Sermons on Divisions And Offenses:

No Mere Men-3--Sec. 1, Part 3 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 19, 2014

3 of 10. Paul reveals the traits of unspiritual men. Unspiritual men are unable to exist in harmony. But Why? Because...No mere men can Overcome...

NO MERE MEN-III—1Corinthians 3:1-9 Paul reveals the traits of unspiritual men. Unspiritual men are unable to exist in harmony. Why are the unspiritual unable to live in harmony? Because...No mere men can Overcome... And as we discovered previously—No mere men can Overcome... 1. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Sin: An Offense Against God Part 2 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Nov 9, 2014

Part two of this series focuses on the book of Jude and the warning we were given about false teachers and sin being in our midst.

Sin: An Offense against God Scriptures: Rev. 12:10; 1 Corinthians 5; Jude Introduction: This morning I want to continue the message I started last week titled “Sin: An Offense against God.” If you recall from last week, I told you that this message originated from several ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ready For Anything (Part 4: Going On The Offensive) Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 9, 2024

This exposition from Ephesians 6:10-18 deals with the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit. The prayer called for in verse 18 is part of the teaching concerning spiritual warfare. While a good defense is necessary, Christians must go on the offensive and fulfill the Great Commission.

Intro We are dealing with spiritual warfare using Ephesians 6:10-18 as our text. Every Christian needs to know how to do spiritual warfare because every Christian is a soldier. Like it or not, you are in a fight with the devil. His intentions toward you are not good. He hates you because he hates ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18, 2 Timothy 2:3, Proverbs 3:1-8, 2 Corinthians 10:13, Hebrews 10:1-38, Psalm 140:7, Hebrews 4:12, Luke 4:1-10, Matthew 28:18-20, Hebrews 13:1-8, Romans 8:1-24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

The Wisdom Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 3, 2017

God's wisdom is far superior to the wisdom of this world.

The Wisdom Of The Cross Text: 1 Cor. 1:18-25 Introduction 1. Illustration: Jesus Christ is the only who lived who claimed to be God and proved to be God. When I compare this to all other claimants of all other religions, it is like the poet who said, 'The night has a thousand eyes and the day ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: Methodist

Be Wise In What Is Good

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Aug 8, 2022

There is tremendous pressure for us to abandon the teachings that have been handed down to us from Jesus and the apostles. The pressure comes from our society in general, which has become so liberal and atheistic. And Paul warns that it can even come from inside the church.

Alba 8-7-2022 BE WISE IN WHAT IS GOOD Romans 16:17-21 Before smart meters, overcoming locked gates, tall fences and snapping dogs always presented a challenge for meter readers. They were required to actually read all meters, no estimates allowed. One time a worker in Oklahoma succeeded in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:17-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Offense Leads To Anger, Bitterness And Unforgiveness

Contributed by Glynda Lomax on Aug 13, 2018

How to stop being offended before it starts. How not to let anger turn into unforgiveness and bitterness of the soul

Have you ever known someone who had a spirit of anger? They are perpetually angry. Every time you talk to them, they are angry at someone or about something. They seem to thrive on their anger. They are easily offended and bitterness pours from their lips whenever they speak. Somewhere in their ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

The Great Offensive - Spiritual Warfare Part 5 Series

Contributed by Emile Wolfaardt on May 8, 2009

(PowerPoint slides freely available by emailing Emile@Wolfaardt.com)

Spiritual Warfare (SW-05) The Great Offensive - (SW-05) 1 Corinthians 9:23-27 Every day 150 000 people die - that is 6250 per hour - or 104 per minute or almost 2 people every second - their lives are snuffed out - and the majority of them go to a lost eternity in the flames of Hell that last for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:23-27

Denomination: *other

Sin: An Offense Against God Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Nov 3, 2014

This series examines our developing attitudes towards the acceptance of sin according to the world's interpretation of what sin is.

Sin: An Offense Against God Scriptures: Revelations 13:3-8; 16-18; 20:12-15; 12:10; 1 Corinthians 5 Introduction: This morning I want to address the subject of sin, but not necessarily in the traditional sense. This was the message I had planned to deliver three weeks ago but delayed it until ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 13:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"I Am The Bread Of Life: Offensive Words”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Aug 6, 2024

The radical claim of Jesus is that He is God in flesh whom the Father has sent into the world to provide forgiveness and eternal life. He is the rue manna. There is a chart that reviews the different understandings of the Sacrament adopted from Crossways.

In Jesus Holy Name August 11, 2024 Text: John 6:38,40 Pentecost XII “I AM the bread of Life: Offensive Words” Last Sunday our Gospel reading was from John chapter 6. Today our Gospel reading is from John Chapter 6. I said to myself “How can I preach on the same theme, “Jesus is ...read more

Scripture: John 6:35-56, Colossians 2:14, Matthew 26:26

Denomination: Lutheran

The Spirit Of Offense (A Sign Of End Times)

Contributed by Sheryln Miller on Jan 31, 2019

Did you know that one of the signs that we are in the last days is that people are so quickly angered and offended.

Due to today’s political environment many are saying we are living in the last days. A fellow told me he realized we are living in the last days, when Donald Trump was elected and named his motorcade limo “The Beast.” I haven’t told him yet, but it looks like the beast was made and named in 2015 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is Your Best Offense Really A Good Defense?

Contributed by Darian Catron on Mar 17, 2022

Why are so many so offended by everything today, and are we exempt from this problem? What is the best response (the Christlike one) when things are offensive to us?

INTRODUCTION: Illustration- There’s an old saying – “The best defense is a good offense.” It’s been used in sports, in business, and in war. It’s also known as the strategic offensive principle of war. The theory is that being proactive with a strong offensive action will make your opponent so ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-36, Romans 12:14, James 1:19-20, Ephesians 4:26-27, Colossians 3:12-13, Romans 12:17-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Offense Defense - Pt. 2 - Anger Danger Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Aug 24, 2019

How do you handle hurt feelings? Where is your line? Do you have any offense defense?

I. Introduction He set down in his assigned, first class seat and as the plane prepared to start down the tarmac the stewardess approached Mohammad Ali and said, "Mr. Ali I need you to buckle your seatbelt." Ali looked back with his famous swaggy smile and said "Superman don't ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:3-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Offense Defense - Pt. 3 - Handling Hurt Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Aug 24, 2019

How do you handle hurt feelings? Where is your line? Do you have any offense defense?

I. Introduction In 1990, I graduated and moved to SC. Applied to receive license. Election year. If we let you get your license with long hair it will cost us votes. The Bishop at that time stepped in and made it possible to get my license. But then he taught me a very valuable lesson. He pulled me ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:165

Denomination: Pentecostal

Following Jesus Alone Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Jun 17, 2007

Why are there so many divisions (denomitaions) among God’s people. Why can’t we get along? Aseemingly minor event in the life of our Lord will help us to better understand how things got the way they are—and what we can do to fix them.

by Scott Bayles Following Jesus part 3 Following Jesus Alone Have you ever stopped to count all the churches in your town? Take a leisurely drive through Any Town, U.S.A. and try counting all the church buildings you see—you’ll probably run out of fingers and toes. Let your fingers walk through ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-41

Denomination: Christian Church

Ever Opened And Made New

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jun 1, 2020

The Holy Spirit of God fills us up with the divine will and sends us into the world that we may be agents of God's life and healing love.

May 31, 2020 Pentecost Sunday Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Acts 2:1-21 Ever Opened and Made New Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Pray with me: Breathe on me, Breath of God! Fill me with life anew. That I may love ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: Lutheran