Sermons on Personal Attack:

Faith Under Fire – Attacks On Christians In The U.s.

Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Sep 13, 2025

In recent days, America has been shaken by the assassination of Christian leader Charlie Kirk. Following Jesus publicly will invite spiritual resistance, but the Church must face hostility with truth, holiness, and courageous love.

Faith Under Fire – Attacks on Christians in the U.S. Text: John 15:18–20; 1 Peter 4:12–14; Romans 12:21 (KJV) John 15:18-20 (KJV) If the world hate you, ye know that it hated me before it hated you. 19 If ye were of the world, the world would love his own: but because ye are not of the world, but I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-14, John 15:18-20, Romans 12:21

Denomination: Church Of God

Paul's Paradoxical Personality Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 19, 2021

Paul took seriously the obviously impossible goal of being all things to all men. The result is, he had the potential for pleasing everybody, but also for aggravating everybody ,and Paul was quite good at both.

A lion, a fox, an a hyena were moving through the jungle collecting their dinner. When they were done they had gotten a large pile of animals. The lion said to the hyena, "Why don't you go over and divide the pile into three equal parts." The hungry hyena said, "Sure." He ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:17-26

The Blind Man: A First Person Narrative

Contributed by Ned Bartlebaugh on Jun 25, 2013

A monologue of John 9:1-38 from the perspective of the blind man.

INTRODUCTION Have you ever had one of those days that you know you will never forget; a day that had a profound impact on your life? I’m sure you have. We all have. Start with World/historical events Sep 11, 2001 – 9/11 attack on World Trade Center and Pentagon Dec 7, 1941 – ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-38

Denomination: Baptist

The Character Of A Godly Person Is Defined By God's Word, Not Someone's Accusation Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 17, 2024

When a godly person is attacked by someone who seeks to dominate and exert power over them, it's essential to remember that our character is defined by God's Word, not by someone's accusation.

As believers, we are constantly faced with challenges and criticisms from those around us. Sometimes, these criticisms come from within the church, from individuals who claim to be Christians but whose actions and words betray their true intentions. When a godly person is attacked by someone who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12, John 17:17, Hebrews 10:24-25

The Story Of Esther - A Heroine In Personal Crisis Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Aug 6, 2001

The book of Esther is the biblical answer to Walt Disney’s story of Cinderella. An orphan girl from an enslaved nation ends up marrying the king. It’s short story at its finest.

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: One of Megan’s favorite stories is Cinderella. She was the abused, ophaned house slave with no hope of a future or ever attending the royal ball much less luring the handsome prince into marrying her. Her fairy god-mother magically helps her to not only attend the ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:12-16

Defeating Your Own Personal Drought

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Aug 2, 2011

To share how we can overcome difficult times by Soaking in God's Word, Soaking in Prayer, and Soaking in service to God.

Someone published this request online: “Please pray for rain: "It’s so dry in Tennessee that the Baptists are starting to baptize by sprinkling; the Methodists are using wet-wipes; the Presbyterians are giving out rain-checks; and the Catholics are praying for the wine to turn back into ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Other

Peter (A First Person Monolgue) Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Apr 7, 2015

A first person monologue looking at the life of Peter in the last week of Christ.

Peter and the Cross March 22, 2015 (I dressed up as Peter in this first person monologue) It was time for the Passover celebration. We knew something big was happening. Even though Passover is a huge celebration for us, we knew there was more going on, but we just didn’t get what it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:30-56

Denomination: Baptist

Do Not Take Side Series

Contributed by Dr. Amen Howard on Aug 13, 2013

One of the great characteristics of the body of Christ is to care about the burdens and sufferings of one another. However, as we seek to console and encourage friends that have been offended, we may be tempted to take up their offense against another.

In sympathy, we may tend to take their part against the pastor, the church or whoever they blame for the offense. This is very unwise and an unscriptural thing to do, considering that your friend may be the cause of his own/her offense, or trying to drag you out of faith. His/her hurt feelings may ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 15:1-3, Matthew 7:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Shake It Off In The Fire

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Feb 21, 2022

In today's message we are going to deal with spiritually unhealthy things/people and ideas that will try to attach themselves to us, poison our spirit and hinder our service to God. We are going to see the way to deal with them, and that is to shake them off in the fire.

Shake It Off In The Fire PPT 1 Message Title In today's message we are going to deal with spiritually unhealthy things/people and ideas that will try to attach themselves to us, poison our spirit and hinder our service to God. We are going to see the way to deal with them, and that is to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hey Jude - Pt. 1 - Deception Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jul 5, 2013

The song made Jude famous. However, the most important Jude is often overlooked. Hey Jude, what do you have to teach us?

Hey Jude - Pt. 1 - Deception I. Introduction The Beatles released the single "Hey Jude" in August of 1968 (which is one of the most important months and years in the history of mankind). The song was written by Paul McCartney in response to John Lennon's divorce from his wife Cynthia. The couple ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Strike The King

Contributed by Bala Samson on Sep 11, 2021

The devil is not interested in the frills, trivial and significant pieces, he wants to capture the HEAD, so that everything else crumples! Sit up for a powerful word!

Strike the king 2 Samuel 17:2”.. I will strike down the king alone..” The devil is not interested in the frills, trivial and significant pieces, he wants to capture the HEAD, so that everything else crumples! Sit up for a powerful word! Let’s use the following outline: Lions attack their prey ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 17:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Light Living - Being A Person Of Light!

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Aug 29, 2017

1. People of Light are People of Love 2. People of Light don't Adopt Lifestyles of Darkness 3. People of Light Wear God's Armor of Light

Scripture: Romans 13:8-14 (Call to worship - Psalm 149) Theme: Light Living - Being a Person of Light 1. People of Light are People of Love 2. People of Light don't Adopt Lifestyles of Darkness 3. People of Light Wear God's Armor of Light INTRO: Grace and peace from God our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8-14

Denomination: Nazarene

The Difference One Person Can Make Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 24, 2013

This sermon covers the part of the story of Esther where she learns about the edict and is challenged by Mordecai to do something about it. For application we explore the difference one person can make.

Introduction: A. I want to begin with a fictitious and humorous obituary – sounds like an oxymoron, right? 1. Our church was saddened to learn this week of the death of one of our most valued members, their name is “Someone Else.” 2. Someone Else's passing creates a vacancy that ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Satan's Strategy

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Aug 22, 2016

A message to emphasis the power of Satan in the world.

"Satan's Strategy" 2 Corinthians 2:11 Lest Satan should get an advantage of us: for we are not ignorant of his devices. Introduction: Like many of you I am very concerned with what is going on in the world today. We see all of our institutions crumbling before our eyes. The things that we have ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:11

Denomination: Baptist

The (Real) Good Shepard Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jul 30, 2009

Obey. Listen to His voice. Go where He sends, do what He says, accept what He gives and trust where He is taking. Even when the road is difficult. Because I know that with the Lord as my Shepherd, my good shepherd, the “Real” Good Shepherd

The (Real) Good Shepherd Zech 11 October 26, 2008 Intro: I want to rewind a little bit in our study of Zechariah, before diving in to chapter 11. In our previous discussion, we’ve talked about how the exiles were returning from slavery and beginning the process of rebuilding their nation – ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 11:1-17

Denomination: Baptist