Sermons on Cycle Of Conflict:

Civil Wars - Pt. 1 - Skirmishes Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Aug 8, 2015

Brother against brother. Father against son. Son against father. It was a war that was anything but “civil”. Wars are inevitable.What if we could learn to fight fair? What if we could wage civil wars?

Civil Wars Pt. 1 - Skirmishes I. Introduction 4 years, 6 weeks and 3 days. By declaration it began in April of 1861 and the last shot was fired on June of 1865. It did not live up to its name. There was nothing civil about it. In fact, it remains the the most costly war in our history in regards ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Don't Point The Finger Series

Contributed by Lafayette Funches on Jul 5, 2015

Pull the splinter out of your own eye first

Mat. 7:3-5 “And why do you look at the speck in your brother’s eye, but do not consider the log in your own eye? 4 Or how can you say to your brother, “Let me remove the speck from your eye”; and look, a log is in your own eye? 5 Hypocrite! First remove the log from your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:3-5

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

Hostile Desires - James 4:1-3 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Oct 3, 2021

If you struggle with anger or are having conflicts with people, this is an important message for you. It shows how good desires become hostile desires and how to fix the problem.

James 4:1 What causes wars and battles among you? Don’t they come from your desires that wage war within you? 2 You covet something but don’t get it – you murder. And you envy, but you cannot have [what you want] - you battle and war. You do not have, because you do not ask. 3 When you ask, you do ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-3

Handling Marital Differences

Contributed by Yewande Olowookere on Feb 10, 2022

Marriage is ordained by God which its a spiritual thing.

It’s hard to guess how many arguments could be prevented if couples would simply pray about their differences and let them go. This is hard to do, since most of us want to be “right” and justify our behavior. Differences are usually what attract partners to one another. Agreeing to disagree, when ...read more

Scripture: Amos 3:3

The Ripple Effect

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Apr 13, 2023

Conflict between the old and the new can lay the foundation for growth, even if the self-examination and change can be painful.

One afternoon when I was 14 or 15, my father and I down in a bottom of a large hole in the side yard digging a septic tank. We were digging with a trowel and a pair of pruning shears, because the ground was so laced with tough, springy ivy roots that you couldn’t use a shovel, you had to scrape ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Sermon – Maintaining A Mission-Minded Focus Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 4, 2023

Maintaining a mission-minded focus means resolving inner conflict quickly and openly by showing concern for all and valuing all, but also by delegating authority to others that leads to unity. A model for kingdom building!

Sermon – Maintaining a Mission-Minded Focus Scripture Lesson: Acts 6:1-7 “But as the believers rapidly multiplied, there were rumblings of discontent. The Greek-speaking believers complained about the Hebrew-speaking believers, saying that their widows were being discriminated against in the daily ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7, Acts 4:34-35, Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Methodist

The Price Of Peace

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 4, 2023

Jesus warns his followers that the consequences of following him will be painful and disruptive, and that they’d better be prepared for it.

The disciples were confused. When the Messiah came, peace and righteousness would reign from one end of the earth to the other. All the prophets agreed. And if Jesus was the Messiah as they were all now pretty sure he was, he would be the one who brought it about. He would be the Prince of Peace ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-53

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Loving The Household Of Faith Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 9, 2024

In this lesson I want to talk about what it is to practically pursue love with your brothers and sisters in the Lord or the household of faith. This brotherly love is quite unique, for it has no cause other than the fact that someone is a brother.

PURSUING THE LOVE OF GOD Part 5 Part 5: LOVING THE HOUSEHOLD OF FAITH 1. Introduction John 13:34-35 "A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love one another. "By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Performance Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Understand the importance of maintaining a healthy rhythm in our relationships, just like the early church did, and to resist the devil's attempts to disrupt our fellowship and community.

Cadence is all about rhythm, and just like a catchy beat in your favorite song, our relationships need a good rhythm too. Ever been to a play or a musical? Think about a ballet like The Nutcracker. It's all about the rhythm and steps between the dancers. Our relationships are kinda like that too. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26, Hebrews 12:1-3

Topics: Communication, Trust, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Health

Opposition To The Lord Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 23, 2024

Acts 12:1-25 teaches us that if you oppose Jesus, you lose.

Introduction When Kashvi was visiting her Hindu sister-in-law in the hospital, sharing the gospel and praying with her, another person in the hospital heard her and called the police. Kashvi was arrested under state anti-conversion laws and spent three days in jail. While in jail, she said, she ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Courage Is Greater Than Gossip Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon will explore Jesus' teachings on handling conflict and sin within the church community, emphasizing the importance of direct confrontation over gossip, and the role of courage and kindness in this process.

Hello Church! Today we are going to talk about the kingdom of God and the counterculture lifestyle Jesus leads us into. Jesus leads us out of established beliefs and relational patterns and into a completely new way of living and loving. The kingdom of God is revolutionary. Revolutions bring about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Topics: Conflict Resolution, Courageous Kindness, Rejecting Gossip

When Jesus Interrupts The Sinful Series

Contributed by Brian Credille on Mar 9, 2001

When Jesus encounters the sinful person, He stands ready to interrupt their cycle of pain and bring forgiveness and wholeness.

"When Jesus Interrupts the Sinful" Luke 5:17-26 INTRODUCTION What is a "sinner?" Who is a "sinner?" We often define "sinful" people to be those incorrigible outcasts we see on the news. Actually, "sin" means "to miss the mark." The mark is that of being just like God intended us to be. God’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:17-26

Denomination: Baptist

Deja Vu Series

Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Oct 4, 2006

We often find ourselves going through the same troubling issues repeatedly. This is a message about breaking that cycle.

Numbers 11:4 “Then the foreign rabble who were traveling with the Israelites began to crave the good things of Egypt, and the people of Israel also began to complain. "Oh, for some meat!" they exclaimed. 5"We remember all the fish we used to eat for free in Egypt. And we had all the cucumbers, ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 11:4-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Overcoming The Spirit Of Suspicion And Distrust Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 21, 2025

In today's society, it's easy to get caught up in a cycle of suspicion and distrust.

In today's society, it's easy to get caught up in a cycle of suspicion and distrust. We've all been hurt or betrayed at some point, and it's natural to want to protect ourselves from future pain. However, when this mindset becomes a dominant pattern in our lives, it can lead to a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-7