Sermons on Resist The Flesh:

Obligated To Our Father Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jul 29, 2019

Romans 8:12-17

STRAIGHT FROM ROMANS 8 - Obligated to Our Father May 22, 2022 Romans 8:12-17 Introduction: Have any of you here this morning had to appear as a witness in a court case? I have. When I was 26 years old I had to testify that one of the young men who was being put into a drug ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:12-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Joshua's Final Words, Part 2 (Joshua 24:1-33) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 29, 2022

Joshua calls them to make a deliberate choice-- for Yahweh, or other elohim. And he warns them, they will fail, and God's wrath will come. That said, he and his family will serve Yahweh.

Last week, in Joshua 23, we read what we thought were Joshua's last words. They were, really. Just, it was only first half of his farewell. And the focus of those words was on the warning. As a reminder, I'm going to reread verses 14-16: 14 “And now I am about to go the way of all the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:1-33, Galatians 5:16, Jeremiah 31:31-34, Ezekiel 36:22-32

In Christ Alone - Philippians 3:3b-8 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Feb 3, 2022

The true people of God are those who serve God by means of the Holy Spirit (living the Christian life by exposing ourselves to the Spirit’s influence and cooperating with what he does) and who glory in Christ alone, rather than putting any confidence in the flesh.

The true people of God are those who serve God by means of the Holy Spirit (living the Christian life by exposing ourselves to the Spirit’s influence and cooperating with what he does) and who glory in (rely on, hope in, rejoice in, count on, run after, regard as supremely important) Christ alone, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:3-8

We Are Spirit Beings

Contributed by Gbemisola Fafowora on Oct 18, 2020

Man is a Spirit, who as a soul and lives in a body.

On the day that God created man, He created us in His own image and likeness - Genesis 1:26 - 27. And after creating us, He gave us His breath - Genesis 2:7, the breath of life. And we became a living being, complete in body and spirit. After He gave us His breath, He gave us power over every ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:19, Romans 8:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Is Death? Series

Contributed by Grant Adams on Mar 30, 2020

There is much interest today when it comes to the subject of death. People want to know about themselves, about loved ones. They want guarantees.

1. Death is something all men face a. Hebrews 9:27 b. Ecclesiastes 9:5 c. Ecclesiastes 8:8 2. Death is not to be feared. Revelation 1:17-18 a. Jesus conquered death. Hebrews 2:14-15 b. Jesus has changed death. 1 Thessalonians 4:14-15 c. Jesus controls death 3. In studying death, stay with the bible ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:27, Ecclesiastes 9:5, 1 Thessalonians 4:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Legalism Or Faith

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 22, 2023

Do we rely on things of the flesh like circumcision, rest days, tongues, wealth and health? Do we rely on Christ?

Did Paul use strong terms for those who promoted a variety of legalism? So then, my brothers and sisters, be glad in the Lord. It’s no trouble for me to repeat the same things to you because they will help keep you on track. Watch out for the “dogs.” Watch out for people who do evil things. Watch ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Is That Really What I'm Supposed To Preach?

Contributed by Michael Blitz on Dec 24, 2023

This Sunday we look at Isaiah 40, and the incredibly uncomfortable message of "Comfort" the preacher is given to preach.

Good Morning. Our lesson from Isaiah is painful to me in the sense that it reminds me I am getting old. I’m gonna tell you a secret this morning that no one knows but you listening. I used to fear preaching from Isaiah. I remember complaining to Bishop David. Now I enjoy it. Mostly, I prefer ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1, Isaiah 40:6-8

Denomination: Anglican

One Thing Is Needed

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Feb 28, 2023

The account of Mary and Martha reminds us that only one thing is needed. We face so many distractions. There really is only one Attraction.

“ONE THING IS NEEDED” (Outline) February 12, 2023 – Epiphany 6 – LUKE 10:38-42 INTRO: “ONE THING IS NEEDED”. The Bible has examples of those who knew the importance of holding fast to God’s Word. Mary, mother of Jesus, gave birth to her son. Shepherds come to see the Savior. They spoke with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Lutheran

Looking Forward To The Reward Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 23, 2023

This flesh of ours, when given the choice of visiting a prayer chapel or going to a wild party, pushes us to choose the party.

Fifth Sunday of Lent 2023 It’s very easy for us to be so taken with today’s Gospel that we push aside the short Epistle taken from St. Paul’s letter to the Church at Rome. So let’s look at what he is telling this relatively young community of Jews and Gentiles who have believed in the Gospel of ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:12-14, Psalm 130:1-8, Romans 8:8-11, John 11:1-45

Denomination: Catholic

Ouch! That Hurts!

Contributed by James May on Nov 12, 2003

This sermon deals with Paul’s thorn in the flesh. We all have our thorn in the flesh. How will we react to the pain?

OUCH! THAT HURTS! 2 Corinthians 12:7-10, "And lest I should be exalted above measure through the abundance of the revelations, there was given to me a thorn in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I should be exalted above measure. For this thing I besought the Lord thrice, that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10, 1 Corinthians 10:13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Slamming The Door In The Devil's Face

Contributed by John Daniel Johnson on Jun 2, 2019

We are going to examine the THREE steps how we can slam the door in the face of the devil, while opening it wide for Christ. So, how can we slam the door shut in the face of the enemy?

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Scripture: Genesis 4:1-8, James 4:7-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Right Eye

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Aug 2, 2002

There is tremendous pressure today to make a covenant with the flesh, and live according to the flesh while calling it a spiritual life.

Nahash= (Serpent from it’s hiss) Ammonite= (To dim to darken) Came up = To excel, to go up and over (used of boundry) We can become used to the devil in certain areas, and learn to co-exist agreeably, Reminds me of King Ahab. IKing 20:2-4 Thus saith Ben-ha’dad, Thy silver and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 11:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Don’t Look Don’t Touch

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jul 5, 2024

If you window shop, it will be harder to resist an offer you should refuse.

Mat 5:27  Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not commit adultery:  8  But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart.  In this case, grace is more strict than the Law. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-28, Romans 8:12-13, Romans 8:2, Romans 7:7-25

Denomination: Baptist

Warning About Deliberate Sin Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Apr 28, 2009

This speaks to all about the consequences of willful sin.

Code Yellow Alert Warning about Deliberate Sin Hebrews 10:19-31 * One of the things which was drilled into me when I was in the “Primary” department in Sunday school (remember that department?) was that I was a sinner. In fact, we all were taught weekly that because of our sin nature we sinned ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-31, Hebrews 10:19

Denomination: Baptist

Speaking Truth And Confronting Sinners In Christian Life Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 6, 2025

As believers, we are not immune to the temptations and desires of the flesh.

As believers, we are not immune to the temptations and desires of the flesh. However, those who are born of God and controlled by the Holy Spirit are empowered to overcome sinful desires and live a godly lifestyle. To rebuke those who sin, one should ideally be holy and have a strong moral ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-27, 2 Timothy 3:5