Sermons on Rebuke The Devil:

Gentle Restoration

Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Jul 1, 2016

The object of all admonition is the restoration of a person at odds with God because of persistent, intentional, defiant, high handed sin. We would warn someone about a physical danger. We also need to warn about spiritual danger.l

Pentecost 7 Year C July 3, 2016 Text Galatians 6:1 Brothers, ( And Sisters ) if someone is caught in a sin, you who live by the spirit should restore that person gently. But watch yourselves, or you also may be tempted. Gluttony certainly is not spoken highly of in the Bible. Proverbs 23:2 ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1

Denomination: Lutheran

Pearls Before Swine Series

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Jul 24, 2021

The “fear of God is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the Holy One is insight” or understanding. This “fear” is a reverential regard for God who has communicated His will and purpose to us and to whom we are accountable for our actions.

Pearls before Swine Proverbs 9:1-18 The Prologue of Solomon's book of Proverbs ends with a choice of two paths. - an invitation from Lady Wisdom and an invitation from Lady Folly. These descriptions and quotations of Wisdom and Folly are a study in similarities and contrasts. Both Wisdom and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 9:1-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Serve As Jesus Would Serve

Contributed by Ben Foley on Jun 30, 2021

"For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” -Mark 10:45

I once heard a parable trying to explain the difference between heaven and hell. Imagine that in both places, there was a table set with the best pot of stew imaginable. But there was one requirement: you could only use a long spoon for each person. Do you know the difference between the approach ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:45

The Prophet Zechariah

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 27, 2022

Today, we want to look at the Book of Zechariah.

Illus: A Baptist pastor enters a clearing in woods to find a herd of sheep and a shepherd! He talks with shepherd, and in jest says: • “If I can guess exactly how many sheep you have, will you give me one to start my collection?” • The shepherd said, “Yes, if you can look at this herd of sheep and ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

It Is Well With My Soul

Contributed by Gerry Takaria on Jul 12, 2025

There are moments in life when storms rage, when pain and uncertainty threaten our peace. Yet, there is a profound declaration that echoes through the ages: "It is well with my soul."

"It Is Well with My Soul" Introduction There are moments in life when storms rage, when pain and uncertainty threaten our peace. Yet, there is a profound declaration that echoes through the ages: "It is well with my soul." This phrase, immortalized by Horatio Spafford after ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Sermon – What To Do When Victory Leads To Exhaustion

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jan 27, 2026

After his greatest success story, Elijah hit rock bottom. Sometimes doing work for God drains the work of God in us. Discovering How to renew your strength!

Sermon – What to Do When Victory Leads to Exhaustion Scripture Lesson: 1Kings 19:4-12 NLT, “Then he went on alone into the wilderness, traveling all day. He sat down under a solitary broom tree and prayed that he might die. “I have had enough, LORD,” he said. “Take my life, for I am no better than ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:4-12, Philippians 4:6-7, Psalm 103:14

Denomination: Methodist

King Saul Consults With A Medium At Endor Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 18, 2023

Saul seeks the counsel of Samuel by seeking out a witch in the city of Endor

In first Samuel 28 we see that David and his 600 men are hiding out in the land of the Philistines. King Saul has stopped looking for David, because he’s left the country, but now, things are changing. The Philistines are again gathering for war to invade Israel. Now the only mention we get of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 28:1-2

Denomination: Salvation Army

Where Is Your Faith Series

Contributed by Rick Chapman on Aug 31, 2023

Series on ships, Part II

WHERE IS YOUR FAITH LUKE 8:22-25 22 Now it came to pass on a certain day, that he went into a ship with his disciples: and he said unto them, let us go over unto the other side of the lake. And they launched forth. 23 But as they sailed, he fell asleep: and there came down a storm of wind on the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:22-25

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Angry ...at You

Contributed by James E. Mcintire on Aug 12, 2011

God is Angry at His Church and for good reason. It is time to fear Him and repent.

God is Angry … at You Introduction About a month ago I woke up with this message very heavy on my heart. God was angry and not just at some anonymous stranger, but specifically at His church. God began to give me things and I worked at writing them down, not knowing at the time just how ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:23

Denomination: Church Of God

Remaining Free In Christ (Col. 2:8–15) Series

Contributed by Greg Brown on Jan 19, 2015

Exposition of Col. 2:8–15

Remaining Free in Christ “See to it that no one takes you captive through hollow and deceptive philosophy, which depends on human tradition and the basic principles of this world rather than on Christ. For in Christ all the fullness of the Deity lives in bodily form, and you have been given ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:8-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Compromising Power--Pergamum Series

Contributed by Aaron Householder on Jul 13, 2006

Toleration leads to compromise & compromise to corruption. Compromise has power beacuse it takes spiritual power from the church.

Southview Baptist Church July 23, 2006 Revelation 2:12-17 Pastor Aaron The Seven Churches for Today: Pergamum Compromising Power 1. Reminder of Jesus’ Power (12) Jesus’ sword symbolizes war & salvation (Hebrews 4:12). 2. Realities of a Sinful City (13) a. The ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

What Doth God Require? (Full) Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jun 24, 2020

To establish that God has shown us His righteousness and given us commandments. They are to do justly, love mercy, and walk humbly before Him. This lesson describes the evils and wickedness in high places! It also provides hope to our Nation during this pandemic.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. That We Do Justly 2. That We Love Mercy 3. That We Walk Humbly Introductory Remarks. 1. Today's lesson will discuss the theme: "What doth God Require?" Micah was a contemporary of Isaiah, and both ministered in the Southern Kingdom (Judah). The name Micah ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:6-8, Matthew 22:37-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Where Is Your Faith?—part I

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 10, 2002

Part 1 of a 2-part sermon. Jesus unveiled the location of His disciples’ faith. Christian faith is to have a specific focus, But where is that focus or rather.... Where does Christian faith take us?

WHERE IS YOUR FAITH-I?—Luke 8:22-25 Jesus unveiled the location of His disciples’ faith. Christian faith is to have a specific focus. Where does Christian faith take us? 1—Christian Faith takes us to THOSE IN NEED(:22) —Explanation:(:22) The Other Side :22—“Now it came about on one of those ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:22-25

Denomination: Baptist

Paul's Love For The Chruch

Contributed by Glenn Robinson on Aug 20, 2002

This sermon explains biblical repentance and shows how it is applied in our Christian lives.

PAUL’S LOVE… I) WAS CONFRONTATIONAL VS 8 Illust – the body is self purifying – liver. I hate to confront or be confronted. God is confrontational PROV 27:5 “Open rebuke …” A) HOW DO WE CONFRONT EFFECTIVLY ? i) EMPATHIZE TO RELATE (not sympathize) Don’t be condemning Relate your own ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:8-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Walk On Water!

Contributed by Eric Sellgren on Feb 1, 2002

Are you defeated? You can still break out of it

Many years ago, when I was a young Curate I took our Youth Club to Scargill House in the Yorkshire Dales in England. We were sharing the week-end with another Youth Club from Garston in Liverpool under the leadership of another young Curate, a friend of mine called Roy Baker. On our first full ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican