Sermons on Evil Inclination:

The Purpose Of Tribulation Judgement

Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Jun 10, 2021

Why should the world go through the Tribulation? Are not things bad enough?

In the Tribulation the justice of God and the wrath of God is going to be poured out there's two major reasons why God is going to bring judgment in the tribulation #1 It’ time In the tribulation, the wrath of God is being poured out the bowls are being poured out the trumpets are ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 1:15, Revelation 14:7, Proverbs 11:21, Acts 17:31, Romans 8:1, 1 Corinthians 15:52, Revelation 16:9, 2 Timothy 3:1-7, Genesis 6:11-12, Genesis 6:5, John 6:39-40, 2 Peter 3:9, Revelation 7:9, Revelation 14:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

The Harsh Reality And Unavoidable Issue Of Sin

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Oct 13, 2021

Sin is a serious and destructive fact of life. We define it as a series of "mistakes", "errors of judgment", or "bad behavior". We need to see sin for what it is -an abomination in the sight of a Holy God (Ezekiel 18:20; Romans 6:23).

Modern society more and more makes very little of or does not even bother to think about sin as a serious and destructive fact of life. There are varying attitudes towards the subject of sin. Some view the idea as an illusion, the construction of ancient religious fanatics, or fantasy. Many deny ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:16-19, Deuteronomy 25:16, Jude 1:6, Isaiah 14:12-17, Ezekiel 28:11-19, Revelation 12:1-9, Revelation 20:10-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Moving Toward Spiritual Discernment-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 15, 2020

3 of ? The apostle John sheds light on the need for Spiritual Discernment in the Church. Spiritual Discernment is a necessity in the Church. •But How is it to be achieved/accomplished? Moving(yourself & the Church) toward spiritual discernment recognizes...

MOVING TOWARD SPIRITUAL DISCERNMENT-III—1John 3:10--4:21 Attention: ‘The Pen-less Pen’-Light? Our Franklin County school system gave one of it’s 3rd grade teachers what she supposed was a ‘pen-light.’ However, she soon discovered that the pen-light was only a light, for which she had no real ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

Have You Received God's Love? Series

Contributed by Alis Cerrahyan on Jun 22, 2019

Many of us go through life looking for approval or a sense of belonging; not realizing the fact that this amazing love God has for us is not only unfathomable but it is given to us freely and unconditionally.

I used to wonder why some people had a terrible time making decent choices while others had a smooth sailing kind of life... no storms... not even a tiny ripple. And the reason I kept questioning it is that I was the one who continued to find the most unusual obstacles a human being could possibly ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Romans 8:37, Genesis 1:27

The Departure From The Ark. Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 14, 2019

Noah was a man of faith whose name is recorded in Hebrews 11 with those other heroes of faith. He had the faith to walk with God when the people of the world were ignoring and disobeying God.

November 19, 2013 Commentary on the Book of Genesis By: Tom Lowe Lesson I.D.8: The Departure from the Ark. Gen. 8:15-22. Genesis 8.15-22 15 And God spake unto Noah, saying, 16 Go forth of the ark, thou, and thy wife, and thy sons, and thy sons' wives with thee. 17 Bring forth ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 8:15-22

Denomination: Baptist

Love Does Not But Does, All Things, Never, Is Not.. Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jan 29, 2020

In this message we wrap up our series, 'Love Is,' by looking at several facets of God's kind of love... love does not delight in evil, love rejoices with truth, love bears all things... , Love never fails and love is not self seeking.

Love Does Not But Does, All Things, Never, Is Not.. If I speak in the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal. If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a faith that can move ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:6-8, Proverbs 8:13, Deuteronomy 7:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"all The Church Cares About Is Money." Series

Contributed by Jonathan Kruschel on Oct 7, 2019

Money is powerful! The amount of money we have allows or prevents us from having or doing certain things. Jesus understand the power of money as a prime competitor for our hearts. The church echoes Jesus' warning as we see what he was willing to pay for our eternity.

We learn very early on in life that when you walk into a store and you see something that you would like to buy, what is one of the first things that you look at? You look at the price tag. You want to know how much money that thing is going to cost you and if you have enough money then to buy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-33, 1 Timothy 6:9-11, 2 Corinthians 9:6-8

Denomination: Lutheran

A,b,c’s Of Prayer

Contributed by Jay Yousling on Sep 3, 2020

You may have prayed different models of prayer. There is the Lord's prayer. There is the A.C.T.S. of prayer. The Apostle Paul gives us another simple model, The ABCs of Prayer.

A,B,C’s of Prayer Phil. 4:6-7 "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." A - Avoid losing it. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6, Philippians 4:7, Philippians 4:6-7

Understanding And Overcoming Household Witchcraft Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 8, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore the causes, effects, and signs of household witchcraft, as well as biblical strategies for overcoming it.

Household witchcraft refers to the subtle and often hidden forms of manipulation, control, and destruction that can occur within families or close relationships. This phenomenon can manifest through various behaviors, including jealousy, envy, criticism, and betrayal. In this sermon, we will ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:26, 2 Corinthians 11:3

Avoid Harmful Relationships.

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 10, 2024

The Bible doesn't ask us to seek out perfect people, but rather to build relationships with fellow sinners who have experienced God's transformative love. At the same time, Scripture does provide guidance on setting boundaries and being mindful of the company we keep.

2 Timothy 2:22, is a great example of this balance. It encourages us to flee youthful passions and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace, while also seeking out relationships with those who call on the Lord from a pure heart. This reminds us to prioritize relationships that promote ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:1-3, Psalm 101:5, Titus 3:10, Proverbs 18:8, 1 Corinthians 15:33  (view more)  (view less)

A Broken Man Is A Loveless Man Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Nov 28, 2024

When we are broken and wounded on the inside, it can be challenging to love and receive love from others.

The statement "a broken man is a loveless man" highlights the profound impact of inner brokenness on our ability to form and maintain loving relationships. From a biblical perspective, this statement rings true. When we are broken and wounded on the inside, it can be challenging to love ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37-40, Acts 9:1-31, 1 Corinthians 11:31

Our Risen Savior Is The Beginning And The End Series

Contributed by Timm Meyer on May 6, 2003

EASTER 2(C) - Our risen Savior is the Beginning(Alpha) and the End(Omega): the end of all things evil and the beginning of all things good.

OUR RISEN SAVIOR IS THE BEGINNING AND THE END REVELATION 1:8—18 APRIL 27, 2003 REVELATION 1:8-18 8"I am the Alpha and the Omega," says the Lord God, "who is, and who was, and who is to come, the Almighty." 9I, John, your brother and companion in the suffering and kingdom and patient ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:8-18

Denomination: Lutheran

You're In Good Hands Series

Contributed by Kyle Meador on Sep 8, 2001

It all depends whose hands its in... Invite God to bring his hand in your life to keep you from harm and evil!

You’re In Good Hands That your hand would be with me and keep me from evil… IT DEPENDS WHOSE HANDS IT’S IN A basketball in my hands is worth about $19 A basketball in Shaquille O’Neal’s hands is worth about $19 million a year. It depends whose hands it’s in A baseball bat in my hands is worth ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10, Psalm 31:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Could You Allow This?

Contributed by Anthony Delaney on Sep 13, 2001

Using the parable of the wheat and the tares, addresses the problem of evil and specifically the terrible events the American people have suffered, with love and prayers from England.

Minute’s silence. None of us can have failed to be moved, shocked, numbed perhaps in disbelief at the sights we’ve seen this week. · The Terror of the events as they unfolded, the graphic images so familiar from action films yet so far removed from real life for most of us- until now. I’m sure ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-43, Revelation 21:1-4

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Maintain A Healthy Fear Of God

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

The Holy Spirit helps us maintain a reverential trust in God with a hatred for evil by teaching us more about God’s holy attributes

Illustration:We fear men so much because we fear God so little. William Gurnall. 1. The Holy Spirit helps us maintain a reverential trust in God with a hatred for evil by teaching us more about God’s holy attributes. John wrote, "Who will not fear You, O Lord and glorify your name? For You alone ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational