Sermons on Spiritual Warfare:

Sandals Of Peace

Contributed by Dan Santiago on Aug 31, 2009

Christian peace always prevail in any spiritual battle.

SANDALS OF PEACE Ephesians 6.15 ILLUSTRATION PEACE IS THE BRIEF GLORIOUS MOMENT in history when everybody stands around reloading. —Lloyd Cory, Quote Unquote Ephesians 6.15 “and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace.” WHAT IS THE ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:15

Denomination: Baptist

Shield Of Faith

Contributed by Dan Santiago on Aug 31, 2009

Christian faith is a powerful protection against spiritual struggles.

SHIELD OF FAITH EPHESIANS 6.16 Ephesians 6:16 In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. 1. Belt of Truth 2. Breastplate of Righteousness 3. Shoes of Gospel of Peace Description of the Shield Shield ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:16

Denomination: Baptist

Helmet Of Salvation

Contributed by Dan Santiago on Aug 31, 2009

Christian salvation secures our standing before God and against the devil.

HELMET OF SALVATION Ephesians 6.17 Discuss the function of the helmet for a Roman Soldier. The Roman soldier helmet protects his skull and neck from his enemy’s weapon and from falling debris. Sometimes the soldier will put a sponge inside to serve as padding. In 6:17 Paul quoted ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:17

Denomination: Baptist

This Is War Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 13, 2009

Though we face a defeated foe, we will ensure our own defeat if we fail to respect his power. God has provided us with armour and weapons that give us victory, but we must train ourselves to use them--then, we must use them.

“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armour of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Raging Battle Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 19, 2009

In the battle that rages about us, many are taken captive. Many more are unawasre that we are at war. However, the Bible insists that we are engaged in war with a brutal enemy. Are we ready?

EPHESIANS 6:11 THE RAGING BATTLE “Put on the whole armour of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil.” If you seek a religion that will make you comfortable, Christianity is not for you. Despite the emphasis on peace and benefit that emanates from Christian pulpits, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:11

Denomination: Baptist

Strength For The Conflict Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 26, 2009

We are at war with spiritual wickedness. However, God has equipped us for victory. We need but draw on what He has already provided to be assured of victory.

“Take up the whole armour of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm.”[1] "If you don’t want trouble, don’t say anything, don’t do anything, don’t be anything.” This sage advice was offered by a man who frequently stood in the midst of battle. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:13

Denomination: Baptist

War Of The World Series

Contributed by Brian Harvison on Aug 1, 2008

Even though it is more effective, wisdom is not always heard And wise people often go unheeded

War of the World Ecclesiastes 9:13-18 Read Ecc. 9:13-18 Psalm 111:10 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom What does it mean to have wisdom? How does wisdom differ from knowledge? The fear of the Lord is the first step towards wisdom Let’s quickly look at how wisdom is mentioned ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Playground Or Battleground?”

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 30, 2015

Many Christians don’t realize they are living in a BATTLEGROUND; they think they live in a PLAYGROUND! We’re going to look at the 3 fold assault on the People of God and the 3 things Paul said to do to counteract it.

PLAYGROUND OR BATTLEGROUND? Eph. 6:10-13,18 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: WHO DO I SHOOT? 1. A new soldier was on sentry duty at the main gate. His orders were clear. No car was to enter unless it had a special sticker on the windshield. 2. A big Army car came up with a general seated in the back. The ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Join The Resistance! Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 1, 2017

Many of us have not served in the U.S. military; we have never been trained for combat. But, as believers in Jesus, we are at war and need to brush up on our skills.

Join the Resistance! (topical) 1. When a society becomes “post Christian,” all sorts of religious evil fill the void left behind. Even atheism is a religious position, for it assumes what cannot be proven. 2. Whether it is Islam, the Eastern Religion, New Age — and all sorts of occultism. 3. ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7, Ephesians 6:13-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Art Of War - Pt. 2 - Weapon Wisdom Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jul 2, 2017

Security systems. Car alarms. But are you still vulnerable? Defenseless? Feel like you are under attack? Are you dressed for battle? Let's learn the "Art of War!"

The Art of War Pt. 2 - Weapon Wisdom I. Introduction It was the autumn of 1944 and Germany had been beaten back behind its borders. The Nazi war machine was in tatters and repeated bombing raids by the Allies all but assured that Hitler’s forces would never rise again. Around the perimeter of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Preparing Our Heart And Mind (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 28, 2016

The struggles we face as we journey with the Lord are varied and many. None are more difficult that the battles that rage within our minds. If we are to overcome spiritually, we must learn to win this battle from a biblical approach.

Preparing our Heart and Mind (Part 1) Philippians 4: 4-9 As we walk this Christian journey, we face many challenges that we must overcome in order to obtain spiritual victory. While these challenges are many, coming from a variety of sources, none are greater than the battles we fight within our ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

Internal Battle

Contributed by Jose R. Hernandez on Apr 11, 2011

Today I want us to explore this internal battle that we all face on a daily basis, but most of all, so that we can discover what side we are feeding.

Someone sent me a reflection the other day that I would like to share with you. There was this ancient Indian that was teaching his grandson about life. Ht told the boy: there is a fierce battle being fought inside of me. And this battle is being fought inside of you and inside of every person ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:17-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Lessons Learned From The Battle Tested

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Nov 10, 2013

Learning from David about how to be successful in spiritual warefare.

Note: Based in part on a message by Pastor Brian Atwood 1. Introduction a. Today I would like to start by honoring each of our military veterans. So I would like for each of you to stand, tell us your branch of service, how long you served, and when you served. b. Next I would like to honor our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-14

Victory Over The Devil

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 10, 2013

Ours is a time when we have denied the existence of the devil, Satan. We need to see our world & surroundings with a sound biblical supernaturalism.

Victory Over the Devil: An Adventure into the World of Spiritual Warfare Message from Jack R. Taylor’s book of the same title (1973, Broadman Press; Nashville, TN) May 13, 2007 p.m. FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction A Ours is a time when we have denied the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8

Denomination: Baptist

Under Attack Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 12, 2012

part 2 in a series about our being at war with satan.

2 Corinthians 10:3-4 Under Attack June 3, 2012 Have you ever had anything stolen from you? Maybe it was money, or it was material possessions, it could have been a friend or family member. Or maybe you had something destroyed in a fire or tornado. Or possibly someone destroyed something you ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-4

Denomination: Baptist