Sermons on opposition to christ: showing 151-165 of 181,173

Jesus Sat Opposite The Treasury And Saw! Series

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jun 2, 2013

During the first week of this month, I feel it is my duty to turn your eyes to God who has rocked you, comforted you and taken care of you thus far.

Jesus sat opposite the treasury and saw! Mark 12:44”for they all put in out of their abundance, but she out of her poverty put in all that she had, her whole livelihood." I have seen well educated people argue with vendors over silly things; during my train travel, I watched a middle aged ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hated For Healing Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Apr 26, 2017

The opposition Jesus faced continued as He sought to reveal Himself as the Christ. Sadly they failed to see Him for who He really was. Many today deny and oppose the Gospel, but we must remain committed to share!

Hated for Healing Mark 3: 1-6 Our text today, once again finds Jesus in the synagogue on the Sabbath. While there He performed a great miracle. Unfortunately, this marvelous act of grace is overshadowed by the suspicion and animosity of the Pharisees. Our studies in chapter two revealed the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

From Persecutor To Apostle Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on May 4, 2014

Paul had a unique conversion, yet every coming-to-Christ is a miracle.

Introduction What was the origin of Paul’s religion? Paul’s been called “that rascal who messed everything up”, the “angry theologian”, and the “inventor of Christianity”. I believe he is none of these things, and I contend that there is a harmony ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:11-24

Denomination: Congregational

Jesus, The Rebel With A Cause Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Mar 17, 2011

Throughout the Gospel of Mark, we see a growing opposition to Jesus from the Pharisees and the other religious leaders of the day. To understand that, we need to look at the religious landscape Jesus ministered in

Jesus, the Rebel With a Cause Throughout the Gospel of Mark, we see a growing opposition to Jesus from the Pharisees and the other religious leaders of the day. To understand that, we need to look at the religious landscape Jesus ministered in. In Jesus’ time, there were three sects of Jews ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:1-6

Denomination: Methodist

Correct Connection In Christ

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Jul 12, 2004

If taught correctly these verses will encourage our security in Christ! The Believer in Christ ought to be the most secure person with their relationship with God. Sadly, it seems just the opposite. So it’s time that changes!

Every person has been put on this planet for two reasons, first, to know God and secondly, to show that God in their life! So basically, everything less is just a waist of time! The average Christian doesn’t know the difference between union with Christ and communion with Christ: (verse 5 is ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Following Christ In Difficult Times Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 1, 2020

Genuine followers of Christ abide in Him, abound in love, and advance with power.

Greg Laurie tells a story about a woman, who had finished shopping and returned to her car. She found four men inside the car. She dropped her shopping bags, drew a handgun, and screamed, “I have a gun, and I know how to use it! Get out of the car.” Those men did not wait for a second invitation; ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-27

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Our Availability Makes Room For God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 23, 2024

This sermon explores how Isaac's story teaches us to persist against opposition, honor our spiritual heritage, and trust in God's provision during difficult times.

As we gather here today, dear brothers and sisters in Christ, we find ourselves on the cusp of a story that is as old as time itself, yet as fresh and relevant as the morning dew. A story that weaves itself into the fabric of our lives, threading through our joys, our sorrows, our trials, and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:19-22

Topics: Opposition, Diligence

Paul's Travelogue Series

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Aug 5, 2019

Looking at Paul's journeys

Acts 14 - 6/4/17 PRAY - Turn with me this morning to Acts 14. We have spent a couple months working our way through this transitional book that picks up where the gospels leave off - Jesus is crucified, risen, and ascended, and the Holy Spirit comes upon believers, empowering them to go out and ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Walking In God's Purpose: A Lesson From Nehemiah PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 2, 2024

This sermon encourages believers to persevere through challenges, resist deception, and stay committed to God's purpose for their lives, drawing inspiration from Nehemiah's example.

Good morning, beloved family. It is indeed a joy and a privilege to gather together in the house of the Lord. The sun is shining, the birds are singing, and we are alive and well, ready to hear what God has to say to us today. In the sacred pages of the Holy Bible, we find ourselves standing ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:1-4

Topics: Perseverance, Opposition

"Presenting A Powerful Witness”

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jul 3, 2012

How do we remain faithful and bold for Christ in the face of opposition?

“The world is not interested in an anemic, spineless Christianity. They are impacted by courageous Christians.” - Grant Richison Paul was an example of uncommon courage wherever he was called by God to be (even in a prison cell). Now he encourages the Philippians to be an example of uncommon ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

Four Accusing Questions Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Nov 15, 2015

The Jews continue to combat Jesus' claims to Deity in the end of John 8, but Jesus continues to exert His eternal existence and identification with YHWH, the Great I AM.

11 15 2015 “Four Accusing Questions” John 8:47-59 Every chapter of the Gospel of John so powerfully witnesses to the Deity of the Lord Jesus Christ, and we have especially witnessed that fact in chapter 8. Jesus declares in John 8:12: "I am the light of the world. He who follows ...read more

Scripture: John 8:47-59

Denomination: Baptist

The Laws Of The Kingdom Pt.1: Opposites Attract Series

Contributed by Daniel Richter on Oct 10, 2006

The King begins to explain the new rules that govern God’s Kingdom.

The Laws of the Kingdom Pt. 1: Opposites Attract Sunday, May 7th, 2006 Well, it’s happened again. I’m finding that there is one thing about preaching that I have come up against several times now that is frustrating to me. You plan and you lay out a series and then you come upon a passage like ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-16

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Focus: Facing Opposition Clearly Under Stress

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Feb 26, 2017

This message is about how our enemy desires for us to lose our focus on our heavenly Father by focusing on what is happening to us individually leading to our failure.

FOCUS Facing Opposition Clearly Under Stress Scriptures: Rom. 8:5-9; 12:1-2; 1 Pet. 5:8; 2 Chr. 34:23-28; 35:20-24 The title of my message this morning is FOCUS: Facing Opposition Clearly Under Stress. If you take nothing else from this message remember this: when we lose our focus we can ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faith For Success In Face Of Opposition: Lesson 3

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 4, 2013

Be faithful in spite of difficulties

A. INTRODUCTION: GENESIS 26:17-34 Why the World Opposes Us • We convict them of their sin • We work by principles • Our success embarrasses them • Christians have done dumb things • Christians have sinned (Gen. 12:10-20; 20:1-18; 26:6-16) 1. Why was Isaac in the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:17-34

Denomination: Baptist

The Opposite Qualities Of God - Make Your Choice

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 22, 2001

This sermon is about the qualities of God which can operate in the life of a beleiver and how a beleiver can ensure that He experiences the positive qualities of God in his life.

THE OPPOSITE QUALITIES OF GOD - MAKE YOUR CHOICE OUTLINE 1.GOD REMEMBERS AND GOD FORGETS 2.GOD LOVES AND GOD HATES 3.GOD HEARS AND GOD DOES NOT HEAR 4.GOD LIFTS UP AND GOD PUTS DOWN 5.GOD UNITES AND GOD SCATTERS 6.GOD BLESSES AND GOD CURSES 7.GOD LEADS AND GOD ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:10

Denomination: Pentecostal