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  • How To Tame Temptation

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 22, 2016
     | 6,906 views

    Some things we need to know about temptation (Title and Material adapted from Alan Carr at: http://www.sermonnotebook.org/new%20testament/temptation.htm)

    HoHum: Mark Twain said, “I can resist everything except temptation.” WBTU: Salvation is not a barrier to temptation! On the contrary, Satan is more likely to attack the Christian that the unbeliever. After all, he already has the lost person! He loves nothing better than causing ...read more

  • Aaa Service

    Contributed by Bob Aubuchon on Apr 2, 2001
    based on 94 ratings
     | 5,904 views

    When opposition comes call upon the AAA service of God.

    By: R. AuBuchon Jr. In the past few weeks we have been encouraged to live and work together as the body of Christ. I want to continue in that thought for a few more messages to come. In Nehemiah chapter 2 & 3 we find the people working together. God was doing a great work in their midst. The ...read more

  • Conquer Your Lust

    Contributed by Dan Santiago on Aug 31, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,487 views

    Christians should avoid any lustful desire to an opposite gender.

    CONQUER YOUR LUST Matthew 5:27-30 Read the Matthew 5:27-30. BIG IDEA – Christians should avoid any lustful desire to an opposite gender. Why should Christian avoid lustful desire to an opposite gender? 1. Christians should avoid lustful desire to an opposite gender because it is an ...read more

  • Beware Of The Yeast

    Contributed by Bill Butsko on Oct 30, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 10,183 views

    The leaven of the Pharisees and Sadducees was in direct opposition to the unleavened "Bread of Life".

    Text: “Be careful,” Jesus said to them. “Be on your guard against the yeast of the Pharisees and Sadducees” (Matthew 16:6) NIV. Another word used in the place of “yeast” is the word “leaven”. Yeast is used in baking and causes the dough to rise or “puff up”. Yeast is really a living organism ...read more

  • Father Knows Best

    Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Aug 26, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,062 views

    There are two spirits in opposition to one another. The Spirit of God is better.

    Outline: Introduction - Rachel teaching Jonathan - We are “mature”; our instinct is to “do God one better.” But as children redeemed by the spirit, we really should know better. Our Father created us, knows what we are created for, and desires to grow us in conformity to him. Our challenge is to ...read more

  • Jailhouse Rock Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 11, 2018
     | 8,440 views

    Just as God prevails despite opposition, so does the Gospel.

    Jailhouse Rock (Acts 16:16-34) [note: this title is not original -- have seen several sermons on this text with this title] 1. Late one night, a burglar broke into a house he thought was empty. He tiptoed through the living room but suddenly he froze in his tracks when he heard a loud raspy ...read more

  • To Be First Be Last Series

    Contributed by T D on Dec 31, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,048 views

    Living for Christ means living opposite of what the world says.

    Series: It’s Backwards To Be First Be Last Mark 9:33-35 How much of our life do we spending waiting? The doctor’s office, the store, the stoplight – there are hundreds of places we have to wait each day. There is probably a guy out there who has studied the amount of time ...read more

  • Prison Break

    Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Jul 13, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,475 views

    This message shows how the church advances in the face of spiritual opposition.

    Title: “Prison Break” Text: Acts 12:1-10 Big idea: “Jesus has promised to build his church!” (so the word of God spread...12:24) Complement: to show God’s power and continued care for Jewish Christianity. Acts 12:1 It was about this time that King Herod arrested some who belonged to the church, ...read more

  • Putting First Things First

    Contributed by Allan Kircher on Nov 25, 2013
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,457 views

    Where is the “moral paralysis in your own life? • What is God calling you to do that you are resisting right now? • Do you see where your resistance is hurting yourself?

    Pastor Allan Kircher Shell Point Baptist Church Sermon: Putting First Things First Oct 27th, 2013 Scriptures: Haggai 1:2-9 Intro: The book of Haggai: • Second shortest/OT • Right after/Zephaniah…just before Zechariah. • Doesn’t help much! Can’t find ...read more

  • God's Love Has Content!

    Contributed by Gregory Fisher on Feb 20, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,205 views

    Our society values inclusiveness and acceptance. But sometimes the Bible presents us with a God that divides and separates. James 4:1=12 seems to be one of these passages. Or, is it?

    In our society one of the worst things that can be said of us is, “They are so divisive”. Our society is all about inclusiveness. We are all about acceptance; all about respecting differences; all about making room for all. That is what makes preaching from James 4:1-12 difficult. It is so ...read more

  • Going Forth In The Name Of God

    Contributed by Dr. Ronnie Grizzle on Jun 9, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,431 views

    This message challenges Christians in the face of opposition to go forth in the Name of the Lord. The church when moving forward will always face opposition and the church should go forth in the Name of the Lord.

    Going Forth in the Name of God 1 Samuel 17.45 David was a very young man, but he had faith and courage to go forth in the name of the Lord. Trusting not in the weapons of war, but trusting in God. Why don’t Christians today go forth in the name of God? Why don’t Christians really and truly ...read more

  • Noah PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 11, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,009 views

    To encourage believers to emulate Noah's complete obedience to God, even in the face of worldly opposition.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're diving into the deep waters of Genesis 6:22, where we witness Noah's faithful obedience, God's unfailing guidance, and the challenge of living in an unbelieving world. Opening Scripture Reading – The Scripture reads, "Noah did everything just as God ...read more

  • How To Kill A Giant: Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Timothy Brown on Jul 2, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,068 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to equip persons with biblical strategies and principals when facing giants or opposition in life.

    “Facing Giants” I Samuel 17:47-51 How to Kill a Giant or A Giant Killer (Use a Can of Raid) Introduction: Giants. We must face them. Yet, we need not face them alone. Max Lucado’s book, Facing Giants, takes a profound look at the life of David and digs deeply into the defeats he suffered, and ...read more

  • Light And Darkness Cannot Mix

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 22, 2025
     | 441 views

    The Christian life is a call to separation. It is not a call to isolation from the world, but a call to distinction in character, conduct, and conviction.

    LIGHT AND DARKNESS CANNOT MIX – Living a Separated Life unto God By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Corinthians 6:14-18 Supporting Texts: Ephesians 5:8-11; John 8:12; Romans 12:1-2; 1 Peter 2:9-10; James 4:4 OPENING PRAYER Heavenly Father, We thank You for this precious moment in Your ...read more

  • Challenges That A Christian Home May Face Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 9, 2025
     | 176 views

    A Christian home must stand firm on Christ as its foundation to overcome pressures, preserve godliness, and shine as a light in a dark world.

    CHALLENGES THAT A CHRISTIAN HOME MAY FACE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joshua 24:15 Key Verse: “But as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.” (Joshua 24:15b) Supporting Texts: Romans 12:2, Proverbs 22:6, Ephesians 5:21–33, 2 Timothy 3:12 INTRODUCTION: The Christian home is the ...read more