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Scouting Report

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Jul 14, 2003

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Just as sports teams scout their opponent, we are not unaware of the schemes of Satan, our mortal enemy.

Scouting Report TCF Sermon July 6, 2003 2 Cor. 2:10-11 If you forgive anyone, I also forgive him. And what I have forgiven--if there was anything to forgive--I have forgiven in the sight of Christ for your sake, in order that Satan might not outwit us. For we are not unaware of his schemes. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18, 2 Corinthians 2:10-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Nehemiah's Nemeses

Contributed by Jim Bennett on May 2, 2015

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Some reflections on Nehemiah's opponents, Sanballat and Tobiah; sermon for a church about to vote on a building program.

Last week as we spoke about Nehemiah and God’s vision for the rebuilding of Jerusalem’s wall, I hope one theme came through loud and clear: When God wants something, He’s going to get what He wants. The only question for us is, “Who is on the Lord’s side?” In ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:10

Denomination: Baptist

When Death Lost It's Grip

Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Feb 20, 2016

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When it come to Jesus, the undefeated opponent called death lost it’s grip.

INTRO: 1. ILL. A little boy and his father driving down the road on a spring day when a bee flew into the window. The boy began to panic because he was deathly allergic to it’s sting. The father quickly reached out and grabbed the bee, squeezing it and releasing it letting the bee buzz again ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:22-36

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus And The Sycophants Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 9, 2013

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You might want to look up the word 'sycophant' in a dictionary. It well describes Jesus' opponents in this passage

Jesus and the Sycophants John 5:31-47 Introduction Last week we talked about the heated discussion that erupted between The Jews who were angry that Jesus had healed and done other work on the Sabbath and Jesus. The Jews got further enraged when Jesus answered them in a way in which He had ...read more

Scripture: John 5:31-47

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Antichrists And The Antichrist Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 23, 2012

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Many people have set themselves up in direct opposition to Christ, but the most successful opponent is yet to come.

Antichrists and THE Antichrist (topical) 1. We were all shocked to hear of the horrible massacre at a Colorado movie theater. 2. I don’t know if violence is growing, but it seems to be. If it things continue to deteriorate, society will probably surrender some of our freedoms for security. This ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:8-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Beatitudes: "How To Be" Attitudes

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jan 31, 2005

based on 28 ratings

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The Beatitudes: "How to Be" Attitudes 1) Toward God 2) Toward our neighbor 3) Toward our opponents

Have you ever played Balderdash? It’s a game where you guess the meaning of obscure words. Take the word “pleach” for example. Does “pleach” mean 1) a peach scented bleach, 2) the curved handle of a plough, or 3) the interweaving of tree branches? The correct answer is # 3. Pleach is the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Faith's Results

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Sep 28, 2007

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There she was, a barren woman being battered by her opponent. And in her desperation, we responded with faith; faith that changed the course of Israel.

Passage: 1 Samuel 2:1-11 Intro: Faith is exercising trust in God without knowing the result. 1. isn’t that what it says in Hebrews PP Hebrews 11:1-2 2. let’s take a look at one of those ancients today as we start a summer series from the OT titled: “Believe Him or Not” 3. we’ll ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Guilty Until Proven Guilty Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 27, 2008

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As followers of Jesus, we must argue our case fairly, even when our opponents do not. They do not set our agenda.

Guilty Until Proven Guilty (Acts 6:8-15) 1. Many changes come to us a step at a time. I came across of illustration of this regarding trapping wild pigs. You catch wild pigs by finding a suitable place in the woods and putting corn on the ground. The pigs find it and begin to come everyday to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:8-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Forgiveness

Contributed by Michael Fredette on Jul 20, 2019

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Authors of a books shape and tell you a story, they include all kinds of information What is the situation? Who is the opponent? What is the conflict? Who is the hero?

Authors of a books shape and tell you a story, they include all kinds of information What is the situation? Who is the opponent? What is the conflict? Who is the hero? Our Bibles are no different Hebrews 5:9 And being made perfect, he became the author of eternal salvation unto all them ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:9

Denomination: Baptist

The Proof And The Promise (Transfiguration Sunday 2023)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Feb 17, 2023

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Peter had his experience of the transfiguration of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ against his opponents whose credibility could not hold water!

THE PROOF and the PROMISE (Transfiguration Sunday 2023) 2 Peter 1:16-21 For we did not follow cleverly devised myths when we made known to you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but we had been eyewitnesses of his majesty. (17) For he received honor and glory from ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-21

Denomination: United Methodist

The Limits Of Peace Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Aug 21, 2007

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The cross of Christ not only brings peace, but also division. When faced with opposition and division, disciples of Christ stand firm while loving and respecting their opponents.

Luke 12:49-56 “The Limits of Peace” INTRODUCTION The night sky was cloudless and filled with stars. Shepherds watched their flocks, while they huddled around a campfire. Suddenly, they were surrounded by a multitude of angels. They were told not to fear because the angels brought them good ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-56

Denomination: Lutheran

Trick Questions - Probing Answers Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Nov 26, 2006

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Jesus’ opponents try to trip him up, but his answers back reveal much about the human character and how many of us "play" church.

In a way this chapter is a direct attack against Jesus’ authority as the King and Messiah He has just claimed to be. They were not engaging in a verbal dialogue to discern the truth, they were engaged in verbal warfare in a public relations game to discredit Jesus and eventually kill him. Verses ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:1-47

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

A Frightening Vision Of A Present Day Kingdom

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Mar 28, 2012

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Here is a highly controversial passage, yet for the bible-believer, it is really quite clear. There will be a kingdom and a fierce and powerful king, but he will choose the wrong opponent and be destroyed.

Passage: Daniel 8:1-27 Intro: When we run across a highly technical and controversial passage like this… 1. we can’t figure out the “so what?” 2. that quickly goes to “who cares” 3. God has a purpose, so don’t miss it while we dive into this ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 8:1-27

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Many Rebellious People Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 27, 2011

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1- Rebellious people are deceptive talkers 2- Rebellious people are false teachers 3- Rebellious people are lazy gluttons 4- Rebellious people are corrupt opponents

INTRO.- ILL.- After it was disclosed that President George H. Walker Bush banned broccoli aboard Air Force One, the nation was embroiled in "broccoli discussion." Remember when? As broccoli growers dispatched 10 tons of the vegetable free to Washington, the President reiterated his distaste with ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:10-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Battle Line Has Been Drawn

Contributed by Jonathan Falwell on Sep 3, 2007

based on 18 ratings

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We need a powerful army of Christians who are fully committed to going to battle; committed to standing arm in arm, locked together, as we face the formidable opponent that is Satan.

The Battle Line Has Been Drawn For the past 8 weeks, we have talked about building our lives and our church for Christ. We’ve talked about preparing ourselves for His service, about committing ourselves to becoming His willing servants. Why? We talked about it last week, because we serve a God ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-14, Ephesians 6:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

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