Sermons on Success Through Struggles:

Breaking Through Baptism

Contributed by Bruce Lee on May 28, 2025

Imagine with me…, that you are in the crowd of people gathered at the edge of the Jordan River witnessing John the Baptist and others as they wade out into the water to be baptized.

“Breaking Through Baptism” And so John the Baptist appeared in the wilderness, preaching a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins. 5 The whole Judean countryside and all the people of Jerusalem went out to him. Confessing their sins, they were baptized by him in the Jordan River. 6 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:4-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Strength Through Humility

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Jul 7, 2014

The world thinks humility is pious weakness, whereas the bible says it is strength through submission, in fact true humility results in power, and honour and glory and majesty and strength. Who would not want that?

Genesis 24:34-38, 42-49, 58-67 Psalm 45: 11-18 Romans 7:15-25a Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30 “Please join me in my prayer.” Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of our hearts, be acceptable in your sight, O Lord, our strength, and our redeemer. Amen. (Ps. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:16-30

Denomination: Episcopal

Shaped Through Trials

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024

It’s the journey, not just the destination, that’s important. Let your trials be a blessing to you.

Opening illustration: If there is any such thing as a universal question, it may be this: Why are all these trials in my life? This is not a new question; generations of children have asked it. They have then grown into adults who must answer the same question when their children ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Persevering Through Trials

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Oct 9, 2004

The theme of this sermon is that as we "keep our eyes fixed on Jesus" we will persevere through all our trials and as a result be enabled by the Holy Spirit to minister to others.

“PERSEVERING THROUGH TRIALS” --James 1:2-12 and Hebrews 12:1-3 Gianni Poli of Italy won the 1986 New York Marathon in 2:11:06. On March 2, 2003, Mark Yatich of Kenya won the Los Angels Marathon in 2:09:52. To me, however, the real hero of both marathons was the man who finished dead last in ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-12

Denomination: Methodist

Peace Through The Cross

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Oct 29, 2006

Reconciliation doesn’t come easy. It didn’t come easy for Jesus who died to reconcile us to God.

“Peace Through the Cross”-Sermon for CATM October 29, 2006 He was imprisoned in 1964 for fighting against injustice and racism. He was released 1990 because foreign governments pressured an evil regime to reform with severe economic sanctions. He was a hero, a pace-setter. He was voted president ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Success Of King David - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Dag Heward-Mills on Oct 23, 2010

A step by step study of the life of David, and what made him one of the most successful men of all times.

THE SUCCESS OF DAVID PART 1 Was David Successful? David was one of the most respected kings of all time. He was also a great psalmist and prophet. Above all, he was a man after God's own heart. Surely, that is a description of success. I believe that David achieved great success in his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Power Through Prayer

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Aug 22, 2016

Church, we need to be able to get a hold of the Lord. We need that as individuals and we need that as a church. The only way that will ever happen is for us to come together like the early church and make seeking God our priority

POWER THROUGH PRAYER Study Text: Matthew 17:21 Introduction: - Power is the ability to get things done. This means that without power, we are helpless. This is why we need to have our spirit empowered for triumph. - Therefore, we must take spiritual responsibility to increase our levels of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Even Great Faith Struggles With Hard Truths

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Feb 6, 2009

Job illustrates the answer to, "what is reality".

Even Great Faith Struggles with Hard Truths! Job 14 Scripture Introduction: Please turn with me to Job 14. Have you ever experienced a run in with reality? The reality that life is tough and no matter what you do it remains tough… Have you noticed that your body is decaying and you can’t stop ...read more

Scripture: Job 14:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Success Is Not What Some Folks Think It Is Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 20, 2019

Jesus "walked ahead of them" - figuratively, FAR ahead of His disciples in understanding His mission, and ours --- having been called to serve rather than be served. Got it now? Well, then, follow His example!

GOOD NEWS PRESENTED BY MARK Study of the Gospel According to Mark As you read Mark, be aware that you are reading the very first written account of the ministry of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:32-45

Love Through The Storm Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Jan 20, 2008

Trust is an essential element in any relationship, including our relationship with God. Here Jesus teaches his followers to trust God more.

Following Jesus through the Storm Jesus said that the single greatest command is to love God with all your heart, soul, strength, and mind—to have a genuine loving relationship with him. Most people, I think, would agree that trust is one of the central pillars supporting any loving relationship. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Christian Church

Worship Through Singing Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Sep 22, 2012

Worship is demonstrated and expressed in many different ways. We have talked about a couple of different ways already, but the one everyone thinks of when they think of worship is singing. Why does God want us to worship Him through singing?

Worship through Singing Ephesians 5:19 - Speak to one another with psalms, hymns and spiritual songs. Sing and make music in your heart to the Lord . Colossians 3:16 - Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Faith To See It Through Series

Contributed by Grant Van Boeschoten on Nov 7, 2007

When everyone around him saw insurmountable Giants, Joshua saw the Promise of God. He modeled for us how Faith is essential to realizing God’s promises and plans for our lives.

The Faith to See it Through Grant van Boeschoten November 4, 2007 I have heard it said that you cannot determine a man’s greatness by his wealth and ability, but rather by what it takes to discourage him. I hope that I am not talking to a discouraged people this morning. And today, I want ...read more

Through A Child's Ears

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 31, 2011

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THROUGH A CHILD’S EARS (1 SAMUEL 3) In The Last Days Newsletter, Leonard Ravenhill tells about a group of tourists visiting a picturesque village who walked by an old man sitting beside a fence. In a rather patronizing way, one tourist asked, "Were any great men born in this village?" The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Narnia: Through The Wardrobe Series

Contributed by Glenn Teal on Dec 7, 2005

Week 1 on the Chronicles of Narnia -- Through the Wardrobe focuses on the world beyond the one we can see and feel -- the realm of the Spirit.

Today we exploring the connections between what has been called the greatest story ever told – the true story of Jesus Christ and His very real role in history – and one of the most enjoyable children’s stories ever written: “The Chronicles of Narnia”. There really is a connection between these ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-16

Denomination: Free Methodist

Greatness Through Servanthood Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 8, 2024

The Bible talks less about what makes a great leader than it does about what makes a great servant. What is it about God's leaders that requires them to be servants of others?

Today we are putting a man's name into consideration as a future Elder. I hadn't actually planned a sermon on Eldership (the sermon series I'm preaching through is something I'm working with other preachers on) but the text seemed to be a good groundwork for understanding what ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ