Sermons on Believe A Lie:

Living A Holy Righteous Life And Avoiding Temptations And Sin Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 24, 2025

As believers, we are called to live a life that honors God.

As believers, we are called to live a life that honors God, despite our struggles with sin. The Bible teaches us that God's desire is for us to live holy and righteous lives, avoiding temptations and sin. God's Desire for Our Holiness - 1 Thessalonians 4:7: "For God did not call us ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:7

Lesson 3: Stumbling Blocks To Faith-Walking

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 19, 2013

Circumstances make you stumble

Series: Learning Faith From Abraham Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 3: Stumbling Blocks To Faith-Walking February 17, 2013 A. WHAT ARE STUMBLING BLOCKS TO WALKING BY FAITH? 1. Walk by sight. “We walk by faith, not by sight” (2 Cor. 5:7). 2. Doubts. “Walk in ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Stumbling Blocks To Faith-Walking Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 21, 2017

Divine intervention and deliverence

A. WHAT ARE STUMBLING BLOCKS TO WALKING BY FAITH? 1. Walk by sight. “We walk by faith, not by sight” (2 Cor. 5:7). 2. Doubts. “Walk in faith” (Rom. 4:12). 3. Tell lies. “Walk in truth” (2 John 4). 4. Controlled by the flesh. “Walk not after the flesh” (Rom. 8:1). 5. Give into the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirit Of Deception

Contributed by Chad Prather on Sep 28, 2002

The Old Testament nation of the Hivites represent the spirit of deception and present a major obstacle to our destiny as the people of God.

The Spirit of Deception (Hivites) Josh 3:10; Genesis 3:1-5 Hivite: To live a lie openly shown; a serpent. Deception: To mislead by giving a distorted impression or false sense of reality. To trick; to cheat; to beguile. The ancient Greeks used the word to describe the pleasure that comes ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-5, Joshua 3:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

21 Reasons God May Allow Pressure

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 23, 2015

21 Reasons God May Allow Pressure...

Pressure 1 Corinthians 10:6-14 (KJV) 6 Now these things were our examples, to the intent we should not lust after evil things, as they also lusted. 7 Neither be ye idolaters, as were some of them; as it is written, The people sat down to eat and drink, and rose up to play. 8 Neither let us ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:6-14

Denomination: Foursquare

Pressing Into The Blessing Of God!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jul 5, 2012

In this outline we point out what we must do to press into all that God has for us. The enemy of our soul does not want us to press on through to victory. He tries to hinder us on every hand. But remember we cannot loss for winning; we cannot go under for

PRESSING INTO THE BLESSING OF GOD! In this outline we point out what we must do to press into all that God has for us. The enemy of our soul does not want us to press on through to victory. He tries to hinder us on every hand. But remember we cannot loss for winning; we cannot go under for going ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10-14

The Millennial Reign Of Christ Series

Contributed by Grant Adams on Oct 7, 2021

What is in store for us during the 1,000 year reign?

Men down through the ages have dreamed and planned for a golden age of perfect life. I contend that the scriptures have much to say about this golden age. There can be no doubt, but that Jesus is to come out victorious over Satan and sin. This age when “righteousness shall cover the earth as the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Truth?

Contributed by William Akehurst on Aug 18, 2023

Times have changed. We see that society and culture is changing. What was once Evil is now called Good, what was Good, is now called Evil. There is much deception in our world today, and in the midst, there is a resounding cry...“WHAT IS TRUTH?”

2023.08.20.SERMON NOTES. WHAT IS TRUTH? William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: Times have changed. We see that society and culture is changing. What was once evil is not called good, what was called good, is not called evil. There is much deception in our world today, and yet many cry out, searching for ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8, 2 Timothy 4:1-5, 2 Timothy 3:1-9, John 18:33-38, Genesis 2:15-17, Genesis 3:1-5, 2 Timothy 3:10-17, 2 Timothy 2:15, Psalm 25:1-5, 2 Thessalonians 2:5-12, Romans 1:24-25, Isaiah 5:20, Proverbs 3:5-7, Luke 6:43-49, Proverbs 17:15, John 8:42-47, John 14:6, John 1:1, 1 John 2:18-27, 1 John 5:20, Hebrews 10:22-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Things I Know Because Mary Annointed Jesus

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Apr 30, 2021

Next in series of John. Examines things people erroneously believe will save them.

John 12 (1) - Read John 12:1-8 My word, can you imagine attending this dinner party? Can you imagine reclining at a table and enjoying a meal with Jesus? Or, could you imagine sitting and talking with Mary and Martha and having them walk through the events that had happened just shortly before. ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Empty Tomb Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

The empty tomb is a sign of hope for believers, reminding us that Jesus has risen and fulfilled His promise.

Today, we're gonna talk about the empty tomb of Jesus. It's that moment when Jesus rose from the dead and changed everything for us. So, let's dive in and see what this means for our lives today. First, let's read Luke 24:1-12. This is the story of when Jesus' friends went to visit his tomb, but ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12, 1 Corinthians 15:14

Topics: Resurrection, Eternal Life, Empty Tomb, Easter Story

Narnia - Fairy Tale Or Reality? Series

Contributed by Robert Marsh on Dec 1, 2005

Second in the Series - Asks listeners to believe the unbelievable - to have faith in the fantastic claims of Christmas.

Christmas in Narnia FAIRY TALE OR REALITY? Matthew 1:18-24 During these days leading to Christmas, the world’s attention has been drawn back to a classic children’s tale written in 1950 by CS Lewis – The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe. As we mentioned last week, Lewis was one of the great ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-24

Denomination: Baptist

Preaching Matters

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Sep 2, 2007

Does preaching really matter? Only if we believe God has a message for us.

2 Timothy 3:1-4:4 Preaching Matters Woodlawn Baptist Church September 2, 2007 (Have a stack of sermons on the stage. Pick them up and flip through them in a reminiscing sort of way and think out loud about them.) Though I’ve only been preaching a little over six years, this is a lot of sermons. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:2

Denomination: Baptist

"Set-Right With God"

Contributed by Ken Harris on Aug 8, 2010

The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to Trustfully Believe in God and get "Set-Right with God"

8 August 2010 West Fort Hood Community Chapel U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Fort Hood Texas BIG IDEA: Believers should avoid relying on their own wits – and understanding – by Trusting and Believing God to keep his promises. REFERENCES: Genesis 14:22-24 NIV (But Abram said to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Persuading Or Evading

Contributed by Pastor David T. Diskin on Aug 11, 2012

The apostle Paul said, let every man be persuaded in his own mind. Are you fully persuaded in your mind? Can a person be truly saved if they believe Jesus died for their sins but not believe that Jesus walked on water?

Persuading or Evading? Pray. This morning I want to ask you a very simple question. As you live in this world as a child of God and come into contact with people every day of your life, Are you Persuading or Evading? Many times throughout the New Testament, the apostle Paul would use ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:38-39

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Your Past Defines You Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Jun 8, 2025

The world says your past defines you—but God says in Christ, you are a new creation. Your identity is not rooted in what you’ve done, but in who He declares you to be.

### **Introduction: The Lie We Believe** Video Ill.: Sermon Bumper 2 Last week, we began a new series “Lies the World Tells”, where we are for the next several weeks exposing the lies the world wants us to believe, how those lies impact our lives, and the truth we can accept in our hearts. We ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:16-17, Romans 8:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ