Sermons on Wicked Counsel:

Introduction To The Beatitudes Part 1 Series

Contributed by Claude Alexander on May 10, 2017

The Beatitudes and the christian value system.

The Beatitudes. Matthew 5:1-12 Introduction to the beatitudes. (Part 1) Mankind has always valued and exalted the strong, the beautiful, the successful. The happiness of a person has usually been measured by the degree in which one achieves good results or arouses admiration. Conversely, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Seduction Of Mr. Simple Series

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Jul 5, 2021

We are all fallen creatures and although we praise and thank God that we have been saved by grace through faith in Christ.. have been made a new creation in Him and have been given His resurrected life - our old, fleshly nature battle against our new life in Christ.

The seduction of Mr. Simple Proverbs 7:1-27 The book of proverbs is a collection of wise words regarding morality and right versus wrong. Proverbs is largely concerned with the inevitability of God's justice and the importance of prudence. Solomon's proverbs maintain that wicked deeds ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 7:1-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Is The Difference?

Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 1, 2025

God is sovereign. God is just, and He is merciful. Your view of God dictates how you treat mankind.

“The word of the LORD came to me: ‘What do you mean by repeating this proverb concerning the land of Israel, “The fathers have eaten sour grapes, and the children’s teeth are set on edge?” As I live, declares the Lord GOD, this proverb shall no more be used by you in Israel. Behold, all souls are ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 18:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Cost Of National Sin Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 29, 2024

God does judge nations. God's judgement of Israel serves to warn the nations in this day not to presume on God's goodness and mercy.

Sin is expensive! You can’t afford the price demanded when you embrace sin! Though you may play with sin, you are playing a game that is rigged to ensure that you cannot win. You deceive yourself when you imagine you can afford the price you are going to pay. We are warned against inviting sin ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 2:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is This Child? Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Dec 11, 2001

The history of God’s relationship with humanity is a history of ever-deepening intimate communion.

JESUS CHRIST CAME, LIVED, DIED AND ROSE AGAIN. IT WAS OUT OF THE FINAL ACT OF RESURRECTION THAT CHRISTIANITY AROSE. THE MEANING OF CHRISTIANITY WILL BE VAGUE AND UNCLEAR IF YOU DO NOT FIRST GRASP THE MEANING OF CHRIST’S LIFE, DEATH AND LIVING PRESENCE. IT IS FROM JESUS CHRIST THAT CHRISTIANITY ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Free Methodist

Jesus' Sorrow Over The Unrepentant

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Sep 29, 2003

This is an evangelistic sermon about how much God loves us and that He died for us.

Jesus’ Sorrow over the Unrepentant Luke 13:31-34 Primary Purpose: To call the congregation to love the Lord and to commit themselves to Him. This is a story of the heart longing of Jesus. How He longs to love every soul and that every soul is important to Him. He hates the sin, but loves the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:31-34

Denomination: Baptist

God Is A Refuge Series

Contributed by Steve Lawson on Nov 30, 2004

God is a refuge in times of trouble

God is a Refuge Psalm 46 Blood Avengers Joshua 20:2-3 - “Tell the Israelites to designate the cities of refuge, as I instructed you through Moses, 3 so that anyone who kills a person accidentally and unintentionally may flee there and find protection from the avenger of blood. Sometimes You ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Identify An Abuser Of Authority

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 3, 2006

Let us identify twenty of the characteristics of abusers of the truth, their positions of authority and their opportunities

How to Identify an Abuser of Authority (2 Cor 11:12-20) "I would die before taking your money. I’m giving nobody grounds for lumping me in with those money grubbing preachers vaunting themselves as something special. They’re a sorry bunch - pseudo apostles, lying preachers, crooked workers - ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:12-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lord Search My Heart.

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Mar 5, 2003

It is possible to walk before the Lord with a true heart after Him!

Lord Search My Heart. Pastor Jim Parisi March 2, 2003 It is possible to walk before the Lord with a perfect heart! God said to Abraham, (Genesis 17:1). When Abram was ninety-nine years old, the Lord appeared to Abram and said to him, "I am Almighty God; walk before Me and be blameless The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 28:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Comparing And Contrasting Four Approaches To Charitable Giving

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Comparing and Contrasting Four Approaches to Charitable Giving

Matthew 6:20 - Jesus said, "Where your treasure is there will your heart be also." Illustration: Out of every $10 held by Christians in the world $8 are in the hands of North Americans, according to Neal Pirolo, author of Serving as Senders. The Lord has allowed North American Christians to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Non-Biblical Passages

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 21, 2011

Common "sayings" that are not found in Scripture.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Many think these “sayings” are quoted from Scripture, but they are just not there. However, they have biblical truths taught (a) in principle, or (b) application. 2. Some wrongly apply some of these “sayings.” 3. Condition: become a man/woman of the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:15

Denomination: Baptist

Protection Plan

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Aug 17, 2009

Once you are in Christ you have God’s ‘Hedge’ around you? That does not mean problems or adversaries won’t arise? There will be more than you can imagine but you won’t be going through it all alone. The presence of God will never leave you nor forsake you

Opening illustration: During World War II, a US marine was separated from his unit on a Pacific island. The fighting had been intense, and in the smoke and the crossfire he had lost touch with his comrades. Alone in the jungle, he could hear enemy soldiers coming in his direction. Scrambling for ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You A Serious Christian

Contributed by Sam Peters on Feb 27, 2007

This message is an encouragement to rejoice. Too often we walk around like pall bearers at a funeral instead of like children of the King.

Are You a Serious Christian? Ps 32 1 Blessed is he whose transgressions are forgiven, whose sins are covered. 2 Blessed is the man whose sin the LORD does not count against him and in whose spirit is no deceit. 3 When I kept silent, my bones wasted away through my groaning all day long. 4 For day ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11

Complete Healing

Contributed by Keith Peters on Jul 5, 2011

Uses the story of Naaman to discuss the hindrances to spiritual and relational healing that must be overcome.

7 Dips in a Dirty Pool 2 Kings 5 INTRODUCTION: This familiar story is an excellent illustration of the need of every human being for spiritual healing, and the things that hinder us from that healing. NOTICE NAAMAN’S: 1. POSITON. Vs 1 He was a man of: A. AUTHORITY: The Captain of the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Helmet Of Salvation Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Nov 16, 2014

The helmet is a metaphor for protecting the mind. The Apostle Paul wants us to guard our thoughts. If the devil can tamper with our thoughts, he can meddle with our lives. How we perceive Christ and His teachings affects all of life.

While conducting a raid in the Helmand Province of Afghanistan, a US Marine platoon received incoming sniper fire. One of the Marines was struck in the head and the bullet bounced off his Kevlar helmet. He assured his fellow Marines he was unhurt except for some ringing in his ears, and they ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:17

Denomination: Congregational