Sermons on Perpetrators:

God’s Call To Repentance

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Apr 18, 2021

This Sunday’s Message is about God’s call to Repentance, and not only what that means and looks like, but also the blessings that we can expect when we do.

God’s Call to Repentance ** Watch at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ROpEIeCzCk4 With last week’s topic on forgiveness, and as we have been looking at the vital doctrines of the church and Christianity, especially throughout history as to what caused the remnant church to stand out, what I’d like ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:9-11, Acts 2:38, Acts 3:19, Luke 15:17-19, Romans 2:4, 2 Peter 3:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

Finding Peace In A Troubled World

Contributed by Dr. Ronnie Grizzle on Sep 13, 2002

9-11 MEMORIAL SERVICE. WHAT WE MUST DO TO FIND PEACE IN A TROUBLED WORLD.

PEACE IN A TROUBLED WORLD SEPTEMBER 11, 2002 MEMORIAL SERVICE GARLAND, NC AS YOU KNOW, WE ARE HERE TO REMEMBER THE EVENTS OF SEPTEMBER 11, 2001. THE DAY THAT THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE LOST THEIR LIVES AND BECAME HEROES. WHILE COUNTLESS OTHERS HAD THEIR LIVES CHANGED FOREVER. THE RELATIVE PEACE OF ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:3

Denomination: Baptist

Where Was God On September 11?

Contributed by Sunny Philip on Nov 1, 2001

An attempt to understand the incidents on September 11, 2001 based on the understanding of how the will of God works.

It is possible that all of us asked this question. No one should be blamed for asking it either. It was not an expression of unbelief. Just a cry from the pit of our hearts. Anyone who reads Bible regularly knows that we were not the first ones to ask this question. Israel asked, “Why do you hide ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:5-11, Deuteronomy 29:29

Denomination: Pentecostal

Where Was God On September 11?

Contributed by Sunny Philip on Nov 12, 2001

An honest attempt to answer the question asked by millions in our society, since September 11.

It is possible that all of us asked this question. No one should be blamed for asking it either. It was not an expression of unbelief. Just a cry from the pit of our hearts. Anyone who reads Bible regularly knows that we were not the first ones to ask this question. Israel asked, “Why do you hide ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 115:2, Deuteronomy 29:29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Crisis

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Dec 5, 2001

A Study of Jesus Christ’s victory over Satan upon the Cross.

John 12:31-33 Our word "crisis" is actually a Greek word. The Greek word, spelled with a ’k’ rather than a ’c’, carries all the meanings or definitions that the term does today. Those being: (1) a situation that has reached a critical phase, (2) a crucial time or state of affairs in which a ...read more

Scripture: John 12:31-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

For Righteousness Sake Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Mar 22, 2009

"Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven." Matthew 5:10

INTRODUCTION The preacher of an underground Chinese church tells others of the precautions they must take to avoid government persecution. Each time their church reaches ten to fifteen members, they split to reduce attention. They also alternate meeting places for the same reason. Because phone ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The History Of Sexual Sin

Contributed by Mark H. Stevens Thd on Feb 2, 2014

A glance back through Biblical Histiry concerning sexual sin and it's effects on Israel and the Church today!

THE HISTORY OF SEXUAL SIN 22 And Ham, the father of Canaan, saw the nakedness of his father, and told his two brethren without. 23 And Shem and Japheth took a garment, and laid it upon both their shoulders, and went backward, and covered the nakedness of their father; and their faces were ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:22-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

These Things #2 Series

Contributed by David Singleton on Jun 21, 2007

A study of Paul’s comments on "these things" in the book of 1 Timothy.

THESE THINGS 1 TIMOTHY 4:1-6 SERMON #2 INTRODUCTION: LET ME ASK YOU AN UNUSUAL QUESTION TONIGHT. HOW MANY OF YOU BELIEVE IN DEMONS? WELL, THE BIBLE TEACHES US THAT DEMONS DO CERTAINLY EXIST. AS A MATTER OF FACT, JESUS DEALT DIRECTLY WITH DEMONS AT LEAST FOUR TIMES IN SCRIPTURE. IN MATTHEW 8:28 - ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

When God Renders Divine Justice

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Oct 9, 2019

God's dealing with sin.

WHEN GOD RENDERS DIVINE JUSTICE ECCL. 8:12-13 1. INTRODUCTION. AS WE OBSERVE THE WICKED AND HORRIFIC ACTS OF TERRORISM AND VIOLENCE PERPETRATED BY EVIL MEN AND WOMEN, WE ASK OURSELVES THE AGE OLD QUESTION, “WHY DOES GOD ALLOW BAD THINGS TO HAPPEN TO GOOD PEOPLE?” IT SEEMS THAT THE WICKED ARE ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 8:12

Denomination: Baptist

Unmasking The Evil Of Mistreating Women. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 20, 2024

I want to address a critical issue that affects not only individuals but also our society as a whole. The mistreatment, abuse, and harm of women is a grave sin that has dire consequences.

The Bible warns us that those who engage in such behaviour have fallen prey to Satan's schemes and are under a curse. In 1 Timothy 6:10, Paul writes, "For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Some people, eager for money, have wandered from the faith and have pierced ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7, Galatians 6:7-8, Leviticus 26:23-26, John 8:44

Why Should We Participate In Fasting?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Dec 28, 2022

In this passage of Scripture, God was asking the people why they had fasted. They were urged to be merciful and just people. Do our actions resemble the actions of the Jews from our reading?

In verses 1-7: For the past 70 years, individuals had been holding a fast in August to recollect the annihilation of Jerusalem. Since Jerusalem was being rebuilt, they went to the Temple to inquire as to whether they needed to proceed with this yearly fast. God did not address their inquiry ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 7:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

That’s Not Fair! - 1 Peter 2:18-19 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 22, 2024

Why doesn't the Bible condemn slavery?

1 Peter 2:18 Slaves, submit yourselves to your masters with all respect, not only to those who are good and considerate, but also to those who are harsh. 19 For it is commendable if a man bears up under the pain of unjust suffering because he is conscious of God. 20 But how is it to your credit if ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:18-19

Madmen And Falling Towers

Contributed by Paul Wallace on Sep 13, 2001

When tragedy strikes where should we look? What would Jesus say to our hearts if we have ears to hear? Where would He have us focus our attention?

Madmen and Falling Towers 9-16-01 As I listened to all the comments and opinions about the horrible day this week in which the World Trade Towers fell I was disturbed. I was in shock at the sight and angry with the perpetrators but my spirit was troubled about something else. We will not forget ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9, Genesis 16:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lord, I Was Just Wondering Series

Contributed by Jerry Hillyer Ii on Mar 31, 2006

How are we like those who question God’s control of the world? How will we respond to suffering and disaster in the world: Whining or Worship?

Sermon Four: The Old Testament Prophets & The World of 2005 Habakkuk 1-3 Lord, I was just Wondering... In his happy book Farewell to God, Charles Templeton, former crony and companion of Billy Graham, details his reasons for rejecting the Christian faith. In one particularly enlightening chapter, ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Deception

Contributed by David Richardson on Jun 14, 2004

The Bible speaks of planting or sowing discord like a farmer planting seeds. Deceit is the catalyst by which discord is sown or planted in the church.

I. Introduction Read Genesis 29 (Psalm 101:7) No one who practices deceit will dwell in my house; no one who speaks falsely will stand in my presence. That’s a very heavy penalty for something that is usually said without thinking! Most deceit has its origin in thoughtlessness and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:1-35

Denomination: Calvary Chapel