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  • Jon MacKinney avatar

    Is There A Time To Withdraw?

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jul 27, 2010
     | 3,976 views

    Jesus was faced with consistent resistance to His proclamation and revelation. Is there ever a time to withdraw?

    Passage: Matthew 12:15-21 Intro: Anyone familiar with war knows that soldiers talk about tactics and logistics. 1. there is not a lot of question about the purpose of war: It is to defeat the enemy. 2. and in order to do that, we put aside attitudes of compassion and kindness, and replace ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Dr. Craig Nelson avatar

    Does God Work In Mysterious Ways?

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Oct 25, 2024
    based on 4 ratings
     | 925 views

    One of the first things every Christian needs to learn about God is that He is incomprehensible, which means we are not capable of fully understanding Him.

    However, that does not mean He is mysterious because He has revealed Himself quite extensively in the Bible, nature, and especially in Jesus, who shows us a wonderful picture of what the Triune God is like, to the point that we can truly and intimately know Him well. I hear the phrase "God ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Victory In Jesus

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Mar 19, 2020
     | 10,116 views

    As Peter concluded this very practical letter that addressed the difficulties the church faced while seeking to encourage them to remain committed, he drew their focus back to the one who could provide all they needed regardless of the situation - the Lord Jesus Christ.

    Victory in Jesus 1 Peter 5: 6-11 We have considered much in our time moving through Peter’s first epistle. Being aware of their struggles, Peter addressed their need while challenging them to remain steadfast in spite of the opposition they faced. He knew the world was watching their lives, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Man Your Battle Stations

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 21, 2003
    based on 144 ratings
     | 12,625 views

    There are things we can do to overcome the opposition.

    INTRO.- ILL.- A Mr. Duffy said, “MY SON David enlisted in the Marine Corps and was sent to San Diego. At the base, he was greeted by a poster of a ferocious-looking drill sergeant, placed on a wall where no recruit could possibly miss it. “As the DI glared out of the picture, the caption read: ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • John Dobbs avatar

    Don't Be Surprised Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Nov 7, 2000
    based on 114 ratings
     | 7,457 views

    There is opposition on every journey of faith, and it seems impassable.

    DON’T BE SURPRISED! 1 Peter 4:12-19 Introduction: 1. There is opposition on every journey of faith. It is enough to cause many to become discouraged and quit. It is enough to give pause to everyone – is it worth it? It is enough to seem impassable. It is enough to be classified as a real ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Juan Lane avatar

    Let Them Talk

    Contributed by Juan Lane on Jun 9, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 12,335 views

    We sometimes have to let the opposition talk

    Let Them Talk Scripture Reference: II Samuel 16:5-10 One of David’s subjects did not recieve him: 5 And when king David came to Bahurim, behold, thence came out a man of the family of the house of Saul, whose name was Shimei, the son of Gera: he came forth, and cursed still as he came. 6 ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Hugh W. Davidson avatar

    Peter's Conflict With The Religious Leaders Series

    Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Jun 16, 2020
     | 3,893 views

    Any progress in the Christian life will face opposition

    Peter's conflict with the religious leaders Acts 4:1-22 1 And as they spake unto the people, the priests, and the captain of the temple, and the Sadducees, came upon them, 2 being grieved that they taught the people, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Pat Damiani avatar

    When Words Alone Aren't Enough Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 8, 2016
     | 7,209 views

    For those who are resistant to God’s Word consideration beats conversation

    ENGAGE/TENSION When it comes to being a witness for Jesus, which is more important - what you do or what you say? It seems that when Christians are asked that question they tend to come down on one side or the other. Some say that the best way to be a witness for Jesus is to just love other ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Gaines avatar

    When The Tempter Comes Series

    Contributed by John Gaines on Jan 30, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 8,965 views

    Jesus resists the devil’s temptation and shows us the way to deal with Satan.

    WHEN THE TEMPTER COMES INTRODUCTION 1. Matthew 4:1-10 (NKJV) Then Jesus was led up by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. {2} And when He had fasted forty days and forty nights, afterward He was hungry. {3} Now when the tempter came to Him, he said, "If You are the Son ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jeeva Sam avatar

    Short Cuts

    Contributed by Jeeva Sam on Mar 20, 2001
    based on 66 ratings
     | 6,285 views

    We can resist temptation by refusing to take short cuts

    I am told that one of the hottest shows on Television these days is called "Temptation Island." It is a ’reality’ show like "Survivor". Four unmarried couples, who are in long-term relationships, are taken to a Caribbean island for two weeks to test and explore the strength of their commitment. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Shane Brooks avatar

    Testings

    Contributed by Shane Brooks on Aug 2, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,859 views

    Faith is a muscle. Without resistance it can’t get stronger.

    Hebrews 11:8-12 THERE WILL BE TIME WHEN WE ARE TESTED James writes 1:2- Count it joy when you are tested,- knowing the trying that the trying of your faith produces perseverence. Like going to a gym The only way to build faith- Is resistance- IS A TEST You’re faith needs to be tested---- So you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rodney Coe avatar

    Battle Plan For Victory Series

    Contributed by Rodney Coe on Feb 19, 2015
     | 10,699 views

    We need a battle plan to submit to God and resist the devil.

    Battle Plan for Victory James 4:7-10 In 331 B.C. Alexander the Great was marching to take over the world. He had one more enemy to conquer in order to vanquish the mightiest kingdom of the day Persia. The Persian army was led by king Darius. Darius was a ruthless leader, just like Alexander. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Russ Adams avatar

    America The Good

    Contributed by Russ Adams on Jul 3, 2013
     | 3,296 views

    We must resist three temptations for America to remain good.

    America the Good Joshua 24:11-15 Joshua 24:11-15 11 “‘Then you crossed the Jordan and came to Jericho. The citizens of Jericho fought against you, as did also the Amorites, Perizzites, Canaanites, Hittites, Girgashites, Hivites and Jebusites, but I gave them into your hands. 12 I sent ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Jason Jones avatar

    An Invisible War Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 10, 2024
     | 628 views

    Paul commands us to “stand” or resist Satan’s deceptions.

    Background to passage: Paul commands us to “stand” or resist Satan’s deceptions. The military language means to hold a crucial position under attack. Because his goal is to get you to fall, here are some ways, Mac 9 ways. And this is not only an instruction to individuals, you have a responsibility ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Charles Whitmire avatar

    Lion Chasers - Facing Fears Series

    Contributed by Charles Whitmire on Jun 17, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,787 views

    This is my re-arrangement of Mark Batterson’s message from the Chase the Lion series.

    Lion Chaser - How do you chase after those things that most people run from? Can you believe that God wants you to do some amazing things...if only instead of running - you’ll take chase. We’ve been looking at a guy named Beniah who had some pretty amazing feats - most notably he chased a lion ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist