Sermons on Avoiding Evil:

Highway To Heaven

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 25, 2011

Jesus is the only highway to heaven. Using road signs, this evangelistic Easter message shows that the only way to heaven is on the road marked "Jesus."

Highway to Heaven Rev. Brian Bill Easter 2011 4/24/11 Everywhere we turn there are signs but sometimes they are very confusing… Some send contradictory messages… And others are too strict or simply too confining for us… We’re all on a journey; in fact life ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Can I Trust The Bible? Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jun 7, 2010

So many people today don't want to place their faith in the Bible saying it is an outdated and irrelevant book... I beg to differ!

Sermon Brief Date Written: June 1, 2010 Date Preached: June 6, 2010 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Great Questions of Our Faith Sermon Title: Can I Trust the Bible? Sermon Text: 2 Tim 3:16-17 [ESV] 16 All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

When Everything Seems Hopeless

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 10, 2018

What do you do when everything seems hopeless and you don't know what to do? The events in the life of Jehoshaphat provide encouragement when we face trials, trouble, and impossible situations.

When Everything Seems Hopeless 2 Chronicles 20:1-29 Introduction: The story is told of a man named Brian Hice of Provo, Utah, who had a single day that takes the cake. First, his apartment became flooded from a broken pipe in the apartment above his. So, his manager told him to go rent a water ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-29

Denomination: Baptist

Enhancing Cross-Cultural Evangelism With Spirit Led Ceremonies

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 11, 2001

Enhancing Cross-Cultural Evangelism With the Use of Spirit Led Ceremonies

ENHANCING CROSS-CULTURAL EVANGELISM WITH CEREMONIES Introduction - In a cross-cultural evangelism class one of the students shared an interesting case study of how a deficient understanding of the importance of ceremonies hindered the spread of the gospel in Kaduna State, Nigeria. In Dumi ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Live A Life Of Holiness In A Tainted World Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Jun 13, 2013

Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord.

What holiness means; the word holiness is a noun that means "state or character of being holy." Holy is an adjective that means "belonging to, derived from or associated with a divine power” and also "set apart to the service of God. Holiness must be the goal of every person who is serious ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lessons From The Book Of Job

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Mar 7, 2020

Seven lessons the book of Job teaches us

Lessons from the book of Job Recently, I saw a post on Facebook from a person who said it seemed like the devil is always bothering her. A person who had been reading the book of Job responded and said God allows Satan, the devil, to do things in our lives. And the person says that when God allows ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-22, Job 2:1-10, 2 Corinthians 11:14, 1 Peter 5:8, Genesis 1:26-28, Genesis 2:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

You Must Be Born Again!

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Oct 22, 2020

This sermon focuses on Being Born Again. It explains why we need to be born again and what God has done so that we could be rescued, redeemed and restored into His Image.

Scripture: Acts 16:31 Theme: Salvation Title: You Must Be Born Again! This sermon focuses on Being Born Again. It explains why we need to be born again and what God has done so that we could be rescued, redeemed and restored into His Image. INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:31, John 1:1-4, John 3:1-17

Denomination: Nazarene

07 - James 3:13-18 Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Aug 27, 2021

This is the 7th of 11 Studies on the Book of James, in which we will be looking at the two kinds of wisdom - demonic wisdom and divine wisdom.

James 3:13-16 13 Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show by good conduct that his works are done in the meekness of wisdom. 14 But if you have bitter envy and self-seeking in your hearts, do not boast and lie against the truth. 15 This wisdom does not descend from above, but is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:18, Galatians 5:18-21, James 1:5-8, Matthew 5:8, Matthew 5:9, Isaiah 42:3, Matthew 12:20, Galatians 5:23, Matthew 5:6, Matthew 5:10-12, Matthew 5:7, Luke 23:34, Matthew 18:21-35, Matthew 5:13-16, James 2:1-13, Matthew 5:5, James 3:13-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

It's Tough To Be A Mom!

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on May 4, 2023

Rizpah is the picture of strength, patience, fortitude and courage. She is an amazing woman who helped a nation return to God.

Scripture: 2 Samuel 21:1-14 Theme: Rizpah Title: It’s Tough to Be a Mom Rizpah is the picture of strength, patience, fortitude and courage. She is an amazing woman who helped a nation return to God. INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! Happy Mother’s Day! ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 21:1-14

Denomination: Nazarene

Message In 1peter – Number 8 – Woe To You Lazy Ministers And Pastors Who Feed Yourselves And Not The Ones In Your Charge - 1peter 5:1-3 - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 19, 2023

A shepherd must NOT be driven by the world’s agenda or ideology or greed. Righteous paths today are more difficult with all the liberal theology (satanic denial), WOKE, and Marxism pervading society and the church. The pastor must be skilled to lead the sheep in correct ways.

MESSAGE IN 1PETER – NUMBER 8 – WOE TO YOU LAZY MINISTERS AND PASTORS WHO FEED YOURSELVES AND NOT THE ONES IN YOUR CHARGE - 1Peter 5:1-3 - PART 2 THE ROLES OF SHEPHERDS/PASTORS IN THE LORD’S SERVICE [A]. THE INTRODUCTION This message is PART 2 of the previous message all about ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 23:1-4, Psalm 23:1-6, Jeremiah 10:21, Jeremiah 12:10, Jeremiah 50:6-7, Ezekiel 34:1-10, Jeremiah 25:34-36, Jeremiah 3:15, Jeremiah 23:3, Jeremiah 23:4, Ezekiel 34:23-24, 1 Peter 5:1-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Devastating Consequences Of Bloodline Betrayal A Biblical Perspective Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 5, 2025

In many cases, bloodline betrayal can be seen as a manifestation of demonic influence, seeking to destroy the unity and bonds of families.

Bloodline betrayal is a profound and painful experience that can leave deep emotional and spiritual scars. The Bible provides numerous accounts of betrayal within families, highlighting the destructive nature of such actions and the devastating consequences that follow. In many cases, bloodline ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:20

Hookup Culture And Understanding The Consequences Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 7, 2025

In today's society, the concept of hookup culture has become increasingly prevalent...

In today's society, the concept of hookup culture has become increasingly prevalent, especially among young people. However, as Christians, we are called to a higher standard. The Bible provides guidance on relationships and sexual intimacy, warning us about the dangers of casual sex and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 5:1-14

The Case Of The People Of Israel Vs. God

Contributed by Craig Condon on Jan 26, 2017

We have a choice. We can live in the grasp of sin and evil, or we can give our hearts over to Jesus. He gave everything He had, including his life, to rescue us from sin, so it’s only fair that we give Him everything we have, including our lives.

How many of you have even been in court because of a lawsuit? If so, then the passage from Micah 6:1-8 sounds very familiar. This passage resembles a lawsuit that is being heard in court. Micah calls creation as a witness. The mountains, present throughout all of Israel’s history, are called ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:1-8

Denomination: Anglican

Lord, We Need Your Help! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 23, 2022

1. Help us to see Your signs (vs. 1-4). 2. Help us go against the flow of evil in our day (vs. 4). 3. Help us trust You more than ever before (vs. 5-10). 4. Help us learn to live by Your Word (vs. 6-12).

Lord, We Need Your Help! The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 16:1-12 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared August 23, 2022) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 16. This chapter begins with Jesus in the region of Magdala, and there the Pharisees and Sadducees showed up to harass our Savior. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Good Friday "savior" Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 17, 2022

Jesus is our Savior – My Amazing Savior – He is the one who came to rescue us as we were drowning in a world filled with sin. His acts of heroism for others are endless and He has saved billions from drowning in this evil world. His life saving acts to me are why I call Him “The Amazing Savior!”

Spoken Words: • Vernon – Immanuel • Jeromie – Lamb of God • Isa- Savior Sermon: Life of Christ - Good Friday - Savior Introduction: We have been looking at a few names of Jesus over the last few weeks. Jesus is known by many different names as we have been discovering over this Easter season - ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:9-10, Luke 2:47, Mark 1:22, Luke 23:34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational