Sermons on hostility:

Reconciled In Christ

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jun 7, 2019

1) The Plan of reconciliation (Colossians 1:20a, 21), 2) The Means of reconciliation (Colossians 1:20b, 1:22a), 3) The Aim of reconciliation (Colossians 1:22b), and 4) The Evidence of reconciliation (Colossians 1:23).

Colossians 1:20–23 20 and through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether on earth or in heaven, making peace by the blood of his cross. 21 And you, who once were alienated and hostile in mind, doing evil deeds, 22 he has now reconciled in his body of flesh by his death, in order to present ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:20-23

Denomination: Other

Passion For Jesus

Contributed by Neal Gray on Mar 2, 2002

A CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Pastor preaches the passion we should have to know Jesus, to follow Him, to love Him.

"Passion for Jesus" Author: Dr. Neal Gray Passage: John 10:19-31, KJV Purpose: It is an eternal surprise to me. Jesus wants to know me. And the Son of God allows me to know Him. Jesus gives me eternal life, never perishing, never separated from Him. My passion is to know Him, to follow Him, to love ...read more

Scripture: John 10:19-31

Denomination: Holiness

A Christmas Presence - Magi Series

Contributed by Tim Hedberg on Jan 28, 2008

God’s invitation to Jesus’ birth.

A Christmas Presence - Magi Matthew 2:1-12 December 16, 2007 For 2 weeks now we have sought to be attentive to the group of people our heavenly Father invited to be present at the birth of his son Jesus in Bethlehem. During these 2 weeks, we have identified from the scriptures, the people our God ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wisdom And Reality Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 8, 2003

A wise man takes life in stride because he has a realistic perspective about people, society, and himself.

Wisdom and Reality (Eccl. 8:1--9:3) 1. Wisdom has always been a valuable quality: Ivy Lee, a management consultant, was called in by Charles Schwab, chairman of Bethlehem Steel Company, to give him advice on how to better manage his time. After observing Schwab for several hours, Lee gave this ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Ever Opened And Made New

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jun 1, 2020

The Holy Spirit of God fills us up with the divine will and sends us into the world that we may be agents of God's life and healing love.

May 31, 2020 Pentecost Sunday Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Acts 2:1-21 Ever Opened and Made New Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Pray with me: Breathe on me, Breath of God! Fill me with life anew. That I may love ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: Lutheran

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

23. Romans Chapter 5 Verses 6-9 - Messages In Romans – Reconciliation And Who Is Accountable For Sin? - Message 23 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jun 15, 2024

The message today covers reconciliation and the great matter of sin before the Law came in. What is “reckoned, “imputed”? We look at sin leading to death and what God did for us while we were STILL ENEMIES.

23. ROMANS CHAPTER 5 VERSES 6-9 - MESSAGES IN ROMANS – RECONCILIATION AND WHO IS ACCOUNTABLE FOR SIN? - MESSAGE 23 Last time we studied this passage we left off at this most important verse - {{Romans 5:9 “Much more then, having now been justified by His blood, we shall be SAVED FROM THE WRATH ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:9, Romans 5:10, Matthew 5:23-24, Hebrews 10:29, Hebrews 9:18-20, Romans 5:11, Romans 5:12, Romans 5:13, Romans 5:14, Romans 2:14-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Breaking Down Walls

Contributed by Robert Robinson on Aug 13, 2003

For people so greatly advancing in technology as we are, we seem to be declining at the same rapid pace morally.

This morning we are going to take a look at Breaking Down Walls, I will be reading from Ephesians 2:11-22; Therefore remember that you, once Gentiles in the flesh--who are called Uncircumcision by what is called the Circumcision made in the flesh by hands-- that at that time you were without ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22, 1 Peter 2:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The God Kind Of Love

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 27, 2019

God has given us His grace to aspire towards this high standard of AGAPE Love.

THE GOD KIND OF LOVE. Luke 6:27-38. The Sermon on the Plain is directed towards those who ‘came to hear’ Jesus (Luke 6:17). It was ‘toward His disciples’ that Jesus first lifted up His eyes (Luke 6:20). That emphasis is repeated at the beginning of the present passage (Luke 6:27). These are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Being Steadfast In Your Faith Series

Contributed by Michael Mays on Sep 21, 2022

Many things distract us from living up to our identity in Christ--especially guilt and fleshly temptation. Paul continues the narrative of reconciliation: the rescuing of the broken and repairing and repurposing it for His work.

Colossians 1:21-23 21And you, who once were alienated and hostile in mind, doing evil deeds, 22he has now reconciled in his body of flesh by his death, in order to present you holy and blameless and above reproach before him, 23if indeed you continue in the faith, stable and steadfast, not shifting ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:21-23, Ephesians 2:12-13, John 3:19-20, Titus 1:16, Psalm 5:5, 2 Corinthians 5:18-21, Romans 3:23-26, 2 Corinthians 5:17  (view more)  (view less)

Why We Disobey

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Sep 28, 2014

Disobedience is an issue of misplaced trust and miguided "truth". Obedience is a matter of the heart and flows from a heart of trust and love. Build your trust in God and grow your love for God.

Why do we disobey? Have you thought about that? • Think for a moment the last time you disobeyed someone, your parents, your superior. Why did you do that? What causes it? • It couldn’t be nothing. There is always something that triggers our disobedience. God has given clear ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 26:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Onward

Contributed by Scott Carroll on May 21, 2011

perseverance enduring to the end

ONWARD Phil 3:1-15 1 Finally, my brethren, rejoice in the Lord. To write the same things to you, to me indeed is not grievous, but for you it is safe. 2 Beware of dogs, beware of evil workers, beware of the concision. 3 For we are the circumcision, which worship God in the spirit, and rejoice in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Created For Family PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Through Christ, God has broken down the walls of division and brought us together as one family, emphasizing the importance of unity and reconciliation in our faith journey.

Good morning, family! Today, we're going to explore a scripture from Ephesians that unpacks God's plan to unite us all as one. This is truly a message of hope and unity, that shows God's unifying power through the Gospel and His desire for us to live as one in His family. The Apostle Paul, in his ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-21

Topics: God's Family

Living With Those We Disagree

Contributed by Jeff Poor on Sep 11, 2017

When we live in community with those that are different then us we show a little taste of heaven to those around us.

The Others: Living With Those We Disagree Text: Ephesians 2:11-22 Bottom Line: When we live in community with those that are different then us we show a little taste of heaven to those around us. Intro Good morning Real Life, my name is Curtis and I’m the Connections Director here. And it’s great ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Brought Near From Afar Series

Contributed by David Welch on Feb 14, 2011

13th in the series dealing with our having been brought near to God from alienation through the work of Christ.

“Brought Near from Afar” Eph 2:11-22 I. Our Wealth and Worth In Christ 1-4 A. Paul blessed God for blessing us with every spiritual blessing 1:3-14 1. Specially Chosen 1:4 2. Purposefully Adopted 1:5-6 3. Freely Redeemed and Forgiven 1:7-8a 4. Spiritually Enlightened 1:8b-10 5. Surely Deemed ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-21

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance