Sermons on Jewish Opposition:

Hannah's Prayer Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Oct 30, 2017

As we continue our series on the prayers in the bible we come to Hannah. Hannah is a pivotal person when it comes to the area of prayer. On Rosh Hashanah (Jewish New Year) her story is read as one of the most important passages of the day. Let's see why.

HANNAH'S PRAYER INTRODUCTION: Today we'll be talking about a wonderful woman of faith; her name is Hannah. For the Jewish people Hannah is a pivotal person when it comes to the area of prayer. On Rosh Hashanah (Jewish New Year) her story is read as one of the most important passages of the day. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:18-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Here's A Man Who Needs No Introduction Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 1, 2024

To take somebody else’s off was considered absolutely degrading. If you had servants, one of the rules was you could never make a Jewish servant take your sandals off. That would be too degrading to make a fellow countryman do.

We celebrate celebrities. Whether it is rock stars, actors, or actresses, or athletes. Our culture loves celebrities. They are celebrated because of their unique talents and skills. The Gospel of John introduces us to the celebrity of the universe – Jesus Christ. Because there is nobody but nobody ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11, John 1:29-34

Denomination: Baptist

The Pit Knows Everything

Contributed by James Westmoreland on Aug 27, 2005

One of the great challenges in life is to deal with opposition and the knowledge that not everyone likes us. There are other experiences that are very hard for us to deal with and one of them is when we experience a sense of abandonment. It is then that t

Have you ever had the feeling that things were not going your way? That it was going to be a "bad hair" day and not much else was going to go well either? Robert Orben(1) was quoted as saying, "Sometimes I get the feeling the whole world is against me, but deep down I know that’s not true. Some of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-28

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

Correct Connection In Christ

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Jul 12, 2004

If taught correctly these verses will encourage our security in Christ! The Believer in Christ ought to be the most secure person with their relationship with God. Sadly, it seems just the opposite. So it’s time that changes!

Every person has been put on this planet for two reasons, first, to know God and secondly, to show that God in their life! So basically, everything less is just a waist of time! The average Christian doesn’t know the difference between union with Christ and communion with Christ: (verse 5 is ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Two Divided By War, United Through Christ

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Apr 14, 2002

This sermon is about two aviators on opposites sides of World War II and their conversion to Christianity. (Mitsuo Fuchida who led the attack on Pearl Harbor and Jacob Deshazer who participated in the Doolittle raid).

TWO DIVIDED BY WAR, UNITED THROUGH CHRIST Text Isaiah 2:1-4 Isaiah 2:1-4 gives us a wonderful picture of God’s peace. Verse 4 poetically states that the weapons of war will be transformed into items that are constructive. Swords will beaten into plowshares. Spears will be beaten into ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 2:1-4

Denomination: United Methodist

Facing A Hostile World

Contributed by Warren Bird on Jul 24, 2003

The world is hostile to God and His people. It was to David, son of Jesse, also. How did he face spiritual opposition and what can we learn for the battle we are called to fight today?

Introduction I read something this week that reinforced a conviction that has been growing in my mind over the past several months. What I read was a news item about a plaque that has been taken away from a tourist centre at the Grand Canyon in the USA. Have any of you been to the Grand ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 26:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Timely Tips For Troublesome Times From A Transformed Tentmaker To Timid Tim

Contributed by Billy Kryger on Sep 23, 2002

Timothy, like many young people today, faced opposition in his endeavor to live for God. Each chapter of 2 Timothy offers advice from the Apostle Paul to his son in the faith.

Introduction: · Timothy, like many young people today, was trying to serve God. · He faced many obstacles in the ministry. · This was discouraging to him. · Paul, his spiritual father, wrote to encourage him · Each chapter of 2 Timothy offers encouragement. Body: 1. STIR UP---1:6 A. Each of us ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Alone, Yet Not Alone Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 25, 2021

The title of my message is a paradox, for to say, alone, yet not alone seems to contradict itself. How can two opposites be true? How can one be alone and yet not alone at the same time?

Bjornsen, the great Norwegian poet, who received the Nobel Prize for literature was once asked what incident in his life gave him the most pleasure. He replied that is was an occasion when his house was attacked and his windows broken. This sounds slightly odd and paradoxical, but before you jump ...read more

Scripture: John 16:29-32

Contrast Of Testimonies Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Apr 3, 2024

Can you picture a contrast of testimonies in your mind? A situation where there was a believer with a good testimony and one with a bad testimony. John contrasts two church leaders and mentions their testimonies that are complete opposites.

Don’t you like the old western cowboy movies when you knew who the good guy was and who was the bad guy. You can pick them out easily in those old movies because the good guy wears the white hat, and the bad guy wears the black hat. This letter makes it obvious who the good guy is and who is the ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35, 3 John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Of The Breakthrough Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 2, 2025

The Lord of the Breakthrough is not a mere title—it is a revelation of God's nature. When we recognise Him as such, we understand that no limitation is final, no delay is permanent, and no opposition is too great.

THE LORD OF THE BREAKTHROUGH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Chronicles 14:11 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 45:2-3, Micah 2:13, 2 Samuel 5:20, Psalm 114:1-8, Acts 12:6-10 INTRODUCTION: Life often presents us with barriers—physical, spiritual, emotional, and situational—that seem impossible to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 14:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Cost Of Following Christ | Matthew 9:35-10:42 Series

Contributed by Amar Chandnani on May 13, 2025

The cost of following Christ will involve suffering and sacrifice. It will involve love and compassion for others. It will entail persecution and opposition from others. It will demand self-denial and humility -- all of these combined -- but the reward is eternal and permanent.

I used to run for our college varsity track team and I can recall the many months of training we would undergo just to compete in a division race. Two hours running before the sun is up and two hours more before the sun goes down. It was grueling. Our coach would pound us with circuit training, ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faith And Politics Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 22, 2021

Submit to all human authority, because of Christ, because of your critics, and because you are free!

At the spring 2000 opening of the Florida Senate, Donald L. Roberts, president and CEO of Goodwill Industries, offered a prayer. I think you’ll appreciate the candor of it. In part, this is what he prayed: Holy and Eternal God, it must be great to be God, to get what you want—when you want it—how ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-17, Acts 4:19, Acts 5:29, Romans 13:1-2, Romans 5:8, Hebrews 2:14-15, Galatians 5:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Work And Weapons

Contributed by Brian Harvison on May 29, 2008

In Nehemiah 4 we see this struggle between Satan and God’s people On Satan’s side are Sanballat, Tobiah, the Arabians, the Ammonites and the Ashdodites On God’s side are Nehemiah and the Jewish people who are trying so hard to rebuild the wall of Jerusa

Since the beginning of time people have fought with each other A group of historians has compiled the following info. In the last 5600 years the world has seen only 292 years of peace During this same period there have been 14,351 wars In which 3.64 billion people have been killed The property ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:12-23

Denomination: Baptist

Rosh Hashanah In Christ

Contributed by Eric Aschendorf on Sep 27, 2003

Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. In scripture this day is called the "day of blowing trumpets". We call the trumpets Shofar. It is necessary to blow the Shofar to produce particular sounds. These sounds represent the desperate cry of a sinner that real

Tree Of Life Ministries Association http://www.treeoflifeinc.org Rosh Hashanah In CHRIST Leviticus 23:24 Pastor Eric Aschendorf 9/27/2003 ____________________________________ Shalom, Since today is Sept 27, 2003. For a Jew this is Rosh Hashanah. I felt this was simply a Word In Due Season. ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 23:24, Deuteronomy 30:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Reformation: Understanding God's Love

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Oct 23, 2008

I begin with an illustration of Dr. Rev. Newton in discussion with a Jewish man who challenged the conlusion to a prayer.... "in the name of jesus Christ..." It’s a great ending. This is an example of the culture we live in and the challenge to the "tru

In Jesus Holy Name October 26, 2008 Text: John 3:7 & Titus 3:7 (GN) Redeemer “Reformation: Understanding God’s Love” Earlier this fall our District President was attending the Oakland A’s Baseball game. Before the game Thrivent sponsored their pre game BBQ in the parking lot. All ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:7

Denomination: Lutheran