This sermon reflects on the hymn sung, acknowledging the millions still without God and the hope of a future gathering in heaven. It emphasizes enduring trials with God's guidance, seeking spiritual transformation, and the need to prioritize eternal matters over earthly concerns. The message draws parallels to the story of David facing Goliath, highlighting the importance of relying on God's strength in impossible situations.

George Verwer emphasizes the power of prayer as a vital weapon in spiritual warfare, urging believers to engage deeply in personal and communal prayer. He recounts the story of a devoted woman who prayed for 17 years for a high school, illustrating how her faith and intercession led to significant spiritual impact. Verwer stresses that prayer must be motivated by love and sincerity, warning against the dangers of seeking human recognition in prayer. He encourages listeners to cultivate a genuine prayer life, focusing on God's glory rather than personal accolades, and to recognize the urgency of prayer in fulfilling the Great Commission. Ultimately, he calls for a return to the foundational practice of prayer as the means to achieve God's purposes in the world.

This sermon emphasizes the power of God over any challenge or demonic force, highlighting the importance of surrendering to God and allowing Him to handle all difficulties. It encourages believers to trust in God's strength to overcome trials and to rely on His Word to transform and perfect them in love, contrasting a living faith with a dead, historical knowledge of the Bible. The message warns against false doctrines and the danger of seeking perfection through human efforts rather than through faith in Jesus Christ.

In this sermon, the preacher discusses the reign of Solomon as king in Jerusalem for 40 years. The first four years were characterized by blessings. The preacher emphasizes the importance of removing any sinful influences from our lives and being accountable to others. He warns against allowing high places, or areas of temptation, to remain in our lives, as they can lead to yielding to temptation and compromising our testimony. The consequences of allowing high places to remain include providing easy opportunities for temptation and drawing us away from our spiritual desires. The preacher encourages believers to take action and remove these high places from their lives.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the need for Christians to be conquering warriors in the spiritual war. He describes how many believers have become complacent and are simply waiting for the enemy to attack. The preacher challenges young men to rise up and embrace the challenge of being a soldier for God. He outlines the rules for this war, which include humility, brokenness, holiness, freedom from sin, love for souls, and self-denial. The sermon also highlights the importance of unity among Christian soldiers and the sobering reality of the spiritual battlefield.

In this sermon, the speaker shares his experiences as a missionary in a foreign culture. He describes the challenges of communicating the gospel to people who have different beliefs and ways of thinking. The speaker emphasizes the importance of using spiritual weapons to tear down strongholds and destroy deceptions in order to reach people with the truth of Christ. He also highlights the need for cultural understanding and adaptation in order to effectively share the gospel in different contexts.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the power of having a vision and purpose in the Christian life. He uses the example of Nehemiah and the rebuilding of the wall to illustrate how a clear vision can unify and energize people. The preacher highlights the need for Christians to have a new understanding of God's purpose and will in order to be unified and focused. He also emphasizes the importance of having a divine imperative and a deep personal encounter with Jesus Christ, which will enable believers to persevere in the face of trials and temptations.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of prayer and faith in God's ability to intervene in difficult situations. He shares stories of miraculous answers to prayer, such as a hot water bottle being sent in response to a young girl's desperate prayer and a doctor being rescued from rebel soldiers through the power of prayer. The speaker encourages the audience to believe in God's ability to act and to actively participate in prayer. He also addresses the question of why God chooses to work through prayer, highlighting the mystery and importance of our role in partnering with God through prayer.

This sermon delves into the journey of Menno Simons, highlighting his transformation from a hypocritical priest to a fervent preacher of true faith. It emphasizes the importance of being born again, living a changed life, and manifesting love, obedience, and non-resistance as fruits of true faith. Menno's teachings stress the need for a genuine conversion that reflects Christ's character in actions and attitudes.

The sermon transcript discusses the importance of meeting people where they are, including businessmen who may be busy. The speaker emphasizes the need for honesty and open communication when it comes to financial support in ministry. They also highlight the importance of prayer and action, urging for tangible steps to be taken rather than just talk. The transcript mentions the need to mobilize laypeople and not solely rely on full-time workers for fundraising efforts.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of living a life free from selfishness and pride, urging believers to adopt humility, unselfish love, and generosity towards others. It contrasts the selfless attitude of Jesus with the selfishness often found in society, highlighting the need to prioritize spiritual growth over cultural norms. The speaker encourages a sincere commitment to eliminating selfish tendencies and embracing the mindset of Christ, seeking true happiness and fulfillment in a devoted Christian life.

In this sermon, the speaker discusses the life and beliefs of Charles Templeton, a prominent preacher who later became an atheist. Templeton wrote a book called "Farewell to God, Why I'm Not a Christian" before his death. The speaker then transitions to the topic of war, stating that the wars happening in the world are minor compared to the "real war." The speaker references 1st Peter chapter 5, emphasizing the importance of humbling oneself before God and casting all cares upon Him. The sermon concludes with the reminder that Satan only has power if it is given to him, and that believers should not give him authority over their lives.

In this sermon, the preacher begins by describing a scene where a man is wrapped in the Union Jack and the Stars and Stripes, symbolizing protection and courage. The preacher then introduces the concept of putting on the whole armor of God, which is explained as putting on Christ and finding protection against the devil. The preacher acknowledges that sometimes the devil seems to get through, and suggests three possible causes for this. The sermon then focuses on the passage from Ephesians 6:10-12, where the apostle Paul encourages believers to be strong in the Lord and put on the whole armor of God to stand against the wiles of the devil. The preacher emphasizes that as believers, we are engaged in a spiritual war and need to be prepared for the counterattacks of the enemy.

In this sermon, the speaker begins by sharing his experience of feeling challenged by his audience to say something interesting. He then mentions his preaching journal and a sticker for the Logos Hope Power Up, suggesting that prayer should be offered for it. The speaker offers a prayer of gratitude and emphasizes the importance of salvation and the presence of the Holy Spirit. He discusses the four elements of Paul's Gospel: the Word of God, the power of God, the Spirit of God, and deep conviction. The speaker encourages the next generation to boldly share the message of the Gospel, but cautions against simply memorizing Bible verses and approaching Muslims without understanding their perspective. He shares an anecdote about a doctor from Northern Ireland who was challenged by a mosque leader. The speaker concludes by expressing his belief in the power of storytelling and the need for effective communication in sharing the Gospel. He also mentions the organization OM and its potential for great works.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the power and authority that God gives to those who are in difficult situations and have had enough of their enemy's oppression. The preacher uses the story of Jael from the Bible to illustrate this point. Jael, a woman whose family was compromised by the enemy, took a stand against the captain of the enemy army and ultimately killed him. The preacher encourages listeners to take spiritual authority in their own lives and homes, resisting the temptations and influences of the devil.

In this sermon, the preacher discusses the revolutionary nature of the truth found in the teachings of Jesus. He uses a football game as an analogy to explain the different approaches of offense and defense in winning a game. The preacher emphasizes that Jesus did not come to simply offer a motivational message or temporary solutions, but to revolutionize the world with the radical truths of the kingdom of heaven. He highlights the aggressive nature of the gospel, both through the working of the Holy Spirit in convicting people of sin and through the true church spreading the message. The preacher also references the Apostle Paul's teachings in Romans to support the idea that God has given all of humanity a conscience and a testimony of His existence.

In this sermon, the speaker discusses how Christ regains control of the earth through the judgment of seals, trumpets, and bowls. The next three chapters of Revelation explain how these judgments unfold in a telescoping fashion. The seventh trumpet blast signals the beginning of the rapid-fire seven bowl judgments, which take place in the last few months and days of human history before Jesus Christ returns. The sermon emphasizes the epic nature of this time, describing it as both the worst of times and a season of darkness, but also a time of hope and praise as the kingdoms of this world become the kingdoms of our Lord and His Christ.

In this sermon, the speaker shares his personal experience of feeling called by God to reach out to the 800 million Muslims who are at risk of not knowing Christ. He recounts a story of a team from OM who went to Libya in 1972 and were arrested for distributing the Gospel of Luke. However, they were able to show the Jesus film in Arabic to the people in their homes, leading to many conversations and Bible studies. The speaker emphasizes the importance of not underestimating what God can do and warns the audience about the potential for God to call them to longer-term commitments and deeper prayer.

In this sermon transcript, the speaker begins by praising and adoring God for his goodness, mercy, and unchanging love. They express gratitude for the opportunity to serve as witnesses and messengers of God's grand purpose in saving humanity. The speaker also acknowledges the help and protection received during their time abroad and asks for continued guidance and preparation for an upcoming occasion. The sermon emphasizes the importance of sharing experiences and testimonies and ends with a prayer for God's presence and accompaniment.

This sermon discusses the concept of dealing with spiritual warfare in high places, whether through physical actions like flying planes to high altitudes or climbing mountains to confront demonic strongholds. It emphasizes the importance of being aware of spiritual battles and the need to bind the strong men, representing spiritual principalities. The message also touches on the role of believers in evangelism, highlighting the spiritual blindness caused by the enemy and the necessity of penetrating that darkness with the light of Christ. Additionally, it delves into the story of David and Goliath, illustrating the preparation and determination required to face and overcome spiritual giants.

Carter Conlon emphasizes the necessity of complete surrender to God in his sermon 'Casting Down Imaginations.' He explains that true spiritual warfare involves casting down strongholds and imaginations that oppose the knowledge of God, and that this can only be achieved through the power of the Holy Spirit in surrendered vessels. Conlon urges believers to allow God to reveal and overthrow any unsurrendered areas in their hearts, as these can hinder their ability to effectively share the gospel and bear fruit for God's kingdom. He highlights the importance of being vessels of truth, fully committed to God's will, in order to challenge the darkness in the world around us.

Shane Idleman addresses the urgent need for the church to confront the issue of pornography and sin, emphasizing that casual Christianity is insufficient in the face of extreme spiritual attacks. He encourages believers to adopt an offensive stance against sin, utilizing the power of the Holy Spirit to achieve victory and pursue holiness. Shane stresses the importance of removing triggers for sin, making no provision for the flesh, and actively seeking accountability and support. He highlights that true freedom comes from a deep relationship with Christ, where believers are filled with the Spirit and equipped to resist temptation. Ultimately, Shane calls for a serious commitment to holiness and a rejection of compromise in the Christian walk.

Shane Idleman emphasizes the critical need for the Holy Spirit in the church and individual lives, warning that many may not realize the Spirit has departed from them. He reflects on the importance of spiritual eyesight and the dangers of quenching the Spirit, using the story of Samson to illustrate how one can fall into bondage when disconnected from God's power. Idleman encourages believers to seek a deeper relationship with the Holy Spirit, reminding them that true strength comes from surrendering to God. He concludes with the hope that even in despair, God can restore and empower those who cry out for His help.

Mike Bickle emphasizes the New Testament model for spiritual warfare, focusing on the importance of prayer in pulling down spiritual strongholds in both personal lives and cultural contexts. He identifies three types of strongholds: personal, cultural, and cosmic, explaining how demonic powers influence societal beliefs and laws. Bickle highlights that spiritual warfare is not about confronting demons directly but rather about agreeing with God through prayer, worship, and proclaiming truth. He encourages believers to engage in identificational repentance and to act in the opposite spirit of the prevailing darkness in their communities. Ultimately, he asserts that the power of prayer and worship is essential for driving back demonic influences and fostering spiritual revival.

Shane Idleman emphasizes the urgent need for Christians to reclaim the nation through spiritual warfare, advocating for prayer, humility, and love as the true weapons against societal evils. He highlights America's foundation on God's Word and the importance of men stepping up as spiritual leaders in their families and communities. Idleman warns against spiritual apathy and encourages believers to be watchful and bold in their faith, especially in the face of rising moral challenges. He calls for a return to righteousness and the necessity of prayer and worship to combat the darkness in society. Ultimately, he stresses that true change begins with individuals trusting in God and actively engaging in spiritual battles.