Sermons on From Enemies To Children:

Lesson 4: Turning An "Enemy" Into A Friend

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 21, 2011

Jesus commandments to us about how to pray for and deal with our enemies.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. The word “enemy” is in quotation marks to show they are not permanent enemies. 2. Beware of “enemies’ lists.” Only list them for prayer. 3. Looking through Jesus’ eyes will change everything. 4. Don’t be naive. The Bible doesn’t ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-44

Denomination: Baptist

What To Do When Facing The Enemy!

Contributed by Kevin Broyhill on Sep 26, 2024

Like David, we may find ourselves surrounded by enemies—whether they are circumstances, people, or even our own doubts—but we can learn how to confront these challenges by seeking the Lord's aid. What do you do when facing the enemy? How do you find hope and victory in the midst of our battles?

TREASURES FROM THE PSALMS WED PM OCTOBER 4, 2023 CBBCKING What to Do When Facing the Enemy! Psalm 35:1-9 Introduction: Psalm 35 – lengthier Psalm… 28 verses long… not going to deal with every verse… main portions of the Psalm. Structure = Psalm 35 easily divides into 3 stanzas all marked ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Double Destruction Upon Our Enemies

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 1, 2014

To show the prayers of Jeremiah against his enemies.

I. EXORDIUM: Can we pray double destruction for our enemies? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show the prayers of Jeremiah against his enemies. IV. TEXT: Jeremiah 17:18 (Amplified Bible) 17:18 Let those be put to shame who persecute me, but let me not be put to shame; ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

All That Christ Has Received From The Father

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

ALL THAT CHRIST HAS RECEIVED FROM THE FATHER HE HAS GRACIOUSLY GIVEN TO US Introd: (This would make a nice children's sermon for Christmas.

ALL THAT CHRIST HAS RECEIVED FROM THE FATHER HE HAS GRACIOUSLY GIVEN TO US Introd: (This would make a nice children's sermon for Christmas. Have packages wrapped with a card inside with each of these gifts.) I. GIFTS GOD HAS GIVEN TO CHRIST A. AUTHORITY over all men (17:2) B. THE ELECT ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"this Is Extremely Difficult"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 20, 2023

A sermon about discipleship,

“This is Extremely Difficult” Luke 6:27-36 A colleague of mine told me about a time a certain person in the church came to his office and told him: “I don’t like you.” Months later, she came up to him and said, “I get the feeling you don’t like me.” His response was, “Honestly, you make it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-36

Denomination: United Methodist

Self Pity: An Enemy Of Joyous Living

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Aug 30, 2005

A message to encourage us not to become trapped in a life described by self pity.

Self Pity: An Enemy of Joyous Living Luke 15:25-32 I. We See the Curse of Self Pity (v. 28-30) A. Self Pity destroys our happiness. “..but he became angry and would not go in….” v. 28 • The older brother was angry and would not go in. B. Self pity will destroy our usefulness for the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

Love Your Friends And Your Enemies

Contributed by Craig Condon on Nov 3, 2015

Why should we love those who hate us? Well, when we do, we show God’s love to them. It also sets a good example for us to follow, and it turns enemies into friends.

Good morning boys and girls! Has there ever been a time in your lives when you did not like someone? Why? Sometimes it’s not easy to like people, especially when people haven’t been nice to us. I know, because when I was your age a lot of kids at school didn’t like me. In other ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Anglican

Faith Deals With The Enemy Lesson 7 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 27, 2017

See God and hear God to serve God

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Moses has been CALLED to be a servant of God, COMMISSIONED with a task to deliver God’s people and EMPOWERED with signs, the rod of God. 2. After 40 years of long dark isolation, Moses failed before succeeding. “Burdens increased” (Ch. 5). “Moses was ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 7:16-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Enemy Attacks Because You Are A Warrior Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 12, 2024

Have you ever felt like the enemy is constantly attacking you?

Have you ever felt like the enemy is constantly attacking you? Like a never-ending storm, one wave after another, crashes against your life. You're not alone. The Bible tells us that we are warriors in a spiritual battle. In Ephesians 6:12, it says, "For we do not wrestle against flesh ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12, 2 Corinthians 4:8-9

From This Day

Contributed by Darren Felarise on Jul 6, 2008

In spite of today’s economic crisis, God promises to bless his people.

Our nation is facing an economic crisis such as it has not seen in a long time. Gas prices are rising which in turn is causing the price of everything else to rise. However, in spite of all this, God promises to bless his people. Title: ~~~ When the children of Israel returned from 70 years of ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

No Mas! No Mas! No More!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 8, 2018

Popeye says: ME'S HAD ALL ME'S CAN STAND, ME'S CAN'T STAND NO MORE... 1980 Roberto Duran cries out in his fight: NO MAS! NO MAS!.

NO MAS, NO MAS… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Life is not fair… things are never on an even, balanced field. Seems every member would contribute equally. Have you ever heard of the PARETO PRINCIPLE… IT IS CALL THE 80/20 RULE… In Italy 80% of the land is owned by 20% of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:6, 2 Samuel 11:1, Matthew 26:39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Part Two Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Aug 18, 2024

These scriptures are the most counterintuitive passages in the bible. Nothing inside of us wants to immediately obey them.

Life Minded – Part Two August 18, 2024 These scriptures are the most counterintuitive passages in the bible. Nothing inside of us wants to immediately obey them. Luke 6:27-36 NIV "But I tell you who hear me: Love your enemies; do good to those who hate you, 28 bless those who curse you, pray ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-36, Proverbs 25:21-22, Proverbs 18:21, Psalm 103:8-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Radical Hospitality

Contributed by Mari Larson on Feb 19, 2017

Launching from Jesus' call to love our enemies and be perfect, this sermon speaks of love and welcoming.

In 1979, Tim Hansel published a book entitled "When I Relax I feel Guilty". Included in the book is this raw and provocative tidbit. "I would like to buy three dollars’ worth of God, please. Not enough to explode my soul or disturb my sleep, but just enough to equal a cup of warm milk or a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Lutheran

Seventh Sunday In Ordinary Time -- 7th Sunday, Year A

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jan 27, 2020

Love your enemies

There is a sign in the Princeton University Store basement which cleverly suggests: "Love your enemies—it will drive them crazy." Jesus’ ethical teaching is higher than this example because love of enemies is not a consequentialist ethic, hoping that the other person will change. Love ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Catholic

Love Will Conquer All. How Or Why Should We Love Our Enemies?

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on May 6, 2024

Loving our enemies can be impossible, or so difficult to do, but not if you know why, and the process of love and how it can overcome; turning something impossible, to something I must do.

“Please join me in my prayer.” Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of our hearts, be acceptable in your sight, O Lord, our strength, and our redeemer. Amen. (Ps. 19:14). Introduction. You must admit, those were some very powerful bible readings this morning from the apostle John. … John ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17

Denomination: Episcopal