Sermons on Evil Decree:

The Supernatural Power Of The King, Part 1 (Matthew 8: 1-22)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Dec 31, 2024

Matthew, Chapter 8 describes the power of the Lord Jesus to heal the sick, cast out demons, and to show that following Him involves a cost that few are willing to pay.

Matthew 8: 1-4 - Jesus Cleanses a Leper Chapter 13 of the book of Leviticus gives the instructions on handling the disease of leprosy. Leprosy was a slow, lingering form of death on whoever caught it, with one of the consequences being permanently isolated from friends, family, and society. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:1-34, Mark 1:32-44, Mark 4:35-41, Luke 7:1-10, Luke 8:26-39  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Weeds Series

Contributed by Donald Pinkleton on Jul 18, 2023

One man's weed is another man's flower. Are you sure you can tell the difference?

I must admit, I was a bit troubled by this scripture passage (the Parable of the Weeds). Let me tell you why I found this unsettling: It’s about the weeds. You see, every time I walk down the sidewalk to Church, I marvel at what’s growing beside it: along with the grass, there are these small, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30, Matthew 13:36-42

Taking Sides

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Aug 6, 2023

In the battle between good and evil, God and Ba’al, the only safe place to be is squarely behind God.

Everybody loves a contest. Why else are people going to see the Buccaneers play the Vikings next Sunday? From Project Runway to the Kentucky Derby, from Jeopardy to the World Cup, we enjoy seeing experts duke it out. And we like seeing underdogs win, too. People still remember the “Miracle on Ice” ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:20-21, 1 Kings 18:30-39

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Fog Part 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 27, 2023

The eerie spiritual fog has rolled in over the Western church and Christian culture, it has descended on us because, “There is no fear of God before people’s eyes today.” This created the right atmosphere for fog to roll in and engulf our nation.”

Sermon 2: The Fog I have shared about being in the fog and the dangers of fog but we have compared natural fog to the eerie dense spiritual fog that has invaded the landscape of western culture and even churches in the last 50 years. Thesis: The eerie spiritual fog has rolled in over the Western ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:18, Psalm 36:1, Proverbs 9:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Need For Eyes To See And Ears To Hear

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Sep 9, 2023

.2Ki 6:17

We need to see the evil as it is. (vs.1-5) A. They had just seen James murdered. B. Herod was focusing on anyone in the church. C. It wasn’t just that Peter was in prison but that Herod had determined to kill him as he did James. C. We as Christians also get desensitized to things and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Guard Your Mind Against Satan's Attacks. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 3, 2024

The devil is a master manipulator, and his primary target is our minds.

The devil is a master manipulator, and his primary target is our minds. He specializes in worry, fear, anxiety, confusion, and doubt, seeking to dominate our thought life and lead us astray. Unlike the Holy Spirit, who gently guides us, Satan will forcefully kick open the door of our minds if we ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:27, Romans 12:2, Philippians 4:8

The Dangerous Spirit Of Pride And Rebellion Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 30, 2024

We'll examine the consequences of this spirit and how to overcome it through humility and obedience to God.

we're going to explore the dangers of the spirit of pride and rebellion, and how it can lead us down a path of destruction, just like Lucifer. We'll examine the consequences of this spirit and how to overcome it through humility and obedience to God. I. The Spirit of Pride and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 14:12-15, James 4:6-7, Proverbs 29:23

Leaven, For Good Or Ill

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 14, 2022

The yeast is there working, but it is not visible. It works in the whole loaf, and best in darkness.

Friday of 28th Week in Course 2022 It’s important when we hear this Gospel from St. Luke that we position the event in the journey of Jesus to Jerusalem. Remember, Our Lord knows that He is going to Jerusalem for what on Mt. Tabor was called His Passover by Moses and Elijah. He is going up to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:1-7, Ephesians 1:11-14

Denomination: Catholic

Sweet Temptation Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Oct 23, 2022

Ah ... free will. The ability to choose/decide for ourselves what is right and good and what isn't. However, as Solomon points out, we also got 'temptation' along with it and he beautifully illustrates the tension of temptation in Proverbs 9 between Lady Wisdom and Lady Folly.

Ah … it’s a familiar story. Eve is strolling through the beautiful Garden of Eden when she is surprised by a talking snake. “Hey, how ya doing?” “Fine.” “What ya doin?” “Oh, Adam and I are just walking around … taking in the beauty of God’s creation.” “Oh, yeah? Lovely. Say, what about ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 9:1-6, Romans 7:19, Romans 7:22-24, Psalm 104:24, Psalm 104:27-30, Proverbs 8:1-9, Proverbs 8:23-31, Proverbs 9:13-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: United Methodist

Throw Down In The Synagogue - Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jun 3, 2023

To be qualified to be Messiah, Jesus must have the power to overpower the forces of evil.

Mark 1:21 They went to Capernaum, and when the Sabbath came, Jesus went into the synagogue and began to teach. 22 The people were amazed at his teaching, because he taught them as one who had authority, not as the teachers of the law. 23 Just then a man in their synagogue who was possessed by an ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-27

Satan Also Sends His People In Our Lives. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 10, 2024

we are reminded that the devil is a cunning and deceitful enemy who will stop at nothing to lead us astray. One of his most effective tactics is to infiltrate our inner circle, using people we trust and care about to influence us to do wrong.

Satan is a deceiver and a schemer who seeks to destroy our relationships and our faith. One of his tactics is to send people into our lives who may appear friendly or helpful but actually have ulterior motives. The devil sends his own agents among us, disguising themselves as innocent, to deceive ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:5

Seducing Spirits Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 17, 2025

According to biblical teachings, these spirits can manifest in human beings through various means, influencing their thoughts, emotions, and actions.

Seducing spirits are evil entities that aim to deceive and manipulate individuals, leading them away from God's truth and towards sin and destruction. According to biblical teachings, these spirits can manifest in human beings through various means, influencing their thoughts, emotions, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1, Ephesians 6:12

Building The Altar Of God In Your Home Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 1, 2025

Building an altar in your home can be a powerful way to deepen your relationship with God...

In the Bible, the altar was a sacred place where God's people offered sacrifices and worshiped Him. Today, building an altar in your home can be a powerful way to create a sacred space for prayer, reflection, and connection with God. The Significance of the Altar In biblical times, the altar ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 18:6, 1 Corinthians 1:18

The Fate Of Those Who Hate The Righteous Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 6, 2025

This sermon will explore the biblical basis for God's condemnation of such individuals, highlighting examples that demonstrate the consequences of opposing those who live for Him.

Throughout Scripture, it's clear that God takes a strong stance against those who persecute and hate the righteous. This sermon will explore the biblical basis for God's condemnation of such individuals, highlighting examples that demonstrate the consequences of opposing those who live for ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:32-33, Matthew 5:10-12

Venciendo Las Tinieblas

Contributed by Raquel Martinez on Oct 30, 2025

Como creyentes tenemos la autoridad de Cristo para reprender las obras del Diablo

“y no tengan ninguna participación en las infructuosas obras de las tinieblas sino, más bien, reprendedlas. Efesios 5:11 Introducción: Hoy vamos a hablar de lo que nos dice la biblia que es nuestra posición frente a las tinieblas del pecado y la maldad de este ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God