Sermons on Assailants:

Stand Your Ground

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 27, 2005

examining persecution and what we are called to do when we face it.

Stand your Ground – Heb 10:32-39 Gladstone Baptist Church – 12/9/04 pm Read From Jesus Freak p. 167 - Tsehay Tolessa - Ethiopia circa 1980s "They forced my hands under my knees and tied them there. Then they put a stick through these ropes and hung me upside down. They filled my mouth with dirty ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:32-39

Denomination: Baptist

Mercy In The Midst Of Madness

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Sep 13, 2007

Just like stubborn and rebellious Israel of old, we do not deserve God’s grace and mercy. But in spite of ourselves, God is always ready to extend His mercy to us; especially in the midst of life’s increasing madness.

Mercy In The Midst Of Madness Text: Ps.61: 3-4; Ps.103: 2, 4-5; Isa.41: 13 Intro: Last night, as I bowed my head in prayer to God, I began to share with the Lord the burdens that were weighing heavily upon my heart. It was not long before hot tears began to flow down my face, as I poured out ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

Standing Alone In The Gap Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 2, 2012

In this first lesson we are introduced to Elijah and to what was taking place when God called him.

Introduction: A. On Friday, this past week, I was still working out at Camp Hunt, and I sent Mike a text message with the title and text for today’s sermon: “Standing Alone in the Gap.” 1. Mike quickly texted me back: “Is the sermon about shopping alone at the Gap for ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Must I Do: Seek Peace

Contributed by Ken Pell on Oct 1, 2013

Harmony in relationships requires us to check our tongue, watch our step, and mind our manners (1 Peter 3:10 & 11).

WHAT MUST I DO? SEEK PEACE WITH ONE ANOTHER 1 PETER 3:8-17 Big idea: Living in harmony requires us to check our tongue, watch our step, and mind our manners. SERIES INTRO We are asking ourselves “What Must I Do?” and looking at the New Testament for answers. We have discovered that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-17

Denomination: Nazarene

Resources For Advancing God's Kingdom Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 25, 2015

Because God is advancing his kingdom, we must use the resources he has provided.

Scripture Today is a very special day in the life of the Tampa Bay Presbyterian Church. Jesus once said to his disciples, “The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few; therefore pray earnestly to the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into his harvest” (Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Run For Your Life Series

Contributed by Roy Newton on Apr 1, 2011

This sermon examines the second part of the sixth petition of our Lord’s Pattern for Prayer, "And don't let us yield to temptation, but rescue us from the evil one", seeking to explore how God helps us not to fall for Satan's schemes.

A PATTERN FOR PRAYER RUN FOR YOUR LIFE! "If you think you are standing strong, be careful not to fall. The temptations in your life are no different from what others experience. And God is faithful. He will not allow the temptation to be more than you can stand. When you are tempted, he will show ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Immensity Of God’s Resources

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 17, 2017

The raising of Christ from the dead was an awesome display of “power.” The "power" which He (God) exerted on that occasion was as great as that which He brought to bear during the six days of creation.

By: Tom Lowe Date: 2/5/17 Lesson 6: The Immensity of God’s Resources (1:20-23) Series: Paul's Letter to the Ephesians Ephesians 1:20-23 (NIV) 20 HE EXERTED WHEN HE RAISED CHRIST FROM THE DEAD AND SEATED HIM AT HIS RIGHT HAND IN ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

Peace In Uncertain Times (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 24, 2020

A radio message addressing the Coronavirus panic. Steps for the conscientious Christian to conquer the panic induced by fear.

David Jeremiah recently provided a brief message for his San Diego congregation. He spoke about how Christians should respond to the Coronavirus panic. [1] I intend to use these points for followers of the Christ in the order Pastor Jeremiah presented them in his encouraging message. I suspect ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27

Denomination: Baptist

You Can’t Take It With You

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Oct 25, 2019

A study in Psalm 49: 1 – 20

Psalm 49: 1 – 20 You can’t take it with you To the Chief Musician. A Psalm of the sons of Korah. 1 Hear this, all peoples; Give ear, all inhabitants of the world, 2 Both low and high, rich and poor together. 3 My mouth shall speak wisdom, and the meditation of my heart shall give understanding. 4 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 49:11

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Everything Falls Apart Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 12, 2021

The story of what happened in the Garden of Eden is important – powerfully important. And I want to make you aware at the outset, that this is not just the story of the wrongdoings of two people. No, it’s the story of how the first two people’s wrongdoing affects you and me.

We’re doing a series on God’s Big Story where we are tracing the central storyline of the Bible. The Bible isn’t a mass of unconnected stories. Instead, it is one story. And that is exactly the aim of this series – to see the big picture of the Bible. I want you to see the Bible is a single story. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-22, Romans 3:23, Romans 6:23

Denomination: Baptist

God's Forever Plan Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 12, 2021

Everything in history is moving according to His plan. To know there is a plan in the midst of a crisis is wonderfully reassuring.

Darren Goforth was a 10-year veteran of the Harris County Sheriff’s Office when he was murdered at a suburban Houston Chevron station just two Fridays ago. While many of us were busy heading out to enjoy Friday night football, authorities say the deputy was the victim of a “cold-blooded ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Baptist

Fire Insurance Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jun 23, 2021

The entrance described for Jesus Christ in the Bible at His Second coming will be bigger and grander than anything we have ever seen in a movie or imagined from a book or even speculated about and we should grow in faith while we wait.

FIRE INSURANCE 2 THESSALONIANS 1:1-12 #2Thessalonians1 INTRODUCTION/ILLUSTRATION… Grand Entrances denofgeek.com/movies/the-25-most-iconic-movie-entrances/ [adapted] Some entrances in movies are made to get your attention. The scene is a boat. Not just any boat, but a pirate ship. We see a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12, Revelation 19:11-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Saturday - The Day Of Darkness And Hopelessness Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 11, 2022

The biblical record of what took place on that Saturday between crucifixion Friday and resurrection Sunday is very brief. It was the Sabbath, and the disciples kept the Sabbath. There are important lessons for us to learn from what the disciples were surely going through on that dark Saturday.

A. There’s an old saying that goes “It’s always darkest before the dawn.” 1. The saying is meant to suggest that things always seem to get worse before they get better. 2. And the saying also suggests that the dawn will come, that we need to persevere through hard times, because things will get ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:55-56, Matthew 27:3-10, Matthew 27:62-66

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Fruit Of Peace Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 8, 2021

The goal of God is peace. He is the God of peace, and He sent the Prince of Peace to achieve that goal on the cross. Jesus did achieve it, and now in Him we are to be a people of peace.

I have a good number of books by Norman Vincent Peale, and almost every one of them has a chapter on peace. The reason is, Peale appeals to the masses and peace is a topic that has universal interest. Dante, centuries ago said, "I am seeking for that which every man seeks-Peace." Peace ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

The Fruit Of Patience Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 8, 2021

George Horne says, "Patience strengthens the spirit, sweetens the temper, stifles anger, extinguishes envy, subdues pride, bridles the tongue, restrains the hand, and tramples on temptation." In other words, it is the key to being like Jesus.

A young boy, who had reached the age where having a watch made life worth living, was bugging his parents to get him one. He was told he would have to wait until he was older. But he continued to beg for one until his whole family was sick of it. His father finally laid down the law and told him ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23