Sermons on Enemy Strategy:

Won't You Be My Neighbor? Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 11, 2021

The Bible says that our love for our enemies is proof that we are believers in Christ.

One of the more famous stories in all of literature comes from the earliest parts of our Bible. Cain and Abel, the children of Adam and Eve, are in conflict Cain actually murders Abel. God quickly confronts Cain with these words: “Where is Abel your brother?” He said, “I do not know; am I my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:12, Matthew 22:37-40

Denomination: Baptist

Zephaniah

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Mar 25, 2021

Day of Judgment on Judah, Judgments on Judah’s Enemies, Woe to Jerusalem and the Nations

CHAPTER 1 The word of the LORD which came to Zephaniah son of Cushi, son of Gedaliah, son of Amariah, son of Hezekiah, in the days of Josiah son of Amon, king of Judah: 2 “I will completely remove all things From the face of the [a]earth,” declares the LORD. THIS IS A STRONG WARNING 3 “I will ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

I’m On The Verge Of A Breakthrough 2nd Samuel 5:20

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Mar 25, 2021

When the enemy comes against you, trust God to give you a breakthrough.

And David came to Baalperazim, and David smote them there, and said, The LORD hath broken forth upon mine enemies before me, as the breach of waters. Therefore, he called the name of that place Baalperazim. The reason why I have docked my discourse on this spiritual document, which details some ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 5:20

Denomination: Baptist

Psalms 23: In The Lord's Presence

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Apr 19, 2020

To show the importance of being in God’s presence and leadership, not to be distracted by our enemies.

Title: Psalms 23: In His Presence Theme: To show the importance of being in God’s presence and leadership, not to be distracted by our enemies. Text: Psalms 23 Psalms 23:1 A Psalm of David. The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. Shepherd – leader, guide. Always out front. Someone we can ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:5

Denomination: Church Of God

The Attack On Our Character Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Aug 25, 2022

God gives us our identity and the enemy immediately tries to distort it.

Nehemiah Chapter Two – The Attack on Our Character August 21, 2022 Nehemiah 2:17-19 NIV “Then I said to them, "You see the trouble we are in: Jerusalem lies in ruins, and its gates have been burned with fire. Come, let us rebuild the wall of Jerusalem, and we will no longer be in ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:17-19, Genesis 3:1, Matthew 3:17, Psalm 1:1, Luke 22:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Demonstrate Love Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 26, 2023

Serve one another and your enemies, and so demonstrate that you follow Jesus.

Robert Holmes, in his book God’s Man, describes a man who went home with his friend for dinner. The man was impressed by the way his friend entered the house, asked his wife how her day went, and told her she looked pretty. Then, after they embraced, she served dinner. After they ate, the husband ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-35, Philippians 2:6-8

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Position Yourself Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Mar 22, 2015

A message on praise and positioning ourselves for God to deliver us from our enemies.

Title: Position Yourself Theme: Setting ourselves in the right position of praise so the Lord can deliver us. Text: Matthew 6:9-14, 2 Chronicles 20:14-23 Offering: 2 Corinthians 9:5-7 Therefore I thought it necessary to exhort the brethren to go to you ahead of time, and prepare your generous ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:13-24, Matthew 6:6-9

Denomination: Church Of God

Jehovah Mephalti (Lord My Deliverer)

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Jun 18, 2018

The God of Abraham, Isaac and Israel shall deliver from every trap of the enemy

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: JEHOVAH MEPHALTI (LORD MY DELIVERER) Acts 9:23-25 King James Version (KJV) 23 And after that many days were fulfilled, the Jews took counsel to kill him: 24 But their laying await was known of Saul. And they watched the gates day and night to kill ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:23-25

Denomination: Charismatic

Be Alert Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 11, 2018

4th in a series on Spiritual warfare emphasizing the need to be alert to the enemy's schemes

"Spiritually Aware, Alert, Armed and Aggressive" Pt 4 REVIEW I. Be Aware A. Aware of God and His purposes B. Aware of our Worth and position in Christ C. Aware of the battlefields 1. Fight with the WORLD -- separation 2. Fight with the FLESH – live by the direction and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Iiib2― Reasons For This Concern (Colossians 2:4-5) Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Nov 4, 2018

Knowing that there were already enemies attacking the church in Colossae, Paul offered encouragement.

9/3/18 Tom Lowe IIIB2? Reasons for This Concern (Colossians 2:4-5) • “Special Notes” and “Scripture” follow associated verses. • NIV Bible is used throughout unless noted otherwise. Colossians 2:4-5 (NIV) (4) I tell you this so that no one may deceive you by fine-sounding arguments. (5) For ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

Redemption Of The Faithful Remnant

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Dec 15, 2018

Zephaniah delivers a prophecy of redemption to the faithful remnant of Israel, scattered by her enemies.

December 16, 2018 Zephaniah 3:14-20 Redemption of the Faithful Remnant Folks, I read through the lectionary readings for today and honestly felt drawn from preparing yet another Christmas sermon. And then lo and behold, I read the Old Testament reading of Zephaniah 3:14-20. ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:14-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Surprise, Surprise, Surprise Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on May 29, 2023

The one that had been the enemy of the church has now become the champion of the church.

Surprise, Surprise, Surprise Text: Acts 9:20-31 Introduction 1. When I was growing up, my three favorite TV shows were the Beverly Hillbillies, the Andy Griffith Show, and Gomer Pyle USMC. There are certain lines from these shows that always make me think of them. Like the Beverly Hillbillies, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:20-31

Denomination: Methodist

A Night Of Divine Visitation Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 27, 2025

A night of divine visitation is a night where impossibilities are overruled and the plans of the enemy are reversed.

A NIGHT OF DIVINE VISITATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 12:6-10 Supporting Texts: Psalm 30:5, Exodus 12:29-31, Genesis 32:24-30, Luke 2:8-11, Job 33:14-18 INTRODUCTION: There are nights that change the course of destiny. In the spiritual realm, nights are symbolic of seasons of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:6-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Devil's Agenda Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 4, 2024

As Christians, we are in a spiritual battle against a cunning, crafty, and powerful enemy - the devil.

We must acknowledge that our enemy, the devil, has a specific agenda. He wants to deceive and blind us, leading us away from the truth and into darkness. But as children of light, we must be aware of his tactics and stand firm in the truth. The devil wants to blind us with lies and shroud us in ...read more

Scripture: John 8:44, Ephesians 4:25, John 3:19-21, 1 Corinthians 14:33, James 4:1, Ephesians 6:11-12  (view more)  (view less)

The Challenger Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Recognizing and overcoming the enemy's tactics of fear, doubt, and condemnation through faith in God.

Imagine you're facing a nine-foot-tall giant. Scary, right? That's what the Israelites were dealing with in 1 Samuel 17. Goliath was this massive dude who had everyone shaking in their boots. He's like that big problem you're facing that seems impossible to beat. God tells us in Joshua 1:9, 'Be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-11, 1 Peter 5:8

Topics: Self-Confidence, Emotional Healing, Personal Growth, Inner Peace