Sermons on evil intentions: showing 1,531-1,545 of 86,137

"Not For The Nation Only"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Oct 8, 2010

God often uses the utterings of evil men to announce His own purposes. They think they are in control but they are not.

“Therefore the chief priests and the Pharisees convened a council, and were saying, “What are we doing? For this man is performing many signs. 48 “If we let Him go on like this, all men will believe in Him, and the Romans will come and take away both our place and our ...read more

Scripture: John 11:47-53

Denomination: Orthodox

The Eyes Have It Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 15, 2011

The Bible is filled with idioms that we miss in English. This sermon deals with the "good" eye vs. the "evil" eye.

1. An elderly man was desperately ill. Knowing the time for his departure was near, he called for his closest friends to come see him one last time. Attending him were his doctor, his preacher and his business manager. The old man said, “I know you can’t take it with you, but who knows ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:22-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Like A Mountain

Contributed by Marvin Minton on Aug 7, 2007

Trust in God provides many benefits: safety and security, endurance, protection from evil, blessings, and peace.

Like a Mountain Psalm 125:1-5 This psalm is the sixth in the group of fifteen songs of degrees or ascent. Jerusalem is on the mind of the pilgrims as they make their arduous journey to the Holy City for the annual festivals. Jerusalem, build on Mount Zion, has a special place in the hearts and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 125:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Right Of The Believer

Contributed by Erik Germesin on Jun 29, 2007

When evil people do wrong to us we are called to also respond with grace, love and generosity.

Sermon Brief for Matthew 5:38-48 Title: The Rights of a Believer. Text: Matthew 5:38-42 Central Idea of the Text: When evil people harm others they are to respond with grace, love, and generosity. Central Idea of the Sermon: When evil people do wrong to us we are called to also respond with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Habakkuk Part 2 Series

Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Apr 26, 2012

Even though God may use evil people to do His work, their deeds will not go unpunished.

Habakkuk Part 2 I. RECAP A. The Man 1. Not much documented facts concerning Habakkuk. B. The Times 1. 612-606 BC a. Nineveh has fallen. b. Assyria is on the decline. c. God is raising up the Chaldeans. 2. No real dominant world power; none on the horizon. Babylon was a ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dealing With The Preacher-Eaters

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 24, 2012

Sons of Diotrephes will arise among the churches. The people of God are responsible to recognise their presence and to expose their evil work.

“I have written something to the church, but Diotrephes, who likes to put himself first, does not acknowledge our authority. So if I come, I will bring up what he is doing, talking wicked nonsense against us. And not content with that, he refuses to welcome the brothers, and also stops those who ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

Generation Of Vipers

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 17, 2016

To show that GOD meant to show us as believers what evil generation this is, and it starts from their mouth.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you guarding your heart? Yes. While unbelievers are guarding their mouth. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD meant to show us as believers what evil generation this is, and it starts from their mouth. IV. TEXT: Matthew 12:34 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:34

Denomination: Pentecostal

Worthy Is The Lamb Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Sep 10, 2015

The study of Revelation shows us God’s remedy for evil, and the ultimate purpose of human history.

How do you answer this common challenge to the Gospel: “I do not believe in God because if God were real, there wouldn’t be injustice and suffering in the world.” This is the objection of many who do not believe in the gospel. It is a question about what we as humans perceive ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:6-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Instant Blockbusters Are No Good!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Sep 17, 2013

A man with an evil eye hastens after riches, And does not consider that poverty will come upon him.”

Instant blockbusters are no good! Exodus 7:1 “And the LORD said unto Moses, See, I have made thee a god to Pharaoh: and Aaron thy brother shall be thy prophet.” Just ignore the flakier, crazier sections of people who look for instant blockbusters! Instant coffee may taste good but not ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 7:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Crybaby

Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 27, 2020

The wickedness witnessed in contemporary society breaks the heart of the follower of Christ, just as such evil breaks the heart of the Saviour.

“‘The harvest is past, the summer is ended, and we are not saved.’ For the wound of the daughter of my people is my heart wounded; I mourn, and dismay has taken hold on me. “Is there no balm in Gilead? Is there no physician there? Why then has the health of the daughter of my people not been ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Church Renewal Pt. 3 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 30, 2021

The church needs to understand that we are in a spiritual war. We are all born into a battlefield between Good and Evil.

Series Church Renewal Thesis: For revival and renewal to happen in us, or in the church and in this world will require us to tap into the teachings of the Word which ignite revival. Scripture: Romans 12:1-2: Living Sacrifices 1Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God’s mercy, to offer ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2, Ephesians 6:10-20, Ecclesiastes 3:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christmas

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 18, 2022

Christmas is a season mixed with good and evil. Let’s learn about the good from Luke 2.

Christmas is a season mixed with good and evil. Let’s learn about the good from Luke 2. A Decree “And it came to pass in those days that a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be registered. This census first took place while Quirinius was governing Syria. So all went to ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Protective Power Of The Blood Of Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 2, 2024

In a world filled with darkness, evil, and uncertainty, believers can find comfort and protection in the blood of Jesus Christ.

In a world filled with darkness, evil, and uncertainty, believers can find comfort and protection in the blood of Jesus Christ. The Bible teaches us that the blood of Jesus is a powerful shield against evil forces, demonic attacks, and wicked influences. In this sermon, we will explore the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:7, Revelation 12:11, Ezekiel 3:18

Be Supportive Of Other Churches Series

Contributed by Boomer Phillips on Oct 30, 2021

If we serve the Lord with the impure motive of personal gain, instead of with the intention of leading people to faith in Christ, then we can become self-focused, critical and judgmental of other believers and other churches.

The apostle Paul once admonished the Philippians, “Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself. Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others” (Philippians 2:3-4). In ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-41

Denomination: Baptist

Experience Pure Love Series

Contributed by Keith Manry on May 18, 2004

Part 1 of a series based on Mel Gibson’s film "The Passion of the Christ." Portions of this sermon were derived from sermons given by Sermon Central designed with the same intent.

Experience The Passion… Part 1: “Experience Pure Love” Isaiah 53:1-12 It’s a blood-fest. In fact, it’s probably one of the most violent films that’s ever been made. Full of disturbing images of evil and horrific scenes of brutality it’s stirred up more controversy than any other film since “The ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12

Denomination: Methodist