Sermons on stumblingblock to the weak: showing 181-195 of 37,855

The Formula For Spiritual Victory

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jun 13, 2018

A message sharing the keys to success in the work of the church.

“The Formula for Spiritual Victory” Exodus 17:8-16 Exodus 17:11 And it came to pass, when Moses held up his hand, that Israel prevailed: and when he let down his hand, Amalek prevailed. 12 But Moses' hands were heavy; and they took a stone, and put it under him, and he sat thereon; and Aaron and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-16

Denomination: Baptist

Hopelessness In Despair

Contributed by Steve Woods (Pastor Woody) on Mar 19, 2019

When you have a feeling of hopelessness and in despair, remember the Love of God and how He never abandon's or forsakes you.

With all that we have faced so far together, I wanted to make sure all my Brothers and Sisters remember one thing… do not lose hope! We have been riddled with sickness, disease, death and despair within this past year. Much sadness has been felt by all and many tears have been shed. As ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Bragging Rights

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jul 3, 2009

If we must boast, boast in the sufficiency of God’s grace.

Title: Bragging Rights Text: II Corinthians 12:2-10 Thesis: If we must boast, boast in the sufficiency of God’s grace. Introduction Our story today reminds me of an incident told in E.M. Bounds’ book “On Prayer.” The storyteller said he woke one morning to the sound of hounds on the hunt. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Take Pleasure, He’s In Control.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Nov 8, 2020

Paul wrote maybe the most interesting book of the NT—2 Corinthians. In fact, I had the privilege of hearing Doctor Archibald Hart. He spent 3 hours speaking on 2 Corinthians, In this 3 hour didactic...

Take Pleasure, He’s In Control. 2 Corinthians 12:7-10NKJV A couple was celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary. They had both been exemplary people. Suddenly an angel appeared in front of them; “I have come to grant each of you one request: what have you always wished for?” The woman smiled ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10, 2 Corinthians 11:21-28

Denomination: Church Of God

Four Strenghts In Vlunerability Series

Contributed by Rev. Timothy Porter on Feb 8, 2021

Your vulnerability is not a weakness. In fact, vulnerability is a strength!

“God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.” James 4:6 (NLT) Your vulnerability is not a weakness. In fact, vulnerability is a strength! God can take your vulnerabilities and make you spiritually empowered, emotionally healed, relationally attractive, and formed for leadership. Here’s ...read more

Scripture: James 4:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus - The Priest Of Priests

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Feb 9, 2022

God has declared you a priest unto him. Although, we are flesh and blood with flaws and faults; God made Jesus our high priest in heaven to intercede for us. He knows all about our troubles struggles and weaknesses and is able and willing to help us fulfil our priestly roles effectively.

TEXT: Hebrews 4:14-16 (NLT) "So then, since we have a great High Priest who has entered heaven, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold firmly to what we believe.This High Priest of ours understands our weaknesses, for he faced all of the same testings we do, yet he did not sin.So let us come boldly ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:14-16, Hebrews 5:1, Revelation 1:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

I'm Weak But I'm Anointed

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Feb 22, 2022

There may be something that stops you in your tracks. You will come to a point in your Christian walk where you stop and look up to heaven and ask God why me and maybe even do you even care.

I’m Weak but I’m Anointed By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. SCRIPTURE: - 2 Samuel 3:39 says, “And I am this day weak, though anointed king…”. PRAYER: - OPENING: - Icy-Hot, Large-Shrimp, Bitter-Sweet, Same-Difference, and Orderly-Confusion. These are common oxymorons. An oxymoron is a figure ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 3:39

Denomination: Apostolic

What Am I To Do? Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Sep 4, 2020

And I can tell you that in 2020, that question “what am I to do” keeps popping up for me. It is a recurring question in my life as Pastor of Bala Chitto Baptist Church.

INTRODUCTION If you are like me, you probably have asked yourself the question, “WHAT AM I TO DO?” many times over the span of your lifetime. You know those times when that question comes to your mind. Times when you find yourself in a situation where you are over your head, you don’t know which ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Insults & Pain Season

Contributed by Bala Samson on May 12, 2023

I am pleased and happy with weaknesses, insults, persecutions….said Apostle Paul, who would want to say such crazy stuff; however, if only we knew the ramifications of the insults and persecutions then I guess our prayer model would change.

Insults & pain season 2 Corinthians 12:10”Therefore I am well content with weaknesses, with insults, with distresses, with persecutions, with difficulties, for Christ's sake; for when I am weak, then I am strong.” I am pleased and happy with weaknesses, insults, persecutions….said Apostle ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

When I Am Weak I Am Strong

Contributed by Clement Swarnappa on Jul 15, 2023

Everybody has weakness less - Not the character or moral weaknesses -- but Human limitations -

2 Corinthians 12 New International Version (NIV) Paul’s Vision and His Thorn 12 I must go on boasting. Although there is nothing to be gained, I will go on to visions and revelations from the Lord. 2 I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago was caught up to the third heaven. Whether it was ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"don't Sweat The Small Stuff"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Sep 13, 2023

A sermon about overcoming conflict within the church.

“Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff” Romans 14:1-12 There’s a story about Ruth Graham, who was the wife of the famous evangelist, Billy Graham. Ruth Graham, dressed and made up as it seemed fitting for any American woman in the 1970’s attended a luncheon with the wives of pastors in Germany. These ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

A Thorn In The Flesh

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Apr 21, 2022

Paul had a thorn in the flesh, a messenger from Satan sent to buffet him. God allowed it to keep him humble. God used the weakness in Paul's life to show His mighty power and majesty. God is able to turn our weaknesses to strengths if we surrender to Him.

TEXT: 2 Corinthians 12:7-9 "And lest I should be exalted above measure through the abundance of the revelations, there was given to me a thorn in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I should be exalted above measure. For this thing I besought the Lord thrice, that it might ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-9, 2 Corinthians 4:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Embracing Vulnerability PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 26, 2024

Emphasizes the importance of humility, healing, and hope in our Christian journey, and how these truths can lead to spiritual growth and maturity.

Good morning, dear friends. It's a beautiful day that the Lord has made, and we are here to rejoice and be glad in it. As we gather here today, I want to invite you to open your hearts and minds to a message that is as timeless as the Gospel itself, yet as pertinent as the morning headlines. Our ...read more

Scripture: James 4:6, James 5:16, Luke 6:20-22, Hebrews 2:10

Topics: Strength, Sharing Weakness

Uncomfortable Grace PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 14, 2024

This sermon explores embracing our brokenness and weaknesses as opportunities to experience and showcase God's power and grace in our lives.

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. It is a joy to be standing here today, in the house of our Lord, ready to share His divine word with you. We are gathered here, not because we are perfect, but because we are imperfect, yet we are loved by a perfect God. We are here because we are broken, yet ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Topics: God's Power, Weakness

Have A Nice Trip? Being Stumbling Blocks

Contributed by Pat Cook on Aug 31, 2004

I looked topically at what being a stumbling-block is, and the implications. Didn’t answer a lot of questions, but it makes a listener think anyway.

Have a Nice Trip? Being Stumbling Blocks Example: 2 youth ministers giving out Bibles at a porn retailers convention Example: my buying booze or fishing on Sunday What is a stumbling block? LEV 19:14 - " `Do not curse the deaf or put a stumbling block in front of the blind, but fear your God. I ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-23

Denomination: Baptist