Sermons on Confrontation:

Wrestling With God

Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 23, 2019

At times God wants us to wrestle with Him for the blessings we request. How badly do you want that for which yu ask?

1. When I was a child I watched the wrestling matches on TV and was shocked when I found out that they were not real. 2. There is real wrestling as born out in The National Wrestling Hall of Fame and Museum headquartered in Stillwater, Oklahoma. 3. There is also an even more serious wrestling ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:24-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Should We Pray For God To Punish Our Enemies? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 21, 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

Embracing A Spirit Of Power, Love, And Self-Discipline Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 4, 2023

We are not called to live in fear and timidity, but in the power, love, and self-discipline that God has given us. Let us face life's challenges with the confidence that we can do all things through Christ who strengthens us.

Embracing a Spirit of Power, Love, and Self-discipline Introduction: Begin with a warm welcome to the congregation and introduce the key verse: 2 Timothy 1:7 (NLT) - "For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline." Share a brief ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7, Philippians 4:13, 1 Corinthians 16:14, Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Kill Distractions

Contributed by Bala Samson on Feb 15, 2024

DISTRACTIONS DESTROYS ACTION

Kill distractions 1 King 18:28 “So they cried with a loud voice and cut themselves according to their custom with swords and lances until the blood gushed out on them.” Don’t allow outside noise and voices to distract your attention! This is for people who are confused by the quarreling, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Spiritual Contentment Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 14, 2024

SPIRITUAL CONTENTMENT

Psalm 32:1-11 SPIRITUAL CONTENTMENT I. THE POSSIBILITY OF SPIRITUAL CONTENTMENT - 1-2 i. The Defination of Spiritual Contentment - Freedom from Transgression - “to cross a line.” rebellion - Pictures Sin as Defiance. 1 Blessed is he whose transgression is forgiven, Sin - “missing the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11

Denomination: Holiness

Reasons To Be Cheerful Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 19, 2024

Reasons to be Cheerful

Psalm 106:1-15 Reasons to be Cheerful 1. God's Person - His Mercy - 1 Praise ye the Lord. O give thanks unto the Lord; for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever. His Might - 2 Who can utter the mighty acts of the Lord? His Majesty - who can shew forth all his praise? 2. God's ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 106:1-15

Denomination: Holiness

The King's Judgment: Embracing The Least Of These

Contributed by Ronald Moore on Nov 26, 2023

The powerful image of the King's final judgment, a scene that vividly portrays the destiny awaiting all humanity.

Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Today, our hearts are drawn to the profound and challenging words of our Lord Jesus Christ in the Gospel of Matthew, chapter 25, verses 31-46. In these verses, we encounter the powerful image of the King's final judgment, a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Anglican

A Know So Salvation

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jul 30, 2024

I know whom I have believed and am persuaded that He is able to keep that which I've committed unto Him against that day!

Paul was one of the best balanced and happiest personalities this world has ever seen. Never has a man met troubles, persecutions, wants, sufferings and mistreatments with such carefree happiness as Paul. He pursued his course without an apparent doubt of the outcome. In Philippians 4:11, I have ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7-12, Philippians 3:4-6, Acts 4:12

Denomination: Baptist

Living By The Word Of God #1 Series

Contributed by Louis J Locke on Aug 10, 2024

As followers of Jesus Christ, we know that the Word of God is essential for wisdom, direction, spiritual nourishment and power for life and ministry. Developing an ongoing habit of ‘feeding on the Word’ can be challenging, but it is as important to our spiritual life as ‘eating’ is to our physical.

SOURCE OF TRUTH & WISDOM 1. Truth: The Word of God is the inspired Word of God and is Ultimate Truth • All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:4

Denomination: Foursquare

The Limits Of Reconciliation Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 26, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical grounds for limiting reconciliation, particularly in cases where a wrongdoer remains unrepentant.

Reconciliation is a fundamental aspect of the Christian faith. We are called to forgive one another, just as God in Christ forgave us (Ephesians 4:32). However, there are situations where reconciliation may not be possible or wise. In this sermon, we will explore the biblical grounds for limiting ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:14-15, Matthew 18:15-17, Ephesians 4:32

Thinking With The Church And Jesus, Not With Social Media Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 6, 2021

Perverse patterns of thought and will can even mess up your brain chemistry.

On those times when we open the newspaper or click on the news and immediately are confronted with the evil of the world, we may reflect on how apparent the doctrine of original sin is. We don’t even need special revelation to realize that the tendency of the world is toward selfish behavior and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:7, Luke 17:1-6, Psalm 139:1-10

Denomination: Catholic

A Letter Of Concern- Stand Your Ground Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 8, 2021

This is the 77th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 8th sermon from 1 Corinthians.

Series: Action [#77] A LETTER OF CONCERN- STAND YOUR GROUND 1 Corinthians 5:1-13 Introduction: On this Sunday before Veteran’s Day, I want to thank all of the Veterans for their service. We live in a free Nation because of them. We are living in a time when that freedom is in danger. What we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Staying Strong In Faith SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

It's a common misconception that the leaders of a congregation are always the ones with the strongest faith. This isn't necessarily true. This sermon is a lesson for the faithful, encouraging them to remain steadfast in their beliefs.

Many people believe that the leaders of a congregation are the ones with the strongest faith. However, this is not always the case. In reality, there are times when those in leadership positions may actually have weak faith. This is a lesson for all believers to acknowledge their own faith ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-29

Topics: Faith, Leadership

Reviving Our Land Through Prayer SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

Utilizing our most powerful tool, prayer, to overcome our biggest adversary and bring about a spiritual awakening in our nation.

Today, we will explore the topic of revival and how it can bring transformation to our land. In 2 Chronicles 7:14, God provides us with a powerful formula for experiencing His blessings and revival. Let's dive into this verse and uncover its profound message. The first step towards revival is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Topics: Prayer, Revival

Our Role In Others' Lives SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

Exploring our obligations and responsibilities towards others in our lives.

Today's sermon explores the question of our responsibility towards other people. In the book of Genesis, God confronts Cain about the whereabouts of his brother Abel. Cain responds with a dismissive attitude, asking, "Am I my brother's keeper?" This story highlights the callous indifference that ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:9-13

Topics: Forgiveness, Responsibility