Sermons on Avoiding Error:

Siendo Aprobado Por Dios

Contributed by Kelly Cabrera on Feb 7, 2010

David había pasado momentos fuertes en Dios en los cuales pudo derribar gigantes y tener grande victorias delante de sus enemigos pero también vivió momentos de debilidad en dónde sus emociones, su alma lo llevo a cometer grandes errores pero él supo toma

Salmo 139 23 Examíname, oh Dios, y conoce mi corazón; Pruébame y conoce mis pensamientos; 24 Y ve si hay en mí camino de perversidad, y guíame en el camino eterno. EXAMINAR: Observar atenta y cuidadosamente a alguien o algo para conocer sus características o cualidades, o su estado. EXAMEN: ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:23-24

Denomination: Christian Church

Ejerciendo Poder, Amor Y Dominio Series

Contributed by Kelly Cabrera on Mar 21, 2010

El apóstol inicia recordándole lo que el Espíritu que Dios le ha dado para actuar a mantenerse firme a pesar de las dificultades que encuentre, traiciones que sufrirá o errores que pueda ver a su alrededor. Le habla de lo que tiene para que pueda cumplir

1 Timoteo 1:6-7 6 Por eso te aconsejo que avives el fuego del don de Dios que está en ti por la imposición de mis manos, 7 porque no nos ha dado Dios espíritu de cobardía, sino de poder, de amor y de dominio propio. PALABRAS DE ORIGEN GRIEGO CLAVES • COBARDÍA: deilía sig. temor, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:6-7

Denomination: Christian Church

29. Romans Chapter 7 Verses 1-6 - Messages In Romans – Gentiles Are Not Part Of Chapter 7 – Not The Battle Of The Two Natures - Message 29 Part 1 Of 3 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 15, 2025

Today we open up a Chapter that is both vexed and problematic to some, as the incorrect teaching has caused confusion. Just who is this person in Romans 7 who has this gigantic struggle in his life? These messages will show it is NOT a Christian who is engaged in this battle.

29. Romans Chapter 7 Verses 1-6 - Messages In Romans – GENTILES ARE NOT PART OF CHAPTER 7 – NOT THE BATTLE OF THE TWO NATURES - Message 29 Part 1 of 3 ROMANS CHAPTER 7 EXPOSITION – PART 1 Now we come to a chapter that has been so badly handled by Christian commentators and writers. One of the ...read more

Scripture: James 2:10, Romans 7:1-3, Genesis 2:24, Matthew 19:4-6, Romans 6:14-15, Romans 7:4-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Reasons To Fight The Good Fight

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 12, 2001

There are some fights that are worth fighting and others that are better avoided. Many people do not enjoy arguing, fighting or quarreling. Yet, you can tell what a person considers vital by what they are willing to fight for. The apostles found it necess

Reasons to Fight the Good Fight (Acts 15:1-11) 1. Many people do not enjoy arguing, fighting or quarreling. Yet, you can tell what a person considers vital by what they are willing to fight for. The apostles found it necessary to fight the good fight of faith against “false brethren” who wanted to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Blueprint For Building

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 25, 2000

with Christ as our foundation, we as a church and as individuals need to make sure we build with the right materials; make sure we stay God-centered; we need to rely on the Lord's strength and wisdom and avoid the temptation to take shortcuts

This church building was constructed about nine years ago. These are the blueprints for our church. Whoever put them together did a fine job, and they provided direction for the folks who built this structure which we often call First Baptist Church. It is good to keep in mind, though, that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

What Are Some Temperamental Tendencies We Need To Guard Against?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

We need to learn to be more controlled by the Spirit. Actively guard against specific temptations that may prove harmful – based on your individual faulty tendencies. Let us examine certain behavioral patterns that should be avoided by the four different

"To the weak I became weak, to the strong I became strong. I have become all things to all men so that by all means I might save some." (I Cor. 9:19-21) 1. Have you ever heard of the expression, "One man’s meat is another man’s poison?" What may be fuel for one person may turn out to be dangerous ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:5-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dealing With Divorce Series

Contributed by David Asch on Jan 18, 2005

As we study this passage, we will see God’s view of divorce. In doing so, we will discover God’s answer to avoid becoming a statistic, as well as what to do if divorce has already been a part of our lives.

DEALING WITH DIVORCE Mark 10:1-12 INTRO: Greet the people sitting next to you. Over 50% of new marriages end in divorce. That means either you, or the people sitting next to you. Statistics are the same for churches. Divorce is a big deal. Most don’t like it…. In church, you hear some different ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Though He Slay Me..." By Dr. Winson Butler (Drbutler2@bellsouth.net)

Contributed by Winson Butler on Feb 16, 2005

When you can’t change the direction of the wind...adjust your sails. Job couldn’t avoid the landslide coming his way, he did however do the next best thing. Let’s examine it together!

Introduction What do you do when you look up and everything above you is coming towards you? i.e. an Avalanche of hurt, heartache and horror! Running won’t help! illus. Alaska Bear Encounter "All I’ve got to do is out run you...all I’ve got to do is shoot you in the leg!" Job knew the feeling ...read more

Scripture: Job 13:15

Denomination: Baptist

Starting From Scratch Series

Contributed by Timothy Darling on Jul 15, 2007

It is helpful to see the events in the Ephesus Church’s life and what we can learn: to do things right, as Ephesus did them right, to pick up pointers as the Apostles gave them advice, and to avoid the mistakes that Ephesus made.

Starting from scratch Ephesus - Year 1 Acts 18.19-27 For 9 sessions it is my intention to trace the Church at Ephesus as it unfolds in the New Testament. From Acts 18 to Revelation 2, we see the first half century of this primal church’s life. As it grows there are valuable lessons to be ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:19-27

Denomination: Mennonite

Shepherds Or Fishermen?

Contributed by Ovidiu Radulescu on Sep 21, 2007

Not even one of the twelve disciples had ever been a shepherd. Were shepherds scarce in Jesus day? Actually there were plenty of shepherds in that area of Palestine. Jesus intentionally avoided choosing shepherds to lead the Christian church. Jesus called

Over and over the Bible inquires Christian pastors to feed the sheep. Three times in John 21:15-17. Jesus instructs Simon Peter, "Feed My sheep....Take care of My sheep....Feed My Sheep." It was to the shepherds on the hillsides that the Heavenly Angels first appeared in glory to announce the birth ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-17, John 21:15

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

King Making - King Breaking Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Aug 12, 2007

Gideon shunned position but kept power, his son Abimelech had position but not power as both were ruled by the flesh and from the flesh reaped corruption. Learn how we can fall prey to that as Christians and how to avoid it.

Judges 8 and 9 give us a good picture of what happens when we decide to let the flesh rule in our lives instead of God’s Spirit. Galatians 5:16-17 But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh. 17 For the desires of the flesh are against the Spirit, and the ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

What Everyone Should Know About Hell

Contributed by Gene Haraldsen on Jul 26, 2004

What we believe about Hell is as important as what we believe about Heaven. What we believe about how to avoid Hell through the saving Grace of Jesus’ death and resurrection is as important as all other scriptural teaching.

What Everyone Should Know About Hell Rev. 20:11-15 When it comes to talking about Hell there are many different responses: From Avoidance……………to Fear From Minimizing…………to Over-Emphasizing From Joking about it…………to Christians not caring if others are headed there It’s amazing how some ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:11-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How Jesus Taught Us To Disagree Without Being Disagreeable

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Nov 28, 2005

There are times when everyone must learn how to be politely disagree. A person who agrees just to avoid conflicts is a coward. Jesus, however, showed the disciples how to disagree without being so disagreeable in disposition that people would be turned of

Why Jesus Taught That It Was OK To Disagree as Long As One Was Not Disagreeable in Manner John 8:48-8:52 There are times when everyone must learn how to be politely disagree. A person who agrees just to avoid conflicts is a coward. Jesus, however, showed the disciples how to disagree ...read more

Scripture: John 8:48-52

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Benefits Of Restraint

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 12, 2005

Fourteen benefits of Spirit led restraint in our speech. Many problems could be avoided if we learn how to restrain our lips using discretion, tract and Spirit-led self-control. Prevention is better than any cure.

The Benefits of Restraint (James 1:19-21) Solomon wrote, "Where there are many words, trangressions are unavoidable but he who restrains his lips is wise." James wrote, "Let everyone be quick to hear, slow to speak and slow to anger." (James 1:19) Preventive Tactics Things you should never ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Towers Fall . . .

Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Sep 6, 2003

When towers fall, pride is always involved. "I" is in the middle of pride and sin, but the cross of Christ is "I" crossed out. This sermon shows what pride does to us, God’s reaction to pride, and five steps to avoid pride.

INTRO For thousands of years, man has continually tried to proudly pat himself on the back for his knowledge and acheivements. For example, when the Titanic was built, it was billed as the “unsinkable ship,” with one person stating that “God Himself could not sink her,” yet it was just an ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9

Denomination: United Methodist