Sermons on Resist Devil:

Christmas Presence

Contributed by Stephen Colaw on Dec 23, 2005

The presents we ofter to Christ fall short of what he wants, our presence. This sermon addresses his desire for our hearts versus our meager attempts to please him.

Scripture: Matthew 1:23 & Various Other Texts Theme: More than duty or sacrifice or religion, more than the things we can do for God, he wants our presence, a relationship with us. celebrate the birth of Christ we must let our hearts be changed by Him. Seed: Personal Study Purpose: To invite ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:23

Denomination: Wesleyan

"Satan Is Strong, But Jesus Is Stronger"

Contributed by Christopher Martin on Apr 17, 2007

3rd Sunday after Pentecost sermon preached 6/29/2003 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Garner, Iowa (LCMS). Preached during a time of internal strife and division within the St. Paul congregation.

Pentecost 3/ St. Peter & St. Paul, Series B. 6/29/2003. Mark 3:20-35 St. Paul Lutheran Church, Garner, Iowa “Satan is Strong, but Jesus is Stronger” Introduction In his book The Renew Mind (Bethany House, 1981), Larry Christiansen tells a story that is a perfect illustration for our sermon text ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:20-35

Denomination: Lutheran

The Omega

Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Aug 23, 2007

In the blessing of the righteous, God’s eternal purpose is being accomplished.

I will send the power point for this sermon free, just email me and reference this sermon title. jaywmc@aol.com Matthew 25:31-46 “The Omega” “In the blessing of the righteous, God’s eternal purpose is being accomplished.” Sunday Morning Sermon 7.22.07 Intro: (Start with Title and Text) Have you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You Are My Son

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 4, 2007

Jesus’ baptism

YOU ARE MY SON - MATTHEW 3:13-17 Steve Simala Grant, June 1, 1997 INTRO: We’ve come this morning to celebrate who God is and what he is doing in our lives. To worship Him and to praise Him and to meet with Him face to face in a way that changes our lives. We’re going to continue to do that as we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17, Psalm 29:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Our Duty To One Another

Contributed by Jason Cole on May 7, 2007

The Bible speaks of many "one anothers", and these should be considered as our duties. Often times we are so focused on self that we fail to look towards others. We need to put others even above ourselves.

Our Duty to One Another Introduction: In today’s world we are very private. We like to keep our business to ourselves and we are very comfortable without anyone interfering with our personal business. When someone does decide to attempt to get themselves involved in our business we call them ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-10, Galatians 6:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Rotten Eggs Series

Contributed by Quint Pitts on Oct 17, 2009

A look at the reality of Hell. This is part of a series of sermons to equip Christians to answer some of the popular objections to Christianity in our culture.

Roll Video “Hell” Immediately following announcements. No introduction. ROTTEN EGGS Serving Up Omelets—Part 3 If there is one idea or doctrine in the bible that I would like to erase, it would be the subject of my message today. When I get to heaven, if I find out that there is this loophole ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:27

Denomination: *other

The Reality Of Evil Against Us: Blind Bar Jesus Series

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Oct 19, 2009

Scripture informs us that this evil is not a blind force, or human calculation, but that it is personified in the person of Satan.

Note to reader: I have hot -links to background details that may be helpful on various subjects in this sermon. The document with the active links can be found in PDF form at this web address: http://www.firstpresanchorage.org/Sermons.htm (The sermon is titled the same: "Blind Bar-Jesus") The links ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

My Soul - His Delight

Contributed by Emile Wolfaardt on Oct 22, 2009

What it means when we say "He restores my soul"

The Pearl of Psalms (POP 03) Psalm 23:3a My Soul - His Delight This morning I want to unpack for you one of the most glorious truths you will find in all the Scriptures. You will, I am persuaded, have to search hard to beat what we are going to see together in the Word of God this morning. We ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:3

Denomination: *other

Why In The World Is This Happening To Me?

Contributed by Moy Hernandez on Oct 26, 2009

We must consider it all joy when we face trials and tribulations because God is trying to get our attention. He is attempting to restore His purpose in us, He is trying to increase our patience because He wants us to mature so that we may be restore back

One of the most difficult questions at times of troubles is the question of why. Now it is question that comes easy, but it is one that is often a difficult one to answer. Why did this have to happen now? Why in the world is this happening to me? Perhaps some of us have been taught that it is ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-6

Denomination: Salvation Army

Diligent Initiative

Contributed by Moy Hernandez on Oct 26, 2009

We must be diligent in taking initiative in our service to God. We must build relationships, work heard, take care of our finances and health, and seek out a meaningful, intentional, purposeful and ongoing personal relationship with our Lord and Savior. D

Diligent Initiative Proverbs 6:9-11, Ephesians 5:1-2, 8-16 Captain Moy Hernandez, Jr. Let me ask you this… are you a wise person? Not a wise crack… although I suspect there is a little bit of that in each of us. But a wise person! DID YOU KNOW THAT WISE PEOPLE TAKE INITIATIVE? I mean they just ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:9-11

Denomination: Salvation Army

Jesus Was God But Also Man! Series

Contributed by Moy Hernandez on Oct 27, 2009

We believe that in the person of Jesus Christ the Divine and human natures are united, so that He is truly and properly God and truly and properly man

Jesus was God but Also Man! - Captain Moy Hernandez, Jr. John 1:1-4, 14 http://pomonacorps.blogspot.com/2009/04/he-was-god-but-also-man-tsa-doctrine-4.html As we continue with our study through the doctrines and Believes of The Salvation Army we come to a very important doctrine. A doctrine that ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-4

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Compelling Cross Of Christ

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Feb 4, 2011

Today we will explore four facets of the cross, four features that compel us to trust in Jesus Christ.

The Compelling Cross of Christ John 19:1-30 & Luke 23:32-43 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - March 21, 2010 *Max Lucado wrote: “The Cross: It rests on the time line of history like a compelling diamond. Its tragedy summons all sufferers. Its absurdity attracts all critics. ...read more

Scripture: John 19:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Anti Anti-Christ Series

Contributed by Mark Nichols on Feb 13, 2011

This is the 8th message in the series. John describes three way you can remain FAITHFUL and not fall away.

TEXT: 1 John 2:18-27 TITLE: Becoming an Anti-anti Christ SERIES: Letters from John TOPIC: Falling away vs. Faithfulness OCCASION: Burnside Christian Church, February 6, 2011 PROP.: John gives clear teaching that either you are with God…or you are not. INTRODUCTION: Good morning! Our ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Forgiven And Forgiving Series

Contributed by David Welch on Feb 14, 2011

5th in series dealing with reciprocating forgivenes on the basis that we have been so fully forgiven.

Ephesians Series #5 “Forgiven and Forgiving” The identity, privilege and responsibility of the Church. I. Our Wealth and Worth In Christ 1-4 A. Paul blessed God for blessing us with every spiritual blessing 1:3-14 1. Specially Chosen 1:4 2. Purposefully Adopted ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:7

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Clearing The Air: Misconceptions About The Second Coming Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on May 9, 2008

There are many misconceptions about the second coming. Those misconceptions are common because people fail to see the Second Coming through biblical glasses.

Clearing the Air: Common Misconceptions About the Second Coming Introduction: I heard this one country song by this man named John Connelly. John’s big hit was a song entitled “Rose Colored Glasses.” I have never looked through rose colored glasses, but I can only imagine how they might distort ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:35-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ