Sermons on Confrontation:

The Book Of Galatians – Chapter 3:1-9 - Message 6 – Paul Chastises The Galatians With Questions; And Righteous Abraham Justified By Faith Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Mar 2, 2023

It is as if a spell had been cast on the Galatians to cause them to turn to the Law to keep it. Faith preceded the Law and faith supersedes the Law. Paul asked a series of questions to confront them. Abraham, the believer, is given as the great example without the Law but by faith.

THE BOOK OF GALATIANS – CHAPTER 3:1-9 - MESSAGE 6 – PAUL CHASTISES THE GALATIANS WITH QUESTIONS; AND RIGHTEOUS ABRAHAM JUSTIFIED BY FAITH PART 1. THE BEWITCHING OF THE GALATIANS {{Galatians 3:1 “You foolish Galatians, who has bewitched you, before whose eyes Jesus Christ was publicly portrayed ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-9, Psalm 14:1, Matthew 5:22, Ephesians 5:17, Romans 10:17, 1 Corinthians 1:30, Hebrews 10:14, Colossians 1:9, Romans 7:18, Genesis 22:15-18, Genesis 13:15, Genesis 17:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Attitude Of Gratitude Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 15, 2020

In these difficult days before Jesus comes, to encourage your church family to excel, appreciate your leaders, one another, God’s plan, and God’s Spirit at work in each other.

A loaded [SUV] pulled into the only remaining campsite. Four teenagers leaped from the vehicle and began feverishly unloading gear and setting up a tent. The boys then rushed off to gather firewood, while the girls and their mother set up the camp stove and cooking utensils. A nearby camper watched ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:11-24, Romans 12:21, Romans 8:28

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Offenses And Forgiveness

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 6, 2024

Are children welcome in our churches? Are they tolerated? Is any part of the service of interest to them? What would Jesus say? Can we learn anything from watching them? Let’s find out in Matthew 18.

Are children welcome in our churches? Are they tolerated? Is any part of the service of interest to them? What would Jesus say? Can we learn anything from watching them? Let’s find out in Matthew 18. At that time the disciples came to Jesus and asked, “Who, then, is the greatest in the kingdom of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Do Not Destroy (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 24, 2022

When those who rule are unjust, how shall the Christian respond? David provides a model for godly response in this 58th Psalm as he encourages the godly to look to the Lord for His deliverance.

TO THE CHOIRMASTER: ACCORDING TO DO NOT DESTROY. A MIKTAM OF DAVID. Do you indeed decree what is right, you gods? Do you judge the children of man uprightly? No, in your hearts you devise wrongs; your hands deal out violence on earth. The wicked are estranged from the womb; they go astray ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 58:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Let's Make A Connection

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Aug 5, 2024

Theme: Connecting With Others (Woman at the Well) The Apostle John reveals to us some ways that we can effectively and efficiently connect with people not only in the 1st Century but in the 21st Century.

Scripture: John 4:1-26; James 1:9; Proverbs 18:13 Theme: Connecting With Others (Woman at the Well) The Apostle John reveals to us some ways that we can effectively and efficiently connect with people not only in the 1st Century but in the 21st Century. Beginning #1 – INTRO: You would have ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-26, James 1:9, Proverbs 18:13

Denomination: Nazarene

Sermon 1: The Gathering Storm Series

Contributed by Charles R. Swindoll on Feb 15, 2008

While Jesus was indeed gentle and kind, He also took a bold stand against sin. In fact, when confronting evil dressed in the garb of religion, His formidable anger took many by surprise. He sharply rebuked the religious leaders in Israel for turning their

The Gathering Storm Selected Scriptures Sermon Series: Jesus: The Greatest Life of All From the Bible-Teaching Ministry of Charles R. Swindoll Introduction While Jesus was indeed gentle and kind, He also took a bold stand against sin. In fact, when confronting evil dressed in the garb of religion, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Cost Of Following Jesus

Contributed by Stuart Webb on Oct 23, 2007

’When the warm fuzzies end’. When we first meet Jesus we experience the warmth and unconditional Love of God.But as we grow in God we are confronted by the challenging call to discipleship. This requires laying down our selfish desires and doing Gods will

The Cost of following Jesus Luke 14:25-35 (New International Version - UK) Large crowds were travelling with Jesus, and turning to them he said: If anyone comes to me and does not hate his father and mother, his wife and children, his brothers and sisters— yes, even his own life— he cannot be my ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Bad Samaritan

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 19, 2013

You’ve heard of the Good Samaritan, who stopped to help a man in need. In our text, Jesus confronts a bad Samaritan, a sinful woman, and God’s grace worked in her life wonderfully. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

The Bad Samaritan John 4:3-14 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/badsamaritan.html You’ve heard of the Good Samaritan, who stopped to help a man in need. In our text, Jesus confronts a bad Samaritan, a sinful woman, and God’s grace worked in her life wonderfully. Last time we looked in chapter 3 at ...read more

Scripture: John 4:3-14

Denomination: Baptist

Battles You Must Win

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Feb 12, 2013

Believers at times really struggle with difficult issues. We do not live in a perfect world which means we have to deal with battles which confront us continuously. But Jesus has given us assurances that we can live victoriously in a fallen world. In

Battles You Must Win Believers at times really struggle with difficult issues. We do not live in a perfect world which means we have to deal with battles which confront us continuously. But Jesus has given us assurances that we can live victoriously in a fallen world. In order to enforce our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31

Denomination: Charismatic

Jesus Christ: Our Divine Teacher, Part 2

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jan 4, 2022

Nicodemus had been confronted with the fact that his religious zeal will not make him righteous before God. It is only by being "born again" through the work of Jesus Christ for the remission of our sins that we are forgiven and restored to a true relationship with God.

The mark of a true learner is his or her willingness to be corrected of an erroneous belief or idea that would tend to deter them from seeking the truth about a subject of interest or topic of discussion. They are not so immovable in their thinking to where they refuse to consider anything else ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-21, Numbers 24:4-10, Ezekiel 37:1-14, Isaiah 45:22, Acts 16:31, Romans 10:13, 2 Thessalonians 1:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Staying The Course Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jan 7, 2022

We might presently feel like we’ve been fighting for our Promised Land a long time. Fighting will wear us out and lead to discouragement. Battle is not a pretty sight, and as we tire of spiritual confrontation, we might be tempted to give up.

Last week we saw how becoming tired of incessant battle can lead to becoming impatient and attempting to rush what God is wanting to do in His way and His timing. It can also lead a person to feeling defeated and abandoning the fight. David boldly declared in Psalm 119, “I will run the course of ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 11:16-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Resurrection Of Jesus Christ And Why It Matters

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jan 9, 2023

In his first letter to the church at Corinth, the apostle Paul had to address their chaotic and ungodly practices. He confronted and corrected them as to how a true church should model itself on the foundation of the Lord Jesus Christ, including a reminder about the resurrection and its importance.

As the days draw closer to the return of our Great God and Savior Jesus Christ (Luke 21:28; Titus 2:13), the enemies of the LORD, both human and demonic, are doing their best to turn people away from the truth of the Scriptures and that there is no salvation for anyone except through Him ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-8, Luke 24:13-31, Acts 1:3, John 11:25, John 20:11-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus In The Wilderness...its About Jesus And You

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Mar 9, 2025

For those of us who follow the lectionary, every year we begin the Lenten season with story of Jesus in the wilderness...we will explore how this story reveals a lot about Jesus and also gives us insight into us when we are confronted by wilderness experiences

Every year when we begin the season of Lent….our first Sunday is focused on Jesus in the wilderness…. How do you feel about being in the wilderness? Some enjoy the wilderness….the smells, its beauty, the wilderness isolation away from traffic and people…. Others can live in the wilderness even ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

"A Naked Man And A Bunch Of Crazy Pigs”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jun 9, 2025

Our Gospel lesson today is a powerful story of Jesus confronting evil. There are several truths: The first truth is that evil is real. The second truth: When Jesus changes your life…. You will not be able to keep Him a secret. also a personal story about pigs.

In Jesus Holy Name June 22, 2025 Text; Luke 8:27,32 Redeemer “A Naked Man and a Bunch of Crazy Pigs” Our Gospel lesson today is a powerful story of Jesus confronting evil. It is an event in the ongoing education of the disciples. It’s a great story full of surprises and a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:26-39, Matthew 8:29-34

Denomination: Lutheran

Staying Free - Overcoming The Enemy

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Nov 10, 2018

When we come to Christ it is a glorious experience, but on our continuing journey with Him we are often confronted by the Enemy, who is called in Revelation 12, amongst other things "The Accuser of The Brethren (or Believer)". This sermon teaches us how to overcome by The Word of God!

STAYING FREE - OVERCOMING THE ENEMY When we come to Christ it is a glorious experience, but on our continuing journey with Him we are often confronted by the Enemy, who is called in Revelation 12:10, "The Accuser of The Brethren (or Believer)". It is here that we experience warfare of our souls. ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10, Hebrews 4:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational