Sermons on Proving The World Wrong:

Turning The World Upside Down

Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Jul 29, 2004

Sharing the gospel and making an impact.

Introduction The truth is, bad news generally travels faster than good news. Within two hours the whole world knew that President John F. Kennedy had been killed, who killed him, where he was killed and how he was killed. Today, still more than half the world does not know the good news that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The History Of The World Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rev Michael Wilhite on Mar 4, 2008

An exposition of the prophecy of Nebuchadnezzar’s statue in Daniel 2.

THE HISTORY OF THE WORLD, PART I Series: Against the Grain Limestone Baptist Church, Bedford, IN Rev. Michael Wilhite February 24, 2008 at 10:30am Daniel 2:24-45 OPENING THOUGHTS · PRAY HERE · This morning we are coming to one of the most awe-inspiring prophecies in the Bible. Daniel chapter two ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:24-45

Denomination: Baptist

Calm For Today’s World

Contributed by Earl Arnold Jr on Apr 29, 2020

Guidance in this crazy times for the whole world

Calm for Today’s world Scripture: Luke 21:26, 1 Peter 5:7, 2 Timothy 1:7, Luke 4:12, Isaiah 26:3-4, 2 Chronicles 7:13-15, Philippians 4:6-7, Amos 4:6-12, Psalm 20:7, Psalm 27:1-5, 2 Timothy 3:1-5, John 8:59, 2 Corinthians 11:33, Proverbs 16:18, Numbers 14:8, Mark 8:36, Genesis 50:20, Psalms ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:36, Luke 21:26, 1 Peter 5:7, 2 Timothy 1:7, Genesis 50:20, Isaiah 26:3-4, Philippians 4:6-7, 2 Chronicles 7:13-15, Luke 4:12, Psalm 20:7, Psalm 27:1-5, 2 Timothy 3:1-5, John 8:59, 2 Corinthians 11:33, Proverbs 16:18, Numbers 14:8, Amos 4:6-12, Psalm 91:3-12  (view more)  (view less)

The Departure Of Jesus From This World

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on May 23, 2012

We find Jesus talking about His approaching death. In this passage we will find that Jesus’ death did three things, so that is where we will focus our attention. 1. His death brought a threefold glory. 2. His death demanded a new commandment. 3. His d

Last week we ended our study with Judas being asked by Jesus to go and do quickly what he was going to do. Tonight we find Jesus talking about His approaching death. In tonight’s passage we will find that Jesus’ death did three things, so that is where we will focus our ...read more

Scripture: John 13:31-38

Denomination: Baptist

Living For God In A Secular World

Contributed by Buddy Cook on Jul 16, 2015

Daniel and his three Hebrew friends were thrust into the pagan environment of Babylon. How they served God in this pagan land is an example of how we can serve God in our secular culture.

LIVING FOR GOD IN A SECULAR WORLD Daniel 1:1-21 Introduction: Recent Supreme Court Rulings • List of Supreme Court Rulings • We live in a world driven by public opinion and public opinion does not always line up with what God’s word to us. Question: How do we hold biblical ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-21

Denomination: Nazarene

Your World - Own It! Series

Contributed by G W Bill Elliott Jr on May 10, 2020

The garden was given to man as a ‘rectangle of control’; a world in which were rules, guidelines, and established systems. Man was placed there to ‘dress it’ and care for it. Man was given full and direct charge over that garden and EVERYTHING in it.

To own something is to acknowledge it as belonging to one’s self; recognized as having full claim, authority, power, dominion… even to have or hold as one’s own; to possess. Now… how one came about the ownership does not change the ownership, itself. Don’t let the two intertwine, for now. The ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 25:28, Psalm 119:133, Romans 6:14, Romans 12:2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Stay Afloat When Your World’s Being Flooded Series

Contributed by Tom Bartlett on Dec 29, 2009

A sermon on events leading to the flood, what caused them and what Noah did as he followed God. The principles are transferrable to us.

OUTLINE How to stay afloat when your world’s being flooded January 29, 2006 - Tom Bartlett Matt 24:37-39 (TLB) "The world will be at ease-- banquets and parties and weddings-- just as it was in Noah’s time before the sudden coming of the flood; people wouldn’t believe what was going to happen ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:37-39

Denomination: Baptist

The World's Most Popular Religion

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 30, 2005

The World wants a religion that does not INSIST, does not INVOLVE, does not INTERFERE, and does not INCLUDE [certain things.] Link included to formatted text, audio/video, PowerPoint.

The World’s Most Popular Religion Acts 26:5 Powerpoint for this and hundreds more free sermons at our website: http://www.gbcdecatur.org/sermons/PopularReligion.html ----- I heard a story about a pastor who called two boys to his office. One boy was asked to wait outside the door while the other ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:5

Denomination: Baptist

When The World Became Bigger

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 21, 2021

When the World Became Bigger Christmas Eve 2020 Brad Bailey

When the World Became Bigger Christmas Eve 2020 Brad Bailey Note: This message was developed for the year in which a pandemic effected all gathering. As such, and used for outdoor in-person gatherings. While there is initial reference to how people may feel “contained” due to the restrictions felt ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Trusting God In An Unjust World Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 5, 2017

There will be injustice in this world because man sins. God will judge. He loves justice. We are incapable of true justice or understand God's perfect judgement. God has His purpose.

2 Sam 15:1-12 TRUSTING GOD IN AN UNJUST WORLD ES 5 Feb 17 1667 Life in a sinful world will not be neat and tidy, because sin and sinful people are present. That includes us, before we know Christ. • Over the course of the last few chapters (2 Samuel), we have seen the innocent abused, the guilty ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 15:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Defiled By The World (Preventable? Response?) Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on May 4, 2009

What God wants us to do now is totally depend on Jesus Christ to show the world that Jesus already won all the battles!

Is there sin in the world? Sin is anything that does not line up with a Holy God! Specifically, where do we see sin in this world we live in?? We are confronted with sin everyday, aren’t we? Jesus prayed to God the Father in John 17, “My prayer is not that you take them out of the world but that ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 34:1-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Stand Firm Against The World Pt 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 1, 2018

Message 22 from Philippians. The message continues a discussion concerning our need to stand against the evil world system in which we live.

“Stand Firm Against the World” We in the section of Paul’s letter to the Philippians where he instructs them in some specific actions or behaviors that facilitate joy no matter what. 1. ADOPT THE RIGHT AXIS – A Passion to praise Christ Exalting Christ in everything is a foundation for ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-6

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Warnings Against Worldliness

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jun 22, 2024

Series in I John

Title: “A Warning Against Worldliness” Script: I John 2:15-17 Type: Expository Series Where: GNBC 6-23-24 Intro: “A man bought a new hunting dog. Eager to see how he would perform, he took him out to track a bear. No sooner had they gotten into the woods than the dog picked up the trail. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Holy Living In A Xxx World

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Jun 22, 2003

Believers must accept God’s authority and will regarding sexual issues.

1 Thessalonians 4:1-8 Holy Living in a XXX World Introduction Before I begin this morning’s message, I want you to know that this message is really not suitable for our younger children. If you would like to dismiss your children to children’s chapel you are perfectly welcome to do so. I think ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8, 1 Peter 1:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Professes ... The Sanhedrin Permits Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 7, 2016

Jesus is in the wrong hands with the wrong attitudes and wrong justice, yet this is necessary

Message Matthew 26:57-68 Jesus Professes ... The Sanhedrin Permits Have you ever looked at a situation and thought to yourself, “That’s just wrong!!”. (put up some pictures to give an example) There are all sorts of situations that fit into the “That’s just wrong” category … aren’t there. Some ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:57-68

Denomination: Baptist