Sermons about Serious Problems

The Problem Of A Basin Theology

Contributed by Michael Blankenship on Dec 22, 2000

based on 86 ratings

| 6,348 views

Do we worship with a Basin theology or A TUB?

BASIN THEOLOGY Matthew 20:20-28 Bruce Thielemann, pastor of First Presbyterian Church in Pittsburg, tells of a conversation he had with a member of his congregation who said, "You preachers talk a lot about ‘do unto others,’ but when you get right down to it, it comes down to basin theology." ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With The Problem Of Sin

Contributed by Dr. Robert Mckenzie on Mar 21, 2002

based on 64 ratings

| 3,221 views

How to effectively deal with sin in our lives

Dealing with the Problem of Sin Psalms 119:9 As believers, there are several things that we all have in common...we have a common salvation, we have a common Savior, and we have a common future. We also have a common problem...the problem of sin. Ro. 5:12, "Wherefore, as by one man sin entered ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Wrong Perscription For The Problem

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Dec 23, 2004

based on 29 ratings

| 3,868 views

Addresses areas where Christians often unknowingly fall short.

THE WRONG PRESCRIPTION FOR THE PROBLEM 1 Samuel 8 -Read 1 Samuel 8 As we read this chapter, it’s easy to say the leaders of Israel were all wrong asking for a king. Or, we can wrongly interpret God’s answer to Samuel as saying that simply asking for a king meant they were rejecting Him. But, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Solving Big Problems Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Sep 22, 2005

based on 46 ratings

| 8,978 views

Gaining insights on how to have the positive outlook it takes to face problems effectively - based on Christ’s healing of the man born blind.

(CEV) As Jesus walked along, he saw a man who had been blind since birth. 2 Jesus’ disciples asked, "Teacher, why was this man born blind? Was it because he or his parents sinned?" 3 "No it wasn’t!" Jesus answered. "But because of his blindness, you will see God work a miracle for him. 4 As ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Beginning Of Our Problem Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 14, 2005

based on 8 ratings

| 3,494 views

An exposition of Genesis 3 and the origin and consequences of sin.

The Beginning of Our Problem Genesis 3 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: Something happened. Something big happened! Anyone who has read the Bible recognizes the change. Between the end of Genesis 2 and the beginning of Genesis 4 ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Problem With Playing House

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Jul 21, 2005

based on 18 ratings

| 8,734 views

This is a sermon that confronts the increasingly difficult moral problem of cohabitating heterosexual adults in America.

“The Problem with Playing House” Provers 16:25 - ©Dr. Larry L. Thompson (2005) Introduction: This past Monday I was confronted by a full page of articles from USA Today which the Lord used to prompt my spirit and address a growing problem we are facing in America. The title of the articles: ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:25

Denomination: Baptist

God's Purpose In Problems

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jul 5, 2002

based on 49 ratings

| 13,024 views

Problems and trials are a normal part of life. This message seeks to give understanding as to why God permits trials to come into our lives.

GOD’S PURPOSE IN PROBLEMS TEXT: Ps.119: 65-75 INTRO: Whether we like it or not, problems are a fact of life. It is not a matter of “if” problems come, but “when” problems come. You know, as well as I do, that even with the best of preventative measures problems still have a way of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:65-75

Denomination: Baptist

How To Handle Problems Series

Contributed by Daniel Villa on Jul 21, 2002

based on 14 ratings

| 3,192 views

A biblical response to problems enables the follower of Christ to grow into Christian maturity.

How to Handle Problems James 1:1-18; 5:7-12 “HOW TO” SERIES IN JAMES #1 Truth: The Christian life-view stands countercultural. Problems move us to God who gives us His grace to benefit from our faith-trials. We develop the perseverance and patience, the faith-life, the quality of life that comes ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-18

Denomination: Church Of God

The Answer To Your Problems

Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Sep 24, 2003

based on 19 ratings

| 4,411 views

Jesus is bigger than what you are going through

Intro: (Start w/Blank) In Budapest, a Jewish man went to his rabbi and complained, "Life is unbearable for my family & I. There are nine of us living in one room. What can I do?" The rabbi thought about it for a moment and answered, "Take your goat into the room with you." The man was ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mankind's Problem With God Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 24, 2004

based on 25 ratings

| 4,223 views

Mankind’s biggest problem with God is not ignorance about Him, but an attitude of enmity toward Him.

Mankind’s Problem With God (Romans 1:18-23) Note: A number of illustrations and quotation were found at Sermon Central, but the outline, interpretation and flow of the sermon are mine, and the illustrations were borrowed from various sources. The "blanks" I have filled in were originally part of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"The Little Problem” Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jan 16, 2004

based on 61 ratings

| 7,262 views

This is the first in a series of messages dealing with the importance of our speech as followers of Christ.

KEEPING MY TONGUE ON THE CUTTING EDGE “The Little Problem” James 3:1-12 ILLUSTRATION: Perhaps you remember some of these ACTUAL descriptions of accidents that were written on insurance claim forms: § “I pulled form the side of the road, glanced at my Mother-In-Law, and headed for the ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Motives: The Problem In The Church Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jul 24, 2003

based on 40 ratings

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Many people say the biggest problem we face in the church today is an integrity crisis. It may surprise a lot of us that envy and rivalry and dissentions dates all the way back to the first century church. People preached because they wanted to exalt them

Introduction In the fifteen hundreds there was a protestant reformer in England by the name of Hugh Latimer. He was known as a great preacher of his day and he had many opportunities to preach. One of his opportunities was to preach before the King Henry VIII of England. He thought about his great ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

That's A Devil Of A Problem

Contributed by Paul Decker on May 27, 2003

based on 35 ratings

| 4,899 views

We will leave evidence regarding who we follow.

THAT’S A DEVIL OF A PROBLEM John 8:37-47 S: Discipleship (spiritual heritage) Th: “Who is your daddy?” Pr: WE WILL LEAVE EVIDENCE REGARDING WHO WE FOLLOW. ?: Inductive KW: Problems TS: We will find in our study of John 8:37-47 three problems that the leaders revealed about themselves when they ...read more

Scripture: John 8:37-47

Denomination: Baptist

The Church's Biggest Problem

Contributed by Fred Elliott on Jun 18, 2003

based on 25 ratings

| 5,867 views

Apathy in church members

THE CHURCH’S BIGGEST PROBLEM Revelation 3: 15-16 Intro: A. The Church --- The body of Christ consisting of all Christians B. Many problems to choose from 1. Gossip and Idle talk 2. Busybodies into everyone else’s business 3. Unforgiving attitudes ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Problem Of Cultural Christianity

Contributed by Steve Johnson on Nov 22, 2001

based on 54 ratings

| 6,532 views

Cultural Christianity, or "Hollow Christianity" is characterized by worthless worship, worthless words and worthless wisdom....

"The Problem of Cultural Christianity" Matt. 15: 1-20 Introduction: 1. What is Cultural Christianity? There are many possible answers. 2. As we go through the sermon this morning, You might arrive at your own answer. 3. I believe it is best summed up as "A religion of symbolic devotion". 4. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

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