SermonCentral Logo SermonCentral Logo Sermon Central
Sermons
Free Sermons and Sermon Outlines for Preaching :

Sermons on Obstructions:

showing 346-360 of 806
Filter Results
Close Filters

Scripture

Rating

Date

Denominations

  • Show more

Language

Structure

Sermon Type

Audience

Popular Preaching Resources

New Sermon Series Now Available

Everything you need for your next series

AI Sermon Generator

Generate sermon ideas with a safe, secure tool for solid preaching.

Biblical Sermon Calendar

Customizable sermon manuscripts for verse-by-verse preaching

Sermon Research Assistant

Free custom sermon in 5-10 minutes!

Topical Sermon Calendar

Preach with creativity and impact throughout the year

Funeral Sermon Generator

Create a personalized, heartfelt funeral sermon

Sermon Kits for Preaching

Faithful to the Finish

Peter's final call to a young and growing church

Grace and Glory

A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter

Entrusted

Gifts, risk, and the return of the King

  • Try PRO

    Confident Preaching

    Try PRO free and preach with confidence when people need it most.
    Free to start now
  • John Williams III avatar

    The Crown Without A Cross? (May 7, 2023).

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on May 5, 2023
     | 1,622 views

    It was only after the resurrection that Peter understood the cross and what that it because there is no crown without a cross!

    THE CROWN WITHOUT A CROSS? Text: 1 Peter 2:20 – 25 1 Peter 2:20 - 25 (19) For it is a credit to you if, being aware of God, you endure pain while suffering unjustly. (20) If you endure when you are beaten for doing wrong, what credit is that? But if you endure when you do right and suffer for ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Alison Bucklin avatar

    Compelled To Testify

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 14, 2023
     | 1,008 views

    The love of Christ should compel us to testify on his behalf before the court of the world.

    Lots of people are testifying these days. We’ve got trials in California and New York and Georgia and Washington D.C. Politicians and government officials and even just ordinary people caught up in things are all either pouring their hearts out or nowhere to be found. Some are practically begging ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • It Is Finished thumbnail

    It Is Finished PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 19, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 648 views

    Explores the significance of Jesus' words "It is finished," emphasizing the fulfillment of His mission, the defeat of evil, and our resulting freedom.

    Beloved friends, as we gather in this sacred space, I am reminded of the words of Martin Luther, who once said, "Live as if Christ died yesterday, rose this morning and is coming back tomorrow." This profound statement encapsulates the essence of our faith, a faith that is centered on the redeeming ...read more

    Scripture:

    Topics:

  • Rick D Brackett avatar

    Getting A Better View Of Jesus

    Contributed by Rick D Brackett on Nov 8, 2000
    based on 174 ratings
     | 15,238 views

    Sometimes we have got to climb a little higher and get above our circumstances to see Jesus.

    "GETTING A BETTER VIEW OF JESUS" Text: Luke 19:1-10 Introduction: There was a man living in the city of Jericho by the name of Zaccheus. When Zaccheus heard that Jesus was coming to Jericho he sought to see Him. There was a crowd of people and Zaccheus was a little man and the people ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Dennis Lawrence avatar

    The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly Series

    Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Feb 9, 2001
    based on 124 ratings
     | 7,819 views

    Paul uses tremendous contrasts to show the need to distrust the world and to completely trust God and what He offers.

    The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly February 10, 2001 Contrasts can be a wonderful tool to use in order to make a point. We’re very familiar with contrasts that use extremes and represent opposite ends of a spectrum. Some of these include, black and white, big and small, tall and short, fat and thin, ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Yarbrough avatar

    "God Help Me With My Attitude”

    Contributed by David Yarbrough on Mar 11, 2002
    based on 340 ratings
     | 24,190 views

    An attitude of joy is an intentional decision followed by a process. This sermon examines some Biblical steps needed for an attitude of joy. 1. Write out your top 5 blessing and thank God for them everyday. 2, Keep things in perspective—God is in contro

    “God Help Me With My Attitude” Philippians 1:3-12 Into: There was once a young boy who went to spend the week with his grandfather on the farm. While walking around he noticed the chickens, they were scratching and playing around. The little lad said, “They ain’t got it”. Next he saw a colt in ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David DeWitt avatar

    Why Did Jesus Have To Die

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 20, 2005
    based on 19 ratings
     | 5,696 views

    Jesus gave His life as a sacrifice for the penalty of sin and death

    Why did Jesus have to die? Series: Searching for the Truth about Easter Matthew 20:17-19 March 13, 2005 Introduction George Atley was killed while serving with the Central African Mission. There were no witnesses, but the evidence indicates that Atley was confronted by a band of hostile ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Kranthi Kumar Medida avatar

    Eternal Life Series

    Contributed by Kranthi Kumar Medida on Dec 14, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,302 views

    The second saying of Lord Jesus on The Cross

    “TRULY I SAY TO YOU, TODAY YOU SHALL BE WITH ME IN PARADISE” – LUKE 23:43 We learned that the first work to be accomplished to re-establish the relationship between God and us is forgiveness of sins. Now we are about to look at the second work. This second work is represented by the second saying ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Rev. Bruce A. Shields avatar

    Part 6 - Gentleness Series

    Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Aug 12, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,509 views

    Look at the gentleness of Christ and how this Spiritual Fruit can help bring others to know Jesus.

    The Fruit of the Spirit Part 6 – Gentleness Rev. Bruce A. Shields First Baptist Church Tawas City Michigan www.TawasBaptist.org WELCOME We are continuing our Series on The Fruits of the Holy Spirit, this being Part 6. We’ve spoke over the past few weeks on Love, Joy and Peace, and week before ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Bible Church

  • Steve Kempton avatar

    Mountains God Calls Us To Climb

    Contributed by Steve Kempton on Sep 22, 2006
    based on 34 ratings
     | 38,245 views

    Mountains in the Bible that God calls all leaders to climb. Clarity comes when you reach the summit

    Mountains God calls us to Climb. I do believe that there is great benefit in being both real and completely honest about the reality of Pastoral life and all it’s expectations and challenges. All of the events of the last 10 years of ministry, both good and bad, has aided both my own personal ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    The Sin God Won't Forgive Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 2, 2006
    based on 55 ratings
     | 16,814 views

    All sins but one can be forgiven but not all are consistently resisted. Thankfully, the ’unpardonable sin’ is easily avoided. Link included to formatted text and PowerPoint Presentation.

    The Sin God Won’t Forgive Matthew 12:22-32 Thank you for all the Pastor appreciation you showed in October, and all year round. When one of our deacons came to the front after the closing prayer last Sun. PM I didn’t know if it was good news or bad news! Good news/bad news for a preacher: Good ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Scott Bayles avatar

    Psalm Four: Stress Relief

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 27, 2003
    based on 120 ratings
     | 23,235 views

    In Psalm Four, David gives us the Lord’s prescription for coping with stress: Supplication, Stillness, and Sacrifice!

    Stress Relief Scott R Bayles, preacher Outside the Christiansborg Palace in Copenhagen, which is Denmark’s Parliament building, there are three stone figures guarding the entrance. They represent the earache, the headache, and the stomach ache. They were placed there to suggest that if you enter ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Michael Luke avatar

    Waiting, Dating, And Mating Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Jan 24, 2006
    based on 30 ratings
     | 12,465 views

    A biblical discussion of sexuality and marriage

    SERIES: “OVERCOMING OBSTACLES THAT OBSTRUCT OBEDIENCE” TEXT: 1 CORINTHIANS 7 TITLE: “WAITING, DATING, AND MATING” INTRODUCTION: A. The preacher of a congregation made it a habit to visit all the Sunday school classes. One particular Sunday, he ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Wayne Lawson avatar

    A Different Perspective

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Aug 2, 2005
    based on 77 ratings
     | 26,620 views

    No matter what we are going through, even when it appears as though God is not aware, stand your watch and wait on the Lord.

    Rev. Wayne A. Lawson, M.Min Senior Pastor First Baptist Church Ardmore, OK 73402 (Preached Sunday, July 31, 2005) RevWLawson@aol.com http://firstbaptistok.org/ Scripture: Habakkuk 2:1-4 1 I will stand upon my watch, and set me upon the tower, and will watch to see what he will say unto me, and ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Luke avatar

    The Characteristics Of Childishness And The Marks Of Maturity Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 14, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 14,076 views

    The indications of spiritual immaturity and maturity

    SERIES: “OVERCOMING OBSTACLES THAT OBSTRUCT OBEDIENCE” TEXT: 1 CORINTHIANS 3:1-23 TITLE: “THE CHARACTERISTICS OF CHILDISHNESS AND THE MARKS OF MATURITY” INTRODUCTION: A. A young boy came to his father after church one Sunday. He said, “Dad, I want to ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ