Sermons on Power Over Evil:

Responding To False Accusations And Verbal Abuse Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 15, 2025

we are to rebuke such wrong behavior in the name of Jesus and by the power of the blood of Jesus Christ.

As Christians, we are called to respond to false accusations and verbal abuse in a manner that honors God. When someone falsely accuses, assassinates our character, blames us for wrong things, or speaks negative words against us, we are not to remain silent. Instead, we are to rebuke such behavior ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 109:1-5, Jude 1:9

The Power Of Choice - Learning To Make The Right Choices

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Sep 14, 2021

The psalmist faced the same kind of choices we face. He may not have been living through a pandemic, deciding for or against mask, for or against vaccines or deciding which political party is right or wrong, yet he offers some great advice.

The Psalmist poses a thought-provoking question in Psalms 25:12. “What man is he that feareth the Lord?” Ponder his question for a moment…Then allow that question to provoke a self-examination. This psalm and the three preceding it reveals all the postures of worship: David presented in all the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 25:1-10, Genesis 9:8-17, 1 Peter 3:18-22, Mark 1:9-15

Denomination: Methodist

22. David’s Mercy To Saul: Repaying Evil With Good (1 Samuel 24) Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Aug 27, 2025

Have you ever had a moment where it seemed like everything lined up perfectly for you to take matters into your own hands?

David’s Mercy to Saul: Repaying Evil with Good August 27, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship 1 Samuel 24 Introduction: Setting the Stage for Mercy Amid Pursuit Have you ever had a moment where it seemed like everything lined up perfectly for you to take matters into your own ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

Sermon 4 - Jesus Causes Wonder And Amazement Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 27, 2023

In this section of Mark's Gospel, Mark draws our attention to the wonder and amazement of the people as they see the authority with which Jesus taught, and as they witness Jesus' power over demons and disease. As we put our faith in Christ and walk with Him, He continues to amaze us.

A. Let’s start with a little humor about magic. 1. Did you hear about the magician who did magic with chocolate? I heard he had loads of Twix up his sleeve. 2. Once there was a magician doing a magic show in Mexico. As he was doing a trick he said, “Uno, dos,” and then disappeared without a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

My Month Of Walking In The Power Of Holy Spirit

Contributed by Pastor Amos Dele Dada on Jun 17, 2020

It is with great delight and joy that I welcome you to this new month, the month of June, our month of Walking in the Power of Holy Spirit.

It is with great delight and joy that I welcome you to this new month, the month of June, our month of Walking in the Power of Holy Spirit. There is no doubt that there are many things in life described as 'power,' but as they do say 'power pass power.' The power under consideration ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-17, Romans 8:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

My Month Of Walking In The Power Of Holy Spirit

Contributed by Pastor Amos Dele Dada on Jun 17, 2020

It is with great delight and joy that I welcome you to this new month, the month of June, our month of Walking in the Power of Holy Spirit.

It is with great delight and joy that I welcome you to this new month, the month of June, our month of Walking in the Power of Holy Spirit. There is no doubt that there are many things in life described as 'power,' but as they do say 'power pass power.' The power under consideration ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-17, Romans 8:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Wheat And The Weeds Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Aug 31, 2009

The Church is an imperfect organism. There are always going to be people within it who are opposed to Christ. OUr task is to teach people how to think Biblically and theologically; to continually be asking ourselves how the ideas we hear fit with God’s re

It’s interesting that over the past few weeks and months there’s been a huge amount of interest in the economic crisis facing our world, but very little about the moral and ethical state of the world. Yet our state government is about to pass legislation that will allow women to terminate babies ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-43

Denomination: Anglican

"the Power Of Confident Prayer" Series

Contributed by John Bright on Aug 4, 2022

Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

"The Power of Confident Prayer" Luke 11:1-13 A sermon for 6/26/22 – Third Sunday after Pentecost Pastor John Bright Luke 11 “5 And He said to them, “Which of you shall have a friend, and go to him at midnight and say to him, ‘Friend, lend me three loaves; 6 for a friend of mine has ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13, John 15:5-12

Denomination: Methodist

Prayer Guidelines For Interceding For People In Authority

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 20, 2004

As we pray in the power of the Spirit for our authorities, we will experience numerous spin off benefits in the way the Lord blesses those who are over us.

Prayer Guidelines for Interceding for People in Authority (1 Timothy 2:1-2:6) Illustration: I exhort first of all that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks be made for all men, but especially for those who in authority. --1 Timothy 2:1 Over the centuries since Jesus died ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Majestic Voice Of God - Outline

Contributed by Brian Harvison on Mar 12, 2025

Psalm 29 is a beautiful hymn of praise to God for His power and majesty revealed voice in nature. It is a great opportunity to reflect on the sovereignty of God and the power of His word. It also includes His promise, for His people; He will give them strength and peace.

Have you ever stood in awe of the natural world? The mountains, the oceans, the storms - each displays the power and grandeur of our Creator. Psalm 29 is a poetic call to worship, celebrating the splendor of God's power, especially as revealed through storms. David attributes the power of the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Our Christian Legacy

Contributed by Craig Condon on Dec 22, 2015

In our world where trying to get ahead of one another seems to be the rule, God asks us to consider a new reality: to love genuinely and reciprocally, to clutch that which is good and to compete to show the most integrity.

Have you ever thought about the legacy you want to leave behind when you die? I’m not talking about a physical legacy such as the things you own. I’m talking about how you want people to remember you. The type of legacy you leave behind will depend on the kind of life you lead on earth. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Anglican

Demonic Possession And Jesus Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 9, 2021

Every person who has not experienced conversion is under the power and sway of Satan. Jesus owns Christians; Satan doesn’t own Christians. Satan cannot own the body and mind of a Christian, but he can influence you.

Last week we kicked off the series about examining Jesus’ words, or His teaching. Today, we observe His works, or His deeds. Sit in the synagogue with Jesus. Watch the works of Jesus together with fresh eyes. Come with me and see a day in the life of Jesus: Today’s Scripture And he went down to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:31-44

Denomination: Baptist

Power And Wisdom Of The Holy Spirit Through Paul Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 22, 2018

Message 3 in our exposition of 1 Corinthians commenting on the work of the Holy Spirit in Paul's ministry.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “The Power and Wisdom of the Spirit Working Through Paul” I Corinthians 2:1-5 Basic Outline Address and Introduction (Greeting and Thanksgiving) 1:1-9 I. Reproof for fleshly behavior 1-6 II. Response to questions and issues 7-16 Conclusion 16:5-24 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-5, Galatians 4:13-15

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Jesus, Just As He Is

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jun 24, 2024

A sermon for the Season after Pentecost, Year B, Lectionary 12

June 23, 2024 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Job 38:1-11; Mark 4:35-41 Jesus, Just as He Is Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Our readings today reflect on the awesome power of nature and God’s domain over all that God ...read more

Scripture: Job 38:1-11, Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Lutheran

Making God's Power Personal Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s son, John Eisenhower, asked his father about the Bay of Pigs fiasco of then President, JFK. The former President reminded his son of D-Day, “I don’t run no bad invasions,” Ike said. If that is true of the former general and President, how much more for God?

This is a series designed to deepen your worship of God. The Bibles offers us three lenses to view God. The first lens, the Bible gives us various names of God including Yahweh (Lord), Elohim (God), and El Shaddai (God Almighty). The second lens, the Bible presents word pictures of God. You ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-18, Psalm 135:6, Psalm 115:3

Denomination: Baptist