Sermons on War:

Join The Resistance! Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 1, 2017

Many of us have not served in the U.S. military; we have never been trained for combat. But, as believers in Jesus, we are at war and need to brush up on our skills.

Join the Resistance! (topical) 1. When a society becomes “post Christian,” all sorts of religious evil fill the void left behind. Even atheism is a religious position, for it assumes what cannot be proven. 2. Whether it is Islam, the Eastern Religion, New Age — and all sorts of occultism. 3. ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7, Ephesians 6:13-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

True Gospel Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jan 17, 2017

Paul wants Timothy to confront some of the elders and leaders of the church who’ve deviated from the truth, Paul uses the language of a fight, of conflict and war, to describe the struggle that Timothy is engaged in

Imagine for a minute that you’re Timothy. If you can, think back to what it was like to be 30! Now, imagine you’re slightly reserved, perhaps a little timid. You’ve travelled around with Paul, but now he’s left you in charge of the church at Ephesus. At long last, you receive a letter from ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

"i'll Walk With God!"

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Nov 11, 2021

As we remember and honor our military veterans, let’s also consider three godly biblical veterans who have fought the war of faith - Enoch, Noah, & Abraham.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: Hebrews 11:5-9; Romans 13:7; Genesis 12:1-4 (A big part of the body and some illustrations in this sermon were adapted from a fine sermon by Steve Shepherd, “Veterans of War” that ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:5-9, Romans 13:7, Genesis 12:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Gog And Magog: God's War On Israel's Enemies (Ezekiel 38-39)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jun 13, 2024

Ezekiel 38-39 contains one of the greatest prophecies in the Bible, describing a massive invasion of Israel in the "latter years" by a great confederation of nations. The aftermath will show that God Almighty is the protector of HIs people.

In reading the account of the coming Gog-Magog War in Ezekiel 38-39, we need to ask some relevant questions on how everything comes to pass. First, who are the invaders of Israel mentioned in the prophecy? We read about ten proper names in Chapter 38:1-6 that help us identify the invading ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 38:1-23, Ezekiel 39:1-29, Daniel 9:27, Daniel 11:40-45, Revelation 7:9-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Shield Of Faith

Contributed by Larry Elder on Jul 14, 2003

Spiritual warfare is always continuing around us. Weather you want to fight or not you are in inlisted in the war. All believers in Jesus are either continually under attacked or conquered by our spiritual enemy.

The Shield of Faith Eph 6:16… above all, taking the shield of faith with which you will be able to Eph 4:27-28 27 and do not give the devil a foothold. NIV 2 Sam 22:36 36 You give me your shield of victory; you stoop down to make me great. As we grow together through the ministries of Open ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:36

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Lord Of The Dungheap

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 30, 2008

Much like the battles Frodo and his companions fought, there is a war raging within each of us. It the battle for our soul where our Creator God fights our enemy, the Lord of the Dungheap.

Lord of the Dung Heap The Battle Within Video – show video of the spiritual warfare skit Option One: Scene opens with a battle weary figure being lead in on a horse. Once he is helped down he says the following narrative in character with music overlay. Option Two: Play video clip of a battle ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Live Good Lives Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 15, 2009

1- Live good lives because we are aliens 2- Live good lives because sin wars against the soul 3- Live good lives because God must be glorified

INTRO.- ILL.- A woman and her little girl were visiting the grave of the little girl’s grandmother. On their way through the cemetery back to the car, the little girl asked, "Mommy, do they ever bury two people in the same grave?" "Of course not, dear." replied the mother, "Why would you think ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lesson From The Fall Of David

Contributed by Segun Omole on Dec 12, 2013

idleness opens you up to temptation. Don't seek rest when you're supposed to be fighting. Too many spiritual kings are sleeping when they're meant to be at war

Lessons From the Fall of David 2 Samuel 11 - Vs 1- at a time when Kings went to war David stayed back at home- there's a time to be at war as a christian. Be sober be vigilant..Don't be sleeping when you're meant to be fighting..idleness opens you up to temptation. Don't seek rest when you're ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

"My Own Worst Enemy”

Contributed by Bubot Parago on Dec 1, 2018

Let us hear from the mouth of our most reliable Friend, Jesus.... On HOW TO MAKE AN OPEN WAR WITH WORRY and come out of that battle victorious. It all starts in the mind. The battleground is on the mind.

We are tested by major changes, delayed promises, impossible problems, unanswered prayers, undeserved criticism, and even senseless tragedies. Human reasoning produces doubt, doubt produces fear, and fear produces anxiety.... That is why we worry a lot! The good news is that God wants us to pass ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-27, Matthew 6:33-34

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Can Defeat Your Enemy Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 4, 2020

God has promised us that we can win the spiritual war against our enemy. We can win because God is greater and more powerful, and because Satan is a defeated foe.

A. One day down at the Veteran’s hospital, a trio of old timers ran out of tales of their own heroic exploits and started bragging about their ancestors. 1. One old timer said, “My great grandfather, at age 13, was a drummer boy at Shiloh.” 2. “Mine,” boasted another, “went down with Custer at the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:4, Romans 16:20, Ephesians 6:10-18, Ezekiel 28:12-17, Isaiah 14:12-15, Revelation 12:7-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Content Of The Mystery Revealed To Paul Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 1, 2018

“Paul,” calls himself “the prisoner of Jesus Christ;” that is, a prisoner in the service of the Lord Jesus; or made a prisoner for His cause. Not a prisoner for crime or debt, or as a captive in war, but a captive in the service of the Redeemer.

Commentary on the Book of Ephesians By: Tom Lowe Date: 5/16/17 Lesson 12: The Content of the Mystery Revealed to Paul (3:1-7) Ephesians 3:1-7 (KJV) 1 For this cause I Paul, the prisoner of Jesus Christ for you Gentiles, 2 If ye have heard of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Winning The Spiritual Battle (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Jul 14, 2014

Here in our text, the Christian life is likened to a battle. Every believer must war a good warfare. How can we do this? The apostle Paul lays out a strategy for us.

Winning The Spiritual Battle (Part 3) 1 Timothy 1:15-26 www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. Many preachers today make a living off of telling people what they want to hear. They tell people that it is God’s will that they be prosperous, healthy, wealthy, and basically have a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:15-20

Denomination: Bible Church

Strategy: Learning God’s Way To Win Spiritual Warfare Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Aug 8, 2014

We are at War! When we receive Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior we are commissioned to stand in a battle. Victory only comes when we know who and how we face the battle.

Intro: Video intro from sermon Spice – Spiritual Warfare What are the three biggest mistakes you can make in warfare? 1) Not knowing you enemies strategy 2) Not having a strategy of your own 3) Not knowing you are at war. Paul has told us about riches of being in God’s family and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Four Horsemen Of The Apocalypse Series

Contributed by Dan Campbell on Mar 31, 2003

The Bible teaches that the world is headed not toward peace and unity, but toward a final, cataclysmic war, the battle of Armageddon (16). Until that climactic holocaust, things will continue to deteriorate as the world falls deeper and deeper into chao

THE FOUR HORSEMEN OF THE APOCALYPSE Revelation 6: 1-8 The Bible teaches that the world is headed not toward peace and unity, but toward a final, cataclysmic war, the battle of Armageddon (16). Until that climactic holocaust, things will continue to deteriorate as the world falls deeper and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:1-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Very Modern Ancient City

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 12, 2003

The problems that plagued Corinth - immaturity, carnality, worldly influences, division, style wars and the like - are still present today. Find out the comparisons and how to find peace in God despite the world around us.

To hear an audio version of this message, please go to: www.LivingWatersWeb.com. Imagine for me if you will, a city – bustling, modern – a major city with over six hundred thousand residents. In many ways – the city is the wealthiest, coolest, most multicultural city in the country. Trade from ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Denomination: Calvary Chapel