Sermons on Evil Thinking:

Psychic Not-Line

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on May 9, 2021

Are things like horoscopes and astrology ok? Are things like Ouija boards and holding séances just harmless fun? What does God think about psychics and fortune tellers? Let's find out.

PSYCHIC NOT-LINE I watched a crime show recently that featured a palm reader who was taking advantage of people and manipulating them out of their money. In one case she ended up getting over a million dollars from this elderly woman. It's sad. But unfortunately it's not uncommon for ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 18:9-15, Exodus 22:18, Leviticus 19:31, Exodus 7:8-12, Acts 8:9-13, 1 Samuel 28:4-19, 1 Chronicles 10:13-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Now Is The Time!

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Jan 10, 2012

Magazines and television programs review the past year as well as make predictions about this one. So here we are, already a week into 2012. What do you think the future holds for this church; for your life?

Intro: Magazines and television programs review the past year as well as make predictions about this one. So here we are, already a week into 2012. What do you think the future holds for this church; for your life? There is a passage of scripture that I believe can help us as we look forward to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-18

Denomination: *other

Watch Out Series

Contributed by Roy Newton on Feb 25, 2011

This sermon examines the first part of the sixth petition of our Lord’s Pattern for Prayer, "And don't let us yield to temptation, but rescue us from the evil one", seeking to explore our need for God's help in not yielding to temptation.

A PATTERN FOR PRAYER WATCH OUT! "The serpent was the shrewdest of all the wild animals the Lord God had made. One day he asked the woman, “Did God really say you must not eat the fruit from any of the trees in the garden?” “Of course we may eat fruit from the trees in the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Forgivness Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 12, 2021

If you are a genuine Christian, you will be both willing and able to forgive others. According to Jesus, when you say, “I cannot or will not forgive,” you’re essentially saying, “I am thinking about going to hell.”

We are in the last installment of a sermon series entitled Digging Deeper. Our goal is to answer this question: WHAT makes Christianity more “sticky” in some? What is the PROOF that determines if a person truly follows Christ? Or, What makes a Christian a Christian? We lose a lot of items in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-25, Matthew 6:12, Matthew 5:38-42, Romans 12:17-21, Luke 17:3-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Solomon's Succinct Summary

Contributed by Robert Austin on Aug 23, 2022

As we conclude our study of this book, I want us to think back. Consider the journey that Solomon has taken us on in this book. He started off in 1:1 by saying, “Everything is futile. Everything is Vain.”

And then he walks us through all the experiences, all the pursuits, all the different ways he tried to find meaning in life. And now, after all these lessons, we come to Solomon’s Succinct Summary. His conclusion can be remembered by dividing it into 4 “R’s”, Rejoice, Remember, Reflect and ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Disabling Jesus-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 29, 2013

2 of 3. The congregation at Nazareth would not believe Jesus’ ability to fulfill Scripture’s mandate for the Messiah. Religiosity thinks it absurd that Jesus can save, &/or is Messiah. But what results from such a stance? Disabling Jesus produces...

DISABLING/Dismantling JESUS-II—Luke 4:22-30 The congregation at Nazareth(hometown synagogue) would not believe Jesus’ ability to fulfill Scripture’s mandate for the Messiah. Religiosity thinks it implausible/absurd to believe that Jesus can save. Religiosity thinks it implausible/absurd to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:22-30

Denomination: Baptist

"The Tug Of War"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Apr 19, 2013

Todays text offers us a epic battle against good and evil sort of like a battle of tug of war first tuggers must listen to the voice, the tuggers must follow the commands of the Shepherd, and thirdly the tuggers must have unison, chemistry, camaraderie, a

Tug of War John 10:27 1. There is a tug of war against Good and Evil "How long will you waver between two opinions? If the LORD is God, follow him; but if Baal is God, follow him." 1 Kings 18:21 So I find this law at work: When I want to do good, evil is right there ...read more

Scripture: John 10:27-29

Denomination: Methodist

Test The Spirits

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Jan 25, 2013

Too often we forget that we live in a spiritual war zone. Remember, the devil will try to mislead you and will portray himself as the truth. Our spiritual battle is with the devil and his evil forces. But we who are Spirit-filled have the ability to expos

Test the Spirits Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits, whether they are of God; because many false prophets have gone out into the world. - 1 John 4:1 Never just accept a prophetic word regardless how gifted or important that person may be. Not every voice we hear is from ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1

Denomination: Charismatic

Herod - The King Who Couldn't Kill Jesus Series

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Apr 1, 2009

Lent 6 Mid-week: Herod’s treachery, brutality and paranoia showed itself in the taking of many lives. This kind of evil drives some very difficult questions. These find their answer in Jesus, whose love, suffering and sacrifice gave live to many.

During the mid-week Lenten worship services, we’ve spent our time considering the earthly kings who served as leaders of Israel. It’s been a pretty motley crew – hasn’t it? Life at the top of the food chain during the history of God’s people has not been much different from what we find at the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus, The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Craig Condon on Apr 25, 2015

We are called on to continue Jesus’s work. We are called on to be shepherds, witnesses of God’s love. We are to be there for each other. We are to care for and support one another. We must put ourselves in the path of evil when necessary.

John 10:11-18 is part of a longer discourse in which Jesus tells his disciples and us that he is the way to heaven and eternal life. In this passage he explains this concept by comparing himself to a shepherd. The image of a shepherd was one that was common among members of his audience. Palestine ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-18

Denomination: Anglican

Corruption And God's People Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Dec 2, 2016

The kingship was given by God to Saul, but unfortunately he took the grace of God for granted and did all kinds of evil. He lived against the will and purpose of God. Finally ended up his life in disgrace, dishonor and shameful manner. He brought curse.

I Sam 10:17-24: The Elected King This Bible Passage can be divided into three parts with three sub headings for our clear understanding. God made a covenant with Abraham to be his God, Lord and king, that covenant continued to his descendants as that of the blessings of the promises. But now ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 10:17-24

Denomination: Methodist

The End Of All Conspiracy

Contributed by Nelson Emeonu on Dec 8, 2013

The conspiracy of the evil ones against a child of God shall not stand. One with God is in the majority. He cares for His children and His counsel shall stand forever. Remember,If God is for you, no one can be against you.Trust in Him always.

THE END OF ALL CONSPIRACY ACTS 23:12-31 What is conspiracy? 1. A secret agreement to do evil 2. A plot to carry out some harmful acts 3. A combination of persons for evil purpose. 4. A secret plan or game 5. A kind of gunpowder plot 6. A circle of gang THE STORY- ACTS 23:12-16 “And when ...read more

Scripture: Acts 23:12-31

Denomination: Anglican

Conform To God, Not Society

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Oct 7, 2021

Do not let society determine how you are to conform to the Bible. God must come before society. Today's society will try to drag you into its evil ways. Rely upon Jesus to help you so that does not happen.

Conform to God, not society Revelation 2:1-7 Michael H. Koplitz This letter that we find in Revelation chapter two verses one through seven is a letter that was sent to the messenger at the church at Ephesus in Asia Minor. The letter starts with compliments from Jesus about the good works that ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: United Methodist

How Badly Do You Wish To See The Christ–the Messiah? Series

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Dec 16, 2021

As we read the birth of The Christ child, we notice different groups or persons desiring to find and see Jesus. Recognizing their reasons to see him, we notice their desires and why they seek him; some righteous reasons and some for personal evil reasons

HOW BADLY DO YOU WISH TO SEE THE CHRIST–THE MESSIAH? How badly do you wish to see The Christ? As we enter into the calendar period near our holiday named Christmas, often many read the story of the birth of Jesus the Christ. But, have you noticed the nature of the persons mentioned in the story ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12, Luke 2:8-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fourth City Of Refuge - Bezer Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Dec 1, 2022

We are studying the meaning of the name of the fourth city which was called ‘Bezer’ which means, ‘inaccessible place or stronghold or fortress.’ It is a place where no evil could come near. Bezer reminds us that God is a refuge to all those who trust in Him.

Today’s meditation is based on Numbers 35:15,“These will serve as cities of refuge for Israelites and for foreigners who are temporary or permanent residents. Anyone who kills someone accidentally can escape to one of them.” (GNB) When the people of Israel inherited the Promised Land, the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 35:15

Denomination: Other