Sermons on Enemies Of Israel:

The Preaching Pagan: Artaxerxes Series

Contributed by Larry Wilson on Jul 30, 2010

Sermon 13 in the series. God simply cannot be placed in a box. When He so chooses, He can use pagan kings to accomplish His will and His plan for Israel. In a letter preserved for us, not in Hebrew, but in the Aramaic, we have the word for word decree of

The Book of Ezra Study #13 (Ezra 7:11-28) The Preaching Pagan: Artaxerxes Introduction: • Between the events of chapter 6 and the return of Ezra in chapter 7 is a period of fifty-seven years. • The entire book of Esther fits between these chapters. • We now find ourselves at a ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 7:11-28

Denomination: Baptist

The House That God Built

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Dec 20, 2008

We have an edifice complex. We have a problem wanting to build up "houses" for God but God wants to build a house for us. Let Him.

-Building a house is an impossible task -We’ve had two homes built for us while we were in Iowa -Both of them were horrific messes -We wanted the white package with the first home – it was a spec that we added a few upgrades to -They probably called us a dozen times to make sure that we indeed ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:1-16

Denomination: Lutheran

Power's Seduction Series

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Mar 12, 2002

Easter reflection series: Jesus had power to subdue his enemies who came for him, why did He refuse to act with power and how we can respond with His life when power seduces us

Power’s Seduction Easter Reflection Series Mark 15:1-32 A. The Fallacy of Power Ever seen an abacus? U know those centipede-like things with wooden beads in rows. It’s a Chinese adding machine, calculator and PC even before the PC was invented. Still in use today in Asia, and perhaps u may ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:1-32

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Down Is Not Your Destiny

Contributed by Robbie Bankens on May 10, 2006

The enemy may have barraged you with trouble, he may have even tripped you up and you may have stumbled, but being down is not where God has destined you to be. You shall arise!

MICAH 7:8 NIV “Do not gloat over me, my enemy! Though I have fallen, I WILL arise! Though I sit in darkness, the Lord WILL be my light!” Folks, I won’t be long this afternoon, but I am here to preach to somebody today that “Down Is Not Your Destiny”. There are some, who have been under ...read more

Scripture: Micah 7:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Staying Loyal Under Pressure Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jun 10, 2004

How do you remain loyal to the Lord when you are in the camp of the enemy? What causes loyalty failure and what can prevent it? We discover much about this in a closer look at Peter’s denial of Jesus.

The Lone Ranger and Tonto were being chased and had ridden their horses into a canyon with no way out when the Lone Ranger noticed that there were Indians all around them. Startled and out of options he said, “Tonto! Tonto! The Indians have surrounded us; we are in terrible trouble! What are we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:57-71

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

No Condemnation

Contributed by John Gaston on Jun 19, 2014

One of the greatest tools of the enemy to hinder the Saints of God is condemnation. This lie causes countless millions of God's people to sit on the sidelines. Truth is, God works in the midst of sin, imputes righteousness, & doesn't count temptation.

NO CONDEMNATION Rom. 8:1-2 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. An elephant was drinking out of a pond one day, when he spotted a turtle asleep on a log. Without warning, he strolled over, picked it up & threw it as far as he could with his trunk. 2. "What did you do that for?" asked a passing aardvark. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Strong In Christ Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Apr 17, 2012

The apostle Paul tells what it means to be strong in Christ. 1- We access God’s armor 2- We recognize God’s enemy 3- We serve God’s saints

INTRO.- There is strength and there is strength. ILL.- A young strong man at the construction site was bragging that he could outdo anyone in a feat of strength. He kept making fun of one of the older workers. After several minutes, the older worker had had enough. "Why don't you put your ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

#19~seventeen~ Bible Number Meanings Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Feb 23, 2012

Seventeen is found in our KJ Bible TEN times, seventeenth SIX times, all through God’s Word, both the Old and New Testaments, SEVENTEEN is revealed as bearing the meaning of "vanquishing the enemy" and complete victory in Christ."

#19~SEVENTEEN~ BIBLE NUMBER MEANINGS 2-25-12 The numbers SEVENTEEN signifies "vanquishing the enemy" and complete victory in Christ. Seventeen is found in our KJ Bible TEN times, seventeenth SIX times, all through God’s Word, both the Old and New ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 7:11

Denomination: Baptist

The Rivalry (Psalm 2) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 14, 2012

In this expository, alliterated sermon, Psalm 2 publicizes a great rivalry between God and his enemies which includes a Serious Rebellion, a Sovereign Reaction, and a Safe Refuge. Custom PowerPoint is available if you e-mail me.

The Rivalry Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 2/26/12 I’ll never forget watching the 1991 NBA Finals. It was billed as one of the greatest matchups in NBA history. It was dubbed “Manifest Destiny: Magic vs. Michael” by the Chicago Tribune and called “The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian Church

5 Avenues Of The Soul

Contributed by Scott Carroll on May 20, 2011

The soul is in imminent peril of being lost. • The powers of hell are laboring to destroy the soul. From these five avenues the enemy tries to sabotage our soul's salvation 1. UNDERSTANDING-- The eye of the mind, the inlet of knowledge. 2. WILL--

5 AVENUES OF THE SOUL Sunday, February 06, 2011 Matt 10:28-31 28 And fear not them which kill the body, but are not able to kill the soul: but rather fear him which is able to destroy both soul and body in hell. 29 Are not two sparrows sold for a farthing? and one of them shall not fall on the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:28-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Foundations Of Victory

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 6, 2011

The greatest snare the enemy uses is in the area of preventing/denying the truth. Our faith, battle strategy are all based upon 3 unchanging biblical & spiritual foundations. The finished work of Christ. The believers union with Christ. The present wo

Foundations of Victory (Nov. 30th 2011) 3 Suffer hardship with me, as a good soldier of Christ Jesus.4 No soldier in active service entangles himself in the affairs of everyday life, so that he may please the one who enlisted him as a soldier.2 Tim 2:3-4 (NASB) A The text describes every Christian ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

Securing The City Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 14, 2016

Godly character and how you live your life is always your greatest defense against the enemy. Nehemiah appoints people who are faithful to God and trustworthy to follow God's commands to help him secure this treasured city.

Securing the City Nehemiah 6:15 – 7:5 Introduction - Nehemiah is a great study of leadership; shows faithful obedience to God - This morning, we continue our examination of this incredible story -- Nehemiah’s leadership has helped them complete the wall’s construction -- But ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Self-Esteem Or God Esteem?" - Lesson 3 - How To Focus On God's Image – Not Yours Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 10, 2020

IV. A. Self-detachment B. Death C. Understanding The Cross D. Application E. The Dealing Of God F. The Real Enemy G. Ascension Of Jesus H. Human Weakness / Divine Strength I. Right With God

QUESTION: If I am the problem, what is the solution? __________________________________________________________________ IV. FOCUSING ON GOD'S IMAGE – NOT YOURS A. Self-Detachment. 1. Matt 16:24 "deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. i. Such self-denial is not the giving up ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24, 2 Corinthians 5:15, 1 Corinthians 15:45, Romans 5:18, 1 Corinthians 1:30, 2 Corinthians 5:14, Galatians 2:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Father Deficiency Disorder”

Contributed by Thilini Perera on Jan 4, 2021

MALACHI 4:5-6 SHEDS LIGHT ON A VICIOUS STRATEGY THE ENEMY DEVISES TO DAMAGE THE VERY FABRIC OF THE SOCIETY JUST BY CRAWLING INTO THE BEAUTIFUL NESTS OF GOD’S PEOPLE IN THE ENDTIMES, MAKING A SERIOUS FRACTURE IN THE FATHER-CHILD BOND.

SERMON OVERVIEW A. ORIGINAL STATUS OF THE FAMILY B. THE FALL OF THE ORIGINAL FAMILY C. CURRENT CONTEXT OF FAMILIES D. RESTORATION OF THE FAMILY IN ENDTIMES D.1 RESTORE GOD’S DEFINITION OF FAMILY D.2 RESTORE ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES D.3 RESTORE WATCHMAN DUTY OF THE FATHER ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-15, 1 Corinthians 4:14-16, Proverbs 22:6, Matthew 13:25-26, 1 Peter 5:8, Genesis 2:15, 1 Kings 18:21, Proverbs 16:24-26, Deuteronomy 6:6-7, Malachi 4:5-6  (view more)  (view less)

No Condemnation

Contributed by Michael Carter on Nov 9, 2019

Living in Christ means that our minds and hearts will continue to grow and conform in Him, but our old selves don't want to let go and our common enemy will find ways to remind us of our failures.

No Condemnation Just a show of hands please. Who here wants to live a life of regrets? Ok. And a show of hands for who wants to life a life of rejection? Anyone? OK. How about a show of hands for who wants to have a life of pain and anguish? What? No takers? Hard crowd. Ok, let me try another ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1, Romans 7:21-25