Sermons on Hostility:

Christmas And The Cross

Contributed by Alex Perednia on Feb 25, 2007

What is the connection between the Creche and the Cross... between Christ’s birth and his death. Andy why do we have to talk about Christ’s death at the time of his birth? (This sermon was preached in parts with Jason Lundy doing Part II)

I. INTRODUCTION: The Crèche and the Cross (Colossians 2:9; Mark 10:45; Hebrews 9:28, 10:5-7, 9-10; 1 Corinthians 1:23) Our text today is Colossians 2:9, 13-15. Did you notice that Colossians 2:9 celebrates the wonderful reality of Christmas: in coming to earth Jesus was “the fullness of Godhead ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

A Secret Worth Sharing

Contributed by Carl Allen on Dec 12, 2006

Have you ever been entrusted with a secret that you had a hard time keeping to yourself? It is so good that you just want to share it with someone. Sometimes it is hard to keep a secret. But I have a secret for you tonight that you don’t have to keep b

A SECRET WORTH SHARING Ephesians 3:1-13 INTRODUCTION Have you ever been entrusted with a secret that you had a hard time keeping to yourself? It is so good that you just want to share it with someone. Sometimes it is hard to keep a secret. But I have a secret for you tonight that you don’t have ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Gideon - Part 6 Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Nov 13, 2014

The final part of the Gideon saga - Gideon kills the two kings, refuses to lead Israel, makes an idol of an ephod of gold, lives in peace and has seventy sons by many wives and a concubine. What can we learn from the account of Gideon?

We've finally arrived at the end of the saga of Gideon, one of the judges of Israel. Judges 8:18-35 Recount the story of Zebah, Zalmunna and Gideon’s brothers. Who were the men you killed in Tabor? Kill ‘em, son … Kill us yourself, if you’re man enough! Gideon is ...read more

Scripture: Judges 8:18-35

Denomination: Nazarene

Jehovah Jireh; God Our Provider

Contributed by Keith Peters on Jul 6, 2011

God lead early American's much as He did early Israel.

Jehovah Jireh; God our Provider Psalm 78 and Deut. 8 "But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus." (Philippians 4:19) REFLECTION: Psalm 78 is a brief History of the first 500 years or so of Israel as a Nation under God’s Law. In it God spends ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

A Service Of The Nativity Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 30, 2010

A Christmas Eve Service of Nativity

A Service of the Nativity Greetings and Introduction Welcome to our Service of the Nativity. We began a journey four weeks ago, a journey that will continue with Jesus throughout this next year. We have watched and waited these past four weeks of Advent, anticipating the Coming of the Christ. And ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Obedient Faith

Contributed by Trae Durden on Dec 13, 2008

Obedient faith is all that God requires of man.

Obedient Faith Motivated by Love is all that God Requires of Man “He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?” MICAH 6:8 1. God provides the grace. a. “For the grace of God that brings ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Preeminence Of Christ Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 12, 2015

Jesus Christ is preeminent over the original creation and new creation. Christ Is Preeminent in the New Creation (vs. 18-20)

The Supremacy and Sufficiency of Christ, part 4 The Preeminence of Christ Colossians 1:15-20 David Taylor February 8, 2015 We are in the midst of our series, “The Supremacy and Sufficiency of Christ,” based upon the letter the apostle Paul wrote to the Colossian church. Today we get ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What God Has In Store For The Wicked

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Oct 9, 2019

THE NEED TO REPENT

WHAT GOD HAS IN STORE FOR THE WICKED NAHUM 1:2-3, 6 1. BACKGROUND. THIS BOOK IS WRITTEN BY NAHUM, WHO IS CONSIDERED TO BE A MINOR PROPHET; NOT BECAUSE HE IS NOT OF SIGNIFICANCE, BUT DUE TO LENGTH OF THE BOOK THAT BARES HIS NAME. THE NAME NAHUM IS AN ABBREVIATION OF THE NAME NEHEMIAH, WHICH MEANS ...read more

Scripture: Nahum 1:2

Denomination: Baptist

Profile: Recipient Of Mercy Series

Contributed by John Romeo Verastigue Etis on Jul 6, 2015

This series entitled "PROFILE", meaning our profile in the eyes of the Living God.

9 But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvellous light. 10 Once you were not a people, but now you are God's people; once you had not received mercy, but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-10

Denomination: Christian Church

Better Together Part 3 Series

Contributed by Matthew Botha on Apr 12, 2016

God has accepted you through the sacrificial death of Jesus Christ. In this message we learn how to develop a culture of acceptance

13 April 2016 THREE STRANDS (Part 3) Key Scripture for series: Ecc 4:12 (NLT) A person standing alone can be attacked and defeated, but two can stand back to back and conquer. Three are even better for a triple braided cord is not easily broken. What happens when a group of people love without any ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Where Jesus Went For Wisdom

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jun 16, 2011

In another of the confrontations Jesus had with the religious leaders of His day, it is instructive to see where He went for His authority. He amazed the crowds with His responses, but we have the same basis for authority that He exercised.

Passage: Matthew 22:23-33 Intro: Christians have been portrayed down thru the years as “Bible-thumpers”. Il) there is an “I hate Bible- Thumpers” page on Facebook. 1. in many ways, it is a compliment. 2. means that we draw our authority, our wisdom, from the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:23-33

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Strenghth And Weakness Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 24, 2014

Jesus boldly stands trial before the high priest Annas

John 18:12-27 “Strength and Weakness” INTRODUCTION The lives of heroic people inspire us and challenge us to be greater than we have been and more than we are. Recently a ceremony was held at the White House where twenty-four veterans of World War II, the Korean Conflict, and ...read more

Scripture: John 18:12-27

Denomination: Lutheran

Transformed By Truth: Overcoming Evil With Good Romans 12:19-21 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 5, 2024

Romans 12:19-21, explores the profound truth that we are called to overcome evil with good. This teaching is not only countercultural but also transformative, inviting us to live out the gospel in radical ways.

Transformed by Truth: Overcoming Evil with Good Romans 12:19-21 Introduction Today, we dive deep into Romans 12:19-21, exploring the profound truth that we are called to overcome evil with good. This teaching is not only countercultural but also transformative, inviting us to live out the gospel ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:19-21, Romans 12:19, Deuteronomy 32:35, Proverbs 20:22, Romans 12:20, Proverbs 25:21-22, Luke 6:35, Romans 12:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Israel's Division (2 Chronicles 10)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 11, 2025

Will God reunite a divided humanity?

If today’s world is about division, is God’s plan to bring all people groups together? Let’s begin in 2 Chronicles 10. Do we get Rehoboam and Jeroboam mixed up? Can we remember that Jeroboam rebelled against Judah? Rehoboam went to Shechem where everyone was waiting to crown him king. Jeroboam ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Hated For Speaking Truth PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Have the courage to speak God's truth, even when it is unpopular or met with resistance, trusting in God's future promises.

Good morning, brothers and sisters. Today, we're going to dive into the book of Amos and explore a verse that challenges us to think about the power, cost, and courage of speaking truth. Amos 5:10 says: "They hate him who reproves in the gate, and they abhor him who speaks the truth." Here’s a ...read more

Scripture: Amos 5:10

Topics: Truth, Power