Sermons on Hostility Of The World:

How Can The Lord Help One Overcome Personal Lusts?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Love not the world or the things in the world, for all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh... is not of the Father but is of the world.

How Can the Lord Help One Overcome Personal Lusts? How can I control my physical desires? ILlustration:While my wife and I were shopping at a mall kiosk, a shapely young woman in a short, form-fitting dress strolled by. My eyes followed her. Without looking up from the item she was examining, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christian Patriotism

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 28, 2025

We Christians live in the world as exiles from Heaven. While in the world, we are to pray for the welfare of our nation, glorifying God by how we lives in the midst of a darkened world.

“Seek the welfare of the city where I have sent you into exile, and pray to the LORD on its behalf, for in its welfare you will find your welfare.” [1] This world is not my home I'm just a-passin’ through My treasures are laid up somewhere beyond the blue The angels beckon me from heaven's ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:7

Denomination: Baptist

A Contrast In Heart Attitudes Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 25, 2018

Dealing with people means adjusting to a variety of responses. Some are just nasty, bitter, agitators; others more open-minded/gracious. Some are open to the Gospel, others become adversaries, while others do not embrace the Gospel but are not hostile.

A Contrast in Heart Attitudes (Acts 17:1-15) 1. “On a highway in Indiana, about 20 cars were trailing behind a slow driver in the passing lane who wouldn’t change lanes. When Indiana State Trooper Sgt. Stephen Wheeles noticed the line of traffic, he decided to do something about it. “Wheeles, … in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Peace - A Personal Legacy Of Christ

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Aug 16, 2010

Amidst this world of trouble, Jesus leaves to us a precious inheritance - The peace that the world cannot understand.

PEACE – A PERSONAL LEGACY OF CHRIST Amidst this world of trouble, Jesus leave to us a precious inheritance - The peace that the world cannot understand. Joh 14:27 "Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Love Of Jesus Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Feb 6, 2021

February is known for many things. President’s Day. Black History Month . Every four years - Leap Year! And Valentine’s Day! This month we are going to focus in on love.

THE LOVE OF JESUS Luke 7:1-16 Introduction February is known for many things. President’s Day. Black History Month . Every four years - Leap Year! And Valentine’s Day! This month we are going to focus in on love. I know it is cliche to say, but what the world needs now is love, sweet ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"who Do You Think You Are?" Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Aug 15, 2021

Jesus criticized the Pharisees for their inability to discern the signs of the times (Matthew 16:3). The signs of our times seem to be indicating an increasing hostility toward Christianity, which has lost its place as the nation’s primary guiding ethic.

You can run but you can’t hide. That’s certainly true today, amen? They not only know where you live and work, but probably know what kind of car you drive, when you take a shower, what’s your favorite flavor of ice cream or your favorite show on TV, what station you listen to in the car. They ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:3-5, 1 Corinthians 4:9-13, 2 Timothy 3:12, 2 Corinthians 12:10

Denomination: United Methodist

God's Work In Chaos

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jul 18, 2009

Peace in the world of Chaos?

11So then, remember that at one time you Gentiles by birth,£ called “the uncircumcision” by those who are called “the circumcision”—a physical circumcision made in the flesh by human hands— 12remember that you were at that time without Christ, being aliens from the commonwealth of Israel, and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: United Methodist

Adjust Your Vision: Seeing Black And White Where The World Wants Gray

Contributed by Jeffrey Samelson on Sep 1, 2004

The world and our sinful flesh are happy when false teachers tell us God’s Word is unclear or can be ignored. God will have none of that - his Word is clear.

August 29, 2004 — 13th Sunday after Pentecost Christ Lutheran Church, Columbia, MD Pastor Jeff Samelson Jeremiah 23:23-29 Adjust Your Vision: Seeing Black and White Where the World Wants Gray Grace and peace to you from God our Father and from the Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. The Word of God for ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 23:23-29

Denomination: Lutheran

The Twelve Men Who Shaped The World, Part 4 - James, Son Of Thunder Series

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Jul 15, 2006

Have you ever known someone whose aggressive, ambitious personality just rubbed you the wrong way? Have you known someone who was so self-seeking that you couldn’t help but hope something humiliating would happen to them, just to teach them a lesson?

In The Service Of The Master – Part 4 The Twelve Men Who Shaped The World – Session 4 James Matthew 10:1-4 Have you ever known someone whose aggressive, ambitious personality just rubbed you the wrong way? Have you known someone who was so self-seeking that you couldn’t help but hope something ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

“it’s The End Of The World And We Know It” Series

Contributed by Rob Yanok on Oct 5, 2013

It's the end of the world and we know it. This is a msg that helps bring clarity and purpose to all the confusion

“It’s the End of the World and we know it” (Matthew 24:3) “As Jesus was sitting on the Mount of Olives, the disciples came to him privately. ʻTell us,ʼ they said, ʻwhen will this happen, and what will be the sign of your coming and of the end of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:3-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It's The End Of The World As We Know It - And I Feel Fine

Contributed by Ryan Ferwerda on Nov 9, 2025

What if we are actually at the beginning of the end of the world as we know it? The Apostle Paul echos the words of Jesus addressing this question in his second letter to the faithful Christians in Thessalonica.

Breaking News: “Sudan’s civil war rages despite U.S. peace push, as explosions heard near capital.” This Just In: “Israel offers glimpse inside Gaza, where destruction and uncertainty linger.” New this Hour: “Zelenskyy and his European backers plot steps to up pressure on Putin.” In the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 2 Thessalonians 2:13-17, Matthew 24:3-8

Denomination: Lutheran

When Your World Is Turned Upside Down: When The Wrong People Win

Contributed by James Wallace on Dec 28, 2020

What if the wrong people end up in charge, in control of our government, your work, your school or whatever organization you are involved with? How will you respond?

We’re in an election year again. In the midst of the Pandemic, the Democratic National Convention occurred virtually this week and dominated all the major TV networks. As expected, the speakers at the Democratic Convention relentlessly attacked the incumbent president, and true to form, he ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:1-30, Ezekiel 22:30, Ephesians 6:10-19

Denomination: Bible Church

The Morning Resolve: Finding God's Straight Path In A Crooked World Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 20, 2025

This sermon on Psalm 5 offers a divine blueprint for orienting our hearts and minds at the dawn of each new day to find a straight path in a crooked world.

The Morning Resolve: Finding God's Straight Path in a Crooked World Sermon on Psalm 5 Introduction What is the very first thing that occupies your mind when you wake up in the morning? Before your feet even touch the floor, in that quiet, vulnerable moment between sleep and the full awareness ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Living Out Your Faith In A Broken World. Matthew 5:14-16

Contributed by David Cramer on Nov 12, 2024

Learning out to live in faith in the everchanging world we live in.

Living out your Faith in a Broken World. Matthew 5:14-16 Good Morning. Stand with me and lift your Bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I can do what it says I can do. I am what it says I am. Today I will learn more of the Word of God. The indestructible, neverending, living Word of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Praying Over Your Children Is Essential In Today's World Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 14, 2024

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical basis for praying and blessing our children, and why this practice is essential for their spiritual growth and protection.

As parents, we want the best for our children. We strive to provide them with a nurturing environment, quality education, and opportunities for growth and development. However, in today's fast-paced and often challenging world, our children face numerous threats to their physical, emotional, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:13-16