Sermons on Bull Fight:

The Better Blood Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 31, 2002

The Bible tells us that "without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness of sins." Blood is the cleansing agent. But why should blood purify my soul?

A woman once wrote that at a garage sale she had spotted a handsome antique copper kettle for only $2.50. It was badly tarnished, so she asked the woman running the sale if the discoloration would come out. She cheerfully offered to try some copper cleaner on it and disappeared with it into ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:11-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When Persecution Comes Calling

Contributed by Gordon Brownlee on May 13, 2024

The Church has been missing a valuable tool in fighting oppression. The authority of Christ remains on our lips.

For anyone that has been following the news there are a growing number of stories that speak of the persecution of Christians. For many, such articles seem surreal, they remain so far removed from our current peaceful existence that we find no reason to try and relate, let alone guard ourselves ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:6-7

Denomination: *other

When Our Faith And Culture Collide

Contributed by Ronnie Floyd on Jun 19, 2013

We do not need to look for a fight or desire to fight and many Christians do. At the same time, we do not need to be cowardly about our faith.

James Emery White, a Pastor and former college President, is also the author of many books of which one is, “The Church in an Age of Crisis.” In this book, he writes about how America is a post-Christian nation. He paints a picture of our nation, its mindset and culture, in which the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-37, Acts 4:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

To Fail, To Fall, To Finish

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Feb 24, 2019

However, it clear from Scripture and history that many have perished, are perishing, and will perish. Only those who fight a good fight and finish their course will be saved.

TO FAIL, TO FALL, OR TO FINISH II Peter 3:9 “The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.” However, it clear from Scripture and history that many have ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:9, Acts 24:24, Mark 4:17, Mark 4:19, 2 Timothy 4:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Success Is Never About Defeating Giants [*]

Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 2, 2024

Fighting and winning one battle does not define your life, any more than fighting and losing one battle defines who you are.

1 SAMUEL 17:34-37 SUCCESS IS NEVER ABOUT DEFEATING GIANTS “David said to Saul, ‘Your servant used to keep sheep for his father. And when there came a lion, or a bear, and took a lamb from the flock, I went after him and struck him and delivered it out of his mouth. And if he arose against me, I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:34-37

Denomination: Baptist

A Matter Of Life And Death Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 3, 2015

Cage fighting is a particularly gruesome way of fighting, and yet Paul used the fighting of his day (more brutal than MMA) to describe Timothy's responsibilities. What could we possibly learn from MMA that could make us better servants of Christ?

How many of you know the meaning of these letters used to describe a sporting event: MMA? (Mix Martial Arts). It’s kind of like boxing where the contestants not only hit each other with their fists, but also with their feet and knees and elbows. It’s also called “Cage ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:3-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Battle Belongs To The Lord Series

Contributed by Jerry Fenter on May 23, 2002

God helps us in the battles we must fight.

To fight the spiritual battles… I. We must Acknowledge The Commander In Chief. (5:13-15) A. Joshua is looking over the city of Jericho; probably consider what strategy he might employ. B. Jesus is the Commander in Chief. C. This is the Lord’s battle. It’s not between Israel & Jericho; it’s ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When God Send Us To Strange Places

Contributed by Corey Howse on Jan 28, 2002

THIS SERMON IS DESIGNED TO ENCOURAGE CHRISTIANS TO KEEP FIGHTING FOR CHRIST.

THIS TOPIC TODAY CHALLENGES OUR PSALMS 23 THEOLOGY THAT GOD WILL LEAD US BESIDE THE STILL WATERS. THIS SERMON SUGGESTS THAT SOMETIMES GOD WILL LEAD US INTO PLACES THAT HE MAY GET THE GLORY. SOMETIMES GOD ALLOWS US TO OUR PLACE OF TESTING. IN OUR TEXT JESUS IS LED BY THE SPIRIT INTO THE WILDERNESS, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

What To Do With Your Criticism

Contributed by John Hamby on Jul 24, 2003

Dealing with Criticism in the life of the church.Fighting the Worship Wars.

“What To Do With Your Criticisms!” The title of this message could have been, “What you Can Do With Your Criticism” but that has a couple of interpretations. It could also have been entitled, “What You are Doing with Your Criticism.” But we need to recognize that one of the fundamental ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Full Armor Of God

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Jul 30, 2002

Using Spiritual Armor to fight a super-natural Battle.

The Full Armor of God Eph. 6:10–18 INTRODUCTION It was the first day of basketball practice and the coach handed a ball to each player. “Boys,” he said, “I want you to practice shooting from the spots you might expect to be in during the game.” One of the boys who was pretty much there as a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Battle Cry

Contributed by Glenn Hamel on Nov 17, 2004

Inspirational message to stand up and fight against Satan.

Battle Cry Sound the trumpet Isa 42:13 13 The LORD will march out like a mighty man, like a warrior he will stir up his zeal; with a shout he will raise the battle cry and will triumph over his enemies. Sound the trumpet The battle cry has sounded the war has begun The Lord our God is now ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 42:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Best Plan Or Ball And Chain? A Christian Theology Of Marriage Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 11, 2007

Marriage is a pre-fall institution, and it is worth fighting for!

God’s Best Plan or Ball and Chain? A Christian Theology of Marriage January 23, 2005 Intro: I believe that there is a lot of wisdom in children; allow me to share with you the responses of some children to some marriage questions… How do you decide who to marry? • "You got to find somebody who ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:15-25

Denomination: Baptist

God;s Super Bowl Game

Contributed by Robert Glass on Feb 2, 2013

Philistines VS Israelites is a "fight to the death" super bowl!

God’s Super Bowl Game (1 Samuel 17:1-51) In, (1 Samuel 17:1-51) we find the story of two opponents. Opponents similar to a Super Bowl except the winning team LIVED and the LOSING TEAM was DESTROYED. They DIED. When we compare the two teams, we find the Philistines Vs the Israelites. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-51

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Passing The Test Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 28, 2011

PASSING THE TEST WILL MEAN FIGHTING FOR YOUR SPIRITUAL HEALTH.

Passing the Test January 23rd, 2011 Ephesians 6:10-24 INTRODUCTION Most of us can relate to having been at the doctors for a regular check up and the Doctor says I want to run some routine tests. Check your blood work, your cholesterol, your lipids. As the nurse draws our blood each of us ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-24

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Arm Yourselves

Contributed by Gary Eller on Nov 7, 2016

How we should be armed to fight a "spiritual battle"

ARM YOURSELVES 1TH 5 VS 1-11 1 But concerning the times and the seasons, brethren, you have no need that I should write to you. 2 For you yourselves know perfectly that the day of the Lord so comes as a thief in the night. 3 For when they say, "Peace and safety!" then sudden destruction comes ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: *other