Sermons on The World And Gods World:

Living In An Upside Down World Series

Contributed by Paul Sterrett on Apr 4, 2013

Introductory Message to a series on 1 Thessalonians focusing on the foundation of our faith despite the uncertain times in which we live.

LIVING IN AN UPSIDE DOWN WORLD 1 Thessalonians 1:1; Acts 17:1-9 INTRODUCTION How does a person live for Jesus Christ in a society where his faith is constantly under attack—where he can be ostracized or blacklisted for openly professing that he is a Christian?...How can you raise children ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A World Turned On Its Head

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Dec 6, 2004

This is an Advent sermon.

Read Isaiah 11:1-10. Jesus turned the world upside down, or more appropriately, right side up. People never really understood Jesus. Paul said, “For those who live in Jerusalem…did not recognize him” (Acts 13:27). Everyone expected a military-political leader. Jesus closest disciples didn’t ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-10

Denomination: Wesleyan

"If The World Hates You..."

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 15, 2009

Message discussing persecution.

“If the World Hates You…” Various Scriptures December 6, 2009 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT IS FROM ANDY STANLEYS’ BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Me: Today we’re going to talk about that wonderful Christmas topic called “persecution.” November 8th was the yearly International Day of ...read more

Scripture: John 15:18-23

Denomination: Wesleyan

Making The Gospel Attractive To The World Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 13, 2005

Christians are more and more known for what we are against than what we are for. This confuses people about what the gospel is really about. Paul gives some very practical advice on how to be practically spiritual in an unsaved world.

How can we sum up Titus? It’s as simple as 1-2-3. 1. Find a good Biblical model and follow it (chapter 1) - Personal Faith 2. Allow yourself to be inconvenienced in order for the gospel to be attractive (ch 2) - Interpersonal Example 3. Seek to cooperate and assist others around you by being a ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:1-15

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Three Days That Changed The World

Contributed by Js Collins on Apr 24, 2012

No one ever impacted the world like him. No one ever washed our sins away like him. no one ever loved like him.

The Three Days ThatChanged the World. John 3:16 "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. My starting place this morning: It was through his grace and sacrifice he washed all your sins ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The End Of The World As We Know It

Contributed by Jeff Hatos on May 29, 2019

With a the prophecies of the end of the world given to us, can we tell when Jesus will return?

The End of the World as We Know It Matthew 24:35-39 Heaven and earth shall pass away, but my words shall not pass away. But of that day and hour knoweth no man, no, not the angels of heaven, but my Father only. But as the days of Noah were, so shall also the coming of the Son of man be. For as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:35-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why We Are Not Winning The World

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 9, 2024

If the Church does not merge in truth and fight the devil then it shall die in division or at best be weak and useless to Heaven and earth.

Mark 3:24  And if a kingdom be divided against itself, that kingdom cannot stand.  25  And if a house be divided against itself, that house cannot stand.  Speaking of satan, but it applies to the house of God as well. "Division is devastating to effectiveness." Tim ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 133:1, Ephesians 4:3, Ephesians 4:13

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming In A Give Up World

Contributed by Joe Harding on Jul 16, 2001

WE CAN OVERCOME THE ENEMY OF OUR SOUL BY FOCUSING ON CHRIST ALONE!

OVERCOMING IN A GIVE UP WORLD REVELATION 12: 1-17 JULY 15, 2001 INTRODUCTION: Two frogs fell into a deep cream bowl, The one was wise, and a cheery soul. The other one took a gloomy view and bade his friend a sad adieu. Said the other frog with a merry grin, “I can’t get out, but I won’t give ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Birth Of Christ; Saviour Of The World

Contributed by Chew Chew on May 31, 2007

Jesus is the only saviour of the world

Title: Birth of Christ; Savior of the World Text: Matthew Chapter 1: 18 Now the birth of Jesus Christ was as follows. When His mother Mary had been betrothed to Joseph, before they came together she was found to be with child by the Holy Spirit. 19 And Joseph her husband, being a righteous man, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Drawing The Line In Today's World

Contributed by Grant Sisson on May 2, 2010

Christian soldiers discipline themselves for spiritual warfare by "drawing the line" in smaller battles.

Sacrifices Required to “Obey God Rather Than Man” Grant S. Sisson Written April 30th, 2010 I have always been so very proud to be an American. I remember the day I was first eligible to vote. I have participated in many elections over the course of my lifetime. I have never ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-23

Being Content In A Material World Series

Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Mar 10, 2003

I talk about why and how we should be content in this material world we live in.

Being Content in a Material World By Lynn Floyd Introduction: Proverbs 30:7-8 (New Living Translation) says, “Two things I ask of You, do not refuse me before I die: Keep deception and lies far from me, Give me neither poverty nor riches; feed me with the food that is my portion. That I not be ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 30:7-9, 1 Timothy 6:8-19

Denomination: Baptist

Standing For Christ In A Fallen World Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jan 23, 2022

There is a sense we are all like the Church at Pergamum living where Satan has his throne. We are all in this fallen world where Satan has his throne. You must Stand for Christ in this fallen world.

Message to the Church in Pergamum, Revelation 2:12-17 Pergamum is the third church of the seven churches in Christ’s messages to the churches that John saw in his revelation while on the Island of Patmos. We find that Jesus Christ walks among the churches. He observes and evaluates the churches. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Overthrow Of Evil In This Broken World Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Aug 11, 2012

Bablyon, who is the prostitute on the dragon, meets her end.

You can listen to this message in full here:- http://www.nec.org.au/index.php/listen-to-a-sermon-series/revelation/ Message Revelation 17:1-18:24 The Overthrow Of Evil In This Broken World. In a moment we are going to read 2 chapters from Revelation. Before we do so I want to explain the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Living In A Fallen, Broken World

Contributed by Mark Roper on Mar 4, 2009

We live in a fallen and broken world. We should expect disappointments in all facets of life. We know also that Painted on the canvas of our lives is the tender touch of a Creator who has a special place for the bruised and weary of the world

Living in a fallen, broken world Luke 4:16-19 KJV Is there anything more frail than a bruised reed? We have all seen one at the water’s edge. A once slender and tall stalk of sturdy river grass, it is now bowed and bent. It’s bruised and broken. That’s a pretty accurate picture of what can ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:16-19

Denomination: Church Of God

Turn The World Upside-Down

Contributed by Mike Lewis on Dec 22, 2022

We exist in a time where great things have happened. We’ve taken extraordinary leaps in technology, travel, and exploration. But with great advancement comes great tragedy. In order to succeed in these areas, there are going to be failures.

WELCOME & GREETINGS - Getting to know new brothers and sisters in Christ in our fellowship. - My prayer this morning is that I can encourage and lift up this congregation with this message. INTRODUCTION We exist in a time where great things have happened. We’ve taken extraordinary leaps in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ