Sermons on The Art Of War:

Patience: Waiting On The Activity Of God Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jul 24, 2011

There is constant spiritual conflict. There are spiritual foes that fight with untruth, half-truth, distraction, division, apathy, etc. In the challenge and conflict we face there is a loud and clear voice of God telling us of the ultimate reality. We

Intro: “You are a poor soldier of Christ if you think you can overcome without fighting and suppose you can have the crown without conflict.” These words were spoken by Syrian preacher John Chrysostom (647-407 AD) He was loudly and clearly stating what Paul said hundreds of years ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Armor Of God Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 12, 2012

part 4 of a seres looking at spiritual war. Final message - our need to put on the FULL armor of God.

Ephesians 6:10-18 The Armor of God June 17, 2012 At the beginning of world war II, France believed they had a solution to a potential German invasion. They built what was called the Maginot line. The Maginot line was a defensive line built in the 1930’s that stretched for over 200 miles ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Examination Series

Contributed by Mike Molenaar on Sep 19, 2001

In the face of a war against evil do we have our lives in order?

2 Corinthians 13:5-9 I have heard news commentators and writers talk about how recent events have caused them to stop and reflect on life. Many have suggested that they have looked at their priorities to see if they have had them out of order. Many of us probably could admit that our priorities ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Battling The Flesh

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 15, 2000

Who has not done war with their own desires in contrast to what God desires?

Who has not set out living in the Spirit only to be confronted by your own fleshly desires? I think each of us at one time or another, in one way or another, has battled the flesh. In Romans 8:1-3, Paul states There is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. For the law ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:18-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Prayer 4- Problems, Peace And Prayer Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Feb 14, 2003

How to pray and find peace (in a world of worries, war, politicians and propaganda)

Problems, peace and prayer WBC Sun 16 Feb 2003 am Phil 4:2-9 Problems A world with superpowers and states causing wars A hostile world, with crooked people after their own gain, not considering the needs of others… the rights of the human being Christians in doubt and fear- and danger of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:2-9

Denomination: Baptist

10 Weapons That Can Disarm The Devil Pt. 1 Of 4 Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Oct 24, 2006

Discipled warriors battle the enemy that is waging war against God’s kingdom.

"How To Use 10 Weapons That Can Disarm the Devil in Your Life" (Many of ideas in this series are from Chuck Lawless’s book The Discipled Warrior, (Grand Rapids, MI, Kregal Publications) 2002. 1 of 4 Eph. 6:10-18 (NIV) October 2, 2003 Chester’s First Baptist Church, Chester, Illinois Mike ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

Reasons Why The Lord Let Our Enemies Stay

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 8, 2014

To show that GOD is our Trainor in life, experience and war, all spiritual in nature.

I. EXORDIUM: Did GOD trained us to win wars and be trained by our spiritual experience? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD is our Trainor in life, experience and war, all spiritual in nature. IV. TEXT: Judges 2:22-3:1 (New International Version) 2:22 I will ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Battle Gear

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Aug 24, 2021

There's a war going on. And we're in it.

Battle Gear 2021 Summer Series / Ephesians 6:10–20   • We seem to be approaching the end of a 20 year military conflict in the Middle East. • No matter your opinion of whether or not that was a good idea, it’s undeniable that we’ve gotten used to America being at war. • We have a whole ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Great Paradox And The Ultimate Victory Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 25, 2020

The only way to win the war with sin is to allow Jesus to be the Lord of our lives.

THE GREAT PARADOX AND THE ULTIMATE VICTORY Text: Rom. 7:14-25 INTRODUCTION 1. Illustration: I love the story of Charles Spurgeon when he was a speaker at a conference along with another man, who publicly proclaimed that Christians could reach a place of sinless perfection where they no longer ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:14-25

Denomination: Methodist

Buy The Land

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Sep 23, 2025

God tells Jeremiah to buy the land even though there is a war coming and they will be in exile.

Jeremiah 32:6–15 Buy The Land 1. The Lord God asks Jeremiah to buy is A Land Under Siege • Jerusalem is surrounded by Babylon. The city is on the brink of destruction. • Jeremiah is imprisoned for preaching God’s judgment. Jerusalem was currently under siege by Nebuchadnezzar’s Babylonian army (v. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 32:6-15

Denomination: Methodist

Revelation (Part 7) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Feb 28, 2024

In Revelation 12, we encounter the great Wonders, the great Wars, and the great Wrath.

(Part 7) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 11/12/2017 If you’ve been with us the last few weeks, you know we are about half way through the mysterious and melodramatic book of Revelation. I hope this series has been engaging, encouraging and enlightening for you. While ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

We Believe In Baptism Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Apr 24, 2025

Baptism is our outward protest of sin’s attempt to win an inward war.

We Believe in Baptism April 27, 2025 1. Water baptism is a surrender to Christ. Romans 6:1-4 NIV “What shall we say, then? Shall we go on sinning so that grace may increase? 2 By no means! We died to sin; how can we live in it any longer? 3 Or don't you know that all of us who were baptized ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-4, 1 Corinthians 12:12-13, Galatians 3:26-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Perfect Peace SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 24, 2023

To my sisters, understand God's shalom as all encompassing, not just an absence of war

Good morning, my cherished sisters in faith. As the sun rises and graces us with its warmth, we gather here in the house of our Lord, bound by our shared love for Him and each other. We come together, not as individuals, but as a community, a family, united in our pursuit of understanding and ...read more

Topics: Experiencing God's Peace In Every Aspect Of Our Life

A Weak Paradox

Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 4, 2022

Jesus appeared weak but was strong.

A Weak Paradox 2 Corinthians 13:4 1. Definition of Paradox: a. A statement that seems to contradict itself but may nonetheless be true. b. “A paradox is the truth standing on her head to get attention.” 2. Jesus is all about Paradox because so much of what Jesus teaches is just foolish according ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sea Side Stories: "A Sower To Sow..." By Dr. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Dec 14, 2004

If you were being arrested for soulwinning, would there be enough evidence to convict you? Our Lord emphasized the importance and art of soulwinning. Let’s examine it together!

Introduction If you were being arrested because someone accused you of being a soulwinner, would there be enough evidence to convict you? I know what everyone is thinking, "Isn’t that the responsibility of the Pastor, the Staff, the Deacons..." or "Shouldn’t this be left to a professional?" Yes ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-34

Denomination: Baptist