Sermons on Hostile To God:

In It, Not Of It

Contributed by Matt Hoffmann on May 21, 2009

This Sermon is an encouragement to live out our faith in the midst of a world that is hostile to followers of Christ.

Sermon 052409 Every now and then, you hear about someone who makes a lasting tribute to a loved one. Jack Benny comes to mind. He made arrangements that upon his death, flowers would be sent to his wife every day for the rest of her life. Makes the rest of us look bad, I know! Sometimes ...read more

Scripture: John 17:11-19

Denomination: Lutheran

A Bottomless Pit, What If You Were King, Timing And The End Of Beligerence Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Jan 4, 2019

The enemy comes to steal kill and destroy. Jesus comes to give us life, and that more abundantly, eternal, gracious, productive life

CHAPTER 20 And I saw an angel coming down from heaven, having the key of the Abyss (Abusso) and a big chain, in his hand. 2 and he grabbed the dragon, the ancient serpent, who is the devil and Satan, and bound him a thousand years, 3 and threw him into the Abyss, and closed and sealed it over him, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:1-10

Denomination: *other

Dealing With Bitterness Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 10, 2025

Bitterness is a weight that God never intended us to carry. It corrupts the heart, poisons relationships, and hinders destiny. But through Christ, we have the power to overcome it.

DEALING WITH BITTERNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 12:15 (KJV): "Looking diligently lest any man fail of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and thereby many be defiled;" Supporting Texts: Ephesians 4:31, Colossians 3:13, Proverbs ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Want A Move Of God?

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Jun 26, 2006

If you want God to move in your heart, then you are going to have to move His heart.

Want a True Move of God? Many people today mistaken a great church service for a move of God. But I believe that when God moves, there will be change. God is always about change. We see it in the early church, through our own conversion, etc. 2 Cor 3:18 18 But we all, with ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Because Of The Grace Of God

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Jul 20, 2007

Are you saved, because you are better than the rest – that you are not “self-seeking” and you embrace the truth and follow what is good? Did God save you, because you are not stubborn?

“You, therefore, have no excuse, you who pass judgment on someone else, for at whatever point you judge the other, you are condemning yourself, because you who pass judgment do the same things. Now we know that God’s judgment against those who do such things is based on truth. So when you, a mere ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Bringing Joy To God Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 13, 2005

Although it is true that God wants to bring His children joy, it is surprisingly true that we can bring God joy too! (these sermons parallel Rick Warren’s "Purpose Driven Life" chapters, in this case, ch.8-14; but they are not a repeat, rather same theme

Bringing Joy to God Introduction 1. Just how personal and emotional is God? 2. The answer: Very! 3. G. Walter Hansenin, Christianity Today wrote, “I am spellbound by the intensity of Jesus’ emotions: Not a twinge of pity, but heartbroken compassion; not a passing irritation, but terrifying ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 149:4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A God Who Gives

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 26, 2007

God loves and He gave. When He gave, He gave sacrificially and willingly. We are to love those whom God loves. Let us learn to give sacrificially and willingly.

God is a giver. • “For God so loved the world that He gives His only Son Jesus…” GOD LOVES AND HE GAVE God gives because He first loves. It is out of love for you that He gives. • We can’t see love, but when God gives, we see it. • You are loved, whether you know it or not. You are important to ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:9-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sanctifying Power Of God

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jun 24, 2022

Power of the Holy Spirit Working in our lives.

Sanctifying Power of God Romans 8:1-17 Intro- Good Morning everyone- Last week in the Book of Romans we were looking at the difference between condemnation the enemy puts on us and the conviction the Lord uses to draw us closer to Him. We are staying in chapter 8 as our text to see the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-17

Denomination: Nazarene

Peace With God Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Feb 9, 2008

In this sermon we observe the blessings of justification by faith, the first of which is peace with God.

Scripture During the spring of 57 AD the apostle Paul was living in Corinth at the home of his convert and friend, Gaius. Paul was completing the last leg of his third missionary journey. He was soon to go back to Jerusalem to deliver a financial gift from the Macedonian churches to the Jerusalem ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Children Of God Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jun 25, 2021

First John 2:28-3:3 teaches us about the hope of the children of God.

Scripture The Apostle John wrote his first letter to correct the false teaching that was being taught by false teachers. He set out three tests to evaluate whether one has a relationship with God: the test of obedience (in 1 John 2:3-6), the test of love (in 1 John 2:7-11), and the test of ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Friend Or Foe?

Contributed by Joe Bedy on Oct 16, 2001

A friend of the world may gain the whole world, but becomes an enemy of God and loses his own soul.

October 17 2001 Central Christian Church James 4:4-8 October 17 2001 Central Christian Church James 4:4-8 James 4:4 You adulteresses, do you not know that friendship with the world is hostility toward God? Therefore whoever wishes to be a friend of the world makes himself an enemy of God. ...read more

Scripture: James 4:4-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The "Full Access" Pass To God Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jan 13, 2003

What sin did by separating you from God – Jesus undid and made us one again with God, our Creator. It’s not just the ceasing of hostilities, like a cease fire. We join His family, become His children. Find out how to get an "All Access" pass to the thron

To hear an audio verson of this message go to: www.LivingWatersWeb.com Do you ever go to concerts? Sometimes before or after the show you see these guys and gals walking around with T-shirt carrying the logo of the band’s tour, and a whole bunch of ID cards around their neck. If you look closely ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-20

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

5 Truths To Seeing God Everywhere Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

I want to offer you a vision test this morning. The good news is, I’m not going to dilate your eyes. No, I want you to see clearly for this exam. This test is for your spiritual sight. I want to offer you a vision test of how you view God.

I want to offer you a vision test this morning. The good news is, I’m not going to dilate your eyes. No, I want you to see clearly for this exam. This test is for your spiritual sight. I want to offer you a vision test of how you view God. For how you view God can either distort your life or it ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be A Spiritual Survivor

Contributed by Jonathan Semro on Nov 9, 2003

Spiritual survival in a hostile spiritual environment dictates a firm confession of faith

1st Sunday of End Time - Series B Reformation Sunday November 2, 2003 Psalm 46 1 God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. 2 Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, 3 though its waters roar and foam and the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Engaging The Enemy

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 8, 2013

Psalm 137 begins with heart-breaking pathos and ends with shocking hostility.

Psalm 137 begins with heart-breaking pathos and ends with shocking hostility. The children of Israel were taken by force from their homeland, a place given them by God. In captivity they sat by the edge of the Euphrates and wept, overcome with despair. Anyone who has suffered a significant loss ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 137:1-9

Denomination: Congregational