Sermons on Victory Over Darkness And Evil:

Halloween - Understanding It's Origins And Practices

Contributed by Cris Willis on Dec 27, 2007

The festivities on Halloween were once the Christian’s way of laughing at death and evil, something we can do in certain hope of Christ’s victory over the powers of darkness. The opportunity for the Christian Church lies in how we treat the holiday “Hallo

“Understanding the History and Practice of Halloween” Text: II Corinthians 6:11-18; Ephesians 5:3-16 Introduction: Since the eighth century Christians have celebrated All Saints’ Day on November 1 to celebrate the known and unknown Christian Saints. Saints are not just those whom the Church has ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:11-18

Denomination: Church Of God

Good And Evil Ii Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 12, 2021

Satan will use the truth and nothing but the truth, and he will offer you the very best if he can persuade you to get it by disobeying God.

Oliver Wendell Holmes said, "Pretty much all the honest truth-telling there is in the world is done by children." This does not mean, however, that their truth telling is always pleasant. Especially if you have guests, or if you are like the Sunday School teacher who asked too many ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:22-24

The Problem Of Victory

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 3, 2016

Dangers when all is going well

The Problem of Victory - 10/9/16 Turn with me this morning to 1 Corinthians 10.  I remember as a boy each week watching ABC’s Wide World of Sports.  And in the opening sequence they used the phrase “The thrill of victory and the agony of defeat.”  And the reality of life is that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:10-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Dark Night Of The Soul Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Apr 1, 2022

In this “Dark Night of the Soul” we see the relationship between prayer and action through three things: Through 1) His Sorrow Matthew 26:36–38), 2) His Supplication (Matthew 26:39–45a), and 3) His Strength (Matthew 26:45b-46).

Matthew 26:36-46. [36] Then Jesus went with them to a place called Gethsemane, and he said to his disciples, "Sit here, while I go over there and pray." [37] And taking with him Peter and the two sons of Zebedee, he began to be sorrowful and troubled. [38] Then he said to them, "My ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Other

Celebrating The Victory

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Introductory Comments 1.

Introductory Comments 1. Illustration - little village in Austria - about to be taken by Napoleon’s army. It was Easter morning. At dawn bells pealed out across countryside, celebrating that Christ was risen. Napoleon though bells were celebrating arrival of Austrian army and so he retreated. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Victory In Jesus Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jun 25, 2001

THANKS BE TO GOD WHO ALWAYS LEADS US IN HIS TRIUMPH IN CHRIST

BIG IDEA: THANKS BE TO GOD WHO ALWAYS LEADS US IN HIS TRIUMPH IN CHRIST INTRODUCTION: 2 Cor. 2:14 (Really, what we have are pieces of 2 psalms tied together to meet a different purpose and different historical circumstances) I. (:1-5) THE PATH OF TRIUMPH BEGINS WITH A HEART FOCUSED ON WORSHIPING ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 108:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Beware Of Evil Influences. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 29, 2024

As Christians, we stand firm against those who would corrupt our walk with Christ...

I want to talk to you about the importance of being mindful of the company we keep and the influence others can have on our lives. The Bible warns us about the danger of being influenced by bad people, and how it can lead us down a path of destruction. In 1 Corinthians 15:33, it says "Do not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:33, Psalm 1:1

Overpowering The Evil Prince

Contributed by Adeolu Akin-Abraham on Dec 2, 2009

God is not immediately and directly in charge of our lives! Surprised? Well, that’s the truth! There are constituted authorities in heavenly places assigned by God with the responsibility of overseeing our affairs. Unfortunately, these authorities and pow

“I’ve stopped praying, Pastor. I’ve prayed and prayed, had deliverance, and nothing has changed! What use are all these prayers? My husband is still bent on marrying his strange woman! I’m now ready to divorce him” A middle aged woman in my church, said to me on the phone. “Don’t give up now, my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 82:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Cry Of Victory PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 11, 2024

This sermon explores the profound truth and transformative power of Jesus' final words on the cross, "It is finished," and our response to it.

Good morning, dear congregation. It's always a joy to see your familiar faces, and to welcome those who might be joining us for the first time. We are gathered here in the spirit of worship, in the spirit of fellowship, and in the spirit of learning. Today, we find ourselves standing on the ...read more

Scripture: John 19:30

Topics: Victory, Sin, Cross

Intercession For Victory Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 18, 2018

Message 10 in our journey with Israel recorded in Exodus. This message focuses on the ministry of intercession for others.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch "Intercession for Victory” Exodus 17:8-16 REVIEW There is no instant spiritual maturity. There is no instant fix for a lifetime of wrong choices. Regeneration occurs in moment. Our ultimate transformation will happen in the twinkling of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-16, Revelation 5:1-8, Hebrews 4:14-16

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Victory Of Faith Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 14, 2014

It is at the end of life that faith’s victory is seen most clearly. It’s at the end of our journey that proves whether our faith was shallow or deep; cheap or precious.

Hebrews Series “The Victory of Faith” Heb. 11.20-22 July 30, 2014 Chester’s FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A It is at the end of life that faith’s victory is seen most clearly. 1 I remember reading an article when I was in my early twenties ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:20-22

Denomination: Baptist

Victory In Christ

Contributed by Felicia Clayborne on Mar 9, 2015

Let us have victory In Christ

Title: Victory In Christ Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:57 KJV: But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. Introduction: The joy of being a Christian comes from the study of the Scriptures to discover what happened when we were saved. We entered into eternal ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:57

Denomination: Pentecostal

From Darkness To Light Series

Contributed by Mike Cleveland on Oct 16, 2007

If by birth and by nature we have a lack of light, we don’t understand, don’t recognize, don’t receive the Light, how awesome it is that by simply believing the gospel we receive the light of Jesus Christ.

John 1:5-9 The four gospels record the earthly life of Jesus Christ, and each one presents a different view of Him. Matthew: King of the Jews, Son of David, Heir of Israel’s throne Mark: Servant of God, the perfect Workman of God – the text in Mark brings out the characteristics of His service ...read more

Scripture: John 1:5-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Unrecognized Victory

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on May 12, 2021

We celebrate so many things every year. Do you celebrate Easter?. Are you worshiping the risen Christ? If so, how do you show this to the world

Unrecognized Victory Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz John 20:13 13 And they *said to her, “aWoman, why are you weeping?” She *said to them, “Because bthey have taken away my Lord, and I do not know where they have laid Him.” 14 When she had said this, she turned around and *asaw Jesus standing there, ...read more

Scripture: John 20:13

Denomination: United Methodist

Living In Victory Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Feb 3, 2008

Joshua shows us a model for living in victory and having confidence in God

Living in Victory Selected Passages in Joshua Essential 100 Series February 3, 2008 Evening Service Introduction Coach Grant Taylor had coached football at the Shiloh Christian Academy for six seasons and never had a winning record. The chances of a turnaround looked grim to say the least with the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Church Of God