Sermons on Spiritual Conflict:

Sacrificial Service Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jun 16, 2007

The foundation of ministering under the anointing of the Holy Spirit is understanding how to exercise our Spiritual gifts through sacrificial love.

Turn your Bibles to 1 Corinthians 12:31b-13:7 Title: Sacrificial Service Theme: Influential Church Membership Series: Essentials for Church Growth Listen as I read 1 Corinthians 12:31b-13:7, “…And now I will show you the most excellent way. If I speak in the tongues of men and of angels, but ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Grace Can Do Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 8, 2011

The impact of God’s amazing grace: 1. Grace gives life to the lost (vs. 1-6) 2. Grace reveals God’s riches (vs. 4-7) 3. Grace gives God the glory He deserves (vs. 8-9) 4. Grace prepares us for God’s purpose (vs. 8-10)

What Grace Can Do Ephesians 2:1-10 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The Book of Ephesians McClendon Baptist Church - July 26, 2009 (Revised March 19, 2024) MESSAGE: *What's so special about Christianity? -- Years ago, some religious experts in England were debating this question, and they ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Remember Lot's Wife

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 21, 2025

In today’s world, many Christians are like Lot’s wife—divided in their commitment to God, longing for the pleasures of the world while trying to walk the path of righteousness. The story of Lot’s wife teaches us about the dangers of spiritual complacency, disobedience, and attachment to the past.

REMEMBER LOT'S WIFE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 17:32 "Remember Lot’s wife." Supporting Texts: Genesis 19:15-26, Matthew 24:37-39, Hebrews 10:38-39, Philippians 3:13-14, 2 Peter 2:6-9 INTRODUCTION The warning given by Jesus in Luke 17:32 is one of the shortest yet most ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:32, Genesis 19:15-26, Matthew 24:37-39, Hebrews 10:38-39, Philippians 3:13-14, 2 Peter 2:6-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Ready For Anything (Part 2: In The Heavenly Realm Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jun 24, 2024

To successfully navigate life, Christians must understand their relationship to the heavenly realm. This message examines the five passages in Ephesians where the phrase "in the heavenly places" is found and discusses what each one means to believers.

Intro As we approach a Presidential election, we all feel a degree of uncertainty about the future. The agendas of the two parties are very different and would take the whole nation on very different paths. What will be the outcome of the coming election? How will that affect each of us personally? ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18, Ephesians 1:3, Ephesians 1:20, Matthew 28:18, 1 Peter 1:12, Colossians 3:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Purpose Of The Gifts Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Aug 17, 2024

Message introduces a series examining the Gifts of the Spirit. In the first half, the series entitled Foundations for Worship is reviewed, teaching the relational nature of the gifts. In the second half, God's purpose for the gifts is explained.

Intro Today, we begin a series on the gifts of the Spirit. This is a challenging subject because the goal is not just more knowledge about the gifts but knowledge that releases us into the actual exercise of the gifts in our personal lives and in the corporate life of this church. “Be ye doers of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11, John 4:23-24, Matthew 5:23-24, Exodus 25:1-22, Luke 23:8, Acts 1:8, Mark 16:15-18, 1 Corinthians 14:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

The Gospel According To Bissell Or The Boom And Mop Christian Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Sep 24, 2023

A fun little sermon that shares how we can be a Broom and Mop Christian.

Life Lessons from Nature (Autumn series) The Gospel According to Bissell Broom and Mop Christianity This is a fun little sermon focusing on how one can be a Broom and Mop Christian. Scripture: Romans 12:2; Ezekiel 36:25; Psalm 51:10 INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2, Ezekiel 36:25, Psalm 51:10, Matthew 20:28, 1 Peter 4:10-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

One Thing Needful

Contributed by Andrew Schroer on Aug 5, 2001

With the story of Mary and Martha, God teaches us spiritual priorities.

About seventy years ago a fascinating interview took place between a Mr. Charles Schwab, then president of Bethlehem Steel Company, and Ivy Lee a motivational speaker and self-help advisor. Lee was a confident, aggressive man who through perseverance had acquired this interview with Schwab, one of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42, Isaiah 49:1-7

Denomination: Lutheran

The Walk Of Preparation Series

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Jul 4, 2003

The importance of believers to prepare their lives spiritually in order to be used by Christ.

THE FORWARD WALK – PART TWO “THE WALK OF PREPARATION” JOHN 13:1-11 - ©Larry L. Thompson (2003) INTRODUCTION: Last week we began the journey of the FORWARD WALK with Christ as He made His way to the Cross. The Forward Walk that culminates with the glorious celebration of Easter, the resurrection of ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

When Is It Right To Fight?

Contributed by William Noel on Apr 6, 2003

Biblical criteria for engaging the enemy (the devil) in spiritual warfare.

“When Is It Right To Fight?” Ephesians 6:12 Introduction · Sometimes when we hear bad news we think things can’t get any worse, until we hear the cure. · ILL: A woman took her husband to the doctor’s office. After his checkup, the doctor said, "Your husband is suffering from a very serious ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

Where Are Our Children?

Contributed by Ivan Casteel on Mar 14, 2004

To challenge each family to evaluate where the children are in the matter of spirituality.

PP2010 WHERE ARE OUR CHILDREN? Proverbs 30:11-14 INTRODUCTION: Do you know where your children are tonight? Do you know what they are doing? Do you know what their plans are for life? We live in an age when more children are attending Christian schools than ever before. In Florida more than ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 30:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

Growing People For Jesus

Contributed by Jeff Armbrester on Jul 9, 2002

This sermon casts the vision for a spiritually mature church and mature Christians.

We recently completed a series on Growing in Faith. If we are to grow in our faith, then we, the church, are to provide opportunities and an environment for people to grow. We are to be Growing People for Jesus. Growth is common metaphor used in the New Testament – 47 times. One thing is for ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Methodist

#2the Problem Of The Heart Is The Heart Of The Problem Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 18, 2002

We look in this 5 part series at spiritual heart problems.

#2 THE PROBLEM OF THE HEART IS THE HEART OF THE PROBLEM By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is part two of a five part series. TEXT: Prov. 4:23 .. Keep they heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life. 1 Tim. 6:5 Perverse disputings of men of corrupt minds, and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23, Jeremiah 17:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Get Out Of The Desert

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002

This sermon gives three steps to getting out of a spiritual desert.

I. Introduction a. In 874 BC Ahab became King over Israel. i. Ahab was evil. He allowed Baal Worship. b. There was a drought in the land. i. Showed that Yahweh was God and Not Baal ii. Elijah means Yahweh is my God c. Elijah was living by the brook of Cherith living on food brought by ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:8-16

Denomination: Baptist

Ready For Jesus The Messiah (Advent / Christmas)

Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Oct 18, 2000

Are we ready mentally and spiritually to celebrate Messiah’s arrival?

Ready For Jesus The Messiah (Advent / Christmas) (Luke 1:39-40) [HTML formatted version of this sermon is located at: http://members.aol.com/abidingitw/ready4jc.html] Luke 1:39-40 39 At that time Mary got ready and hurried to a town in the hill country of Judea, 40 where she entered ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-40

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Assisted Living But No Retirement Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

SPIRITUAL WARFARE DOES NOT ALLOW FOR RETIREMENT IN OUR OLD AGE

BIG IDEA: SPIRITUAL WARFARE DOES NOT ALLOW FOR RETIREMENT IN OUR OLD AGE INTRODUCTION: Retirement is not an option in the Christian life as we struggle against sin and against the enemies of our soul. We are called to persevere in the faith, and that requires active effort on our part. Despite ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 71:1-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible