our prayer requests

THIS ENTIRE PASSAGE OF SCRIPTURE IS DEPENDENT ON ONE THING AND THAT IS A PROPER UNDERSTANDING OF VS.9,10 & 11. BECAUSE CHRIST USES THESE VERSES TO QUALIFY THE VERSES THAT WENT BEFORE. AND SO CHRIST USES THE CONCEPT OF FATHER TO DESCRIBE GOD. BUT THE FATHER CONCEPT IS ONLY VALID FOR THOSE OF US ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-11

Denomination: Wesleyan

Is God Unfair? Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Nov 4, 2001

An inductive exploration of the unfairness of life and an elimination of inadequate answers to the question “Is God unfair?”

Introduction: There are three ancient questions that are as current as the latest news bulletin. Many people refuse to think about them. Others consider them the “Three Questions No One Asks Out Loud.” 1. Is God unfair? 2. Is God silent? 3. Is God hidden? The book of Job struggles with these ...read more

Scripture: Job 30:25-27

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Same Measure

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on May 3, 2002

Christians so often forget the principles in God’s Holy Word which tell us quite plainly...what you dish out is EXACTLY what you will reap.

Matt. 7:12 12“Do for others what you would like them to do for you. This is a summary of all that is taught in the law and the prophets. This, so called, “golden rule” is a guide for us to live by. A. It’s more than just a nice little guide. 1. Many of the things found in the spirit of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sweet Bitterness From God Series

Contributed by Ron Ethridge on May 5, 2002

Those who God uses have one common experience... brokeness.

“Sweet Bitterness From God” March 21, 1999 Do people that are used by God have something in common? Before we answer that question, you need to know that today’s topic will be bitter before it is sweet. However, if you embrace it, satisfaction will pervade to the depths of your soul! The topic ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:17, 1 Corinthians 1:27-29

Denomination: Baptist

Navigating Life's Challenges Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 14, 2025

This is the 5th Sermon from the Book of Proverbs Series, "Wisdom For Life".

Series: Wisdom For Life [#5] NAVIGATING LIFE’S CHALLENGES Proverbs 3:1-35 Introduction: Our text offers divine wisdom for navigating the complex and often challenging journey of life. In our walk with God, we encounter obstacles, uncertainties, and trials that can sometimes shake our faith and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-35

Denomination: Baptist

Planning Wisely, Living Humbly

Contributed by Brian Williams on Jan 1, 2026

We plan responsibly, but we submit these plans to God willingly. When they change—when doors close, when timelines shift, instead of living in despair we can trust that God causes all things to work together for good.

How can we prepare our lives for the future when we don’t know what the future holds? Well we know that God has created life with rhythms we can normally count on. The world keeps spinning on its axis. The sun rises and sets. Gravity holds us to the earth. We breathe without thinking. Seasons come ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Restores Joy

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 27, 2026

Joy unspeakable and full of glory-

Jesus restores Joy Phil 4:10-13 Good Morning church glad to have you with us- I would like us to look at Paul and his pursuit of Joy instead of happiness. In the pursuit of happiness most give up Joy. Joy is what more people lose in their heart and then wonder why they are not happy. Who’s ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Denomination: Nazarene

Border Crossing

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Feb 1, 2026

In the Israelites' crossing through the Jordan and into the land of promise there are details which transfer quite remarkably clearly into instructions for our own entry into the land - the state of being - that God has promised to us in Christ Jesus.

What kind of images do the words “Promised Land” mean to you? I didn’t see the TV show by that name very often, but it seemed to me, with my limited exposure, that this was a traveling family, always ready to pick up and move somewhere new, always optimistic about what was around the next corner, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:7-17, Matthew 23:4-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Teach Me Your Paths (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jan 8, 2026

Life’s journey is filled with twists, turns, and unexpected challenges—many of which leave us feeling disoriented or confused. At times, we find ourselves wondering which way to go or how to move forward with clarity and purpose.

OPENING THOUGHT: The principle that to learn something new, one must first unlearn what has been previously assimilated is both a challenging and transformative approach to knowledge acquisition and personal growth. This paradigm suggests that past learning can act as a barrier to understanding new ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 25:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pleasant Interruptions

Contributed by Joey Nelson on May 20, 2002

We were created for community and we need community.

INTRODUCTION Sermonic Theme Opening Statement: We were created for community and we need community. While life is very enjoyable the journey of life and faith is often trying, difficult and painful. Discouragement. Relentless temptation. Debilitating sins. Doubts. Ridicule. Burdensome weaknesses. ...read more

Walking Like God Walks Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on May 20, 2002

Living life in God’s footsteps

Walking Like God Walks EPHESIANS 5:1-6 · Going to take this morning about how we walk. Have you ever thought about how you walk. How your walk looks to others. 1) Friend from a church I pastured while in Seminary named David. David is a racewalker. David doesn’t know it but he looks funny when ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-7

Graduation 2002

Contributed by Joey Nelson on May 27, 2002

Making it through twelve years of high school or 16 years including college, involves facing some very real challenges. And, as we can all testify, making it through life will include continuous encounters with challenges that we must meet. But the wonder

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: Making it through twelve years of high school or 16 years including college, involves facing some very real challenges. And, as we can all testify, making it through life will include continuous encounters with challenges that we must meet. But the wonderful thing ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7, 2 Timothy 1:1-7