Sermons on godlessness:

The Man Who Sold His Future Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 7, 2011

What’s wrong with being godless? If you can answer that question, you can avoid the tragedy that took Esau’s future away from him.

OPEN: A man filled his car with gas at a self-service gas station. After he had paid and driven away, he realized that he had left the gas cap on top of his car. He stopped and looked and, sure enough, it was gone. He thought for a second and realized that other people must have done the same ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:14-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Take A Stand For Truth's Sake Series

Contributed by Don Scotland on Jan 26, 2005

If we are going to be able to live Godly lives in a Godless world it begins with taking a stand for truth’s sake!

Text: Titus 1:1-4 Title:Take a Stand for Truth’s Sake! Introduction Today we’re beginning a new series in the book if Titus entitled, “Godly living in a Godless world.” It’s hard to imagine a culture less concerned about sin, or more enamored with material goods, individual rights, and ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"Christ: Delivered Over, Raised Up"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Mar 2, 2006

He was dellivered over by God, nailed to a cross by godless hands, raised up by the Father, firstborn of many brethren.

"...this Man, delivered over by the predetermined plan and foreknowledge of God, you nailed to a cross by the hands of godless men and put Him to death. But God raised Him up again, putting an end to the agony of death, since it was impossible for Him to be held in its power.” It is difficult ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:23-24

Denomination: Orthodox

Abimelech, A Bad Example Series

Contributed by Todd Catteau on Oct 31, 2005

Abimelech is a classic example of how selfishness and godless ambition lead us from God’s will for our lives.

Possessing the Promises Abimelech (Judges #5) There is a music group called The Bad Examples • Abimelech would be a likely member of that group • He is an example of what not to do to possess the promises of God • This guy’s all bad • No victory for God’s people, no deliverance from false God’s, ...read more

Scripture: Judges 9:1-56

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The 2nd Thief Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 18, 2011

Both thieves on the cross insulted Jesus... to begin with. Why did the 2nd thief refuse to accept the love and promises of Christ? What drove him to curse Jesus even as he was dying?

When the police arrest a suspect – what’s the first thing they are required by law to do? That’s right - “read him his rights”. "You have a right to remain silent ..." etc. What’s the official name for that process? The Miranda Warning. When a suspect has been read his rights they often say ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We Are Empty Handed Without God

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 24, 2014

To show that GOD does not want us to labor hard to earn money, but to labor hard for His Presence.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a hard worker to earn more money? STOP. Must be a hard worker in the ministry not in work to earn money for GOD gives money to us as a gift. It's a blessing. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD does not want us to labor hard to earn money, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 31:42

Denomination: Pentecostal

Do Not Throw Pearls To Swine Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 9, 2025

Do not give dogs what is sacred; do not throw your pearls to pigs.

"Do not give dogs what is sacred; do not throw your pearls to pigs. If you do, they may trample them under their feet, and turn and tear you to pieces." - Matthew 7:6 In this biblical passage, Jesus teaches us a valuable principle about sharing our spiritual treasures with others. He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:6

A Whale Of A Tale

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Apr 13, 2015

The people of Nineveh really were terrible godless, violent sinners. Just the kind of people that God loved and wanted to save.

A whale of a tale Jonah 3:1-5 NIV 1 Then the word of the LORD came to Jonah a second time: 2 Go to the great city of Nineveh and proclaim to it the message I give you. 3 Jonah obeyed the word of the LORD and went to Nineveh. Now Nineveh was a very important city--a visit required three days. 4 ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Shame In Shechem Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 24, 2021

Don’t compromise in your commitment to the Lord nor with the godless culture that surrounds you, lest you be consumed by it.

There is an old Russian parable about a hunter who came to a clearing and encountered a bear. The hunter raised his rifle to shoot when the bear said, “Wait, what do you want?” The hunter replied, “A fur coat.” “That’s reasonable,” answered the bear. “I want a full stomach. Let’s sit down and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 33:18-20, Genesis 34:1-31, 1 John 2:15-17, Genesis 35:1

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Wisdom Of Not Arguing With The Wicked Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 31, 2025

Have you ever found yourself arguing with someone who embodies the characteristics of wickedness, pride, ungodliness, foolishness, or godlessness?

As Christians, we are often faced with the challenge of interacting with individuals who embody the characteristics of wickedness, pride, ungodliness, foolishness, and godlessness. In such situations, it can be tempting to engage in arguments or debates, hoping to correct their misguided beliefs or ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:24-26

So You Want To Be Unique Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Feb 2, 2001

Christian Survivor Series; Living Godly in a Godless World -- Developing a Christlike character is possible, and just what we all need.

So You Want To Be Unique? (Christian Survivor Series; Living Godly in a Godless World) Developing a Christlike character is possible, and just what we all need. James 1.19-27 February 4, 2001 Post this at all the intersections, dear friends: Lead with your ears, follow ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: United Methodist

How To Raise Positive Kids In A Negative World Series

Contributed by Chip Ingram on Jun 11, 2010

Chip Ingram offers advice from years of pastoring and parenting on how to raise spiritually strong kids in the midst of a godless world.

Well, I’d like to welcome you because we’re on a journey together and our journey is to learn how to become effective parents in a defective world. And I wanna share a story with you. It’s a traumatic one and one that actually happened. I did a funeral about four or five years ago and in this ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:4

Denomination: *other

The Love Of God’s House And Its Ritual. Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 19, 2019

Though David is expressing his personal concerns, this psalm voices the uneasiness of any devout soul when immersed in a godless society.

June 4, 2014 Tom Lowe Psalm 26 (KJV) Title: The Love of God’s House and Its Ritual. A psalm of David. Psalm 26 (KJV) 1 Judge me, O LORD; for I have walked in mine integrity: I have trusted also in the LORD; therefore I shall not slide. 2 Examine me, O LORD, and prove me; try my reins and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 26:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Shame In Shechem Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 17, 2011

Don’t compromise in your commitment to the Lord, and don’t compromise with the godless culture that surrounds us, lest you be consumed by it.

There is an old Russian parable about a hunter who came to a clearing and encountered a bear. The hunter raised his rifle to shoot when the bear said, “Wait, what do you want?” The hunter replied, “A fur coat.” “That’s reasonable,” answered the bear. “I want a full stomach. Let’s sit down ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Consequences Of A Prayerless Life Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 4, 2025

In the Bible, there are numerous warnings and descriptions of individuals who have turned away from God...

In the Bible, there are numerous warnings and descriptions of individuals who have turned away from God, refusing to acknowledge His sovereignty and majesty. These individuals are often characterized as proud, unbelieving, godless, and immoral. One common trait among them is their lack of prayer or ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 59:2, John 3:19