Overcoming By Faith Sermons Online

In this sermon, Pastor Rick begins the Facing Our Level series by teaching that the Parable of the Ten Virgins challenges every believer to choose the level of wisdom at which they will live through spiritual preparation and sound judgment. He emphasizes that wise people prepare for the future by applying God's truth, while foolish people react to circumstances and often discover that some respons...

In this sermon, Pastor Rick teaches that building a lasting life requires continual spiritual progress, challenging believers to move beyond simply gaining control, discovering purpose, and bearing fruit by intentionally growing in their capacity, character, and kingdom impact. He reminds us that God never intended for us to settle or compare ourselves to others, but to keep becoming all He design...

In this sermon, Pastor Rick teaches that a fruitful father is measured not by what he owns or achieves, but by the lasting value he produces in the lives of others through vision, faithfulness, integrity, forgiveness, truth, and provision. Using Joseph’s life as an example, he challenges fathers and believers alike to remain fruitful even in seasons of suffering, trusting God to use their lives fo...

In this sermon, Pastor Rick teaches that a fruitful father is measured not by what he owns or achieves, but by the lasting value he produces in the lives of others through vision, faithfulness, integrity, forgiveness, truth, and provision. Using Joseph’s life as an example, he challenges fathers and believers alike to remain fruitful even in seasons of suffering, trusting God to use their lives fo...

In this sermon, Pastor Rick teaches that lasting fulfillment comes from discovering and pursuing God's purpose rather than chasing temporary success, relationships, possessions, or achievements. Using Jeremiah 29:11 and the life lessons of Solomon, he challenges believers to align their lives with God's assignment, recognize the influences shaping their purpose, and evaluate whether they are produ...

In this sermon, Pastor Rick teaches that real freedom is not doing whatever we want, but living the life God designed through self-control, purpose, fruitfulness, and continual progress. Drawing from God’s original design for humanity and Jesus’ call to discipleship, he challenges believers to take responsibility for their lives, overcome what keeps them stuck, and build a future that lasts accord...

In this sermon, Pastor Ricky Temple teaches that temptation begins as an internal test of desire and becomes dangerous when ignored, explaining how unmanaged blind spots can pull believers away from God’s design and into destructive cycles. He emphasizes that resisting temptation not only strengthens spiritual maturity and personal discipline, but also helps break generational struggles, positions...

In this sermon, Pastor Ricky Temple teaches that temptation begins as an internal test of desire and becomes dangerous when ignored, explaining how unmanaged blind spots can pull believers away from God’s design and into destructive cycles. He emphasizes that resisting temptation not only strengthens spiritual maturity and personal discipline, but also helps break generational struggles, positions...

This sermon, How Far Will I Go?/How Much Will I Surrender? (Will I Last?), focuses on God’s power to keep believers from stumbling and the importance of protecting oneself spiritually, emotionally, and mentally. Pastor Rick emphasizes practical reflection on personal rituals, routines, and scriptures that help sustain faith while encouraging believers to trust God to preserve them through change,...

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 live...

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 fut...

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 thinkin...

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 in following Christ. Through Scripture and reflection, he confronts the danger of settling, shrinking back, or walking away when obedience begins to cost us.