Sermons on God Vs Satan:

Ignite A Revival

Contributed by James May on Oct 9, 2002

If we really want to see revival then we must allow the Holy Spirit to "kill" the sin within us so that the "common people" will be touched through us.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:11-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Faith, Hope, Love

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Oct 14, 2002

A sermon for the 22nd Sunday after Pentecost Proper 24 Second Lesson

22nd Sunday after Pentecost Proper 24 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 "Faith, Hope, Love"   A teenager was sitting in the pastor’s office saying,"Sometimes I don’t think I am a Christian. I don’t seem to have the same interest and excitement, or enthusiasm I once did. It isn’t easy for me to remember ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Free Indeed

Contributed by Karl Eckhoff on Oct 29, 2002

Many people feel freedom comes in being free from anything and everything except themselves. Jesus helps us discover that true freedom is found in Him and His Word of Truth.

Reformation Sunday John 8:31-36 Free Indeed 10/27/02 A park ranger by the name of John Elliott was once caught in a blizzard high in the Rocky Mountains. As a result of the storm he became lost. It was only by the grace of God that he eventually saw a cabin and crawling to the door with his last ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36

Denomination: Lutheran

Can The Sacraments Save You? Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 13, 2007

This sermon shows that no-one is saved by the sacraments.

Scripture Several times a year I receive a phone call from a person in our community with no connection to our church who asks the following question: “Pastor, will you baptize my baby?” I briefly explain to the person what baptism is, and that it is a sacrament for church members and their ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:25-29

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Source Of Our Strength Series

Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Mar 26, 2008

1. Where are you drawing your strength from? 2. Are you relying on tradition, law, race, rank, religion, or sincerity? 3. Do you expect recognition when helping out someone in need?

The Source of Our Strength- Philippians 3:1-11 Introduction: We all fall into the trap of comparing ourselves with others around us. For some reason we think we are better than those to whom we are comparing ourselves with and we think that makes us right with God. We find ourselves picking at the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Just Shall Live By Faith

Contributed by Glenn Robinson on Jul 8, 2002

This is a sermon on Romans 1:17 showing how we are justified by faith apart from our works.

Let’s go on a journey back in time almost 500 years ago. Germany, a dimly lit room, a young Augistianian monk studies. He struggled with guilt, he did pilgrimages, penance, masses, prayer – if a monk could be saved by his monkery it was him. After long hours of study the truth of Scripture ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

True Spirituality

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 13, 2005

Overview of Colossians and its explanation of the Christ-like life.

Colossians: The Secret of True Spirituality Colossians 1:27-2:8 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: Janet loves the Lord. She is active in her church. She works hard at trying to do what’s right. But she still struggles. She wonders if ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Freedom In Christ (Part Two) Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 8, 2005

This is the second part of a message dealing with freedom in Christ. Having discussed the consequences of embracing works, Paul now concludes this section by asking some questions of those who have "fallen away from grace."

Scripture “Paul’s doctrine of grace is dangerous!” cried the false teachers in Galatia. “It replaces law with license. Why, if we do away with our rules and abandon our high standards, the churches will fall apart.” Those first century false teachers, known as Judaizers or legalists, were not the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:7-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Don't Just Sit There - Do Something!

Contributed by Jyoti Banerjee on Aug 19, 2003

Faith and works are not mutually exclusive - only two sides of the same coin.

James 2 vv 14-26 Don’t just sit there. Do something! My dearest Sally, I love you more than anything else in the whole world. I would climb the highest mountain just to be with you. I would walk across the hottest desert just to be with you. I would swim the deepest ocean just to be with you. ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Faith Equals Action Series

Contributed by W.bryan Jackson on Feb 21, 2004

Faith without works is dead. How often have I heard that sitting in the pews. James talks about meeting peoples needs as a way of showing faith. I want to take that a step further.

James 2:14-26 what good is it, my brothers, if a man claims to have faith but has no deeds? Can such faith save him? (15) Suppose a brother or sister is without clothes and daily food. (16) If one of you says to him, “Go, I wish you well; keep warm and well fed,” but does nothing about his physical ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Methodist

Faith That Saves Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 6, 2006

Saving faith is more than something you say, feel, or think, it is something you do.

Introduction: A. How many of you have heard of the great tightrope walker named Blondin? 1. For many years I’ve used his story to illustrate saving faith. 2. His story really captivates my mind and challenges my heart. 3. Blondin’s real name was Jean Francois Gravelet. He lived from ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Only One Salvation

Contributed by William D. Brown on Mar 29, 2008

THERE ARE MANY RELIGIONS IN THE WORLD, BUT THERE IS ONLY ONE SALVATION

Some Of The Different Religions Let me say that there are many religions in the world, but only one salvation. eph 4:4There is one body, and one Spirit, even as ye are called in one hope of your calling; 5One Lord, one faith, one baptism, 6One God and Father of all, who is above all, ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 2:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

Flesh

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 22, 2004

. Paul has already made it clear that there must be an inward change of heart and obedience to the law, and that mere external observances can never save a lost sinner. Now Paul proceeds to show how Abraham was pronounced righteous before he was circumc

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: The flesh is a built-in law of failure, making it impossible for the natural man to please or serve God. It is a compulsive inner force inherited from man’s fall, which expresses itself in general and specific rebellion against God and His righteousness. The flesh can ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:9-25

Denomination: Baptist

Benefits For The Believer

Contributed by Michael Luke on Nov 29, 2001

When we are justified by faith, we receive some specific benefits.

TEXT: ROMANS 5:1-11 TITLE: “BENEFITS FOR THE BELIEVER” INTRODUCTION: A. The pastor of a church in San Francisco was looking over the manger scene in the front yard of the church the day after Christmas. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Introduction To Galatians Series

Contributed by Michael Martin on Apr 8, 2006

Series on the Book of Galations - Part 1 of 8

Intro to Galatians (Galatians 1:1-24) The Galatian churches included those in the cities of Lystra, Iconium, Antioch of Pisidia, and Derbe which were established on Paul’s first missionary journey and revisited on his subsequent missionary trips. The six chapters of this epistle are divided ...read more

Denomination: Baptist