Sermons on Wicked Rulers:

Gideon Defeats The Midianites Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 29, 2022

The Israelites invited Gideon to become their king and to found a dynasty, but he refused, telling them that only God was their ruler (Judges 8:22–23).

Gideon Defeats the Midianites In time, Israel again turned away from Jehovah and began to worship false gods. The Midianites had hurt the Israelites for many years - for seven years, they stole the Israelites’ animals and destroyed their crops. The Israelites hid in caves and mountains to escape ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7

Denomination: Baptist

Choices That Build Or Break A Legacy Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025

1 Kings 15 challenges us with a powerful truth: it is not where you come from, but what you choose that determines your destiny.

CHOICES THAT BUILD OR BREAK A LEGACY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 15:1-34 Supporting Texts: 2 Chronicles 14:1-7; Psalm 1:6; Proverbs 10:7; 2 Chronicles 16:7-9; 1 Samuel 2:30 INTRODUCTION: 1 Kings 15 presents a striking contrast between two kings of Judah—Abijam and Asa. While both ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 15:1-34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

One Man Dies For The People

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Apr 22, 2010

LENT 5(A) - One Man dies for the people because of the plot of a wicked court. One Man dies for the people because of the plan of a perfect Judge.

ONE MAN DIES FOR THE PEOPLE (Outline) March 21, 2010 - Lent 5 - JOHN 11:47-53 INTRO: “All for one and one for all!” was the boast of the three musketeers. They pledged their allegiance to one another. Whatever was a threat for one of them would involve all of them. Any ...read more

Scripture: John 11:47-53

Denomination: Lutheran

Don't Worry, Be Happy

Contributed by Tommy Hames on Oct 18, 2000

Stop fretting over the prosperity of the wicked and look forward to what the Lord has in store for those who are called his children.

Psalm 37:1,2 - Fret not thyself because of evildoers, neither be thou envious against the workers of iniquity. For they soon shall be cut down like the grass, and wither as the herb. The word fret refers to the point just after a fire has been ignited when the flame is the hottest. Think about ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

On-Again...off-Again

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on May 17, 2002

Christians need to change their hearts and work towards taking the wicked desires out of their lives while adding the things of God to their lives.

Col. 3:1-17 - 1Since you have been raised to new life with Christ, set your sights on the realities of heaven, where Christ sits at God’s right hand in the place of honor and power. 2Let heaven fill your thoughts. Do not think only about things down here on earth. 3For you died when Christ died, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Falling Away

Contributed by Terry Vaughan on Nov 29, 2001

Learn how Pride, Lust, Iniquity, Error of the wicked, Seducing Spirits, Pleasures and Money can cause you to fall away.

WESTSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR: TERRY VAUGHAN SERMON TITLE: A Falling Away “For God so loved the world , that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. For God sent not His Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:3

Denomination: Baptist

Living The Tough Life Of Faith Series

Contributed by Rob Hall on Nov 20, 2012

We are reminded in this Psalm of the fact that God sees and knows and will take care of both the righteous and the wicked. We need to trust Him.

LIVING THE TOUGH LIFE OF FAITH Text. Ps. 37 Intro: 1. Habakkuk struggled with sin then with God's plan for it 2. We struggle with the same thing, where is God and why doesn't He do something about this world we live in? 3. Ps. 37 is another wisdom Psalm, teaching us a perspective of faith 2. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:1-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Tares Of The Field

Contributed by Terry Hovey on Jul 23, 2023

God loves us so much that He is willing to allow the wicked to continue until the harvest or the day of judgment for our sake.

The Tares of the Field Mat 13:24-30, 36-43 As I was reading through the parable we’re dealing with today, a very well-known passage of scripture came to mind. Gen 1:1-2 In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. (2) The earth was formless and void, and darkness was over the surface ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30, Matthew 13:36-43

Denomination: Methodist

The Nine Plague Judgments Of God Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Mar 4, 2016

Message 6 in a study of the life of Moses shows how God uses his power to set us free and to punish the wicked.

Moses 6 THE NINE PLAGUE JUDMENTS OF GOD Exodus 7:6-10:29 C. The Salvation 3. The Conquering of Pharaoh Ex. 7:6-12:30 1) The Preliminary Sign 7:6-13 2) The Plagues 7:14-10:29 It is a known and recorded fact of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Choice Is Ours Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 13, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore why godly people are different and why the wicked often justify and attack those who live uprightly.

Understanding the Difference Between the Godly and the Wicked As human beings, we are faced with choices every day. We can choose to live a life that honors God or one that rejects His ways. The Bible teaches us that our choices have consequences and that we will be held accountable for them. In ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:19

God With Us Sermon I: Blessed Be The Name Of Immanuel Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Sep 12, 2020

In times of trouble fomented by anti-Christian and anarchist rulers of darkness, mature Christians can experience peace within themselves due to their keen awareness of the reality of Immanuel - God With Us!

BLESSED BE THE LORD GOD IMMANUEL - “GOD WITH US” In one of those children’s sermons that often mean as much to adults as to children, the pastor asked the kids to “suppose you and your mom get separated at the grocery store; you get scared and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:10-14, Isaiah 9:6-7, Isaiah 11:1-5

The Shocking Truth About God Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Mar 31, 2003

What is God really like? He is good, He is patient, and He is loving. But He is holy and you must consider Jesus’ warning: IF YOU REJECT GOD’S SON, YOU WILL RECEIVE GOD’S JUDGEMENT.

The Shocking Truth About God Luke 20:9-19 by David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION Most of us are familiar with product warning labels. Here are some actual warning labels that are rather humorous: 1. Window air conditioning units are now required to display the warning: CAUTION - AVOID DROPPING AIR ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:9-19

Denomination: Baptist

Abomination To The Lord Series

Contributed by Bala Samson on Oct 14, 2012

We see the spiritual lives of Christians today in a state of confusion and disarray. Reason? Lack of Biblical teachings and knowledge.

ABOMINATION TO THE LORD! Not every sermon I’ve preached or written were a home run and a blockbuster hit; many have boomerang and hit me back instead – this one I write today may be one. Just a caution before I proceed! We have talked a lot of ‘joy of the Lord’, ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 4:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Silent Savior Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 4, 2023

Let's talk about the Silent Savior from Isaiah 53:7-9 (Title, outline and material adapted from Ray Pritchard at: https://www.keepbelieving.com/sermon/the-silent-savior/)

HoHum: 15 years is a long time to spend in prison, especially for a crime one did not commit. Joseph Webster, 41, was released from Davidson County (Nashville, TN) jail on November 10, 2020 and reunited with his mother, sons and other family members after the state approved a petition to overturn ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:7-9, Matthew 26:63, 1 Peter 2:21-23, John 18:38, Luke 23:14, John 19:30, Matthew 27:57-60, Romans 5:8-10, 1 John 4:10, 2 Corinthians 5:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Haters, Has Sold Their Souls To Satan. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Nov 6, 2022

Those who mock, hate, Joke, take the Gods name in Vain, the Holy Bible, Jesus Christ, Holy Spirit and God, cannot escape the fires of Hell on Judgement Day.

Those who mock, hate, Joke, take the Gods name in Vain, the Holy Bible, Jesus Christ, Holy Spirit, and God, cannot escape the fires of Hell on Judgement Day. God is not mocked" is found in Galatians 6:7, "Do not be deceived, God is not mocked, for whatever one sows, that will he also ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:17, Ecclesiastes 11:9