Sermons on Human Opposition:

Living Wisely Or Wisdom From Above Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 2, 2018

Message 18 in our exposition of James. This message covers 3:15-18 instructing us to live wisely followed by several insights regarding wisdom from above and wisdom from earthly , soulish and demonic sources.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Wisdom from Above” or "Living Wisely" The book of James is all about what it looks like to live by genuine faith. James recorded numerous instructions (51) that a person living by faith readily obeys because they are God’s instructions. James described ...read more

Scripture: James 3:15-18, 1 Corinthians 3:1-3, Ephesians 2:1-2, Colossians 2:20-23

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

From Mission Impossible To Mission Accomplished!

Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Aug 2, 2014

God is delighted and able to take the misfits and rejected of society, and patiently turn them into world shakers and world changers for the Kingdom of God! All he needs is a surrendered and committed life.

Acts 4:1-13 KJV And as they spake unto the people, the priests, and the captain of the temple, and the Sadducees, came upon them, 2 Being grieved that they taught the people, and preached through Jesus the resurrection from the dead. 3 And they laid hands on them, and put them in hold unto ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Game Of Thrones- Israel’s Experience With Human Kings” Series

Contributed by Rev. Clarence Eisberg on Oct 27, 2015

King Saul has been consumed by jealousy over David’s popularity. This jealousy turned to hatred fueling his desire to kill David. Jonathan had to choose loyalty to his Father, or his best friend David.

The Game of Thrones- Israel’s Experience with Human Kings” “A House Divided” In the darkest hours of the Civil War President Abraham Lincoln quoted Jesus when he said: “A house divided cannot stand.” This morning we are returning to our series of messages ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus From Baby To Boy

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jan 21, 2010

Some people think that Jesus never knew sickness or pain until the cross but that thinking is contrary to scripture. Jesus knows full well what it means to be human.

Jesus from Baby to Boy Many people are fascinated with the life of Jesus but say there is a lack of information about his early years. I want to address that concern and show you we know more about Jesus early years than people think. What we need to remember is that the gospel writers were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Imagine: No Hell Below Us; Above Us Only Sky Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 28, 2018

Two-thirds of Americans believe there is no hell. Let's imagine for a moment there is no hell. Lest you take me literally, I DO believe in the existence of heaven and hell. But what would you do if you wanted to eliminate the distasteful idea of hell?

INTRODUCTION There are many theories about the afterlife. Some people believe in reincarnation. Three men died and stood before God, who asked them how they wanted to spend their next life on earth. The first man said, “I want to come back as myself, but I want to be 10 times smarter.” “Poof,” God ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:42-49

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas: "An Amazing Journey”

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Dec 14, 2025

All journeys pale in comparison to the greatest journey of all time, that which we know as Christmas. Today I’d like to share with you the divine version of this story, which is found in the first chapter of John’s gospel.

Christmas: “An Amazing Journey” John 1:1-5, 14 Watch on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cXpWnJ1-iF4 As we enter this Christmas season, the true meaning we should share with the world is that Jesus left His heavenly estate and came down as a human baby; it’s about God ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 49:7-8, John 1:1-5, John 1:14

Denomination: Foursquare

What Was Jesus Saying (Wwjs)?

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jan 13, 2014

The Word of God speaks with a clear and loud voice. When we reject the Truth, then it is all riddles and parables. When we believe, the Truth is heard clearly again.

What Was Jesus Saying (WWJS)? John 7:25-36 Introduction In our last several messages from the seventh chapter of John, we have noted that it happened at the Feast of Tabernacles about six months before the crucifixion. His brothers wanted Him to go and make a public show of his super powers to ...read more

Scripture: John 7:25-36

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Bringing Down The Strongholds Of Hell Part 3 Series

Contributed by James Lee on Dec 4, 2015

I would like to thank Pastor Jerry Shirley for sharing this series on Acts. It has been a blessing as well as a great help. I have used these for our church, as I spend my days caring for my dying father.

Bringing Down the Strongholds of Hell Acts 19:8-27 Part 3 [2Co 10:4 NIV] “The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds.” Last time we looked at the open door of opportunity, placed in front of Paul. We ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:8-27

Denomination: Baptist

How To Live A Successful Life Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 17, 2013

A study of the book of Psalms 1

Psalm 1 How To Live A Successful Life 1 Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor stands in the path of sinners, nor sits in the seat of the scornful; 2 But his delight is in the law of the LORD, and in His law he meditates day and night. 3 He shall be like a tree planted ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-7

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Temple Completed Series

Contributed by Larry Wilson on Jul 13, 2010

Sermon 9 in the series. Nothing great has ever been accomplished without opposition. Remember, these locals worshiped Jehovah, but only as ONE of their many gods. When the Jews would not join with them, then they tried to harass them, both locally and leg

The Book of Ezra Study #11 (Ezra 6) The Temple Completed! OPEN: * 1. What do you think is valuable about studying history? 2. When have you discovered something about the past that has helped you in the present? • I remember when I learned that no great thing has ever been accomplished ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 6:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Ai And The Humbling Of Man

Contributed by Ronald Moore on Jun 27, 2025

We are living in a remarkable age—an age of breathtaking technological advancement. In just one generation, we’ve gone from rotary phones to smartphones, from libraries to the internet, from hand-written letters to global instant communication.

"Beware lest you say in your heart, ‘My power and the might of my hand have gained me this wealth.’ But you shall remember the LORD your God, for it is He who gives you power to get wealth…" —Deuteronomy 8:17–18a (NKJV) ---Introduction: A Moment of Pride--- We are living in a ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:17-18

Denomination: Anglican

Doing It God’s Way Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 15, 2009

If we want to see God’s will done in our lives, then we must commit ourselves to doing things His way.

Doing It God’s Way Acts 21:27-40 Intro: As we have followed Paul through the past few chapters of Acts, we have witnessed someone who was willing to give up his own way in order to do what God had called him to do. That is not always easy to do because we are too easily convinced that our way is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:27-40

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Three Attitudes About Christ (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Apr 19, 2015

Pt 2 of a 2-part sermon examining 3 attitudes toward Christ & the Gospel displayed in Acts 5:17-42. Pt 1 dealt with the spirit of opposition and the spirit of compromise Gamaliel typified. This sermon shows the spirit of discipleship Peter & John showed.

Three Attitudes about Christ (Part 2) Acts Series Chuck Sligh April 19, 2015 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation of this sermon is available upon request by emailing me at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Acts 5:29-33 – “Then Peter and the other apostles answered and said, We ought to obey ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:29-33

Denomination: Baptist

Living In A Lion’s Den Without Being Eaten

Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 30, 2014

Many times we are attacked. We see 5 characteristics about Daniel that, when the lions came to eat him, were the things responsible for keeping him from being devoured.

LIVING IN A LION’S DEN WITHOUT BEING EATEN Dan. 6:1-24 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: HELPING OUT 1. We all love it when other drivers blow their horns at us. It can really test your Christianity! I remember the story of… 2. Sandra, while out driving her car, stopped to obey a red light ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Return Of The King Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Sep 2, 2015

Opposition, Suffering, Hope, Jesus' Return

FOLLOW THE LEADER – The Return of the King 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 (pg. 825) September 6, 2015 Introduction: I think it’s important that we remember that when Paul originally wrote his letters to the churches...including the Thessalonian churches, there were no chapters and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ