Sermons on Thy Enemy Thy Footstool:

Love Your Enemies-Pray For Them & Lead Them To The Truth Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Feb 16, 2008

Jesus shows the Christian’s High calling in 1) The New Love Ethic Declared and 2) The New Love Ethic Explained

The Anglican Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams has triggered a storm of controversy this week by suggesting that Britain should adopt some aspects of Islam’s tough Shariah law into its legal system. He called the establishment of some kind of Islamic Sharia law in Britain inevitable. He sees ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-36

Denomination: Other

Heaven’s Best Answer To Our Worst Enemy

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 17, 2011

An Easter Sermon Jesus’ resurrection assures us that death is no longer in a position to cause us fear

Intro – A man had a checkup and then went in to see his doctor to get the results. The doctor said he better sit down – that he had bad news and worse news for him. Which did he want to hear first? The man was a bit puzzled and said he'd rather hear the bad news first. The doctor ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:9-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"love Who?" "my Enemies!?"

Contributed by Robert Walderman on Mar 16, 2019

Words matter. Words communicate. As a master teacher Jesus used words and literary devices to enhance his teaching with great power and insight. He often used 'hyperbole.'

The Gospel of Luke-Pt.18: “Love who? My Enemies!” I walked through hell this week. My personal world was on fire and everyone unloaded their problems on me. I ended the week with the weight of the world upon my shoulders. Let me ask you, ‘What kind of week did I have?’ Yes, you would be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-36

Denomination: Baptist

Fear, Confusion, Doubt, Double-Mindedness, And Worry Are The Tools Of The Enemy Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 17, 2024

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical perspective on these tools of the enemy and how we can overcome them.

Fear, Confusion, Doubt, Double-Mindedness, and Worry are the tools of the Enemy As believers, we are engaged in a spiritual battle against the enemy, Satan, who seeks to undermine our faith and trust in God. One of the primary ways the enemy attacks us is through the use of fear, confusion, doubt, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:10, Philippians 4:6-7

The Reality Of Spiritual Warfare And Understanding The Enemy's Tactics Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 15, 2025

The Bible provides insight into this spiritual warfare, revealing the enemy's tactics

As children of God, we often wonder why we face opposition, lies, and slander from the agents of darkness. The Bible provides insight into this spiritual warfare, revealing the enemy's tactics and God's perspective on these attacks. Why the Enemy Attacks Godly People The enemy, Satan, and ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 28:14-17, Job 1:6-12

The God Who Sends An East Wind Against Your Enemies Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 14, 2025

God uses the east wind as a divine instrument to fight for His people, making a way of escape for the righteous and bringing judgment upon their enemies.

THE GOD WHO SENDS AN EAST WIND AGAINST YOUR ENEMIES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Exodus 14:21-28 Key Verse: “And the Lord caused the sea to go back by a strong east wind all that night, and made the sea dry land, and the waters were divided.” — Exodus 14:21 (KJV) Supporting Texts: Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:21-28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

3 Faces Of Satan

Contributed by Richard White on Jan 9, 2002

to defeat the enemy we have to recognize the enemy.

 3 FACES OF SATAN Illustration: Scouting reports from sport teams. Know the enemy and what he looks like. In Vietnam it was hard to know who the enemy was because they did not always wear uniforms, they did not always have distinguishing details to point them out. Robin Williams in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Feeders Of The Strongman

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jun 8, 2005

The enemy’s activities thrive where his victims are ignorant of who he is and how destructive his agenda for man are.

The enemy’s activities thrive where his victims are ignorant of who he is and how destructive his agenda for man are. That is why the Bible warns that we should not be ignorant of the devices of the devil. Lack of knowledge about the existence and operations of strongmen has led to untimely death ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:29, Luke 11:21-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Warning Against Those Who Serve Their Own Desires Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 22, 2019

This is as severe a condemnation as you can find of those who confess to be Christians. They claim to be Christians, yet they contradict their profession by their lives.

Date: 3/17/19 Lesson #26 Title: A Warning Against Those Who Serve Their Own Desires • “Special Notes” and “Scripture” are shown as endnotes. • NIV Bible is used throughout unless noted otherwise. Scripture (Philippians 3:18-19, NIV) 18For, as I have often told you before and now ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

How To Handle An Adversary Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on May 21, 2007

Dealing with our enemies can be difficult, yet David gives us practical steps on how to handle an enemy in his relationship with Saul

INTRODUCTION, Quite possibly one of the most difficult statements Jesus ever made is found in Matthew 5, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, [Matt 5:44] That statement is found in the Sermon on the Mount. The verse right before it says you have heard it said, “Love your ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Forward Series

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Aug 21, 2008

God does not want the enemy to advance on us but rather for us to advance on the enemy with Christ leading the way.

Strength to Move Forward Griffith Baptist Church – 8/17/08 A.M. Service Text: Romans 8:31-34 Key verse: Romans 8:31 - What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us? The Introduction The Confederate General, Longstreet, during the battle of Gettysburg had one ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

When Critics Are Your Best Friend

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 30, 2021

Most prophecies today speak to greatness. "You will be a financier of the Kingdom!" "You will have a worldwide ministry!!" Not every prophecy in Scripture was affirming nor was every prophet popular.

Beware of only listening to those who always affirm your decisions because the majority has often been wrong. Indeed, Jeremiah was outgunned 400-1. Four hundred prophets told the king everything he wanted to hear and prophesied victory. Then along came Jeremiah, who said the four hundred were ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

Poignant Purpose For Passionate Prayer

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jul 23, 2011

This message urges a return to passionate, powerful, and personal prayer, due to the tremendous needs of our churches and our world.

Poignant Purpose for Passionate Prayer Text: Col. 4:2; James 5:16b Intro: In Paul’s letter to the Colossians, he urges them to “continue in prayer.” The word translated “continue” meant that the Colossians were “to give constant attention…unremitting ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2

Denomination: Baptist

Alone In Battle?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Oct 20, 2016

Feeling overwhelmed by the enemy? You are never alone on the battlefield.

1Kings 19 9 And he came thither unto a cave, and lodged there; and, behold, the word of the LORD came to him, and he said unto him, What doest thou here, Elijah? 10 And he said, I have been very jealous for the LORD God of hosts: for the children of Israel have forsaken thy covenant, thrown ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:7-18

Denomination: Baptist

Father Of Another's Son

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jun 4, 2016

To establish that Joseph was the father of another’s son. He took upon himself a bride, which was with child by another. This lesson honors and commends men like Joseph, who became fathers of another’s son! It also deals with the human drama; of a perceived betrayal of Mary, to her marriage vows.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Joseph’s Bride 2. Joseph’s Burden 3. Joseph’s Blessing Remarks. 1. This lesson deals with a just and honorable man, that took upon himself to be the father of another’s son, a child that was not his own through conception. There are many men like Joseph today in our modern ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:25-56, Matthew 1:18-25, 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ