Sermons on Avoid Distractions:

Turning Off The Tap Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 20, 2013

How can avoid being in debt? And is it all up to me, or is God involved in helping me accomplish that? And what is the significance of the debts all being forgiven at the Feast of Tabernacles?

OPEN: Little Tommy told his mother he had decided what he wanted when he grew up. “Well, honey,” she responded “what’s that?” He said, “I’d like to have a million dollars, a big house, and no bathtubs.” “No bathtubs?” asked his mother. “Why not?” “Because,” he said,” when I grow up I want to be ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 15:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What's Next?

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Feb 26, 2001

Now I realize that whenever the subject of death comes up, many people try to avoid discussing it, reluctant even to think about it. But not all people are that way.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2016) TEXT: Revelation 21; Psalms 90:10 A. Have you ever tried to picture what it will be like right after you die? After you breathe your last breath? After you heart beats its last beat? What do you think ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A New Kind Of Righteousness Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jan 30, 2005

Jesus’ new kind of righteousness is based on: 1. Internals rather than externals. 2. Transformation rather than avoiding transgressions. 3. A relationship rather than rules.

Perhaps you have seen it. It is a bumper sticker which displays the slogan: “Christians Aren’t Perfect, Just Forgiven.” It is a catchy phrase, the only problem is that it misrepresents the Christian life. Is that all we are, “just forgiven”? Is there no more to it than that? Do we, in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20

Denomination: Methodist

We Who Are Strong

Contributed by Glen Lawhun on Nov 6, 2004

We who are strong ought to bear with, help and encourage those who are weak, what every it takes, to help them avoid the awful consequences of losing their Christian life.

We who are strong… Romans 14:14 thru Romans 15:3 1. Romans 14:14-17 a. …there is nothing unclean of itself… (I Tim 4:4) When it comes to food, everything can be used for food if thanks is given. Often we as Christians forget to give thanks to God and sometimes our bodies reject food that is meant ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Judas Iscariot

Contributed by Jeffrey Cox on Sep 15, 2003

Judas Iscariot was a miracle-working follower of Christ. Yet in the end, he turned out to be one of histories worst sinners. How can we, as beleivers, avoid the same fate?

2 Corinthians 13 :5 “Examine yourself to see if you are in the faith.” I. Who was Judas? A. His name was Judas Iscariot, his last name meaning “a man of Kerioth.” This is significant because all of the other Apostles were from Galilee, whereas he was not. Judas was the Apostle who carried ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:6-15, 2 Corinthians 13:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thy Will Be Done: By Any Means Necessary? Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Sep 16, 2001

To pray for the will of God to be done in the aftermath of the terror of Sept. 11 is to see that the will of God and the ways of God must always be joined; to avoid sinking to the level of the terrorists; and to repent of little faith and recommmit to the

A number of years ago, a poet penned poignant words as he saw the beginning of the end for the greatest nation of his day. He saw that the far-flung influence his country had thrown over much of the world could no longer be held. The people who had felt pressed by it were demanding their own ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

Intoxicated? Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 11, 2020

1) The Prohibition (Ephesians 5:18a), 2) The Product (Ephesians 5:18b), 3) The Principle (Ephesians 5:18c) to avoid intoxication as a believer in Christ.

Ephesians 5:18a [18] And do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery, (but be filled with the Spirit), (ESV) If you have been following what has been deemed essential and non-essential by government officials during this COVID season, there has been some surprising designations. Corporate ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18

Denomination: Other

The Prosecution’s Case Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on May 2, 2016

Jesus introduces some of the work of the Holy Spirit as "prosecutor". The Holy Spirit would convince and convict God's chosen of their sin and His Righteousness, in order to avoid the judgment of sin and satan.

The Prosecution’s Case John16:5-11 In our last study at the end of John 15 and John 16:1-4 we considered the privilege of serving as witnesses of the Lord Jesus Christ. We saw that the Holy Spirit stands as a trustworthy witness and testimony of all that Jesus’ is and all that He ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

Playing Head Games (Chess)

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 28, 2015

Seems people are bored today, we love games. Well, consider the game of chess. Check, counter, check mate? We must think ahead and plan to avoid the traps.

WILL WE PLAY HEAD GAMES WITH OUR ETERNITY... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (Fodder for this lesson from Todd Strandberg and Ron Riffe) THERE IS CRY FROM THE WORLD TODAY... ENTERTAIN ME! (Touch each point briefly) WE DESIRE TO PLAY AT WORK, WORK AT PLAY, WORSHIP ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:3-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Value Of Warnings Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Aug 9, 2020

Message demonstrates the proliferation of warnings in Scripture and addresses the value of such warnings. It is tempting to avoid giving warnings. However, people can benefit from them when given in the right spirit.

We are in a study of Philippians and our text today is found in chapter 3, verses 1-7. Follow with me as we read from the New International Version. “Further, my brothers and sisters, rejoice in the Lord! It is no trouble for me to write the same things to you again, and it is a safeguard for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:7-9, Matthew 10:28, Matthew 7:15, Matthew 24:4, Acts 11:27-29, 2 Thessalonians 2:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Not In Vain Series

Contributed by Michael Sawyer on Nov 10, 2013

A brief look at how we can avoid taking God's name in vain. Some things most don't think about that can injure our relationship to God.

Not In Vain Today we will look at the 3rdcommandment: Exodus 20:7 "You shall not take the name of the LORD your God in vain, for the LORD will not hold him guiltless who takes his name in vain. Many times we have heard of this command and many times I would guess that we thought of it ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7

Denomination: Baptist

Worship And Ministry Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jun 30, 2022

I would like to leave with you three points each with three things. Three things to do on Sabbath. Three things to avoid on the Sabbath, three blessings of the observance of the Sabbath.

Isaiah 58:13-14 Rest and Ministry Greetings: I greet you all in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! The Lord is good and His love endures forever!! Introduction: Prophet Isaiah was concerned about the negligence of the People of God on the Sabbath observation. He talked about true ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:13-14

Denomination: Methodist

The Spirit Of Misinterpreting Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 11, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore what this spirit is, why it's attacked in relationships, who's vulnerable to it, and how to avoid it.

In relationships, communication is key to building trust, understanding, and harmony. However, a subtle yet destructive force can creep in, causing misunderstandings, conflicts, and even breakups. This force is known as the spirit of misinterpreting. In this sermon, we'll explore what this ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-10, Matthew 7:1-2

Lot: A Case Study On Backsliding Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 21, 2025

By studying Lot’s life, we will learn the dangers of backsliding and how to avoid its traps. His story serves as a warning to believers to stay vigilant and remain steadfast in their faith.

LOT: A CASE STUDY ON BACKSLIDING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 19:1-29 Supporting Texts: Genesis 13:10-13, 2 Peter 2:6-8, Luke 17:32, Revelation 3:15-16 INTRODUCTION Backsliding is a gradual decline from faithfulness to spiritual compromise, leading to devastating consequences. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:1-29, Genesis 13:10-13, 2 Peter 2:6-8, Luke 17:32, Revelation 3:15-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sermon # 3 - The Secrets To Overcoming Want Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Apr 3, 2024

The story of the Prodigal Son will teach us many lesson on what we should avoid, and what we should value in order to continue in the place of abundance, and not end up in want.

We continue our meditation on 2 Corinthians 9:8, “Besides, God is able to make every blessing of yours overflow for you, so that in every situation you will always have all you need for any good work.” (ISV) There is power in the word of God, and we must allow God’s word to be actualized in our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:8, Psalm 23:5, Luke 15:14, Luke 15:17, 1 Timothy 1:17, James 1:17, Romans 11:36  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other