Sermons on Government Corruption:

God, The Government And Me. Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Nov 10, 2014

What is our relationship to Government?

Question: The Nature of Government: 1) Civil Government is part of God’s Purpose for the World. Vs. 1-2 Key: Notice it doesn’t mention the specific form of government. God has instituted three different institutions: The Family, The Church, and The Government. 2) Government ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Government Leadership Selection Series

Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Oct 26, 2020

Selecting government leaders has very serious ramifications. When selecting government leaders to oversee the largest business in the US and the most powerful nation in the world, please keep in mind the following:

I. Selecting government leaders has very serious ramifications. When selecting government leaders to oversee the largest business in the US and the most powerful nation in the world, please keep in mind the following: It is not a popularity contest! It is not a beauty contest! It is not like ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:2, Hebrews 5:9, 1 Chronicles 29:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Laws Governing Prayer

Contributed by Grant Adams on Apr 16, 2021

God created all things, including prayer. All of His creations are governed by laws. Universal or spiritual laws.

God created all things, including prayer. All of His creations are governed by laws. Universal or spiritual laws. 1. Sowing and reaping. Galatians 6:7-8 2. Giving and receiving. Luke 6:38 3. Covering and confessing. Proverbs 28:13 4. These laws would come under the heading of asking and receiving. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7

Denomination: Baptist

Our Relationship To Government Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 31, 2007

Exposition of 1 Peter 2:13-17

Text: 1 Peter 2:13-17 Title: Our Relationship to Government Date/Place: LSCC, 9/18/05, AM I. INTRODUCTION A. Opening illustration: Not Raising Hogs – illustrations file B. Background to passage: This is the passage that begins what is termed as “a household code.” They were common among early ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Believer's Relationship To The Government Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Apr 5, 2009

How should believers relate to the government.

The Believer’s Relationship to the Government Romans 13:1-7 * An Idaho sheep rancher was approached one day by a stranger in a suit. The stranger said, “If I can guess how many sheep you’ve got, may I have one?” Thinking this to be impossible the rancher agreed. “You have 1,795 sheep.” Stunned ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Fixing Our Corrupted Os

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Jul 2, 2020

Makes sense of Paul's comparison of living "by the flesh" or "by the Spirit." Analogy of corrupted computer operating system (inherited corruption/original sin). Focuses on living by the Spirit.

FIXING OUR CORRUPTED OS—Romans 8:1-14 You opened a file in your e-mail, and now you have a virus on your computer. The entire operating system is corrupted, resulting in erratic behavior, broken links, and malware. What do you do? Adam and Eve opened a door—the door of sin, and an evil virus got ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-14, Ezekiel 36:26-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

17 The Doom Of Economic Corruption Series

Contributed by James May on Dec 19, 2007

A Day of Reckoning is coming for all those who are involved in unscrupulous financial deals. The Lord of Hosts will make all things right.

17 The Doom of Economic Corruption The Book of James Series By Pastor Jim May How hard did you have to work to get your last paycheck? What price did you pay, whether it was in the days before retirement, or on the job that you still have today? Have you learned the value of a dollar yet? How ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Irreverence Through Corrupt Worship Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Apr 16, 2015

Because Christ is the sovereign Lord; you ought to worship Him in a manner that pleases Him.

Scripture Introduction: Please turn to Malachi 1:7-14. Have you ever participated in corrupt worship? In this passage God is condemning corrupt or profane (showing disrespect/contempt [disgrace]) worship. FCF: People offer corrupt worship to a holy God. What is the nature of corrupt worship? ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:7-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Church At Thyatira: A Corrupt Church Series

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 3, 2016

The church at Thyatira

The Church at Thyatira: A Corrupt Church - Revelation 2:18-29 - 1/31/10 Turn with me this morning to the last book in the Bible, the book of Revelation, chapter 2. We want to continue on today, looking at the question, “What does God think of His church?” Here in Revelation 1, we ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christian Governance-&-Marriage-2 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 7, 2017

2 of 6. Peter pressed & confirmed the crucial role of Christian governance regarding Christian marriage. But how is Christian governance addressed in our marital obligations? Christian governance in MARRIAGE addresses...

‘For The LORD’S SAKE’—1Peter 2:13—3:12 A. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Government—1Peter 2:13-17 B. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Work—1Peter 2:18-25 C. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Marriage—1Peter 3:1-7 D. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Church—1Peter 3:8-12 So far in our study of 1Peter we have examined the fact that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Church And The Government: Whose Side Am I On? Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

You are citizens of two orders, two systems. This world with its necessary institutions, and the order of the kingdom of God with its necessary values. This is not because the two orders have equal authority, but because God is the ruler and owner of both.

We’re traveling through the book of 1 Peter. Peter’s two letters are a mere 166 verses. Nonetheless, they are packed with keen wisdom from a seasoned pastor about how to live amidst life’s trials. In this short little letter, Peter encourages the churches in now modern day Turkey to stand fast ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Governance-&-Marriage-5

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 13, 2018

5 of 6. Peter pressed & confirmed the crucial role of Christian governance regarding Christian marriage. But how is Christian governance addressed in our marital obligations? Christian governance in MARRIAGE addresses/encompasses...

C. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Marriage-V—1Peter 3:1-7 Governance by God in Marriage. Attention: Peter pressed & confirmed the crucial role of Christian governance regarding Christian marriage. Christian governance is foundational in/to Christian marriage. How is Christian governance addressed in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

How To Establish A Government In Righteousness?

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 8, 2015

To show that we need to pray harder for GOD to remove these criminals seated in government so that any country will be established in righteousness.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you hoping for a political position? No, it will be chaos and suffering for my CHRISTian faith. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to pray harder for GOD to remove these criminals seated in government so that any country will be established ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 25:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

God’s Purpose In Government Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 1, 2012

Contrary to popular Christian belief, God intends for us to be involved in the process of government and to exert Christian influence there. He created governments for the good of man. When Christian neglect their stewardship responsibilities they remove

1. Cartoon: Two men on a park bench; one lets out a loud SIGH; the second man stands and says, “Well, if you are gonna’ talk politics, I’m outta’ here!” 2. Three Great Institutions of God: a. Family b. Church c. Government 3. Mixed reviews on how we look at government a. Support (blindly? – Acts ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Grace In A Corrupt World Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Oct 18, 2010

The 14th sermon in an ongoing series in the Book of Genesis. In this sermon we see that God has always been a God of grace and mercy

Genesis (14) (God’s Grace in A Corrupt World) Text: Genesis 6:1-8 By: Ken McKinley Before we begin this morning, I just want to let everyone know that my sermon is probably going to be a little bit shorter than normal. I’ve had an incredibly event filled week. So; just letting you ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible