Sermons on Knowing Good And Evil:

Arming Myself With The Truth Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 15, 2022

The best way to guard against lies is to be armed with the truth

NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:17-27

Denomination: Baptist

"getting Good Out Of Bad Cicumstances"

Contributed by Christopher Arch on May 20, 2023

This is from a series on Philippians.

Title: “Getting Good out of Bad Circumstances” Scripture: Phil. 1:12-21 Type: Expository Series Where: GNBC 5-21-23 Intro: One historian has commented before that “The British have a knack for losing battles yet winning wars.” That’s an interesting take on history. In our culture we have a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sermon # 4 - Called To Do Good For Evil Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jan 31, 2024

How do we respond to the good and evil that is done to us? There are many ways we can respond, but God’s word teaches us the right way, and it is the way Jesus exemplified for us.

We read in Numbers 22:12, And God said unto Balaam, Thou shalt not go with them; thou shalt not curse the people: for they are blessed. (KJV) God told Balaam that he was not to accompany the men of Moab who had approached him, and he was not to curse the people of Israel because they were a people ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 22:12, Deuteronomy 28:2-5, Deuteronomy 28:15, Acts 5:1-3, 2 Samuel 14:1, 2 Samuel 14:21, 2 Samuel 14:25, 2 Samuel 14:28-30, 2 Samuel 18:9, Proverbs 17:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

What Do You Know? Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 29, 2002

An imaginative reconstruction of the dialogue between the repentant and unrepentant thieves, to be spoken by two preachers. Focuses on the old dilemma, whether God hears prayer.

Unrepentant Thief (U): "Should the wise answer with windy knowledge, and fill themselves with the east wind? Should they argue in unprofitable talk, or in words with which they can do no good? ... What do you know that we do not know? What do you understand that is not clear to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Baptist

Overwhelming Good

Contributed by Mark Jones on Aug 28, 2011

EOLS: The greatest weapon the Lord gives us against overwhelming evil is the passion and conviction for overwhelming good.

Overcoming Good Rom 12:9-21 (9) Let love be genuine. Abhor what is evil; hold fast to what is good. (10) Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor. (11) Do not be slothful in zeal, be fervent in spirit, serve the Lord. (12) Rejoice in hope, be patient in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Methodist

Believing In God Yet Not Knowing Him

Contributed by James Dina on Oct 1, 2020

The person that knows God will give an experimental taste and relish of the goodness of God, that God is good but a fool will hinder his own proficiency in the knowledge of God to enable him do evil to his satisfaction.

BELIEVING IN GOD YET NOT KNOWING HIM " Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love." ( 1 John 4:8) Behold, God is exalted, and we do not know Him; The number of His years is unsearchable (Job 36:26). It is a great thing to know ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:8, Matthew 7:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Devil Intended For Evil, But God Meant It For Good. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 6, 2025

You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good

The story of Joseph in Genesis 50:20 says, "You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives." This powerful verse showcases God's sovereignty and ability to turn evil intentions into good outcomes. 1. Joseph's ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28, Philippians 1:12-14

The Good Shepherd 2

Contributed by Dan Cormie on May 30, 2009

The Good shepherd calls, but who is listening? The good shepherd leads, but who is following? The Conclusion.

Dakota Community Church May 31, 2009 The Good Shepherd 2 John 10:11-18 "I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep. The hired hand is not the shepherd who owns the sheep. So when he sees the wolf coming, he abandons the sheep and runs away. Then the wolf attacks ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-21

Denomination: Mennonite

A Rotten Apple Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Feb 13, 2023

A Rotten Apple

A Rotten Apple Scripture: Mark 8:14-21, Genesis 6:5-8, Genesis 7:1-5, Genesis 7:10. Reflection Dear sisters and brothers, “A rotten apple spoils the (whole) barrel” is a proverb, we have all heard one time or the other. The dictionary defines it as follows: It only takes one bad ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:14-21, Genesis 6:5-8, Genesis 7:1-5, Genesis 7:10

Denomination: Other

The Roots Of Evil Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on May 7, 2002

911, Part Six

THE ORIGIN AND DESTINY OF EVIL (EZEKIEL 28:11-19) The biggest winner after the events of 911 did not show up to claim the prize. Oddly, people stop noticing, blaming or challenging him once a war or disaster breaks out. He is not a Taliban official, an Al-Qaeda fighter or a suicide bomber. George ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 28:11-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Speak No Evil. Do No Evil. Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Oct 7, 2011

Our belief in Jesus and His calling on our lives dictates how we act therefore we should stop compromising with worldly values and behaviour and give ourselves wholly to the Lord. To do this we should Accept the Word Apply the Word Activate the Word

You Can Listen to the Full Sermon Here:- http://www.nec.org.au/index.php/listen-to-a-sermon-series/practical-faith/ Message Speak No Evil. Do No Evil. A sermon on James 1:19-27. Before we get into our text let me quickly remind you about the overall purpose of James. No matter where we find ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Baptist

Existing Evil - Exhausting Evil

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 12, 2003

Remembering 9/11.

INTRO. - The Galveston Hurricane. ILL.- There is a book entitled, “Isaac’s Storm” which is about a hurricane that hit Galveston, Texas, in 1900. Apparently, everyone was convinced that a hurricane could never strike Galveston, even as one approached. The author vividly described how the streets ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Punishing Evil And Protecting The Innocent Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Nov 30, 2024

The Bible teaches that God is a just and righteous God who punishes evil and protects the innocent.

The Bible teaches that God is a just and righteous God who punishes evil and protects the innocent. Throughout Scripture, we see examples of God's justice in action, as He deals with individuals and nations who have rejected Him and His ways. God's Hatred of Evil The Bible says that God ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 5:5-6, Psalm 37:28, Deuteronomy 32:4

Never Repay Evil With Evil

Contributed by John Newbaker on Feb 22, 2012

The rest of the passage here in Romans 12 has to do w/ our r/ship w/ those who harass us, irritate us, insult us, persecute us, and want to hurt or harm us. When others curse us, belittle us, berate us, and insult us we are not to return the favor. V17 s

Title: Practicing the Principles of Romans 12 in 2012 The rest of the passage here in Romans 12 has to do w/ our r/ship w/ those who harass us, irritate us, insult us, persecute us, and want to hurt or harm us. V14 The word bless is mentioned 2 xs in this 1verse. We are to bless those who ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:8-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Nov 29, 2017

To be a good shepherd you need to be a lion and also a lamb

May the peace of the Lord be with you. TOPIC: THE GOOD SHEPHERD John 10:11King James Version (KJV) 11 I am the good shepherd: the good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep. Beloved, we serve a Lord who does not only talk but talks and does what He says. We serve a Jesus who does not only ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic