Sermons on Unexpected Attack:

The Cup I Must Also Drink From

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Aug 14, 2019

We as followers of Jesus would surely face persecutions, slander and some form of attacks. We have to pray for strength to endure and overcome

*May the peace of the Lord be with you* *Topic:* *THE CUP I MUST ALSO DRINK FROM* Philippians 1:29 "For unto you it is given in the behalf of Christ, not only to believe on him, but also to suffer for his sake;" KJV Beloved, Christ came to drink the from the cup of suffering for our ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:29

Denomination: Charismatic

Praying For My Family PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Emphasize the importance and power of prayer in protecting our families from spiritual attacks, drawing lessons from the story of Nehemiah and his people.

Good morning, Church family! Today, we're turning our attention to the book of Nehemiah, specifically, chapter 4, verses 1-23. Our focus will be on the need for prayer for our families, the enemies ready to attack our families, and the power of praying for our families. As Dwight L. Moody once ...read more

Topics: Prayer

Provoking Thoughts From 1 John (11 Of 16)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 10, 2022

Some of the physical problems we hear much about people having are heart problems. Anyone can be a victim of heart disease or attack.

Illus: A man in Columbia, South Carolina went to a doctor because he was tired most of the time. The doctor examined him and found out he was only getting 20% use of his heart. They did open heart surgery on him, opened up some valves and today he feels like a new man. There are many people in our ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:18-24

Denomination: Baptist

Preparing For Bad Times Without Trusting In The World

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 28, 2023

Daniel sinks back into self-reflection, with symptoms reminiscent of what we today know as a “panic attack.” How does he escape?

Saturday of the Last Week in the Year (Dec 2) 2023 I heard a radio commentator say recently that he can’t remember a time when he heard as many people talking about the “end times” as he hears today. This being the last week of our Church year, we are hearing “end time readings,” particularly from ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 7:15-27, Luke 21:34-36, Psalm 146:3-5

Denomination: Catholic

The Persecution Of The Godly Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 17, 2024

In this sermon we'll explore why ungodly people attack godly people and what the Bible has to say about this phenomenon.

As believers, we are not immune to persecution and attacks from ungodly people. In fact, the Bible teaches us that we can expect to face opposition and hostility from those who do not share our faith. In this sermon we'll explore why ungodly people attack godly people and what the Bible has to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:12, 1 Peter 4:12-14, Psalm 18:2

The Spirit Of Misunderstanding Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 11, 2025

This entity is known as the spirit of misunderstanding. It is a demonic force that attacks the minds of individuals, causing them to misinterpret and misconstrue the words, actions, and intentions of others.

In the realm of spiritual warfare, there exists a malevolent entity that seeks to sow discord and confusion among believers. This entity is known as the spirit of misunderstanding. It is a demonic force that attacks the minds of individuals, causing them to misinterpret and misconstrue the words, ...read more

The Benifits Package Of Justification Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on May 8, 2008

THE PRIMARY FUNCTION OF THE CHRISTIAN GOSPEL IS NOT TO GIVE US BLESSINGS, BUT FIRST AND FOREMOST TO RECONCILE US TO GOD. THIS MESSAGE OPENS UP FOR US BENFITS SOME WHICH ARE EXPECTED OTHERS MAY BE UNEXPECTED BUT NECESSARY.

ROMANS 5:1-5. THE BENEFITS PACKAGE OF JUSTIFICATION. I REMEMBER APPLYING FOR A JOB AT THE TOYOTA CAR PLANT IN DERBY AFTER GO THROUGH A RIGOROUS TESTING PROCESS I WAS ACCEPTED ONTO THE STAFF, AS A RESULT I WAS INCLUDED INTO A COMPANY WITH OFFERED GOOD COMPANY BENEFITS WHICH INCLUDED : ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Riding Out The Storms Of Life

Contributed by Nick S Panico on May 20, 2016

In all our lives we must face storms. Sudden and unexpected winds of adversity which blow in and blow up. How do we not just survive the storm but thrive in it and through it.

“Riding Out the Storms of Life” (Mat 14:22-33 NIV) Immediately Jesus made the disciples get into the boat and go on ahead of him to the other side, while he dismissed the crowd. {23} After he had dismissed them, he went up on a mountainside by himself to pray. When evening came, he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Maintaining Readiness

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Nov 26, 2019

Jesus shares illustrations to show that his return will be sudden and unexpected. His call on us is to be ready at any moment. The First Sunday of Advent reminds us that Jesus came, and Jesus is coming again!

Matthew 24:36-44 Maintaining Readiness The military has a readiness system of green, amber and red, to illustrate threat levels we might face at any given time. When you go on base or on post, you’ll see a Force Protection Condition, or FPCON, ranging from normal to delta. Likewise, the president ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44, Acts 1:7

Denomination: Baptist

6. The First Preacher And The First Sermon

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Feb 6, 2020

The message Jesus drew from the story of Noah is that his coming will be as unexpected as the flood was for the people of Noah’s day. But most people don't believe his coming will be like the flood.

6. The first preacher and the first sermon Sermon on 29 Sept 2019 PM, at Rosebery Park Baptist Church, Bournemouth, UK. According to the Bible, who was the world’s first preacher? And what was his sermon? The answer is Noah! We know Noah was a preacher from this verse in 2 Peter: ‘…if he did ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-39

Denomination: Baptist

Redeemed By Hope: The Story Of Ruth And The Light Of Advent Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 9, 2024

The Advent season is a time of anticipation, reflection, and renewal. Often, we immerse ourselves in the familiar story of Christ’s birth. But today, let us journey to an unexpected place—the story of Ruth.

Redeemed by Hope: The Story of Ruth and the Light of Advent Introduction: Rediscovering Advent through Ruth The Advent season is a time of anticipation, reflection, and renewal. Often, we immerse ourselves in the familiar story of Christ’s birth. But today, let us journey to an unexpected ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:11, Ruth 1:13, Ruth 1:16, Ruth 1:20, Ruth 2:12, Ruth 4:9-10, Ruth 4:17, Romans 8:28, Romans 15:13, Jeremiah 29:11, Isaiah 26:3, Ephesians 1:7, Philippians 4:6-7, 1 John 3:18, Psalm 91:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sent Into The World

Contributed by Bruce Lee on May 28, 2025

40 days after the resurrection is the ascension. But as Jesus is ascending into heaven he is sending those left behind out into the world to make disciples and to transform the world. To discover unexpected joy in serving and giving.

Sent Into the World 13 “I am coming to you now, but I say these things while I am still in the world, so that they may have the full measure of my joy within them. 14 I have given them your word and the world has hated them, for they are not of the world any more than I am of the world. 15 My ...read more

Scripture: John 17:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is It Really The Lord's Will?

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Oct 18, 2000

On 9/11/01 I overheard several people who assigned the attack on America as being the will of God. Are such events really the Lord’s will?

IS IT REALLY THE LORD’S WILL? A. Matthew 18:7-14 (READ and COMMENT) 1. This text talks about HUMAN DECISIONS, TROUBLE in the world, and concludes it by discussing what is or what is not the WILL of God. COMMENT: We use the phrase, "This is the WILL of God" quite regularly. We consign the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:7-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Conduct Worthy Of The Church Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Jan 13, 2007

Does your conduct match the calling of the Gospel of Christ. Are you standing firm for the Gospel or being easily blown over of satan’s attackes.

Conduct Worthy of the Church Philippians 1:27-30 INTRO. Paul had a special love, respect, and appreciation for the church at Philippi. It was one of the most mature churches mentioned in the New Testament. They did have there share of problems though, just like we have today: false teachers, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

Stand Courageously

Contributed by Brent Williams on Jun 19, 2001

Giants come at us all through life. David’s example shows us how to deal with the Giants that try to attack our lives.

Stand Courageously 1 Samuel 17 1-58 Giants come at us all through life. Some kill our enthusiasm for Christ. Some attack our attitudes and habits. Personal relationships, compromising situations, sinful additions become giants that taunt us day and night. The giants win one small battle and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-58

Denomination: Baptist