Sermons on Overcoming Evil:

Money Isn't Everything: A Wealthy Young Guy Meets Jesus Face To Face Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Sep 25, 2023

The young man falls on his knees before Jesus. He is overcome by his presence, he is amazed, and excited to meet Jesus, this God-man who is changing everything. And he asks him a very, very, very important question: How do I get eternal life?

"In 1928 a group of the world's most successful financiers met at the Edgewater Beach Hotel in Chicago. The following were present: The president of the largest utility company, The greatest wheat speculator, The president of the New York Stock Exchange, A member of the President's ...read more

Denomination: Salvation Army

When Jesus Pray For Us

Contributed by Priscilla Haselrig on Sep 18, 2002

HOW SATAN IS STILL TRYING TO SIFT GOD PEOPLE, BUT JESUS IS STILL SAYING , NO SATAN, I AM STILL PRAYING AND WATCHING OVER MY PEOPLE.

I AM GLAD JESUS PRAYED I am so glad that Jesus took the time and got down on His bended knees and prayed to GOD on our behalf. And it is when we pray for somebody else, we let God know that it¡¦s not all about ourselves, and that what Jesus did, He let us know, it was not just about Himself, but ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-32

Denomination: Holiness

Blessed Are The Peacemakers?

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Aug 23, 2022

Peacemakers are called the Sons of God because they have been given new hearts through the work of grace to reflect the peace of Christ to a hurting world, for those who bring the message of God’s peace to the world are "peacemakers," and Jesus calls them "The Children of God."

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Matthew 5: 9) "Blessed are the peacemakers; for they shall be called the children of God” (Proverbs 12:20) "Deceit is in the heart of those who devise evil, But counselors of peace have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9, Romans 12:14-19, Matthew 5:11-12, 1 John 1:9, Psalm 19:14, John 3:16-17, Romans 8:1-2, Proverbs 12:20, Hebrews 12:14, Romans 12:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Grace And Will: Reconciling The Twins Series

Contributed by Aneel Aranha on Aug 24, 2021

It is grace—God’s greatest gift to man—that brought salvation to us. So how does free will factor in salvation if God is doing it all?

Was Judas predestined to betray Jesus? When Jesus was praying with his apostles shortly before his Passion, he said, “I guarded them, and not one of them was lost except the one destined to be lost, so that the scripture might be fulfilled” (John 17:12). If he was destined to betray Jesus, then did ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9, Philippians 1:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Darkness To Light

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Mar 2, 2008

God gives mankind an opportunity to move from Spiritual Darnkness to Eternal Light.

Text: “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not comprehend it” (John 1:5). Is there anyone here who prefers the darkness to the light? I am talking about the darkness of night as compared to the lightness of day. I would venture to say that most of us remember the days of the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-13

Denomination: Christian Church

Love - God's And Ours

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Jul 17, 2011

Love of God is essential for us to love others.

Text: “We love because He first loved us” (1 John 4:19). When you think of the word “love” what comes to your mind? Perhaps you think of a personal affection for another person. This person could be family or friend. Maybe you think of having a very close association or ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Christian Church

Confused About Love

Contributed by Larry Turner on Feb 7, 2013

1 Corinthians 13 paints a picture of the "Agape" love Jesus has for us.

Video “Confused about love.” Valentine’s Day is this week guys. I want to give you fair warning. This month is known as the month of love because we celebrate Valentine’s Day. But do you know why? Let me enlighten you. The most popular belief is that Valentine was a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Denomination: Foursquare

Proud Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Sep 25, 2019

We need to stop being ashamed of the gospel and start being proud of it.

Proud Of The Gospel Text: Rom. 1:16-17 Introduction 1. Illustration: No matter what you are looking for, you can find a religion or philosophy to fit your state of mind. We find this culture creating pressure on the Church of the Lord Jesus Christ. We find people church-shopping--looking for the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-17

Denomination: Methodist

The Challenge Of Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Feb 16, 2009

What forgiveness is and what it isn’t

This Series is based upon a series by Nelson Searcy and the Journey Church. This sermon is my own however. The Challenge of Forgiveness Matthew 6:14-15 Genesis 45:1-15 Forgiving doesn’t mean we Forget People’s Sins Forgiving does mean we Remember God’s Sovereignty Forgiving doesn’t mean Justice ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:14-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Real Christian

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Jan 15, 2010

This message brings to light several of Jesus' characteristic that we Christians should follow.

Text: “Of His own will He brought us forth by the word of truth, that we might be a kind of firstfruits of His creatures” (James 1:18). What do we mean by “a real Christian”? Many people say they are Christian. Out of curiosity, I have asked people how they know they are ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Christian Church

Better Alive Than Dead

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jan 24, 2009

Paul, Pt. 3

BETTER ALIVE THAN DEAD (ROMANS 12:1-2) Pete and Larry had not seen each other in many years. Now they had a long talk trying to fill in the gap of those years by telling about their lives. Finally Pete invited Larry to visit him in his new apartment. “I got a wife and three kids and I’d love to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Me, Myself, And I, Or Part Of The Group#2

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 22, 2003

This is part #2, we ponder the need of unity and teamwork to build the church, commitment to the whole.

ME, MYSELF AND I,or PART OF THE GROUP! #2 By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is part #2... This is part 2 of a series, this will be taught in several lessons. TEXT: PROVERBS 11:25 The liberal soul shall be made fat: AND HE THAT WATERETH SHALL BE WATERED ALSO HIMSELF. Ephesians ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:4-8, 2 Timothy 3:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The 7 Dimensions Of Total Life Prosperity

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Aug 27, 2006

THIS SERMON IS ABOUT THE 7 DIMENSIONS OF TOTAL LIFE PROSPERITY NAMELY 1. SPIRITUAL PROSPERITY 2. PHYSICAL PROSPERITY 3. MATERIAL PROSPERITY 4. EMOTIONAL PROSPERITY 5. SOCIAL PROSPERITY 6. LEGAL PROSPERITY 7. ETERNAL PROSPERITY

THE 7 DIMENSIONS OF TOTAL LIFE PROSPERITY ****************************************** OUTLINE 1. SPIRITUAL PROSPERITY 2. PHYSICAL PROSPERITY 3. MATERIAL PROSPERITY 4. EMOTIONAL PROSPERITY 5. SOCIAL PROSPERITY 6. LEGAL PROSPERITY 7. ETERNAL PROSPERITY THE MESSAGE THE 7 DIMENSIONS OF TOTAL LIFE ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Deal With The Enemy Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 21, 2010

Jesus says I have to love my enemies. But there’s a reason they’re my enemies - I don’t like them! So why should I do this?

OPEN: The military apparently understands the need to make their instructions memorable and so they occasionally resort to humor to explain the basics. For example: Instructions printed on Rocket Launcher tells soldiers to "Aim towards the Enemy." U.S. Marine Corps tells its recruits that when it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Let The Spirit Enhance Your Self-Control Capacities

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 21, 2004

The Holy Spirit gives us a special grace of self-discipline that comes with being completely controlled by the Spirit of God. Ask the Lord to help you overcome your natural tendency to shy away from what God wants you to think, do and become.

Let the Spirit Enhance Your Self-Control Capacities 1 Thessalonians 5:6-18 Illustration: SPIRITUAL POWER In a seminary missions class, Herbert Jackson told how, as a new missionary, he was assigned a car that would not start without a push. After pondering his problem, he devised a plan. He ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:6-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational