World Challenge Sermons

David Wilkerson uses the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the book of Daniel to illustrate how believers can bring Christ into their crises. These men made three commitments: to live undefiled lives in the midst of a wicked society, to be seekers of God through prayer, and to trust God completely, even if he chooses not to deliver them. When believers make these same commitments, Christ will come to them in their crises and walk with them through their trials.

https://wcm.link/s240612c

In this sermon, Gary Wilkerson uses the story from Acts 3 about Peter and John healing a lame man to illustrate the glory of God. He emphasizes that God's glory is not just for special occasions but can be experienced daily by all Christians. He encourages the church to cling to God, seek His presence, and allow His glory to transform their lives. He also highlights the importance of unity in the church, stating that God's glory is more evident when believers come together in love and agreement.

Podcast show notes: https://wcm.link/s240609c

Joshua West delves into the concluding verses of 1 John, highlighting the unshakeable promises that God has given to believers. By examining 1 John 5:13-21, the sermon emphasizes the certainty of eternal life for those who believe in Jesus Christ, the assurance that God hears and answers prayers according to His will, and the victory over sin that believers should experience. The message encourages Christians to anchor their lives in these eternal truths, ensuring they remain steadfast amidst life's uncertainties and to guard against idolatry.

https://wcm.link/s240605c

In this sermon, Gary Wilkerson discusses how the devil accuses and deceives us, leading to feelings of worthlessness and inadequacy. He emphasizes the importance of being aware of these attacks, rejecting the lies, and instead agreeing with and affirming what God says about our value, purpose, and identity in Christ. Gary encourages Christians to spend time with Jesus, allowing His truth to heal their hearts and enable them to live out their calling to love and serve others.

https://wcm.link/s240602c

John Bailey speaks about the necessity of living under the guidance of the Holy Spirit. He highlights the internal conflict between the flesh and the spirit that every believer experiences. Using Galatians 5 as a foundation, John Bailey explains that walking in step with the Holy Spirit leads to a life filled with the fruits of the Spirit, contrasting it with the destructive behaviors of living in the flesh. He encourages Christians to live cheerfully and generously, driven by a genuine desire to please God rather than out of obligation. Ultimately, he calls for a deep surrender to God's will, urging the church to seek the all-sufficient power of Christ in their lives.

https://wcm.link/s240529c

In this transformative sermon Gary Wilkerson delves into Psalm 39, discussing the relationship between shame and anger. He emphasizes that unresolved shame often leads to anger and turmoil in relationships. He encourages Christians to bring their shame and anger before God, allowing Him to heal their hearts and replace those negative emotions with joy and peace. He reminds us that life is short and should be spent pursuing growth, maturity, and loving others deeply, rather than remaining stuck in cycles of conflict.

https://wcm.link/s240526c

In this sermon, David Wilkerson emphasizes that the Holy Spirit was sent to continue Christ’s work of redemption by convicting the world of sin and empowering believers to be witnesses. He warns against ignorance of the Holy Spirit’s true purpose, the abuse of spiritual gifts, and false teachings that deny Christ’s deity. Christians must test all things against Scripture, maintain a passion for God’s Word and prayer, and allow the Holy Spirit to give them a burden for reaching the lost.

https://wcm.link/s961027ac

In this powerful sermon based on Luke 7:11-17, Gary Wilkerson emphasizes Jesus’ compassion and miraculous power as he interrupts a funeral procession at the city gate to raise a widow's only son from the dead. By vividly illustrating the stark contrast between the mournful procession leaving the city and the joyful caravan entering it with Jesus, Gary Wilkerson encourages believers to be sensitive to the pain and sorrow around them and to boldly confront despair with the authority of Christ. This sermon inspires us to pick a fight against adversity, have unwavering faith in God's ability to heal, and confidently embrace the power of the Holy Spirit to bring transformation to individuals, families, and communities.

https://wcm.link/s170609c

In this exhortative sermon, Joshua West explains that those who genuinely believe that Jesus is the Christ and Son of God are born of God and will overcome the world. He outlines three key evidences of being born of God: confessing Jesus as the Christ, loving God and fellow believers, and obeying God's commandments out of love rather than burden. Christians overcome the world not by their own works, but through faith in Christ's completed work on the cross. Joshua West also highlights the unique testimony of the Spirit, water, and blood that affirms Jesus' divinity and sacrificial death. Eternal life is found exclusively in Jesus Christ, and those who put their faith in Him will lose their life for His sake but ultimately gain true, everlasting life.

https://wcm.link/s240515c

In this sermon, Gary Wilkerson shares the story of Leah from Genesis 29 to illustrate how praise has the final word in our lives, even when we face rejection, loneliness, and difficult circumstances. He emphasizes that while it's important to have close relationships and feel loved by others, our deepest needs can only be met by God Himself. This message encourages Christians to fight for their praise, recognizing that the enemy wants to steal it away. No matter what challenges come, believers can choose to continually praise God, knowing that He sees them, hears them, and will never abandon them. Praising God amid trials demonstrates our faith and trust in Him.

https://wcm.link/s220220c