Sermons on Devil Ordained:

A Transition Of Power (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Jan 13, 2010

A sermon examining the indwelling of the Holy Spirit.

A TRANSITION OF POWER Part 2 Acts 1:1-3 (Antioch Baptist Church: Sunday morning – February 2nd, 2025) Throughout my life I have witnessed seven transitions of power as one presidential administration handed over the responsibility of governing the United States to another. On May 6th, 2023, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

You Shall Not Lie Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 21, 2021

It is Better, to tell the truth, that hurts and then heals than to tell a lie that comforts & then kills. It is Better to be Hated for Telling the Truth than to be Loved for Telling a Lie. It is Better to Stand Alone with the Truth than to be Wrong with the Multitude

In December 2001 George O’Leary was at the top of the coaching profession. He had just been named the head football coach at the University of Notre Dame – the Fighting Irish. It was a dream of a lifetime. O’Leary was in charge of one of the most prestigious sports programs in the world. Then two ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:16, Proverbs 12:22

Denomination: Baptist

You Have A "Tell”

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Nov 14, 2022

In the game of Poker, a player will look for behaviors to determine what kind of cards another player is holding. In the same way, Satan looks for behaviors in our lives to see if he can get an advantage ver us.

Open your Bibles to First Peter chapter five. We’re going to read verse eight. “Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about seeking whom he may devour.” The word “seeking” means “to seek with the intention of killing.” Now let that sink in. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8, Isaiah 14:12-15, Matthew 4:1, Revelation 12:10, Psalm 103:12, Matthew 4:10, Proverbs 3:25, Mark 4:15, Matthew 13:19, Luke 8:12, Luke 6:45, Matthew 4:3, Matthew 4:5-6, 2 Corinthians 4:4, Hosea 4:6, Matthew 4:4, Matthew 4:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Did Jesus Condemn And Critically Spoke Of Others? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 20, 2025

Jesus criticized the Pharisees and Sadducees for their hypocrisy..

Jesus did condemn and critically speak of others in certain situations. It's essential to note that Jesus' criticisms were: Directed at specific behaviors or attitudes, rather than at individuals as a whole. Motivated by a desire to correct and redeem, rather than to condemn or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:12-13, Mark 8:15

Holiness – Part 2 – You Be Holy Series

Contributed by John Bright on Jun 22, 2023

In the Wesleyan tradition, we rely on a clear understanding of holiness. This series clears ups some modern-day misunderstandings. Teaching sheet at end of sermon.

"Holiness – Part 2 – You be Holy" 2 Peter 1:2-4 Pastor John Bright 2 Peter 1 “2 Grace and peace be multiplied to you in the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord, 3 as His divine power has given to us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of Him who ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:2-4, Psalm 139:13-14, John 6:44, Genesis 1:27, Galatians 5:19-25, 2 Corinthians 3:17-18, Colossians 3:8-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

The Pandemic Crisis Could Be Our New Appointment To Rise Up

Contributed by Patrick Usifo on Jul 18, 2020

Even so, the plans of the Lord always carry with her the potential to move us to a new level of experience. According to His purpose, God can allow changes when it is ordained to take us to Mount Pisgah so we can see the Promised Land.

Moreover, as humans, we are accustomed to believing that unplanned changes caused by a crisis are not our friends because they tend to threaten and upset the balance of our nature and livelihood. However, what looks like unplanned changes to us maybe God’s plan according to His purpose. But can God ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28, Ephesians 1:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Patriotic Christians #4 - Respecting Our Leaders Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Nov 1, 2020

Though we may not agree with our elected officials, we have a duty to God to respect them, to honor them, to submit to their leadership, and obey them. God has ordained the governing authorities, and by respecting and honoring them, we show respect and honor to God.

Patriotic Christians #4 Respecting Our Leaders Theme: Though we may not agree with our elected officials, we have a duty to God to respect them, to honor them, to submit to their leadership, and obey them. God has ordained the governing authorities, and by respecting and honoring them, we show ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7, 1 Peter 2:13-17, Acts 4:19-20, Acts 5:29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Disintegration Of The Family As A Unit In Today’s Society : A Biblical Examination Series

Contributed by Sandeep Samson on Mar 27, 2025

The family, ordained by God from Creation (Genesis 2:24), is under unprecedented attack in modern times. As society drifts from biblical foundations, we witness the tragic disintegration of what God designed as the primary institution for nurturing faith, morality, and human flourishing.

I. Historical Context: God’s Design vs. Human Fragmentation Biblical Foundation a. God established the family before governments or churches existed. His design included: - Marriage as a sacred covenant (Malachi 2:14, Matthew 19:6) - Children as blessings to be raised in godly ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1, Genesis 2:24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sermon # 46 - Are You Running Away? Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Nov 29, 2023

Are you trying to run away from God ordained relationships because you are unable to handle them? Stop and get back to God and submit to His authority. The Lord can do wonders to restore relationships, and He will bring peace to our restless hearts.

If one were to describe this period of time, in which we are living, we can depict it as a time when people are constantly running away. We hear of families who are in distress, because the husband or wife chose to walk away from home leaving their spouse and children in a state of abandonment. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9, Genesis 16:1-2, Genesis 16:8, Revelation 3:7, Deuteronomy 28:23, Genesis 16:4-6, Genesis 16:9-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

The Church In The Storm

Contributed by Brian Chavarria on Oct 18, 2000

INTRODUCTION: People who live Godly lives will suffer persecution, and where the gifts of the Spirit of God are in operation, the dirty old devil will stir up trouble.

INTRODUCTION: People who live Godly lives will suffer persecution, and where the gifts of the Spirit of God are in operation, the dirty old devil will stir up trouble. The gifts in operation in Acts chapters 12 and 13 were the gifts of power: the gift of faith and the gift of working of miracles. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-12

Dangling Keys

Contributed by James Bryant on Mar 20, 2001

This sermon will help one to see the need to stay on their toes spiritually. Due to the fact that the Devil is looking for weakness in our lives to bring harm to each of us.

Dangling Keys 1 Peter 5:8 (8) Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: If I were to ask the question tonight, “What do you do when the lion roars,” what would you say? Me? I WOULD RUN! ! ! Naaahhh, but seriously, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8

Denomination: Baptist

When You Pray

Contributed by Benny Horn on Nov 3, 2001

Jesus taught us how to pray by His perfect example, and yet He never interrupted His precious time with the Father, by stopping to speak to the devil.

When You Pray November 14,1999 Sermon at A.B.C. Introduction: The Bible tells us to pray without ceasing. Do we do this? God wants us to fellowship with Him. He wants us to share everything in our lives with Him. He wants us to talk to Him just as we do to our wife, husband, brothers, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:16, Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Breaking Deadly Cycles

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jul 31, 2002

One of the devils greatest tools against the children of God is get us caught in deadly cycles, this message will help you break those cycles for good.

3Ye have compassed this mountain long enough: turn you northward. (KJV) we find here that, God affords us some training time in the wilderness. The inference here is also that God knows that our tendency is to fall or slip into a state of wandering (moving without vision, without passion and ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 2:3, Deuteronomy 2:3-4, Deuteronomy 2:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Door Of Disobedience

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Feb 17, 2003

...the devil is still your enemy and is doing everything he can to deceive you, pull you down into his traps of sin, and enslave you.

THE DOOR OF DISOBEDIENCE It is good to be in God’s house during the Christmas Season. Next week, Lord willing, I will bring a message about the birth of Christ. But I am impressed of the Lord to try and finish last weeks message about “lawlessness”, as it relates to God’s Holy Word. This is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:3-13, Revelation 3:20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Title: Proclaiming Freedom In Christ

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jul 5, 2007

Christians in America are called by God’s Word to live in such a way that proclaims freedom, freedom from the bondage of the flesh, the lures of the world and from the lies of the devil.

Turn your Bibles to 1 Peter 2:16 Title: Proclaiming Freedom in Christ Theme: Living Responsibly Before Christ and Men Listen as I read 1 Peter 2:16, “Live as free men, but do not use your freedom as a cover-up for evil; live as servants of God. The King James Bible translates 1 Peter 2: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational