Sermons on Overcoming The Enemy:

Part 30: The Blessings Of Being Close To God Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 12, 2012

When we draw close to God... 1. He will move us to the ultimate place (vs. 1-2). 2. He will give us His ultimate protection (vs. 3-10). 3. He will show us His unfolding prophecy (vs. 9-16).

Great Prayers of the Old Testament Part 30: The Blessings of Being Close to God Psalm 91:1-16 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Grayson Baptist Church - August 27,2017) (Revised August 18, 2025) BACKGROUND: *James 4:8 makes a great promise to us when it says, "Draw near to God and He will draw near ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Post Salvation Blues

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jan 21, 2023

The greatest feeling of our life was the day we accepted Jesus Christ as our personal Lord and Savior. That feeling doesn't last forever. We have to live in this sinful world. We all experience post salvation blues. The word of God can encourage us to overcome.

Until a few years ago, the best way I know how to describe my Christian life was like that of a convict. A convict who has been pardoned. The cell door has been opened, but I was still living in a prison. There was no doubt in my mind that I had been pardoned and the door was open, so I was free to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:14-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Prevailing Prayer

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jul 1, 2002

When prayer fails, Satan prevails.

THE POWER OF PREVAILING PRAYER Text: Isa.65: 24; Ex.17: 8-16 Intro: Folks, the need of the hour is powerful, persistent, passionate, prevailing prayer. The need is far greater than most of God’s people realize. The moral fiber of our nation has crumbled. Real love and compassion have become ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 65:24

Denomination: Baptist

Building Great Attitudes For The New Year Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Jan 3, 2016

Attitude is everything. In this first message of the year, we will study the importance of Building Great Attitudes in our service for God based from Joshua 14. There are three things that Caleb told Joshua that can inspire us. .

INTRODUCTION: Happy New Year to everyone! Welcome to the year 2016. This is the year of the new beginnings for most of us. This is the year when we will reaffirm our goals and purposes why we are on earth. This is the year when we will leave behind and not dwell our past mistakes. This is the year ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 14:6-12

Denomination: Nazarene

What The Bible Says About The Devil Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 23, 2012

The apostle Peter said, “Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour.” Peter is warning us that the devil is our enemy and that he wants to destroy us, and then he warns us to take hi

4-12-03 What the Bible Says About the Devil Introduction: The apostle Peter said, “Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour.” (1 Peter 5:8,NKJV) Peter is warning us that the devil is our enemy and that he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8

Denomination: Baptist

The Partial Kingdom 2 - Three Kings Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Oct 22, 2007

Good leadership is more than just giftedness. It also involves faithfulness to God, a right focus and direction for God’s people.

If you go to the book shop and browse the shelves in the management area, chances are you’ll find a host of books focusing on leadership as the critical factor in the success of a business. And when you think about it, it makes sense. If the person at the top is a good leader then the organisation ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Anglican

Have You Been With Jesus?

Contributed by James May on Dec 26, 2004

Can the world, and other Christians, tell that you have been with Jesus?

Have You Been With Jesus? by Pastor Jim May Acts 4:13, "Now when they saw the boldness of Peter and John, and perceived that they were unlearned and ignorant men, they marveled; and they took knowledge of them, that they had been with Jesus." It had been almost two months since the crucifixion ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The New Journey Begins

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Feb 10, 2015

The first message for 2015...A call for a "Re-Awakening" and being "ReNewed".

“The (NEW) Journey Begins” Jeremiah 29:11/ Matthew 16:18-19 / Matthew 28:19-20 / John 20:21 / Acts 1:8 • Last week I announced the title of this message might be “A Call to Arms.” Some might say this title is over the top, but when I look around and see our country, ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Baptist

Working Things Together For Those Who Are Called Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Mar 3, 2013

Part two 3 of Romans 8:28: One of the most exciting promises of God to believers is found in Romans 8:28; This message explains the Sovereign Effectual Call of God.

“To Those Who Are Called “ Romans 8:28 Nobody is nameless; Everybody has a name. Throughout the Bible, there are many different names which describe followers of the True God. In the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Baptist

Heroes Of The Bible: Elijah Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 4, 2022

The Bible is full of heroes! They don't wear spandex or fly around in capes and cowls, but God empowered these heroes and heroines to accomplish some pretty amazing feats that can inspire us to become heroes of God ourselves. Our next hero is Elijah. (Alliterated Outline, PowerPoint Available)

Heroes of the Bible: Elijah Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 8/29/2021 NOTE: This sermon was adapted from my book, Holy Heroes of the Bible. If it's a blessing to you, please consider buying the book which includes chapters/sermons on 17 additional Bible heroes: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:1-39, 1 Kings 18:46, 1 Corinthians 9:24-26, 2 Timothy 2:2, 1 Kings 19:1-21, 2 Kings 2:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian Church

Expecting God Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 10, 2022

Many people have expectations of what God can do for them. But that's not how it works. We were saved to do things for Him. Why?

I’ve been told that when people come to God –– they have certain expectations. They have certain opinions of what they think God should DO for them. They visualize a God who is going to do what they want done. ILLUS: A woman named Donna had a conversation with her 4 year old niece. The little ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God’s Promises Give Strength To His People Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 28, 2025

Deliverance, or protection from an enemy, is the joy of the Lord to give! God delights in having His children come and find comfort, because He wants us to find a place of safety within Him. This is what brings us true hope, and what we see in Hezekiah's prayer and God's response to Him.

Isaiah, Part 14 God’s promises give strength to His people Isaiah 37:21-38 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons! We are so glad you have chosen to be here today! -- Last week, we celebrated the marvelous truth that Jesus is risen -- Because He Lives (just sang) is the reason we gather here ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 37:21-38, Proverbs 25:2, 1 Corinthians 10:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Waiting On God's Strength

Contributed by Claude White on Aug 15, 2023

In our faith journey, we often face weariness, doubt, and discouragement. We may feel as if our strength is failing, and the challenges before us seem insurmountable. But amid these struggles, Isaiah reminds us that God is always near, ready to renew our strength and empower us to overcome.

Waiting on God's Strength ? Isaiah 40:27–31 (ESV) ? 27 Why do you say, O Jacob, and speak, O Israel, "My way is hidden from the Lord, and my right is disregarded by my God"? 28 Have you not known? Have you not heard? The Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:27-31

Denomination: Baptist

Money Isn't Everything: A Wealthy Young Guy Meets Jesus Face To Face Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Sep 25, 2023

The young man falls on his knees before Jesus. He is overcome by his presence, he is amazed, and excited to meet Jesus, this God-man who is changing everything. And he asks him a very, very, very important question: How do I get eternal life?

"In 1928 a group of the world's most successful financiers met at the Edgewater Beach Hotel in Chicago. The following were present: The president of the largest utility company, The greatest wheat speculator, The president of the New York Stock Exchange, A member of the President's ...read more

Denomination: Salvation Army

A Nobody Becomes A Somebody Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 15, 2000

God takes nobodies with a right heart on the inside and makes them some-bodies.

A Nobody Becomes a Somebody! Series – On the Life of David Thesis: God takes nobodies with a right heart on the inside and makes them some-bodies. Illustration: A group of High School students were asked recently “If you could change anything about yourself, what would it be?” Do you know what ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational