Sermons on Protecting Yourself:

God’s Protection And Our Faithfulness Matters Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 5, 2024

The message of Acts 4 and 5 is clear: Watch your life and be consistent for God in everything you do (which means you must choose to live upright). If you are going to worship, going to give, going to pray – do it focused on Him!

To the Ends of the Earth, Part 6 God’s Protection and Faithfulness Matters Acts 4:23-37 – Acts 5:1-11 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the Ends of the Earth” -- In 2023 we unpacked the beginning of all history (Creation/Fall/Promise) -- And we looked ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-37, Acts 5:1-11, Jeremiah 29:13, 1 Peter 3:15, Matthew 16:19-21, Luke 9:23, Galatians 6:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Divine Protection - A Detailed Look At The Armor Of God

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jul 18, 2024

At exactly 6:11 pm on July 13, 2024, a demonized person with a high-powered rifle shot 8 bullets at the ex-President of the United States, Donald Trump, with one hitting him on the right side of his head, at a campaign rally.

"Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, 2 Corinthians 10:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Personalized Prayer For God's Protection Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 23, 2024

This is a Personalized Prayer for God's Protection and you can recite as many times as you want.

I lift my eyes to the hills, for my help comes from You, Lord, Creator of Heaven and Earth. You are my Rock, my Refuge, my Protector. You who keep me will not slumber, nor will You allow my foot to be moved. I enter Your presence with gratitude and reverence, honoring Your mighty name. I thank You ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:14, Isaiah 59:19

God's Protection (Psalm 12)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 9, 2026

Does God protect us?

What will be the end result of a life of lies and deceptive flattery? Will God eventually provide for the poor and needy? Let’s look at Psalm 12. Are the godly vanishing from our society? What is the difference between a sincere encouraging word and deceptive flattery? Help, O Lord, for the godly ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Do Christians Still Receive Divine Protection?

Contributed by Stan Lobin on Nov 7, 2022

Explore God's divine protection, how to deal with the tribulations tragedies in our lives, why good people may still suffer while under God's protection, God's faithful people never truly lose God's protection and God is a God of restoration for those who persevere.

Do Christians Still Receive Divine Protection? In the days of the Old Testament and even when Jesus walked the earth, the Jews believed that if you had a relationship with God and you weren't a perpetual and unrepentant breaker of the law, you would have a hedge-like protection or a protective ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-16, Job 1:6-12, Job 2:10, Job 38:2, Job 38:4, Matthew 16:22, Romans 8:35-37, 1 Corinthians 10:13, 1 Peter 1:3-5  (view more)  (view less)

Spiritual Battles And God's Protection

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Sep 26, 2022

The Christian is called to be a soldier. An active officer in a raging battle with the forces of darkness. We are the soldiers of Christ, chosen by the Commander of the armies of heaven, Jesus Christ.

TEXT: Ephesians 6:12; Psalms 91:11-12; "For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places...For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12, Psalm 91:11-12, 2 Corinthians 10:4-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Shield Of Faith Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 2, 2012

Part five on the study of God's armor of protection. The shield of faith is what and who we put our faith in. There are things that Satan does not want you to know about God's shield of protection.

The shield of faith Ephesians chapter 6:10-6:2- Introduction- We are studying Ephesians chapter 6 and in the series of “putting on the full armor of God”. We have looked at the importance of doing all that we know to do and then stand firm. We have put on the belt of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Nazarene

Three Tough Questions To Ask Yourself As A Christian

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 23, 2021

I often wonder where my fellow believers stand, especially those who I stand along side of in the church. We live in a day and age where there is much compromise and strife within the church.

I often wonder where my fellow believers stand, especially those who I stand along side of in the church. We live in a day and age where there is much compromise and strife within the church. The church as a body of believers is struggling to understand how to deal with culture. Some seek to ...read more

Scripture: John 17:14-18, Ephesians 4:15, 1 Timothy 1:10

Denomination: Salvation Army

Believing “out Of Yourself” And Into Christ Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Aug 28, 2015

Seeing is not always believing. The Jews who witnessed Jesus' miracle of feeding the 5,000 did not understand the truth about Jesus-that He was the manna from heaven in the flesh.

"Believing “Out of Yourself” and Into Christ:" John 6:22-34 John 6 contains 71 verses and includes 2 days in the ministry of Jesus. After Jesus fed the 5,000, He sent His disciples out ahead of Him while He spent time alone with His Father. Last week we had the privilege of ...read more

Scripture: John 6:22-34

Denomination: Baptist

So You Call Yourself A Pastor 4 Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 25, 2009

Exposition of the last part of Paul’s charge to the Ephesian elders

Text: Acts 20:32-38, Title: So You Call Yourself a Pastor 4, Date/Place: NRBC, 2/22/09, AM A. Opening illustration: Karl Marx, died in 1883 with these last words… “Go on, get out - last words are for fools who haven’t said enough.” Thomas à Becket, Archbishop of Canterbury, d.1170 “I am ready to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:32-38

Denomination: Baptist

Living Sacrifice Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 9, 2022

Do not conform to this world standard, world scales, or world patterns of thinking, doing, and acting accordingly but be transformed, renewed, revived, and reformed according to the standard of the Gospel of Christ.

Romans 12:01-08 Living Sacrifice to God 1. Present yourself - Romans 12:1-2 Present yourself as a living and pleasing sacrifice to God. This is the spiritual act of worship. Do not conform to this world standard, world scales, or world patterns of thinking, doing, and acting accordingly but be ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

Mow Em Down

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 19, 2019

A study in Psalm 37: 1 – 40

Psalm 37: 1 – 40 Mow em down A Psalm of David. 1 Do not fret because of evildoers, nor be envious of the workers of iniquity. 2 For they shall soon be cut down like the grass, and wither as the green herb. 3 Trust in the LORD, and do good; Dwell in the land, and feed on His faithfulness. 4 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:2

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

How Do You Position Yourself To Succeed

Contributed by Andrew Chan on May 25, 2001

Simple things to keep in mind to be successful.

How do you position yourself to succeed? PBC, Vancouver, BC Dec.31, 2000 Deuteronomy 31:1-8 Here we are in December 31, 2000. Time to change to a new calendar, just when I got used to writing 2000 in cheque book and now gotta change again. For many of us, new challenges await us. Some of us ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Pray And Position Yourself To Hear From God

Contributed by Carolyn Butler on Jun 21, 2024

In recent weeks, our sermons have centered around prayer—the incredible power it holds and the importance of seeking our secret place to commune with God.

Moment of Silence: Close your eyes-Jesus---(Centering Prayer-that includes Spiritual Discipline of Silence)…As for me and my household we will serve the Lord. 1. Hearing from God typically refers to receiving messages or guidance through various means such as prayer, meditation, or reading ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1-10, Joshua 6:15-16

Moving Day

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Feb 28, 2018

A study in the book of Genesis 46: 1 – 34

Genesis 46: 1 – 34 Moving Day 46 So Israel took his journey with all that he had, and came to Beersheba, and offered sacrifices to the God of his father Isaac. 2 Then God spoke to Israel in the visions of the night, and said, “Jacob, Jacob!” And he said, “Here I am.” 3 So He said, “I am God, the ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel