Sermons on Opposition From Satan:

How Can I Keep From Singing?

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on May 24, 2011

This sermon is based on the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem and addresses the question of cleansing the church and cleansing our hearts as he comes to us.

"How Can I Keep From Singing?" Gospel Idea; A king who rides a donkey and conquers on a cross! Luke 19: 28 Gospel truth: My house shall be a House of Prayer.and a house of worship! Situation: King Jesus is coming to town...on a Donkey? Have you ever seen a coronation? The queen of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-48

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lord, Spare Us From Skewed Priorities

Contributed by Edward Frey on Aug 7, 2003

The gospel shows us how Christ prioritized our salvation through his own life, death, and resurrection. Now, we are equipped to prioritize our lives in service to him.

An old Native American tale recounts the story of a chief who was telling a gathering of young braves about the struggle within. “It is like two dogs fighting inside of us,” the chief told them. “There is one good dog who wants to do what’s right and the other dog always wants to do what’s wrong. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

The Armor Of God (From A Us Army Perspective)

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Jul 23, 2025

Written by Paul in Ephesus (near the Mediterranean/Great Sea), family relationships are in the chapter before this.

Verses 10-11 Be strong in the Lord Job 1 - satan = adversary, the accuser of the brethren Ezekiel 28 - Prince/king of Type/Eden Isaiah 14 (the 5 "I wills" of Lucifer, Sheol (v.9), cherub (v.16) See Revelation 12, 13, 20 v 12 For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Vineyard

Freedom Doesn't Mean Independence

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Jul 1, 2018

Christ has provided for our freedom from the bondage of sin, yet we remain dependent upon God - Father, Son and Holy Spirit in living out HIS will.

Weekend Message/Devotion July 1, 2018 John 8:32 Freedom Doesn’t Mean Independence Freedom doesn’t mean independence, at least not in any spiritual sense. “And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” John 8:32 Let’s establish that truth. The truth is that when Christ ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Every Word That Comes From The Mouth Of God

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 20, 2010

Read the Scriptures the way they were meant to be read, and use them to recommit yourself to following the Father.

First Sunday of Lent 21 Feb 2010 Our family has always thought that buying American products is a sensible thing to do, so when Studebaker folded back in the fifties, my dad began buying GM products. After all, GM had been around a long time, was well-managed and looked to be viable for many ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Catholic

Othniel: From Dominated To Domineering Lesson 2

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 23, 2024

Something happens to a man when he surrenders to God.

A. WHAT WAS THE PROBLEM? 1. “In those days there was no king in Israel; everyone did what was right in his own eyes” (21:25). a. No spiritual leadership to give godly direction. b. No one preached God’s standard. “In his own eyes.” c. When left to themselves, they turned to sin … self … satan’s ...read more

Scripture: Judges 21:25

Denomination: Baptist

A Life Lesson From The Life Of Mary Magdalene

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Dec 17, 2024

What can we learn from Mary Magdalene? The formula for forgiveness is a part of her story.

A Life Lesson from the life of Mary Magdalene Luke 8:1-3 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Luke 8:1 Soon afterward, Jesus began going around from one city and village to another, proclaiming and preaching the kingdom of God. The twelve were with Him, 2 and also some women who had been healed of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:1-3

Denomination: United Methodist

What Does It Mean To Be "From Saved To Sent”?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Sep 3, 2025

We are told to "go." However, we cannot go unless we have a personal relationship with the One that sends us.

What Does It Mean to be “From Saved to Sent”? John 17:6-19 (18) What did Jesus mean when He said that He was glorified in those that followed Him? The glory of God’s wonder is the disclosure of God’s presence and character. The lives of the disciples uncover the character of Jesus, and how He is ...read more

Scripture: John 17:6-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Othniel: From Dominated To Domineering Lesson 2

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 22, 2025

Many men have lost their leadership ability because they wouldn’t be the spiritual leader in the home.

A. WHAT WAS THE PROBLEM? 1. “In those days there was no king in Israel; everyone did what was right in his own eyes” (21:25). a. No spiritual leadership to give godly direction. b. No one preached God’s standard. “In his own eyes.” c. When left to themselves, they turned to sin … self … satan’s ...read more

Scripture: Judges 3:5-8, Judges 3:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Prays For The Believer

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jul 17, 2021

This is a message from a series on great prayers of the Bible.

Title: “Jesus Prays for His Disciples” Script: John 17:9-26 Type: Series on Prayer Where: GNBC 7-18-21 Intro: Five Williams College students met in August of 1806, in a grove of trees near the Hoosack River, near what is today, Williamstown, MA, and debated the theology of missionary ...read more

Scripture: John 17:6-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Stand On Guard

Contributed by Timothy Enns on Apr 18, 2016

Paul is warning the Thessalonians ans us that there are those that will lead us astray and also warning us about the Lawless One, Satan. There is a real danger, but our God is all-powerful and in control.

Anything that is extremely valuable will be counterfeited. Fake gems have been around for thousands of years, but as the technology for making fakes has advanced, fakes are now harder to detect with the naked eye. Gem buyers today must be aware of three types of gems that are made to look more ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Denomination: Nazarene

Casting Your Cares And Fleeing From The Devil

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 23, 2025

Cast your cares on Him

Casting your cares and fleeing from the devil 1 Peter 5:1-8 Good morning everyone, Welcome. 1Peter Chapter 5:1-8. Peter speaking to a crowd of believers 1 Peter 5:1-4 Read from the bible- clearly and slowly. Peter has some history with the church and with Jesus. Peter is one who most look up too ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-8

Denomination: Nazarene

Off The Wall

Contributed by Larry Bergeron on Aug 22, 2001

Satan wants God’s people distracted from their mission--he wants us "Off The Wall"; but God promises us victory if we remain faithful and stay ON THE WALL

OFF THE WALL Nehemiah 6:1-16 by Dr. Larry A. Bergeron Red Bay COG,June 3, 2001 (PM) INTRODUCTORY REMARKS Tonight we are going to have a time of testimonies. OPENING REMARKS Turn in your Bibles to the Book of Nehemiah (after Ezra, before Esther) In a few moments we are going to be reading from ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:1-16, Nehemiah 2:17-20

Denomination: Church Of God

Continuing As A Christian Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 10, 2010

In today's sermon we see that though Christians encounter opposition, they also experience assurance.

Introduction The past few Sundays we have been exploring Christianity by looking primarily at the Gospel of Mark. I have asserted that the heart of Christianity is a person—Jesus of Nazareth. To that end we have answered three questions: 1. Who is Jesus? 2. Why did Jesus come? 3. What does ...read more

Scripture: John 19:30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Where Is This Ship Heading

Contributed by Matthew Botha on May 5, 2019

Paul's journeys were met with opposition. What makes us unique

5 May 2019 WHERE IS THIS SHIP HEADING? Key Scripture: Acts 27:14-24 (NKJV) 14 But not long after, a tempestuous head wind arose, called Euroclydon. 15 So when the ship was caught, and could not head into the wind, we let her drive. 16 And running under the shelter of an island called Clauda, we ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:14-24

Denomination: Pentecostal