Sermons on Victory Over Opponents:

When Christmas Is Over

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Jan 7, 2003

The Story of the Magi has great things to teach us about what to do when the excitement of Christmas dies down.

The Story of the Magi has great things to teach us about what to do when the excitement of Christmas dies down. DEDICATION: Wise Men’s (Magi) Response Matthew 2:1-2 (NIV) 1After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod. Magi from the east came to Jerusalem, 2and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Success Over Stress Series

Contributed by Brian Moon on Oct 17, 2002

Ever wish you could find some "real help" dealing with your emotions? This series will show us how to deal with the way we feel. Part 1 will show us how to have Success over Stress.

¡§How to Deal with the Way I feel¡¨ part 1 (Success Over Stress) Brian A. Moon On a recent episode of the hit TV sit-com ¡§Everybody Loves Raymond¡¨ there was a situation in which their daughter had this new teacher who loved to dish out the homework. The young grade school aged girl had over 2 ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:20, Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Symbolism Over Substance

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 1, 2002

This is a revamp of a message I did in 2000. Is your faith based symbolism or substance?

INTRODUCTION • It has been said, “The number one cause of atheism is Christians. Those who proclaim God with their mouths and deny Him with their lifestyles is what an unbelieving world finds simply unbelievable.” (Christianity Today, 2001) • Why would a Christian Magazine make such a statement ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:37-52

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Power Over Satan

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 3, 2001

Let’s contrast the power & authority of Jesus & of Satan in our lives.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX A. One of the great conflicts of life is the conflict over authority. "Who is in charge? Who controls what is going on?" This conflict occurs in the home between parents & children. It occurs between students & ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12, 1 Peter 5:8-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christ Over Tradition

Contributed by Rob Ross on Dec 26, 2000

Christmas tradition needs to be questioned and the truth of Christ affirmed.

Verse: Luke 2: 1-20 Topic: Christmas Probing Question: What is the reason for Christmas? Key Word: reasons Subject: Reasons for Christmas Aim: To inspire the congregation to experience a renewed sense of what Christmas is all about. Title: Christ Over Tradition Introduction Christmas with your ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

A Commitment To Start Over

Contributed by Tommy Estes on Dec 28, 2005

Ever want to start over your life?

This morning, I invite your attention to the book of Ruth. This book is a great love story and throughout it, it demonstrates Gods providential care for mankind. We are not for sure who wrote the book of Ruth, although some have given Samuel the credit for such writing. In accordance with Jewish ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

Need A Do-Over?

Contributed by Don Jaques on Dec 29, 2005

Since God is full of grace, life do-overs are possible. Humility is the only pre-requisite.

INTRO: There have been a few times in my life where I’ve wanted a do-over. • The time I wrote an “anonymous” love note to a girl in junior high, only to have her figure it out and tell one of my worst enemies. • The time I locked my knees in my wedding ceremony and almost fainted. • The time I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-22, Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Starting Over...again Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Jul 14, 2003

Finding success where we once experienced failure.

Moses was once again wondering whether or not he had been a failure. God had given him a chance to start over but it wasn’t going as he had expected...again. Forty years earlier he had tried to deliver the Israelites from Egyptian bondage through his own devices. Humbled and made wiser on the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 5:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

Over Re Acting Series

Contributed by Tom Burkholder on Sep 2, 2005

In the drama of life, how do you respond? There are many things that are beyond our control: the person that yells at us, the person that cuts us off in traffic, the store clerk that talks on the phone instead of helping us, the employee that never seems

Over Re Acting Series: Melodrama or Mellow-drama - Act 3 Introduction: In the drama of life, how do you respond? There are many things that are beyond our control: the person that yells at us, the person that cuts us off in traffic, the store clerk that talks on the phone instead of helping us, ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Stumbling Over Jesus

Contributed by Charles Scott on Feb 25, 2008

The people of Jesus’ day, like people of our own time, often stumble because of Jesus’ claims and his call to discipleship.

Stumbling Over Jesus Matthew 11__2-10 Advent3 Sun, Dec 16, 2007 Third Sunday in Advent Now when John in prison heard of the works of Christ, he sent word by his disciples, and said to Him, "Are You the Expected One, or shall we look for someone else?" And Jesus answered and said to them, "Go ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-10

Denomination: Anglican

Obedience Over Sacrifice

Contributed by Greg Johnson on May 6, 2007

Why is obedience more important to God than sacrifice? Obedience is more important than sacrifice because we can sacrifice without loving God, but we obey God because we love Him. Jesus said (John 14:15 NIV) "If you love me, you will obey what I comman

Obedience over Sacrifice By Greg Johnson May 6, 2007 http://www.LovingGodFellowship.org One of King Saul’s major flaws was that he tried to spiritualize his disobedience to God and His Word. He was neither authentic nor transparent and was constantly trying to act spiritual in the midst of his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:20-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Extreme Make Over Series

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Dec 15, 2007

Acts 9 is one of the most exciting chapters in the early history of the church. The conversion of Saul of Tarsus, the leading persecutor of the early church was perhaps the greatest event in church history after the coming of the Holy Ghost at Pentecost.

AN EXTREME MAKE-OVER Acts 9:1-31 Acts 9 is one of the most exciting chapters in the early history of the church. The conversion of Saul of Tarsus, the leading persecutor of the early church was perhaps the greatest event in church history after the coming of the Holy Ghost at Pentecost. If you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Over Fear

Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Jul 4, 2008

A SERMON THAT DEALS WITH THE DESTRUCTIVE POWER FEAR CAN HAVE IN A CHRISTIAN PERSONS LIFE!!

FAITH OVER FEAR REV 2:8-11 INTRO: THE WORDS OF CHRIST TO THE CHURCH AT SMYRNA 1: FIRST AND THE LAST A) JESUS IDENTIFIES HIMSELF B) THE ONE WHO IS NOW C) THE ONE WHO WAS THEN D) AND THE ONE WHO WILL BE POINT: CHRIST IS SPEAKING IN A WAY THAT IS COMFORTING AND ALSO EMPOWERING TO THE CHRISTIAN ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:7-11

Denomination: Other

Triumph Over Trials

Contributed by Victor Nazareth on Mar 24, 2008

Adversity, Trials, Problems, Giants, Goliaths are a constant part of every saint’s life. We need to have a fresh perspective on these.

Introduction: Oswald Chambers writes, "A saint’s life is in the hands of God as a bow and arrow in the hands of an archer. God is aiming at something the saint cannot see; He stretches and strains, and every now and again the saint says, "I cannot stand any more." But God does not heed; He goes on ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2

Denomination: Charismatic

Grumbling Over Grace

Contributed by Robert Drake on Apr 14, 2008

We need to learn how not to be jealous of another persons blessing and be happy for them.

Grumbling Over Grace Matthew 20: 1-16 This parable grows out of a reply to a statement made by Peter. Peter’s statement was the aftermath of Jesus’ parable about the rich young ruler. Peter said you told the rich young ruler to go and sell everything he had and follow you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Baptist