Sermons on Hostile Environments:

The Power Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 2, 2010

I want to share from this text because we want to move towards becoming an evangelistic church. We want to become a church family that freely witnesses, testifies and spread the gospel message for Christ and his kingdom.

The Power of the Gospel Our scripture lesson is taken from Romans 1:16-18, Ҧ For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to everyone that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek. For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-18

Denomination: Methodist

The Battle For The Family

Contributed by Dr. Robert Mckenzie on Mar 20, 2002

If we are going to have strong families then we must battle Satan for our families

The Battle For The Family Ephesians 6:11-18 As we begin this message with our focus on the family there will be several matters to consider. First of all we must understand the the family is the foundation for all of society. When the family fails: 1. The Community Fails 2. The Schools ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:11-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pergamum Series

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Aug 11, 2001

It was a church with a bad environment. Its virtues were perseverence in an evil environment but it is reproved for its tolerance of wrong doctrine and heretics.

The Letter to the Church at Pergamum Rev. 2: 12-17 Introduction: We started to look at the letters written to the Seven Churches in Asia as a series. Let us just refresh our memory on the seven churches. BACKGROUND 1) Ephesus Rev. 2:1-7 It was an orthodox church, with good works, patience, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Anglican

Practice A Little Kindness

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Jan 30, 2018

practice random acts of kindness in response to hostility, cruelty

I know most of you have heard the song 'Try a Little Tenderness'; well, today we are going to ‘practice a little kindness’. The media is noisy these days with opinions about controversial issues. People on both sides of these issues advocate for something they call “kindness.” But, what sort of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:31-32

Denomination: Episcopal

Authentic Friendships

Contributed by Andrew Rogers on Jul 23, 2008

Moses had a tough job taking God’s people out of Egypt, but we can see that he had key friendships that helped along the way.

AUTHENTIC FRIENDSHIPS Exodus 17:8-16 INTRODUCTION: PROP: HAVE A MICROWAVE SET UP IN THE FRONT OF THE SANCTUARY. GIVE EACH PERSON THAT COMES IN A KERNAL OF POPCORN. HAVE A BAG OF MICROWAVE POPCORN STANDING BY TO POP ILLUSTRATION: (popping popcorn v Each of you has been given a kernel of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Generations

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Aug 14, 2007

In every generation, there are those who never deviate from following the Lord faithfully. Such people pass on a blessing to those who come after them.

GENERATIONS Pastor Eric J. Hanson July 23, 2006 “Remind me of this with every decision Generations will reap what I sow. I can pass on a curse or a blessing To those I will never know.” -Sara Groves (Generations: 1999 Sara Groves Music) Jeremiah 1: 1-10 (The call of the prophet) • He was around ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Impacting Generations

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Dec 7, 2013

Each of us is called to ipact our own generation and those who come behind us, for the Lord's Kingdom.

IMPACTING GENERATIONS Pastor Eric J. Hanson “Remind me of this with every decision Generations will reap what I sow. I can pass on a curse or a blessing To those I will never know.” -Sara Groves (Generations: 1999 Sara Groves Music) Jeremiah 1: 1-10 (The call of the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Qualities Of God’s Champions

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 17, 2025

These champions are not always the strongest by human standards, but they are marked by spiritual qualities that set them apart.

QUALITIES OF GOD’S CHAMPIONS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Judges 6:11-16 Supporting Texts: 1 Samuel 17:32-37, Daniel 6:1-10, Acts 4:13, Hebrews 11:32-34 INTRODUCTION: God's champions are not born from the crowd—they are raised through encounters, discipline, and obedience. In every ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:11-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Power Over Serpents And Scorpions

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 4, 2025

We are not helpless or defenceless. As believers, we have authority over every form of darkness. Serpents and scorpions cannot dominate us because Jesus has placed us far above them. It’s time to rise in boldness, rebuke the enemy, and enforce the dominion we’ve been given.

POWER OVER SERPENTS AND SCORPIONS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 10:19 "Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you." Supporting Texts: Psalm 91:13, Mark 16:17–18, Romans 16:20, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Shipwrecked: Our Condition Before Christ Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 27, 2025

Using the analogy of a shipwreck, this sermon on Ephesians 2:1-3 explores Paul's stark description of our condition without Christ: spiritually dead, helplessly swept along by the currents of the world, the flesh, and the devil, and destined for God's just wrath.

Introduction Imagine a person who has survived a terrible shipwreck. They are floating alone in the middle of a vast, dark ocean. Though they are breathing and their heart is beating, are they truly alive? They are cut off from land, from safety, from any source of help. They are completely at the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Waxing Stronger

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 10, 2025

A revelation of God’s desire for believers to grow continually in spiritual, mental, and divine strength despite pressures and challenges.

WAXING STRONGER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 2:40 Key Verse: “And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, filled with wisdom: and the grace of God was upon Him.” — Luke 2:40 Supporting Texts: Daniel 11:32b; Proverbs 24:5; Ephesians 6:10; Isaiah 40:31; 2 Corinthians ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:40

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Spirit-Filled Living In A Carnal World Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 22, 2025

A Spirit-filled life is one that overcomes the pull of the world and reflects the character and nature of Christ.

SPIRIT-FILLED LIVING IN A CARNAL WORLD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 3:1-3 Supporting Texts: Romans 8:5-8, Galatians 5:16-25, Ephesians 5:18, Colossians 3:1-3 INTRODUCTION: We live in a world where carnal desires are glorified, and spiritual values are often mocked or ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living In A Lion’s Den Without Being Eaten

Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 30, 2014

Many times we are attacked. We see 5 characteristics about Daniel that, when the lions came to eat him, were the things responsible for keeping him from being devoured.

LIVING IN A LION’S DEN WITHOUT BEING EATEN Dan. 6:1-24 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: HELPING OUT 1. We all love it when other drivers blow their horns at us. It can really test your Christianity! I remember the story of… 2. Sandra, while out driving her car, stopped to obey a red light ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Reconciled Through Christ Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Dec 11, 2011

The Colossians believers had become recipients of God’s marvelous act of reconciliation. They had been made acceptable to God and are challenged to continue striving forward in the truth that had saved them.

COLOSSIANS 1: 20-23 RECONCILED THROUGH CHRIST Having proclaimed the deity and work of Christ, Paul now reveals what it means to the people in Colossae. He thus returns to the thought of redemption. With joyful wonder the Apostle testifies to the Colossians believers that they too have become ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Soil Of Slander - James 4:11-12 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Apr 30, 2022

Are you guilty of judging God's law?

James 4:11 Brothers, do not speak against one another. Anyone who speaks against his brother or judges his brother speaks against the law and judges the law. When the law you judge, you are not a doer of law but a judge. 12 There is only one Lawgiver and Judge, the one who is able to save and ...read more

Scripture: James 4:11-12