Overcoming By Faith Sermons Online

In this sermon, Pastor Rick challenges believers to examine how far they are willing to go and how much they are willing to surrender in order to experience the future God has for them. Through the life of Abraham and the principle of giving found in Luke 6:38, this message reveals that sacrifice, courage, obedience, and surrender often precede increase, breakthrough, and divine reward.

In this sermon, Pastor Rick challenges believers to examine how far they are willing to go in obedience to God and whether they are prepared to fight through discomfort or surrender to difficult assignments. He emphasizes that God’s path may not always be the easiest route, but humility and submission position us for divine direction and purpose.

In this sermon, Pastor Rick shares his personal birthday testimony, revealing how blind spots in life can limit growth and how God uses exposure and frustration to bring clarity and transformation. He teaches that true independence comes through responsibility, knowledge, and the right relationships, while warning against unhealthy dependence and religious pride that distort spiritual vision.

In this sermon, Pastor Rick teaches how man’s original fall was rooted in an unhealthy relationship that distorted God’s truth and led to dependence, fear, and separation from God. He reveals how one decision reshaped humanity’s identity, relationship with God, and future, while also pointing to God’s redemptive plan through Christ.

In this sermon, Pastor Rick teaches that God’s original design for humanity was rooted in empowerment, dominion, and intentional independence rather than dependency. He reveals how misplaced dependence—especially through cultural norms and financial habits—creates limitation, while embracing God’s design restores freedom, responsibility, and long-term stability.

This sermon, The Consequences of A Bad Choice, reveals how a single decision can ripple across families, generations, and the future, ultimately shaping destinies beyond the individual. It emphasizes that while one act of disobedience brought sin into the world, one act of obedience through Jesus Christ brought justification, offering hope that our choices today still have the power to impact lives for the better.

This sermon, The Consequences of Our Sin, reveals how sin creates separation from God and leads to spiritual consequences that only Jesus can resolve. It highlights that through justification, reconciliation, and salvation, believers are restored, protected from wrath, and brought into a right relationship with God.

In this sermon, Pastor Rick challenges believers to confront hidden disappointment by examining the life of Judas, revealing that silent dishonesty—not sudden betrayal—leads to spiritual downfall. He emphasizes that unspoken expectations, unmet ambitions, and private frustrations can open the door to compromise, making honesty with God essential for true transformation.

In this sermon, Dr. Ricky Temple challenges us to confront the honest trajectory of our lives by examining current patterns and asking whether we are becoming relevant through change or drifting toward irrelevance through denial. Through the book of Acts and God’s promise in Exodus, he reveals that spiritual growth, structural integrity, and personal honesty determine the pace and power of our future.

In this sermon, Don’t Reject the Truth, Pastor Rick Temple teaches how God challenges us to confront the truth that stretches our assumptions, pride, and comfort zones, just as Peter did with Cornelius and the Gentiles. Through Acts 10:44–48, the message calls believers to remain open to God’s movement, embrace necessary change, and avoid rejecting truth simply because it disrupts familiar thinking.

In this sermon, Pastor Rick teaches how telling the truth—especially when it’s uncomfortable—is essential for building a future that lasts. Through Peter’s encounter in Acts 10, he reveals how God confronts blind spots, challenges cultural bias, and calls believers to embrace truth that leads to unity, growth, and lasting transformation.

In this sermon, Pastor Rick addresses the pressure many believers feel to never be enough. Teaching from Jesus’ words about salt and light, he reminds us that identity is declared by God before performance and that faithfulness—not comparison—is the true measure of success.

In this sermon, Pastor Rick exposes how retaliation and unresolved conflict keep believers trapped in cycles that damage their future. Through Jesus’ command to love our enemies, he shows that forgiveness is not weakness but spiritual strength and freedom.

In this sermon, Pastor Rick challenges us to confront the private issues we pretend are under control. Through Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 5 and the life of Samson, he reveals how unmanaged anger and lust begin privately but eventually demand public consequences.

In this sermon, Pastor Rick teaches that spiritual growth begins with honest self-assessment, not outward behavior. Using Matthew 5 and the life of Saul, he reveals how refusing to confront our attitude quietly undermines leadership, clarity, and long-term purpose.

In this New Year’s Eve message, Pastor Rick challenges us to examine how far we are truly willing to go with our focus, faith, heart, and resources. He confronts the danger of settling, shrinking back, or looking behind us, and calls us to move forward with unwavering commitment to God’s purpose.

In this New Year’s Eve message, Pastor Rick challenges us to examine how far we are truly willing to go with our focus, faith, heart, and resources in following Christ. Through Scripture and reflection, he confronts the danger of settling, shrinking back, or walking away when obedience begins to cost us.

In this Sabbath discussion, Pastor Rick challenges us to reconsider the views we hold about leadership, submission, money, and the future. He teaches that the questions we ask God reveal the beliefs shaping our decisions and direction.

In this Christmas message, Pastor Rick teaches that worship begins with a heart of reverence for Christ and a renewed appreciation for who He is. He challenges us to evaluate the sincerity of our worship and to approach God with humility, honor, and deep gratitude.

What Are We Asking God About Our Money?

Pastor Rick invites us to honestly examine what we are truly asking God regarding our marriages and relationships. He challenges us to reflect on how our desires, expectations, and communication impact the strength and spiritual health of our connections.

Pastor Rick invites us to honestly examine what we are truly asking God regarding our marriages and relationships. He challenges us to reflect on how our desires, expectations, and communication impact the strength and spiritual health of our connections.

In this two-part teaching from the series Why Don’t I Have What I Want?, Pastor Rick explores how both our thinking and our lifestyle play a major role in shaping our future. Part 1, “The Way You Think,” reveals how we often settle in mental “Haran moments,” limiting ourselves long before circumstances do. God calls us to renew our minds, challenge inherited patterns, and believe beyond what we can see so we can move toward His best. Part 2, “The Way You Live,” shows how our habits, choices, and daily decisions reflect our faith and influence our long-term results. Abraham’s life reminds us that lifestyle matters—our shortcuts, conflicts, and consistency impact not only us but generations after us. This message will help you examine both your thoughts and your habits so you can step into the life God designed for you.

In this two-part teaching from the series Why Don’t I Have What I Want?, Pastor Rick explores how both our thinking and our lifestyle play a major role in shaping our future. Part 1, “The Way You Think,” reveals how we often settle in mental “Haran moments,” limiting ourselves long before circumstances do. God calls us to renew our minds, challenge inherited patterns, and believe beyond what we can see so we can move toward His best. Part 2, “The Way You Live,” shows how our habits, choices, and daily decisions reflect our faith and influence our long-term results. Abraham’s life reminds us that lifestyle matters—our shortcuts, conflicts, and consistency impact not only us but generations after us. This message will help you examine both your thoughts and your habits so you can step into the life God designed for you.

This sermon, "The Way You Face Your Issues", challenges listeners to confront hidden truths rather than avoid them. Pastor Rick shows how Abraham’s test with Isaac revealed his priorities and deepened his faith, proving that freedom begins where truth is faced.

This sermon, The Way You Build Culture, explains how the atmosphere we create around us determines whether our homes, teams, and ministries thrive or struggle. Pastor Rick highlights Abraham’s example as a cultural leader who trained, prepared, and instilled faith in his household.

This sermon, The Way You Live, reveals how Abraham’s lifestyle choices affected generations. Pastor Rick teaches that the way we live — our habits, conflicts, and worship patterns — not only determines our peace today but also shapes the legacy we leave tomorrow.

This sermon, The Way You Think, explores how Abraham’s delayed obedience and mental patterns shaped his destiny. Pastor Rick emphasizes that our thoughts can trap us in “Haran moments” — places of comfort that keep us from God’s best — until we renew our minds and move in faith.

Your life is always moving toward a destination. If you do not plan on purpose, you will drift by accident. God calls us to count the cost, commit our ways to Him, and walk in His direction for our lives.

In this sermon, Pastor Rick shows how the people and voices you allow in your life are never neutral—they either pull you off course or propel you toward God’s purpose. He gives practical questions for discernment and biblical examples of right and wrong influences.

In this sermon, Pastor Rick Temple teaches how your core beliefs about yourself shape your words, choices, and outcomes—and why anchoring identity in God’s Word leads to lasting transformation. He challenges you to reject labels handed down by others, renew your mind, and boldly agree with what God says about you.

In this sermon, Pastor Rick Temple teaches how your core beliefs about yourself shape your words, choices, and outcomes—and why anchoring identity in God’s Word leads to lasting transformation. He challenges you to reject labels handed down by others, renew your mind, and boldly agree with what God says about you.

This sermon, The Power of the Hunger of Zacchaeus, reveals how his determination to see Jesus pushed past limitations, social norms, and personal flaws to bring transformation and salvation to his household. It emphasizes that true spiritual hunger attracts God’s attention, leads to lasting change, and impacts generations.

This sermon, The Power of Caleb’s Hunger, highlights how Caleb’s faith and determination remained strong even at 85, proving that true hunger for God defies age, delays, and challenges. His boldness to claim the promise of Hebron shows that persistent hunger impacts not only our lives but also future generations

This sermon, The Power of Caleb’s Hunger, highlights how Caleb’s faith and determination remained strong even at 85, proving that true hunger for God defies age, delays, and challenges. His boldness to claim the promise of Hebron shows that persistent hunger impacts not only our lives but also future generations

This message, The Power of David’s Hunger (Part 2), explores how David’s spiritual hunger drove him to fight battles, overcome criticism, endure jealousy, and remain faithful under pressure. His example shows that true hunger for God sustains us through trials, keeps our hearts humble, and strengthens our resolve to follow Him

This sermon emphasizes the spiritual principle that true hunger for God and righteousness leads to fulfillment and transformation. Using biblical examples and practical parallels, it challenges listeners to see hunger as a divine push toward growth, change, and new seasons of provision.

This sermon reminds us that in every season of life’s issues, God sees and hears us, and by inviting Him into the process, trusting Him, and taking responsibility to rise, walk, and move forward, we can believe our way through challenges into His deliverance

“Have you ever prayed… and God said absolutely nothing? Today we’re going to talk about why heaven can go silent — and what that silence might be saying to you.”

Have you returned to a bad habit?

How do you handle criticism?

Big Question: What is your responsibility after you hear from God? Side Question: Have you heard from God? What did He say or teach you?

Has your environment limited your faith?

Balancing Thought: You will never see everything perfectly. You will always grow in your ability to see. You will always walk by faith and not by sight. Statement: Some people never get beyond their limitations because they are not prepared to mature and grow.

You will never see everything perfectly. You will always grow in your ability to see; you will always be walking by faith and not by sight.

Question: Will the people you are partnered with help you get past your limitations? In this sermon, Pastor Rick teaches that you can’t fulfill your calling alone—you must form intentional partnerships that help you rise above your limitations. Using the story of the two blind men and examples like Paul and other biblical figures, he shows how faith-filled collaboration and entrepreneurial courage can unlock God’s purpose for your life.

Big Question: What can’t you see in your future? Side Question: What will you NEVER become based on what you see now?

Big Question: Do you have the resources to build your own Ark? Big Statement: God will not build you an Ark. He did not build one for Noah.

Big Question: Do you have the resources to build your own Ark? Big Statement: God will not build you an Ark. He did not build one for Noah.

Big Question: Do you have the resources to build your own Ark? Big Statement: God will not build you an Ark. He did not build one for Noah.