Sermons on Dark Valleys:

My Need For Righteousness Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 3, 2021

Evil is more complex that you imagine. There’s greater depth to evil that you can comprehend. Evil is so widespread that it demands you consider there’s a supernatural and spiritual network of evil ones instigating criminal and immoral behavior.

Sgt. Steven McQueen of Charlie Company of First Battalion and 28th Infantry Regiment was recently shot in the head with a bullet from a machine gun. He was around twenty feet away from an insider attack in Afghanistan in 2018. An insider attack is when Taliban fighters pose as friendly Afghan ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:14

Denomination: Baptist

Don’t Give The Devil A Foothold Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 10, 2024

The devil’s primary target is our mind.

In Ephesians 4:27, the Bible warns us, "Do not give the devil a foothold." This verse serves as a reminder that we must be vigilant in protecting our minds, thoughts, and lives from the enemy's attacks. If we give Satan an opportunity, he will take control and wreak havoc on our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:43-45, Ephesians 6:10-18, James 4:7

The Danger Of Neglecting Your Spiritual Life

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 19, 2025

Spiritual negligence can ultimately result in backsliding and separation from God. It’s important to identify the warning signs early and return to fervent devotion before it's too late.

THE DANGER OF NEGLECTING YOUR SPIRITUAL LIFE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 2:1-3 Supporting Texts: 1 Timothy 4:14-16, Revelation 2:4-5, Proverbs 4:23, 2 Peter 1:5-10, Luke 21:34-36 INTRODUCTION: Many believers start their spiritual journey with great passion, discipline, and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Danger Of Neglecting God’s Presence Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 2, 2025

The presence of God is not a luxury—it is a necessity. Any leadership, ministry, or life that functions without it will suffer decline, deception, and destruction.

THE DANGER OF NEGLECTING GOD’S PRESENCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Chronicles 13:3 Supporting Texts: Exodus 33:15; Psalm 51:11; 2 Samuel 6:6-7; Hosea 4:6; Revelation 3:20 INTRODUCTION: The presence of God is the most vital necessity for any believer, leader, or nation. Without it, we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 13:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Combating Cultism And Occult Practices Among Youths Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 1, 2025

The rise of cultism and occult practices among youths is a serious spiritual crisis that demands urgent intervention through the Word of God and the power of the Holy Spirit.

COMBATING CULTISM AND OCCULT PRACTICES AMONG YOUTHS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Deuteronomy 18:10-12, 2 Corinthians 6:14-17 Supporting Texts: Leviticus 19:31, Ephesians 5:11, 1 Peter 5:8, Isaiah 8:19, Acts 19:18-20 INTRODUCTION: In our generation, the involvement of youths in cultism, ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 18:10-12, 2 Corinthians 6:14-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Provision Factor Pt 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 19, 2018

8th message in a series exploring the wonder of God as our Father. This is a continuation of looking at God as our provider.

“The Provision Factor” Pt 2 (The Fatherhood of God Pt 8) Supplement to notes from July 22, 2007 Review The Bible uses a number of visual and emotional aids to communicate the relationship between the Creator and His creation. Shield, Master, Lord, Creator, Eternal God, Almighty, Fortress, ...read more

Scripture: Amos 4:6-13, James 4:2-3, 2 Corinthians 8:12-15

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Blessings? I Didn't Think We Were Going To Make It?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 17, 2022

Things sure don't look good? I didn't think we were going to make it? God did it again!

BLESSINGS? WE DIDN’T THINK WE WERE GOING TO MAKE IT… GOD DID IT AGAIN! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Franklin Roosevelt said: We have always held to the belief and the conviction that there is a BETTER LIFE! A BETTER WORLD! BETTER IS JUST BEYOND THE HORIZON… THE PARADIGM ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:8-11, Isaiah 43:18, Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Leave The Light On

Contributed by Michael Thomas on Feb 27, 2004

There is a great difference between light and darkness, not just in the physical world, but also in the spiritual world. This sermon describes what living in the world of spiritual darkness is like and helps the hearers find out why Christians - - who are

Introduction Brian Warner once said: “Initially I was drawn into the darker side of life. But it’s really just human nature. I started to learn that everything that’s considered a sin is what makes you a human being. All the seven deadly sins are man’s true nature—to be greedy, to be hateful, to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Abuse Of Power - That Ain't Right Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 31, 2005

Halloween is a fun time that permeates our culture.... and it also has its dark and sinister side. Yet even Halloween’s dark side pales compared to an even worse threat of the occult in our nation.

OPEN: Tomorrow is October 31st. It is best known as the day of Halloween, but it also the day on which other significant events have taken place. · In 1938 Orson Welles broadcast his famous “War of the Worlds” that caused much of the United States to become panicked by the possibility that Mars ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 18:9-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Devices Of The Devil

Contributed by Mark Roper on Nov 20, 2007

Satan’s presence in our world is real. The Bible clearly teaches that our struggle to live righteously is a struggle against the dark forces of Satan that seeks to rule us. It is a struggle against the powerful rulers of darkness.

Devices of the devil 1 Peter 5:8-5:9 Satan’s presence in our world is real. The Bible clearly teaches that our struggle to live righteously is a struggle against the dark forces of Satan that seeks to rule us. It is a struggle against the powerful rulers of darkness. Our enemy is not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8-9

Denomination: Church Of God

Dead Ends Become Open Doors: Paradox Is The Rule Of Life

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Dec 28, 2021

There is something resplendent in the dark and cold. It's like a cold winter night. The snow muffles all sound, so an incredible silence takes over. It should be dark but it isn't, not really.

There is something resplendent in the dark and cold. It's like a cold winter night. The snow muffles all sound, so an incredible silence takes over. It should be dark but it isn't, not really. There is a pale orange light that shines across the horizon, all night and into the morning. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:25

Denomination: Salvation Army

Freedom From Fear Series

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Mar 22, 2009

All of us have to face death, but not all of us have to fear death. A valley is not a dead-end or a cul-de-sac, but rather a tunnel opened on both ends.

The late great trumpet player Louie Armstrong tells a story about while growing up in Louisiana, having to go down to the pond and getting water for Allie May. He gets down there and is about to scoop the water out of the pond and all of the sudden coming out of the water are these two huge eyes ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:4

Denomination: Baptist

Two

Contributed by Scott Ridout on Jul 2, 2009

A sermon from a series entitled, "Five" focusing on the five things the pastors of Sun Valley want for their congregation members. This message relates the joy and necessity of sharing your faith.

Today, we are in our second week in a series we creatively called five. And we are talking about five things that we as pastors at Sun Valley want not from you, but for you. Five things that if they were true of your life, would take your experience of God, your perspective on life and I believe, ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:6

Denomination: Baptist

Showing Up For The Battle Is Not Enough!

Contributed by David Wilson on Jul 30, 2012

The Israelites show up for Battle but are delayed because they allow Goliath to define the terms of battle. God's people need to get into the valley because it isn't fought on the hillside.

Showing Up For Battle I Samuel 17 Preached on Sunday, July 29, 2012 This is one of the most difficult sermons I have ever had to preach. I thought it would be Wednesday evening’s Bible Study, but the Lord would not let me escape preaching it on Sunday morning. The story found in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

Breakin’ Aachan

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 6, 2025

The story of Achan reminds us that hidden sin always breaks trust, breaks community, and breaks us — but in Christ, even the Valley of Trouble can become a Door of Hope.

Introduction: This morning, the message is called “Breakin’ Aachan.” Yeah, you heard me right. Because what we’re about to look at is a man who broke trust with God, broke covenant with his people, and in the end… it broke him. But the good news is this: God doesn’t just leave us in the Valley ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 2:15

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist