Sermons on Corrupted Intents:

Three Crowns And A Laurel Leaf

Contributed by James May on Aug 20, 2003

We run the race to obtain three incorruptible crowns, the crowns of righteousness, glory and life. The world runs the race to obtain a laurel leaf, corruptible crown.

THREE CROWNS AND A LAUREL LEAF 1 Corinthians 9:24-25, "Know ye not that they which run in a race run all, but one receiveth the prize? So run, that ye may obtain. And every man that striveth for the mastery is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a corruptible crown; but we an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Repentance From Sin Series

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Feb 18, 2003

PURPOSE: To bring the student to the place of experiencing true and Godly repentance. Learning to live our lives in God’s holiness, rather than the corruption of the world.

REPENTANCE FROM SIN KEY VERSE: Heb 6:1 2 Therefore, leaving the discussion of the elementary principles of Christ, let us go on to perfection, not laying again the foundation of repentance from dead works and of faith toward God, of the doctrine of baptisms, of laying on of hands, of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:1, Romans 6:23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Yeast Of The Pharisee's

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Nov 21, 2012

Jesus brings us an important message about making sure we are not acting like the pharisee's. Being careful not to let the little things corrupt us.

Yeast of the Pharisees Mark chapter 8:14-8:21 Introduction- This morning I want to look at Mark chapter 8:14-21. It is one of many accounts where Jesus is trying to teach a lesson to hard ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:14-21

Denomination: Nazarene

Freedom

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 22, 2022

There is a freedom that politics cannot guarantee, freedom from corruption and death. Israel’s freedom from slavery in Egypt was a forerunner of ultimate freedom granted in Jesus.

When we speak of freedom today, we usually think of politics, freedom from dictatorship and freedom to live as we choose. But, there is a freedom that politics cannot guarantee, freedom from corruption and death. Israel’s freedom from slavery in Egypt was a forerunner of ultimate freedom granted in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:21, 1 John 3:5, 1 Peter 1:18-19, 1 Peter 2:22

Denomination: Baptist

Devil And Its Demons Are Working Relentlessly Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 19, 2024

Devil and its demons are working relentlessly to corrupt & to deceive others. But people often forget that devil also goes for church to create confusion and division...

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Today, I want to remind you of a sobering reality: the Devil and its demons are working tirelessly to corrupt and deceive others, and they don't spare even those who gather in God's house. Yes, the Devil goes to church, too! The enemy's strategy is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:14

Spiritual Wickedness Among Some Christians Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Nov 6, 2022

Genesis 6:5 records what God saw when he looked at men on the earth. He saw the great wickedness of men and the intentions of the hearts of men which was evil all the time. This scripture indicates that wickedness is an act, an action, an intention and a thought which can be seen.

There are forces of darkness described as spiritual wickedness that are warring against a believer. These dark forces are confronted and constrained through the power of the Holy Spirit. The origin of wickedness Genesis 6:5 records what God saw when he looked at men on the earth. He saw the great ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 11:2, 1 John 5:19

Recovering From Grief & Loss Series

Contributed by Todd Leupold on Nov 3, 2008

Losses and grief are inevitable parts of our lives in a world that has been corrupted by sin. The real struggle is not in avoiding these times but in learning how to understand and deal with them when they do come.

RECOVERING FROM GRIEF & LOSS Part 6 in Series: “Does Anybody Know, Does Anybody Care?” Rev. Todd G. Leupold, Perth Bible Church, Sunday November 2, 2008 AM INTRODUCTION: If you are a human being, there is a high probability that your heart has or even is broken. A piercing. A hole. A ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-46

Denomination: Baptist

Hearing And Doing

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Mar 14, 2001

To be a genuine Christian we must be intentional about our spiritual lives, we must be consistent, and we must endure.

On February 18 of this year, we heard the disturbing news that Robert Hanssen, a 25-year veteran of the FBI and expert in counterintelligence, had been arrested on espionage charges. He is accused of passing top-secret information to the Soviet Union — and later Russia — starting in 1985. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-25

Denomination: Methodist

Commitment To The Gospel Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on Aug 7, 2006

This message will help us to examine our commitment to the gospel of Jesus Christ and affirm our intent to stand committed to it.

COMMITMENT TO THE GOSPEL Acts 5:17-32 INTRODUCTION: A. Have you ever thought about commitment? 1. We make commitments on a regular basis – some are informal and some are formal a. Informal 1) We start school – a commitment to education 2) We go to work – a commitment to a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:17-32

Denomination: Baptist

"The Mystery Of His Will" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jul 10, 2002

Revealed to us according to His kind intention which He purposed in Him. (#6 in the "Every Spiritual Blessing" series)

We cannot go farther into this study until I have explained my position concerning the wording and sentence divisions found in the New American Standard Version of the Bible. I should begin by saying that I am not a student of the biblical languages, and I do not presume to be a bible ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:9

Denomination: Orthodox

“your Attitude Stinks!”

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Dec 8, 2014

Summary: An attitude of joy is an intentional decision followed by a process. This sermon examines some Biblical steps needed for an attitude of joy.

“YOUR ATTITUDE STINKS!” Tags: Attitude General, Joy, Happy, Fulfillment (add tag) Philippians 1:3-12 Intoduction: There was once a young boy who went to spend the week with his grandfather on the farm. While walking around he noticed the chickens, they were scratching and playing ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Rope To Thread Series

Contributed by Joe Tilton on Sep 2, 2013

Is it okay to be rich? Should we "hate" our family to follow Christ? These questions are answered through understanding original intent.

September 8, 2013 Rope to Thread Definitions! What do we really understand from the words that we use? Recently, a “Mother’s Dictionary” was written that includes some ways mom understands certain words, including; Bottle feeding: an opportunity for daddy to get up at 2-am ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: *other

Developing Good Character

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on May 11, 2017

A person’s character is the sum of his or her disposition, thoughts, intentions, desires, and actions. Good Character is Godly Character.

Developing Good Character Lakewood COG | Speaker: Pastor Jonathan | May 7, 2017 Titus 2:11-13 11  For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, 12  Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-13

Denomination: Church Of God

Do Not Conform Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

As Christians, we are called not to conform to the world's patterns but to be transformed by renewing our minds. This transformation requires intentional daily living.

Let's kick things off with a little experiment. I've got a video of a chameleon here. What's the first thing you notice about it? Right, it changes colors to blend in with its surroundings. It's a survival tactic. But here's the thing, we're not chameleons. We're not meant to blend in, but to stand ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Topics: Conformity, Transformation, Social Influence, Personal Growth

My Tomorrow Must Be Greater Than Today

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 15, 2025

Life is designed by God to be progressive. His divine intention for us is not to remain stagnant or deteriorate, but to move from glory to glory.

MY TOMORROW MUST BE GREATER THAN TODAY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Haggai 2:9 Supporting Texts: Job 8:7, Proverbs 4:18, Jeremiah 29:11, Isaiah 43:18-19, Psalm 30:5 INTRODUCTION: Life is designed by God to be progressive. His divine intention for us is not to remain stagnant or ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God