Sermons on Shun Evil:

According To The Christian Worldview, You Do Actually Live In The Matrix

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Dec 28, 2021

"Who are we!?" cried out the man in the military uniform. He and four strangers, a clown, a ballerina, a hobo and a bagpiper found themselves in a strange cylindrical area.

"Who are we!?" cried out the man in the military uniform. He and four strangers, a clown, a ballerina, a hobo and a bagpiper found themselves in a strange cylindrical area. Little did they know, they were simply toys, at the bottom of a salvation army toy donation bin. But is our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:21-22

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Curse Of Eternal Life--How's That?

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 8, 2023

How could eternal life be a curse? We’ve always been told that our end, our goal in life, is to live forever.

Saturday of 5th Sunday in Course 2023 How could eternal life be a curse? We’ve always been told that our end, our goal in life, is to live forever. True enough, and the liturgy reinforces that idea frequently, especially with the constant repetition of per omnia saecula saeculorum, or “forever and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:1-10, Genesis 3:9-24

Denomination: Catholic

Understanding Satan's Tactics. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 10, 2024

Satan, also known as the devil, is the primary antagonist in the Bible.

Satan is a fallen angel who opposes God and seeks to lead humanity away from Him. The Bible describes Satan as a deceiver, a tempter, and a destroyer. Satan is a master of deception, using his cunning and lies to lead us astray. In Genesis 3, he deceives Eve, tempting her to disobey God's ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-5, Psalm 139:1-4, 1 Peter 5:8, Revelation 12:11

When Others Disagree With You

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Sep 5, 2001

Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.

Others Disagree With You Matthew 7:1 Judge not, that ye be not judged. Matthew 7:1 a [Judge not, that ye be not judged] Do not find fault with anyone except yourself or you will expose your own criminal tendencies and disposition. Matthew 7:2 For with what judgment ye judge, ye shall be judged: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Job – A Hurting Hero”

Contributed by David Yarbrough on Aug 20, 2001

The question isn’t WILL I face hurts? But, HOW will I face my hurts? We can learn from the life of Job how to endure the hurts that we experience in this life.

Intro: In 1988 The L.A. Dodgers were playing the first game of the World Series against the Oakland A’s. One of the Dodgers best players was Kirk Gibson, but in winning the pennant, Gibson played so intensely that he injured both legs. As the dodgers walked out for the opening game of the World ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Wants To Play Part 1 Series

Contributed by Terry Jones on May 10, 2008

Surviving today requires that believers develop a godly mentality, a strategic plan and an understanding of the spiritual tools given to us by the Holy Spirit. Survival requires dedication to press in to God and in following His lead. Survivor’s ready?

Who Wants to Play? Soul Survivor Part 1 When we began thoughts of this series I asked myself a few preliminary questions…. • Who in the Bible best captures the essence of “survivor” skills in the face of great adversity? • Who readily comes to mind when you think of victory over grave ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:6-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Character Study Of Job Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 24, 2025

Job’s life teaches us that faithfulness to God does not exempt us from trials, but God remains in control. His suffering was not a result of sin but a test of faith, which led to greater blessings and a deeper revelation of God.

CHARACTER STUDY OF JOB – A RIGHTEOUS MAN TESTED BY SATAN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Job 1:1 "There was a man in the land of Uz, whose name was Job; and that man was perfect and upright, and one that feared God, and eschewed evil." Supporting Texts: Job 1-42, James 5:11, Romans ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1, James 5:11, Romans 8:28, 1 Peter 5:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Blessed Are -

Contributed by Steve Gladwell on Sep 1, 2001

Concentrates on the second beatitude with brief comment on teh first.

Blessed are those who mourn. What are the beatitudes there for? What was Jesus doing when he gave these words to these people? For a long time, I saw these as a list of instructions somewhat similar to the Ten Commandments. I believed that Jesus was saying this was what he wanted his followers to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Job Chapter 2

Contributed by Fran Van Hoven on Jul 14, 2007

Job was a moral, wealthy, and godly man. As the story unfolds, his life was a bad movie script….

One of the most mesmerizing, puzzling, and unpopular passages in the Bible is, no doubt, the story of Job. Job was a moral, wealthy, and godly man. As the story unfolds, his life was a bad movie script…. Job2: 1 On another day the angels came to present themselves before the Lord, and Satan also ...read more

Scripture: Job 2:1-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Avoiding Spiritual Near-Sightedness That Leads Us To Do Evil In God's Name

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 4, 2011

The chief priests were meticulous in making sure the "blood money" didn't go into the treasury while they were actively working on a murder. What are ways we see the small things while missing the big picture?

Diagnosing Spiritual Near-Sightedness: There is a “spiritual eye condition” that allows people to see small things clearly while being blind to big things. - Matthew 27:6. - References in Matthew to clear “eyes”: Matthew 6:22-23, 7:3-5, 13:15-16. - We are going to go ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Vision

Contributed by Mike Hays on Nov 16, 2000

God's Sovereignty gives us vision beyond our present circumstances so that we can know His hand of love is at work.

The Power of Vision Job 42 I have been waiting to share with you the message that God has burned into my heart while I was away with my family on vacation. I have been sharing this lesson every chance I have been given since I have returned home. I shared it with our staff on Monday morning, I ...read more

Scripture: Job 42:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Path Of Wisdom & Life Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jul 7, 2011

In the Book of Proverbs, the words "path" & "way" (& their plurals) are found nearly 100 times. It is while we walk with God that we learn to enjoy the blessings of God.

PROVERBS 2:9-22 THE PATH OF WISDOM AND LIFE A newspaper cartoon shows an AUTOMOBILE BALANCING PRECARIOUSLY over the edge of a cliff, with an embarrassed husband at the wheel and his disgusted wife sitting next to him. Meekly, he says to his wife, "Honey, there's got to be a lesson here ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:9-22

Denomination: Baptist

Proverbial Wisdom

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 27, 2004

God offers proverbial wisdom to us.

INTRO.- There is all kinds of wisdom in this world. Some good and some not so good. Here are some non-american, non-biblical, proverbial sayings that I think are good. A quarrel is like buttermilk: once it’s out of the churn, the more you shake it, the more sour it grows. Irish Proverb A rich ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Becoming A Person Of Integrity Series

Contributed by Michael Biolsi on Nov 24, 2001

Learning to integrate your life values with daily living.

Becoming a Person of Integrity Character Builder Series Pastor Mike Biolsi $20 bill illustration: ask, “Who would like this $20 bill?” Then crumple it up, step on it, roll it around and then hold it up again and ask, “Who still wants this $20 bill?” The value remains no matter what the item looks ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:17, Proverbs 11:3

Denomination: Baptist

Hold On, I'm Not Done Yet!

Contributed by Paul Davis on May 23, 2005

This sermon highlights how one can make the best of a bad situation.

Hold On, I’m Not Done Yet! Scripture: Job 1: 6-12 6Now there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the LORD and Satan also came among them. 7And the LORD said to Satan, “From where do you come?” So Satan answered the LORD and said, “From going to and fro on the earth, ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:6-12

Denomination: Baptist