Sermons on strategies: showing 256-270 of 5,725

Overcoming Sexual Temptation Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Apr 24, 2013

Joseph is young and good looking, yet he overcame a serious sexual temptation. We can develop our strategy for victory by examining Joseph's response.

When I first studied Genesis 39 and the story of Joseph and Potophar’s wife, I thought initially that I would “tone down” the sexual content of this chapter. The story provided in this passage details Joseph’s vivid encounter with a seductive woman, and his victory as he ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Sense Of Belonging Series

Contributed by Bryan Fink on Feb 18, 2012

To lay out the vision and strategies for becoming a church where everyone belongs to a small group that loves them and will help them grow in their love for God and others.

I was watching a show the other night with my kids called the Suite Life of Zack and Cody. Part of the episode was a re-enactment of The Wizard of Oz story line. Dorothy’s house had landed on the wicked Witch of the West and Dorothy had started on her journey to Oz along the yellow brick ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Methodist

On Track & Moving Forward Series

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Jan 20, 2018

Forgetting about our past and moving forward in our walk with Christ. We also look at tools and strategies the devil uses in order for us to stumble

Last week we talked about getting back on track and what we needed to do in order to accomplish that. To get back on track we needed to; 1. Look back and see where we got off track, or veered off course. 2. Alter our course appropriately 3. Commit to moving forward by strengthening our walk ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Invitation To Change

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jul 13, 2021

Change is difficult because we focus on the negative aspects of the change. We follow a wrong strategy. Yet Jesus offers each of us an invitation to change!

Sir Isaac Newton’s “First Law of Motion” states “Everything continues in a state of rest unless it is compelled to change by forces impressed upon it!” I think we all recognize within ourselves the need for change. Yet we also recognized that the change we need is often hard to achieve. Change is ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-9, John 5:14

Denomination: Methodist

Be Still Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 18, 2024

This is a training course in intercessory prayer. It is a prayer strategy based on 12 Biblical Steps of Intercession. This intercessory prayer time is to be divided into two parts: INTIMACY and then INTERCESSION.

series: Intercessory Prayer Training Topic: Intimacy with God Twelve Biblical Steps to Intercession This is a training course in intercessory prayer. It is a prayer strategy based on 12 Biblical Steps of Intercession. This intercessory prayer time is to be divided into two parts: INTIMACY and ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 11:32

Fix The Fight PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 9, 2023

Explore the concept of spiritual warfare, emphasizing that our struggle is not against physical entities but spiritual forces, and seeks to equip the congregation with understanding and strategies to navigate this spiritual battle.

Good morning, Church Family! I hope you’ve come ready to dive into God’s word because we have a timely and necessary topic to unpack today. We’re going to be talking about something that affects every single one of us, whether we recognize it or not: Spiritual Warfare. A.W. Tozer once said, "We are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12

Topics: Warfare

King David Achieves Victory Over Five Surrounding Nations Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jul 10, 2023

A problem remains, the nation of Israel remains surrounded by enemy kingdoms. To the west are the Philistines. To the south is Edom. To the east you have Ammon, Moab, and the Arameans.

God has brought David from shepherding sheep as a boy, to shepherding a nation, as king of Israel. He’s spoken to David through the prophet, promising to be with him. David answered with praise, saying, "Who am I that you should do such great things for me?" But a problem remains, the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 8:1-6

Denomination: Salvation Army

Catastrophic Choices

Contributed by Scotty Killingsworth on Feb 13, 2003

In essence Dr. Luke says, anything we use as an eternal strategy that is outside of the shed blood of Jesus is a tragic mistake and will cause us to be in peril of eternal death.

This sermon was preached by Scotty L Killingsworth to the congregation of Evergreen Church on Sunday morning February,16 2003 Catastrophic Choices series part one Luke 12 Last Sunday we followed Zacchaeus around for 30 days. We watched as he became aware of the consequences of his life, and the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:1-34

Denomination: Baptist

A Powerful Testimony Series

Contributed by Paul Newell on Jul 11, 2003

Power of Testimony - Four Strategies To Making Your Walk Match Your Talk This is part two of a two part series - Part One is "Losing Your Testimony"

It’s only natural – we want to share our story! Your story can have a powerful impact on someone else’s life, even if it’s just a little part of that story! This past week gave us several great examples of that truth. While enjoying the 4th of July fireworks at Stewart Park in Beaumont, Mary ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Making Disciples As Jesus Did?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 21, 2004

Jesus knew that by concentrating on twelve disciples He would leave this world, but leave behind a legacy. Here are eight elements of Christ’s disciple-making strategy

Are You Making Disciples as Jesus Did? (John 8:31-38) Illustration: John Warr, an 18th-century apprentice shoemaker, was determined to be a faithful witness for Christ. Another apprentice was hired, and John repeatedly talked to him about spiritual things. That new worker, however, didn’t want to ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Covid-19: The Response Guide For Church Leaders

Contributed by Ivy Drafor Amenyah on Mar 26, 2020

In the current challenge, the church must know what to do. This guide provides strategies for managing our members, interactions, and finances in productive ways to increase our relevance.

PREAMBLE The church has been challenged beyond its capacity in the past few days. The whole world has been affected by the coronavirus which first infected people in Wuhan in China at the end of 2019. There are direct and indirect impacts of this phenomenon. People have been infected, the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 12:32, 2 Kings 12:15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Judgment According To Truth

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Jul 10, 2021

God will judge mankind. There will be no need for lawyers; God does not need to listen to crooked defense strategies. There will be no need for remembering what actually happened; God is omniscient and omnipresent.

Alba 7-11-2021 JUDGMENT ACCORDING TO TRUTH Romans 2:1-11 Someone once quipped that the definition of a jury is: “Twelve people chosen to decide who has the best lawyer.” With the current state of litigation in America, it’s no wonder that people are openly skeptical about truth and justice in our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Every Day Evangelism: Living The Gospel Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Sep 22, 2024

The early church grew not through grand strategies, but because everyday believers faithfully and boldly shared the gospel in their ordinary lives, as visible witnesses of Christ’s love.

Devoted Together #6 Every Day Evangelism: Living the Gospel Theme: In the final sermon of our *Devoted Together* series, we dive into the idea of *Every Day Evangelism*. The early church grew not through grand strategies, but because everyday believers faithfully shared the gospel in their ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47, Romans 1:16, Matthew 5:16, Acts 4:19-20, Colossians 4:2-6, 1 Corinthians 3:6-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Evidence Of The Existence Of God Is The Actions Of Godly Men And Women.

Contributed by Preacher Fo Real on Aug 17, 2011

As we examine the actions of Joshua and the nation of Israel throughout the sixth chapter of the book of Joshua, God further reveals His divine strategy for the success of those chosen by Him.

Submitting to God or the way of Jesus is a key requirement in our development into the men and women of God. Submitting to God cultivates our oneness with God. Once we submit to the will of God by first loving God mentally, physically, and spiritually, God will empower us to do His will. From ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1-5

Denomination: *other

10 Turning Points

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Dec 26, 2022

Heavenly Strategies, Divine Networking, and Spiritual Direction are all the result of embracing Divine Turning Points. One slight adjustment can bring substantial changes in your life.

Introduction The message on Solomon’s Porch was a “Turning Point Message.” (The lame man held them while the people ran to them.) Jesus was sent to offer us a “turning point.” We can turn towards Christ and follow Him or continue in sin and follow the ways of the world. Turning Points are Kairos ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:26

Denomination: Church Of God