Sermons on Overcoming Adversity:

Overcoming Trials With God’s Help

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 15, 2025

Trials are part of the Christian life, but we do not face them alone. God uses trials to build our faith, strengthen us, grant us wisdom, and bring about His purpose. No matter the challenges we face, we must remember that God is with us, and He will never forsake us.

OVERCOMING TRIALS WITH GOD’S HELP By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: James 1:2-4 "My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience. But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Overcoming End-Of-Year Battles Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 26, 2025

This sermon reveals how believers can confront and defeat spiritual battles that arise at the close of the year through divine power, vigilance, and faith.

OVERCOMING END-OF-YEAR BATTLES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 6:12 Key Verse: “For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.” (Ephesians ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Fighting Words: Understanding And Overcoming Conflict Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Oct 8, 2024

We all fight with each other, but have you ever wondered why? James tells us it's because of our own desires. Our desires can lead to conflict and fights. But there's hope. We can change the way we handle our desires.

Hey guys, let's dive into something we all know too well - fights. You know, those arguments with your siblings over the remote, or with your friends over who gets the last slice of pizza. Ever wondered why we fight? James, in the Bible, says it's because of our own desires. Let's pray: "God, help ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-3, Philippians 4:7

Topics: Conflict Resolution, Peacebuilding, Negotiation Skills, Emotional Intelligence

Sermon # 44 - Overcome Evil With Good Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Aug 13, 2025

Everyone has a choice to either do evil for evil or to repay evil with good. The latter is a godly decision which God approves of and the way Jesus exemplified. When our children are taught this when young, they will grow up to always do good no matter what evil is done to them.

We read in Genesis 4:1, Now Adam knew Eve his wife, and she conceived and bore Cain, and said, “I have acquired a man from the LORD.” (NKJV) When the first man Adam and his wife Eve had a baby boy, the words of Eve were, ‘I have acquired a man from the Lord.’ Children are given to us by the Lord, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1, Psalm 127:3, Ephesians 2:10, Romans 12:21, Genesis 4:3, Revelation 4:11, Genesis 4:4-7, Luke 13:34, Isaiah 1:18, Psalm 34:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Overcoming Worldly Wisdom With Godly Living

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Aug 20, 2025

This sermon shows us how to seek Godly wisdom life in a world that is self centered and focused on looking out for ourselves.

In today’s fast-paced, self-focused culture, we are constantly bombarded with messages that push us toward self-promotion, that push us toward material success, and personal achievement. We are living in a time ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Victory Is Yours: Overcoming Spiritual Battles SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

This sermon explores the assurance of victory in our spiritual battles. No matter the intensity of the fight, God has predestined us to win. By holding onto Jesus, we are guaranteed safety and triumph. Therefore, there is no need to fear.

Today, we will explore the powerful promise found in Isaiah 54:17. This verse assures us that the battle we are engaged in has already been determined in our favor. God has destined us to be victorious, regardless of how fiercely the devil fights or how cunning his tactics may be. All we need to do ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 54:17

Topics: Spiritual Warfare, Overcoming Challenges

Understanding God's Love: Overcoming Fear SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

A deeper look into 1 John 4:17-18, exploring the concept of God's love and how it helps us overcome fear.

According to popular search engines, people are most afraid of flying, public speaking, heights, the dark, intimacy, death, failure, rejection, spiders, and commitment. The Bible has a lot to say about fear. We are told to fear the Lord, but not to fear anything else. In 1 John 4:18, John tells us ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:17-18

Topics: God's Love, Overcoming Fear

Overcoming Small Obstacles For Greater Heights SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

This sermon explores how minor hindrances can prevent us from reaching our full potential in life and in our spiritual journey. It delves into the story of Achan and his actions at Jericho.

Moving to the Next Level Today, we will explore the concept of moving to a higher level in life and in our relationship with God. Often, it is the little things that hold us back from reaching our full potential. We will examine the story of Achan and his actions at the city of Jericho. Life is a ...read more

Topics: Temptation, Resisting Temptation

When All Seems Lost: Finding Strength In Faith SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

A sermon exploring how to find strength and renewal in our faith when we feel completely drained.

Life can often leave us feeling drained and exhausted. We may find ourselves running on empty, lacking joy, love, and peace. In these moments, we can turn to the story of Jesus turning water into wine at a wedding in Cana as a source of inspiration and guidance. This sermon will explore what we can ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-10

Topics: Faith, Strength

Overcoming Through Christ John 16:33 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 30, 2024

John 16:33 encapsulates the reality of the challenges we face in this world and the ultimate victory we have in Christ. As we delve into this passage, let's uncover the profound peace, assurance, and hope that Jesus offers to every believer.

Overcoming Through Christ John 16:33 John 16:33 (NLT): "I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world." Introduction Today, we gather to explore a powerful and comforting ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33, James 1:2-3, Philippians 4:7, Romans 8:37

Denomination: Pentecostal

Overwhelming Worry

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 6, 2024

We all face life; the question is, how will we face it? We will be overwhelmed by anxiety or is there a better way?

Overwhelming Worry Jeffery Anselmi / General Core 52 / Anxiety; Stress / Philippians 4:6 We all face life; the question is, how will we face it? We will be overwhelmed by anxiety or is there a better way? INTRODUCTION - Decades ago, in the waiting room of a Minneapolis hospital, three expectant ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Persist And Prevail: The Story Of Isaac's Wells SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

Isaac, on the brink of celebrating his success in finding water, is confronted by the Philistines who forcefully claim his well. Despite this being the third time, Isaac does not surrender. Will he persist and prevail?

Today, we will explore the story of Isaac and the lessons we can learn from his experience of digging wells. Isaac faced challenges and opposition, but he never gave up. Through his perseverance, we can discover how to overcome adversity and achieve success in our own lives. When Isaac began to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:12-32

Topics: Perseverance, Faith

Dealing With Disaster Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Mar 27, 2001

Encouragement to stay faithful in adversity.

When Life is the Pits A Study of the Life of Joseph Sermon # 2 “Dealing With Disaster” Genesis 37:12-36 Last week we introduced our study of the life of Joseph entitled “When Life is the Pits.” We saw ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:12-36

Denomination: Baptist

A Little Bit Of Hangin' Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Apr 25, 2006

Victory through Adversity

Proclaiming His Majesty A Little Bit of Hangin’ Series 2006 Revelation 3:14-22 Abraham Lincoln once listened to the pleas of the mother of a soldier who’d been sentenced to hang for treason. She begged the president to grand pardon. Lincoln agreed. Yet, he is reported to have left the lady ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Three Success Secrets Of Shamgar

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Nov 9, 2004

Aids to advancing in adversity.

The title of this message is from the yet-to-be released book by Pat Williams (Senior Vice President of the Orlando Magic), Jay Strack (Founder of Student Leadership University), and Jim Denney. In an advance synopsis of the book the authors say that Shamgar’s brief notoriety in the Bible lends ...read more

Scripture: Judges 3:31

Denomination: Baptist