Sermons on Turning From Evil:

Invasion From The East Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 19, 2015

Repent today before you no longer want to.

During a tourist bus excursion to a volcanic canyon in Iceland a couple of years ago, a woman was reported missing when she failed to return to the bus. The bus driver waited an hour before notifying the Icelandic police. Soon after the missing person's report, search and rescue teams and even a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 9:13-21

Denomination: Evangelical Free

From The Inside Out

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Dec 5, 2010

Message about how change comes from the inside before it is shown on the outside.

Title: From the Inside Out Theme: To help people to understand that the only way to change our behavior on the outside is to change the inside. Text: Galatians 5:22-23, Romans 12:1-2 Gal 5:22-23 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Church Of God

Four Great Freedoms In Christ Sermon Iv: Freedom From Want Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Sep 11, 2019

Christians have been set free to flee the selfish desires of evil doers who prey upon us, so as to become the person God wants us to be and enjoy the abundant life Christ wants us to live!

FOUR GREAT FREEDOMS IN CHRIST SERMON IV: FREEDOM FROM WANT If I had to pick one of the many adages that I grew up with - the one that stands out more than the rest - I suppose it would be the admonition from my mother: “Nobody ever gets everything they want.” It ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

The Practice Of Loving Our Enemies (May 22, 2013)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Nov 4, 2021

We as Christians should exhibit Christian behavior, which cannot be done without the help of Christ. Turning the other cheek is easier said than done.

THE PRACTICE OF LOVING OUR ENEMIES Text: Matthew 5:38 - 48 Matthew 5:38-48  "You have heard that it was said, 'An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.'  (39)  But I say to you, Do not resist an evildoer. But if anyone strikes you on the right cheek, turn the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: United Methodist

From Triumphant To Tragedy Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Apr 5, 2009

Based on the poem, Footprints in the Sand by Mary Stevenson, this series follows the footprints of Jesus from the Upper Room to His Resurrection.

Scripture References (Jn 19:16-30, Mtt 27:27-54, Mk 15:16-39, Lk 23:33-48) Series Introduction Continue our Easter series called Footprints. We are following- footprints of Jesus as He journeyed to Jerusalem and the cross. He left footprints in the sands of time- footprints that- tell us- what ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-37

Denomination: Charismatic

The Enemy From Within Series

Contributed by Mark Perryman on Jan 11, 2008

The 4th church of Revelation

INTRO: Remember the book by Frank Peretti, "This Present Darkness" about the battle between good and evil. How these demons were going to take over a town and how they waged war and used people to do their biding. -It’s amazing how the devil uses different tactics to try to bring down or wage war ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Following From A Distance Series

Contributed by Phil Anderson on May 12, 2017

Dealing with the culture of accepting the title of "follower of Jesus" yet remaining at a comfortable distance from Him

Luke 22:39-62 (NLT) 39 Then, accompanied by the disciples, Jesus left the upstairs room and went as usual to the Mount of Olives. 40 There he told them, “Pray that you will not give in to temptation.” 41 He walked away, about a stone’s throw, and knelt down and prayed, 42 “Father, if you are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-62

Denomination: Assembly Of God

From Goodness To Going

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 11, 2005

Preached at the National Baptist Memorial Church -- a congregation facing selecting a pastor, dealing with an aging building, and in decline. The issue is whether we will stop depending on just being "good" and will live out of grace to bear our witness

I heard not long ago about a very special automobile. It was built in the 1920’s by the Italian firm Bugatti, and it was designed for the outrageously wealthy. This car had 450 horses under the hood, it was 22 feet long and weighed 6000 pounds. It was hand-crafted of the finest materials, it ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

"Where Art Thou" ?

Contributed by Ervin Kimrey on Aug 10, 2007

After Adam sinned God came calling to him "Where Art Thou" not to find where Adam was, but so that Adam would relize where he was. This question is manifold in it’s meaning. This mesage looks at where Adam was Physically, Emotionally, and Spiritually.

WHERE ART THOU ? Intro: God had completed the heavens and the Earth. (2:1) God sets the pattern for a day of rest. (2:2) Man had perfect fellowship with God (walked with Him) (1:29) God had provided every thing for man’s needs. God commanded man to not touch or eat from the tree of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From The Wilderness

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Oct 6, 2009

The lessons from the wilderness are summarized in Mark 1:15. Jesus is the Son of God; the kingdom of God is at hand, repent and believe in the gospel.

Lessons From The Wilderness 02/13/05 AM Text: Mark 1:1-15 [This lesson is adapted from several sources including The Teacher’s Commentary By Lawrence O. Richards, and The New Commentary on the Whole Bible: New Testament Volume, based on the work of Jamieson, Fausset, and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lessons From The Wilderness

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Oct 30, 2009

The lessons from the wilderness are summarized in Mark 1:15. Jesus is the Son of God; the kingdom of God is at hand, repent and believe in the gospel.

Lessons From The Wilderness 02/13/05 AM Text: Mark 1:1-15 [This lesson is adapted from several sources including The Teacher’s Commentary By Lawrence O. Richards, and The New Commentary on the Whole Bible: New Testament Volume, based on the work of Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown.] INTRODUCTION ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Lesson From Garlic Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Sep 27, 2007

o provide an exposé of the things that keep us from the presence of Christ.

A LESSON FROM GARLIC Matthew 9:18-26 Sermon Objective: To provide an exposé of the things that keep us from the presence of Christ. Supporting Scripture :Mark 9:23; Mark 11:23; 1 Corinthians 15:55-57; 2 Corinthians 5:7; Ephesians 6:10-13; 1 Peter 5:8 Summary We are over midway through a series ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:18-26

Denomination: Nazarene

Preaching From The Newspaper

Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 26, 2001

A sermon on Luke 13:1-5. Why did this tragedy happen? Refering to September 11, 2001

Sermon for 9/23/2001 Luke 13:1-5 Preaching from the Newspaper Introduction: B. Change gears this morning. I must discuss what is happening in this world. Apply the Word to life. C. Some preachers talk too much about life and not enough about the Word, some talk too much about the Word and not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Freedom From Bondage Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Sep 13, 2004

Jesus frees a man inhabited by thousands of demons. You may not be possessed by a demon - but what destructive habits possess you? Find freedom in Jesus!

For more Bible Studies go to: www.LivingWatersWeb.com What habits do you have? Are there things you do the same way every time or things you just can’t do without? I don’t really have any of those. In fact, I’m often thankful that I’m free of patterns as I sip my daily mocha over the newspaper ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Warnings From Heaven Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Apr 19, 2009

What can we do to get our priorities back in line? Studying the book of Revelation is one solution. This book gives us life’s big picture that will put all of life’s problems into their proper perspective.

Purpose: To show that warnings of coming judgment are demonstrations of God’s grace. Aim: I want the listener to serve God energetically since judgment is imminent. INTRODUCTION: It is SO easy to let life get out of focus. Life is filled with necessary things that need doing. There are bills to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:6-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible