Sermons on Bad Theology:

I Am The True Vine Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 15, 2012

Seventh of a seven week series on the "I Am" sayings of Jesus.

This morning we’ll complete a seven week journey in which we have examined the seven “I am” sayings of Jesus in John’s gospel account. And as we’ve done that, we’ve gotten to know Jesus better through His own words. Each of the seven sayings reveals some aspect ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus In And Out Of The Boat Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Aug 7, 2018

Two stories from the life of Jesus that illustrate to us the importance of starting and staying in a relationship with Him

JESUS IN AND OUT OF THE BOAT There once was a young man named Jimmy who had heard a family rumor that his father, his grandfather and even his great-grandfather, all "walked on water" on their 21st birthday. When the day of his 21st birthday came, he believed that if they could do it, so could he. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:3-11, Matthew 14:25-33

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Raft, Sailboat, Or Speedboat Disciple? Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jul 5, 2022

This sermon focuses on Paul's words to "work out your salvation" and the three options for doing so.

We are continuing our series on the book of Philippians. As I have mentioned before, the book of Philippians was actually a letter, also known as an epistle, which was written by Paul to the church that he planted in the city of Philippi, which is basically what we would consider today northern ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-13, Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Christian Church

Nazareth – A Synagogue Visit Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 5, 2017

Nazareth – a synagogue visit - Luke chapter 4 verses 14-30 – sermon by Gordon Curley. PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: Jesus began in Galilee (vs 14-15) Jesus began in the synagogue (vs 16) Jesus began with Isiah (vs 16) Jesus began to disclose himself (vs 16) SERMON BODY Ill: • One day Albert Einstein had an idea: • What would a light wave look like to someone keeping pace with it? • In ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

Faith Can Fix Anything Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jul 22, 2016

When God doesn’t meet their expectations, some people are absolutely devastated spiritually. This devastation T is the predictable result of having placed their trust in the myth that if we have enough faith, we can do or fix anything.

Series: Mythbusters “Faith Can Fix Anything” Hebrews 11:1, 6, 32-39 Open Before we get started on today’s message, I want to read you a “thank you” letter. Our ladies ministry, Joyous Ministries, did a ministry project where they took new or gently-used purses and filled them with things ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Worrying For Our Treasure

Contributed by Russ Houser on Jan 19, 2002

Life sometimes deals us a rotten hand. We can either let that eat at us, or we can learn from it and move on. But what happens when we dwell on these bad things that happen to us and our families?

Worrying for our treasure 1-20-02 AM Matthew 6 19 Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal: 20 But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where thieves do not ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17, Matthew 6:19-34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Better Ask The Boss Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jul 16, 2002

The Gibeonites deceive the Israelites into a treaty because the Israelites fail to ask the Lord. We learn to involve God in our decisions, act with integrity when we make a poor decision, and trust God to redeem even those bad decisions.

Better Ask the Boss Joshua 9 Intro: Have you ever been deceived? Have you ever gotten burned by somebody who seemed sincere, whom you trusted, and who turned out to have been lying to you all along and took advantage of you? Sadly most of us can relate all too easily. We have placed our trust ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 9:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

A Noticable Difference In Our Speech

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jul 23, 2002

Listen, the tongue isn’t all bad .... It can do great good. And in Colossians 4:2-17 we see 3 ways in which we can use our tongues for good. (Jesus is Enough - part 8)

Jesus Is Enough - part 8 (Col 4:2-17) “There Should Be ND in Our Speech” Jesus IS enough!!! Jesus IS enough!!! >>> Do YOU believe that? Do YOU live that? This is week 8 in our study of the book of Colossians - and let me tell you it has been an awesome time in God’s word... Let’s do ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Surviving In A World Of Pain

Contributed by Michael Stover on Sep 14, 2001

After the tragedy of terrorism we have suffered, our citizens will be struggling with how to cope. Three concerns will be why bad things happen, how do I keep my heart holy, and what can I do to help?

Face up to: I. Stark Reality (vs. 2-3, 5) A. Bad things DO happen to good people 1. The Psalmist expected them 2. John 16:33, “In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world” 3. Matthew 5:45, “He makes His sun rise on the evil and on the good, and sends ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Finding Comfort In Times Of Trouble

Contributed by C Jordan on May 3, 2006

Are you in the midst of a valley? Having a bad day? Just because you’re a Christian doesn’t mean you won’t go through STORMS! This message is designed to help you to find peace in life’s troubles.

SUPERNATURAL CHURCH #5: FINDING COMFORT IN TIMES OF TROUBLE OPENING: The Story So Far: In Acts chapter 1: Jesus told His disciples to wait for the Promise of the Father In Acts chapter 2: The Holy Spirit fell on the day of Pentecost and the church was born In Acts chapter 3: Peter and John ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33

Denomination: *other

God's Judgment With Water Series

Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Sep 21, 2008

After expulsion from the Garden of Eden, man began to multiply greatly. So did his wickedness and evil. It was so bad, God decided to destroy the earth and every living thing on it. But in the middle of it all, there was still grace to be found. This

WICKEDNESS After the events in the garden, the Bible tells us Adam and Eve had three sons, one of which murdered his brother, as well as other sons and daughters. On writer has commented that with man’s extreme longevity of life, and with the population growth roughly the same as today’s ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-9

Denomination: United Methodist

God Is There, But Do You Know It? Series

Contributed by Michael West on Oct 2, 2008

Ever had a bad dream that seemed real? Ezekiel had this vision that God’s glory was going to leave the Temple and leave Jerusalem and as the glory left and terrible judgments were going to come down upon the city and all of Judah.

June 8th, 2008 — River of Life Ministries — Pastor Michael West Series: His Majesty, His Name Part 9 — Jehovah Shammah part one Sermon: God Is There, But Do You Know It? Scripture: Judges 16:20 Ever had a bad dream that seemed real? Ezekiel had this vision that God’s glory was going to leave the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Overcoming Addictions

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 21, 2004

People can find themselves addicted to many vices these days. Addictions can fall into many categories that are both conscious and unconscious obsessions: drugs, lusts, bad habits, anger, vengeance, politics, intrigue, gossiping, selfishness, gluttony, en

Overcoming Addictions (Matt 6:24-34) People can find themselves addicted to many vices these days. Addictions can fall into many categories that are both conscious and unconscious obsessions: drugs, lusts, bad habits, anger, vengeance, politics, intrigue, gossiping, selfishness, gluttony, envy, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Depravity

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 22, 2004

Many people have trouble with the concept of total depravity. While not denying they are sinners, many people feel that their sin isn’t bad enough to condemn them. What they don’t understand is that any sin is wholly unacceptable to God.

Many people have trouble with the concept of total depravity. While not denying they are sinners, many people feel that their sin isn’t bad enough to condemn them. What they don’t understand is that any sin is wholly unacceptable to God. Let’s suppose I invite you over to my house this Saturday ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:9-20

Denomination: Baptist

When Relationships Sour Series

Contributed by Steve Bond on Aug 16, 2007

Without question many of our most painful chapters in life have to do with soured relationships. That’s why we’re considering this in our final message in our series "When Bad Things Happen to Good People."

Introduction A 104 year-old woman was being interviewed by a Christian reporter. The reporter asked the woman if it was easier or more difficult to live the Christian life the older you get. The lady thought for a moment and said, “Well, there is less peer pressure.” Some things may get easier ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:36-41

Denomination: Independent/Bible