Sermons on Cultural Warfare:

When Lucifer Left Heaven

Contributed by Dr. Larry Petton on Feb 18, 2019

Everybody ought to know who Jesus is.....and everybody ought to know who Satan is, too! What does the Bible say about the Enemy of our soul?

WHEN LUCIFER LEFT HEAVEN I Peter 5:1-11 Dr. Larry Petton ________________________________________________________________________________ SCRIPTURE TEXT – I PETER 5:1-11 1 To the elders among you, I appeal as a fellow elder and a witness of Christ’s sufferings who also will share in the glory ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is Worship?

Contributed by Gregory Johnston on Mar 13, 2019

Worship is more than just a group of musicians and singers. Worship is attitude, worship is life, worship is being in the presence of our Creator.

I. Meeting someone who is famous or semi-famous – thoughts and feeling a. Story about Kansas II. All People Worship a. All people worship. Atheist, pagan, faithful, or undecided, all human beings have the need deep within them to worship – or “serve” as Brother Bob put it. This need to worship ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:21-25, Genesis 1:26-31

Denomination: Vineyard

God's Arsenal Of War

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Mar 24, 2022

All believers are soldiers in the battle of life. We are in spiritual war with the kingdom of darkness. God is on our side and fights for us with some awesome weapons.

TEXT: ISAIAH 29: 5-7 (NLT). “But suddenly, your ruthless enemies will be crushed like the finest of dust. Your many attackers will be driven away like chaff before the wind. Suddenly, in an instant, I, the LORD of Heaven’s Armies, will act for you with thunder and earthquake and great noise, with ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 29:5-7, Ephesians 6:12, 2 Timothy 2:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

When God Fights For You.

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Jun 1, 2021

Jehovah El Shaddai is the Almighty God. He commands the hosts and armies of heaven. He fights for those who call him father. When he fights for you, victory is certain.

TEXT: Isaiah 29:5-6 (NLT) “But suddenly, your ruthless enemies will be crushed like the finest of dust. Your many attackers will be driven away like chaff before the wind. Suddenly, in an instant, I, the Lord of Heaven’s Armies, will act for you with thunder and earthquake and great noise, with ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 29:5-6, Psalm 68:1, Acts 16:25-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

No Weapon Formed Against You Shall Prosper

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 31, 2016

This verse tells us that the fight we're involved in has been "fixed" -- God has destined us to win no matter how hard the devil fights or how ingenious he is. All we have to do is keep holding onto Jesus and we'll be alright. So fear not!

NO WEAPON FORMED AGAINST YOU SHALL PROSPER Isa. 54:17 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: THE MUMMY 1. Israel is a place where the ground is full of artifacts. Did you hear the other day about the archae-ologist who was digging in the Negev Desert in Israel and came upon a casket containing a mummy? 2. After ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 54:17, Isaiah 54:11-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Remember What God Has Done

Contributed by Barnabas Park on Jan 8, 2021

Our spiritual battle has to do with our memory. If we remember who God is and what he has done then we will overcome. But we tend to forget what we have to remember.

Joshua 12:1-24 Joshua chapter 12 we just read is divided into two parts. The first part, verses 1 through 6, talks about 2 kings east of Jordan River, King Sihon of the Amorites and King Og of Bashan both of whom had been killed and their land was taken by the Israelites under the leadership of ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:15, Deuteronomy 16:1, Amos 5:25, Genesis 17:14, Joshua 12:1-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Armed & Dangerous

Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 16, 2016

God has given Christians four principle weapons, these weapons make us dangerous to the devil, and it's urgent that we begin using our weapons.

ARMED & DANGEROUS 2 Cor. 10:4 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: DIVORCE BECAUSE 2-STORY HOUSE 1. Vicky asked for a divorce and appeared before the judge. The judge asked, "So tell me in your own words, Mrs. Franks, why are you seeking a divorce?" 2. "I'm seeking a divorce, your Honor, because I feel I can ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Are You An Easy Target Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 4, 2018

This is the 6th sermon in the 1 Timothy series, "Order".

Series: Order [#6] ARE YOU AN EASY TARGET? 1 Timothy 4:1-16 Introduction: I can only speak for myself; but I have felt like I have had a target drawn on my back this week. It’s amazing to me how people who say they are Christians treat others. As I struggled through the week, I realized that I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

‘the Last Battle’

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 4, 2023

'The Last Battle' - Joshua chapters 11-12 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: • the opponents of God’s people (ch 11 vs 1-5) • the display of God’s sovereignty (ch 11 vs 6-7) • the example of God’s servant (ch 11 vs 12&15) • the faithfulness of God (ch 12 vs 1-24) • the secret to victorious living (ch 12 vs 1-24) SERMON BODY: Ill: • When I saw the ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

The Sword And The Trowel

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 25, 2023

As we rebuild God's kingdom, we WILL have opposition and have to wage spiritual warfare. But don't fear! We HAVE A CHAMPION who has never lost a battle! Be courageous and fight for your God and His Kingdom!

THE SWORD AND THE TROWEL NEH. 4:1-17 NKJV INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Barbara Honig from California was helplessly lost in a small town in upstate New York. She flagged down a passing police officer. It turned out the address she was looking for was in the opposite direction. 2. “Is it ok if I ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Victory

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Nov 7, 2024

Two adversaries stand in array at odds against one another. When the battle is over, only one will stand in victory.

Two adversaries stand in array at odds against one another. When the battle is over, only one will stand in victory. I enjoy the college football season. I have a few teams I follow. We know only one shall come away victorious at the end of the game. Such is the game of life. Everything on earth ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:1-5, Revelation 15:1-2, Revelation 16:16-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Battle For Your Heart

Contributed by Rodney Rapp on Nov 20, 2024

We will say sometimes lets get to the heart of the problem… but sometimes the problem is the Heart.

The Battle for Your Heart Text: Matthew 13:3-9 Matthew 13:18-23 Intro: We will say sometimes lets get to the heart of the problem… but sometimes the problem is the Heart. Why is it that some people’s lives change after one sermon, and others don’t seem to change at all? Why is it as I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:3-9, Matthew 13:18-23

Denomination: Other

No Weapon Formed Against You Shall Prosper

Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 7, 2024

We have a determined enemy who wants to destroy us. His weapons are engineered just for us. They are not ones we're looking for. Criticism is a main one. But you have been made invincible in Christ! No weapon shall permanently hurt you!

NO WEAPON FORMED AGAINST YOU SHALL PROSPER Isa. 54:17 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: 1. A young couple, very much in love, were getting married in a church. However, Sue, the bride, was very nervous. So the Pastor decided to include the verse, 1 John 4:18 to calm her down, “There is no fear in love, but ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 54:17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Overcoming Hidden Obstacles SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

Strategies for Spiritual Battles

Hidden curses are the most troublesome and difficult to deal with. Many people are unaware of the foundational curses that have been silently affecting their lives since birth. These hidden curses are the wicked weapons used by the devil to torment and hinder us. However, by reversing these hidden ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 13:2

Topics: Prayer, Spiritual Warfare

Overcoming Hell's Gates SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

Christ builds His church and Satan cannot prevail because he does not have the right. The church has the authority to defeat Satan.

Jesus said, "On this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it" (Matthew 16:18, NIV). In biblical times, city gates were fortified to protect against enemy armies. The gates were the only entrance to the city, and anyone who wanted to enter had to seek permission from ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Topics: Halloween, Spiritual Warfare