Sermons on Deviation:

When The Heart Wanders From Dependence On God Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 7, 2025

This chapter uncovers the subtle danger of pride, self-reliance, and misplaced confidence, especially for those in positions of authority.

WHEN THE HEART WANDERS FROM DEPENDENCE ON GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 24:1-25 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 3:5-7, Jeremiah 17:5-8, Psalm 20:7, 1 Chronicles 21:1-30, Isaiah 31:1 INTRODUCTION: In 2 Samuel 24, David makes a critical leadership mistake that invites divine ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 24:1-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When The Heart Turns Away Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025

1 Kings 11 is one of the saddest chapters in Solomon’s story. The man who was once filled with divine wisdom, honoured by nations, and favoured by God fell because of a divided heart.

WHEN THE HEART TURNS AWAY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 11:1-43 Supporting Texts: Deuteronomy 17:17; Proverbs 4:23; Matthew 6:24; Revelation 2:4-5; James 1:14-15 INTRODUCTION: 1 Kings 11 is one of the saddest chapters in Solomon’s story. The man who was once filled with divine ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 11:1-43

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Danger Of Ungodly Alliances Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 16, 2025

As believers, we must carefully evaluate every relationship, especially those that influence our spiritual direction. Not every connection is divine. Some are demonic assignments in disguise.

THE DANGER OF UNGODLY ALLIANCES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Texts: 1 Kings 16:30-33; 21:25-26 Supporting Texts: 2 Corinthians 6:14-17; Proverbs 13:20; Deuteronomy 7:2-4; Psalm 1:1-3; James 4:4 INTRODUCTION: Relationships are powerful. They shape character, influence choices, and can determine ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 16:30-33, 1 Kings 21:25-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When A Tribe Goes Astray Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 29, 2025

A whole tribe can be led astray when leadership is corrupted.

WHEN A TRIBE GOES ASTRAY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Judges 18 The tribe of Dan stole idols and set up their own shrine (Judges 18:30–31). INTRODUCTION: The story of the tribe of Dan in Judges 18 is a sobering reminder of how easily an entire community can be pulled away from God’s ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living With Purpose

Contributed by Benjamin Sharpe on Aug 16, 2002

God has a specific goal and purpose for his Church and for each individual Christian. Satan’s intention is to cause the Church and the individual Christian to deviate from that destiny and, in so doing, to thwart the will and design of God.

Luke 4:1-13 Living With Purpose The temptation of Jesus was for the purpose of distracting him from his ultimate goal and purpose in life. And that goal, that destiny, was to go to the cross as the atoning sacrifice for humanity. Satan’s intent in the wilderness was to defeat God’s purpose for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Authority And Power Should Not Lead You Astray

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Oct 11, 2018

Authority and power should be tools in our hands for the fulfillment of the ultimate plan of God and not to lead us astray

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: AUTHORITY AND POWER SHOULD NOT LEAD YOU ASTRAY Acts 28:7-12 King James Version (KJV) 7 In the same quarters were possessions of the chief man of the island, whose name was Publius; who received us, and lodged us three days courteously. 8 And it came ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:7-12

Denomination: Charismatic

The Danger Of Spiritual Backsliding In Leadership Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 16, 2025

The story of Manasseh reminds us that leadership carries great influence—either to bring a nation closer to God or to turn it away. It also illustrates the dangers of spiritual regression and the consequences of ignoring God’s covenant.

THE DANGER OF SPIRITUAL BACKSLIDING IN LEADERSHIP By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 21:1-26 Supporting Texts: Deuteronomy 18:9-12; Hebrews 10:26-31; 2 Chronicles 33:1-20; Romans 1:21-28; Revelation 2:5 INTRODUCTION: 2 Kings 21 is one of the most tragic chapters in the history of Judah. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 21:1-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Stay In Line With God's Plan

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Oct 8, 2018

Dont give on Gods plan due to challenges or trials, be faithful to the Lord for He is faithful

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: STAY IN LINE WITH GOD'S PLAN. Acts 25:1-12 King James Version (KJV) 25 Now when Festus was come into the province, after three days he ascended from Caesarea to Jerusalem. 2 Then the high priest and the chief of the Jews informed him against Paul, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 25:1-12

Denomination: Charismatic

God Shall Speak To Your Helper Concerning You Before You Meet Him

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Jun 22, 2018

You will not just meet anybody who will decide on his own what to do for you but you shall meet one sent by God who carries specific orders as to what to do for you and He can't deviate. He shall be controlled by the Spirit of God.

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: GOD SHALL SPEAK TO YOUR HELPER CONCERNING YOU BEFORE YOU MEET HIM Acts 10:9-23 King James Version (KJV) 9 On the morrow, as they went on their journey, and drew nigh unto the city, Peter went up upon the housetop to pray about the sixth hour: 10 And ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:9-23

Denomination: Charismatic

Slip Sliding Away

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Oct 11, 2005

God’s goal with Gideon was transformation, as it was with the entire nation of Israel. But after the victory, choices were made that set the nation right back on the same road to destruction. These are choices we can make as well, or avoid.

Passage: Judges 8:22-35 Intro: “Slip sliding way. Slip sliding away. You know the nearer your destination the more you’re slip sliding away... God only knows. God makes His plan. The information’s unavailable to mortal man. We work our jobs, collect our pay. Believe we’re flyin’ down the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 8:22-35

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Identifying False Teachers Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 2, 2022

1 Timothy 6:3-10 shows us how to identify false teachers.

Scripture Paul gave Timothy instructions about three groups of people in the church: widows (in 5:3-16), elders (in 5:17-25), and slaves (in 6:1-2). Then he turned his attention to a fourth group: false teachers (in 6:3-10). Their presence was a huge problem in the churches in Ephesus. Paul showed ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:3-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Building According To The Pattern Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 2, 2025

Building according to God’s pattern is not about rigidity but about divine alignment. It calls for humility to receive instructions, discipline to follow through, and patience to wait for divine timing.

BUILDING ACCORDING TO THE PATTERN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Chronicles 28:11-19 Supporting Texts: Exodus 25:8-9, Hebrews 8:5, Proverbs 3:5-6, 1 Corinthians 3:10-11, Matthew 7:24-27 INTRODUCTION: In every generation, God seeks people who will carry out His assignments with precision, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 28:11-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Seven Sins Sneaking Into The Sancutuary-- Introduction Series

Contributed by Ken Gilmore on Mar 10, 2007

This in the introduction sermon of a series that deals with seven common sins found in the church and in the lives of "Christians".

SEVEN SINS SNEAKING INTO THE SANCTUARY Romans 12:1-2 I. Social Acceptances Romans 12:1-2 “I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. 2And be not conformed to this world: but ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1

Denomination: Baptist

Now Strengthen My Hands Series

Contributed by Steve Lawson on Jan 5, 2004

When you’re bruised and bloodied by life, press on; your creator did not send you here to start the race, but to finish it!

“Now Strengthen My Hands” – Nehemiah 6 100 Greatest Moments in Olympic History.” The Apostle Paul, in I Corinthians 9:24, says, “Run in such a way as to win the prize.” When you’re bruised and bloodied by life, press on; your creator did not send you here to start the race, but to finish ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Do Believers Deal With Homosexuality? Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 8, 2013

The Supreme Court of our nation offered a controversial decision regarding marriage this past month, and it is setting up our culture to acknowledge a lifestyle that is contrary to God's Word. How do we respond?

Sermon Brief Date Written: July 05, 2013 Date Preached: July 07, 2013 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Biblical Truths for Societal Pressures Sermon Title: How Do Believers deal with Homosexuality? Sermon Text: 1 Tim 1:3-6 [HCSB] Introduction: I want you all to know ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:3-6

Denomination: Baptist