Sermons on Wickedness Of Gibeah:

Why Good Intentions Aren't Enough Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 13, 2022

If I want to be more like Jesus good intentions are not enough

NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Disconcerting Dilemma Of Divine Inaction-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 5, 2024

3 of 4. Habakkuk faced the disconcerting/unsettling dilemma of Divine 'inaction' towards His people, Judah. What makes, or How is Divine inaction unsettling? 4 fabrications that either: accentuate the dilemma—OR—that muddy/confuse/obscure the answer of God’s inaction.

The DISCONCERTING DILEMMA Of DIVINE INACTION--III —Habakkuk 1:3(1:1-4) Key Words— •Difficult/Disturbing/Disorienting/Disconcerting/Perplexing/Uncertainty/Unsettling. •Dilemma/Predicament/Quandary/Situation. Attention: Salem BC’s ‘foundation plants’ recently got a much needed trimming/hedging. ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:3, Habakkuk 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

God Isn’t Gonna Like This Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 21, 2001

When does God says "enough is enough?"

OPEN: Mary Farwell of Green Castle Missouri, told of the time she was listening to her 5 year old son, Matthew, as he worked on his Speak and Spell™ computer. He was concentrating intensely, typing in words for the computer to say back to him. Matthew punched in the word “God.” To his surprise, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Clean Clothes

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on Jan 29, 2002

Here we deal with spiritual defilement, in word and deed....and all that accompanies it.

Ex. 32:1-10, 19-20, 26-28 - 1Now when the people saw that Moses delayed coming down from the mountain, the people gathered together to Aaron, and said to him, “Come, make us gods that shall go before us; for as for this Moses, the man who brought us up out of the land of Egypt, we do not know ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When God Says Go Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Nov 10, 2007

Running from God is disastrous. Following God brings peace. Even when the storms come we find peace in the will of God.

A man’s car broke down on the side of the road. He flagged down a passing car. The driver stopped neither had jumper cables. She would need to push his car with her car with hers at a speed of 40 MPH. In this way they could push start his car. He looked in his rearview mirror to see what was ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Sons Of God And The Daughters Of Men

Contributed by William D. Brown on Aug 2, 2008

THERE ARE FOLKS, WHO WOULD HAVE US TO BELIEVE THAT THESE “SONS OF God” were angels.

The Sons of God and the Daughters of Men *****Genesis 6:1-8 Genesis 6:1 1And it came to pass, when men began to multiply on the face of the earth, and daughters were born unto them, 2That the sons of God saw the daughters of men that they were fair; and they took them wives of all which ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Work Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Louis Bartet on Jun 7, 2004

This section of the little book of Jonah... assists us in calling NT believers, especially leaders, to renewed efforts in at home evangelism and foreign missions.

TITLE: Jonah: The Work of The Lord TEXT: Jonah 1:1-3 TOPIC: Evangelism and Missions DATE: June 6, 2004 AM Jonah 1:1-3 1 The word of the LORD came to Jonah the son of Amittai saying, 2 "Arise, go to Nineveh the great city, and cry against it, for their wickedness has come up before Me." 3 But ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Changing World

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Feb 21, 2009

Many changes have occurred in the world, but the greatest change needs to take place in man’s heart.

Text: “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever” (Hebrews 13:8). When God created the heavens and the earth change took place. God liked change, so then He created two great lights, one to rule the day and the other to rule the night. In addition to the two great lights, God ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14-18

Denomination: Christian Church

Rahab Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jan 18, 2011

The story of Rahab teaches us something about the faithfulness and grace of God. Rahab stays in the city, trusting that God will keep his promise and she’s kept safe.

Joshua 2 - Rahab Joshua has received the call of God. If he’s to be a good leader he needs to show courage. But he also needs to show wisdom. They’re still on the east side of the Jordan, not yet in the Promised land and he’s working out what to do first. So before embarking on a ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-24

Denomination: Anglican

Noah Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on May 6, 2022

By faith Noah built the Ark

May 07, 2022 Today we begin a new series entitled, “Bible Stories”. The story of Noah is vital for us today because it is more than just a story about a man who built a boat. Here’s why……….. At the end of Genesis 1, we read: “God saw all that he had made, and it was very good….” All was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:26-27, Hebrews 11:7, Genesis 6:5-9

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Stand Against The Wiles Of The Devil

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Jul 9, 2023

However, there are still a few problems in our country. First, we still have a lot rules that we have to deal with. There was an article called, “12 Ridiculous Government Regulations That Are Almost Too Bizarre To Believe” on businessinsider.com that shared the following example:

Alba 7-2-2023 STAND AGAINST THE WILES OF THE DEVIL Ephesians 6:10-13 This Tuesday many people will be celebrating Independence Day in a variety of ways. We celebrate this holiday because of what happened 246 years ago in 1776. On this holiday we celebrate the actions of people we can only read ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-13, Romans 1:28-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Zephania: Seek The Lord Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 12, 2023

Zephaniah's message hits hard the ruling class of Judah for their part in leading the people down a path of immorality, corruption, and idolatry. (This sermon was preached during the Fourth of July)

ILLUSTRATION: French writer Alexis de Tocqueville (TOKEVILLE), after visiting America in 1831, said, “I sought for the greatness of the United States in her commodious harbors, her ample rivers, her fertile fields, and boundless forests—and it was not there. I sought for it in her rich mines, her ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

If My People

Contributed by John Oscar on Sep 5, 2023

A sermon given at a community service asking if we are indeed HIS people.

If My People Community Service- 2023 CCCAG 8-20-23 Scripture- 2 Chron 7:13-14 Good morning! It’s great to be back here speaking to all of you, and love it that we have a moment every year where we can come together and celebrate our savior together. Today I want to talk to you about a scripture ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Don't Forget Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Aug 7, 2025

There it is again….. when you have entered the Land of Promise DON’T FORGET your covenant relationship with God.

August 09, 2025 In Moses’ 1st speech, he focused on the importance of remembering. In his 2nd speech, Moses will continue to emphasize “Not Forgetting” the importance of obedience to God’s laws. Even though he has been the spokesman, it is God who is the great lawgiver and the law has 2 main ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:1-3, Exodus 20:8-11, Mark 12:28-30, Ezekiel 18:32, Romans 2:11-13, Revelation 3:14-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Book Of Lamentations – Part 6 – Enemies Rejoice – What Goes Around Comes Around – Chapter 1:21-2:1 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Mar 6, 2025

What happened to Judah long ago has ramifications for us today. No one can walk over the Jewish people and be guiltless. Those who rejoice over Israel's suffering will be held accountable. Judah laments its desolation and groans in rejection.

THE BOOK OF LAMENTATIONS – PART 6 – ENEMIES REJOICE – WHAT GOES AROUND COMES AROUND – CHAPTER 1:21-2:1 This world thinks there are no consequences and it’s a bonus when you get away with it, or don’t get caught. Bad news! Everything is on record. We are going to look at some serious matters ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 1:21, Psalm 69:19-21, Revelation 16:12-14, Zechariah 12:2-4, Zechariah 14:1-4, Lamentations 1:22, Genesis 12:2-3, 1 Thessalonians 1:10, 1 Thessalonians 5:9, Revelation 3:10, Lamentations 2:1, Jeremiah 25:12-13, Jeremiah 51:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational