Sermons on Opposite:

Clashing Of Wills On The Way To The Cross Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 20, 2019

Jesus met fierce opposition from ruling class hypocrites whose false narrative about Him was rooted in deep jealousy. By His decision to keep doing His Father's Will for the sake of mankind, love prevailed over hypocrisy.

GOOD NEWS PRESENTED BY MARK Study of the Gospel According to Mark As you read Mark, be aware that you are reading the very first written account of the ministry of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-44

The Awesome Power Of Good

Contributed by Craig Condon on Jul 21, 2015

When we allow the Holy Spirit in our lives, nothing can stop us. We have a power that can overcome everything the devil throws in our way-even the opposition of our earthly family. That power is the awesome power of God!

Have you ever done something that made other people wonder if you have lost your mind? If so, you can probably understand what is going on in Mark 3:20-35. This takes place early in Jesus’ ministry when word of hid teachings and miracles is starting to spread. Jesus’ earthly family and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:20-25

Denomination: Anglican

Jars Of Clay Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jun 18, 2023

So don’t think you have to be perfect to minister the gospel of Jesus Christ. As a matter of fact think just the opposite. God uses broken vessels to be heralds of hope. It shows that it is God and not us who has all surpassing power.

We had a family picture. One distant family member who had not seen me for years said they did not realize I was so tall. We looked again at the picture and laughed. I was standing on some sort of small hill and the picture made me look way taller than I really was. Then my uncle swung into ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon: Built For This.

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Sep 24, 2024

But if we choose to run to God and rely on His strength to help us, we can not only defeat our opposition, because God has been making us better, stronger and wiser through the process of life. Believers are built for this.

Sermon: Built for This. Scripture Lesson: Numbers 13:26-33 “to Moses, Aaron, and the whole community of Israel at Kadesh in the wilderness of Paran. They reported to the whole community what they had seen and showed them the fruit they had taken from the land. This was their report to Moses: “We ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:26-33, Romans 10:17, Romans 8:28

Denomination: Methodist

How Does God Do His Work?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Amidst the clouds of doom, gloom and stubborn opposition, God sheds His light to the dark regions of menâs minds. In this passage we learn a little bit more about how the Divine work of God overshadows every difficulty, discouragement or predicament. Alth

1. Amidst the clouds of doom, gloom and stubborn opposition, God sheds His light to the dark regions of menâs minds. In this passage we learn a little bit more about how the Divine work of God overshadows every difficulty, discouragement or predicament. Although God’s purposes may not be clear ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:6-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Church In Transition

Contributed by Donna Kazenske on Dec 13, 2004

In a recent prayer meeting, I had a vision of a river flowing in one direction and suddenly the river made a U-turn and began flowing in the opposite direction. I then saw people who were previously in the river stepping out of the river at the turning po

By: Donna J. Kazenske In a recent prayer meeting, I had a vision of a river flowing in one direction and suddenly the river made a U-turn and began flowing in the opposite direction. I then saw people who were previously in the river stepping out of the river at the turning point. I could see ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 3:3-5

Denomination: *other

A Disturbing Call From A Merciful God Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Feb 17, 2020

The call by God for Jonah to go to Nineveh to preach is a call which confronts Jonah with a disturbing dynamic of God’s unanticipated mercy. Jonah finds this call too disturbing so he goes in the opposite direction to run away from the call of God.

Message Jonah 1:1-3 A Disturbing Call From A Merciful God I don’t have definitive proof but it would be my educated opinion that the story of Jonah … specifically the part where Jonah is swallowed by a large fish or whale … is one of the most well-known stories in the Bible. Ask anybody who Jonah ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Wisdom For Living From The Word Of God Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 28, 2018

1. Walk in the Way of Christ (vs. 23). 2. Observe our opposition (vs. 23-29). 3. Find help from godly friends (vs. 30-31). 4. Remember the good that government can do (vs. 31-41).

Wisdom for Living from the Word of God The Book of Acts - Part 70 Acts 19:23-41 (Initial reading: vs. 23-29) Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - January 18, 2015 BACKGROUND: *In tonight's Scripture, Paul was on his third missionary journey. His team was reaching many people in the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:23-41

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus’ New Directive For Forgiveness Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 2, 2017

Our Lord comes through crisp and clear on how we are to deal with hurt and abuse. For one thing, our Lord specifically forbids retaliation. Our natural tendency is to want to get even, but that’s just the opposite of what Jesus taught.

Capernaum Lesson: Jesus’ New Directive for Forgiveness Matthew 18:21-35 Bible Reading: Matthew 18:21-35 21 Then came Peter to him, and said, Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? Till seven times? 22 Jesus saith unto him, I say not unto thee, until seven times: but, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

Undeserved - A God Who Loves Anyway

Contributed by Roberta Karchner on Jun 12, 2020

In the context of White Privilege, we sometimes think God loves us because we are lovable. Quite the opposite, God calls us when we aren't worthy or even very lovable. Responding to a God who brings laughter.

Sermon: Undeserved • Sarah and Abraham were unworthy but God gave them Isaac (laughter) anyway. • We were undeserving, but Jesus died for us anyway. • If we know God loves us even if we are undeserving, how should we act towards others? I was speaking with a group of pastors this week about ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-15, Genesis 17:17, Romans 5:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Prioritizing Your Relationship With God

Contributed by Delishia Davis on Mar 30, 2016

Regardless of how difficult opposition may rise, remember that Almighty God has a purpose and plan to far exceed anything of the world and its leverages. When you stand firm in the relationship with God, he gives you power to overcome, excel and exceed

“Day and night I’ll stick with God; I’ve got a good thing going and I’m not letting go.” Psalm 16:8 King David records his most intimate thoughts in the writings of the Psalms. He begins Psalm 16 with a declaration that the Almighty God is in control of his life, and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:6-8

Denomination: United Methodist

Making God Rejoice Over Us!

Contributed by Sumeet Mj on Apr 5, 2016

Often we think that we need to offer God our Praise, Adoration, Applauds and Rejoice but the opposite is also true. God also rejoices over us when we choose to do the right things. Here is a detailed sermon to understand this principle.

Zephaniah 3:17; Genesis 1:27; Isaiah 62:5; Psalms 103:8-10; Zephaniah 3:17 The LORD your God in your midst, The Mighty One, will save; He will rejoice over you with gladness, He will quiet you with His love, He will rejoice over you with singing. Some people have a different perspective about ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Sword And The Trowel

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 25, 2023

As we rebuild God's kingdom, we WILL have opposition and have to wage spiritual warfare. But don't fear! We HAVE A CHAMPION who has never lost a battle! Be courageous and fight for your God and His Kingdom!

THE SWORD AND THE TROWEL NEH. 4:1-17 NKJV INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Barbara Honig from California was helplessly lost in a small town in upstate New York. She flagged down a passing police officer. It turned out the address she was looking for was in the opposite direction. 2. “Is it ok if I ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

You Are Uncontainable

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 7, 2025

The enemy often tries to suppress, limit, and stop the progress of God's people. However, the power of God upon His children makes them uncontainable. No affliction, opposition, or attack can stop a person whom God has destined to rise.

YOU ARE UNCONTAINABLE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Exodus 1:12 "But the more they afflicted them, the more they multiplied and grew. And they were grieved because of the children of Israel." Supporting Texts: Isaiah 54:17, Genesis 50:20, Romans 8:31, Acts 5:38-39, 2 Corinthians ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 1:12, Isaiah 54:17, Genesis 50:20, Romans 8:31, Acts 5:38-39, 2 Corinthians 4:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Holy Spirit Filled Faith

Contributed by Samuel M on Jun 25, 2024

When God gives a promise or a word, and when situations becomes completely opposite (to God’s promise) and very difficult, but there is joy that God will surely fulfil it, this is Holy Spirit-filled (or given) faith. Faith is reflected or manifested as joy.

For we walk by faith, not by sight. 2 Corinthians 5:7 When God gives a promise or a word, and when situations becomes completely opposite (to God’s promise) and very difficult, but there is joy that God will surely fulfil it, this is Holy Spirit-filled (or given) faith. Faith is reflected or ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7