Sermons on Opening Up To The Enemy:

The Hulk: Don't Go Down Without A Fight Series

Contributed by Ken Hubbard on Feb 11, 2010

A sermon about the enemies worth fighting: division, defeat, discouragement and distraction.

VIDEO: Wing Clips, "Got to Try", and Hulk vs. Abomination INTRO: * Bruce has found a way to control the rage that turns him into the Hulk * His dreams are about to come true. He is going to marry the girl of his dreams * But there is an enemy (Abomination) (explain) * Who is on the loose and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Iiib2― Reasons For This Concern (Colossians 2:4-5) Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Nov 4, 2018

Knowing that there were already enemies attacking the church in Colossae, Paul offered encouragement.

9/3/18 Tom Lowe IIIB2? Reasons for This Concern (Colossians 2:4-5) • “Special Notes” and “Scripture” follow associated verses. • NIV Bible is used throughout unless noted otherwise. Colossians 2:4-5 (NIV) (4) I tell you this so that no one may deceive you by fine-sounding arguments. (5) For ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

God's Branch Office

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Nov 26, 2012

Be a full service Branch Office for God, not just an ATM or an office that’s only open on Sundays. God’s branch offices are supposed to be open 24/7-365.

God’s Branch Office November 25, 2012 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We are to be representatives of God on Earth. Focus Passage: Matthew 2:19-23 Introduction: Whenever I walk in to any Arvest Bank, I’m not really walking into THE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:19-23

Denomination: Baptist

Weeds, Water, And Insects Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on May 21, 2007

There are natural enemies to growth that must be confronted and overcome through spiritual weapons.

WEEDS, WATER, AND INSECTS Mark 7:1-23 (NIV) Sermon Objective: There are natural enemies to growth that must be confronted and overcome through spiritual weapons. SERIES INTRO: We are in a sermon series today from Mark’s Gospel called “Life on the Farm.” It will focus on some of the basics of the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-23

Denomination: Nazarene

House Of Mourning Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 8, 2003

One of God’s purposes for our lives is that we enjoy them., but it is not the ONLY purpose. He wants to deepen us, and that comes not so much from joy as it does facing the sober realities of life. Facing life’s realities opens us up to receive wisdom,

Sober Thoughts and Balanced Living OR What Does A Mature Person Look Like? (Ecclesiastes 7:1-22) 1. The gift of enjoyment is a wonderful gift. 2. But remember that from chapter 3, “a time to weep and a time to laugh.” 3. We have to take the good with the bad; like Job, we have to say, “The Lord ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:1-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Ripping Off God Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 3, 2011

... Test Me now with this, says Jehovah of Hosts, to see if I will not open the windows of Heaven for you, and pour out a blessing for you, until there is not enough room. God said it, so I’ll say it. God is willing to take up the challenge. Tithing is no

Opening illustration: 24 year old Danny Simpson was sentenced to 6 years in jail for robbing a bank. Danny got 6 years in the clink for stealing $6,000. But the gun he used in the robbery ended up in a museum. The .45 caliber Colt semi-automatic turned out to be an antique made in 1918 by the Ross ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:8-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Joy Of Love Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 12, 2016

Do you want to find joy in your relationships? It starts when you open up your heart to receive God’s love for yourself. Then, in the context of that grace and love, feel the same; think the same; and do the same, promoting others above yourself.

A couple had been married for 60 years, and throughout their life they had shared everything. They loved each other deeply. They had not kept any secrets from one another, except for a small shoe box that the wife kept in the top shelf of her closet. When they got married, she put the box there and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Christian - The Judgement Seat Of Christ – Part 1 Of 3 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jun 27, 2025

We begin our study of The Judgement Seat of Christ, a wonderful event, but at the same time, a daunting one. I want to open up this three Part study to look at as many aspects I feel are relevant. The Bema is for rewards, not condemnation. Please be about the Master’s service!

THE CHRISTIAN - THE JUDGEMENT SEAT OF CHRIST – PART 1 OF 3 [A]. THE INTRODUCTION In the first half of this study on Judgement we studied The Great White Throne, a frightening and difficult study to do. We come this time to a whole new picture in judgement as we centre our thoughts in heaven. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:28, John 5:24, Romans 4:8, Romans 14:10, 2 Corinthians 5:10, Hebrews 13:17, Revelation 21:4, 1 Peter 1:8, Hebrews 9:26-28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Reason #8> We're On The Winning Team! Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Dec 9, 2002

At times it appears that a LOT of things are against us. We may have enemies, and often we’re our own enemy; but since God is on our side, nothing can defeat us.

Sermon Series on Romans 8> Reasons to be ENCOURAGED Reason #8> We’re on the Winning Team! Romans 8:31-39 A little over a year ago I attended a sports banquet in Natick with my next-door neighbor Michael. The event was hosted by Athletes in Action, and featured several members of the New ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Congregational

Ready For Battle

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Jul 6, 2004

It is time to rise up and realize the battle before us is won, so get suited up to participate in the victory.

Call to Battle New Hope Community Pastor Bob Briggs July 9, 2004 Stumbling in lethargy, the trumpet is sounding, it is time for the church to awaken to the cry of battle, the sound of distant thunder is on the horizon, there is a battle brewing, and the church had better prepare herself. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:11-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Weapons Of Our Warfare Series

Contributed by Rick Thiessen on Jan 4, 2006

God is in a cosmic war with evil that he invites us to engage in. In Lewis’s TLTWTW we see parallels to biblical, spiritual weapons of our warfare in the gifts given to the children in Narnia: Sword, Cordial, Horn

BE121105 WAR WITH GOD 2. The Sword, Cordial and Horn (TITLE SLIDE) INTRO Samaritan’s Purse put out a story about brutal persecution going on in Southeast Asia and the Sudan. This year in the Sudan, a pastor was singled out by Muslim revolutionaries and drug behind a tank by his bound hands then ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Nothing Goes In And Nothing Comes Out

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Sep 24, 2016

Jericho was an impediment to Israel's inheritance. It was the symbol of the enemy¡¦s strength and power. It had a reputation for being indestructible. Yet God said: ¡§Go Take it.¡¨ Faith will make others laugh at you. Yet it is the beginning of exploits.

WHEN NOTHING GOES IN AND NOTHING COMES OUT... 1. Joshua 5:13 Now when Joshua was near Jericho, he looked up and saw a man standing in front of him with a drawn sword in his hand. Joshua went up to him and asked, ¡§Are you for us or for our enemies?¡¨ 14 ¡§Neither,¡¨ he replied, ¡§but as commander ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

Dealing With Evil The Messiah's Way Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 13, 2012

We need to deal with the enemy’s attacks the way Jesus did.

Dealing With Evil the Messiah's Way Text: Matt. 26:47-56 Introduction 1. Illustration: The attack [of Pearl Harbor] took place [December 7, 1941] on a sunny Sunday morning. A minimal contingent of soldiers was on duty at the time. Most offices on the base were closed and many servicemen were on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:47-56

Denomination: Methodist

The Pauline Privilege Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 29, 2021

The Bible demands that you be open to the power of exceptions, for only those who are, are open to the spirit of grace. Even under Old Testament law we see examples of exceptions that allow grace to dominate.

Thousands of young boys walked past the Bathwell Castle in England, and none ever dreamed of climbing up the chimney to carve his name at the top. There was one exception, however. One boy did the unusual, and his name was David Livingstone. That boy went on to become one of histories most famous ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:12-16

Clear Eyes. Calm Heart.

Contributed by Daniel Habben on May 5, 2013

When God opens our eyes to the truth of his promises, our frantic hearts calm.

Crash! “What was that?” you wonder as you’re startled awake by a loud noise and with a jolt. “Has one of the kids fallen down the stairs while sleepwalking? Is someone trying to break into the house?” You won’t know until you investigate. Only, you can’t ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:8-23

Denomination: Lutheran