Sermons on Human Opposition:

I Thirst Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on May 28, 2015

This sermon looks at Jesus' saying "I thirst"

“I thirst” John 19:28-29 Jesus’ words from the cross in today’s Scripture appear only in the Gospel of John. It is the shortest of Jesus’ 7 sayings on the cross. One of the things we need to understand is that John writes with great depth and what appears on the ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-29

Denomination: Methodist

Confounding Worldly Strengths Through The Weaknesses Of God

Contributed by David Tack on Jun 25, 2014

Are you properly sealed with the Holy Spirit of Promise . . . If not, it could have catastrophic consequences . . . . You might be separated from a loving God for a time-frame of eternity!

SHOW VIDEO: Find a You-Tube video that gives a vivid picture of the Space Shuttle tragic explosion. It is with this picture the following sermon will generate it's focus from. INTERESTING DATA “The commission's report cited the cause of the disaster as the failure of an “O-ring” ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Running On Empty

Contributed by Felicia Clayborne on Oct 4, 2015

Recognize that you are on empty.

Title: Running On Empty Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:10 KJV: Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ's sake: for when I am weak, then am I strong. Introduction: Have you ever drove your car when it was on empty? Have you ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Test Of Power And Authority

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Aug 24, 2014

Many times, we get hurt and we wanted to take revenge. But God reminds us through the story of Joseph that we have been placed by God in that position of authority for a greater purpose and that we must always manifest a humble heart.

THE TEST OF POWER AND AUTHORITY Last week, we talked about the promotion of Joseph to the second highest in command of Egypt. He had been lifted up from the dark dungeon of despair to the palace of great responsibility, authority and power. It was a long process of waiting patiently and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 42:1-38

Denomination: Nazarene

Thirsty Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Mar 23, 2015

This sermon is fifth in a series of seven dealing with the last words of Jesus. The statement "I am thirsty." points out: I. The Humanity of Christ II. The Sovereignty of Christ III. The Fulfilled Prophecies of Christ

Thirsty This morning we will continue our study on the sayings of Jesus from the cross. Today we come the fifth statement of Jesus. It is found in the gospel of John chapter nineteen. Please follow along as I read: Jesus, knowing that all things had already been accomplished, to fulfill the ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Still Loves The World Series

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Feb 22, 2016

Looking at our world today you may wonder does God still love the world. The simple truth is yes He does and He has gone to great lengths to demonstrate His love to all humanity.

God still loves the world Looking at our world today you may wonder does God still love the world. The simple truth is yes He does and He has gone to great lengths to demonstrate His love to all humanity. He did this by living among us in the person of Jesus Christ. Through Jesus we were given ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Leave Me Alone! Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Feb 29, 2016

a study of the book of Job 10: 1 – 22

Job 10: 1 – 22 Leave Me Alone! 1“My soul loathes my life; I will give free course to my complaint, I will speak in the bitterness of my soul. 2 I will say to God, ‘Do not condemn me; Show me why You contend with me. 3 Does it seem good to You that You should oppress, that You ...read more

Scripture: Job 10:1-22

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

"greater Works Or Great Excuses"

Contributed by Anthony (Tony) Charles on Aug 17, 2025

Jesus promised believers would do greater works than He did, but instead of operating in God's power, we've substituted excuses for the supernatural works we're called to perform.

GREATER WORKS or GREAT EXCUSES Text: John 14:12 – “Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me, the works that I do shall he do also; and greater works than these shall he do; because I go unto my Father.” Mark 16:17-18 And these signs will accompany those who believe: In My name they ...read more

Scripture: John 14:12, Mark 16:17, Matthew 10:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Deep Dive Into Sin........., Judgement And Grace. Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Feb 17, 2024

There is a pattern established by God. That of Sin, judgement and grace. We look at how this is depicted in Genesis chapters 1-20.

A deep dive into Sin, Judgment and Grace. We started last week's message with a review of the events from creation, up until the birth of Abram who would go onto have his name changed to Abraham, which means The Father of Many. Rochelle and I got home and discussed the message and the amount ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:12, John 10:10, Genesis 4:9, Genesis 4:10-16, Romans 6:23, Genesis 12:1-3, Luke 18:9-14, Genesis 2:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

Discerning Demonic Influence Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 24, 2025

Here are few examples to help you identify potential demonic influence.

Discerning whether you're interacting with a human or a demonic entity can be challenging. Here are few examples to help you identify potential demonic influence. Unusual or unsettling physical sensations: Feeling an intense, unexplained chill, heat, or presence. Inconsistent or contradictory ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-8, Ephesians 6:10-18

A "persian Flaw": How Peter (And The Rest Of Us) Need To Learn To Forgive Ourselves

Contributed by Jessica Linde on Aug 29, 2024

Looking at the example of Peter and his denial of Jesus, this sermon's ultimate message is that God has long since already forgiven us of our mistakes, so now it's time that we forgive ourselves.

When I was conversing with colleagues earlier this week about the theme of today’s service, I was reminded of an idiom that we have in the English language: for something to be a “Persian flaw”. Have any of you heard this idiom before? Right… okay. A couple of you. It’s one that isn’t as common ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:33-35, John 21:15-22

Too Big For Us To Understand

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 7, 2025

Jesus, in His compassion for us mentally and spiritually wounded humans, used His Sacred Body in His ministry, and used material things in His contact with men and women.

Friday after the Epiphany 2025 Our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, was descended from King David, as Matthew’s Gospel tells us, but more fundamentally, He was a real human being, a real man, ultimately the offspring of Adam and Eve. Luke’s Gospel, in the third chapter, takes us all the way back ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:12-16, 1 John 5:5-13

Denomination: Catholic

Covenant Renewed (Deuteronomy 29)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 16, 2025

Why was there a need for a new covenant? Who was at fault? Let's begin in Deuteronomy 29.

Why was there a need for a new covenant? Was there a fault with God, the covenant or the people? Let’s begin with the old covenant in Deuteronomy 29. Was the covenant renewed while Israel waited in the land of Moab? These are the words of the covenant that the Lord commanded Moses to make with ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Responsibility Of Freedom

Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on May 21, 2011

As we move ever closer to the idea of freedom, we must confront the reality that the coin of freedom has two sides: and on the opposite side is responsibility.

Sunday, November 9, 2008 “The Responsibility of Freedom Text: Galatians 5: 1 – 14 When Nelson Mandela, after 27 years in prison, won the election as President of South Africa, standing in the grand Stadium before hundreds of thousands of his people dancing, shouting, and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Hope In You

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Apr 28, 2008

Hope is the opposite of despair; how can I "sanctify" Christ in my heart so I can defend the Gospel in this despair-filled world?

but in your hearts sanctify Christ as Lord. Always be ready to make your defense to anyone who demands from you an accounting for the hope that is in you; 1 Peter 3: 15 (NRSVA) Hope is the opposite of despair. Charles Swindoll tells the story of a missionary who was sitting by her ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-22

Denomination: United Methodist