Sermons on Rebelliousness:

Understanding Lawlessness: A Biblical Perspective

Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Oct 4, 2025

This is an insert to my book, "The Narrow Road" on Amazon.The sermon discusses how lawlessness, defined as the rejection of biblical authority and moral order, is increasingly evident in society and even within churches, leading to confusion and chaos.

Understanding Lawlessness: A Biblical Perspective In 1 John 3:4, we read, "Whosoever committeth sin transgresseth also the law: for sin is the transgression of the law." Sin, at its core, is lawlessness. It is not merely the absence of law but rebellion against the moral order established ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:4, 2 Thessalonians 2:7, Judges 21:25

Denomination: Church Of God

Noah After Walking With God Got Drunk Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 5, 2025

A fall can come after God has greatly used you.

A. WHAT NOAH DID FOR GOD 1. Godly. What is known about Noah? “Noah was a just man and perfect … and Noah walked with God” (Genesis 6:9). 2. Warned of judgment. Why did Noah build an ark? “By faith Noah being divinely warned of things not yet seen moved with godly fear, prepared an ark … by ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:9, Genesis 9:20-25

Denomination: Baptist

How To Eat Fried Worms PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 2, 2023

Explore the themes of self-pity, God's unconditional love, and the power of repentance.

Good morning, family. I’d like to take a moment to share with you a quote from Philip Yancey. He writes, "Grace, like water, flows to the lowest part." Now, what does that mean for us? Simply put, no matter how low we think we've sunk, God's grace is still available and abundant. Today, as we dive ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:25-32

Topics: Self Pity

Discipleship Will Cost You, Part 1 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 8, 2026

Discipleship involves a process of becoming like Jesus; changing our focus and our wants to follow Him. Are we obediently doing that today? Or are we still trying to do it our way and make a deal with Jesus to do what we want?

John, Part 27 Series: Discipleship Will Cost You, Part 1 Passage: John 6:60-70 FOCUS: New series begins today on Discipleship and its personal cost Discipleship means: process of becoming like Jesus; changing our focus Being willing to give all of your preferences for Him is our common ...read more

Scripture: John 6:60-70, 1 Peter 3:18, John 1:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Black History Month: Love The Skin You're In

Contributed by Wayne Solomon on Feb 21, 2026

Top Model Nyakim Gatwech, known as “Queen of the Dark” by fans, had an altercation with an Uber driver that made us shudder.

Transformed Life Church of God 118 Second Avenue Groveland FL 34736 Sunday February 22, 2026, 11am Theme: Love the skin you’re in: Love yourself, be who God made you to be! Text: Jeremiah 13:23 Can the Ethiopian change his skin or the leopard its spots? Then may you also do good who are accustomed ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 13:23, Genesis 1:27

Denomination: Church Of God

How To Pray Powerfully Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 23, 2009

James encourages believers not only to pray, but to pray powerfully!

JAMES 5:16 HOW TO PRAY POWERFULLY “Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working.” How would you describe your prayer life? Are the prayers you offer vibrant and vigorous? Or are ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16

Denomination: Baptist

"Running From God?" Jonah Pt. 1 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 11, 2008

Jonah tried to run from God and his call but where does a man run to get away from God? You can run from God but not hide! So why even run?

“Running from God?”Jonah part 1 Opening Illustration: This video clip is from the lead singer of Mercy me and his willingness to follow the call of God on His life. Listen to his thoughts and even as he shares the struggle with following God’s call. Thesis: Jonah tried to run from God and his ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Chosen For The Most Vital Of Ministries-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 14, 2010

3 of 3. Zacharias & Elizabeth were chosen to fulfill His plan of salvation for mankind. God chooses people for His most vital of ministries. But what are their circumstances? You may be chosen for the most vital of ministries in the midst of...

CHOSEN for the MOST VITAL of MINISTRIES-III —Luke 1:5-25 Attention: A man was driving when a traffic camera flashed. He thought his picture was taken for exceeding the speed limit, even though he knew he was not speeding. Just to be sure, he went around the block & passed the same spot, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Baptist

Myth: Christians Shouldn't Judge Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on May 24, 2013

Myth: Christians Shouldn't Judge

Intro Today we are continuing our series entitled "Myths: Exposing the False Beliefs that Bind Us." We are looking at common ideas that effect how we navigate life. You may have heard the term "urban legends." Urban legends is a form of such myths. They are ideas that circulate and can end up ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Did It My Way

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jan 1, 2001

Saul did it his way because he was filled with pride, was controlled by impulse, and driven by rebellion.

Patrick O’Boyle tells about an incident in Hyde Park, a large public park in London, England, famous for its soapbox orators. He recalls one particular day, back in the 1940’s, when Frank Sheed, a Christian author and publisher was addressing the crowd in the “Speakers’ Corner.” He writes: “Sheed ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

Healthy Attitudes For A Spiritual Community Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 23, 2005

Expository sermon dealing with attitudes toward one another, circumstances, and the Holy Spirit in the life of the church. Clip from movie "Ice Age" illustrates attutudes toward one another.

Healthy Attitudes for a Spiritual Community I Thessalonians 5:11-28[1] 11-14-04 Intro If you had only one minute to tell someone how to help their church be healthy and spiritually vibrant, what would you say? What issues would you address? What would you tell them to do—with only one minute ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:11-28

Denomination: Charismatic

Intimacy With The Father

Contributed by Craig Simonian on Sep 4, 2001

This sermon seeks to lead people into deeper intimacy with the Father as we abide in Him.

In the book of Philippians, we read about Paul “pressing on” in His relationship with God. Pressing on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ! Yet, for so many of us, the word “stuck” would do a much better job describing where we are in our relationship with God… where ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:18-19

"Affair Proofing Your Marriage" Series

Contributed by Michael Cassara on Sep 8, 2001

Learn from King David’s mistakes how you can affair proof your marriage.

SEEKING GOD FAITHFULLY- A LOOK AT THE LIFE OF DAVID Message#8 "Affair Proofing Your Marriage" INTRODUCTION We have been in a study of the life of David for the past two months. To properly cover David’s life, could take a whole year of preaching. But we will conclude this series ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Know God's Word Sustains The Weary

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Sep 16, 2002

Pentecost 17(B) - SEPTEMBER 15, 2002 - Believers know God’s Word sustains the weary because it was good enough for God’s only Son it is also more than good enough for God’s followers.

GOD’S WORD SUSTAINS THE WEARY ISAIAH 50:4-10 September 15, 2002 ISAIAH 50:4-10 4The Sovereign LORD has given me an instructed tongue, to know the word that sustains the weary. He wakens me morning by morning, wakens my ear to listen like one being taught. 5The Sovereign LORD has opened ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 50:4-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Difficult Questions

Contributed by Michael Luke on May 4, 2002

The lesson of Israel teaches us about dealing with some of life’s difficult questions.

TEXT: ROMANS 9:1-33 TITLE: “DIFFICULT QUESTIONS” INTRODUCTION: A. How do you answer these questions? 1. If humans evolved from monkeys and apes, why do we still have monkeys and apes? ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:4-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ