Sermons on mental battle: showing 136-150 of 46,457

Battle Dress Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 25, 2009

God’s armour is complete; his servant is fully protected and equipped to fulfil the mission to stand firm against the enemy.

EPHESIANS 6:13-18 BATTLE DRESS “Take up the whole armour of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm. Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness, and, as shoes for your feet, having ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Final Battle Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 25, 2009

When Jesus comes again, it will be in power, and righteousness and judgment. But what does His 2nd coming mean to us, and what part (if any) do we play in it?

OPEN: Several years ago Johnny Carson had Billy Graham as a guest on his show. At one point there was a lull in the conversation and Johnny said, "You know what Billy, I bet if Jesus ever came back to earth, I bet we’d do him in again!" Billy Graham leaned forward in his seat, and said, "In the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:8-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Raging Battle Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 19, 2009

In the battle that rages about us, many are taken captive. Many more are unawasre that we are at war. However, the Bible insists that we are engaged in war with a brutal enemy. Are we ready?

EPHESIANS 6:11 THE RAGING BATTLE “Put on the whole armour of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil.” If you seek a religion that will make you comfortable, Christianity is not for you. Despite the emphasis on peace and benefit that emanates from Christian pulpits, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:11

Denomination: Baptist

Job's Battle

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 5, 2009

Knowing our temptation isn’t new and that people through out time has faced the same battles helps. Also God is our shield and defense.

Job’s Battle Text: Job 1:6-12 Now there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the LORD, and Satan also came among them. 7 And the LORD said to Satan, “From where do you come?” So Satan answered the LORD and said, “From going to and fro on the ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:6-12

Denomination: Church Of God

The Battle For Righteousness

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Aug 15, 2010

The battle is over, but satan the accuser, tries his best to get the believer to doubt their righteousness. What is your testimony? Jesus’ righteousness!

The Battle for Righteousness Text: Ephesians 6:10-12 10 A final word: Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. 11 Put on all of God’s armor so that you will be able to stand firm against all strategies of the devil. 12 For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-12

Denomination: Church Of God

Dressed For Battle

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 21, 2012

The belt, breastplate & shoes of the armour of God. (Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: • (1). The Belt of truth (vs 14a) • (2). The Breastplate of Righteousness (vs 14b) • (3). The shoes of peace (vs 15) SERMON BODY: Ill: English prisoner of war joke. • An English prisoner of war was held by the Germans. • The Englishman ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:14-15

Denomination: Brethren

Internal Battle

Contributed by Jose R. Hernandez on Apr 11, 2011

Today I want us to explore this internal battle that we all face on a daily basis, but most of all, so that we can discover what side we are feeding.

Someone sent me a reflection the other day that I would like to share with you. There was this ancient Indian that was teaching his grandson about life. Ht told the boy: there is a fierce battle being fought inside of me. And this battle is being fought inside of you and inside of every person ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:17-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Epic - The Battle Series

Contributed by Brian Gordon on Nov 7, 2011

Sermon Series based on the John Eldredge book

I. Introduction A. You get up one morning early to give yourself plenty of time because you have a big presentation to make at work. a. When you get in the shower the water is inexplicably cold. b. You go to get dressed and that skirt, or pair of pants, that you knew was in a certain place in the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:7-9

Denomination: Methodist

Battling And Building

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 19, 2010

They had a tool in one hand and a sword in the other. They had to multitask and keep one eye on the work and the other eye on the enemy. Link inc. to formatted text, audio/video, PowerPoint.

Battling and Building Nehemiah 4:11-23 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/BattlingBuilding.html Building is a battle. Just finding good weather is tough for roofers. It's too hot or too cold, it's raining or there's frost and it's too slippery. It's too steep!! Or the Pastor is too demanding!!! ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:11-23

Denomination: Baptist

Battling Fear

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 8, 2011

Fear will draw in the enemy and will make what you speak with your mouth come to pass.

I Introduction A Fear is a magnet for demons. 1 Fear will draw in the enemy and will make what you speak with your mouth come to pass. a "For what I fear comes upon me, and what I dread befalls me.” Job 3:25 (NASB) aa I believe Job feared two major things in his life; outliving his ...read more

Scripture: Job 3:25

Denomination: Baptist

The Battle Of The Church

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Nov 18, 2012

Instruction on battling Satan and his schemes.

The Battle of the Church Text: Ephesians 6:10-20 Introduction: True story....A Christian leader was traveling recently by plane. He noticed that the man sitting two seats over was ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Battle For The Mind Series

Contributed by Tim White on Feb 14, 2013

The enemy of God is the enemy of the mind. How do we fight this battle for our thoughts?

C.S. Lewis quote: There are two equal and opposite errors into which our race can fall about the devils. One is to disbelieve in their existence. The other is to believe, and to feel an excessive and unhealthy interest in them. They themselves are equally pleased by both errors and hail a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Battle Of The Home Series

Contributed by Tim White on Mar 11, 2013

The Battle of the Home begins with victory in the battle of the mind. However, there are further clear directions in scriptures to insure that the home is a fortress, not a battleground.

The Battle for the Home Ephesians 5:21-6:4 At the annual family-reunion picnic, a young bride led her husband over to an old woman busily crocheting in a rocker. "Granny," she said, touching the old woman's hand affectionately, "this is my new husband." The woman eyed him critically for a long ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Battle Of The Church Series

Contributed by Tim White on Mar 11, 2013

Spiritual warfare in the Church can be won by the blood of the Lamb, the word of our testimony and not loving life more than the cause. Some insights on the Battle of the Church and the need for unity.

The Battle of the Church 1 Corinthians 1:10-13. Satan attacks the Christian, the family, and the Church. Efforts to defeat Satan in the family and Church will have little effect unless the battle of the mind is experiencing victory. However, when God’s people walk with Him, we find peace in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Battle In Gethsemane

Contributed by Jackie Barker on Apr 3, 2013

The true battle was fought not on Golgotha or in the tomb but in the garden....

Jesus has had a rough week. On Sunday He rode into the city, among a people who while singing praises with their lips, had their hearts far from him. He sees Jerusalem and sobs – knowing not only their betrayal of him, but also of their ultimate destruction and devastation in years to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-48

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed