Sermons on Wrongdoing:

Having The Right Type Of Anger

Contributed by Margaret Olubiyi on Oct 30, 2024

Is there any such thing like the right type of anger in Christianity? Absolutely! There is the anger that leads to sin and has dire consequences and gives glory to the devil and there is the type of anger that disrupts satan’s work and give God the glory and honor.

Is there such a thing as the right type of anger in Christianity? Absolutely! There are two types of anger: one that leads to sin, resulting in dire consequences and glorifying the devil, and another that disrupts Satan’s work, giving glory and honor to God. I am referring to sinful anger versus ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 20:10-12, John 2:13-16, Ephesians 4:26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Blindness

Contributed by Raymond Williams on Mar 30, 2020

WITHOUT GOD IN THOUGHT WORD AND DEED, WE ARE AS JESUS SAID, “THE BLIND LEADING THE BLIND” AND BOTH FALL IN THE DITCH!

Spiritual Blindness “All I know is this: once I was blind, now I can see.” John 9:25 How many times have you read a story, watched a picture and became so engrossed that you were a part of the action taking place? To read the events of the gospels, one must become a participant in each scene, ...read more

Scripture: John 9:25

Denomination: Nazarene

Murdered For Truth (Acts 7)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 19, 2025

Why are some so offended by Jesus?

Do people generally despise hearing the truth about their own wrongdoing? Are we afraid to call for repentance? Let’s look at Stephen’s example in Acts 7. How did Stephen defend himself against false accusations? “Is this true?” the high priest asked. “Brothers and fathers,” he said, “listen: The ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Confession

Contributed by John Mccormack on Oct 31, 2011

FOCAL POINT: TRUE CONFESSION, THE HEART OF REPENTANCE

CONFESSION 1 JOHN 1: 5-10 FOCAL POINT: TRUE CONFESSION, THE HEART OF REPENTANCE INTRODUCTION: THE CRUX OF 1 JOHN 1: 5-10 IS THAT GOD IS LIGHT AND IN HIM IS NO DARKNESS. TO EMBRACE AND WALK IN HIS LIGHT REQUIRES REPENTANCE FROM YOUR SIN (S). EXPOSITION ON 1 JOHN 1: 8-10 WORD ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Atonement Denounced As "Too Individualistic"

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Apr 5, 2010

The Atonement Denounced As "Too Individualistic"

In an interesting article posted a Christianity Today, Mark Dever examines growing opposition within the Evangelical community to the substitionary atonement, meaning the death of Christ upon the cross for the fulfillment of our sins. Thinking they know more than God now, a number of theologians ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Forgiveness

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Oct 4, 2017

Getting and giving forgiveness is critical to a Christian’s spiritual health.

Forgiveness October 1, 2017 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Getting and giving forgiveness is critical to a Christian’s spiritual health. Focus Passage: Psalm 32:1-11 Introduction: Forgiveness: give up resentment of or claim to requital; 2 :to cease ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Final Word: Understanding Jesus' Last Moments SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

What did Jesus truly mean when He declared 'It is finished' in John 19:30? Join Pastor Steve as he delves into the profound implications of this powerful statement.

Today, we will explore the profound meaning behind Jesus' statement in John 19:30 when He declared, "It is finished." These three simple words hold immense significance and have a lasting impact on our lives. They signify the completion of a task that Jesus was sent to fulfill. Before we delve into ...read more

Scripture: John 19:30

Topics: Easter Resurrection, Jesus' Last Words

The Great Sin

Contributed by Dennis Casanova on Mar 15, 2004

What one sin abhorant to God is one that most all of us are guilty of ?

What one attribute is most loathed by Christians and non Christians alike ? It is the one vice that no man in the world is free of and yet when they see it in others they are loathed? I speak of Pride or Self Conceit - (and the virtue opposite is Humility.) It is one of the most insipient of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:18, Proverbs 29:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Confession Is The Best Medicine Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

CONFESSION OF SIN CONVERTS THE QUICKSAND FOR SUFFERING INTO THE CONCRETE FOR BLESSING

BIG IDEA: CONFESSION OF SIN CONVERTS THE QUICKSAND FOR SUFFERING INTO THE CONCRETE FOR BLESSING INTRODUCTION: one of the 7 penitential psalms (6; 32; 38; 51; 102; 130; 143) I. (:1-2) FORGIVEN SINS = THE CONCRETE FOR BLESSING (THE FIRM FOUNDATION) A. Even the worst sinner has the potential to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Integrity In Living And Ruling Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

GODLY LEADERS NEED TO MAINTAIN PERSONAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL INTEGRITY

BIG IDEA: GODLY LEADERS NEED TO MAINTAIN PERSONAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL INTEGRITY INTRODUCTION: Very timely topic given the lack of integrity in U.S. politics; sunk to new depths under President Clinton But compare church politicians as well Psalm of David with Messianic application to the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 101:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Awesomeness And Nearness Of God

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 7, 2013

The holy God reveals Himself first to Zion, and to the ends of the earth.

THE AWESOMENESS AND NEARNESS OF GOD. Psalm 99:1-9. The kingship of the LORD is awesome: it makes the people (or peoples) to “tremble” at His presence (Psalm 99:1). He is totally ‘other’ - dwelling between the cherubim, enthroned in heaven. He created all things, and even the earth “shakes” at ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 99:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Doesn't That Sound Reasonable?

Contributed by David Wilson on Jul 25, 2011

It is because of God's mercy that Paul pleads for believers to present themselves as living sacrifices to God. What follows that plea is a description of a holy, dedicated life.

ROMANS 12:1 (AMPLIFIED BIBLE) I APPEAL to you therefore, brethren, and beg of you in view of [all] the mercies of God, to make a decisive dedication of your bodies [presenting all your members and faculties] as a living sacrifice, holy (devoted, consecrated) and well pleasing to God, which is your ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Do Not Commit Theft,robbery, Stealing Or Burglary Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 22, 2019

The ten countries with the largest population in the world are first being China, the second country in the world with the most population is India, and United States is the 3rd populated country in the world and Indonesia is the fourth populated country in the world.

According to crime statistics by the world, the United States is the first country in the world for highest crime next to the United Kingdom. In America, the crime clock continues to click: one murder every 22 minutes, one rape every 5 minutes, one robbery every 49 seconds, and one burglary every ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:15, Ephesians 4:28, Deuteronomy 5:19

Our Dialogue With Non-Christians Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 22, 2017

I think what happens is that when someone hears the Gospel–that God so loved us, weak and sinful though we are, that He gave His only Son up to death, that this Son rose and wants to give us the same gift–there are only two possible responses.

THE AWESOMENESS AND NEARNESS OF GOD Psalm 99 The kingship of the LORD is awesome: it makes the people (or peoples) to “tremble” at His presence (Psalm 99:1). He is totally ‘other’ - dwelling between the cherubim, enthroned in heaven. He created all things, and even the earth “shakes” at his ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:27-33

Denomination: Catholic

Walking In The Light Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 7, 2023

John 3:20-21 reminds us that our response to the light of Christ is crucial. We can choose to hide in darkness, fearing exposure, or step into the light, embracing transformation and freedom.

"Walking in the Light" Introduction: Greetings, beloved congregation. Today, we explore a profound message found in John 3:20-21 from the New Living Translation. Point 1: The Darkness of Sin Scripture: John 3:20 (NLT) - "All who do evil hate the light and refuse to go near it for ...read more

Scripture: John 3:20-21, John 3:20, John 3:21, 1 John 1:9

Denomination: Pentecostal