Sermons on Cycle Of Conflict:

Who Is That Man?

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Apr 14, 2017

If we were to ask those who were there on Good Friday Who the Man on the Cross was? We would get conflicting answers.

Who Was on the Cross In 1950, Japanese Film Director Akira Kurosawa produced a movie that through the years has appeared on any number of lists of great movies. Maybe you are familiar with it, the name of the movie is Rashomon, and the premise of the movie has been used in movies, novels and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:44-49

Denomination: Wesleyan

People God Can Use

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Sep 25, 2023

We long ago realized that the differences between us could either be a source of conflicts, or the building blocks of some of our greatest strengths.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK SCRIPTURE TEXTS: Ephesians 4:1-6; Acts 13:36; Colossians 3:11 ILL. Maybe I should have realized it earlier, but ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6, Acts 13:36, Colossians 3:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

He Reigns Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Nov 3, 2023

The setting of this familiar story relates to a drought! It has not rained for three years (18:2 “the famine was severe”). It was a time of conflict and killing.

Reconnect With God: HE REIGNS 1 Kings 18 Introduction This month we will be focused on four iconic stories in the Bible, each one pointing us to reconnect with God when we have wandered away. Each one of these stories has a prophet or king at center. Each one an element or image that helps us ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Memorial Day Sunday

Contributed by Wiley Hughes on May 26, 2022

God is the ONE constant in a world of conflict, confusion, and chaos and we should turn to Him in worship and prayer when there is trouble around us.

Memorial Day Sunday Dr. Wiley Hughes Text: Isaiah 33:5-6 SUMMARY: God is the ONE constant in a world of conflict, confusion, and chaos and we should turn to Him in worship and prayer when there is trouble around us. In elementary school a tornado warning was issued, and I remember getting ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 33:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Vs. Egypt Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jul 29, 2022

The 10 plagues were not a mere battle of wills between Moses and Pharaoh. This was spiritual warfare. A conflict between the God of Israel and the gods of Egypt.

July 30, 2022 When we left Moses, he was on his way back to Egypt. Having finally arrived, he and Aaron went immediately to the elders of Israel. Aaron told them everything that had happened and performed the signs before them ---- and they believed!!! • Exodus 4:31 - …. And when they heard ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 6:1-8

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Peace Of Christmas PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 9, 2023

Explores the contrasting images of peace and conflict in Jesus' life and ministry, seeking understanding through God's word and guidance from the Holy Spirit.

Good morning, dear friends. It's a joy to be here with you today. We gather in this sacred space, hearts open, ready to receive God's word. We are here to find comfort, to find hope, to find peace. As we begin, let's turn our hearts and minds to the words of the prophet Isaiah. He wrote, "For to us ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6, Matthew 10:34-36, Luke 2:8-14

Topics: Prince Of Peace

Abigail PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 27, 2023

This sermon explores the story of Abigail and David, highlighting the power of wisdom in conflict and the divine guidance in our decisions that shape our destiny. Key

Good morning, beloved family of God. As we gather here today in the house of the Lord, I am reminded of the comforting words of the renowned preacher Charles Spurgeon who once said, "I have learned to kiss the wave that throws me against the Rock of Ages." It is a profound reminder that our trials ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 25:2-42

Topics: Peacemaker

How Do You Resolve Sin In The Church; Jesus Knows.

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Jan 18, 2014

Our goal is to live for one another; yet time and circumstances do not allow us that luxury and we fail. Most importantly we let God down, and when we do so, we feel bad; but Jesus knew that, and so, he tells us what to do, if we can only take his advice.

Summary: Our goal is to live for one another; yet time and circumstances do not allow us that luxury and we fail. Most importantly we let God down, and when we do so, we feel bad; but Jesus knew that, and so, he tells us what to do, if we can only take his advice. Exodus 12:1-14 Psalm 149 Romans ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Episcopal

Contentions In The Church. Series

Contributed by Okoye Benjamin on Mar 6, 2014

THE NEED FOR REPENTANCE AND RECONCILIATION

Contentions in the Church Lessons from Paul and Barnabas. ACTS 15:36-41. At times disagreement will occur among believers who love the Lord and one another. When this cannot be resolved, it is best to agree to disagree and let God work his will in the lives of all concerned. Differences in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:36-41

Denomination: Anglican

When Matters Matter Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 25, 2014

In matters of opinion the solution comes down to who will be more like Jesus.

1. Die Heretic A man said: I was walking across a bridge one day, and I saw a man standing on the edge, about to jump off. I immediately ran over and said, "Stop! Don't jump!" "Why shouldn't I?" he said. I said, "Well, there's so much to live for!" "Like what?" "Well ... are you religious or ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Applying Surrender Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Oct 1, 2014

Surrender, Unity, Fighting, The Church

LIFE APP – Applying Surrender James 4:1-12 (p. 848) October 5, 2014 Introduction: In my ministry life I’ve spent a great deal of time talking to people who couldn’t or wouldn’t see any reason to be a part of God’s family, the Church. Almost always ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Im The One To Blame

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Apr 13, 2015

We should do more looking out than looking in to see the truly valuable things of God in the lost people all around us. Break the alabaster box of your heart and pour out the love of God that is in you over them.

I’m the One to Blame When people examine the Easter story they often find many people to blame for Jesus betrayal, arrest, trial and crucifixion. In fact you could say it is a cast of thousands. Oddly enough while reading this familiar passage I was struck at how easily those who were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:1-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Devisive Christ

Contributed by Larry Turner on Apr 15, 2014

Jesus gave eight reasons for coming to the earth. Two of those reasons were controversal. He came to bring fire and a sword.

This Sunday is Palm Sunday. It commemorates Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem. It is the beginning of his last days on earth. Passover is a festival celebrated every year in Israel. It celebrates the night that the angel of death passed over the homes of the Jews, sparing their first born. God ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-51

Denomination: Foursquare

The Battle’s On: The Spirit Vs. The Flesh Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Feb 21, 2011

This message is the third in a series designed to be a journey of discovery. The goal of the series is to help each of us gain a better understanding of the Holy Spirit. This message examines the Spirit’s role in our ongoing battle with flesh.

How many of you have ever felt hopeless about your spiritual life improving? Paul’s words in Romans 8 should provide us with some hope. We often look at our spiritual lives and feel like we are failing to make any progress. Paul speaks of the reality of this struggle that is going on in each of our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Imitation Of Apostles-1 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 27, 2010

Timothy’s imitation of Paul was pivotal/formative to his overcoming a hostile environment. Imitation of godly people is pivotal to our overcoming a hostile environment. Why? Pivotal to our overcoming a hostile environment is Adherence to Authority’s...

OVERCOMING a HOSTILE ENVIRONMENT-I—2Timothy 3:10-17 A—IMITATION of APOSTLES(3:10-14) B—KNOWLEDGE of SCRIPTURES(3:15-17) A—IMITATION of APOSTLES-I-(3:10-14) Timothy’s imitation of Paul was pivotal/formative to his overcoming a hostile environment. Imitation of godly people is pivotal to our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:10-14

Denomination: Baptist