Sermons on Rebellion Against God:

Wearing Flip-Flops While Racing Against A Ferrari

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 4, 2023

The Follower of Christ must gear up for a struggle. However, it is not a physical struggle; it is a spiritual struggle. Whether we want to be in this conflict or not, it is upon us because we believe the Word of God.

“Righteous are you, O LORD, when I complain to you; yet I would plead my case before you. Why does the way of the wicked prosper? Why do all who are treacherous thrive? You plant them, and they take root; they grow and produce fruit; you are near in their mouth and far from their heart. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 12:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Character Of God

Contributed by Gregory Peterson on Aug 17, 2022

Have you ever thought about what God is – His character. You may not realize it, but that is what He desires us to become. These verses have a lot to show us about becoming more like our Lord.

Have you ever thought about what God is – His character. You may not realize it, but that is what He desires us to become. These verses have a lot to show us about becoming more like our Lord. In context Micah is beginning a hymn of praise that concludes his song of victory as He looks to the ...read more

Scripture: Micah 7:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

True Worship And Its Benefits

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Nov 24, 2002

True Worship and Its Benefits(Isa 58:1-12)Recognize: Rebellion, Repentance, Reverence, Relationship building, Responsibilities, Resources, Results

True Worship and Its Benefits (Isa 58:1-12) This morning you will learn how to engage in true worship and experience its maximum benefits. In the first twelve verses in Isaiah 58 we are taught how to: Recognize: Rebellion, Repentance, Reverence, Relationship building, Responsibilities, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Give Rebuke To Whom Rebuke Is Due

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 9, 2018

Stand up when something is wrong no matter what status they have.

Gal 2:11 But when Peter was come to Antioch, I withstood him to the face, because he was to be blamed This is a good passage for those who are in churches where they hear "touch not my anointed" or "don't go up against God's man" sermons anytime that pastor blunders badly and doesn't want to ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:11

Denomination: Baptist

Authorities Distinguished Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Apr 19, 2021

The plot was to twist Jesus' words in order to accuse Him. To accomplish this trickery Jewish authorities, attempt to implicate Jesus in rebellion against the Roman Government.

LUKE 20: 20-26 [JESUS’ LAST WEEK SERIES] AUTHORITIES DISTINGUISHED [Roman 13:1–7] The leaders now step back from personally trying to discredit the popular teacher. They hire spies to do their dirty work hoping to catch Jesus off guard as the spies’ act interested and innocent. Christ though ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

Why Do The Nations Rage?

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jul 5, 2024

The world is in darkness and plots against God, but David, by inspiration of the Holy Spirit gives the people of God hope and strengthens us with the truth.

Why do the Nations Rage? Text: Psalm 2 I hope everyone had a joyful and blessed Independence Day and that you were able to celebrate the freedom that was won for us by our Nation’s Founders. And I know it’s a few days past Independence Day, but I do want to tie in my sermon with that this ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12, Acts 4:24-27, Proverbs 1:24-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Serving God By Submitting To Gov't

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

WE ARE TO SERVE GOD BY SUBMITTING TO THE CIVIL GOVERNMENT, RECOGNIZING THAT ITS POWER AND AUTHORITY ARE FROM GOD 1.

WE ARE TO SERVE GOD BY SUBMITTING TO THE CIVIL GOVERNMENT, RECOGNIZING THAT ITS POWER AND AUTHORITY ARE FROM GOD 1. General Rule: As a General Rule, We are to Submit to Those in Authority Over Us; Why? a. Resisting the authority = rebellion against God b. To avoid hurting ourselves c. To free us ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Our Conduct And The Comforter

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Oct 5, 2015

A sermon on how men treat the third person of the Trinity.

"Our Conduct and the Comforter" Acts 7:51 Ye stiff-necked and uncircumcised in heart and ears, ye do always resist the Holy Ghost: as your fathers did, so do ye. Ephesians 4:30 And grieve not the holy Spirit of God, whereby ye are sealed unto the day of redemption. 1 Thessalonians 5:19 Quench not ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:51

Denomination: Baptist

No Weapon Formed Against You Shall Prosper

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 31, 2016

This verse tells us that the fight we're involved in has been "fixed" -- God has destined us to win no matter how hard the devil fights or how ingenious he is. All we have to do is keep holding onto Jesus and we'll be alright. So fear not!

NO WEAPON FORMED AGAINST YOU SHALL PROSPER Isa. 54:17 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: THE MUMMY 1. Israel is a place where the ground is full of artifacts. Did you hear the other day about the archae-ologist who was digging in the Negev Desert in Israel and came upon a casket containing a mummy? 2. After ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 54:17, Isaiah 54:11-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"What Turned The Crowed Against Jesus?” Palm Sunday

Contributed by David Yarbrough on Apr 14, 2003

. Too many people do this still today, they run to God’s grace desiring eternal life in heaven, but quickly pull back from God at the first hint of obligation or responsibility to this grace we freely enjoy.

Intro: A little boy was sick on Palm Sunday and stayed home from church with his mother. His father returned from church holding a palm branch. The little boy was curious and asked, "Why do you have that palm branch, dad?" "You see, when Jesus came into town, everyone waved Palm Branches to honor ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

He And Aaron Are Again Sent To Pharaoh Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 20, 2022

The Israelites, having shown themselves, for the time, unimpressible, God commands Moses to make his next effort upon the Pharaoh. He is to enter his presence once more and demand, without roundaboutness or vagueness, that the Israelites be allowed to quit the land (leave his land).

HE AND AARON ARE AGAIN SENT TO PHARAOH Exodus 6:10-13. Exodus 6:10-13 10Then the LORD said to Moses, 11"Go, tell Pharaoh king of Egypt to let the Israelites go out of his country." 12 But Moses said to the LORD, "If the Israelites will not listen to me, why would Pharaoh listen to ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 6:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

Is There A Sin God Will Not Forgive?

Contributed by Jimmy Davis on May 9, 2001

A fresh look at the sin of Blasphemy against the Holy Spirit.

Sermon.964 “Is There A Sin God Will Not Forgive?” From the pulpit of Bayview Baptist Church. Matthew 12:31,32 One of the most difficult truths to come to grips with is that God’s Amazing Grace is big enough to extend to every single person. The Bible teaches that all who receive Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:31-32

Denomination: Baptist

Inserparable Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Nov 19, 2015

God's passionate love for his children; despite their disobedience he cannot give them up.

Hosea 11:1-9 “Inseparable” INTRODUCTION Video “Borning Cry” My mom’s favorite (and perhaps most effective) discipline for poor behavior was having the child sit on a chair in the corner. It was difficult for the child to be excluded or marginalized. When the ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 11:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

The Danger Of Lacking Respect For God

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 12, 2025

Respect for God, often described in Scripture as the “fear of the Lord,” is foundational to living a godly life.

THE DANGER OF LACKING RESPECT FOR GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Malachi 1:6-8 Supporting Texts: Ecclesiastes 12:13, Hebrews 12:28-29, Romans 1:21-25, Proverbs 1:7, Acts 5:1-11 INTRODUCTION: Respect for God, often described in Scripture as the “fear of the Lord,” is foundational to ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:6-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

He Loves Us Anyway

Contributed by David Heflin on Mar 1, 2007

This sermon explores the love of God in the midst of our rebellion through three enduring images from Hosea that find their ultimate fulfillment in Christ.

He Loves Us Anyway Hosea on three images of God’s Love 2/25/07 PSCOC Intro: Love expresses itself most fully in the midst of betrayal. We would all agree that love is one of the most overused words in the English language. We love our spouse. We love pizza. We love our kids. We love the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ