Sermons on Opponents:

Parable Of The Friend At Midnight Series

Contributed by L Lee on Sep 15, 2010

Importance of persevering in prayer.

Parable of the friend at midnight (Luke 11:5-13) And he said to them, "Suppose one of you has a friend, and you go to him at midnight and say to him, 'Friend, lend me three loaves of bread; {6} for a friend of mine has arrived, and I have nothing to set before him.' {7} And he answers from ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:5-13

Denomination: Christian Church

Bricks In The Valley

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Jun 15, 2011

The mountain top experience was a sanctuary, and a challenge.

BRICKS IN THE VALLEY Text: Matthew 17:1 - 9 We all know from the laws of gravity that what goes up must also come down. That thought even reminds me of a song that was once sung by a group that was known as Blood, Sweat and Tears entitled “Spinning Wheel”. The problem with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9

Denomination: United Methodist

Context And The Message Bible

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Jun 28, 2017

Sometimes we come across a verse of scripture that is difficult to understand. We need to know and understand the context of that verse and sometimes the meaning is found by using different versions of the Bible - in this case the Message Bible.

A former archbishop of Canterbury arrived in New York. A journalist asked him, “Will you be visiting any of our nightclubs whilst you are here?” The archbishop mischievously replied, “Are there any night clubs here?” Next day a newspaper headline read: “Archbishop’s first question on arriving ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:14

Preparing Our Hearts For Easter: Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 6, 2014

Philippians - Manual of Joy Preparing our Hearts for Easter: Reflecting on the Depth of Jesus’ Humiliation

Philippians - Manual of Joy Preparing our Hearts for Easter: Reflecting on the Depth of Jesus’ Humiliation Philipians 2:5-11 David Taylor Main idea: Christ is the ultimate model and example of selflessness. As we started this series on Paul’s letter to the Philippians, we saw that ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Christian’s Duty To Our Political Leaders Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Oct 29, 2014

An examination of the call for us to pray for our political leaders as well as some of the reasons that we usually fail to fulfill that obligation.

THREE WAYS WE INTERACT WITH OUR POLITICAL LEADERS: 1. We complain about them. - Today this is our default position. Everyone is terrible, everything is terrible. This one’s a liar, that one’s a thief. This one is kicking puppies, that one hates babies. - And so we complain. 2. We ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Study Of First And Second Corinthians Series

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Jul 24, 2015

The Study Of First and Second Corinthians

The Study Of First and Second Corinthians 2 Timothy 3:16 (KJV) 16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: First Corinthians The church in Corinth was begun by Paul on his second missionary ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Foursquare

Realms Of Peace (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Caleb Onwuka on Apr 29, 2019

The world is full of troubles and so much turmoil, but there is a place of peace in Christ. Once you've step into this place of peace, nothing else matters again in this World. This is a new series "PERFECT PEACE"

Tonight as I study God's word, the Spirit began to guide me thru the scriptures on this subject "Perfect Peace". There are so many kinds of peace but what God gives is "PERFECT PEACE". Lets take a look at our text scripture: "“You will keep him in ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:3, Leviticus 26:6, Psalm 4:8

Denomination: *other

Wearing God's Armour

Contributed by Gregory Lilly on Mar 10, 2013

Although many of us would rather deny it, we are in a constant battle. This battle is not against other men, but against Satan and his demons. In order to be successful in our battle, we must wear each piece of God's armour. What are these pieces?

Ephesians 6:10-18 Introduction: Although many of us would rather deny it, we are in a constant battle against Satan and his demons. As with any good soldier, we must not only wear our armour, but use the pieces of our armour in our defense against the archenemy Satan. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

Living For The Lord

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 17, 2012

The church must operate in unity ... we are to be together as one!

Living for the Lord 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12 Introduction - This is an incredibly interesting letter Paul sends to the church at Corinth - The main purpose was to correct the doctrinal error that the forgery had created about the day of the Lord. 1. Positive: To commend them and encourage them in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by Randy Stephenson on May 12, 2012

There are times when we have questions but no answers. There are times when the problems of family, finances, relationships, or work seem to have us in a rut. When you grow in focused worship of God, you will become smarter. The good shepherd will provide

John 10:11–18 (ESV) True worship of God can make you smarter. Life can offer challenges that no matter how hard you try; the testing and trials in life seem to grind you down. To understand how to become more creative and productive seek God’s help. The neatest little cloth ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-18

Denomination: United Methodist

The Word Working Four Ways In Us!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Dec 14, 2008

We are living in a day when good is evil spoken of and we that do well are being called evil. Christians not only being attacked spiritually, but all verbally and in some cases physically. We must do all we can so we can stand in this day. Romans 8:31 Wha

THE WORD WORKING FOUR WAYS IN US! We are living in a day when good is evil spoken of and we that do well are being called evil. Christians not only being attacked spiritually, but all verbally and in some cases physically. We must do all we can so we can stand in this day. Romans 8:31 What shall ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 5:20

1st John Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Feb 21, 2022

the word TEST

February 19, 2022 None of the 3 letters assigned to John bear his name, but early church records and a thematic connection to the Gospel of John suggests that the author is John “the beloved”. All 3 letters were likely written between 80-90 AD. By that time the church had been around for ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-2, John 1:1, John 1:14, 1 John 4:1-3, Psalm 119:30-37  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Whole Armor Of God Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Aug 23, 2021

A sermon for the Sundays after Pentecost, Year B, Lectionary 21

August 22, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Ephesians 6:10-21 The Whole Armor of God Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Paul concludes his letter to the Christians in Ephesus with his parting wishes for them. He ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Keep Praying Momma Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on May 10, 2023

Canaanite Mother who came to Jesus and would not leave until she had her answer.

“Keep Praying Momma” Matthew 15:22-28 5-14-2023 We have an American tradition that we celebrate this Sunday of each year; Mothers Day. Mother's Day is an annual holiday celebrated in the United States on the second Sunday in May. Mother's Day recognizes mothers, motherhood and maternal ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:22-28

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On Presence

Contributed by William Meakin on Jul 31, 2022

Presence is defined as the state or fact of existing, occurring or being present. It may also refer to an existence that is present, but is not seen.

Tara Brach, an American psychologist and author once remarked: “In any moment, no matter how lost we feel, we can take refuge in presence and love. We need only pause, breathe, and open to the experience of aliveness within us. In that wakeful openness, we come home to the peace and freedom of our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10-12, John 14:17-20, Psalm 31:19-21, Hebrews 10:36