Sermons on Facing Oppositions:

To Meet The Big Boss

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jun 30, 2013

A person passionate and burning to see His Face would throw away everything for the experience!

Holy of Holies! Exodus 28:35”Aaron must wear it when he ministers. The sound of the bells will be heard when he enters the Holy Place before the LORD and when he comes out, so that he will not die.” Aaron the High Priest had to wear a robe that had tassels of a golden bell and a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 28:33-35, Exodus 28:36

Denomination: Pentecostal

Resisting Temptation

Contributed by Carl George on Mar 21, 2022

Sermon on Joseph becoming the man who God meant for him to be in the face of adversity and temptation.

This past week I had the pleasure of doing a funeral. Pleasure and funeral are not two words that you hear in the same sentence. The reason it was a pleasure is because of the remarkable legacy of faith that the man left. I never met him but I was amazed by the impactful testimony that a disabled ...read more

Letter To The Church In Smyrna

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Sep 7, 2021

Jesus recognizes the Smyrna church as rich in faith, though they are poor in materials and face tribulations

Who is addressing the church? The First and the Last, who was dead, and came to life (2:8; Isa. 48:12). As the First, He made all things. As the Last, He will judge all things. Their Deeds/works: “I know your works, tribulation, and poverty (but you are rich); and I know the blasphemy of those ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11, John 16:33

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Love Of A Father

Contributed by Ricky Johnson on Mar 22, 2009

Facing up to John 3:16 and exactly what it means to me, phrase by phrase.

If you were like me, around the age of five or six, Miss Money taught you your first Bible verse in Sunday School; and it probably was John 3:16: "For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, so that everyone who believes in Him may not perish but have eternal life." Over the ensuing ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-21

Denomination: United Methodist

“a Mountaintop Experience With God” Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Mar 29, 2010

It is from the mountaintop spiritual experiences that we gain the encouragement and strength to face the difficult times.

A Study of the Book of Mark Sermon # 31 “A Mountaintop Experience With God” Mark 9:1-10 The disciples were reeling from the revelation that Jesus would suffer many things, be rejected and be ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Deadly Progression Of Sin Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Oct 3, 2022

Based on James 1:12-18 - Challenges hearers to stand strong in the face of temptation.

“THE DEADLY PROGRESSION OF SIN” James 1:12-15 FBCF – 10/2/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – Video – All of us feel that way sometimes. Find ourselves constantly being rocked w/ temptations from every direction. Let’s talk about that today. EXPLANATION – James 1:12-18 Sometimes we feel that we need to ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Soul Of Our Nation: A Battle SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 7, 2023

The biggest battle we, as Americans, are facing today is the battle for the very soul of our nation.

On Memorial Day, we take a moment to remember those who sacrificed their lives for our freedom. It is a time to reflect on the importance of remembrance and the cost of our liberties. Today, I want to talk about the battle we are facing as Americans - the battle for the soul of our nation. In the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-31

Topics: Memorial Day, National Soul

Tribes, Trials, Trust Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Aug 12, 2024

In this sermon, we consider James' opening remarks to believers as they face trials and persecution.

How do you respond when your rights as a citizen or resident of the United States collides with the life that God has called you to live as a follower of Christ? Can there be a conflict? This week, one of the the guys who came through for training was a man named Stephen. Story: malfunctioning ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-8, 1 Corinthians 15:58, Acts 8:1, 1 Corinthians 15:3-8

Denomination: Baptist

Searching For The Lord Series

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Sep 27, 2023

To seek the Lord is to seek His presence. “Presence” is a common translation of the Hebrew word “face.”

*OASIS WORD DIGEST* September, 27, 2023 Columnist: Rudolf E. Y. Mensah ©Oasis WordBank Topic: Searching For The Lord *Bible Passage:* Seek the LORD and His strength; seek His face continually." - 1 Chronicles 16:11. *OASIS WORD FOR TODAY* Two different Hebrew words are used to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:11, Acts 1:8

Denomination: Charismatic

John Envisions The Saints Living And And Reigning

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Nov 7, 2024

What power do saints have? What risks do they face? Find out.

11.10.24 Revelation 20:4–6 4 Then I saw thrones, and those who were sitting on them were given the authority to judge. And I saw the souls of those who had been beheaded because of their testimony about Jesus and because of the word of God. They had not worshipped the beast and his image, and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:4-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Living Victoriously In 2025

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Jan 3, 2025

How can we remain strong, steadfast, and victorious in facing any situation this year?

While billions of people are celebrating the New Year 2025, some families are experiencing great sadness because they have lost their loved ones due to crimes committed by evil people, such as the New Orleans truck attack. These families hoped the new year would bring them success and happiness. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:6, Matthew 24:42, Colossians 4:2, Mark 14:38, 1 Peter 5:8, 1 Peter 5:7, Romans 8:38-39, 1 Corinthians 10:13, Matthew 6:27, Matthew 6:34  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Beware Of Deception: Exposing The Lie Of The Prosperity Gospel

Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on May 21, 2025

This sermon warns the danger of the Prosperity Gospel as one of the greatest dangers the church is facing today.

One of the greatest spiritual dangers facing the church today is not persecution from the outside, but deception from within. Jesus Himself warned that many would come in His name and deceive many. Today, we confront one of the most widespread and dangerous forms of this deception: the Prosperity ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:4-5, Matthew 24:11, Matthew 24:24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Finding A Place Of Safety

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 18, 2018

Jesus didn’t promise us a life without pain and suffering. In fact, it was just the opposite. He told his followers that they shouldn’t expect to get along in this world any better than He did.

4-27-04 Title: Finding a Place of Safety Text: “And the soldiers’ plan was to kill the prisoners, lest any of them should swim away and escape. But the centurion, wanting to save Paul, kept them from their purpose, and commanded that those who could swim should jump overboard first and get to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

Fish Food For Thought

Contributed by Ralf Bergmann on Jun 26, 2002

The scientists tell us for every action there is an equal and opposite reaction. In our relationship with God for every action there is also a consequence. See how Jonah’s life parallels ours when we go contrary to God’s will

Oskaloosa Evangelical Church Sermon Text: Jonah 1:1-3,17; 2:1, 10 Sermon Title: Fish food for thought Sunday, June 11th 00 Scripture Introduction: I think everyone has their favorite Bible story, and many times we find ourselves able to identify with a character or some specific sets of ...read more

Denomination: *other

Rooted And Grounded Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 20, 2011

To remain faithful in the face of pressure, we need to be grounded in our identity as followers of Christ, with knowledge, obedience, and love.

We spend one Sunday a year praying for persecuted Christians around the world. Of course there’s the “Martyr of the Month” column in the newsletter, and occasionally our bulletin inserts will highlight a trouble spot or a new martyr. But that’s all the time most of us spend ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed