Sermons on Schemes Of Satan:

Sheep In Wolves Clothing

Contributed by Ronnie Knight on Nov 24, 2006

God has called us to carry the light in the darkness of this world. He has called us to be change agents. He wants us to shine His light so that men can see and be changed. The question is how do we consistently do this thing that God has called us to do?

Sermon Series: Sermon: “Sheep In Wolves Clothing” Scripture: Matthew 5.14-16 Introduction: Do you guys remember the cartoon with Wiley Coyote and Ralph the sheep dog. I use to love that cartoon. Every morning Ralph and Wiley would meet at the time clock which was mounted on a tree. As they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

Guarded By Truth Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 9, 2009

Truth is both objective and personal; it stands alone, but when embraced becomes transformational in a person’s life.

Guarded by Truth Ephesians 6:10-14 10 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. 11 Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. 12 For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Going Into Battle Series

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Sep 16, 2018

The spiritual world is real. Evil battles good. We need to go into battle only in God's power. And Paul uses armor to describe entering into fervent prayer.

Going into Battle Ephesians 6:10-18 Sometimes Veterans will ask me, “If there is a God, how could he allow such evil to happen in the world? Why doesn’t he do something about it? Does he not care? Is he not strong enough?” I assure them that God does care and that he is strong enough. And that he ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18, Genesis 4:7, Acts 19:15-16, 1 John 4:4, Psalm 139:23-24, John 14:6, James 4:3, Hebrews 4:12, Mark 11:24, 1 Timothy 2:1-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Making Sure To Put On Every Piece Of Armor

Contributed by Doug Koehler on Aug 28, 2009

It is easy to skip over God’s instruction trusting in past encounters with God. However, the Lord wants us to daily be prepared so that we can stand against the devil and his cunning.

An Astronaut is ready for the first time to walk in space. He has spent countless hours in simulations. He has already taken off from earth and is now in outer space. He has his space suit on and so he is protected from head to toe against the deathly cold of space. This astronaut seems to be as ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Fear And Faith Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Oct 10, 2013

Suffering, Fearing God, Trust

Job 1:1-3 (p. 350) October 13, 2013 Introduction: From the beginning of time there has been a philosophy that people believe...and it genuinely affects their relationship with God....Sometimes causing them to reject God altogether Here it is: “God things come to good ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Standing In The Gap Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 4, 2016

The first 3 chapters of Revelation have often been seen as separate from the rest of the book. But that doesn't make any sense. Why would Jesus spend 3 chapters on local churches who were not part of the rest of the story?

OPEN: This morning I’m going to teach you a little about something that’s called “Hermeneutics”. Hermeneutics is the description of how to read and understand your Bible. When I was in Bible College I had a professor who told us that whenever the Bible had a lot to say on a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Strong In The Lord" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Feb 21, 2004

Paul calls us to stand in the Lord’s strength; but we’re not just observers either (#14 in The Christian Victor series)

“Finally be strong in the Lord, and in the strength of His might. Put on the full armor of God, that you may be able to stand firm against the schemes of the devil.” Paul’s letter to the Ephesians is clearly divided into three main subjects. The divisions are so distinct, that most commentators ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-11

Denomination: Orthodox

The Clever Couple Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 17, 2021

There are few, if any, who become key links in the plan of God who are not in some way clever, and this goes for both Ruth and Boaz.

A young couple who had just gotten married, and who had received many valuable wedding gifts, established their home in the suburb. One morning they received in the mail two tickets for a popular show in the city. A note said, "Guess who?" The couple were amused as they tried to ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:1-4, Ruth 4:1-10

The Clever Couple Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 4, 2021

Cleverness is the ability to skillfully work your way through complex circumstances to a goal that is your aim to reach. Godly cleverness is aiming for a goal that is pleasing to God. Boaz was blessed with godly cleverness. This is a virtue that has changed the entire world in which we live.

A young couple who had just gotten married, and who had received many valuable wedding gifts, established their home in the suburb. One morning they received in the mail two tickets for a popular show in the city. A note said, "Guess who?" The couple were amused as they tried to find ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-10

How Will You Finish?

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Oct 13, 2018

When we accept Jesus as Lord there is an excitement. We want to save the world. But over time the world beats so many of us into silence. This message is about how the Apostle Paul refused to let circumstances keep him from finishing his race.

The book of Philippians – The Back Story Roman Prison: The Tullianum (Keep) When we read scripture sometimes knowing the circumstances from which they were written can paint what we read in a totally different light. Paul’s letter to the Philippians is an excellent example of this. It’s common ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:21, Philippians 1:14-16, 2 Corinthians 12:7-10, Philippians 1:21, Psalm 18:1-2, Philippians 1:27-29, Philippians 2:14-16, Philippians 4:19, 2 Timothy 4:6-8, Philippians 3:7-8, Philippians 3:13-16, Philippians 4:1, Philippians 4:4, Philippians 4:6-8, Philippians 4:9-13, Psalm 9:1-2, Philippians 3:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Rights And Wrongs Of Christmas – Part 1 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Dec 5, 2025

In a two Part series, we will look at the RIGHTS and WRONGS of Christmas, and in Part 1 we begin with the WRONGS. Some topics – Date of Christmas, Commercialization of Christmas, Santa Claus, Gluttony and drunkenness, Carols and songs, candles, and more beside.

THE RIGHTS AND WRONGS OF CHRISTMAS – PART 1 [A]. INTRODUCTION I have decided to do a more thorough examination of this whole idea of Christmas, paying closer attention to what I think are the rights and wrongs of Christmas. As I mapped this out I found more wrongs than rights. This subject ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:12, 1 Corinthians 6:10, Matthew 11:19, Luke 2:7, 2 Corinthians 8:9, Jeremiah 6:13, Jeremiah 6:12, Jeremiah 10:3-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The God Who Delivers From The Snare Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 8, 2025

God is the ultimate Deliverer who sees every trap, breaks every chain, and preserves His people from the snares of the enemy.

THE GOD WHO DELIVERS FROM THE SNARE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 124:7 – "Our soul is escaped as a bird out of the snare of the fowlers: the snare is broken, and we are escaped." Supporting Texts: Psalm 91:3, Proverbs 29:25, Jeremiah 5:26, Daniel 6:22, Acts ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 124:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Spirit Of Discouragement Series

Contributed by Scott Gipson on Nov 15, 2000

How to fight the spirit of discouragement.

THE DEVIL’S GOTTA DEADLINE! (A SPIRIT OF DISCOURAGEMENT) 2 COR 2:11 JEREMIAH 20:11-17 INTRODUCTION: LAST WEEK, BEGAN TO LOOK AT THE WRATH OF THE DEVIL AND WHAT IT MEANS TO GOD’S CHILDREN. A). REV 12:12 – “ THE DEVIL HAS A GREAT WRATH AND HIS ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:11, Jeremiah 20:11-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Worship God Only

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jan 26, 2004

In the third temptation recorded by Matthew, Jesus was tempted toward idolatry and compromise.

Worship God Only Matt. 4:10 INTRO.: the third temptation of Jesus recorded by Matthew involved an attempt by Satan to solicit the worship of Jesus. This seems like the most blatant of all temptations. The seduction to idolatry. The one thing God hates most is idolatry. Repeatedly, He affirms ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Pathway To Victorious Praise Series

Contributed by Michael Jakes on Jan 4, 2013

In spite of circumsances,we must battle through and praise God

The Pathway To Victorious Praise pt.4 in the sermon series ’Lessons From Macedonia’ Acts 16:22-26 In spite of circumstances, we are commanded to praise God.The enemy will do all he can to stop us but we must battle through. 1.The enemy will use: a.Intimidation ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:22-26

Denomination: Pentecostal