Sermons on Believing Against The Odds:

Three Threats Against The Family

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on May 24, 2017

There are threats against the biblical family that we should recognize

Introduction: Illustration “promiscuous Americans Illustration “A nation that embraces homosexuality will be destroyed” I. The Homosexual Agenda A. What does the Bible say about homosexuality? 1. In Leviticus 18:22 and 20:13 God’s word says it is an abomination to the Lord. 2. What ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 18:22, Deuteronomy 22:5, Psalm 51:5, Romans 8:38-39

Denomination: Baptist

Who Are You Fighting Against Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 25, 2015

When conflicts arise, ask these two questions: What is at stake, and what is in your heart?

Two men who lived in a small village got into a terrible dispute that they could not resolve. So they decided to talk to the town sage. The first man went to the wise man's home and told his version of what happened. When he finished, the sage said, "You're absolutely right." The next ...read more

Scripture: Judges 12:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"Joining The Struggle Against Evil"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 13, 2003

Joining the struggle against evil means taking up the Cross of Christ and following Him.

Mark 8:31-38 “Joining the Struggle Against Evil” By: Rev. Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA Jesus spoke plainly when predicting His upcoming death and resurrection and “Peter took him aside and began to rebuke him.” A “Rebuke” is a sharp ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: United Methodist

Against Christian Pride And Arrogance

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 10, 2002

Christ instructs the seventy to have correct priorities as Christians and in so doing takes a stand against Christian pride and arrogance

In Luke 10:1-16 instructions are given by Jesus to his seventy followers as he prepares them for ministry. Verses 17-20 describe the debriefing that took place following their return. In this debriefing, Christ instructs the seventy to have correct priorities as Christians and in so doing takes a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Believers Unaccused Series

Contributed by Bruce Landry on May 25, 2005

If you have trusted in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, we now stand in newness of life in Jesus Christ, Unaccused before our God and Father.

The scene was San Diego Superior Court. Two men were on trial for armed robbery. An eyewitness took the stand, and the prosecutor moved carefully: "So, you say you were at the scene when the robbery took place?" "Yes." "And you saw a vehicle leave at a high rate of speed?" "Yes." "And did you ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-34

Denomination: Baptist

Believing Is Knowing

Contributed by John Deaton on Mar 25, 2014

The believer in Christ, through the instruction from God's word and the direction of the Holy Spirit can be confident in his salvation and equipped in his walk with God through this world.

1.) The Believer Can Know He Has Eternal Life 1Jn_5:13-15 A. Security in Jesus v.13 John writes that those who have put their faith in Jesus Christ can Know that they have eternal life and have their faith increased by this knowledge. ETER'NAL, a. 1. Without beginning or end of existence. 2. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

A Lifelong Strategy Against Frustration Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 3, 2003

Through 4:16. There is no way to eliminate the frustrations of life. But we can embrace a strategy to help us to handle those frustrations in the best way. Of course that starts with a personal relationship to God, and Solomon will get to that later in

A Lifelong Strategy Against Frustration (Ecclesiastes 3:17-4:16) Intro 1. There are many frustrations in life, some of them are very serious: Mixed with bitter sorrow and emptiness is often the feeling of frustration. My Moody buddy John Smith ministers in Mexico. When he lived in the U.S., no ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Warning Against Laziness & Procrastination Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 6, 2011

Ants are used as models of industrious workers whose diligence provides for the present & prepares for the future. Laziness keeps one from fulfilling their physical & spiritual responsibilities & realizing the potential of their earthy & eternal future

PROVERBS 6: 6-11 A WARNING AGAINST LAZINESS AND PROCRASTINATION [John 4:31-38] God speaks to us most clearly and directly through His Word, but if one does not trust the wisdom of His Word, then he can extract wisdom from observing nature and fallen man. Nature teaches us to be prepared and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:6-11

Denomination: Baptist

Defend Discipleship Against Division Series

Contributed by Luskey Green on Oct 1, 2006

Defending discipleship against division caused by loyalty to a human persona creates an ongoing allegiance to our Master and Lord.

Introduction Today, we tread troubled waters. We may ‘strain at the oars’ so to speak. Pride will be confronted today. It may even be a little painful. Believe me when I say to you, “This is necessary; to be the real deal, to be genuine and authentic, to become the group of disciples which is the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:24-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Struggle Against Evil

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jul 28, 2015

Observe 4 things: The Overwhelming Army, A Trembling Servant, The Invisible Protectors, & The Courageous Man of God. Then I want to draw 3 conclusions from these observations.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK ILL. Before Allied forces invaded Iraq Saddam Hussein boasted that if Iraq was attacked the world would see "The Mother of All Battles." But he was wrong. Instead, let me suggest a scripture that describes what I believe could be ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12, 2 Kings 6:8-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Potential Of Believers Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Oct 8, 2005

We need to be reminded of our past so we can live out our present and future. Here Paul paints a picture of our pre and present condition

We begin the second chapter of our study in Ephesians with a description of our lives, for those who are believers in Jesus Christ, prior to our acknowledging Him in our lives. I have two main points and several sub-points for us. We begin… 1. Without Christ. Because of the ill fated ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Glory Of The Believers Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Oct 15, 2022

The Church has lost primary focus on Missions and Evangelism, fellowship rather involved accusing one another on the basis of food, clothes, and a few habits pertaining to various cultural identities, causing many to stumble in their faith walk and lose their commitment to Christ and to the Church.

Romans 14:17-23 Glory of the believers Nature of the Kingdom of God Paul points out to his readers and listeners that the Kingdom of God is not related to food habits and approved drinks. The Kingdom of God is spiritual, apolitical, and beyond food and drinks. Discussion of Foods and their habits ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:17-23

Denomination: Methodist

Waging War Against The Flesh Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Mar 18, 2003

After we come to Christ there are two natures that live inside of us - the fleshly nature and the new life given to us by God. These two natures don’t get along well at all - in fact they are at war with each other. Learn how to wage war against the flesh

For an audio copy of this message go to: www.LivingWatersWeb.com In early 2003 America prepares for war. Troops are massing in the Middle East in preparation to oust Saddam Hussein from power in Iraq. Now whether war will happen or whether it is or is not a good thing is not what I’m going to talk ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:1-25

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

War Against The Wasteful Wasters

Contributed by Olu Mike Omoasegun on Apr 11, 2013

Waste has become a commonly experienced thing in our world, and mostly in the Christendom. Thousands of brothers and sisters are undergoing waste in one way or the other.

INTRODUCTION Bible Reading: Luke 15:11-32 I would like to start this message by asking you a question: Are You Experiencing Waste in Your Life? I believe that your answer is YES! Because one way or the other, you will be experiencing waste. Waste has become a commonly experienced thing in our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

Plans Of The Lord Against Squatters

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 26, 2014

To know that owning properties and benefiting from them but but you have not paid for it will yield greater and heavier punishment for you.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a squatter? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To know that owning properties and benefiting from them but but you have not paid for it will yield greater and heavier punishment for you. IV. TEXT: Micah 2:2-3 (Amplified Bible) 2:2 They covet fields and ...read more

Scripture: Micah 2:2-3

Denomination: Pentecostal