Sermons on Opponents:

The Devil Is In The Details Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 23, 2013

How should we view the person of Judas and what he did.

The Devil is in the Details John 13:18-30 Introduction There has been a great attempt in recent times to redeem the character of Judas. In “The Passover Plot”, the recent writings of Dan Brown, and others, modern man have tried to present Judas in a different light. Some would say that ...read more

Scripture: John 13:18-30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Unto The Church In Smyrna, Write Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Sep 13, 2013

The church made perfect by suffering

Unto the Church in Smyrna, Write Revelation 2:8-11 Introduction Last week, we examined the letter the Lord directed John to send to Ephesus. This week we will examine the letter sent to Smyrna. As we will see, the situation in Smyrna was quite different than that of Ephesus. Jesus addresses ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Become A Better Boaster

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Feb 2, 2014

Paul teaches us that we have something better to boast about than worldly wealth or smarts. We have Jesus!

The post-game interview was all the talk among football fans. Even in a league known for brash and swaggering athletes his words stopped viewers in mid-chew of their chicken wings to ask one another: “Did he just really say that?” I’m talking about the interview given by Richard ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:26-31

Denomination: Lutheran

Did You Get The "Text” About My Son? Part 2 Series

Contributed by Larry La Douceur on Mar 7, 2009

Continuation (Part 2) of an Apologetic Message, set in a contempory theme...there should be enough for a lengthy sermon or it could be re-worked to an appropriate length for your circumstances. You will be encouraged to use your minds as we examine histor

Did You Get the “TEXT” About My Son? – Part 2 by Larry La Douceur Last Sunday’s sermon (Did You Get the “TEXT” About My Son?), helped with one very important building block as we build a foundation upon which we can rest our faith... We have seen that it is more logical ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Proof Of The Resurrection

Contributed by Brien Sims on Aug 4, 2008

The reality of resurrection.

What if everything you believed in and everything you trusted in turned against you? Most kids believe in the “Easter bunny,” the tooth fairy, and santa clause. Yet, after some time, they finally learn the truth about these mythical creatures. What if it were time to learn the truth about the death ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:17-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Wrestling With Discouragement And Adversity Series

Contributed by Timothy Darling on Aug 7, 2008

In Psalm 13 David exemplifies the process of overcoming discouragement to find encouragement in God.

Wrestling with discouragement and adversity One world, one dream Psalm 13 During the Olympics we watch athletes compete. We may reflect at times that at least they have an objective measure to know how they are performing. If I run faster than my last time, I am doing better, even if I do not win. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:1-6

Denomination: Mennonite

Don't Blow Your Top Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 15, 2009

Anger can get us, beware!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • In Matthew 5:20 Jesus tells us that unless our righteousness exceeded that of the scribes and Pharisees, we will not enter the Kingdom of Heaven. • In verses 21-48 Jesus gives us six examples of how our righteousness can exceed that of the scribes and Pharisees. • The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Olympic Lessons For Christian Warfare

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Feb 19, 2010

This message compares and contrasts the preparation and protective gear of the Olympic athlete to the preparation and protective gear of the Christian soldier.

Scripture Ref: Ephesians 6:10-18 Other Ref: The Bible Knowledge Commentary The Preacher’s Commentary The Believer’s Bible Commentary The Complete Word Study Dictionary 1. Introduction a. Many of us have been “glued” to the TV lately, attracted to and mesmerized by ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Triumph Of The Savior Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Mar 10, 2010

Christ is victorious. From a stump to Savior.

The Triumph of the Savior: From a Stump!! December 20, 2009 Isaiah 11:1-10 In 1928 the Great Depression was fast approaching, and as our country was enduring hard and uncertain times, people were looking for a messiah, someone who could save us. And in Louisiana, the messiah showed up . . . at ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Sanhedrin – The Cruelty Of Injustice (3/12) Series

Contributed by Eduardo (Eddie) Fernandes on Jun 17, 2020

Life is harsh, people are often cruel, and accusations leveled at the innocent are crippling and inhumane. What can we learn from the Master when evil surrounds us? How do we handle betrayal and condemnation? We learn from Jesus as He faced opposition.

Message by: Tom Clark Introduction: Slide 1 (Title of Series) Good morning, Church. I hope you, like I, have been enjoying and gaining some wonderful insights from our current 12-part series derived from the Stations of the Cross. At the first station, the Last Supper, we learned about our need ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:66-71

Denomination: Independent/Bible

1. It's A Battle Out There! Series

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Dec 1, 2019

Don't be surprised if life feels like a battle some days, or even a lot of days. We have a powerful enemy in the devil and his tricks can be dangerous.

This morning we begin a new part of Paul’s letter to the Ephesians. You could call it the grand climax. I love Ephesians because of the picture that it gives of the church. The church, blessed by God, united, holy, and now, finally, in Ephesians 6:10-17, the church militant. Please stand for ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-17

The Light That Shines! Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Aug 1, 2021

The Light That Shines! - Acts chapter 26 verses 1-36. sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: Background: Meet the Cast: • (1). Festus, the Roman Governor. • (2). King Agrippa. • (3). The Apostle Paul. Outline: Three Key Points:: • (1). Paul saw the light (vs 1-16) • (2). The Gentiles need the light (vs 17-18). • (3). Festus & Agrippa rejected the light (vs ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:1-32

Denomination: Brethren

When We Pray, Our Enemies Retreat

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Feb 5, 2015

To show how GOD will retreat our enemies from us.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you know how your enemies will retreat from you? Yes, just remember JESUS is always with you and pray more often. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show how GOD will retreat our enemies from us. IV. TEXT: Psalms 56:9 (Amplified Bible) 56:9 Then shall my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 56:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Book Of Mark #59

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 30, 2022

In the previous sermon, the Chief priests, lay leaders, and the Sadducees came to the Lord with some questions.

They did not come wanting to know what the scriptures taught, they came using the scriptures as a means of trying to trap the Lord Jesus. But the Lord said to them in verse 24, “…Do you not therefore err, because ye know not the scriptures, neither the power of God?” A lot of folks think they ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-37

Denomination: Baptist

Who Am I Becoming? The Issue Of Self-Control Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 7, 2016

Self-control is a key ingredient for one's growth in Christ!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • The process of watching your child, grandchild, or even your spouse is something that is exciting. We tend to take a lot of pictures of our children so that we can remember how cute they USED to be. • Growth is exciting, unless it is our waistline. ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ