Sermons on Demonic Behavior:

Gadarene Demoniac Healed Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 7, 2017

When Jesus stepped ashore, He was met by two men who were under the control of demons. There is only one Devil, so a better translation is demons. They were horrible looking and dangerous.

-AD 28- East Shore of Galilee Lesson: Gadarene Demoniac Healed Matthew 8:28-34, Mark 5:1-20, Luke, 8:26-39 -Matthew Chapter 8- 28 And when he was come to the other side into the country of the Gergesenes, there met him two possessed with devils, coming out of the tombs, exceeding fierce, so ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:28-34, Mark 5:1-20, Luke 8:26-39

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 22. The Discipline Of Attitudes (James 3:13-18) Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 3, 2021

Who among you is wise and understanding? Let him show by his good behavior his deeds in the gentleness of wisdom.

13Who among you is wise and understanding? Let him show by his good behavior his deeds in the gentleness of wisdom. 14But if you have bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your heart, do not be arrogant and so lie against the truth. 15This wisdom is not that which comes down from above, but is ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Territorial Spirits Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 26, 2025

In this sermon , we will explore into the biblical understanding of territorial spirits, their impact on humanity, and the consequences of their influence.

In the realm of spiritual warfare, territorial spirits are a concept that has garnered significant attention. These malevolent entities are believed to operate within specific geographic regions, influencing the lives of individuals and communities. In this sermon , we will explore into the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12, Daniel 10:13

A Heart Full Of Grace Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 5, 2012

Because God has made us righteous in Christ, He expects us to live righteously or with right behavior. Such behavior is the outward manifestation of the inward transformation, & the only sure proof that such inner transformation has taken place.

Matters of the Heart Series COLOSSIANS 3: 12-17 “A HEART FULL OF GRACE” In our text the Bible describes what God expects of the believer in response to what He has done for us by His Amazing Grace. Because God has made us righteous in Christ, He expects us to live righteously or with right ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Should You Fear God? Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

We think that grace means there’s nothing to fear in our behavior. And so the sanction of judgment has no place in our lives. But God is gracious and calls us back today to fear the behavior that leads to destruction.

I heard about a young boy that went off to one of these extremely expensive universities, and the bills were coming in monthly to these parents and they were struggling to keep their head above water. One day his mother received a letter from him and he said: “Dear Mom, I’m writing to inform you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-21

Denomination: Baptist

One Of Those Days

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on May 9, 2010

Have you ever had "one of those days?" One of those days; when there was a hint that things were not going to go well? One of those days when one bad thing after another seems to hit you?

During our New Testament reading ... we heard a story concerning Paul's adventure ... in Greece. Paul and Silas were on a missionary journey ... in the area of Philippi ... and initially things seemed to be going ... pretty well. One day, however, ... things began to change. A certain woman, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-34

Denomination: Anglican

The Spirit Of Household Wickedness. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 28, 2024

The Household Wicked Spirit, mentioned in Matthew 12:43-45 and Mark 7:24-30, is a malevolent entity that seeks to destroy our lives and our relationships with God and others.

The Household Wicked Spirit, mentioned in Matthew 12:43-45 and Mark 7:24-30, is a malevolent entity that seeks to destroy our lives and our relationships with God and others. It is a manifestation of Satan's power and is characterized by its ability to infiltrate and control our households, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:43-45, Mark 7:24-30, Genesis 2:17

Mark's Gospel Chapter 5 Series

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Jul 13, 2009

This is a teaching outline of this great chapter. It is suitable for you to use for either preaching or a Bible Study group.

Mark Chapter 5 Jesus’ Authority, Power, and Love I. The demonized man (1-20) A. Set up of the scene (1-5) 1. reality of demonization 2. supernatural strength 3. self destructive behavior B. Conversation with Jesus (6-12) 1. The demons knew exactly who Jesus was. 2. Jesus took command over the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-43

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It All Turning Around At Midnight

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Jan 13, 2016

What you're going through is a praise, prayer and song away from turning around

In the New York Times there was an article stipulating the population of the prison system, this article asserts that the United States of America constitutes 5 percent of the world’s population, but it houses 25 percent of the prison population. Penal Statistic’s Data reports that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dying To Sin

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 29, 2002

For Christians, dying to sin and sinful behavior is something that we will wrestle with till we die.

DYING TO SIN Text: Romans 6:1-11 It is said that Martin Luther once gave an interesting analogy. The analogy goes like this "The old Adam is a mighty good swimmer". The point of the analogy is that the old Adam "… doesn’t drown easily in the baptismal waters". (William H. Willimon. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

"Half-A-Dad"

Contributed by Ken Harris on Jun 19, 2005

The purpose of this sermon is to MOTIVATE FATHERS to model CHRISTIANITY by demonstrating LOVING BEHAVIORS to their children and the fatherless.

19 June 2005 Psalms 68:4-5a (KJV) by U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris CP Walker, Taegu South Korea BIG IDEA: GOD COMMANDS FATHERS to be full-time DADS by demonstrating loving behaviors for THEIR CHILDREN AND THE FATHERLESS. REFERENCES: If ye then, being ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 4:4-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lust Series

Contributed by Klaus Mehrl on Jul 10, 2005

A continuation of a series on unfortunate behaviors dealing with the issue of sensual lust. The sermon is rated PG.

In one movie some shipwrecked men are left drifting aimlessly on the ocean in a lifeboat. As the days pass under the scorching sun, their rations of food and fresh water give out. The men grow deliriously thirsty. One night while the others are asleep, one man ignores all the previous warnings and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Really Jesus?

Contributed by Mark Peake on Sep 26, 2007

Jesus comends a dishonest manager as a model for righteous behavior. What’s that all about?

I heard about a young lawyer who was called in from the big city to represent a large railroad company that was being sued by a farmer. It seems that the farmer’s prize cow was missing from a field through which the railroad passed, and the farmer was suing for the value of the cow. Before the case ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Turn The Page

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 28, 2009

Message encouraging people to break out of the ruts of their previous behaviors and attitudes for the new year.

Turn the Page Philippians 3:12-14 December 27, 2009 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT IS FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Me: Can you believe that we’re about to enter the 11th year of the 2000’s? Does anyone here remember the panic over Y2K? It’s kinda silly now that we ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Wesleyan

Our Name And Identity

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 24, 2009

This passage in Proverbs 22 illustrates our potential for our names, positions, judgments and behaviors.

OUR NAME AND IDENTITY Text: Proverbs 22: 1 – 2, 8 – 9 & 22 – 23 Someone once said “True wealth is not found in gold, silver or other tangible forms of treasure. It is found in the possession of a reputation for honor, integrity, and justice”. (Walter Bruggemann, Charles B. Cousar, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:1-23

Denomination: United Methodist