Sermons on Strife:

On Judgment Day And The Accountability Of Idle Speechbut Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 2, 2025

In the Bible, the concept of Judgment Day is a recurring theme that emphasizes the importance of living a righteous life, mindful of one's actions and words.

In the Bible, the concept of Judgment Day is a recurring theme that emphasizes the importance of living a righteous life, mindful of one's actions and words. Matthew 12:36-37 states, "But I tell you that everyone will have to give account on the day of judgment for every idle word they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:36-37

Warnings On Prioritizing Family Over Material Possessions Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 10, 2025

As we explore this sermon, we are reminded of the importance of prioritizing our loved ones and valuing them above material possessions.

In the pursuit of riches, many individuals often find themselves sacrificing the very things that bring true fulfillment and joy. The Bible warns us that the relentless chase for wealth can lead to devastating consequences, including the loss of family, children, and everything that truly matters. ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-6, 1 Kings 11:1-8

Influence Of Prayer In Your Ministry Series

Contributed by Benjamin Suulola on Dec 23, 2024

You are one of the army of special breed prayer force that the Holy Spirit wants to train, transform and unleash for the Unstoppable manifestation of God's Power in such a time as this.

Prayer is the most powerful form of energy we can generate! The energy of Prayer is where every other energy flows and derive their strength. In the last days, the Prophetic return of our Lord Jesus Christ will be preceded by greater reawakening of prayer movement. Just as it has been in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8, Acts 6:4

Denomination: Apostolic

The Dangers Of Speaking Ill Of Godly Women Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 10, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical reasons why we should refrain from speaking ill of godly women, the differences between worldly and godly women, and the consequences of speaking ill of them.

As believers, we are called to uphold the highest standards of integrity, love, and respect, especially towards our sisters in Christ. Unfortunately, it's not uncommon to witness or experience hurtful words and accusations directed towards godly women. In this sermon, we'll explore the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29-32, Psalm 37:23-24

Looking Forward--And Inward--For The Messianic Age

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 3, 2024

We are an egalitarian people. All of us have equal dignity, even if our economic circumstances differ from each other.

Twenty-Third Sunday in Course 2024 How can we characterize the prophet Isaiah and his disciples, who have given us the greatest collection of prophetic Biblical stories and sayings in the OT? Isaiah and his community were men living in terrible times of strife and suffering whose faith enabled them ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:31-37, James 2:1-5, Psalm 146:7-10, Isaiah 35:4-7

Denomination: Catholic

The Mind Of Christ

Contributed by Nkwor Sunday Sunny Azuka Onyekachukwu on Oct 19, 2024

Christ will forever be our perfect example. Emulating and having the mind of Christ always surely will help every believer to achieve their goal of making it to heaven.

THE MIND OF CHRIST Philippians 2:5-7 Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: Who, being in the form of God, thought it not robbery to be equal with God: But made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men: Jesus is our ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-7, 1 Peter 1:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Spirit Of Household Wickedness. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 28, 2024

The Household Wicked Spirit, mentioned in Matthew 12:43-45 and Mark 7:24-30, is a malevolent entity that seeks to destroy our lives and our relationships with God and others.

The Household Wicked Spirit, mentioned in Matthew 12:43-45 and Mark 7:24-30, is a malevolent entity that seeks to destroy our lives and our relationships with God and others. It is a manifestation of Satan's power and is characterized by its ability to infiltrate and control our households, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:43-45, Mark 7:24-30, Genesis 2:17

The Familiar Spirit. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 28, 2024

The Familiar Spirit, also known as the Familiar Demon or the Spirit of Familiarity, is a malevolent entity mentioned in the Bible.

The Familiar Spirit, also known as the Familiar Demon or the Spirit of Familiarity, is a malevolent entity mentioned in the Bible. It is a manifestation of Satan's power and is characterized by its ability to gain access to our lives through familiarity and deception. In this, we will explore ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:24, Matthew 17:21

The Serpentine Spirit. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 28, 2024

The Serpentine Spirit, also known as the Spirit of the Snake or the Spirit of Deception, is a malevolent entity mentioned in the Bible.

The Serpentine Spirit, also known as the Spirit of the Snake or the Spirit of Deception, is a malevolent entity mentioned in the Bible. It is a manifestation of Satan's power and is characterized by its ability to deceive, manipulate, and destroy. In this, we will explore how the Serpentine ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:3, Proverbs 16:18, Isaiah 59:2

Accepting Your Personal Uniqueness

Contributed by Ronald Fair on Apr 4, 2001

Because I am the product of a unique creation, I can accept my personal uniqueness without either inferiority or superiority.

ACCEPTING YOUR PERSONAL UNIQUENESS Someone who are told not to be inferior swing from one extreme to another, from interior feelings to egotistical feelings. If man is not to feel inferior, neither is he to feel superior. Some people are possessed with illusions or grandeur, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:10

Denomination: Methodist

Atheism, Emotional Not Logical

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 2, 2023

What are the motives behind atheism? Is the evidence for God's existence ubiquitous or elusive?

Romans is a book written by Paul to help Jewish and Gentile Christians realize that we are all equal before God. Paul introduced himself as a slave of Jesus Christ. Was He a slave of Christ because he was ransomed from slavery to the devil, because Jesus paid the ransom price? Is slavery to Christ ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Remove All The ‘hagar And Ishmael

Contributed by Bala Samson on Nov 6, 2021

We all got to shed away our old habits and life just like the way the caterpillar sheds its skin in order to evolve into a stunning, astounding and beautiful butterfly!

Remove all the ‘Hagar and Ishmael’ Genesis 21:9”Sarah saw the son of Hagar the Egyptian, whom she had borne to Abraham, mocking…” Many of us feel that life would be hunky-dory after we receive answers to our prayers and when the miracle happens, but hang on there, with the arrival of the great ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Are The Characteristics Of A Wise Person? Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Nov 9, 2021

“No man is really wise until he is gentle and humble in heart” A Pure heart is the truest wisdom. "

The quest for wisdom is an ageless pursuit that rewards the seeker with a lifetime of knowledge, satisfaction, and personal success. These are riches that never lose value with time. James, the brother of Jesus (Matthew. 13:55) and leader of the Jerusalem church (Acts 15) have been asked this ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18, Proverbs 1:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is Church Hospitality Still There? Series

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 5, 2022

Where is our hospitality? Are we a Diotrephes or a Demetrius?

In verses 1-8: • Letter gives important glimpse into early church • John is telling how he felt after hearing about Gaius. • Concerned for health and well-being • Romans 12:13, Distributing to the necessity of saints; given to hospitality. • In early church days, traveling preachers/teachers were ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Grace Of Submission.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 4, 2025

"But He giveth more grace" (James 4:6).

THE GRACE OF SUBMISSION. James 4:1-10. James has been contrasting the ‘earthly, sensual, devilish’ wisdom that engenders ‘envying and strife’ (cf. James 3:14-16) with the ‘peaceable’ wisdom of God (cf. James 3:17-18). JAMES 4:1. With a startling suddenness, James asks, “From whence come wars ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational