Sermons on Wrong Paths:

Flourishing Like A Tree To Live A Fruitful Life

Contributed by Pastor David Parla on Oct 6, 2020

when we are planted by God with his sanctifying word, we then can produce: fruit in season–ripe and good to eat; what does the Bible tell us about fruit or produce?

1. Flourish to be a Blessing Psalm 1: 3 Introduction A.) today I would like to share about one way to be a blessing to others b) in today's reading we learn about being a tree, c) tree in the Bible is symbolic of an individual d) and there are 3 aspects about being flourished like tree ...read more

Scripture: John 7:37-39, Psalm 143:6, Revelation 22:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Which Soil Am I On? Series

Contributed by James Chandler on Sep 10, 2024

God is the farmer

That same day Jesus went out of the house and sat by the lake. Such large crowds gathered around him that he got into a boat and sat in it, while all the people stood on the shore. Then he told them many things in parables, saying: "A farmer went out to sow his seed. As he was scattering ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is Jesus The Only Way To God? Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 5, 2010

I Jesus one of many paths to God??

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Last week I started us out on the first of a four-part series on Jesus. Last week we looked at whether or not Jesus is the Son of God. The answer to that is a resounding YES. • It is one thing to admit that Jesus is indeed the Son of God, but since that ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What A Way To Learn Your Lesson

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 15, 2008

You cannot do the wrong thing the wrong way and expect it to turn out right!

Intro. In chapter one of the book of Jonah, God gave Jonah an ORDER. Go to Nineveh, a city founded by Nimrod, and a very wicked place. It was the Metropolis of the Assyrian Empire. It compassed 60 miles and had a wall a hundred feet high, so broad that three chariots could go abreast on it. It ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Confronts A Religious Man

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Dec 11, 2009

Paul had all the passion and righteous anger for God, and it was all wrong. Jesus had to correct Paul’s path and destiny to make him the man he was supposed to be. Paul’s religion got in the way of what was more important; a relationship with Jesus.

Jesus Confronts a Religious Man Prairie Baptist Church – 12/13/09 A.M. Service Text: Acts 9:1-9 Key verse: Acts 9:5 - And he said, “Who are You, Lord?” Then the Lord said, “I am Jesus, whom you are persecuting. It is hard for you to kick against the goads.” Premise: Paul had all the passion ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Effects Of Sin On A Christian

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on Apr 30, 2002

A reminder of the dangerous and slippery path of sin....A reminder, that we ming not again be lured into the path of sin, which we left.

(Mark 5:1-20 - “1Then they came to the other side of the sea, to the country of the Gadarenes. 2And when He had come out of the boat, immediately there met Him out of the tombs a man with an unclean spirit, 3who had his dwelling among the tombs; and no one could bind him, not even with chains, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It's Time To Get Where We Are Going Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Mar 24, 2008

Unswervingly follow God’s path to life.

IT’S TIME TO GET WHERE WE ARE GOING Exodus 13.17-14.31 S: Change C: Resurrection and Exodus Th: Movin’ On Up! Pr: UNSWERVINGLY FOLLOW GOD’S PATH TO LIFE. Type: Inductive I. EXODUS II. RESURRECTION PA: How is the change to be observed? • Realize you cannot earn God’s blessing. • Trust God with ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Insidious And The Godly Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 28, 2021

God’s providence can take us down winding paths, paths that involve dealing with insidious people, yet still accomplishing His will.

The Insidious and the Godly (Acts 25:1-26:32) 1. Have you ever gotten a call from someone claiming to be from windows? Or how about a call saying it was the IRS and you faced going to jail if you didn’t make a payment? These scams, along with Ponzi schemes and other cons, can be described as ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Illuminating The Path Of Advent Joy: Preparing For The Radiant Dawn Of Jesus' Birth Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 14, 2023

This season of preparation is not merely about marking the days until Christmas; it's about preparing our hearts to receive the radiant dawn of Jesus' birth, a dawn that brings with it the promise of eternal hope and joy.

Illuminating the Path of Advent Joy: Preparing for the Radiant Dawn of Jesus' Birth Scripture Passage: Isaiah 60:1-6 (New Living Translation) Awake, awake, O Zion, clothe yourself with strength! Put on your beautiful garments, O Jerusalem, the holy city. The uncircumcised and defiled will not ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Trusting God Fully: The Path To Divine Guidance Proverbs 3:5-6 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 29, 2024

The timeless wisdom of Proverbs 3:5-6, calls us to trust in the Lord completely for guidance and direction in our lives. May this sermon inspire a life marked by unwavering trust in God's guidance and a deepening relationship with Him.

Trusting God Fully: The Path to Divine Guidance Proverbs 3:5-6 Introduction: Today, we delve into the timeless wisdom of Proverbs 3:5-6, which calls us to trust in the Lord completely for guidance and direction in our lives. "Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 37:5, Isaiah 26:4, Isaiah 55:8-9, 1 Corinthians 1:25, Psalm 143:10, Matthew 6:33  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Difficulties In Prayer Series

Contributed by Alan Mccann on Sep 7, 2004

why do we encounter difficulties in prayer - sin, disobedience, wrong relationships, wrong motives, loss of focus

DIFFICULTIES IN PRAYER Isn’t it amazing the excuses you can find not to do something. I am constantly amazed at my ability to find reasons why I should not do administration. Or why it would be better not to go running and just to read a book. But what is not so amazing is how easily reasons not ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:11-22

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Truth Matters Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 17, 2025

Paul repeated his caution against false teachers. They teach the wrong doctrine, driven by wrong motivation, produce the wrong conduct and seek gain from their belief.

1 Timothy 6:3-5 The Truth Matters RECAP: Paul has been talking about relating to different groups in the church (5:1-6:2). o Treating older men as fathers, older women as mothers, younger men as brothers, and women as sisters. o Caring for the widows properly. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:3-5, 1 Timothy 1:3-11, 1 Timothy 4:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Is It Really Devil Who Made Me Do It?

Contributed by Carl Benge on Mar 15, 2007

Taking ownership of ones wrong doings

Since the earliest days of man when Eve uttered these words, “"The serpent deceived me, and I ate.’’ (Genesis 3:13b NKJV) we have attempted to blame Satan for every time we go astray. While it is true that the devil and the demons have played a role in our separation from God, ultimately the fault ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9

Denomination: Methodist

Lesson 2: How God Leads Through Prayer

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 8, 2007

When prayer is wrong.

Lesson 2: How God Leads Through Prayer A. WHEN PRAYER IS WRONG 1. Can’t pray to make something right, that is wrong. 2. Can’t pray to force your will on God. 3. Can’t pray to make the impossible happen. Can’t make yesterday, not happen. 4. Can’t pray for God to do what He expects us to do. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:10

Denomination: Baptist

How God Leads Through Prayer Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 18, 2025

When prayer is wrong.

A. WHEN PRAYER IS WRONG 1. Can’t pray to make something right, that is wrong. 2. Can’t pray to force your will on God. 3. Can’t pray to make the impossible happen. Can’t make yesterday, not happen. 4. Can’t pray for God to do what He expects us to do. Save the unsaved without our obedience. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:10, Exodus 15:13, Psalm 118:25

Denomination: Baptist