Sermons on hostile to god:

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

Forgive One Another

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Dec 20, 2000

Three essential ingredients in getting rid of hostility and anger.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX ILL. I want to read a letter this morning that was written to Ann Landers & printed in one of her columns. "Dear Ann Landers, I am a 46-year-old woman, divorced, with 3 grown children. After several months of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Churches That Survive

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Feb 28, 2007

jesus gives the keys for the churches survival in a hostile world

Intro: the other night a report was given that about 3000 churches close annually in the United States. When you hear a report like this the first thought is I wonder what attributed to the decline and closure of a church. Did it lose vision? Did it get older and not make adjustments to minister to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:16-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Saved By God Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Jun 21, 2006

This is the 1st in the series of seven entitled Firm foundations and is called Saved by God.

Saved by God.Rom.5.6-11. Introduction No one has been a Christian so long that they don’t need to get back to basics were going to be looking at basic Biblical belief and Christian behaviour the firm foundations we have in the Christian faith. The series; Saved by God’. Trusting in God Living ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-11

Denomination: Baptist

God's Peace

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 21, 2013

To know and apply GOD's Peace in our hearts and minds.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have His Peace? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To know and apply GOD's Peace in our hearts and minds. IV. TEXT: Philippians 4:7 (Amplified Bible) And God’s peace [shall be yours, that tranquil state of a soul assured of its salvation through ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

An Everlasting Righteousness Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 1, 2001

THE PERFECTION OF GOD’S RIGHTEOUSNESS IS THE PATHWAY TO THE PERMANENCE OF GOD’S RIGHTEOUSNESS

BIG IDEA: THE PERFECTION OF GOD’S RIGHTEOUSNESS IS THE PATHWAY TO THE PERMANENCE OF GOD’S RIGHTEOUSNESS (:13) THESIS: GOD IS RIGHTEOUS IN ESSENCE AND IN EXECUTION (WHO HE IS AND WHAT HE DOES) A. Righteous in Essence = Who He Is "Righteous art Thou, O Lord" B. Righteous in Execution = What He ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:137-144

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Persecution And Evangelism Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 17, 2025

Persecution is not a sign of defeat but a confirmation that we are on the right path. When we face opposition in evangelism, we must not be discouraged but rejoice, knowing that we are partaking in Christ’s sufferings. The gospel is unstoppable, and no amount of persecution can hinder God’s plan.

PERSECUTION AND EVANGELISM By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 5:11-12 "Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake. Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:11-12, 2 Timothy 3:12, Acts 5:40-42, 1 Peter 4:14-16, John 15:18-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Making Peace With God Series

Contributed by Jerry Owen on Oct 4, 2017

The world is always searching for peace, but cannot ever seem to grasp it. If a person really wants to have peace in the world, it must begin with him personally making his peace with God.

MAKING PEACE WITH GOD I often hear of people that on their deathbed want to make their peace with God. There is a great truth found in their statement and a great misunderstanding. The truth is that lost people are definitely at war with God, but the lost person is completely unable to make ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Lord Of The Sabbath ( Matthew 12:1-14)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 23, 2025

In this chapter, Jesus teaches the true meaning of the “Sabbath” and how it is to bring glory to God, not to be used as a religious weapon. The hostility towards Jesus was starting to grow.

Before we undergo any further study of this chapter, it would be helpful to understand the concept of the “Sabbath”. According to the fourth commandment (Exodus 20:8), the Sabbath was set aside as one day in seven to cease from labor and take a rest from all unnecessary activity. Exodus 31:15 ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 31:15, Colossians 1:16-17, Hosea 6:6, Matthew 12:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Do You Believe God’s Amazing Grace?

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Feb 17, 2007

How much do we appreciate God for His grace? Do we rejoice in it, as John Newton did and he was even inspired to make the song, “Amazing Grace”?

“As for you, you were dead in your transgressions and sins, in which you used to live when you followed the ways of this world and of the ruler of the kingdom of the air, the spirit who is now at work in those who are disobedient. All of us also lived among them at one time, gratifying the cravings ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

When God Chooses...

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Mar 30, 2008

Was it just your own choice why you believe? Could you really choose to follow God, to believe in Him, or to be saved?

"For he chose us in him before the creation of the world to be holy and blameless in his sight. In love he predestined us to be adopted as his sons through Jesus Christ, in accordance with his pleasure and will" (Ephesians 1:4-5, NIV). “For HE chose…” It is God who actually made the choice. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

Controlled By The Senses Or The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 12, 2024

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical teachings on this topic, examining the characteristics of being controlled by the senses versus being controlled by the Holy Spirit.

As believers, we are constantly faced with choices and decisions that require discernment and wisdom. The Bible teaches us that we can be controlled by either the senses or the Holy Spirit. In this sermon, we will explore the biblical teachings on this topic, examining the characteristics of being ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:5-8, Galatians 5:16-25

Suffering For Following Jesus Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 30, 2009

This section covers persecution & hostility in the world. Jesus’ disciples would not have life easy. He says that discipleship will be a costly endeavor & whoever chooses to follow Him must be ready to experience & endure the sort of conflict He experie

JOHN 15: 18-27 SUFFERING FOR FOLLOWING JESUS This section centers on the topic of persecution and hostility in the world. Jesus foresaw that His disciples would not have life easy. He says that discipleship will be a costly endeavor and whoever chooses to follow Him must be ready to ...read more

Scripture: John 15:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Why Are Christians Hated?

Contributed by Kenneth Wooley on Jun 12, 2006

With the greatest message in the world to give, why are Christians treated with hostility?

One of the things that confuses many Christians is the attitude of non-Christians toward them. Most of us think that since we go to the world with the greatest and most important message in all of history that the world would applaud and cheer. For the most part, people are not waiting for that ...read more

Scripture: John 15:18-27

Denomination: Baptist

A Life Of Harmony Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Aug 9, 2012

How we are as a Christian community and as individuals to live in a hostile world.

Introduction The topic of Peter’s epistle since 2:11 has been “How to Live in a NonChristian World.” We’ve treaded through the minefield of authority in civil life, the workplace and campus, and in marriage. The directive was the same in each category – submit to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed