Sermons on struggling in prayer: showing 361-375 of 113,847

Why Do We Still Struggle With Sin Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Mar 13, 2013

Death, Sin, Rescue, Victory

WHY DO WE STILL STRUGGLE WITH SIN? Romans 7: 14-25 (p786) March 10, 2013 INTRODUCTION: I think I’ve been fairly clear on the point that when you give your life to Christ and ask for Salvation…it’s a commitment to follow him…you’re not getting your ticket punched to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:1-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Grace We Struggle To Accept: The Embrace Of Grace

Contributed by David Flowers on Nov 21, 2010

In this re-working of a message originally preached in 2005, Dave elaborates on last week's message about receiving love.

Grace We Struggle to Accept: The Embrace of Grace Grace, prt. 2 Wildwind Community Church David K. Flowers 3/20/05 Revised and repreached 7/18/2010 I want to start today’s message on an uncharacteristically heavy note. I have a few questions for you, and they’re the kind of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Free Methodist

Struggling Even When The Good Times Roll Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Sep 21, 2009

July 1989: When we are prospering, we are tempted into the idolatry of me-ism and self-congratulation. This is an opportunity to do more for others and for the Kingdom, for God is the source of our bounty.

About a year ago, toward the end of July, I placed one of these up here on the pulpit as the visible sermon for the day. Remember? Do you recall what we called that Sunday? Right: we called it "catch-up Sunday" …catch-up Sunday … and the idea was that if we were behind in our giving, if we as a ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 14:4-8

Denomination: Baptist

God Sees Our Struggles And Has A Solution

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Apr 6, 2020

If you ever feel like life is out of your control, seems hopeless and you feel like no one can help, or even cares --- then look at the story of Hagar. Hagar teaches us that life is a struggle, yet God sees our struggles and offers a solution.

The book of Genesis tells about different people who heard directly from God. God spoke face to face with Adam and Eve in the Garden. He spoke to Noah and gave him instructions about building the Ark. Then you can see how God spoke with Abram and made a Covenant with him. This lesson, we are going ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

How God Grows Us Through Struggles Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Nov 7, 2018

This difficult passage points us toward who we are in Christ and how He grows us.

HOW GOD GROWS US THROUGH STRUGGLES: 1. AN EASY LIFE? God does not take away our struggles, though He does ensure they don’t overwhelm us. - 2 Corinthians 4:8-9. - In verses 8-9, Paul shares four statements that we’d rather not hear. They speak clearly to an uncomfortable truth: God’s goal is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

If You Struggle With Depression And Suicidal Thoughts There Is Hope

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 2, 2021

Depression, suicide, discouragement... Are you disturbed, wrought with depression, and teetering on the brink of self harm? Hopelessness, well, I've known it well.

Depression, suicide, discouragement... Are you disturbed, wrought with depression, and teetering on the brink of self harm? Hopelessness, well, I've known it well. Depression, yes, it's been a constant companion on my life journey. So if you struggle with these very real problems, ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Salvation Army

Today Is Everything. This

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 20, 2016

Today is Only Day You Have. Today is the tomorrow you planned for yesterday.

INTRODUCTION 1. “This is the day the LORD has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it” (Ps. 118:24). Jesus repeated this verse. a. A day planned. God has a plan for this day. Have you prayed for it? Do you know God’s will for today? What will you do for God? b. A day ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:24

Denomination: Baptist

Where Do I Find Hope When I’m Struggling? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 27, 2018

Encouragement for when we are in the midst of struggles.

Where Do I Find Hope When I’m Struggling? 1. Hardships are not unusual. - 2 Corinthians 1:8-9a. - There can be resentment in our relationship with God when hard times come. “Doesn’t God love me?” “Why is God allowing this?” It can lead us to question God. - This is particularly true if we’ve ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Calms The Storm Lesson 17 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 28, 2018

What is Your Storm?

What Is Your Storm? 1. Why did Jesus not want to be king? a. They wanted a military king. b. Jesus wants to rule our hearts. c. Jesus is building a spiritual kingdom. 2. Why does the Lord send you into the storm? • His purpose is not to keep you from storms (trouble) but to grow you in the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:46

Denomination: Baptist

I Will Be Confident Series

Contributed by Ian Whitmore on Aug 1, 2024

There are going to be battles in our life that may seem unwinnable. Wars that may seem lost. Struggles that seem insurmountable. But in God we can find our confidence to push through. In God we can find rest. In God we can find deliverance. In God we can find our salvation.

Text: Psalm 27 You know when I was a kid I struggled with confidence. Even today at time I struggle with my confidence. But when I was a kid that lack of confidence created this fear in me. I always feared that I would do something wrong or that what I did wasn’t going to be good enough. No one ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Avoiding Quicksand

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Nov 8, 2022

Quicksand is falling into struggles that we cannot get out off in our own strength.

Avoiding Quicksand James 1:22-1:25 Matthew 7:24-7:28 Good morning to those that are listening to us online-welcome to service. We are glad you’re here. Prayer- Please turn to Matthew 7:24-28 Matthew Chapters 5-7 is what is called “The Beatitudes”- Jesus preaching series that was the best to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-28

Denomination: Nazarene

God's Prayer Agenda (Pt 1) Series

Contributed by Art Campbell on Mar 14, 2022

When we understand God’s agenda for prayer our prayer life will be enriched.

In our recent Discipleship Survey it was exciting to see that a majority of us here at BBC pray at least once per week. Some of you are pretty spiritual - over 40% pray at least 4 days a week! But looking at this chart it also appears that a bunch of people still struggle with prayer. A quarter ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Being Prepared For Battle Series

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 18, 2022

How do you prepare yourself for an impending struggle/altercation?

In chapter 1, we see God's charge to Joshua and how he prepares the people to enter the Promised Land. In chapter 2, we learn how Rahab protects the spies. In chapter 3, the children of Israel cross the Jordan River. In chapter 4, the people build a monument to God. In chapter 5, the nation of ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Fighting For A Life PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Seeking security and significance outside of God is futile, and we should instead trust in God's promises and presence to lead us into His best.

Good morning, church family! Today we are going to dive into two passages from Genesis. We'll be looking at Genesis 25:21-26 and Genesis 28:13-15, focusing on the futility of fighting for security and success without God, the struggle for significance and security in life, and trusting God to bring ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:21-26, Genesis 28:13-15

Topics: Struggle, Security, Success

Keep Praying For Justice Against Your Adversary

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Oct 25, 2010

The platitude, 'Just keep praying,' seldom helps us in our struggle to persist in prayer. What encourage does the parable of the unjust judge give?

Text: Luke 18:1-8 Theme: Keep Praying for Justice against Your Adversary Season: Pentecost 22c Date: October 24, 2010 Web page: http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/Keep-Praying-for-Justice-against-Your-Adversary-Luke18_1-8.html Grace and peace to you from God our Father and our Lord and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran