Sermons on Authentic Living:

Kingdom Living Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 14, 2020

Our life will be revolutionized when we allow Christ and his message to rule our lives.

Kingdom Living Matthew 7:28-8:1 Our life will be revolutionized when we allow Christ and his message to rule our lives. SLIDE #1 INTRODUCTION • Today we reach the end of the Sermon on the Mount Series. • Jesus laid out a new foundation for living, a new foundation that was utterly foreign ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Tolerance Of Sin And The Absence Of Authentic Worship.

Contributed by Ray Swift on Mar 17, 2018

What Leviticus teaches us about entering the Old Testament Tabernacle in an unworthy manner is to teach us about entering the New Testament house of worship in an unworthy manner.

FB, Lafayette February 11, 2018 Sunday Morning The Tolerance of Sin and the Absence of Worship Leviticus 16:1-2 Intro.: This year many of you are using the “Read Through the Bible” reading guide provided by the church. Many of you as well are taken advantage of the videos on the church website to ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 16:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Part 1: The Quest For Authentic Transformation Series

Contributed by Tim Harrison on Apr 9, 2002

In this passage, The Apostle Peter gives us seven Character Traits that we are to add to our faith, which God wants to use to progressively transform us into the likeness of Christ.

A Portrait of Christ: The Quest for Authentic Transformation Did I tell you I have a son and daughter? It’s amazing how rapidly they are changing – as they move along the continuum from infancy to adulthood Physical, emotional, and intellectual growth is natural – It’s to be expected in every ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-11

Denomination: *other

The Bible Is Not Just Stories — It Is Authentic History Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 27, 2024

The Bible is foundational to our faith. Not just as a spiritual guide but as a book that reveals the authentic history of God’s interaction with humanity. The Bible is the inspired Word of God, grounded in real events, real people, and real history.

The Bible is Not Just Stories—It is Authentic History Introduction: Today, we’re going to talk about something foundational to our faith: the Bible. Not just as a spiritual guide but as a book that reveals the authentic history of God’s interaction with humanity. It is easy for some to dismiss ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 32:9-12, Micah 5:2, Luke 24:44, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26, Luke 22:19, 1 Chronicles 1:1-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Can Authentic Worship Be Restored? Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Dec 17, 2015

Proposition: Because Christ is the only acceptable Mediator, you must give scriptural worship to Him regardless of whether you feel you were enriched or not.

How Can Authentic Worship Be Restored? 1 Kings 18:20-39 Proposition: Because Christ is the only acceptable Mediator, you must give scriptural worship to Him regardless of whether you feel you were enriched or not. When Solomon came to the throne there was godly leadership, peace and unity in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:20-39

Denomination: Baptist

What An Authentic Conversion Looks Like

Contributed by Shawn Rose on May 19, 2009

The story of Zacchaeus demonstrates three clear aspects of an authentic conversion.

WHAT AN AUTHENTIC CONVERSION LOOKS LIKE Text: Luke 19:1 – 10 Introduction: · Story of Zacchaeus demonstrates three clear aspects of authentic conversion Body: A. You must successfully overcome the barriers keeping you from Christ 1. Means of wealth (v. 2) · Discuss Zacchaeus’ ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Authentic Versus Counterfeit Faith (Ii) Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on May 27, 2024

This message examines the qualities of saving faith as revealed in Romans 4:18-22. In this chapter, Paul uses Abraham's example to teach the kind of faith response to God that ultimately leads to eternal salvation. Hint: It is not easy believism.

Intro A major theme in Romans 4 is faith. Paul is aggressively contending for justification by faith alone. The issue we are currently addressing is the kind of faith Paul has in mind when he uses the word. We know from James 2 that some forms of faith are dead and worthless. We know from Jesus’s ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-25, Romans 8:1-39, 1 Samuel 17:37, Numbers 14:8, Genesis 12:1-20, Galatians 6:7, 2 Corinthians 10:15, Ephesians 3:20, John 6:67-68, John 14:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Authentic Worship - Epiphany 3 C

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jan 23, 2016

Proposition: In preaching His first sermon, Jesus gives us this wonderful formula for creating authentic worship services; Five elements 1. Holy Scripture 2. Sacred space 3. Sacred time 4. Holy Spirit Anointing and 5. Full Salvation

Scripture: Luke 4:4-21; Nehemiah 8:1-10; Psalms 19 Theme: Authentic Worship Proposition: In preaching His first sermon, Jesus gives us this wonderful formula for creating authentic worship services; Five elements 1. Holy Scripture 2. Sacred space 3. Sacred time 4. Holy Spirit ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:4-21

Denomination: Nazarene

Truth-Telling: Key To Authentic Relationships Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Feb 8, 2006

In James’ day, as in ours, people revered the idea of truth in principle but in practice it was blatantly disregarded. In James 5:12 he makes a special point to address this issue of being truthful.

Scripture In a Reader’s Digest survey of 2,624 readers in January 2004 we read about the percentage of those who said they had: 1. Switched price tags to get a lower price: 12% 2. Cheated on their tax return: 17% 3. Misstated facts on a resume/job application: 18% 4. Lied to their spouse about ...read more

Scripture: James 5:12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

S - Tart With Authenticity (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Jeff Christopherson on Dec 23, 2004

all religions lead to God, or no religions lead to God? this is a question worth looking at...

Start with Authenticity Series, “Being Spiritual without being Religious” – Part 1 re•li•gion. ri-’li-j&n, from religare to restrain, tie back. 1 : An institutionalized set of systems, attitudes, beliefs, and practices. 2 archaic : scrupulous conformity.  All religions ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Two Ways To Live Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 27, 2021

Over the course of the next several weeks, we explore avenues where both our mind and emotions can be authentic with God. Where we recognize that nothing is hidden from His purvey and we can be real with Him.

Some things change. For example, for students are heading off to college this week and are scheduled to graduate in 2013, the following things have always been. 1. They have always been able to watch wars, police riots, and coups unfold on television. 2. The American health care system has ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

1 John: Be Real Series

Contributed by Tony Thomas on Aug 31, 2017

This message is an overview of the book of 1 John and part of a 2-year study of the Bible.

1 John: Be Real by, Tony Thomas Sr. Minister, Woodland Heights Christian Church, Crawfordsville, IN No. 62 in a series called, Route 66, a Road Trip Through the Bible In the fall of 2011, ABC-TV premiered a fantasy drama titled, Once Upon a Time. The setting is the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22, 1 John 1:1-7, 1 John 2:1-2, 1 John 5:12-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Looking The Part PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 29, 2023

Encourages us to focus on the true meaning of Christmas, which is the birth of Jesus Christ, our hope and salvation.

Greetings, beloved family of God, As we gather together today, we find ourselves on the cusp of another Christmas season, a season that is etched with joy, a season where we remember the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ. This season is a beacon of hope, a reminder of God's unfathomable love, a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Topics: Hope, Authenticity

Religion, The Choice Of This Generation PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 12, 2023

Highlight the consequences of rejecting God's authority, the benefits of remaining faithful to Him, and the importance of choosing authentic faith over a superficial, worldly version.

Good morning, family. If you have your Bibles or Bible apps handy, please turn with me to 2 Chronicles 12:1-11. As we dive into His Word today, we're going to be exploring some big themes: the consequences of rejecting God's authority, the benefits of faithfulness to the Lord, and authentic and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 12:1-11

Topics: Synthetic, Authentic

Help For The Hypocrite

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 15, 2014

As we better understand what a true Christian is, we’ll have a better understanding of what a hypocrite is. 3 distinctives of genuine Christians: Real Christians Are Forgiven Sinners, Are Not What They Used To Be, and Are Becoming What They Will Be.

Help for the Hypocrite Matthew 23:23-28 Have you ever caught a salesperson in a lie? They tell you how much you need their car or product and how it will change your image, maybe even change your life! News channels often include investigative reporting on fraudulent, hypocritical business ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:23-28

Denomination: Assembly Of God