Sermons on Corrupt Desires:

"The Corruption Of Marriage”

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Jul 22, 2009

Sixty percent of American children born today will see their parents divorced by the time they are 18. Of those children who have suffered this pain of divorce, half of them will see a second divorce before they are 18.

“THE CORRUPTION OF MARRIAGE” Dr. Dennis Deese - www.dennisdeese.com MALACHI 2:10-16 Perhaps the best ideas about what keeps a marriage alive through thick and thin come from couples who, after decades of marriage, bask in blissful unions. Berkeley psychologist Robert Levenson is now in the ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:10-16

Correction For A Corrupt Church Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jul 26, 2012

Paul teaches the Corinthians and us that our position in Christ should have a practical impact on our daily lifestyle.

Intro: The culture of the Corinthians – sexual immorality and cultural diversity. The context (occasion of the letter) – The immoral conduct of the Corinthians was reflective of the culture instead of Christ. (Our culture and context isn’t much different) 1) Paul wanted to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Christ Of Corrupt Courts

Contributed by Chris Mccarthy on Oct 25, 2010

A rapid fire presentation of all the ways Jesus’ trials were unjust concluding with who was to blame for it all.

The Christ of Corrupt Courts Luke 22:66-23:25 October 24, 2010 If the trials of Jesus were held today in the way they were then, legal watch groups would be protesting in the streets. The arrest, trials, and execution of Jesus likely go down in history as the quickest action of any judicial ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

End Church Corruption

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jul 6, 2022

Jesus wanted to end the corruption of the Temple leaders. Is the same thing happening today? Whenever a group of humans creates an organization eventually corruption seeps in. However, this is preventable.

End Church Corruption John 2:13-23 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz John 2:13 The Passover of the Jews was near, and Jesus went up to Jerusalem. 14 And He found in the temple those who were selling oxen and sheep and doves, and the money changers seated at their tables. 15 And He made a scourge of ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-23

Denomination: United Methodist

Thyatira: Corrupted By Compromise

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 26, 2020

Although situated within the smallest of the seven cities, the church in Thyatira received the longest letter. They were faithful in their labor, but had compromised with false doctrine. Jesus challenged them regarding the toleration of false teaching.

Thyatira: Corrupted by Compromise Revelation 2: 18-29 Our text deals with the fourth church that Christ addressed in Revelation. While the church in Thyatira was situated within the smallest of the cities the Lord would address, it is interesting that they received the largest letter. The name ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Baptist

Corruption In High Places Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Oct 19, 2014

Corruption in high places - PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON BODY: Accusation – Lawlessness Practiced (vs 1-5) Condemnation – Lawlessness Punished (vs 6-8). Vindication – Righteousness Praised (vs 9-11) SERMON OUTLINE: Ill: • Victor Hugo, wrote a number of very well-known novels; • These include, ‘The Hunchback ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 58:1-11

Denomination: Brethren

Corruption And God's People Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Dec 2, 2016

The kingship was given by God to Saul, but unfortunately he took the grace of God for granted and did all kinds of evil. He lived against the will and purpose of God. Finally ended up his life in disgrace, dishonor and shameful manner. He brought curse.

I Sam 10:17-24: The Elected King This Bible Passage can be divided into three parts with three sub headings for our clear understanding. God made a covenant with Abraham to be his God, Lord and king, that covenant continued to his descendants as that of the blessings of the promises. But now ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 10:17-24

Denomination: Methodist

Thyatira - The Corrupt Church Series

Contributed by Steven Devroy on Mar 1, 2024

A church of corruption

Opener: We are excited to be here as we are continuing our sermon series this morning on the seven churches found in the book of Revelations. We have already looked at the church located in Ephesus, who they had forsaken their first love. The second church we looked at was Smyrna who ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Fall Of Corrupt Leadership Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025

1 Kings 16 is a powerful record of decline—a succession of leaders who ignored God, embraced idols, and ultimately led their people into destruction.

THE FALL OF CORRUPT LEADERSHIP By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 16:1-34 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 14:34; Psalm 75:6-7; Hosea 4:6; 1 Timothy 5:24-25; Ecclesiastes 8:11-13 INTRODUCTION: 1 Kings 16 chronicles a dark and turbulent season in the leadership of Israel. One by one, kings rose ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 16:1-34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Grace In The Midst Of Corruption Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 7, 2026

This message reveals how God releases grace to preserve, distinguish, and advance His people even when corruption dominates their generation.

GRACE IN THE MIDST OF CORRUPTION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 6:5-8 Key Verse: “But Noah found grace in the eyes of the LORD.” — Genesis 6:8 Supporting Texts: Romans 5:20-21; Titus 2:11-12; Psalm 84:11; John 1:16-17; Isaiah 1:18 Description: This message reveals how God releases ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:5-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Thyatira: The Corrupt Church Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Mar 6, 2026

A church can look alive and still be drifting. In His letter to Thyatira, Jesus warns against quiet compromise and calls His people back to wholehearted allegiance. Faithfulness is not measured by activity, but by loyalty to Christ.

# Introduction As we begin this morning, before we listen to what Jesus says to Thyatira, let’s take just a few minutes and review where we have been. We started our study by stepping into Revelation chapter 1. Jesus revealed Himself to His church. We saw Him walking among the lampstands. We ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29, Psalm 2:8-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Servitude Trumps Corruption

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 1, 2023

For a priest or Levite, Malachi’s accusation that they had “corrupted the covenant of Levi” was just about the worst word he could throw at them.

Thirty-first Sunday in Course 2023 Today the Church gives us a snippet from St. Paul’s first letter to Thessalonika, and it echoes the sentiment of our psalm. The psalmist assumes an attitude we should all aspire to: “O Lord, my heart is not haughty, my eyes not lifted high; I busy myself not with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:7-13, Matthew 23:1-12, Malachi 1:8-10, Philippians 2:3

Denomination: Catholic

The Believer And Corrupt Communication

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 27, 2025

This sermon provides a deep insight into how believers should control their words and overcome corrupt communication.

THE BELIEVER AND CORRUPT COMMUNICATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 4:29 "Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers." Supporting Texts: Colossians 3:8, Proverbs ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29, Colossians 3:8, Proverbs 18:21, Matthew 12:36-37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Soul Desire Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Nov 14, 2002

This is the third in a series I did on the Great Commandment from Mark 12.

Priority 1 Mark 12:28-34 September 15, 2002 “Soul Desire” A lawyer came to Jesus, spurred on in part by his Pharisee cohorts and, I believe, in part by a desire to know the truth. He came asking an important question; he came to the right place to get the answer. No one could ever be more ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:30

Denomination: Evangelical Free

A Queen's Desire

Contributed by Chuck Cochran on Oct 25, 2000

This sermon examines the Queen of Sheba's desire and what she recived and relates it to the Bride of Christ.

"A Queen's Desire" 2 Chr. 9:1-12 We are the Bride of Christ, and we will rule and reign with Christ in the Mill. Paul said, 2 Corinthians 11:2 For I am jealous over you with godly jealousy: for I have espoused you to one husband, that I may present you as a chaste virgin to Christ. Every ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 9:1-12, 2 Corinthians 11:2

Denomination: Baptist