Sermons on Resisting Socialism:

Deal With The Door.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jul 10, 2024

How do you deal with temptation? You resist it. Yes, that’s true but how? Deal with the door; Don't even go there!

Deal With The Door. James 1:12-15NLT How do you deal with temptation? You resist it. Yes, that’s true but how? James the half brother of Jesus, wrote the Epistle of James, he introduces himself not as the brother of Jesus or the leader of the church in Jerusalem for over 14 years, but as ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-15, Proverbs 5:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

In The Rearview Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Nov 24, 2023

Every story is a mixture of God’s pursuit of people, His ultimate goal of restoration, employing people to accomplish that goal, and humanities resistance nearly every step of the way.

November 25, 2023 This is the final sermon in our Bible Stories series. It is a journey that has taken 18 months. The very first story sets the theme for every other story. God created a perfect environment, free from sickness, death, conflict, war, divorce, murder, hatred ---- need I go ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Genesis 3:6-13, John 1:1-18

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Lord Wants To Help, Heal And Deliver Somebody!

Contributed by Bruce Hadley on Sep 9, 2019

Zech. 3:1-3 And he shewed me Joshua the high priest standing before the angel of the Lord, and Satan standing at his right hand to resist him.

The Lord wants to help, heal and deliver somebody! Zech. 3:1-3 And he shewed me Joshua the high priest standing before the angel of the Lord, and Satan standing at his right hand to resist him. 2 And the Lord said unto Satan, The Lord rebuke thee, O Satan; even the Lord that hath chosen Jerusalem ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 3:1-5, Hebrews 10:22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Open The Eyes Of My Heart, Lord Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 28, 2018

When people try to hinder your crying out to Jesus, do what Bartimaeus did: Resist them. Don't let them intimidate you into silence.

INTRODUCTION Our friend, Paul Baloche, who lived for many years in Lindale, Texas has written or co-written over 120 worship songs. Perhaps his most popular song is “Open the Eyes of my Heart, Lord” which I’ve borrowed his song title for this message. In the early 90’s, when Mike and I had only ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Baptist

Causes Of Delay And How To Stay Free

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 26, 2025

Delay can arise from satanic resistance, human error, or divine timing, but God has given us keys to stay free and walk in His perfect plan.

CAUSES OF DELAY AND HOW TO STAY FREE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Daniel 10:12-13; Habakkuk 2:3 Key Verse: “For the vision is yet for an appointed time, but at the end it shall speak, and not lie: though it tarry, wait for it; because it will surely come, it will not tarry.” (Habakkuk 2:3, ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 10:12-13, Habakkuk 2:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Cost Of Distraction PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 6, 2025

Stay focused on God’s calling, resisting distractions and lesser pursuits, so your life’s work aligns with what truly matters in God’s eyes.

Some weeks feel like a parade of interruptions. Phones ping, pressures pile, promises pull, and before long our attention drifts like a leaf on a windy day. You set out to do the thing God has put in your hand—raise a child, love your spouse, serve your neighbor, finish that assignment, shepherd ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:3

Topics: Great Work, Purpose, Focus

I-Give Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 18, 2009

The early church sold their lands to help the poor and needy amongst them. Were they setting the pattern for a communist commune? Were they socialists? Or was there something more basic going on here?

OPEN: The past two weeks we’ve been talking about iPods. Ever since Apple Computers began marketing these miniature music machines in 2001 they’ve been a popular item with both adults and kids alike. iPods have been marketed in various shapes and sizes and colors, and there are all kinds of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:15-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Trigger A Great Awakening

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 3, 2021

Ultimately the Holy Spirit is the only one who can trigger a great awakening in your area. Yet the Spirit is willing. God works through people. He asks "Who will go?" Who is willing to say: "Here I am Lord, send me!"

Ultimately the Holy Spirit is the only one who can trigger a great awakening in your area. Yet the Spirit is willing. God works through people. He asks "Who will go?" Who is willing to say: "Here I am Lord, send me!" That is the beginning. We become willing to be a vessel ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-21

Denomination: Salvation Army

David's Inaction (School Shooting)

Contributed by Daniel Park on May 18, 2018

This sermon was in response to the horrific shooting at the Marjory Stoneman Douglas HS in Parkland, FL. Lessons from David's inaction when...1. Tamar was raped by Amnon; 2. Absalom murdered Amnon; 3. Absalom was plotting to overthrow his throne.

As a father of 2 kids in school, I still cannot process what I saw on the news this week. This is no longer a story that happened to some stranger in a different state, as a parent of 2 kids entering that age where they will be attending our school system very soon, this story affected me this week ...read more

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Compromise? No, It’s Time To Stand Up!

Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 8, 2013

Like today, Daniel and his friends faced an onslaught of hedonistic culture attempting to overpower their faith and morals. They determined to resist the influence and God rewarded them by promoting them to the highest positions in Government. It's time f

COMPROMISE? NO, IT’S TIME TO STAND UP! Dan. 1:3-20 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. One hot summer day, a man was filling up his black pickup truck at the local gas station. He wasn't very careful, and he got gasoline all over his jacket's left sleeve. 2. He ignored it, and left the station after ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:3-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Christs Love And Agony - Our Temptation Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Mar 18, 2012

Pray that you will not fall into temptation. Jesus knew what was to come he told them pray!

Are you ever tempted aside from the tasks of work, house work, looking after the kids, doing your homework. Have you ever thought of doing something different from the norm, taking the day off to just relax, go bush a walk along the sea shore? I really like the story Jesus walking along the sea ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-46

Denomination: Salvation Army

I Don’t Know Why I Did It!

Contributed by James Kirkland on Feb 15, 2010

Sin does not take long to take over and destroy your life or your world.

Galatians 5:16-26 Scripture I Don’t Know Why I Did It! Romans 1: 25 They exchanged the truth of God for a lie, and worshiped and served created things rather than the Creator--who is forever praised. Amen. Disobedience, Envy, Ego was part of the first SINFUL moment. I group them together as ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-25

Denomination: Nazarene

Sunny Side Sermon Iv: Where You Reside Makes A Big Difference Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jul 1, 2020

In our fallen world, Christians are "in the world" but supposed to be not of the world, yet more and more disciples seem to be "border-line" and therefore need to be reminded that living "in Christ" ought to make a real difference.

WHERE YOU RESIDE MAKES ALL THE DIFFERENCE IN THE WORLD SPIRITUALLY Where do you reside . . . How many residences do you claim . . . Where do you live geographically? Where do you live psychologically? A lady asked me this week to recommend a vitamin that can work ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:4-6

Jesus: The Solution To Temptation Series

Contributed by William Jones on Jun 15, 2017

The conclusion to series of Biblical Characters that faced temptation. This is a brief look at how Jesus faced in the wilderness, in essence, the same temptations that Adam and eve faced in the Garden of Eden. We explore how Jesus defeated the tempter!

Hello and welcome back this morning to Church 360. I heard that the Ladies had a great time yesterday at the Brunch. Glad that you all had that time of fellowship together. Thanks to all the hands that put everything together for that event! Today we are going to take another look at the topic ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11, Hebrews 4:15-16, 1 Corinthians 10:13, 2 Timothy 2:15

Denomination: Baptist

Breaking Free From Sin

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jun 25, 2017

God through the Apostle Paul gives us an outline for breaking free from sin: 1) Remember who we are (dead to sin, alive in Christ), 2) Say no to temptation, and 3) Say yes to God. Dead people don't sin! With God's help, we can obey rather than sin.

Breaking Free from Sin - Romans 6:1-13 “Dear God, you’re really going to be proud of me! I haven't gossiped, lusted, or lost my temper today. I haven't been greedy, grumpy, nasty, selfish, or overindulgent. I'm very happy about that! But in a few minutes, I'm going to get out of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-13, 2 Corinthians 5:14, Matthew 12:43-45, Galatians 5:16, Philippians 4:8, James 4:7, 2 Corinthians 5:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist