Sermons on Problem Solving:

When Catastrophe Happens, What Next?

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 29, 2022

No external law can fix a problem that comes from deep within a twisted mind and heart.

Ascension 2022 I polished up my Ascension Day homily last Sunday. Then I tore it up on Tuesday afternoon. Senseless, mindless murder down the road in Uvalde, a place many of us have visited or lived. When catastrophe happens anywhere in the world, don’t we all grieve, and ask “Lord, WHY?” “What ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11, Ephesians 1:17-23, Luke 24:46-53

Denomination: Catholic

But Lord!

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Jan 3, 2011

Psalm 13 helps us to learn how to communicate with God on the deepest level. God is big enough to handle our tough questions. And He loves it when we talk to Him honestly.

Communication between people takes place at three levels: the frivolous level, the factual level, and the feeling level. Frivolous communication takes place on the surface with the use of innocuous questions and casual clichés. How are you doing? Looks like it going to rain today? What do you do ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

From Complaint To Confidence

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Jul 15, 2009

God wants us to be honest and real in our communication with Him. When we are, He can then lead us to the point of confidence in Him.

Communication between people takes place at three levels: the frivolous level, the factual level, and the feeling level. Frivolous communication takes place on the surface with the use of innocuous questions and casual clichés. How are you doing? Looks like it going to rain today. What do you do ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Miracle With A Purpose

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 30, 2023

Jesus challenged the disciples to solve an impossible situation because He wanted to test them, to see if they would turn to Him and to God for help. We can trust God to do immeasurably beyond what we ask or imagine.

Matt 14:13-21 - The Miracle With A Purpose Jesus did many miracles in the course of His ministry but the feeding of the 5000 is the only one recorded in all the 4 Gospels (Matt 14, Mark 6, Luke 9 and John 6). • All four writers find it significant enough to record it down. It was likely so ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21, John 6:5-6, Ephesians 3:20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Who Are You? Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on Apr 14, 2003

11th in the series "Conversations With Jesus." At the trial of Jesus, the question of his real identity seems to be one everyone’s mind.

CSI Theme song "Who Are You" normally on the show "who are You" refers to the perpetrator, but sometimes it refers to the victim, this morning as we look at our Scripture text the crime has not yet occured--Jesus is about to be unjustly killed, but the question "who are you seems to be on ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Commitment Factor

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Oct 27, 2003

Commitment is the key to a successful marriage. First, commitment to Christ, which leads to commitment to one’s spouse.

The Commitment Factor—Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts It’s been said, “A successful marriage is one in which you fall in love many times…and always with the same person.” (Mignon McLaughlin) However, marriage in America is in trouble--the divorce rate ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-24

Denomination: Congregational

Batteries Not Included #2 Peace Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Dec 14, 2020

Real peace is not possible without the power of the Holy Spirit in our lives.

Last week, we began a new series entitled: Batteries Not Included. There is nothing more frustrating than wanting play with your new toys and finding out the package had this hidden line - batteries not included. Last, Sunday morning was a perfect example of the excitement of Christmas morning and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8, John 14:27, John 20:19, John 20:21, John 20:26, Ezekiel 13:10, Philippians 4:11-13, Jeremiah 6:1-9, Colossians 1:19-20, Jeremiah 8:11, Jeremiah 6:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wake Up, O Church Of God

Contributed by Steaven Snow on Jan 13, 2005

A call to awaken to the problems of the church before they become severe

Wake Up O Church of God! TEXT: Isaiah 52:1-6 1 Awake, awake; put on thy strength, O Zion; put on thy beautiful garments, O Jerusalem, the holy city: for henceforth there shall no more come into thee the uncircumcised and the unclean. 2 Shake thyself from the dust; arise, and sit down, O ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 52:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

CONTENTMENT IS NO PROBLEM WHEN WE ARE FOLLOWING THE GOOD SHEPHERD

BIG IDEA: CONTENTMENT IS NO PROBLEM WHEN WE ARE FOLLOWING THE GOOD SHEPHERD INTRODUCTI0N: Do you ever have a problem with contentment? Who doesn’t! How do you feel when your kids or your wife complain ... = a reflection on your ability to provide and care for your family The Good Shepherd can be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Deal With Apathy

Contributed by John Gullick on Mar 18, 2002

A sermon that looks at scriptural ways to deal with the problem of apathy

What do I do next? How to deal with Apathy. Colossians 1:15, 16 He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. For by him all things were created; things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-15, Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Lights Are On But No One Is Home

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Apr 8, 2002

The problem with people asking for forgiveness and not inviting Jesus into their life.

Scripture: Matthew 12:43 – 45 Title: “The Lights Are On, But No One’s Home” Introduction: Jesus was making reference to how Israel had been presented the opportunity to receive Jesus, but instead had rejected Him in favor of holding onto the O.T. Law. As a result of depending on the Law instead ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:43-45

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Expect Delays: Developing Patience" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Mar 21, 2003

Begin to realize that delays and problems are opportunities to develop patience.

Iliff and Saltillo UM churches Third Sunday of Lent March 23, 2003 “Expect Delays: Developing Patience” James 1:1-4 II Peter 1:4-8 INTRODUCTION: We would all like to be able to sing the song, “Oh what a beautiful morning, Oh what a beautiful day, Oh what a beautiful morning, everything’s ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4, 2 Peter 1:4-8

Denomination: Methodist

When Worlds Collide

Contributed by Kent Lenard on Aug 8, 2004

This sermon deals with letting God handle our problems.

When Worlds Collide Gal 2:20, 2 Tim 1:12, Prov 3:5 - 6, Psa 91:4 August 7, 2004 I. I’ve been talking about the fact the Jesus is able deal with the changes that need to be made in our characters and personalities. A. This week we’re going to talk about how He is able to deal with our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:12

Denomination: Baptist

Dark Night Of The Soul

Contributed by Richard Hosea on Jan 21, 2007

To help believers see that they are not alone when having problems.

Dark Night of the Soul Matt. 26:47ff & 69ff & John 19:25-27 I know that you have heard the expression “Dark night of the soul.” But have you ever experienced a dark night of your soul. Some one may say it is the feeling you have when you are, “down in the dumps”. David was feeling more than “down ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:47-69

Denomination: Baptist

Pharisee And Publican Series

Contributed by Charles King on Mar 7, 2006

Prable of Pharisee and Publican addresses the problem of a prideful heart

Parable of Pharisee and Publican Sermon Outline Scripture: Luke 18:9-14 Purpose: God desires a broken spirit: a broken and a contrite heart. (Ps 51:17) Introduction: The parable was told in response to a prideful attitude of the Pharisees (Luke 18:9) It is difficult for a prideful person to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Baptist