Sermons on Evil Gates:

Called Out Of Darkness

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Apr 19, 2021

The world is covered by a cloud of spiritual darkness. God sent his only begotten son, Jesus as the light of the world; but men loved darkness because of their evil deeds.

TEXT: 1 Peter 2:9 (NLT) "But you are not like that, for you are a chosen people. You are royal priests, a holy nation, God’s very own possession. As a result, you can show others the goodness of God, for he called you out of the darkness into his wonderful light." Do you know that as a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9, John 3:19, John 3:16, Jeremiah 13:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Judgement? Or Fraternal Correction

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 4, 2022

You know what happens whenever you point out some evil in the culture. The next words somebody will say are, “Jesus taught you not to judge.”

Friday of the 22nd Week in Course Today’s Gospel is so straightforward and goes to the heart of Christ’s teaching that we can be forgiven for ignoring all the other Scriptures we have heard. It’s kind of a slap at the Pharisees, who try to keep all the six-hundred plus rules of Torah involving ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:33-39, Matthew 18:15-18, Matthew 7:1-3, 1 Corinthians 4:1-5

Denomination: Catholic

Sword Of The Spirit: The Bible Is Just Another Book Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 15, 2023

We have to be prayerfully persistently in the Word of God so we can stand firm against the schemes of the devil in our faith and withstand the evil around us.

THE ARMOR OF GOD AND THE LIES OF THE ENEMY Sword of the Spirit: The Bible is Just Another Book Ephesians 6:10-18 #armorofGod INTRODUCTION We gather to read this passage for the 11th time in as many weeks. Hear now the Word of God. Hear the Word of God written by the Apostle Paul as he was in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Higher Call Of Discipleship

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024

You cannot read the New Testament without seeing that any person who names the name of Christ is called to live on the high level of returning good for evil.

Introduction: This morning we come face to face with a practical problem confronting everyone here; namely, overcoming our resentment toward people we don't like. In our scripture today, Jesus suggests the higher call of Christian discipleship is not how well we get along with our friends, but ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mary Magdalene: A Demon Possed And Blessed Woman

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Apr 6, 2025

Mary Magdalene was a woman, whom Jesus delivered from the seven evil spirit. When Jesus resurrected from the dead, He chose to appeared to her. Why?

Today and next week, we will look at the last passage in the Gospel of Mark, which is chapter 16:9-20. If you notice, most English translations of the Bible, except the “King James Version,” note that verses 9 through 20 are additions. So, this section was not written by Mark but was added later. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:9-14, Mark 16:9-20, Luke 8:2, Luke 7:36-38, Luke 8:1-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Divers Lusts

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 23, 2025

The term divers lusts refers to various kinds of evil cravings and desires that war against the soul. These lusts may appear pleasurable and harmless at first, but their end is destruction.

DIVERS LUSTS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Timothy 3:6 (KJV) "For of this sort are they which creep into houses, and lead captive silly women laden with sins, led away with divers lusts," Supporting Texts: Titus 3:3, James 1:14-15, Galatians 5:16-17, Romans 13:14, 1 Peter ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Seven Years Tribulation & God’s Wrath

Contributed by Jedidiah Jedidiah on Jul 30, 2025

The seven years Tribulation is part of God’s plan to: Judge sin, end evilness on earth, redeem Israel and the world in general and establish His kingdom.

The Seven Years Tribulation & God’s Wrath No single Bible verse directly states the reason why God sends the seven-year tribulation as a distinct event. The concept of a seven-year tribulation is primarily an interpretive framework drawn from various passages such as Daniel 9:24-27 and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18

Sermon On False Prophets & Hypocrites

Contributed by William Meakin on Jul 23, 2024

According to Wikipedia, a false prophet, or pseudoprophet is defined as a person who falsely claims the gift of prophecy, divine inspiration, or to speak for God within the realms of evil intent.

Martin Luther, a German priest and theologian once remarked: “It is the nature of all hypocrites and false prophets to create a conscience where there is none, and to cause conscience to disappear where it does exist.” Matthew 7:15-20 reminds us: “Beware of false prophets, who come to you in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:1, Matthew 24:11, 2 Timothy 4:3, Deuteronomy 18:20-22

Payback! - Matthew 5:40-42 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Aug 20, 2024

When insulted, should you just walk away? No. You must repay the person in a way that will defeat the evil in the relationship. This message will show you how.

Matthew 5:38-42 "You have heard that it was said, 'Eye for eye, and tooth for tooth.' 39 But I tell you, Do not resist an evil person. If someone strikes you on the right cheek, turn to him the other also. 40 And if someone wants to sue you and take your tunic, let him have your cloak ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:40-42

Silent Night, Violent Night

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Dec 24, 2025

The murder of the Innocents shows us how the Lord works his plan in his own way. Christmas brings evil on its heels that the LORD deals with.

12.28.25 Matthew 2:13–18 13 After the Wise Men were gone, an angel of the Lord suddenly appeared to Joseph in a dream. He said, “Get up, take the child and his mother, and flee to Egypt. Stay there until I tell you, because Herod will search for the child in order to kill him.” 14 Joseph got ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-18

Denomination: Lutheran

No Carry Over

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 23, 2025

This message reveals God’s power to end long-standing battles, break recurring cycles, and ensure that nothing evil follows you into your next season.

NO CARRY OVER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Exodus 14:10-13 Key Verse: “For the Egyptians whom ye have seen today, ye shall see them again no more for ever.” — Exodus 14:13 Supporting Texts: Deuteronomy 7:15; Matthew 11:28-30; Isaiah 43:18-19; Nahum 1:9 Description: INTRODUCTION Life ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:10-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Risen That We Might Enter In! Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Apr 18, 2014

A celebration of our Risen Saviour. Praise through the Hallel Psalms.

He is risen He is risen indeed! Do not abandon yourselves to despair: We are the Easter people, and Hallelujah is our song. ~ Pope John Paul II. Today we come in the knowledge that Christ Jesus is risen and yes we praise him Hallelujah is our song! Hallelujah – God be praised Thursday; At ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 113:1-8, Psalm 118:19-24, John 10:9, Colossians 1:18, Ephesians 4:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

Hallelujah! Revelation 19 Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Nov 16, 2013

Why would the host of heaven rejoice over massive destruction of a city, a system and a multitude of humanity? All of the rebellion, the filth, the hurt, destruction, war, famine, pestilence, suffering, evil and tyranny end forever. Hallelujah!

Revelation 19:1 After this I heard what sounded like the roar of a great multitude in heaven shouting: (Hallelujah! Salvation and glory and power belong to our God) THE BRIDE VS THE HARLOT Why are they saying “Hallelujah!”? 1. Because the Harlot is judged. 2. Because we are invited ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:1-5

Denomination: *other

The Book Of Lamentations – Part 34 – The Unexpected Happened And Corruption Everywhere - Chapter 4:12-13 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 14, 2025

No one thought Jerusalem would be defeated – that was what the world thought! Religious society was so evil. We look at corruption in our western world, from governments to people. The world will worsen and judgement is coming very quickly. Australia and the United States.

THE BOOK OF LAMENTATIONS – PART 34 – THE UNEXPECTED HAPPENED AND CORRUPTION EVERYWHERE - CHAPTER 4:12-13 In our last message we looked at a whole lot of misery for the survivors of the Babylonian holocaust. That was one of the saddest messages we could give. However contained in it would be ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 4:12, Hosea 4:16-17, Jeremiah 3:6-10, Psalm 100:4-5, Psalm 107:13-16, Lamentations 4:13, 2 Timothy 3:1-5, Matthew 24:37-39, Genesis 6:5, Genesis 6:11-12, 1 Timothy 2:1-2, Isaiah 9:14-15, Isaiah 28:7, Jeremiah 2:8, Jeremiah 4:9, Jeremiah 5:13, Ezekiel 22:25-26, Ezekiel 13:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus – There Is Just Something About That Name!

Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Jan 13, 2009

NAMES ARE IMPORTANT! NAME BRANDS – Starbucks, Levi, Nike, Sony, Liz Claiborne, Bayliner, Nintendo NAME DROPPERS – People playing off of other people’s names. I know Bill Gates (I do, but he is a car dealer in Indiana!) NAME RECOGNITION – FedEx,

Cornerstone Church July 4, 2004 JESUS – THERE IS JUST SOMETHING ABOUT THAT NAME! Matthew 1:21 Imagine trying to distinguish me from ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21

Denomination: Evangelical Free