Sermons on Overcoming The Enemy:

Unusual & Unstoppable Prayer Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 30, 2010

Martin Luther said, "Prayer is not overcoming God’s reluctance, but laying hold of His willingness;" but if we want to lay hold of God’s willingness, we must keep on asking God to keep his word, expecting Him to work in unusual and unstoppable ways.

Mark Ashton, in his book, A Voice in the Wilderness, talks about a small boy who was writing a letter to God. Christmas was approaching and he wanted to ask God for certain Christmas presents he badly wanted. He began his letter with these words: “I’ve been good for six months now.” But then ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:19-26

Denomination: Evangelical Free

A Spiritual Dilemma

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Sep 2, 2018

To establish that saints will find themselves faced with undesirable or unpleasant choices, in their walk of faith. Like Paul: “For the good that I would, I do not: but the evil which I would not, that I do.” This lesson deals with our ability to overcome the weaknesses of the flesh.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. A Perplexing Position 2. A Pitiful Plight 3. A Perfect Provision Remarks. 1. In our lesson today we are going to be discussing the theme: “A Spiritual Dilemma.” This will be one of our “Expository Sermons.” We will read the text, explain the text; and apply the text to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-11, Romans 7:14-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's More Than Enough Abundant Life

Contributed by Tony Abram on Feb 19, 2018

Jesus points out who tries to keep us from having the Abundant Life in Christ. In this sermon outline we list some of the message Jesus is wanting us know that we overcome and may be partakers of His Abundant Life He has for us today.

GOD'S MORE THAN ENOUGH ABUNDANT LIFE Jesus points out who tries to keep us from having the Abundant Life in Christ. In this sermon outline we list some of the message Jesus is wanting us know that we overcome and may be partakers of His Abundant Life He has for us today. - John 10:9-11 (KJV) 9 I ...read more

Scripture: John 10:9-11, Ephesians 2:8-9

No Condemnation!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Mar 2, 2016

Many of God's people walk in condemnation when God not only has provided victory but desires us to walk in life, peace and victory. In this out line we share some of the promises God has given to His people to help them overcome in their walk with Him.

NO CONDEMNATION! John 8:10 When Jesus had lifted up himself, and saw none but the woman, he said unto her, Woman, where are those thine accusers? hath no man condemned thee? 11 She said, No man, Lord. And Jesus said unto her, Neither do I condemn thee: go, and sin no more. 12 Then spake Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 8:10-12

United In His Love

Contributed by Ned Bartlebaugh on Sep 30, 2017

The Church can overcome any division, conflict, or challenge when we: 1. Humbly submit ourselves to God 2. Be rooted and established in his love 3. Allow God's overabundance of love to empower us to see and love others as he sees and loves them.

INTRODUCTION It has been an interesting month. Just in the last month we have had multiple natural disasters and other national and world related issues/events: Earthquake – hit Mexico City Hurricane Harvey – Hit Texas Hurricane Irma – Hit Florida Hurricane Maria – Hit Puerto Rico Escalating ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-19

Denomination: Baptist

Be Great In The Sight Of God! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 29, 2022

We have to: 1. Overcome our selfish mindset (vs. 1). 2. Use God's standards for greatness (vs. 1). 3. Follow the right examples for greatness (vs. 2-4). 4. Focus on the right mission (vs. 5).

Be Great in the Sight of God! The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 18:1-5 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared September 29, 2022) MESSAGE: *Who would you name as a great man or woman? Almost everybody could offer some suggestions, and opinions around the world would have huge differences. But Jim Kane ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Is With You

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 12, 2015

In this passage, it almost seems like Peter is heavily focused on persecution of the Christians he's writing to... and then he just switches gears and talks about something totally unrelated. It seems that way, but it's not.

OPENING: When I asked you to turn to I Peter 3:13 this morning, did you realize that about 800 years ago… you couldn’t have done that? Do you know WHY you couldn’t have turned to I Peter 3 back then? Because there were no chapter divisions. That didn’t happen until 1227, ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Realization Of God’s Guidance-6

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Dec 2, 2025

6 of ? Luke records prophetic events surrounding the birth of John the Baptist. God’s ‘guidance’(1:79) has been realized or brought to fruition. ?How is God’s guidance realized? God’s guidance is realized thru a Prophetic...

The REALIZATION Of GOD’s GUIDANCE-VI— Luke 1:67b-79[Part-3--:71-74](:57-80) Attention: On any given morning, Hershey(our dog) usually follows me into the bedroom, curls up on the bed, & watches me get dressed & fill my pockets. If I put on my ‘suit’ or ‘preaching outfit’, he doesn’t ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:71-74, Luke 1:67-80

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Willing To Listen To The Lord? Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Nov 29, 2023

Here, God speaks to all Christians... 1. He speaks to us about our life (vs. 12-14). 2. He speaks to us about our love (vs. 15-16). 3. He speaks to us about our longevity (vs. 17).

Are You Willing to Listen to the Lord? 1 John 2:12-17 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The First Epistle of John (Prepared November 29, 2023) MESSAGE: *Have you ever tried to talk to somebody, and they just weren't willing to listen? Oh yeah. Almost all of us have been there, -- maybe many ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

# 5 - Letter To The Church At Sardis Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on May 19, 2025

This is a sermon on the letter to the Church at Sardis

Letter # 5 – Letter to the Church at Sardis Revelation 3:1 - “And to the angel of the church in Sardis write, ‘These things says He who has the seven Spirits of God and the seven stars: “I know your works, that you have a name that you are alive, but you are dead.” The Seven Spirits of God Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6, Revelation 1:4, Revelation 4:5, Revelation 5:6, Revelation 8:1, Hebrews 1:14, Matthew 26:41, 1 Corinthians 16:13, 1 Peter 5:8, 1 Corinthians 11:31, Hebrews 12:12, Matthew 12:20-21, Matthew 5:48, 1 Thessalonians 1:5, Romans 1:16, Hebrews 2:1-4, Matthew 24:42-44, Hebrews 3:7-15, Isaiah 61:10, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Hebrews 10:28-31, Matthew 10:32  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

5 Key Words To Inspire Christians

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 27, 2010

5 key words to inspire Christians. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Colossians chapter 2 verses 1-5. Ill: A new student won first prize at a recent Science Fair. • In his project he urged people to sign a petition demanding; • Strict control or total elimination of the chemical “di-hy-dro-gen mon-oxide.” And for ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-5

Denomination: Brethren

Power Made Perfect In Weakness Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 6, 2005

Our ability to serve God depends not on our ability but on God’s power.

There was a guy on the news the other day who’s about to become the first Australian to enter some Solo Round the World Sailing Race and he was saying how no-one from Australia had ever attempted this before. He was basically wanting to tell us how great he is. And why not? That’s how you get ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

"Anointed With Honor" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Apr 11, 2003

He honors those who honor Him. (Part 3 in "The Road To Glory" Easter series)

“She has done what she could; she has anointed My body beforehand for the burial. And truly I say to you, wherever the gospel is preached in the whole world, that also which this woman has done shall be spoken of in memory of her.” “Show me the man you honor, and I will know what kind of man ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:8-9

Denomination: Orthodox

At War

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 3, 2001

We must have a Biblical focus, an inward focus, and an outward focus in order to defeat that terrorist, the devil.

AT WAR Jude 17-23 INTRO.- ILL.- A man and his preacher were out on the golf course. He said to his preacher, "How do you let off steam with when you miss a shot and your ball goes into a sand trap?" His preacher replied, "I just the repeat the names of some of my church members with great ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:17-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Game Of Mutually Assured Destruction Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 11, 2015

It's one game board, but two games. Checkers and Chess are not only played differently, but they illustrate for me the difference between how the world deals with conflict and how God would have us do so. Do you know the difference?

OPEN: (We showed a picture of a checker board on the overhead) What is this game? That’s right, it’s a checkers game. How many of you have ever played checkers? (almost everyone held up their hands) You know, I did not realize it until I began my research for this morning’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ