Sermons on Overcoming Problems:

Salvation Came To His House

Contributed by Joseph Marshall on Aug 11, 2002

Zacchaeus faced many problems that we face today. People are trying everything they can to solve them, but they find just a large emptiness! Who could possible solve these problems? Friend, let me introce you to the Salvation that came to His House!

Introduction: Just like many today, Zacchaeus had some problems that he needed someone to help him overcome! A. His position was a problem (vs. 2) It is always hard for the rich to get saved because they do not need anything! (Mat.10:23) B. His elevation was a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Discouragement Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 9, 2015

Overcome discouragement when you redirect your energies, refocus your vision, and rally together.

A man stopped to watch a Little League baseball game and asked one of the youngsters, “What’s the score?” “We're losing 18-0,” was the answer. “Well,” said the man. “I must say you don't look discouraged.” “Discouraged?” the boy ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:10-23

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Half Hearted And Hating It Series

Contributed by Chris Kelly on May 29, 2014

Many times we're not overcoming the weaknesses in our lives and inhabiting the land God has given us because of the same excuses Israel made for not overcoming the land God gave them. Learn how to inhabit your inheritance!

Turn to bibles…Judges 1-2:5 Started a new series in the book of Judges. The Book of Judges begins with a series of victories and defeats that took place “After the death of Joshua”. The boundary lines for the twelve tribes had been determined years before (Josh. 13–22), ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Believer Is Not To Continue In Sin (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Mark Engler on Dec 7, 2004

There are Christians who have drug and alcohol problems, who get divorces, who have affairs, who cheat on their taxes, who steal, cheat on test in school, who lie, and the list could go on and on and on. Paul knows of these problems, Paul knows of these

By: Mark Engler, Mt. Vernon Christian Church, Mt. Vernon, MO Sermon done with help from The Preacher’s Outline & Sermon Bible. The Believer is Not to Continue in Sin (Part 2) He is to Live Out His Position in Christ. Romans 6:11-13 Intro: There is no doubt that as a believer we know that the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:11-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mugged By The Mirror Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on May 24, 2009

Talks about how to overcome trying to find your identity in your outward appearance.

Identity Theft…Mugged by the Mirror Are you at risk of having your identity Mugged by the Mirror Know what God Knows See how God sees Love who God Loves Reflect God’s Glory Slide Good morning. We are continuing our series this morning called Identity Theft Last week we spoke about how we can be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Ride Of Your Life

Contributed by Wes Humble on Jan 22, 2003

Life is full of ups and downs but through God’s strength we are able to overcome and persevere.

The Ride of Your Life I am reading directly from the web-site news release. ” SANDUSKY, Ohio, Jan. 9, 2003 – Cedar Point will race full speed ahead toward the future of thrill-riding when the famed amusement park/resort debuts the tallest and fastest roller coaster in the world for its 2003 ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:20-26

Denomination: *other

Developing The Heart Of A Warrior Series

Contributed by James Lee on Dec 16, 2016

We started this series, last week.As believer’s we have not been called to be problem starters but problem solvers and Paul constantly reminds us that our daily walk, as believer’s, is through a battleground.

Developing the Heart of a Warrior Psalms 27:1-14 We started this series the week before Mother’s day and I want to pick up where I left off by saying, the heart determines everything that you and I really are. As believer’s we have not been called to be problem starters but problem ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Disguised: Feeling Trapped In This Trial.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 16, 2022

Often blessings come disguised as trials and problems. Life is not just how you are building. Life can be about what you are building. This problem and trial could be a disguised blessing. The victory opportunity is before you. Check your motives.

DISGUISED: FEELING TRAPPED IN THIS TRIAL? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Hazard, Kentucky is in Perry County. We stopped to grab a hamburger and the sign in the window said, “REVIVAL IN HELL FOR CERTAIN.” We enquired about the sign. We were informed that Perry County has a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:10-16, Proverbs 17:3, James 1:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Antidote For Anxiety

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Nov 17, 2014

A message to those who struggle with worry and anxiety.

"The Antidote for Anxiety" Psalms 37:1-8 Psalms 37:1 A Psalm of David. Fret not thyself because of evildoers, neither be thou envious against the workers of iniquity. Introduction: A few weeks ago I heard a message on the subject of worry and anxiety that seemed to be tailor made just for me. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Wisdom For Peer Pressure Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jul 11, 2022

I overcome peer pressure by living to please God instead of living to please people .

NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:8-19

Denomination: Baptist

How To Kill A Giant

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: God can take care of life's seemingly insurmountable problems.

Thesis: God can take care of life's seemingly insurmountable problems. Intro.: 1. The story of David & Goliath is perhaps one of the best-known stories in all the Bible. a. Everybody knows it! 1) Pagans: sort of folk tale reminding that underdogs occasionally win. 2) Christians: one of those ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:45-47

Do You Pretend To Believe In Jesus?

Contributed by Richard Mcnair on Nov 4, 2004

There is a real problem; I believe many people are pretending to believe in Jesus!

ILL>> I played Santa this week at the nursing home - The outfit was fine but the beard was rank, so I had to spray it with something. - I hugged - asked if they were good little boys and girls, passed out gifts and even danced with some of the ladies. I couldn’t tell who really believed in Santa ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

God Cares For The Lonely Series

Contributed by Stan Rodda on Aug 19, 2005

Loneliness is a problem for many people. The answer sounds simple, turn to God.

God Cares for the Lonely! Let me ask you a question; how many of you have ever gone grocery shopping while you were hungry? How many of you learned your lesson for grocery shopping while you were hungry? What did you do while you were shopping? You saw the Twinkies and you were hungry so you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:10-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Which Life Do You Choose?

Contributed by Ed Wood on Feb 18, 2003

A message dealing with the problem of making the right choice that people face today.

WHICH LIFE DO YOU CHOOSE? Romans 10:17 INTRO: Choices abound in our modern world. Freedom allows us to decide many things for ourselves. Man has always had certain powers to chose. Sometimes there are a number of choices which we can make. However, in many cases we must decide from only two. We ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:17

Denomination: Baptist

Push - Pray Until Something Happens

Contributed by Robert Dyson on Dec 18, 2003

This sermon is designed to encourage believers to pray while facing the problems of life.

P.U.S.H “Praying Until Something Happens” SUB-TOPIC: Keep On praying until something happens Text: Luke 11: 5 And he said unto them, which of you shall have a friend, and shall go unto him and midnight, and say unto him, friend, lend me three loves; For a friend of mine in his journey is come ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:5-9

Denomination: Baptist