Sermons on bereans:

How To Get The Most Out Of Your Leaders, Pt. 2

Contributed by Mark Opperman on May 29, 2013

When these things are working together in the church family, great things will happen! Leaders will love to lead because they love seeing what God does through His people! It is time for the people of God, step up and be the church with a mission!

How to Get the Most out of Your Leaders, Pt. 2 1 Thessalonians 5:16-22 16 Be joyful always; 17 pray continually; 18 give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus. 19 Do not put out the Spirit's fire; 20 do not treat prophecies with contempt. 21 Test ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Validity Of Jesus

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Mar 4, 2013

The Jews had a problem with Jesus healing the cripple by the pool on the Sabbath. Jesus used the opportunity to try to show them that he was the real deal; and quite frankly-they were not.

THE VALIDITY OF JESUS John 5:16-47 1) Like Father, like Son (vs. 16-30). • Jesus is equal to the Father (vs. 16-18). Vs. 16-17-God created in six days and rested on the seventh. However, he didn’t rest from preserving and maintaining his creation. He governs the affairs of his people ...read more

Scripture: John 5:16-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Experiencing Revival Through The Bible

Contributed by David Cook on Feb 1, 2010

God's word changes lives of those who desire it.

Intro: Can God’s Word bring real life change to people today? The Bible is the living Word of God (Heb. 4:12). It is infallible and has God Almighty as its Author. This book is called the “Word of life” and brings strong hope to those who believe it. Illus: In Genesis – ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Invasion Of False Teachers Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 4, 2010

Jude's letter is a call to Christians to contend for the faith that was once for all delivered to the saints. In today's lesson we see the invasion of false teachers.

Scripture Several weeks ago I began a new series of studies on the Letter of Jude, which I have titled, “Contend for the Faith.” The Letter of Jude is an extremely important letter. It is extremely important because it is so relevant to our contemporary situation. Even though Jude ...read more

Scripture: Jude 4:4

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Is A True Church? Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 18, 2007

How does one distinguish a true church from a false church? This sermon examines three marks that define a true church of Christ.

Scripture Last week I began a short series of sermons on the topic of the church. Jesus is building his church. All over the world, whether in urban or rural areas, in densely or sparsely populated areas, or in places hostile or friendly toward Christianity, Jesus is building his church. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

False Teachers Series

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 3, 2016

What a false teacher looks like

2 Peter 2 - May 6, 2012 Turn with me this morning to the book of 2 Peter, chapter 2. We have been going through this book that we find at the end of the NT, five books before Revelation, the last book of the Bible. It is written by Peter, the bold fisherman who ended up leaving his nets and ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Good Is Church?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Feb 4, 2020

Church is taking a bashing, but it was created and called for by God.

We live in a time in the Western Church where people are seeing less and less value in attending church. They say that God is omnipresent and in our hearts so why can’t we just be part of the invisible church? Why can’t we be Digital Disciples and just watch ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:23-25, Acts 6:3-4, Ecclesiastes 4:9-12, Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

Recognizing False Teachers

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Aug 5, 2019

Peter's description of False Teachers

2 Peter 2 - May 6, 2012 Turn with me this morning to the book of 2 Peter, chapter 2. We have been going through this book that we find at the end of the NT, five books before Revelation, the last book of the Bible. It is written by Peter, the bold fisherman who ended up leaving his nets and ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pride In The Last Days

Contributed by Shawn Miller on Jan 1, 2016

After praying for a message for 2016, I'm bringing a word to beware of pride as described for the most part in 2 Timothy 3:1 but using supporting texts also.

Pride in the Last Days Introduction: Usually its typical and appropriate to preach about new beginnings and resolutions during the new year. I've done so in the past and reckon I will do so again -in the future but this year is different, perhaps because the times we live in are different. But ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Love Series

Contributed by Tim White on Mar 9, 2015

Love must be supernatural. In other words, it must be demonstrated in the worse possible moments to the most unworthy subjects, when we feel the worse. Or it is not of God.

The Power of Love Ephesians 3:14-19 Corrie Ten Boom in the book, Reflections of god’s Glory (page 69), wrote, “In Africa a man came to a meeting with bandaged hands. I asked him how he had been injured. He said, “My neighbor’s straw roof was on fire; I helped him to put it ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-19

Denomination: Baptist

Religion And Politics

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Oct 31, 2020

A look at the words of Jesus as it pertains to our election.

Religion and Politics November 1, 2020 I’m not sure if you know, but there’s an election coming up this Tuesday! There hasn’t been much talk about it. It’s been pretty hush, hush. So, I thought for my first Sunday back, I should talk about religion and politics. Some say it’s the most important ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Joseph: A Tried, Tested, Triumphant Faith! - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Thomas Fortini on Sep 14, 2020

God approved faith is always tried, tested, and comes forth triumphantly!

Text: Hebrews 11:22 By faith Joseph, when his end was near, spoke about the exodus of the Israelites from Egypt and gave instructions concerning the burial of his bones. -NIV Title: Joseph: A Tried, Tested, Triumphant Faith! - Part 1 Intro: The tenth chapter of Hebrews introduces us to the idea ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:22

Ox Carts, Hemorrhoids And True Worship

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jun 30, 2020

This sermon is dedicated to understanding True Worship by looking at a couple of stories surrounding the Ark of the Covenant

Scripture: Romans 15:4; 1 Chronicles 15:25-16:4 ( 2 Samuel 6:1-15) Theme: God’s Presence Title: Ox Carts, Hemorrhoids and True Worship INTRO: Grace and peace this morning in the name of God the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. In Romans 15:4 the Apostle Paul shares with us an ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:4, 2 Samuel 6:1-15

Denomination: Nazarene

Christ's Message To Thyatira Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 29, 2016

The analysis of Christ's message to Thyatira as set forth in Revelation 2:18-29 teaches us that a church may be working but corrupt.

Scripture We are currently in a series of messages titled, “Christ’s Message to the Seven Churches,” that is based on the first three chapters of the Book of Revelation. In Revelation 1 the resurrected and glorified Christ revealed himself to his Apostle John, and told him to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Book Of Galatians – Chapter 5:12-15 - Message 19 – Freedom Brings Extra Responsibility – How To Love One Another, And Christian Cannibalism Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jun 21, 2024

Salvation brings freedom, but is that freedom a licence to sin? Paul uses strong language against the false teachers. We look at serving one another in love and what that means, and finish with considering “Christian cannibalism”.

THE BOOK OF GALATIANS – CHAPTER 5:12-15 - MESSAGE 19 – FREEDOM BRINGS EXTRA RESPONSIBILITY – HOW TO LOVE ONE ANOTHER, AND CHRISTIAN CANNIBALISM Galatians is a powerful book. Perhaps in this letter Paul’s emotions and spirit are turned over more than in any other letter as he combats the false ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 13:4-9, Galatians 5:12, Galatians 5:13, Matthew 6:24, 1 Kings 18:21, 1 Corinthians 6:16-20, Ephesians 4:28, Ephesians 4:29, Galatians 5:14, Acts 17:10-11, Matthew 22:36-40, Matthew 19:19, Matthew 5:43-44, Luke 10:29, Galatians 5:15, 2 Kings 6:28-29, 1 Corinthians 10:23-24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational