Sermons on Overcoming Opposition:

How Do We Overcome Temptation? (Luke, Part 3) Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 7, 2022

None of us is immune to being tempted … but we all can overcome by following the same model that Jesus provided for us. When you resist him, you are choosing the things of God; you are choosing to turn away from the quick pleasure fix (of sin) and seeking His way to guide your life.

Introduction / Recap - We know that Luke was a physician – helped Paul throughout his ministry -- He was most likely a Gentile from Antioch (Syria) addressing a Gentile audience - Examining the language of the text indicates that he was well educated -- Familiar with Greek; well versed in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Looking To Jesus: Overcoming Distractions And Fixing Our Gaze On Christ Series

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Nov 8, 2025

This sermon is the introduction to a series on the book of Hebrews. The theme is JESUS!

Looking to Jesus: Overcoming Distractions and Fixing Our Gaze on Christ Introduction: The Problem of Distraction We live in an age of distraction. Our attention is constantly pulled in a thousand directions — phones buzzing, headlines flashing, and responsibilities competing for our focus. Yet ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Transformed By Truth: Overcoming Temptation 1 Corinthians 10:13 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 18, 2024

1 Corinthians 10:13, a verse that provides profound insights into overcoming temptation through the truth of God's Word. Join me as we explore the promises of God, understand the transformative power of truth in the face of temptation, and discover the pathway to victory in Christ.

Transformed by Truth: Overcoming Temptation Introduction: Today, we delve into the transformative words of 1 Corinthians 10:13, a verse that provides profound insights into overcoming temptation through the truth of God's Word. Join me as we explore the promises of God, understand the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13, 2 Peter 2:9, Psalm 119:11, Proverbs 3:5-6, 1 John 4:4, Romans 8:37  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christ's Light Overcomes All Inner Darkness

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Mar 28, 2025

Our weaknesses become channels for God's strength.

Title: Christ's Light Overcomes All Inner Darkness Intro: Our weaknesses become channels for God's strength. Scripture: John 8:12 Reflection Dear Sisters and Brothers, The journey inward is perhaps the most challenging pilgrimage we will ever undertake. "Do not just look around. ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12

Denomination: Other

The Poison Of Jealousy And How To Overcome The Green-Eyed Monster In Marriage Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 10, 2024

Jealousy, a seemingly innocuous emotion, can wreak havoc in marital relationships.

Jealousy, a seemingly innocuous emotion, can wreak havoc in marital relationships. Like a slow-burning fire, it consumes trust, love, and unity, leaving destruction in its wake. The Bible warns against the dangers of jealousy, offering guidance on how to recognize and overcome this toxic ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:6-16

Christ’s Victory Over Violence : Overcome Evil With Good Series

Contributed by Wayne Golliday on Oct 5, 2025

In this present Church age, God forbids personal vengeance and assigns justice to His ordained authorities. We overcome evil with cruciform love now, while we await Christ’s visible Kingdom when justice will be perfectly executed.

SermonCentral Summary: Two weeks ago we declared “Christ, not vengeance.” Today we answer “How?” From a dispensational reading of Scripture, Romans 12 sets the believer’s personal ethic, Romans 13 defines public justice, and the Sermon on the Mount forms Kingdom character in disciples now, while we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:17-21

Saw That Series

Contributed by Bala Samson on Aug 26, 2012

Did you know at times we tend to view things wrongly? The good seems to be bad and bad seems to be good. Not all apples that look gorgeous and delicious on the outside are entirely tasty on the inside; at times the inner portion is rotten and also sour

Saw that…. 1 King 19:3”when he saw that, he arose and ran for his life, and went to Beersheba, which belongs to Judah, and left his servant there. 4 But he himself went a day's journey into the wilderness…” Mightiest of achievements is ephemeral! Can I get your attention ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Light Of The World Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the concept of Jesus as the light of the world, encouraging individuals to move away from sin and darkness and embrace the hope and light brought by Christ.

Hello church! Welcome to another Sunday morning celebration. We are here today because of Jesus Christ and what He has done for us. He is whom we have been singing about and He is who we are going to learn more about today. If this is your very first time here, you picked a good Sunday. We are ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12, Genesis 3:1-7

Topics: Light Of The World, Overcoming Darkness, Embracing Hope

Sermon Series: Glow In The Dark

Battles That Hinder Men From Being Lifted

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 29, 2025

Every man destined for greatness faces spiritual battles designed to delay or hinder divine lifting, but through faith and warfare prayer, these battles can be conquered.

BATTLES THAT HINDER MEN FROM BEING LIFTED By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Daniel 10:12-13 Key Verse: “But the prince of the kingdom of Persia withstood me one and twenty days: but, lo, Michael, one of the chief princes, came to help me…” (Daniel 10:13) Supporting Texts: Psalm 3:1-3; Zechariah ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 10:12-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Battles That Hinder Men From Being Lifted

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 4, 2025

Every man destined for greatness faces spiritual battles designed to delay or hinder divine lifting, but through faith and warfare prayer, these battles can be conquered.

BATTLES THAT HINDER MEN FROM BEING LIFTED By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Daniel 10:12-13 Key Verse: “But the prince of the kingdom of Persia withstood me one and twenty days: but, lo, Michael, one of the chief princes, came to help me…” (Daniel 10:13) Supporting Texts: Psalm 3:1-3; Zechariah ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 10:12-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Church @ Ephesus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Good morning, Church! Today we're diving into a rich passage from Acts 19:1-41. It's a story filled with God's power, miracles, and faithfulness. It's a story about the early believers in Ephesus, showing us how the Holy Spirit worked in their lives and in their church, how they witnessed God's ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:1-41

Topics: Waiting, God

Removing The Wall-4

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 11, 2018

4 of 4. God enabled the children of Israel to conquer the walled city of Jericho. God removes the barriers to ministry/serving Him & seeks to ensure the success of ministry. But When/How can barriers be removed? Ministry barriers are removed when...

REMOVING The WALL-IV—Joshua 6:1-16+:20 Removing Barriers Barriers To Progress Attention: Looking Back: Soon after their last child left home for college, a husband was resting with his wife on the couch with his head in her lap. She carefully removed his glasses. "You know, honey," she said ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Finishing Up Series

Contributed by David Blizzard on Feb 10, 2001

WHEN FINISHING UP, NEHEMIAH OVERCAME OPPOSITION AND GAVE US A PICTURE OF CHRIST.

FINISHING UP – NEHEMIAH 6 As we have studied Nehemiah we have seen how Nehemiah has faced much opposition. Many times we think that there will come a time when there will be no opposition. We start a task and prepare for the enemy to attack, but many times near the end of the task we get defeated ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Giant Killing For Beginners

Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Mar 23, 2009

Living victoriously has much in common with David’s victory over Goliath. The shepherd didn’t act in faith that hadn’t already been tested; he acted according to his consistent experience with God.

When I was young, I was a huge fan of the Walt Disney version of Zorro. I loved the idea of a person who would dress up in a costume, ride a beautiful horse, and cross swords triumphantly with the forces of injustice and oppression—though I would have defined those forces merely as “the bad guys” ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-53

Denomination: *other

The Primary Signs Of Jesus' Return - Part 3 And Conclusion Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Feb 27, 2023

How to Become An Overcomer

LESSON III Becoming An Overcomer Salvation is a gift from God and is not based upon works or abiding by obedience to the Law but upon what Jesus did on the Cross (Acts 2:38-39). Jesus said that genuine overcomers are those who are Born-Again and have been born from above by God through the new ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:33-34, Isaiah 11:11, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, 2 Thessalonians 2:1-8, Acts 3:19-21, 1 Corinthians 13:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational