Sermons on Unholy Alliances:

Survivor 4: How To Make The Right Alliances Series

Contributed by Geoff Baggett on Oct 6, 2002

This is the fourth in my SURVIVOR series, focusing upon the qualities that we need to look for in forming our personal friendships (10-06-02).

Opening Comments How many of you have ever been or are part of some sort of alliance? What sorts of alliances are we a part of on a day-by-day basis? (Entertain answers from the congregation.) “Alliance” is an interesting word. Webster’s Dictionary defines an alliance as, “an association ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-22

Denomination: Baptist

What Did Boaz Acknowledge That Brought An Alliance?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 17, 2023

Ruth follows Naomi's plan, and later Ruth and Boaz are married.

THE ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF BOAZ Ruth 3:1-18 As widows, Ruth and Naomi could only anticipate troublesome occasions (1:8-9). In any case, when Naomi heard the report about Boaz, her hope for what's to come was reestablished (2:20). As was normal of her character, she considered Ruth first, empowering ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:1-18, Ruth 4:1-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Destiny Of Jesus.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 8, 2022

The time was not yet, but Jesus was going back to His Father. Yet the timetable was His, not theirs.

THE DESTINY OF JESUS. John 7:32-36. JOHN 7:32. “The Pharisees heard that the people murmured such things concerning Him; and the Pharisees and chief priests sent officers to take Him.” More literally, “The Pharisees heard the crowd murmuring.” In fact, the Pharisees heard exactly what the ...read more

Scripture: John 7:32-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our War With The Unholy Trinity In This Broken World. Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Jul 23, 2012

Satan - one little shall fell him. But what if no-one uses that word? What if we keep watering down the faith? What if we are too materialistic? What if we are too comfortable? We are at war don’t be distracted or deceived.

You can listen to this message in full here:- http://www.nec.org.au/index.php/listen-to-a-sermon-series/revelation/ Message How real is evil? I think we can all agree that evil is very real. Now here is a slightly different question. How powerful is evil? There is an Old Hymn by Martin Luther ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Noble Refusal

Contributed by John Mccormack on Jan 17, 2014

ALLIANCE WITH UNBELIEVERS IS NOT ACCEPTABLE.

NOBLE REFUSAL OBSERVATION: THIS TEACHING ADDRESSES ABRAM’S (ABRAHAM) WISE DECISION TO REFUSE A MONEY GIFT FROM A PAGAN KING. THIS INCIDENT OCCURRED AFTER DEFEATING SEVERAL MESOPOTAMIAN KINGS. INTERPRETATION: GENESIS 14:21-24 (NKJV) NOW THE KING OF SODOM SAID TO ABRAHAM, GIVE ME THE ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 14:21-24

Denomination: Baptist

Leaning On The Everlasting Arms

Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 19, 2020

Sermon for Senior Sunday. Be careful what you choose to support your life.

1. What a crazy year, especially for our Seniors (and I don’t mean those over 65)! a. COVID-19 interference – loss of the end of the most important school year/pictures/parties/graduation ceremony b. You have a choice – be bitter or make it better. This can be a great time to tell your children and ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 29:1-9, Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Deception Of False Prophets Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 15, 2025

In this sermon , we will explore bizarre behaviors of false prophets that we should be aware of.

As believers, we are warned in the Bible to be cautious of false prophets who seek to deceive and lead us astray. In these end times, it is essential to discern the true prophets from the false ones. In this sermon , we will explore bizarre behaviors of false prophets that we should be aware ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:13-15, 1 Timothy 4:1-3

The Preparation.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 17, 2023

A sacrificial insight framed by plots against Jesus.

THE PREPARATION. Mark 14:1-11. 1. The Plot to Kill Jesus (Mark 14:1-2). The first thing that we notice as we enter into this passage is that it was the LORD who was setting the timetable for Jesus’ death. It was "the feast of the PASSOVER, and of Unleavened Bread” (MARK 14:1a). In other ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Will June 6th Mark The Beginning Of The End Time?

Contributed by Karen Buck on May 20, 2006

06-06-06: IS IT END OF THE WORLD, AS WE KNOW IT? Will June 6th mark the beginning of the End Time? Summary: June 6, 2006 is nothing more than another day on the calendar, but for some people and groups it marks a day to bring attention t

Scripture: II Thessalonians 2:2-3 & 15 I. EXAMPLES OF HOW JUNE 6th WILL BE CELEBRATE A. Expecting mothers who are expecting on this day are worried they are going their child will have the mark of the beast. B. 20th Century Fox Studios will be releasing the remake of the 1970s horror film, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:2-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Prepared For Death

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 28, 2020

Jesus was not taken by surprise, but fully anticipated His death. And an insightful devotional woman anointed Him ahead of His burial.

JESUS PREPARED FOR DEATH. Matthew 26:1-13. There are two ways in which Jesus was prepared for death in this passage. The first is in the sense that He was prepared within Himself: nothing that was about to happen took Him by surprise, even right down to knowing the date when He would be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jacob's Deception Of Isaac Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 1, 2017

Jacob's deception of Isaac in Genesis 27:1-45 teaches us God's sovereign, redemptive will is always done, in spite of any person's opposition to it.

Scripture Last week we began a series of sermons on "Isaac's Descendants." In our first lesson we saw that Isaac and Rebekah had twin sons, Esau and Jacob. As a young man, Esau despised his birthright and sold it to his twin brother, Jacob. Later, Jacob deceived his father, Isaac, and received the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 27:1-45

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Escaping The Snare Of The Enemy

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 21, 2025

This message reveals how the enemy sets snares and how we can escape them through spiritual vigilance, divine intervention, and obedience to God’s Word.

ESCAPING THE SNARE OF THE ENEMY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 124:6-7 Supporting Texts: 2 Timothy 2:26, Psalm 91:3, Proverbs 6:5, Luke 22:31-32, Isaiah 54:17 INTRODUCTION: The devil is a master strategist who lays traps and snares to capture the destiny of God's children. These ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 124:6-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Rev. #44~13:1-6 The Unholy Trinity Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Mar 11, 2010

This future kingdom will focus on the glorification and exaltation of this “Satan-Man” and the persecution and destruction of those who refuse to accept his deity. This period will last for 42 months or 3.5 years, and will end with the return of Jesu

Rev. #44~13:1-6 THE UNHOLY TRINITY 2-27-19 Today we’re in chapter 13: and in this chapter we have the unholy satanic trinity, the devil, the antichrist and the false prophet. Satan tries to imitate the thing of God, the antichrist tries to imitate the Christ, the false prophet ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 13:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Jehu's Rebuke (2 Chronicles 19)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 16, 2025

Do we receive God's rebuke?

Would many national leaders listen to the rebuke of a modern day man of God? Let’s look at 2 Chronicles 19. Did Jehu the seer chastise Jehoshaphat for collaboration with a wicked king? Should we choose alliances carefully? Jehoshaphat the king of Judah returned in safety to his house in ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

State Of Denial - Part 2

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Dec 3, 2020

Last time we saw that Peter’s overconfidence and pride kept him from trusting the Lord. His pride began to cut away at his faith...

Last time we saw that Peter’s overconfidence and pride kept him from trusting the Lord. His pride began to cut away at his faith. His weak faith in Jesus began to give way to fear. Denying the Lord Jesus was a natural consequence of this fear. Someone has said, “The conclusion of a dying faith ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:35-39

Denomination: Independent/Bible