Sermons on Preparing For Battle:

Have A Fair And Balanced Faith Series

Contributed by Peter Schmidt on Dec 15, 2003

John the Baptist teaches us to prepare for Christ’s coming by making changes in our lives, but changes based on the unchangeable Word of our consistent God.

Advent 3 Luke 3:7-18 When I am home, chances are the television is going to be tuned to one particular station. Unless Ali is in the mood to watch the Disney Channel, I will have another station on in the background in the morning as I am preparing to go over to the church, or it will be on during ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:7-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Moments Of Decision - Part One Series

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Feb 17, 2003

Wouldn’t you agree with me that we really do need to be a better testimony for Christ, and to be better prepared to speak boldly for our Savior and Lord?

MOMENT OF DECISION - Part Two - Last week we began looking at the powerful testimony of the Apostle Paul. In the book of Acts, we saw the strength and courage of Paul as he testified to the Roman Governor, Felix. No doubt, Paul was faced with imprisonment and perhaps being executed for his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:18-22, Acts 26:28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Godly Financial Management Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Nov 19, 2012

This is part one of a four part series on financial management. Part one focuses on how we should pay ourselves in preparation for our future retirement.

Godly Financial Management – Part 1 Pay Self Scriptures: Proverbs 22:7; Matthew 6:24; Luke 16:3-13; Romans 13:7-8 Introduction: This series will close out the multi-series that I have done this year on being a slave for Christ. In these four messages, I will focus on how we must take ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:3-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Your God Will Be Mine

Contributed by John Bartol on Nov 22, 2012

The book of Ruth unfolds a beautiful example of the Providence of God in response to sincere faith. This story is also part of God's preparation for the birth of Christ, the promised Messiah.

Your God Will Be Mine The book of Ruth is one of the shortest in the Bible but it is certainly one of the most beautiful. If you have never read this book I would urge you to do so. It only takes about 15-20 minutes and I feel sure that you will not be disappointed It is found between the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Zechariah: The Foundation For The Forerunner Series

Contributed by James Snyder on Jan 14, 2013

When God wants to do a work of significance, He calls a man, uniquely prepares that man for His work and anoints that man with power for the work at hand.

(Luke 1:5-25) Introduction: The most maligned person, from the Devil’s standpoint, is the man-husband-father. This Trinity represents to the devil, God’s authority in the home and society. Therefore, every man walks around with a target on his back. There are more single-family homes ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Next Season Is Coming!

Contributed by Mark Jobe on Sep 15, 2011

God is always getting us ready for something. This season is a preparation for the next season. The next season will be different and bring about its own set of challenges.

God is always getting us ready for something. This season is a preparation for the next season. The next season will be different and bring about its own set of challenges. Life is one continuous cycle of seasons. Every season builds on the previous one, but gives you a new start. One of the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Make It Right

Contributed by Mark Jones on Oct 3, 2011

EOLS: Jesus teaches us to address conflicts with our brother (sister) quickly and to follow four steps toward resolution. (sermon is preparation for Communion as written)

Matthew 18:15-20 (15) "If your brother sins against you, go and tell him his fault, between you and him alone. If he listens to you, you have gained your brother. (16) But if he does not listen, take one or two others along with you, that every charge may be established by the evidence of two or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Methodist

Family Supper

Contributed by Jon Lipka on Mar 4, 2012

It's easy to be concerned about where we fit into the Kingdom of God, but we need to trust that God has prepared a unique, marvelous room for us.

I. Introduction a. Any identity thieves? i. Jon Mark Lipka ii. Born XXXX iii. Moved to xxxx iv. Moved to xxxx. v. Ordained deacon September 20, 2003, and priest June 2, 2007 vi. Married…oh, wait, not yet! vii. That’s where I’ve come from. b. Where I’m going, who knows? ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-35

Denomination: Anglican

One Week Too Live

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Apr 13, 2010

Following Mark on Jesus last week. Sunday–Demonstration, Monday—Authority, Tuesday-Conflict. Wednesday-Silence, Thursday-Preparation, Friday-Suffering

- If you had one week to live, what would you do? - Some Answers I would go skydiving, rocky mountain climbin, 2.7 seconds on a bull named fu- man-chu. I would love deeper, and spoke sweeter. This is how i live i hope that someday you get the chance to live like you were dyin. Really i would do all ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-19

Denomination: Baptist

Go For The Gold

Contributed by Monte Brown on Feb 28, 2014

In the Olympics, every individual and every team strives to “Go for the Gold.” They prepare, train, and live to “Go for the Gold” most of their lives.

Introduction Our message this morning is “Go for the Gold” and is found in Hebrews 5:1-10. In the Olympics, every individual and every team strives to “Go for the Gold.” They prepare, train, and live to “Go for the Gold” most of their lives. They sleep to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Genesis 31:1-55 – Learning From A Toxic Workplace Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Feb 28, 2015

It’s time to become a returnee and brave the journey to the land of promise. But is he prepared to lose his job to pursue his destiny? Are you?

Genesis 31:1-55 – LEARNING FROM A TOXIC WORKPLACE He has been bullied into working for them for many years. Now he overhears his co-workers making derisive comments about him in a private conversation. They falsely accuse him of wrong-doing and attack his character. They don’t even ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 31:1-55

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

“god's Glory And Love” Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Feb 27, 2016

As Jesus prepares for the cross, He reveals His betrayer but also His Glory. He gives His disciples the new command, to love as He loves.

“God's Glory and Love” John 13:21-35 Last week we looked at the foot washing by Jesus of His Disciples’ feet: We saw that not only was Jesus washing their feet but also teaching them a great spiritual lesson. First of all it was more than a S-O-L-E washing. Jesus’ ...read more

Scripture: John 13:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

The Strange Fire Of Worship

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Feb 22, 2020

Learning from the mistakes of Nadab and Abihu, we can be better prepared spiritually in heart, soul and mind to worship God individually (daily) and corporately (Sunday).

IRENAEUS, BISHOP OF LYON (130-202 A.D.) ONCE NOTED THAT: “NOTHING GLORIFIES GOD MORE THAN A HUMAN BEING MADE HOLY; NOTHING IS MORE LIKELY TO MAKE A PERSON HOLY THAN THE DESIRE TO GLORIFY GOD.” WORSHIP. MY HOPE IS THAT THIS WORD IS MORE THAN JUST THE TERM YOU USE FOR THIS SERVICE ON SUNDAY. ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 10:1-3, Psalm 99:1-5, Psalm 122:1

Denomination: Free Methodist

Twelve Stones

Contributed by Bala Samson on Feb 12, 2021

Story was not over after witnessing a colossal miracle of great magnitude, God was very particular that the people remembered it, so He made preparations for the monument.

Stones will speak Joshua 4: STONES! 1 Now when all the nation had finished crossing the Jordan, the LORD spoke to Joshua, saying, 2 "Take for yourselves twelve men from the people, one man from each tribe, 3 and command them, saying, 'Take up for yourselves twelve stones from here out of ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Perceive And Practice The Implanted Word Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 15, 2018

Message 12 in our journey through James. This message focuses on James' instruction to both hear and practice the word God implants in you prepared soil.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Perceive and Practice the Implanted Truth” This is our twelfth outing in front of God’s faith-exposing mirror. James’ letter provides pointed instruction evaluating the true nature of our faith. It resembles a mirror that exposes the depths of our soul ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-25, 1 Thessalonians 1:6-7, John 8:31-32

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance