Sermons on Intentional Evil:

Elevate To The Next Level - "Living Intentionally

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Aug 3, 2025

I’d like to look at intentional living, which is about reassessing life, and living lives intentionally given the fact each one has only so many days left to live. As we begin, we’ll find those things we considered important might not be that important after all.

Elevating to the Next Level “Living Intentionally” Watch on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XDsFY6vQAU8 As we are continuing in our series on elevating our discipleship to the next level, I thought it would be beneficial to look at how are to live our lives in this crazy ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 39:4-5, Hebrews 9:27, James 4:14, Psalm 90:12, Exodus 23:30, Matthew 6:19-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

The Example Of Christ Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the concept of loving God and people, focusing on Jesus's teachings and examples of impartial and intentional love, as part of a 4-week series on "The Greatest Commandment".

Welcome back to our 4-week series Love God; Love People… Where, you guessed it, we’re talking all about loving God and loving people. Last week, we took a look at where this instruction comes from and why it’s called “The Greatest Commandment.” We also took a look at the specific verses where Jesus ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-9, John 4:1-42

Topics: Impartial Love, Intentional Love, Christ's Example

Sermon Series: Love God Love People

From The Ashes - Contemplation Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the importance of intentional contemplative prayer in fostering a deep connection with God amidst the busyness of life.

Welcome to week 3 of our From the Ashes Sermon Series as we take a 6-week journey to the cross together. Each week we are looking at a different aspect of Jesus’ life and ministry during His time here on earth. Each week we are getting a glimpse into the abundant life possible in and through ...read more

Scripture: James 4:8

Topics: Contemplative Prayer, Divine Connection, Intentional Practice

Sermon Series: From The Ashes

Sermon On False Prophets & Hypocrites

Contributed by William Meakin on Jul 23, 2024

According to Wikipedia, a false prophet, or pseudoprophet is defined as a person who falsely claims the gift of prophecy, divine inspiration, or to speak for God within the realms of evil intent.

Martin Luther, a German priest and theologian once remarked: “It is the nature of all hypocrites and false prophets to create a conscience where there is none, and to cause conscience to disappear where it does exist.” Matthew 7:15-20 reminds us: “Beware of false prophets, who come to you in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:1, Matthew 24:11, 2 Timothy 4:3, Deuteronomy 18:20-22

Through The Rascals Out

Contributed by John Mccormack on Sep 19, 2013

CLEANSING THE TEMPLE

THROUGH THE RASCALS OUT OBSERVATION: NEHEMIAH WAS A JEWISH CAPTIVE AND CUPBEARER TO KING ARTAXERXES, KING OF PERSIA. HE RECEIVED WORD OF SCANDALOUS ACTIVITIES IN THE TEMPLE AT JERUSALEM. MOST SCHOLARS DATE THE WRITING ABOUT 430 B.C. INTERPRETATION: NEHEMIAH 13: 10-14 ALL TEMPLE WORSHIP ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 13:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

Does It Matter What You Do As Long As Your Intentions Are Good?

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 20, 2008

The latest meltdown on Wall Street illustrates that to be just, your intentions AND your actions must correspond to the good.

Tuesday of 25th week in course 23 Sept 2008 Proverbs 21: 1-6 “Market meltdown. . .wild roller-coaster ride. . .investor lack of confidence. . .flight to safety. . .historic market swing.” Today we read Every way of a man is right in his own eyes, but the LORD weighs the heart. Did the people ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 21:1-6

Denomination: Catholic

Tried And True Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 1, 2013

We are often tempted to sin as well as tested in our faith. This part of the prayer is a reminder for the source of our power to overcome such temptations.

1. The saying, "Opportunity only knocks once," has been around for a long time. A recent caveat to this saying has been added, "but temptation bangs at the door constantly." 2. Matthew 6.13 3. Yeshua (Jesus) knew of what he spoke -- Matthew 4; Luke 4 -- note: 13 And when the devil had ended every ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Time Of Darkness

Contributed by Jacob Burdette on Dec 6, 2023

A look at the rising darkness in America.

A Time of Darkness If you have your bible, please open it to Genesis Chapter 6 and when you get there, place a marker, and turn to Matthew Chapter 24. One day a young boy was driving a load of grain to the market. He came around a corner too fast and his trailer load of grain tipped over. A ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-40, Genesis 6:5-13

Sermon On The Devil Within

Contributed by William Meakin on Sep 12, 2021

Wikipedia defines a devil as: “The personification of evil as it is conceived in various cultures and religious traditions.”

William Ralph Inge, an English author, Anglican priest and professor of divinity at Cambridge once remarked: “There is no law of progress. Our future is in our own hands, to make or to mar. It will be an uphill fight to the end, and would we have it otherwise? Let no one suppose that evolution will ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7, Romans 10:13, 1 Peter 5:8

A Time For Everything PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 16, 2023

In every season of life, God has a purpose for us, and we must embrace change, live according to His commandments, and let love guide us to overcome evil.

Good evening, brothers and sisters. I'm so glad to be here with you today as we dive into a profound message that's as relevant today as it was millennia ago. Our focus will be from Ecclesiastes, a book written by Solomon, and we're looking at some select verses from chapters 3 and 12. The message ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-9

Topics: Love, Overcome, Evil

Seven Sons Of Sceva Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 24, 2020

It was common, especially among the Jews, for individuals to attempt to cast out evil spirits. If we resist the devil by faith in Christ, he will flee from us; but if we think we can resist him by using Christ's name, or His deeds, as a spell or charm, Satan will prevail against us.

This July 31, 2015 Commentary on the Acts of the Apostles By: Tom Lowe Topic #IV: The Church Advancing to the End of the Earth (Acts 13-28) Subtopic D: The Third Missionary Journey (18:23-21:14) Sub-subtopic 3: Paul in Ephesus (19:1-41) ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Avoiding The Pathway Of The Wayward. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 20, 2024

We are all sinners, and each of us have to return the Lord personally.

The Bible warns us about the dangers of straying from God's path and encourages us to stay on the narrow road that leads to life. In Psalm 119:10, David cries out, "I seek you with all my heart; do not let me stray from your commands." This verse highlights the importance of seeking ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:10, Matthew 7:13-14, Deuteronomy 30:19

Be Intentional #7-How To Have An Effective Prayer Life (Pt. 2) Series

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Mar 3, 2003

Second message on prayer, within larger series on being intentional.

Be Intentional #7 – How to Have an Effective Prayer Life (Part 2) Matthew 7:7-12 March 2, 2003 Introduction During last week’s message, I went through a scenario of God using a computerized answering service to handle all our prayers. It was humorous, and I used it to point out that God has no ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

Be Intentional #5-Getting The Most Out Of Your Bible (Pt. 2) Series

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Feb 8, 2003

Part 2 of a "mini-series" within the larger "Be Intentional" series. This message deals with the awesome things we can find in God’s Word.

Be Intentional #5 – Getting the Most Out of Your Bible (Part 2) Introduction Two weeks ago, I gave a message about getting the most out of your Bible, and I included some tools to help you do that. I am out of the 7 Minutes with God brochure, but can get more – or you can pick it up at Anchors ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3-4

Denomination: Wesleyan

Spiritual Wickedness Among Some Christians Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Nov 6, 2022

Genesis 6:5 records what God saw when he looked at men on the earth. He saw the great wickedness of men and the intentions of the hearts of men which was evil all the time. This scripture indicates that wickedness is an act, an action, an intention and a thought which can be seen.

There are forces of darkness described as spiritual wickedness that are warring against a believer. These dark forces are confronted and constrained through the power of the Holy Spirit. The origin of wickedness Genesis 6:5 records what God saw when he looked at men on the earth. He saw the great ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 11:2, 1 John 5:19