Sermons on World Opposition:

Real World Parenting Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 2, 2020

Children are to obey and honor their parents because: 1) It Comes from a Command (Ephesians 6:1), 2) It Comes from the Covenant (Ephesians 6:2), and 3) It Comes with Continuance (Ephesians 6:3).

Ephesians 6:1-3 [6:1] Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. [2]"Honor your father and mother" (this is the first commandment with a promise), [3]"that it may go well with you and that you may live long in the land." (ESV) We live in an age where millions ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-3

Denomination: Other

Living In A World Of Chaos Series

Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Mar 20, 2020

We are living in a very troubling time in the world. The rapid spread of COVID-19 has turned the world upside down. The world conditions have escalated from confusion to chaos.

We are living in a very troubling time in the world. The atmosphere of our world has dramatically changed. The world conditions have escalated from confusion to chaos. In recent days this has been confirmed by the events in many countries of the world. Tragically, things must often get worse ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:6, Isaiah 24:10, Habakkuk 3:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Is The Light Of The World Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 3, 2021

Jesus will at the end of the Feast of Tabernacles when the lights are blown out make this statement. This celebration of God’s deliverance and a call to repentance for the Jewish nation will set the stage for Jesus 2nd “I Am” statement – Jesus states, “I am the Light of the world!”

Video Transition: This Place Series: Jesus the “I Am” of Renewal Thesis for Series: John uses Jesus' "I Am" proclamations to prove that Jesus was the Messiah – God in the flesh - and these proclamations are pivotal for the Jews and Christians to understand. Summary of Sermon 1: ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12, 1 John 1:5, John 8:12-59, Psalm 27:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Of Whom The World Was Not Worthy Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 28, 2021

The Bible has always been honest with us about the potential dangers of discipleship. It speaks of the real possibilities of abuse, prison and even death. Is there ever a time when it's NOT worth it to be a Christian?

CHILDREN’S SERMON – Shadrach, Meshach, & Abednego OPEN: I read an interesting article this week in Christianity Today. The title was “Was It Worth It?” and it tried to address the tragedy that’s going on now in Afghanistan. Their opening comment was this: “(Christianity Today) surveyed 15 ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:32-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Monsters In Our World”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Sep 8, 2021

Spiritual warfare. The casting out of a demon demonstrates the power of Jesus, and He is the Messiah. Includes a story about how an overcoat could not save children from a snow storm, but Jesus is big enough to save us.

In Jesus Holy Name September 12, 2021 Text: Luke 9:14-32 Text: James 2:19 Redeemer “Monsters in our World” Today’s message is not about “the way to heaven”. The text before is about our “walk with Jesus” and how we must confront evil in our world. We have arrived at chapter 9 in the ...read more

Scripture: James 2:19, Luke 9:14-32

Denomination: Lutheran

What In The World Is Worldliness?

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Sep 23, 2021

It is interesting what people can fall in love with!!!

Illus: For example, I have seen folks actually fall in love with cars, houses, boats, campers, flowers and etc. There is not anything sinful with liking these things, but there is definitely something wrong when a person fall in love with these things. You see love is something special above ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Living In A World Of Lies

Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Sep 10, 2020

We are being drawn away from the things of God. This whole drama that the news organizations are pushing is taking us away from the things of God

Living in a World of Lies 1 Timothy 4:1-2 Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils; 2 Speaking lies in hypocrisy; having their conscience seared with a hot iron; Jesus said to Pilate: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-2

Denomination: Church Of God

World Without End

Contributed by Alvan Lewis on Sep 21, 2020

Is our planet headed for oblivion? What is our future look like?

If you have been around an Anglican Church for a while there is one part of the liturgy you know by heart: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son: and to the Holy Ghost; As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be: world without end. Amen. I want to talk to you about the phrase “World ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-25

Denomination: Anglican

A Whole New World

Contributed by Emily Jache on Aug 19, 2020

Everyone knows about Daniel in the lions den. Although do you know how he actually ended up where he was in the first place?

Introduction: A whole new world. A new fantastic point of view. Song lyrics from a song from the Disney movie Aladdin, in which the thought of things changing suddenly around you would be wonderful and exciting. Imagine looking down on a city or town and experiencing the excitement and happiness. ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-12

Aligning Our World

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Feb 23, 2020

Today's message is about our getting our world aligned with God.

Getting Spiritually Aligned “Aligning Our World” Matthew 23:25-26 {Audio File: https://mega.nz/#!7AVjDChB!NnBfY-_t5BH_nMlO6KZXZ-vh5L6p8o9kVit6gAdVSHY} A very influential leader would often use Christian vernacular in his public speeches. He talked about how the blessing of the Almighty and the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:25-26

Denomination: Foursquare

Jesus Indicts The World

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 15, 2020

Have we been walking right past Jesus without recognizing Him? Let’s find Jesus. Let’s look at the Judgment of the Nations in Matthew 25:31-46.

Prelude: Have we been walking right past Jesus without recognizing Him? Purpose: Let’s find Jesus. Plan: Let’s look at the Judgment of the Nations in Matthew 25:31-46. Story: Disaster Response A fellow pastor helped after a national disaster. Some crews repaired church buildings, packed up and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Around The World

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 9, 2020

Here's a look at 10 colorful Christmas traditions in far-flung countries on different continents. Then we focus on the real meaning of Christmas as described in John 3:16 followed by an illustration that captures the sense of Christmas.

CHRISTMAS AROUND THE WORLD John 3:16 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Arjun: What do you call a snowman with a six pack? Alexander: I haven’t the foggiest. Arjun: An abdominal snowman. 2. John: What did the gingerbread man put on his bed? Zack: What? John: A cookie sheet. 3. Zoey: What do you get ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Best Of Both Worlds Series

Contributed by Niran Seriki on Dec 15, 2020

Today, we come to an interesting but important message that centres on the last days/hours of people before their death.

Many years ago, there was a man who loved God, followed His Precepts, went everywhere with others preaching and serving God. Years passed and he began to feel tired inside, he felt he was doing too much for God and too little for himself. He started talking to friends about his planned change of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Jesus The Light Of The World Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Dec 21, 2020

What does it mean to be light?

Jesus Christ who we celebrate during Christmas stated in John 8:12, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life." What did Jesus mean that He is the Light of the world? Jesus of course was giving a word picture, a metaphor; ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Light In A Dark World

Contributed by Russell Metcalfe on Feb 2, 2021

"Our lamps are going out ..." "...the love of most will grow cold..."

February 16, 1992 Exodus 27:20-21 Matthew 25:7 Our lamps are going out ... Introduction I am using The One Year Bible for personal devotions this year. February 7 there was an interesting juxtaposition of Exodus 27 and Matthew 25. There is the common theme of oil lamps and the need to keep them ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 27:20-21, Matthew 25:7

Denomination: Nazarene