Sermons on Shun Evil:

Quiet Time: Why It Is Important To A Man

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jun 19, 2012

A sermon for Father's Day on the importance of men to seek the Lord every day through a quiet time of Bible mediation and prayer

Introduction: It is said that Andrew Bonar, a great man of prayer, had three rules: (1) Not to speak to any man before speaking to Jesus; (2) Not to do anything with his hands until he had been on his knees; (3) Not to read the papers until he had read his Bible. WBTU: In our Christian culture we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Paradox Of Pursuing Knowledge About God And Experiencing Him

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jun 8, 2019

The danger of intellectual pursuit without an intimate experiential knowledge of God is that the heart can be come cold and brittle like a stone, making knowledge an idol.

I remember as a young Born-Again Christian, just starting my spiritual journey that I would walk in and through the presence of God effortlessly. I lived and breathed the supernatural. Signs and Wonders were everywhere! The anointing was powerful! Then I went to Bible School and was told those ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:26-27, 1 Thessalonians 5:17, John 16:13, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, 2 Timothy 2:15, 2 Peter 2:1, Matthew 24:11, Matthew 7:15, Matthew 28:19-20, 1 Peter 5:7, 1 John 4:1, Proverbs 3:5-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Give Us Barabbas

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Nov 19, 2005

This sermon reminds us that when given the choice between good and evil, we will naturally pick that which is evil.

The text this morning brings before us the most tragic choice in human history. We are a people who are constantly inundated with choices and their aftermath. Wrong choices have dismantled and destroyed many lives. It matters not where we come from or where we are in life; each of us must ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:18

Denomination: Baptist

What Christmas Did Not Do

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Jan 21, 2013

Christmas did not eliminate evil and suffering, but it gives us the hope that one day God will eliminate evil and suffering.

Title: What Christmas Did Not Do Text: Matthew 2:13-23 Truth: Christmas did not eliminate evil and suffering, but it gives us the hope that one day God will eliminate evil and suffering. Aim: hope and encouragement (Outline: lifeway.com, Jeff Griffis) INTRODUCTION Christmas Sunday the pastor ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Baptist

It's All In The Mix Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Feb 1, 2006

A sermon exploring the dichotomy of good and evil existing side by side in the Kingdom of God.

Stories Jesus Told: It’s All in the Mix Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43 A story-teller usually has one thing to communicate, one point to make, when he/she tells a good story. Thus it was with Jesus as he began to weave a story for his listeners. Now a good story may have twists and sub-plots that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30

Denomination: Methodist

Supreme Power Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jun 25, 2007

Jesus expands his ministry into gentile territory and is immediately confronted by evil. He overcomes the evil and in doing so assures us that he will overcome whatever evil that confronts us in our lives.

Luke 8:26-39 “Supreme Power” INTRODUCTION One of the all time favorite Bible stories is the tale of David and Goliath. We all remember the story of gutsy little David, who was a shepherd by trade, going against the giant Goliath, who was a professional soldier. David was so scrawny that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:26-39

Denomination: Lutheran

Justifiable Complaint Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 1, 2021

There was no escapism with Job. He got no comfort by trying to deny the reality of evil. Many believers often try to pretend that there is no evil. This is not healthy at all. Job is healthy, for he condemns evil for what it is.

Disraeli, as the Prime Minister of England, was once walking with a friend. As they went along the street in London, they met a distinguished looking gentleman. Disraeli greeted him, and asked, "How is your old complaint?" The man responded that it was getting worse, and he was sure it ...read more

Supernatural Encounters

Contributed by Dillon Burroughs on Mar 9, 2009

A biblical discussion of culture’s fascination with the supernatural based on Ephesians 6:12. Original audience was for a medium-sized church congregation.

Supernatural Encounters Dillon Burroughs Ephesians 6:12 2.5.06 Have you noticed America’s new focus on the supernatural? America’s entertainment choices include… movies such as Underworld, The Sixth Sense, The Exorcism of Emily Rose, television programs like Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Ghost ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12

Denomination: Baptist

My Servant Job Series

Contributed by Fran Van Hoven on Jul 6, 2007

One of the most extraordinary people found in the Old Testament is Job. Job gives us a great example to follow when we find ourselves in the midst of great adversity.

Today, I’m beginning a series of lessons from the book of Job. If you have ever gone through anguish and pain of a sudden and tragic loss you may know something of which this book of Job speaks. Job1:1 In the land of Uz there lived a man whose name was Job. This man was blameless and upright; he ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Loving God

Contributed by Mark Evans on Sep 12, 2003

Apologetic Sermon answering the question, "If God is really a Loving God…Why Does He Permit All The Evil Done In This World?

A Loving God Author: Pastor Mark Evans Text: John 3:16 Year 2001 STATISTICS: · A Woman is "Battered" every 15 seconds. · 1.3 Adult Women Are "Raped" Every Minute. · 45 Americans were Killed in "Alcohol Related Traffic Crashes" Each Day in 1994. · Approximately 6 Children Are Reported "Abused and ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

What To Do When Satan Attacks Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Mar 15, 2005

Satan attacks all of us. . . what can we do to fight back against him? *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

For a CD of over 100 of sermons by Darrell Stetler II (most complete with handouts), please e-mail darrellstetler2@sbcglobal.net. What to do when Satan attacks you. “Saul made havoc of the church...” Observation: When God is working, you can expect Satan to attack. <ILLUS> The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-40

Denomination: Holiness

Commitment To Trust

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 2, 2005

Our greatest trust should be in the Lord.

INTRO. - ILL. - Two partners from a small law firm were having lunch when suddenly one of them looked alarmed. He announced, "I have to go back to the office right away! I forgot to lock the safe!" "What are you worried about?" asked the other lawyer. "We’re both here." Do lawyers trust ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Destructive Critics

Contributed by Ervin Kimrey on Jan 18, 2010

Recognize that when you step out on faith, follow God, and try to make a difference, you will be criticized. Expect it and deal with it through prayer, keeping the proper perspective, and being persistent.

DISTRUCTIVE CRITICS Nehemiah 4:1-23 Introduction: In a Charlie Brown comic, Linus is seated with a troubled look on his face, his security blanket over his shoulder, his thumb in his mouth. Turning to Lucy, he asks, “Why are you always so anxious to criticize me?” Her response: “I just think I ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Freedom In Christ

Contributed by Dwight Davis on Jun 8, 2009

This sermon deals with the overwhelming presence of evil in the world, our obsession with it, and how to overcome it.

Is it just me, or have you also noticed that interest in the occult and demon possession is increasing at an alarming rate. Have you noticed the number of movies made centered around demon possession or demons in general? Just the previews give me the creeps and make me shudder to think of all the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-12

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Come Quickly Lord Jesus And Cut The Grass!

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Oct 12, 2011

We look around today and see the rich getting richer and the poor getting poorer. Our power bill is going up along with the taxes. Should we fret about it?

Come quickly Lord Jesus and cut the grass! I can remember before my brother Everette was born I was around 5 years old or so, I was afraid of sleeping by myself because my room was so far away from Mom and Dad. I would lay there terrified because if I called Dad he would be upset at me for waking ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:1-11

Denomination: Baptist