Sermons on The Strong Force:

Wrestling With God

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Oct 26, 2018

On the way to meet his extranged brother Esau, Jacob experienced a strange encounter with a "man," who Jacob identified as God himself.

WRESTLING WITH GOD Please turn to Genesis 32. Having made a covenant of peace with Laban, his nettlesome father-in-law, Jacob traveled southward through the country east of the Jordan River. The “angels of God” met him there. Their purpose seems to have been to set up a meeting between Jacob and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 31:1-55, Romans 12:2, Genesis 32:24-31, Genesis 32:1-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Praise As A Weapon

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 15, 2025

In Heaven, all preachers will be out of a job, but not praisers. Now, praise can change your focus, change your circumstances, change your enemies' position, and change those around you. Every Christian ought to be a Hallelujah from head to foot!

PRAISE AS A WEAPON INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. JOKE #1 a. Samantha Couchoud’s father was on a business trip and approaching a security checkpoint at the airport. The National Guard shift was rotating, and a guard, in full uniform, was in line in front of him. b. As with everybody else, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:25-29, 2 Chronicles 20:22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Christian Or Hypocrite

Contributed by Saumiman Saud on Feb 23, 2025

What is the difference between Obligation letter and Man? The answer is quite simple, an Obligation letter has a set date; Man has no set date where he automatically becomes mature. In other words,

CHRISTIAN OR HYPOCRITE (Romans 12:1-2) What is the difference between Obligation letter and Man? The answer is quite simple, an Obligation letter has a set date; Man has no set date where he automatically becomes mature. In other words, if you had been a Christian for a long time you are ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

They Served With Valor And Honor PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 6, 2023

This sermon honors veterans, emphasizing their sacrifices and service, and encourages us to show respect and live a life of service and sacrifice daily.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. Welcome to this blessed gathering where we come together, not as strangers, but as family, united in the love of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Today, we are here to honor and pay tribute to the brave souls who have sacrificed so much for us. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:7

Topics: Veterans, Service

What Is The Church Here For

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Mar 20, 2003

Why we need the Church

Introduction at the start of church: How to Have a Good Day Psalm 34:11-16 How often has someone said to you, "Have a good day"? That’s a nice statement, but what does it mean? When you review the day’s activities before you go to bed, how do you know whether the day was good or bad? When ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

Defeating Discouragement Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Oct 10, 2001

This sermon was part of a series I preached on Nehemiah’s one holy passion, the glory of God.

One Holy Passion Nehemiah 4 March 11, 2001 “Defeating Discouragement” “The Bible tells us to love our neighbors and to love our enemies,” said G.K. Chesterton, “probably because they are generally the same people!” In the case of the Jews rebuilding the wall of Jerusalem, this was certainly ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Day Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 19, 2017

We need to warn people that a life of sin leads to an eternity in hell.

The Day Of The Lord Text: Joel 2:1-11 Introduction 1. Illustration: God has done everything He possibly can to keep you out of Hell and still leave you as a person with free will. Now some Christians argue otherwise that it is in fact God who sends people to hell. Peculiar Pilgrim blog writes, ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Spiritual Weapons

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jul 8, 2009

New birth is a spiritual thing and those that are born again are the true children of God. They no longer have the urge for things of this world. Vices like drinking, smoking, telling lies, womanizing, anger and the likes are no longer part of their lives

SPIRITUAL WEAPONS Dr. D. K. Olukoya Beloved, the thrust of our message today is that our weapons of warfare are not carnal, and fights with our adversaries are never in the physical but in a realm that is invisible to the naked eye. Therefore I implore you to open up your spirit as you read ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Staying The Course Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jan 7, 2022

We might presently feel like we’ve been fighting for our Promised Land a long time. Fighting will wear us out and lead to discouragement. Battle is not a pretty sight, and as we tire of spiritual confrontation, we might be tempted to give up.

Last week we saw how becoming tired of incessant battle can lead to becoming impatient and attempting to rush what God is wanting to do in His way and His timing. It can also lead a person to feeling defeated and abandoning the fight. David boldly declared in Psalm 119, “I will run the course of ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 11:16-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Winds Of Change

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Feb 23, 2019

The natural winds of the Earth are a type and shadow of the various facets of God moving in the supernatural realm. The direction of the natural winds represents spiritual seasons and movements of the Holy Spirit on earth, including the storms of life.

“He makes clouds rise from the ends of the earth; he sends lightning with the rain and brings out the wind from his storehouses.” (Psalm 135:7 NIV) The natural wind is the motion or flow of air or other gases that compose the atmosphere of the Earth. God created the atmosphere around the Earth to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 135:7, Song of Songs 4:16, Luke 12:54-56

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Significance Of A New Creation-18 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 17, 2016

Part B--xiv-xvi of point 14. Paul commended his apostolic ministry to the Corinthian church thru a list of practical realities. The Practical Realities of Ministry are seen in our Ministry Commendations...

‘The Significance Of A New Creation’--XVIII—2Corinthians 5:9--6:10... 14. The PRACTICAL REALITIES Of MINISTRY-B—2Corinthians 6:3-10... Part B of point 14 in the series. No matter what we do for a living or how we worship together corporately, much more is required to bring ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Courage In The Midst Of Crisis

Contributed by Rick Dinkins on Mar 31, 2020

You can count on God and Have Courage in the Midst of Crisis!

COURAGE IN THE MIDST OF CRISIS Deuteronomy 31:6 (KJV) 6 Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the LORD thy God, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee. INTRODUCTION: There is a story of a family whose house caught fire. As each ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:6

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Omnipotent Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Oct 14, 2012

When we think of God, what comes into our mind? For many, our view of God is shaped by our upbringing and view of our parents or others who were authority figures in our lives. We tend to combine that with what the Bible says to come up with our view of

Who is God? God is Omnipotent! Jeremiah 32:17 17 "Ah, Sovereign Lord, you have made the heavens and the earth by your great power and outstretched arm. Nothing is too hard for you. NIV Series introduction Slide Good morning. Who is God? I know that each of us have conceptions about God, but have ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 32:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Beyond The Call Of Duty

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Nov 5, 2012

A sermon challenging Christians to greater selfless sacrifice.

“Beyond the Call of Duty” Luke 17:10 So likewise ye, when ye shall have done all those things which are commanded you, say, We are unprofitable servants: we have done that which was our duty to do. *GRAY, ROSS FRANKLIN – WWII Rank and organization: Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:10

Denomination: Baptist

The Quiet Confidence Of The Godly Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

UNJUSTIFIED REPROACH AND REJECTION SHOULD NOT DISTURB THE QUIET CONFIDENCE OF THE GODLY LEADER

BIG IDEA: UNJUSTIFIED REPROACH AND REJECTION SHOULD NOT DISTURB THE QUIET CONFIDENCE OF THE GODLY LEADER I. (:1) PRESENT PETITION FOR HELP INSPIRED BY PAST RELIEF A. Answered Prayer is the Goal for Petition for Help "Answer me when I call" "hear my prayer" B. Righteousness and Grace is the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 4:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible