Sermons on tolerating evil: showing 961-975 of 75,533

Where Is God?

Contributed by Steve Yarber on May 21, 2002

In a world full of evil and injustice, where is God?

Where is God? Isaiah 42:14-17 Pastor Florescu couldn’t bear to watch his son being beaten by the Communist officers. He had already been beaten himself, and he had not slept for two weeks for fear of being attacked by the starving rats the communist had forced into his prison cell. The Romanian ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 42:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of The Blood

Contributed by Justin Joiner on Oct 19, 2001

The blood cleanses and protects us from evil.

The Power of the Blood. Open in Prayer. ~ The Blood covers us. ~ Ex.12:21-23 Moses told the leaders to slaughter the lamb their families had for passover. ~ All of the houses were to be stained with blood. ~ At night, the Angel of the Lord passed over the houses that had blood over the door ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:22-26, Exodus 12:21-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Grace Abounding

Contributed by Bramwell Hayes on Jan 7, 2006

Grace contrasted with law as an answer to the evil of the world

We went to the zoo on bank holiday Monday. I was like a kid - excited at seeing all the differeent creatures. We saw kangaroos, girafes, leopards, lions and tigers, it was all very exciting. But one creature they had on display was easily missed, They had a little cage wiith the caption ’the most ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:20-21

Denomination: Salvation Army

It’s Time To Tear Down The Gates Of Hell

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Dec 10, 2004

The Sermon assures of victory over the forces of evil.

In our text, Jesus used the terms gates and hell to refer to the powers of evil forces and the physical death. Jesus taught his followers that they were to confront the gates of hell. Christ spoke these words in Caesarea Phillippi, a pagan city that was filled with moral corruption. History ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Baptist

The Strong Man Competition Series

Contributed by David Elvery on May 6, 2009

Jesus’s strength compared to Evil Spirits

“The Strong man competition” Gladstone Baptist Church – 6/8/06 pm S1 - When we look around the world, we sometimes doubt that good is winning the war against Evil (OOPS) Earlier in the service, I asked you to share with each other who was the strongest man you knew or could think of. What were ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:14-28

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On Avarice

Contributed by William Meakin on Jan 18, 2021

Avarice can be considered the very essence of evil

Fyodor Dostoevsky, the Russian novelist, philosopher, and journalist once remarked: “The world says: "You have needs - satisfy them. You have as much right as the rich and the mighty. Don't hesitate to satisfy your needs; indeed, expand your needs and demand more." This is the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:5, Ecclesiastes 5:10, Proverbs 11:24

Joash Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 5, 2016

A Good Grandson Comes from An Evil Grandmother

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Generational sins. “Visiting the iniquity of the fathers (or mothers) upon the children unto the third and fourth generation of them that hate me” (Ex. 20:5). North South Ahab and Jezebel  Athaliah ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:5

Denomination: Baptist

Joash Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 28, 2019

A good grandson comes from an evil grandmother.

A GOOD GRANDSON COMES FROM AN EVIL GRANDMOTHER A. INTRODUCTION 1. Generational sins. “Visiting the iniquity of the fathers (or mothers) upon the children unto the third and fourth generation of them that hate me” (Ex. 20:5). North ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:5

Denomination: Baptist

God Still Moves Series

Contributed by Diana Tyler on May 27, 2023

God still moves despite the evil of others

In 1 Kings, we have read about the different kings of Israel. It starts with King David's later years and ultimate death. Solomon takes the throne and as the chapters continue, we learn that not every king followed God. Israel had a major problem with idolatry. Idolatry is when you put ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 16:29-32

A Church Without Undercurrents (James 4:11-12) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jul 9, 2022

A challenge to stop speaking evil of one another.

Today, we are going to work through just two verses from James 4, verses 11-12. These verses have their own little introduction and conclusion, and sort of stand alone. Let's start by reading just the first sentence in verse 11: (11) Don't speak evil of one another, brothers. In my ...read more

Scripture: James 4:11-12

Dealing With Negative, Toxic, And Repelling Individuals. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 6, 2024

Have you ever encountered people who consistently exhibit negative, toxic, and repelling behavior?

Have you ever encountered people who consistently exhibit negative, toxic, and repelling behavior? The Bible offers guidance on how to navigate such relationships and maintain your spiritual well-being. The Warning of Toxic Company (1 Corinthians 15:33) The apostle Paul warns us that "bad ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:44

Develop Healthy Partnerships Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jul 24, 2012

Since the Church has too long tolerated the teaching of our culture on sexuality and sexuaol relationships, it's time to speak up about building quality relationships.

“Building Quality Relationships: With Jesus – Develop Healthy Partners” Eph. 5:3-8; 1 Cor. 6:9-20 Sometimes the words of Scripture hit me in the gut. In preparation for today’s message I was directed to such words, from Jesus Himself. In Rev. 2:19 Jesus commends the Church ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:3-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Holiness

Contributed by Lucky Ekentason on Apr 10, 2005

REMINDING BELIEVER WE ARE CALLED TO BE HOLY UNTO THE LORD. GOD EXPECTS EVERY BELIEVER TO SHOW FORTH THE GLORY OF GOD IN OUR WALK WITH HIM; IN PURITY OF HEART.

Holiness is the very nature of God. It is impossible for God to sin. It is not about Him not willing to sin; but in His nature He can not sin. Prophet Habakkuk gives us an insight to the nature of the God of Heaven. In Habakkuk 1:13 "Thou art of purer eyes than to behold evil, and canst not look on ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:14

Denomination: Holiness

The Little Girl That Offered The Head Of John The Baptist

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 8, 2015

To show that we are not to be prompted by evil instruction but by godly instruction from the WORD of GOD, inspired and led by the HOLY SPIRIT. 1 Timothy 6:3-4 (Amplified Bible) But if anyone teaches otherwise and does not assent to the sound and wholeso

I. EXORDIUM: Where do you receive instruction from? GOD. His WORDS, the HOLY SPIRIT as prompted by the Fear of the LORD. Proverbs 1:7 (Amplified Bible) The reverent and worshipful fear of the Lord is the beginning and the principal and choice part of knowledge [its starting point and its ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Spirit Of Household Wickedness. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 28, 2024

The Household Wicked Spirit, mentioned in Matthew 12:43-45 and Mark 7:24-30, is a malevolent entity that seeks to destroy our lives and our relationships with God and others.

The Household Wicked Spirit, mentioned in Matthew 12:43-45 and Mark 7:24-30, is a malevolent entity that seeks to destroy our lives and our relationships with God and others. It is a manifestation of Satan's power and is characterized by its ability to infiltrate and control our households, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:43-45, Mark 7:24-30, Genesis 2:17