Sermons on Satan Influence:

God's Goals Vs Satan's Goals

Contributed by David Wilson on Sep 16, 2013

This sermon is a contrast between God's goals for the believer and the church and Satan's goals for individuals. God wants to make us like Christ, Satan wants to slowly destroy us.

The Two Goals of the Church: 1) Reach people for Christ. 2) Grow people in Christ. Biblical basis: Matthew 28:18-20 (called the Great Commission) God's goal for You: To work in all things for our good in order to conform us to the image of his Son, Jesus Christ, Biblical basis: Romans ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

The So-Called "Satanic" Verses, And Conclusion. Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Aug 31, 2015

Muhammad in the Koran, a strange explanation of some missing verses, final suras, and my conclusions from this study.

Lesson 35, How to Treat Muhammad, and "Satanic" Verses Today, suras 49-60 Beginning with this lesson, I will dispense with giving you the name of each sura, unless it is truly remarkable. Be assured that every sura is named for a particular reason, even if obscure to us. Sura 49 commences ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Devastating Impact Of Satanic Evil Marriages. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 3, 2024

we need to be extra careful to whom we marry.

Marriage is a sacred institution, meant to be a union of love, trust, and mutual support. However, when a satanic evil person enters this sacred bond, it can bring destruction and chaos, stealing away peace, happiness, and even our very life. We'll explore the devastating impact of satanic evil ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 54:17, 1 Peter 5:8

Satan Targets The Spiritually Weakest In Families Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 19, 2025

Scripture reveals that Satan often targets the spiritually weakest member in our families to launch attacks.

In 1 Peter 5:8, we're warned that our adversary, the devil, prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking to devour. Scripture reveals that Satan often targets the spiritually weakest member in our families to launch attacks. Vulnerability in the Family Matthew 12:25 reminds us that a house ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:25

Christian Challenge Sermon Ii: A Positive Christian Influence Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jul 15, 2020

In times like these, mature Christians accept their role as "the salt of the earth" by influencing and challenging folks to want to be like them and thereby come to know Him whom to experience real joy, peace and happiness.

POSITIVE CHRISTIAN INFLUENCE MAKES A DIFFERENCE At his funeral service, Dean Smith the legendary basketball coach of the University of North Carolina for thirty-six years was eulogized as “more than a coach” by players including greats like Michael ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Understanding A Variety Of Motivational Controls: Power, Influence, Force,

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 25, 2001

Understanding a Variety of Motivational Controls: Power, Influence, Force, and Authority - John 20:21

Understanding a Variety of Motivational Controls: Power, Influence, Force, and Authority - John 20:21 The following four motivational factors; power, force, influence, and authority are to be seen from their sources in the Lord, the scriptures, the Holy Spirit, and the will of God. When the ...read more

Scripture: John 20:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Satan Used Judas To Try And Hurt The Work Of God

Contributed by Lay Man on May 29, 2015

Then Satan entered Judas, called Iscariot, one of the Twelve. - Luke 22:3 This short passage of Scripture is full of irony and also should put the fear of the Lord in our hearts. Judas was one of the twelve Apostles our Lord choose through prayer and f ..

Then Satan entered Judas, called Iscariot, one of the Twelve. - Luke 22:3 This short passage of Scripture is full of irony and also should put the fear of the Lord in our hearts. Judas was one of the twelve Apostles our Lord choose through prayer and fasting all night. It was a serious decision ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Ye Loosed!

Contributed by Steve Smith on Jun 21, 2008

Seeing one who was suffering from Satan’s trickery, Jesus reminded us that we do not have to ’live in bondage’ but can ’be set free’!

INTRODUCTION After our Deacon’s Mtg, and on the way home, I began to think about our Prayer Time and discussion The Lord over the rest of the night began to really tug and speak to my heart. In fact, this message has been being formed all throughout the week It speaks to us as individuals It ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-16

Denomination: Baptist

Our Arsenal - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Jan 21, 2004

The 3rd message in a series on spiritual warfare focusing on our arsenal for battle.

The Battle is the Lord Our Arsenal – Part 1 Intro: A reporter interviewed a man on his 100th birthday. “What are you most proud of?” The man said, “I don’t have an enemy in the world.” “What a beautiful thought! How inspirational! Tell me how you have achieved such a feat?” The man ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-17, 2 Timothy 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Blinded Minds

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on May 14, 2012

The devil uses everything he can to blind our minds. This message deals with some of the things that he will work with.

2 Corinthians 4:1-6 KJV Therefore seeing we have this ministry, as we have received mercy, we faint not; [2] But have renounced the hidden things of dishonesty, not walking in craftiness, nor handling the word of God deceitfully; but by manifestation of the truth commending ourselves to every ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who Is My Enemy?

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 5, 2013

The devil, and the whole armor of God. Link inc. to formatted text, audio.

Who is My Enemy? Ephesians 6:10-18 Complete sermon at: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/myenemy.html We move now from Walking in Unity, Purity, and Harmony to Walking in Victory. The Christian life is not a playground, it's a battleground. It's not a frolic, it's a fight, the good fight! It's not ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Enemy Is Among Us

Contributed by Cedric Portis on Feb 5, 2002

The antichrist has not come yet, but his spirit has been actively working in the world through false teachers.

The Enemy is Among Us John I 2:18 Little children, it is the last time: and as ye have heard that antichrist shall come, even now are there many antichrists; whereby we know that it is the last time. John I 2:19 They went out from us, but they were not of us; for if they had ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Overcoming Temptation: Jesus’ Example In Resisting Satan Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Jul 16, 2025

Jesus didn’t just defeat temptation for Himself — He demonstrated how you can walk in victory. Armed with the Word. Filled with the Spirit. Anchored in your God-given identity. Temptation is inevitable — but defeat is not.

Overcoming Temptation: Jesus’ Example in Resisting Satan June 8, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Matthew 4:1-11 We’ve spent the last several months pulling back the veil on the enemy’s tactics — exposing his schemes, his snares, and his shadow games. Let’s be real: Satan is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Brethren

How Can Our Sermons Have Greater Influence

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Why do you suppose that so many sermons fail to produce lasting changes in the lives of some people? Among the many answers to that question could be the fact that our preaching fails to contain the essential ingredients of the messages preached by the f

Why do you suppose that so many sermons fail to produce lasting changes in the lives of some people? Among the many answers to that question could be the fact that our preaching fails to contain the essential ingredients of the messages preached by the first century apostles. Notice in this ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:11-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Seven Spheres Of Influence Series (Arts, Entertainment And Media ) Series

Contributed by Steve Greene on Dec 27, 2008

This is the fourth in the series on how the church and Christians are to be involved in shaping American culture.

Seven Spheres of Influence Series (Arts, Entertainment and Media ) Connecting to our Culture The Great Commission … Matthew 28:19-20 (NLT) 19 Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. 20 Teach these new ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:22-23

Denomination: Nazarene