Sermons on Zacharias Punished:

Hell And The Gospel Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Jan 18, 2014

People feel "uncomfortable" about the topic of "Hell", but avoiding it will not change what Jesus taught about Hell; the Gospel frees people from the threat of Hell.

“A Four-Letter Word and the Gospel” or “Hell and the Gospel” Matt. 18:1-9, 25:29-46 Recently someone told me that I talk too much about sin. IF I am guilty of that accusation, I can justify my actions: SIN is the reason for millions of people spending their eternities in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

A Different Kind Of Meteor Shower Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Jul 16, 2018

“for me to live is Christ. To die is gain” (Philippians 1). But for those who have no such relationship to Jesus, the end of the world is destruction of everything they hold dear. It is the end of all that matters. It is, truly, dreadful.

Revelation 6:12 and I saw when he opened the sixth seal, and there was a huge earthquake, and the sun became black like sackcloth made of hair, and the whole moon became like blood, 13. And the stars of heaven fell to the earth, like a fig tree throws off its figs when shaken by a powerful ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:12-17

Denomination: *other

The Dangers Of Cursing God And Taking God's Name In Vain Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 9, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical warnings against cursing God and taking His name in vain, and examine examples of God's punishment on those who have committed these sins.

The Bible warns us about the seriousness of cursing God and taking His name in vain. These actions are considered sinful and can invoke God's wrath. In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical warnings against cursing God and taking His name in vain, and examine examples of God's ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7

The Replacement

Contributed by Brad Stone on Jan 1, 2023

Just as the ram was the replacement for Isaac, we have to remember that Christ is the replacement for each of us in terms of our punishment, sin & He will replace our griefs, worries, fears & dread with His spirit if we will allow Him to.

The Replacement Genesis 22:13-14 I. The Replacement for our Punishment “But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.” Isa. 53:5 We deserved nothing short of death for our sin. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:13-14, Isaiah 53:5, John 1:29

Denomination: Baptist

The Realities Of Hell

Contributed by Clay Gentry on Aug 7, 2013

Hell is a real place, with real punishment, for real people.

We live in a time when so many things about our society have succumb to the forces of capitalism and have become commercialized. No longer do families look forward to sitting down together for a Thanksgiving meal but they look forward to the early sales for Christmas. Even the sacred day of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:28

Denomination: *other

Great Salvation

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 10, 2013

To know the difference between Law and Grace in the area of punishment.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have GOD's Great Salvation? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To know the difference between Law and Grace in the area of punishment. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 2:2-3 (Amplified Bible) 2:2 For if the message given through angels [the Law spoken by them to Moses] ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:2-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Headed In The Other Direction?

Contributed by Paul Norwood on Feb 26, 2013

What eternal punishment will be like for those not going to heaven.

“Headed in the Other Direction?” Text: Luke 16:19-31 I. Welcome II. Introduction As Jesus wrote to the church at Laodicea, we notice there is no in-between for Christians – we are either cold or hot. We’re either Christians or we’re not. We’re either saved or ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Perspective On Sin Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 8, 2025

God's justice requires punishment for sin...

God's Holiness: The Bible emphasizes God's holiness, which demands justice and righteousness (Leviticus 11:44-45, Isaiah 6:1-5). Consequences of Sin: Sin has consequences, as seen in Romans 6:23, which states that the wages of sin is death. God's Justice: God's justice requires ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:10, Matthew 23:1-36

Psalm 38 Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Feb 28, 2020

David, realizing the harmful effects of his sins on his health and overall well-being, implores the Lord to bypass the discipline he fully knows he deserves.

For Sermon Central researchers: I have posted a series of 15 sermons on the Psalms. In recent personal studies I have found the psalms to be richer and more thought-provoking than I had fully appreciated. I had too often swept swiftly through psalms without slowing down to inquire as thoroughly as ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 38:1-22, Psalm 17:1-9, Romans 7:14-25, Proverbs 3:11-12, Psalm 7:3-5, Psalm 6:1-2, Psalm 51:1-2, 2 Samuel 12:13, Hebrews 10:4, Hebrews 9:13-14, Psalm 51:17, 2 Samuel 12:10-13, Matthew 5:23-24, Matthew 18:15-17, Proverbs 28:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dawn From High Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Dec 9, 2020

Zacharias' Prophetical song is very rich in spiritual enlightenment. we are concentrating on important ones in this sermon. Read further to know the beauties of the Messianic Kingdom.

Text: Luke 1:67-80 Theme: Dawn from High I greet you all in the name of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. The Prophetical Song of Zacharias has many facets of truth about the Messianic kingdom. But here I would like to touch three things: Life in Darkness Shadow of Death, and Dawn from ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:67-80

Denomination: Methodist

Grapes Of Wrath 2 Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Mar 20, 2011

He will punish those who do not know God and do not obey the gospel of our Lord Jesus. They will be punished with everlasting destruction and shut out from the presence of the Lord...

Dakota Community Church March 20, 2011 Grapes of Wrath II Ephesians 2:1-10 1 As for you, you were dead in your transgressions and sins, 2 in which you used to live when you followed the ways of this world and of the ruler of the kingdom of the air, the spirit who is now at work in those who are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-4

Denomination: Mennonite

The Disipline Of Love

Contributed by Robert Kerr on Aug 4, 2001

God sends punishment to Israel in order that she will be fully redeemed.

The Disipline of Love INTRODUCTION: God loved the children of Israel so much that He no longer could allow them to treat Him with such unholy, self-righteous, adulterous behavior. God desired His wayward children to return to Him. When they would not listen to the words of His heart, He spoke ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Right To Life

Contributed by Dennis Bliss on Jan 31, 2005

Reflections on right to life including abortion, capital punishment and war

The Chapel of Dismas The Repentant Sinner A place where we know that the church of Jesus is an evolving, transforming and liberating clinic for sinners and not a museum for the self righteous ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Soap In The Mouth

Contributed by Casey Lieneman on Oct 1, 2010

God, like loving parent, punishes because He loves.

Habakkuk 1:1-4; 2:1-4 Grace and Peace to you from our Lord and Savior Jesus, who is the Christ. I grew up the middle child of three. I have an older brother and a younger sister. Being a middle child isn’t as bad as some would lead on. I disagree with the common complaint some middle ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

The Exchange At Calvary

Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Apr 1, 2021

Jesus was punished and rejected so that we might be pardoned and accepted.

"20 Now then, we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God were pleading through us: we implore you on Christ’s behalf, be reconciled to God. 21 For He made Him who knew no sin to be sin for us, that we might become the righteousness of God in Him." 2 Corinthians 5:20-21. He was at the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:20-21, Isaiah 53:5, Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational