Sermons on Human Opposition:

The Triumph Of Faith Over Reason

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 17, 2003

Human sensibility and common sense will only take a person so far. The best logic will not help a person get into heaven. Abraham is an outstanding example of man whose faith defied all human reasoning through many crises.

Why Abraham’s Faith Was Superior to Human Reasoning (Rom. 4:10-12) Illustration:The more we know of God, the more unreservedly we will trust him; the greater our progress in theology, the simpler and more childlike will be our faith. J. G. Machen. 1. Why do you suppose that Abraham’s faith ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Advent 2015 - Week 4 - The God-Man

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Dec 24, 2015

Who was it exactly that was placed into the manger that first Christmas morning? Was it God but less than God or fully God? Was He fully human or only veiled in flesh? Like the Trinity the Incarnation boggles the limited human mind. Glory to God!

John 1:1-5, 14 “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning. Through Him all things were made; without Him nothing was made that has been made. “In Him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind. ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5

Denomination: Nazarene

The Ark Of Salvation Series

Contributed by Ricardo Rodriguez on Nov 1, 2012

God sees the wickedness that there is among the children of the men; He cannot ignore the sinful works that humanity commits in any place or most remote place on earth. The evil and deceitful heart of humanity has carried it to extremes to untie the judg

Icebreaker: What would you do if they told you that you only have a few days to live? Biblical Scriptures: Genesis 6:5-7, 2 Peter 2:5-9, Luke 17:26-30. INTRODUCTION God sees the wickedness that there is among the children of the men; He cannot ignore the sinful works that humanity commits in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:5-7

Denomination: Apostolic

Break The Spell

Contributed by Odon Bulamba on Dec 30, 2013

Every single human being has the chance to have friends and they will either be the same as you or different to you; some have trees as their friends, some have their pets as friends and many of us have human beings as our friends.

Acts 8:9-11 Every single human being has the chance to have friends and they will either be the same as you or different to you; some have trees as their friends, some have their pets as friends and many of us have human beings as our friends. There are three categories or friends: 1. Comrades ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:9-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Dagon Fell On His Face

Contributed by John Gaston on May 26, 2015

God is the Living God; He is able to uphold his own Name & honor. He’s not a fabrication of human ingenuity; He’s independent of us. What a miracle when he enters a human life.

WHEN DAGON FELL ON HIS FACE 1 Sam. 4,5 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. My son John Wesley got married yesterday. During the reception they had 2 couples who’d been married over 50 years tell how they’d stayed married. The women said, “Have lots of patience.” The men said, ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Enneagram And Inner Healing - Psycho-Heresy In The Church

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Mar 8, 2019

Within the church there has been a great influx of human psychology mixed with Scripture. This has resulted in a convoluted understanding of the human mind and heart, as they are examined and studied from man’s perspective, rather than from God’s.

The Enneagram System of personality typing has surged in popularity among American Christians, especially among the young who are culturally steeped in both the practices of church doctrine and dogma as well as of the secular world, and are not content with what the Bible says about the human ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-2, Colossians 3:5-6, Romans 16:17-18, Philippians 1:6, 1 Thessalonians 5:24, 2 Corinthians 4:16, 2 Corinthians 3:18, 2 Corinthians 10:5, Isaiah 43:25, 2 Corinthians 5:14-15, Philippians 3:13-14, Jeremiah 17:9, Romans 7:14-20, Romans 10:8-10, John 10:2-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Satan’s Deceptive Religious Leader: The False Prophet Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Oct 16, 2023

Satan imitates a false resurrection, sends someone to act godly, performs fake miracles, and then demands humanity's worship. Why? Because he is so desperate to be accepted that he attempts the things of God to fool humanity.

Alpha and Omega, Part 39, Revelation Part 16 Satan’s Deceptive Religious Leader: The False Prophet Revelation 13:11-18 Introduction - Been studying Revelation together, to understand God’s plan for creation -- REM: Redemption of sin is granted through Jesus; and yes, we have a choice - ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 13:11-18, 2 Corinthians 11:10-15, 2 John 1:7, Galatians 1:6-10, Romans 10:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Blindness To Blessings

Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on Dec 30, 2022

It is very critical if not disastrous to fall into lusting because it places one in denial and refusal to see reality. When God created man and breathed the breath of life into the nostril. Man became a human being or a living soul and not a human doing

BLINDNESS TO BLESSINGS written by Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel December 30, 2022 Reading: Numbers 11:6 “But now our soul is dried away: there is nothing at all, beside this manna, before our eyes.” INTRODUCTION It is very critical if not disastrous to fall into lusting because it places one ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 11:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Kingdom Way – Grace Over Fairness. Matthew 20 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Aug 9, 2025

MATTHEW 20: GRACE, GREATNESS and THE GOD WHO SEES. GOD’s kingdom operates on grace, not human merit. GOD’s grace defies human fairness, greatness is measured by servanthood, and spiritual sight is found in recognizing JESUS.

2025.08.10. Sermon Notes. THE KINGDOM WAY – GRACE OVER FAIRNESS. Matthew 20. GRACE, GREATNESS and THE GOD WHO SEES. William Akehurst, HSWC SCRIPTURES: Matthew 20:1-34, Romans 9:15-16, Ephesians 2:8-9, 2 Peter 1:10-11, Revelation 22:17, Matthew 7:21-23, John 15:16, James 4:6, Ephesians 4:1 BIG ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-34, Romans 9:15-16, Ephesians 2:8-9, 2 Peter 1:10-11, Revelation 22:17, Matthew 7:21-23, John 15:16, James 4:6, Ephesians 4:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Compassion And Light On Christmas

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Jan 3, 2004

Christmas 2: Jesus’ selfless love and compassion is offered by God to bring light and forgiveness to sinful human self-centeredness.

In his book The Power of the Powerless (New York: Doubleday, 1988), Christopher de Vinck tells a simple story. He writes: “One spring afternoon my five-year-old son, David, and I were planting raspberry bushes along the side of the garage. A neighbor joined us for a few moments. David pointed to ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

Glory Of Son Of Man

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 12, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: The cross is the victory of CHRIST. We rejoice in the CROSS of Calvary for our Salvation. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that the CROSS is the ultimate victory of our LORD JESUS CHRIST opposite to the

I. EXORDIUM: The cross is the victory of CHRIST. We rejoice in the CROSS of Calvary for our Salvation. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that the CROSS is the ultimate victory of our LORD JESUS CHRIST opposite to the world's expectations. IV. TEXT: John 13:31-32 (New ...read more

Scripture: John 13:31-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Gospel Encounters Idolatry Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 2, 2025

Acts 19:21-41 shows us how God’s sovereign power confronts idolatry, calling his people to trust him and continue proclaiming the gospel boldly, even in the face of opposition.

Introduction In today’s text, Acts 19:21-41, we encounter a city in turmoil—a riot ignited by the powerful disruption of the gospel. Ephesus, a hub of idolatry and cultural pride, was shaken not by force or political movements but by the transformative power of God’s truth. Acts 19:21-14, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:21-41

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Second Fall

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Aug 30, 2006

Humanities second devastating fall came at the tower of Babel with the loss of clear communication. Pride absolutely cripples us as communicators.

Dakota Community Church July 2, 2006 The Second Fall Introduction: We just came back from a great men’s retreat weekend where one of the themes turned out to be the power of unity and God’s desire for us all to be one even though that idea kind of goes against our natural inclination as men. We ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9

Denomination: Mennonite

Acting On God's Plan - Pt 2 Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jan 27, 2013

Nehemiah had challenged the people with the plan God had given him and now it was time to put that plan into action. Nehemiah leads the people to move forward and rebuild the wall in spite of and in the face of stiff opposition

Sermon Brief Date Written: January 25, 2013 Date Preached: January 27, 2013 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Building with God Sermon Title: Acting On God’s Plan - Pt 2 Sermon Text: Nehemiah 3-4 [ESV] Introduction: Nehemiah heard about Jerusalem lying in ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 8: Watch Out For Pride Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Nov 1, 2010

Pride is a sneaky thing. It's the default program for humans and is at the root of the problem in Corinth, and often at the root of our problems as Christians.

The American Heritage Dictionary defines sarcasm as: "A form of irony in which apparent praise conceals another, scornful meaning." An example might be to someone who is always late and you say to them: "Oh my, you're right on time!" Now if I told you that the Bible has several excellent examples ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:6-21

Denomination: Calvary Chapel