Sermons on Gossip Slander:

Did You Hear About . . .

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Apr 10, 2008

Gossip is a destroyer that must be stopped. Our words ought to build up, not destroy.

Did You Hear About . . . Griffith Baptist Church – 4/13/08 A.M. Service Text: Matthew 15:10-20 Key verse: Matthew 15:18 - But those things which proceed out of the mouth come forth from the heart; and they defile the man. The Introduction Two elderly, excited Southern women were sitting ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Heart Disease

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Oct 4, 2016

Our sin is a result of our hearts not being fully dedicated to God.

Dealing with Heart Disease October 2, 2016 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Our sin is a result of our hearts not being fully dedicated to God. Focus Passage: Matthew 15:1-20 Supplemental Passage: for God sees not as man sees, for man looks at the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Busy Waiting

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 5, 2020

Gossip the gospel.

BUSY WAITING. 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10. 1 Thessalonians 1:1 - “The church of the Thessalonians” came into being as a result of Paul’s second missionary journey. After Paul’s vision (Acts 16:9) Paul, Silas and Timothy were joined by Luke and crossed the Aegean Sea into Europe (Acts 16:10-12). After ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Protecting Your Anointing Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 20, 2025

Here are few biblical ways to protect your anointing:

As believers, we understand the importance of maintaining our spiritual anointing. Worldliness, negative influences, and hurtful behavior can threaten our connection with God and diminish our effectiveness in ministry. Here are few biblical ways to protect your anointing: 1. Separate yourself from ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:2

How To Receive New Wine In 09: Tame The Wild Thing! Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 11, 2009

The wild thing which needs tamed in the church is the reckless use of our tongues toward others. The tongue has done more destruction to our society than terrorist’s attacks. It has been one of the most powerful forces stopping revival from happening in t

How to receive New Wine in 09 Step 3 – Tame the wild thing! Opening Video Illustration: After Clip ask these questions 1. Have you ever insulted someone before? What happened? a. Did it resolve the problem? 2. Have you ever been insulted? How did it make you feel? a. Read: I Thessalonians 5:11 ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Sins Of The Tongue

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 12, 2010

Much can be said of a person’s character by the way he uses his tongue. Jesus said that "out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh" (Mat. 12:34). In Jas. 3:6, 8, the tongue is "a fire, a world of iniquity", and a "deadly poison."

Intro: Much can be said of a person’s character by the way he uses his tongue. Jesus said that "out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh" (Mat. 12:34). In Jas. 3:6, 8, the tongue is "a fire, a world of iniquity", and a "deadly poison." Let’s consider some sins of the tongue as we find ...read more

Scripture: James 3:5-10

Denomination: *other

A Word Concerning Murder Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 29, 2021

We know that killing another is wrong, but Jesus expands the realm of accountability for murder beyond what most, even in our day, perceive as murderous.

A Word Concerning Murder Matthew 5: 21-26 In our text today, Jesus continued to emphasize the righteous standard that God expects and requires of humanity to have fellowship with Him. Here our Lord continued to point out man’s misguided perception of righteousness and He again rebukes the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-26

Denomination: Baptist

Love On Its Knees

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Nov 26, 2018

This sermon is going to review the story of Jesus washing the disciple’s feet and in doing so will emphasize how important it is to love while on one’s knees as His servant!

Love on its Knees John 13:1-17 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 “By this everyone will know that you are My disciples, if you love one another” (John 13:35). Living a generation of gossips, slanderers, God-haters, insolent, arrogant people who invent ways of ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Live And Help Live

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Dec 28, 2010

You shall not murder. You shall not take a life by anger. You shall not take away life by calling contemptuous names. You shall not take away from life by gossiping and slandering people. Not friends, not strangers, not your wife, not your husband, not yo

When my brother got his driver's license he had saved up enough money to buy a 1954 Bel Air Chevy. Now this was not one of those cars that people considered to be a classic, this was an old clunker. It was a unusual shade of green. It had been restored and Mike bought it for $400. One day before I ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:13

Denomination: Baptist

How To Stay Out Of Trouble

Contributed by Shawn Rose on May 18, 2009

Advice on how to make good choices and to stay out of trouble.

HOW TO STAY OUT OF TROUBLE Text: Proverbs 4:20 – 27 I. Introduction: · Some people think that good things happen to people by chance · Failed to realize that bad choices lead to trouble · Proverbs 13:5 – “…the way of the transgressors is hard.” · Why make life any harder than it has to ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:20-27

Denomination: Baptist

Do Not Take Side Series

Contributed by Dr. Amen Howard on Aug 13, 2013

One of the great characteristics of the body of Christ is to care about the burdens and sufferings of one another. However, as we seek to console and encourage friends that have been offended, we may be tempted to take up their offense against another.

In sympathy, we may tend to take their part against the pastor, the church or whoever they blame for the offense. This is very unwise and an unscriptural thing to do, considering that your friend may be the cause of his own/her offense, or trying to drag you out of faith. His/her hurt feelings may ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 15:1-3, Matthew 7:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Psst - Don't Tell Anyone, But...

Contributed by Mitch Davis on Aug 4, 2006

Recognizing and ridding ourselves from the deadly sin of gossip.

Introduction A. Gossip is a destructive mode of conversation practiced daily. 1. It affects the least to the greatest among us. 2. It is commonplace in the world as it is the church of our Lord. 3. The Bible, because of this, speaks of it and so must we. B. While the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 13:3, Proverbs 19:20, Ecclesiastes 3:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Dangers Of Speaking Ill Of Godly Women Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 10, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical reasons why we should refrain from speaking ill of godly women, the differences between worldly and godly women, and the consequences of speaking ill of them.

As believers, we are called to uphold the highest standards of integrity, love, and respect, especially towards our sisters in Christ. Unfortunately, it's not uncommon to witness or experience hurtful words and accusations directed towards godly women. In this sermon, we'll explore the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29-32, Psalm 37:23-24

Why His Tongue?

Contributed by Tim Larrimore on Aug 7, 2008

WHY DID THE RICH MAN ONLY WANT WATER ON JUST ONE PART OF HIS BODY?

WHY HIS TONGUE? LUKE 16:19-31 Pr 11:13 A talebearer revealeth secrets: but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter. Pr 16:28 A froward man soweth strife: and a whisperer separateth chief friends. Pr 26:20 ¶ Where no wood is, there the fire goeth out: so where there is no ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

Guard Your Tongue

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 26, 2012

We must control our tongue in order to live a Godly life.

Guard Your Tongue June 3, 2007 Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must control our tongue in order to live a Godly life. Maybe you've heard about the three ministers who went fishing one day, all friends who pastored different churches in the same town. While they ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist