Sermons on Expectation Vs Reality:

The Reality Of Spiritual Warfare

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Nov 1, 2004

Spiritual warfare is a very real thing and we must be prared for it.

The Reality of Spiritual Warfare Ephesians 6:10-13 I. We Must Recognize the Enemy (11b-12) A. The Enemy is Satan (v. 11b) 1. He is the Tempter 2. He is the Accuser of the Brethren 3. He is the King of Lies 4. He is a Schemer B. The Enemy has an Army (v. 12b) C. The Enemy is Many Times Overlooked ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

A Christmas Reality Check

Contributed by Gene Haraldsen on Jul 15, 2004

Sometimes we romanticize Christmas and when we do we miss some of its most crucial messages. The real story of Christmas is about real life and real struggles and real truth.

A Christmas Reality Check Luke 2:1-7 The Christmas of today is very different than the first Christmas: Today: The manger scene usually includes angels hovering, shepherds watching, animals gazing, clean straw, a strong looking Joseph, a vulnerable yet invincible baby, a halo over Mary’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Reality Of Spiritual Warfare

Contributed by Barry Davis on Aug 16, 2004

This sermon is designed to introduce the audience to the reality of spiritual warfare and equip them to be prepared for it.

THE REALITY OF SPIRITUAL WARFARE Ephesians 6:10-12 War is a fact of life -- the US has been involved in many different conflicts including the Revolutionary War, the Civil War, World Wars 1 and 2, Korea, Vietnam, the Gulf Wars and literally hundreds of other conflicts throughout our history as a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faith’s Reality

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Apr 10, 2013

Understand what brings about faith’s reality. 1. Christ Died for our sin 2. He was buried 3. He rose again the 3rd day 4. Jesus Death & Resurrection is according to Scripture 5. Witnesses testify to the resurrection

Charing Cross is the geographical center of London, England. “All distances in the United Kingdom from London are measured from Charing Cross. This spot is referred to simply as ‘the cross.’ A lost child was one day picked up by a London policeman. The child was unable to tell where he lived. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Dreams Becoming Reality

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Oct 23, 2011

Can you imagine for a moment life without eternity? For many, they just live a mundane life without any purpose! Can I tell you: 1.The dream is before us. (Souls) 2. The dream begins with you. 3.The dream is reality. Jesus said these words about harve

Dreams Becoming Reality Proverbs 29:18 Dr. John Maxwell says, “At some point you have to make a transition from believer of the dream, to buyer of the dream. No dream comes true without somebody paying for it. And part of the price you will have to pay is in learning from the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Reality Of The Virgin Birth Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 3, 2010

The virgin birth is not just an option to be considered indeed what we need to understand is that the Virgin Birth rests on the “great divide” that separates those who believe the Bible is God’s Word, and those who don’t.

The Reality of the Virgin Birth Matthew 1:18-25 We live in a day of Oprah-style “cafeteria religion,” people believe that they can just pick and choose what to believe they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Addressing The Realities Of Life Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 23, 2015

Being human is generally a good thing. The temptation in our day is to manipulate or engineer human nature and deny its realities. But a church is about real people, redeemed by Jesus, but fully human — even more human — because of that redemption.

Addressing the Realities of Life (I Timothy 5:1-16) 1. Some people have a sanitized view of life. Life, however, is often less glamourous. 'Cash, check or charge?' I asked, after folding items the woman wished to purchase. As she fumbled for her wallet, I noticed a remote control for a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:1-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

True Reality - Survivor Series

Contributed by Lin Smalec on Nov 18, 2005

This sermon series uses the lens of reality TV to examine the true reality of the Christian life. "Survivor" teaches us that our decisions and actions matter to God.

Rev. Lin Smalec Salem Church, Waynesboro, PA TRUE REALITY - SURVIVOR 20 November 2005 A couple had been fighting over the purchase of a new car for weeks. He wanted a new truck. She wanted a fast sports car. The discussion was getting very heated when finally the wife stated, "Look, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Reality Of The Lord's Supper

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Nov 22, 2009

A word from Paul to correct abuses around the Lord’s Table.

The Reality of the Lord’s Supper 1 Corinthians 11:17-34 * The church at Corinth was a church with a host of problems. To read this letter named First Corinthians is to comprehend, at least, some of the problems of the Corinthian church. Starting in Chapter 1, we can discern that they had a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: Baptist

Love In Its Reality

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Feb 5, 2011

True love of God

Love in its reality Romans 12: 9Let love be without dissimulation. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good. 10Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another; 11Not slothful ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Baptist

Time For A Reality Check

Contributed by Michael Tinney on Apr 6, 2017

The interaction between Jesus and His disciples in this passage illustrates present realities in our lives as His followers.

Intro - Reality is what the Bible declares is true, not what others think or what I feel. Jesus is Truth Jn14:6 1-The Reality of Pursuit - I must choose to follow Jesus, it was following Jesus that led the disciples into the garden of Gethsemane and the drama that ensues. (and they came to a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:32-42

The Reality Of His Birth

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 4, 2016

As we prepare for Christmas, we must not be guilty of leaving Jesus in the manger. While I am thankful for His birth in Bethlehem, I also rejoice for Calvary. Jesus came with purpose - to die for our sin and reconcile us to God. He was born to die.

The Reality of His Birth John 12: 27; 32 We are entering that wonderful time of year surrounding Christmas. No doubt it continues to generate a lot of excitement among young and old. Although we have heard it countless times, we never tire of hearing the marvelous account of our Lord’s ...read more

Scripture: John 12:27-32

Denomination: Baptist

Easter - The Reality Of The Resurrection

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Apr 2, 2020

The reality of the resurrection is the center piece of the Christian faith. It means the last enemy has been defeated, Hell and the grave has been conquered, the Law has been fulfilled, the sacrifices completed and the justice of God has been completely satisfied.

After the week of passion, who would have ever thought that three days later things could change so drastically? The scene at the tomb was the conclusion of an age old conflict. This was the promised fulfillment of God's plan of redemption and restoration. Finally the walls of separation were ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:51-58, 1 Corinthians 15:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

The Realities Of The Christian Life

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 25, 2022

The psalmist expressed what many of us have expressed or thought.

He said, “...Oh that I had wings like a dove! for then would I fly away, and be at rest.” The Psalmist was not the first, and he certainly was not the last person who wished he had wings as a dove so he could fly away. Illus: We all have felt like the man who went to the bus station and told ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Warning Becomes Reality Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Nov 15, 2021

The King learns a lot about his pride and self-sufficiency.

You might remember that in our last study Daniel revealed the interpretation of King Nebuchadnezzar's dream. This was God's warning to the king that he needed to change his ways or else all these things were to happen. We pick up our story tonight in Daniel chapter 4: 28. Read Daniel 4: ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 4:28-37

Denomination: Baptist