Sermons on Evil Inclination:

Be Holy - 1 Peter 1:14-16 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Nov 29, 2024

You are either being conformed to evil desires or changed into the image of a holy God. This message will show you how to change bad desires.

1 Peter 1:13 Therefore, prepare your minds for action; be self-controlled; set your hope fully on the grace to be given you when Jesus Christ is revealed. 14 As obedient children, do not conform to the evil desires you had when you lived in ignorance. 15 But just as he who called you is holy, so be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:14-16

Rededicating Your Home To God. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 8, 2024

Today, we gather to reclaim and rededicate our homes to God. Perhaps your home was once a place of evil, idolatry, or sinful practices.

Today, we gather to reclaim and rededicate our homes to God. Perhaps your home was once a place of evil, idolatry, or sinful practices. But I declare to you, that God can transform and redeem any space for His glory! Have you ever wondered if the home you live in or the property you own was ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 56:7, 2 Timothy 2:19

The Prosperity Of The Wicked. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 24, 2024

Have you ever wondered why evil people seem to thrive, accumulating wealth and living luxurious lives, while the righteous struggle?

Have you ever wondered why evil people seem to thrive, accumulating wealth and living luxurious lives, while the righteous struggle? This paradox has troubled believers for centuries. Psalm 73:3 says, "For I envied the arrogant when I saw the prosperity of the wicked." In this sermon, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:1, Colossians 3:1-4, Matthew 6:19-21, Psalm 37:6

The Battleground

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Aug 13, 2020

There is a battle being waged in the realm of the spirit. Good against evil. Light against darkness. This message answers the question: What are they fighting for?

Good evening family. Good evening the blessed of the Lord! Tonight, we’re going to talk about revival in a little different way. And we’re going to begin in Genesis 1. For those of you who have heard me minister before, Genesis 1 is one of those passages that I come back to over and over and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-28, Genesis 2:7, 1 John 4:8, Colossians 1:9-13, Matthew 10:1, Luke 10:1, Luke 10:17-20, John 17:16-18, John 17:8, Acts 3:1-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Letting Go Of Personal Ambition For God’s Agenda Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 5, 2025

Ambition in itself is not evil. However, when personal ambition is allowed to override God's agenda, it leads to division, betrayal, and destruction.

LETTING GO OF PERSONAL AMBITION FOR GOD’S AGENDA By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 3:1-39 Supporting Texts: James 3:14-17, Philippians 2:3-8, Proverbs 16:2, Psalm 75:6-7, Romans 12:10 INTRODUCTION: Ambition in itself is not evil. However, when personal ambition is allowed to override ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 3:1-39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Ultimate Authority PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 27, 2023

This sermon explores Jesus' authority and power over chaos and evil, emphasizing our reliance on God's grace throughout our Christian journey.

Beloved friends, it is a joy to gather once again in the house of the Lord. We find ourselves here today, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are drawn together by the love of Christ, bound by the fellowship of faith, and driven by the desire to know and understand the Word of God more ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Topics: Jesus, God

I Know Who You Are PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 8, 2024

This sermon explores the wisdom in Proverbs 10:10, guiding us in teaching biblical truths, navigating singlehood, and recognizing the traps of evil individuals.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. Isn't it a joy to gather together in the house of the Lord, to lift our voices in praise and seek His wisdom through the study of His Word? We are truly blessed to have the freedom and the opportunity to do so. Today, we will be focusing our hearts ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:10

Topics: Signs

I Am Ready For War PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 23, 2024

This sermon encourages Christians to embrace their role as spiritual warriors, using God's armor to stand firm against evil and remain steadfast in faith.

Good morning, beloved! Isn't it a blessing to be gathered here today, standing on the solid ground of faith, basking in the warmth of fellowship, and ready to feast on the Bread of Life? It is indeed a joy to be in the house of the Lord, among brothers and sisters, united in Christ. Today, we are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Topics: Fighting, Lord

Resist The Devil PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 11, 2025

True strength and peace come from wholeheartedly submitting to God, resisting evil, and finding our deepest satisfaction and security in Christ alone.

Some mornings the mirror tells the truth we’re slow to admit: we’re tired in places that sleep can’t reach. Our hearts carry headlines nobody else reads. The schedule is stuffed, the inbox is full, and the soul feels thin. In that kind of world, we need a word that’s short enough to memorize and ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7

Topics: Satisfaction, Christ

Disciple Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 24, 2017

Meeting our children's greatest need

As we’ve discussed for the last four weeks, raising G-Rated Kids in an X-Rated World is not easy. And perhaps, even in the church, we’ve made it even more difficult because of the expectations that we place on parents. Often, it seems like what I call the “Christian parenting industry” feeds these ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:6

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Sin

Contributed by Robert Sickler on Mar 15, 2017

Whether ignorant or evil, they are working for Satan who spread the lie that all ours sins, past-present-future, have already been forgiven; thus, we do not have to worry about sinning.

Dealing With Sin Illustration It is remarkable what people will do in response to hearing what they want to hear, or in response to getting their own way. For example: there is a TV show called ‘Big Bang Theory’ and in this show there is a wimpy nerd, named Leonard, who will say and do ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Christian Church

Come, Look At Sodom

Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 7, 2009

How shall the people of God respond when God brings judgement on a wicked society? Abraham provides an example of the way in which we are to respond when God judges evil.

“Abraham went early in the morning to the place where he had stood before the Lord. And he looked down toward Sodom and Gomorrah and toward all the land of the valley, and he looked and, behold, the smoke of the land went up like the smoke of a furnace. “So it was that, when God destroyed the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:27-29

Denomination: Baptist

Making God's Honor Roll

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Sep 15, 2008

This sermon gives a glimpse into the lifestyle of a person who makes God’s honor roll.

Have you ever seen an honor roll in the newspaper? It is a special achievement to have your name listed on such a roll. Carry that concept a step further. What a wonderful achievement to find your name listed on God’s honor roll! In the Bible we find a man who accomplished this feat. Jabez was his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Culture Clash - Psychic Network Series

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Jan 3, 2010

When everything is theoretical,everyone loves to coexist, everyone celebrates diversity. Interfere with their lifestyle and you become part of the problem, not part of the solution.

To say that there is one God hinders social harmony. To claim that there is only one way to salvation is an affront to our diversity. To allege that a belief is wrong is the ultimate bigotry. Christians are the problem - Christians not part of the solution. Paul and his companions run into ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Daily Walk Series

Contributed by Jared Thomas on Feb 2, 2015

It Challenges teenagers not to try to fit in based on what the world thinks is cool. The 3 main points are to Flee Unrighteousness, Fight the good Fight, and We are Called. It challenges teenagers to live for God even outside of the walls of the Church.

Daily Walk According to medical authorities, walking is one of the most profitable forms of physical exercise. It stimulates the heart and lungs, strengthens the bones and muscles, increases the blood flow throughout the body, and reportedly contributes to the loss of excess weight. Because ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11-12, Deuteronomy 5:33, Colossians 3:23

Denomination: Baptist