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Responding To Enemy Behavior

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Oct 15, 2010

Believers should respond to opposition with love, prayer and a witness for their Savior.

Responding to Enemy Behavior Matthew 5:43-48 INTRODUCTION A. Lifeguard rescuing a drowning person. 1. Suppose it was your best friend or just a casual acquaintance. 2. We would probably risk our life to save them. 3. But suppose the drowning person was a contemptible person, your enemy. 4. Someone ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Baptist

The Conflict Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Feb 19, 2012

When you experience conflict as a result of following Jesus, you are not headed in the wrong direction. Instead that’s a sign you are being faithful to the Gospel.

The Conflict Matthew 10:22-25 Last week we learned if we are going to commit to following Jesus then we need to make sure we know what we’re signing up for because following Jesus can lead to pretty hazardous work. When you follow Jesus, you surrender your will, you surrender your freedom, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:22-25

Denomination: Methodist

Shiphrah & Puah

Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 4, 2013

2 valiant women stood up to the most powerful king, chose to obey God rather than men, and were dream-birthers, possibly bringing to birth the deliverer of all God's people!

SHIPHRAH & PUAH Ex. 1:8-22 (omit 14 & 20) INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: The convert 1. A stereo-type of Jews is that they only think about money. 2. Two Jews -- Abe and Shlomo -- were strolling down the street one day when they happened to walk by a Catholic Church. It had a big sign posted that ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 1:8-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus Turns Saul Around Lesson 40 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 19, 2018

Jesus turns Saul around

A. INTRODUCTION: PAUL’S BACKGROUND 1. Perfect birth. “Circumcised the eighth day, of the stock of Israel, of the tribe of Benjamin, a Hebrew of the Hebrews” (Phil. 3:5). 2. Perfect life. As touching the law, a Pharisee . . . touching righteousness which is in the law, blameless” (Phil. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:3

Denomination: Baptist

Standing Firm For The Truth Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jun 21, 2020

In this text, we see the jealous scheme of men, the unwavering stand of the disciples and the amazing signs of God. We can trust in God's providence.

Hi, a very good morning to you and welcome back. We praise God for being gracious to us, keeping everyone safe and well. • We thank God for His Word, that’s our hope and strength. • We want to wish all our fathers a happy and blessed Father's Day. Thank you, fathers, for your love and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-5, Acts 5:27-42

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Standing Up To Opposition Series

Contributed by Scott Jewell on Sep 30, 2016

We praise God when life is good, how do we respond when facing oppostion? We look at the aftermath of the miracle at the Beautiful Gate.

It’s easy to praise God when things are going well, isn’t it? The boss commended you on a job well one. The kids have been unusually obedient this week. All the bills got paid before the money ran out. Life is good, praise God! But what about when times get tough? Will you praise ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A New Life In Jesus Christ

Contributed by James Dina on Apr 1, 2023

"Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new" (2 Corinthians 5:17).

A NEW LIFE IN JESUS CHRIST "But the Lord said to him, "Go, for he is a chosen instrument of mine to carry my name before the Gentiles and kings and the children of Israel (Acts 9:15). A new life puts an end to the former way of life. A new life represents a newly born baby who has come ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:15, 2 Corinthians 5:17, John 16:33

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Should The People Of God Build?

Contributed by Paul Robinson on Jan 7, 2023

There are times in the Christian life when the enemy will assault us. How should we respond? How can we build our lives, our families, when we are under attack? We can learn from Nehemiah.

In Arnold Dallimore’s short biography of Spurgeon, he has one chapter entitled, “Daily Life in the Great Church,” which includes the following: “The Metropolitan Tabernacle was not, as some have assumed, merely a highly populated preaching center. . . Apart from the sick and infirm, there were very ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Rev. # 38~12:1-3 ~the Woman Israel~ Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Jan 24, 2010

with chapter 12 -14:20 we have another parenthetical portion of Revelation that tells us about seven great personages of the Tribulation, particularly of the last half.

Rev. # 38~12:1-3 ~THE WOMAN ISRAEL~ 1-16-10 Today we’ll began-studying chapter 12- and with chapter 12 -14:20 we have another parenthetical portion of Revelation that tells us about seven great personages of the Tribulation, particularly of the last half. These seven personages ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Where Is God When Life Falls Apart? Series

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Mar 31, 2014

How can a loving God allow innocent people to be hurt so badly?

- When was the last time a trip to the theater left you truly inspired about God? - Movie "God’s Not Dead" - Here in town - Freshman college student Josh Wheaton's faith is challenged by his philosophy professor, who believes God does not exist. He has to defend God's existence to the entire ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

7th Seal & 1st 4 Trumpets (Revelation 8)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 30, 2020

Let’s look at the final of seven seals and the first four of seven trumpets in Revelation 8.

Let’s look at the final of seven seals and the first four of seven trumpets. 7th Seal - Silence Revelation 8:1 And when he had opened the seventh seal, there was silence in heaven about the space of half an hour. Whether or not the seals or the scroll is being revealed is unclear, so we will ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Remember The Earlier Days Series

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 14, 2014

To show that we need to remember our roots and how we suffer for the sake of the gospel and move on towards GOD's plan for us.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you remember the days when you got born again? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to remember our roots and how we suffer for the sake of the gospel and move on towards GOD's plan for us. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 10:32 (New International Version) ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:32

Denomination: Pentecostal

An Outline Of Acts 16:16-24

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Sep 22, 2022

Lydia and others had believed the Gospel. Paul, Silas, Luke, and other members of this team were staying in Philippi to preach and teach. But trouble was just around the corner for these men.

Trouble for the Team in Philippi Introduction: After Lydia and presumably others believed the Gospel, Paul, Silas, Luke, and other members of this team stayed in Philippi to preach and teach. The Church in Philippi grew from this small group (see Paul’s letter to the Philippians) to a great ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-24

Denomination: Baptist

Sixteenth Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year C: Martha And Mary

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jun 1, 2022

When Martha brought her stress and complaints to Jesus, he heard her deepest need. He wanted Martha’s soul to catch up to her body.

A journalist with Bon Appetit Magazine asked readers to submit examples of their worst dinner party experiences. A woman names Bea Stein wrote about how the candles on her patio table fell over and set the whole table on fire. Another hostess had 50 guests coming over for brunch when the city ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Catholic

Hatred

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Oct 15, 2011

They know the way they are living, so to put a Christian down makes them feel better about themselves.

Strife-bitter conflict or rivalry: bitter and sometimes violent conflict, struggle, or rivalry Hatred is inescapable. Sooner or later, despite all our precautions, someone, somewhere will hate us. And if we're followers of Jesus, it will happen sooner rather than later. In John 15:18-16:4, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:12

Denomination: Baptist