Sermons on Blood Of The Enemies:

“because The Enemy Has Said…”

Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 22, 2015

The devil loves to boast, to brag. God however, is jealous for His Name and reputation.In our passage tonight we see to what lengths God will go to short-circuit the enemy from a victory.

“BECAUSE THE ENEMY HAS SAID…” 1 Kgs. 20:23-28 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: HOW MANY CHICKENS 1. Boudreaux spots Thibodeaux walking down the levee the other day, carrying a sack over his shoulder. 2. Well of course, curiosity got the best of Boudreaux, and he asked Thibodeaux, "Hey, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 20:23-28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When The Enemy Fights Back: Using The Bible Defensively Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 6, 2013

A look at how to use the Bible to defend ourselves against spiritual attacks. I include 8 specific examples of how this can happen in our lives.

HOW CAN THE BIBLE BE USED DEFENSIVELY? Untruths threaten to push us down the wrong path. - Matthew 4:1-11; Ephesians 6:11; 1 Peter 5:8. - We talked last week about using the Bible offensively – using it to win spiritual victories. - This week we’re going to talk about using the Bible ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

Fighting The Wrong Enemy Mk 9: 38-41

Contributed by James Lee on Nov 21, 2013

Jesus had just taught a lesson on ambition and service. Now He teaches a lesson on tolerance and tolerance is often misunderstood.

Jesus had just taught a lesson on ambition and service. Now He teaches a lesson on tolerance. Tolerance is often misunderstood. Some believe that every person should be received and accepted' no matter their beliefs or behavior. Others are convinced that beliefs and behavior matter; In other ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-41

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus, Offering Grace To His Enemies (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Jan 17, 2013

Christ can save anybody, but every person must accept the truth about Jesus Christ if he or she is to be saved. What did Paul learn about Christ on the road to Damascus?

Jesus, Offering Grace to His Enemies Acts 9:1-7 Introduction: 1. In our Bible, we see several appearances of Jesus Christ. All of these appearances were prophesied beforehand. But did you know that Christ made a surprise, unprophesied appearance? He appeared in Acts 9 to a man named Saul of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-9

Denomination: Bible Church

Jesus, Offering Grace To His Enemies (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Jan 18, 2013

Christ can save anybody, but every person must accept the truth about Jesus Christ if he or she is to be saved. What did Paul learn about Christ on the road to Damascus?

Jesus, Offering Grace to His Enemies – Part 2 Acts 9:1-7 Introduction: 1. In our Bible, we see several appearances of Jesus Christ. All of these appearances were prophesied beforehand. But did you know that Christ made a surprise, unprophesied appearance? He appeared in Acts 9 to a man ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-7

Denomination: Bible Church

How Gideon Formed His Attack On The Enemy Camp Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 10, 2019

Gideon’s battle plan appears to have been carefully worked out, but whether it was beholden to his spiritual illumination we cannot say. But what we can say is that his methods were a type of psychological warfare.

Chapter 25 How Gideon Formed His Attack on the Enemy Camp [Judges 7.16-7.20] Scripture 16 And he divided the three hundred men into three companies, and he put a trumpet in every man's hand, with empty pitchers, and lamps within the pitchers. 17 And he said unto them, Look on me, and do ...read more

Scripture: Judges 7:16

Denomination: Baptist

You Want Me To Do What For My Enemy? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 12, 2018

Jesus said we should love our enemies. But I don't even like them, why should I even want to show them love?

OPEN: I’ve always loved limericks, and years ago I ran across this one: “There once were 2 cats from Kilkenny Each thought there was one cat too many They fought and they spit, and they clawed and they bit. Till instead of two cats (pause) there weren't any.” (Pulpit Helps 3/97 p. 8) Now that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-36

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Gideon Formed His Attack On The Enemy Camp Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 9, 2019

Gideon’s battle plan appears to have been carefully worked out, but whether it was beholden to his spiritual illumination we cannot say. But what we can say is that his methods were a type of psychological warfare.

Chapter 25 How Gideon Formed His Attack on the Enemy Camp [Judges 7.16-7.20] Scripture 16 And he divided the three hundred men into three companies, and he put a trumpet in every man's hand, with empty pitchers, and lamps within the pitchers. 17 And he said unto them, Look on me, and do ...read more

Scripture: Judges 7:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Culture Of Loving (Helping) Everybody Including Your Enemies.

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Mar 10, 2019

Your neighbour is everyone around you so love everybody at all times and in all situations show love

May the peace of the Lord be with you. *DAY 5 OF LENT* Our reflection for today is on the 4th Kingdom Culture from the parable below: *THE GOOD SAMARITAN* Luke 10:25-37 King James Version (KJV) 25 And, behold, a certain lawyer stood up, and tempted him, saying, Master, what shall I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Charismatic

The Truth About Loving Your Enemies - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on May 17, 2023

What is the Christian's response when confronted with wrongs and evil?

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org We have traveled through an incredible section of the Sermon on the Mount, immediately following the paradoxes of the Beatitudes, Jesus gets right to the heart of the issue behind what is wrong with this world and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Brethren

Losing A Loved One To The Enemy's Schemes Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 3, 2024

As Christians, we are not immune to the challenges and trials of life.

As Christians, we are not immune to the challenges and trials of life. Sometimes, the enemy can seem to gain the upper hand, leaving us feeling helpless and broken. One such scenario is when a husband, ordained by God, loses his wife to the schemes of the devil. The Bible warns us about the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18, John 10:10

The Practice Of Loving Our Enemies (May 22, 2013)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Nov 4, 2021

We as Christians should exhibit Christian behavior, which cannot be done without the help of Christ. Turning the other cheek is easier said than done.

THE PRACTICE OF LOVING OUR ENEMIES Text: Matthew 5:38 - 48 Matthew 5:38-48  "You have heard that it was said, 'An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.'  (39)  But I say to you, Do not resist an evildoer. But if anyone strikes you on the right cheek, turn the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: United Methodist

Leave Your Enemies To God And Trust In Divine Justice. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 28, 2024

Dealing with enemies and those who seek to harm us can be a challenging and emotional experience.

Dealing with enemies and those who seek to harm us can be a challenging and emotional experience. However, as Christians, we are called to trust in God's justice and leave our enemies in His hands. In this sermon, we'll explore Bible verses that support this principle and provide guidance ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:19, Matthew 5:44, Exodus 14:14

Should We Pray For God To Punish Our Enemies? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 20, 2024

May they be blotted out of the book of life and not be listed with the righteous. (Ps. 69:28)

In Psalm 35:1-6, David asks God to contend with those who contend with him. However, we notice a shift in Psalm 35:7-10, where David seeks vindication, not vengeance. He entrusts his cause to the Lord, trusting in His justice. In Matthew 5:43-48, He commands us to love and pray for our enemies, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 35:1-6, 2 Corinthians 6:14, Matthew 5:44, John 2:13-17

Strategies Of The Enemy: How To Counter & Defeat Satan

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 9, 2021

We know as Christians that we have a friend, his name is Jesus. And we know as Christians that we have an enemy, and his name is Satan.

Do not love this world nor the things it offers you, for when you love the world, you do not have the love of the Father in you. For the world offers only a craving for physical pleasure, a craving for everything we see, and pride in our achievements and possessions. These are not from the Father, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Salvation Army