Sermons on Wicked Behavior:

Flesh And Spirit: Love And Gentleness Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 21, 2009

Treating others with gentleness begins with understanding that God uses gentleness with us, and then moves to our being gentle with ourselves. Gentleness does shape the behavior of others.

Why is it that some situations cause us to lose our tempers? Why do we sometimes lose all sense of reason and just get angry all over? Why is it that when we are trying to get someone else to do what we want them to do, we can barely control our rage? A few weeks ago I introduced you to our new ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-25

Denomination: Baptist

Treasure’s Trap Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 18, 2010

Stop pursuing wealth, because: such a pursuit has made us (the American Church) sick; it never satisfies; and it is a snare into sin and self-destructive behavior.

Several years ago, Millard Fuller of Habitat for Humanity addressed the National Press Club on public radio, on which he recalled a workshop he conducted at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary with 200 pastors in attendance. The assembled pastors quickly pointed toward greed and selfishness as the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:3-10

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Getting Life Right: Romans 10:1-17

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Jul 30, 2020

Righteousness: Right STANDING, Right RELATIONSHIP, Right BEHAVIOR, through Christ. Not by birth, religion, goodness. Evangelistic (Romans 10:9-10) and missional focus.

GETTING LIFE RIGHT—Romans 10:1-17 When I say the word “righteousness,” what pops into your head? Is it an image of a self-righteous person, who delights in being better than everyone else? Do you get defensive, because you know you’re not perfectly righteous? Do you have a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

An Offering Given In Purity Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 15, 2021

Every believer ought to be a philanthropist in that they seek the welfare of those around them. That is not to say that we support ungodly behavior, but that we seek to assist those in need.

An Offering Given in Purity Matthew 6: 1-4 Today we begin a new chapter in our study of the Sermon on the Mount, but it is just a continuation of what we have studied in the past. We are still dealing with the message Jesus preached to the multitudes. His focus has shifted somewhat, but He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

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

The Consequences Of Exploiting Others Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 10, 2024

Everyone has a unique capacity to cope with toxic behavior, and it's important to recognize that some individuals may be more vulnerable to its effects.

The Bible teaches us that our treatment of others has a direct impact on our own lives. Those who take advantage of others, exploiting their vulnerabilities and resources, will ultimately suffer the consequences of their actions. On the other hand, those who show kindness and compassion to the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:31, Exodus 22:22-23, Isaiah 10:1-2, Daniel 5:27

Baggage - Let It Go Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon will guide us on how to let go of negative emotions and behaviors, replacing them with kindness, compassion, and forgiveness, as a way to grow in our relationship with Christ.

“Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.” - Ephesians 4:31-32 Far too many people walk around carrying heavy baggage from years of mistakes, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:31-32

Topics: Letting Go, Spiritual Growth, Forgiveness

Sermon Series: Baggage

How Not To Worship God Series

Contributed by Todd Riley on Feb 5, 2002

An exposition of Exodus 20:4-6

Islington Baptist Church February 3, 2002 Exodus 20:4-6 Scripture reading: Exodus 32 Series: The 10 Commandments How not to worship God A few years ago I made a mistake. I was visiting an elderly Christian lady who happened to have a lamp, but no ordinary lamp. The lamp had a big fat ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

Living A Holy Righteous Life And Avoiding Temptations And Sin Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 24, 2025

As believers, we are called to live a life that honors God.

As believers, we are called to live a life that honors God, despite our struggles with sin. The Bible teaches us that God's desire is for us to live holy and righteous lives, avoiding temptations and sin. God's Desire for Our Holiness - 1 Thessalonians 4:7: "For God did not call us ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:7

A Battle Rages Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Dec 28, 2007

A holy fear of the wicked heart of mankind is what is needed in the lives of Christians. Christians who grasp their authority in Christ have a fear of themselves and do not hold the grace of God in contempt.

Turn your Bibles to 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 Title: A Battle Rages Theme: Uncovering the Root of Our Failures Series: Grasping Our Authority in Christ 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 says, “Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Blessed & The Perverted Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Feb 16, 2012

The righteous are blessed for they receive & obey God’s Word & therefore walk in safety & will be well remembered. The wicked bring about strife, hurt, & harm. Since they sought the downfall of others their remembrance & work will be cast down

PROVERBS 10: 6-10 THE BLESSED AND THE PERVERTED [or the Blesser and the Perverter] Here we have two characters -the wicked and the just- contrasted. They represent the two great classes of mankind. From their opposite characters, there springs an opposite way of living which leads to ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

Five Signs Of Pride

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Oct 29, 2010

Notice five things the Edomites did to Israel as the result of their pride showing itself.

Five Signs of Pride Wed night October 7th 2009 Obadiah 1:10-14 Introduction What is pride? It is above all an attitude, but it never stops with an attitude. It never stops in the mind or in the heart of a person or a people. James 1:14-15 “but each one is tempted when, by his own evil ...read more

Scripture: Obadiah 1:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

Traits To Look For In A Leader

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Dec 6, 2008

Response to a letter sent to me before the 2008 election, warning of what I can and cannot preach. This is a topical, not a textual message. Suitable for election time and/or revival.

TRAITS TO LOOK FOR IN A LEADER I. INTRODUCTION This week I received a letter in the mail from the Reverend Barry W. Lynn, the executive director of the organization “Americans United for Separation of Church and State”. Concerning the Name 1. There would no America if there was no Church This ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1

Denomination: Baptist

Pain And Suffering?

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 25, 2015

Satan uses pain to make people doubt God’s goodness. He wants to inject doubt into our minds until we distrust the character and behavior of our heavenly Father.

25 January 2006 Title: Pain and Suffering? Scripture Reading: Job 1:13-22 This evening I am going to talk about pain and suffering and how to face trouble, because from the cradle to the cemetery, we spend much of our existence trying to avoid pain and stay out of trouble. The longer we ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:13-22

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Walking The Land!

Contributed by Dana Visneskie on Jun 26, 2004

A great Canada Day message or Independence Day message. I give 3 reasons why God is still walking the land in the midst of rebellion and wickeness, enjoy!

Title: God Is Walking The Land Text: Exodus 8:22-23; Psalm 33:12 Read Text!!! Pray!!! Introduction: - In our text this morning we see God walking the land. - A land where the Jewish people where in slavery for 400 years and being badly mistreated. - A land where there was poverty for God’s ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 8:22-23

Denomination: Pentecostal