Sermons on Defends:

Fight Fair Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 2, 2006

Whether married or single, relating well to people includes conflict, so you may as well learn to fight well and to fight fair.

Fight Fair 1. • My wife and I were happy for twenty years. Then we met. —Rodney Dangerfield 2. Soon after our last child left home for college, my husband was resting next to me on the couch with his head in my lap. I carefully removed his glasses. “You know, honey,” I said sweetly, “without your ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 20:3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Stephen’s Sermon Part 1a Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 21, 2017

Stephen makes a rather long defense of himself before the council, after all, he is facing a death sentence. He doesn’t go directly to the point raised by his accusers, but instead goes into a lengthy history of his nation.

January 15, 2014 By: Tom Lowe Series:The Early Church Title: Stephen’s Sermon (7:1-53) Part 1a: verses 1-14 Introduction Stephen makes a rather long defense of himself before the council, after all, he is facing a death sentence. He ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

What You Believe, Does It Really Matter

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Jul 30, 2010

• I have a question to propose to you this morning. Does what you believe really matter? Does what you believe really make a difference or affect the outcome of your life? • A large percentage of Americans no longer believe in the truth of God’s Word.

Introduction • I have a question to propose to you this morning. Does what you believe really matter? Does what you believe really make a difference or affect the outcome of your life? • A large percentage of Americans no longer believe in the truth of God’s Word. • Many ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stronghold Beliefs Part 2

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jun 9, 2019

This message is Part 2 of this series. In this message I review how stronghold beliefs are developed and the impact that doubting has on the creation of stronghold beliefs. Next week I will go into more depth on the stronghold beliefs that all Christians should have represented in their life.

Stronghold Beliefs Part 2 Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5; Luke 1:18-20, 64; Romans 10:17 This is Part 2 of my series on Stronghold Beliefs. Last week I shared with you that this series will focus on the stronghold beliefs that we need to develop versus those that need to come down because ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5, Luke 1:18-64, Romans 10:17, Hebrews 11:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Contending For The Faith: Lessons From The Epistle Of Jude Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 10, 2023

Delve into the powerful and concise Epistle of Jude, a letter filled with wisdom and guidance for our journey of faith.

"Contending for the Faith: Lessons from the Epistle of Jude" Today, we delve into the powerful and concise Epistle of Jude, a letter filled with wisdom and guidance for our journey of faith. Let us turn to the New Living Translation of the Bible as we explore the teachings of Jude. 1. ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:3, Jude 1:4, Jude 1:21

Denomination: Pentecostal

There Must Be More To Love Than This.

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Jul 27, 2020

This is about a mature love that grows as our knowledge grows about the one true God.

There is a song where a woman with a flat tire on a cold wet very dark night, has a man stop to help her change her flat tire. He won't take money for helping her but tells her to pass it on to someone else that she can help. She stops at a dinner and tips the pregnant waitress that looks ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Truth About Truth Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 18, 2019

Truth begins and continues with God. It has no end.

THE TRUTH ABOUT TRUTH I TIMOTHY 4:1-16 Introduction: Chapter one – the message (proclaim it). Chapter two – worship (participate in it). Chapter three – leadership (provide it). Chapter four – doctrine (protect and promote it). There are some in our congregations who have departed from the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Dangers Of Speaking Ill Of Godly Women Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 10, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical reasons why we should refrain from speaking ill of godly women, the differences between worldly and godly women, and the consequences of speaking ill of them.

As believers, we are called to uphold the highest standards of integrity, love, and respect, especially towards our sisters in Christ. Unfortunately, it's not uncommon to witness or experience hurtful words and accusations directed towards godly women. In this sermon, we'll explore the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29-32, Psalm 37:23-24

Keep America Beautiful

Contributed by Bradley Kellum on Sep 3, 2009

How can we keep America beautiful?

KEEP AMERICA BEAUTIFUL! Romans 10:15 INTRODUCTION I believe out of all of the 200 some odd countries in the world, America is the most blessed. Do you believe that America is a blessed nation? If you don’t, all you have to do is take a few international trips to some foreign countries and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:10-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Actions Of A Godly Servant

Contributed by Greg Addison on May 2, 2011

Here is a message that uses the life and actions of Nehemiah as a lesson to challenge and teach the true nature of a servant. This message would work for either dicsipleship or as a challenge for an ordination service.

THE ACTIONS OF A MAN GOD USES One of the greatest issues facing the church today is the dearth of leadership. There has never been a greater need for God called, God inspired, God equipped leadership. God has however taught us all we need to learn about leadership in the Bible. He has also ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

Paul Before King Agrippa Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Oct 8, 2021

There is a proverbial saying that 'all prisoners are not criminals, and all freed are not righteous'. It is true in every generation and every nation. Paul desired that all his hearers must accept Gospel and worship Jesus Christ.

Acts 25:23-26:32 Paul Before Agrippa 25:23-27 Festus presented Case of Paul to Agrippa 26:01-23 Paul defends his case before Agrippa 26:24-32 Views of Festus and King Agrippa on Gospel Acts 25:23-27 Festus presented the Case of Paul to Agrippa. The introduction of the trial of Paul by King ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

F.i.g.h.t. For Your Family Series

Contributed by Wayne Essex on Jan 29, 2019

What did the smartest man who ever lived have to say about it

LIVING WISE IN A STUPID WORLD What did the smartest man you ever lived have to say about it F.I.G.H.T. For Your Family Text: Proverbs 1:8-19 F.athers and mothers need to teach their children how to defend theirselves and others. *Proverbs 22:6 *Proverbs 22:10 *Psalm 82:4 I.nsist ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:8-19

Denomination: Baptist

Contending For The Faith Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Sep 7, 2021

Once their is a transforming moment in our lives there must also be a time to share our faith with those who need to know Jesus as Lord instead of just Jesus as a biblical character.

Navigating the Journey #2 Contending for the faith Jude Introduction- As we continue our series Navigation the journey, I going to make a harsh statement- God doesn’t always wait till everything is good to work miracles in our lives. God isn’t limited to doing things only when things are out of ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

When World Peace Isn't God's Will

Contributed by Doug Mccoy on Feb 21, 2019

Everyone seems to value world peace, but the God who wants us to return to Him doesn't value it as much as our well-being.

Text: Zechariah 1:7-21 Title: When World Peace Isn’t God’s Will Type: Expository Purpose: Show hearer God is overcoming their oppressors. Main Idea: God is determined to overcome our oppressors. Opening: World Peace. Sometime, somewhere, somehow I saw the Sandra Bullock movie Miss ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 1:7-21

In Gethsemane's Shadows Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Mar 20, 2004

This is the first in a series of Easter Sermons addressing the Passion of Christ. What can we learn from those 4 climactic days leading to the resurrection?

The Passion Pt 1 In Gethsemane¡¦s Shadows Luke 22:39-46 The Passion ¡V Nothing in the last 20 years has raised so much awareness of the climax of our Lord¡¦s ministry upon the earth. I must confess that I have not seen the movie yet ¡V but I¡¦ve done something better ¡V I¡¦ve read the book. I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-46

Denomination: *other