Sermons on Confronting Evil:

Let's Make A Connection

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Aug 5, 2024

Theme: Connecting With Others (Woman at the Well) The Apostle John reveals to us some ways that we can effectively and efficiently connect with people not only in the 1st Century but in the 21st Century.

Scripture: John 4:1-26; James 1:9; Proverbs 18:13 Theme: Connecting With Others (Woman at the Well) The Apostle John reveals to us some ways that we can effectively and efficiently connect with people not only in the 1st Century but in the 21st Century. Beginning #1 – INTRO: You would have ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-26, James 1:9, Proverbs 18:13

Denomination: Nazarene

Higher Call Of Discipleship

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024

You cannot read the New Testament without seeing that any person who names the name of Christ is called to live on the high level of returning good for evil.

Introduction: This morning we come face to face with a practical problem confronting everyone here; namely, overcoming our resentment toward people we don't like. In our scripture today, Jesus suggests the higher call of Christian discipleship is not how well we get along with our friends, but ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fake News Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 10, 2019

If you want to do well in an era of “fake news,” first, don’t believe everything you hear. Instead, consult the Lord about everything; keep your word and confront the lie.

This last week, as I was preparing for this message, I came across some very interesting research. In His book, The Honest Truth about Dishonesty, Dan Ariely says, “Over the course of many years of teaching, I have noticed that there typically seems to be a rash of deaths among students' ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 9:1-27

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Hazards Ahead: Watch Out! Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 13, 2019

Life is like a journey on a winding mountain road; we need to be alert to the hazards!

Hazards Ahead: Watch Out! (Proverbs 27:4-7) 1. Moms come in all varieties. Rather than share a joke about moms, today I will share a couple of humorous true stories: My mother, a master of guilt trips, showed me a photo of herself waiting by a phone that never rings. “Mom, I call all the time,” ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:4-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

You Never Walk Alone

Contributed by Ronald Fair on Jun 1, 2002

“Yes, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for thou art with me.”

You Never Walk Alone Introduction Some years ago I read a most thrilling book entitled ‘We Who Walk Alone”. It concerned a Spanish-American War veteran who had contracted leprosy in the Philippines and had been sent back to a leper’s hospital to be isolated from home and loved ones until ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:4, Psalm 24:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

It Takes Faith And Prayer

Contributed by Frank Zerbel on Feb 4, 2005

In our lesson today, we explore "The Healing of a Boy With an Evil Spirit" Mark 9:14-29

It Takes Faith and Prayer Pastor Frank Zerbel © 2005 FORGIVEN! Community Church Mark 9:14-29 I can remember one Saturday afternoon in the 60’s as I was outside with the push mower cutting the grass for my father when two men carrying a box down our driveway caught my attention. They sat it down ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-29

Habits That Honor God.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Sep 20, 2003

Genuine love knows how to hate an evil act while loving the one who has done it.

Habits that honor God. Rom. 12:9 -- 21. 09/21/03 Paul, in the previous chapters, told us how we can be saved by the grace of God through Jesus Christ. In this chapter, he tells us how we can live for God through Jesus Christ. Paul, in verse 9,tells us the theme of this section. The theme is love. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Baptist

Faithful To The End Series

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Oct 18, 2000

Daniel is given an insight into the turbulent End Times for believers but is assured of God’s ultimate triumph over evil.

DANIEL 12 FAITHFUL TO THE END Chapter 12 is a continuation of the story of the climax of the ages. Daniel’s visions have not brought easy answers. He was told, “The wicked will continue to be wicked” (10) and distress continues to be the lot of the God’s people. The previous visions looked ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 12:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord He Is The God

Contributed by Greg Irby on Oct 18, 2000

The odds may looked stacked in the favor of evil, but Elijah is about to experience the truth that one plus God is a majority.

Introduction: This passage has it setting when the spiritual tide in Israel is at an extremely low ebb. The people have, for the most part, turned their backs on the Lord and have gone after the Canaanite god Baal. It is against this backdrop of apostasy and idolatry that the prophet Elijah ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:17-39

Denomination: Baptist

God's Final Solution

Contributed by James May on Oct 27, 2002

There is coming a day when all that is evil, corrupt and sinful will be destroyed. God has a final solution to the sin and rebellion.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:11-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Halloween

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Nov 7, 2003

Christans often think of Halloween as evil. Paul says it is not. Here is a historical, biblical and practical perspective on Halloween.

If this sermon is helpful to you look for my latest book, “The Greatest Commands: Learning To Love Like Jesus.” Each chapter is sermon length, alliterated, and focuses on the life and love of Jesus. You can find it here: www.amazon.com/gp/product/1606471120 HALLOWEEN by Scott R. Bayles, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-9

Denomination: Christian Church

Dragon Slayers (Part 1)

Contributed by Ken Pell on Jan 24, 2011

Through Jesus Christ we have victory over sin and evil; this sermon describes the nature and sources of that victory.

DRAGON-SLAYERS! Rev. 12: 10-11, 17 Sermon Objective: Through Jesus Christ we have victory over sin and evil; this sermon describes the nature and sources of that victory. Supporting Scripture: Proverbs 24:16; Luke 22:31-32; Romans 8:31-39; 1 Corinthians 10:13; 10Then I heard a loud voice in ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:10-11

Denomination: Nazarene

Dragon-Slayer! (Part 3)

Contributed by Ken Pell on Feb 7, 2011

Through Jesus Christ we have victory over sin and evil; this sermon describes the nature and sources of that victory.

DRAGON-SLAYER! (PART 3) Rev. 12: 10-11, 17 Sermon Objective: Through Jesus Christ we have victory over sin and evil; this sermon describes the nature and sources of that victory. Supporting Scripture: Proverbs 24:16; Isaiah 1:18; Matthew 3:11; Luke 22:31-32; John 12:32; Romans 8:31-39; 1 ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:10-11

Denomination: Nazarene

An Advent Alarm Awakens All

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Dec 9, 2009

Advent 1(A) - An advent alarm awakens all to put aside all evil deeds and then to be clothed with Christ.

AN ADVENT ALARM AWAKENS ALL (Outline) November 29, 2009 -- ADVENT 1 -- Romans 13:11-14 INTRO: The morning alarm clock often wakes one up from a deep sleep. The alarm jars each one from their cozy, comfortable bed. Each one wakes up and shakes off the cobwebs of sleep. One by one people ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Easter In Light Of Va. Tech

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Apr 20, 2007

Evil and sin exist in the world, even after the resurrection. Our calling is to minister to our Lord’s victory

3rd Sunday of Easter – Va. Tech Shooting, April 22, 2007 Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Almighty God, in raising our Lord Jesus from the dead, you defeated the powers of evil, and triumphed over the results of our sin. In all ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: Lutheran