Sermons on Two Evils:

Contending With Evil Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 13, 2019

Just because we are chosen by God, baptized into Christ, does not mean that we are infallibly going to attain God’s promises. We are always tempted, as Christ was, to follow the allurements of the world, flesh and devil.

Saint Anthony of the Desert 2019 Saint Anthony–the less famous one we call “Anthony of the Desert”–died 1653 years ago today. Since he is also called “Anthony the Great” and “Anthony of Egypt” and several other honorifics, we might want to know more about him, and what he can teach us today. But ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45, Hebrews 3:7-14, Psalm 95:6-11

Denomination: Catholic

Abbhoring Evil Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 16, 2018

Message 31 in our exposition of Romans. This message continues the exploration of unhypocritical love outlined in Romans 12-14.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Abhorring and avoiding the Evil Being stuck to and embracing the Good” Basic Outline of Romans I. Receive the gift of righteousness II. Apply the Gift of Righteousness III. Place of Israel in the God’s Plan of Salvation IV. Live the Gift of ...read more

Scripture: James 3:17-18

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Encounter With Evil!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 28, 2014

You need not fear the devil when you have the King with you! Are you listening? You can meet the devil and the evil forces at any time when you have a tight communion with the Lord at all times.

Encounter with evil: 1 King 18:2”So Elijah went to show himself to Ahab. Now the famine was severe in Samaria.” Deuteronomy 28:1 “"And if you faithfully obey the voice of the LORD your God, being careful to do all his commandments that I command you today, the LORD your God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Appearance Of Evil Series

Contributed by Olu-Timi Lewis Afolabi on Jan 7, 2014

IN A POLLUTED WORLD LIKE OURS IT IS EXPEDIENT THAT CHRISTIANS SHOULD STAND OUT AND MAKE THE DIFFERENCE. ANYTHING THAT APPEARS LIKE EVIL SHOULD NOT BE CONDONED BY BELIEVERS IN CHRIST. THEY SHOULD DENOUNCE EVIL OUT RIGHTLY AND KEEP AWAY FROM THEM.

APPEARANCE OF EVIL 1ST THES. 5:22 states thus ‘Abstain from all appearance of evil.’ Apostle Paul by the Holy Spirit exhorts Christians to abstain from all appearance of evil. You may wish to ask, ‘what is appearance of evil? ’. In order to understand this phrase we need ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:22

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Evil In The Kingdom Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 21, 2014

Second in a series. The Parable of the Weeds helps us understand why there is evil in the midst of God's kingdom.

Do you ever wonder why it’s often so hard to be a follower of Jesus? Perhaps like me, you once had some well meaning, but naïve person tell you that if you would just give your life to Jesus all your problems would go away, only to find out that is far from reality. I look around this room ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-43

Denomination: Baptist

Looking For Evil

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Sep 5, 2013

To share that we can be better prepared and inspired to look for and battle the evil that is so prevalent in our world today.

Let me start off this morning by sharing with you a Video Clip from KWCH 12 Eyewitness News that aired last Monday. VIDEO: “Jan Kilbourne” -Watching this entire situation unfold this past week has been a really something hasn’t it? When things like this happen we usually feel ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:14

Denomination: Other

Evil Forces

Contributed by Bala Samson on Dec 14, 2021

There is always this inquisitiveness even among the Christians to know about ghost and also watch ghost movies. Caveat!

Vampires Ephesians 6:12”…the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places.” I am sure this title of mine would be an instant hit because people may want to read it out of: curiosity, fear or nosiness… whatever….they would read. There is always this inquisitiveness even among the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Deception Of Evil. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 3, 2024

The Bible warns us about the dangers of evil deception.

In a world where truth is often distorted, some individuals embrace falsehoods and deceive others. The Bible warns us about the dangers of evil deception and encourages us to seek God's truth. _2 Thessalonians 2:9-12 - "The coming of the lawless one will be in accordance with how Satan ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:9-12, Proverbs 14:8

An Interlude With Evil PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Explore the providence, power, and hope of God in difficult times, as demonstrated in Esther Chapter 5, emphasizing that God often calls us in our weaknesses, not our strengths.

Good morning, brothers and sisters! Today, we are going to delve into the book of Esther, specifically Chapter 5, where we encounter the providence of God in the face of pain and misery, His power in the midst of evil, and the hope He provides in difficult times. In the words of Jerry Bridges, "He ...read more

Topics: Providence, God

"Two Men, Two Ways, Two Destinies"

Contributed by Rick Bartosik on Jan 26, 2004

Ultimate success in life is found in getting the roots of our lives deep into the truth of God’s Word and letting it shape our thinking and transform our lives.

“Two Men, Two Ways, Two Destinies” Psalm 1 Dr. Rick Bartosik, Senior Pastor Mililani Community Church January 23, 2004 Today we are beginning a new series of Sunday morning messages on the Psalms. One of the early church fathers, St. Basil, wrote that "they are like a general hospital for souls ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6, 2 Timothy 3:14-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Two Brothers, Two Crosses, And Two Choices

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Oct 3, 2005

This message is about the two thieves and the choices that each made at the Crucifixion.

Luke 23:32-33 KJV And there were also two other, malefactors, led with him to be put to death. [33] And when they were come to the place, which is called Calvary, there they crucified him, and the malefactors, one on the right hand, and the other on the left. l. INTRODUCTION -- CHOICES -Life ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-33

Denomination: Pentecostal

Two Mindsets, Two Roads, Two Destinies

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 5, 2016

The present state of the believer is one of hope.

TWO MINDSETS, TWO ROADS, TWO DESTINIES. Romans 8:6-11. This short passage describes two states of mind: literally, “the mind of the flesh (which is) death”; and “the mind of the Spirit (which is) life and peace” (Romans 8:6). These are two quite distinct mindsets, which lead to two differing ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:6-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Two Men, Two Ways, Two Destinies PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 19, 2023

Explores Psalm 1, emphasizing the stark choice between paths of righteousness or wickedness, and the resulting destinies of divine favor or destruction.

Good morning, dear friends. It is a joy to gather together in this sacred space, this sanctuary where we come to meet with God, to hear His Word, and to be transformed by it. Today, we stand on the threshold of a profound exploration of a text that has been a wellspring of wisdom for countless ...read more

Topics: Following God, Blessings

Two Paths, Two Destinies Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 25, 2025

The Christian life demands that we endure God's tests to receive the crown of life, while simultaneously taking full responsibility for the internal temptations that, if unchecked, arise from our own desires and lead to spiritual death.

Introduction: The Finish Line Many of us know the feeling of a great test. Perhaps it was a final exam in university that determined your grade for the entire semester. Maybe it was a major project or presentation at work, with your career on the line. Or maybe it was a physical challenge, like ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

Two Roads, Two Teachings Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Apr 27, 2013

Near the end of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus explains the essential of being able to judge and discern false teachings and the road that will lead to eternal destruction.

Two Roads, Two Teachings Matthew 7:13-23 In our last study we looked at Jesus’ famous words from Matthew 7: 7: "Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-23

Denomination: Baptist