Independence Day:God's Closeness in Uncertain Times

SermonCentral Logo SermonCentral Logo Sermon Central
Sermons
Free Sermons and Sermon Outlines for Preaching :

Sermons on Bondage Of Idolatry:

showing 556-570 of 21,850
Filter Results
Close Filters

Scripture

Rating

Date

Denominations

  • Show more

Language

Structure

Sermon Type

Audience

Popular Preaching Resources

New Sermon Series Now Available

Everything you need for your next series

AI Sermon Generator

Generate sermon ideas with a safe, secure tool for solid preaching.

Biblical Sermon Calendar

Customizable sermon manuscripts for verse-by-verse preaching

Sermon Research Assistant

Free custom sermon in 5-10 minutes!

Topical Sermon Calendar

Preach with creativity and impact throughout the year

Funeral Sermon Generator

Create a personalized, heartfelt funeral sermon

Sermon Kits for Preaching

Faithful to the Finish

Peter's final call to a young and growing church

Grace and Glory

A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter

Entrusted

Gifts, risk, and the return of the King

  • Try PRO

    Confident Preaching

    Try PRO free and preach with confidence when people need it most.
    Free to start now
  • Richard Cook avatar

    Consider Your Ways

    Contributed by Richard Cook on Aug 8, 2009
    based on 24 ratings
     | 45,728 views

    A clear Message from God that in our circumstances and trials we should always Consider Our Ways

    Consider Your Ways Haggai 1:3-7 Then came the word of the LORD by Haggai the prophet, saying, (4) Is it time for you, O ye, to dwell in your cieled houses, and this house lie waste? (5) Now therefore thus saith the LORD of hosts; Consider your ways. (6) Ye have sown much, and bring in ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Scott Coltrain avatar

    The Christian's View Of Astrology

    Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Mar 5, 2009
    based on 17 ratings
     | 15,382 views

    Considerationn of the subject of Astrology is important not only due to its popularity but due to how much the Bible addresses it.

    Today, we are going to discuss a topic that is amazingly popular in our modern society - Astrology. It is an important topic because of the large number of people who are involved in its practice and the serious attention which it is given in the Bible. Let’s first discuss the nature of ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Scott Kircher avatar

    Trick Or Treat

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Oct 24, 2010
    based on 115 ratings
     | 32,897 views

    Halloween has been a popular event in America. It is a time that many see as just a fun time to dress up, get candy and see people. Historically, Halloween has not always been so innocent and some of the practices have been derived from pagan worship.

    Trick or Treat 1 Corinthians 10:14-31 Slide Intro Well, we know that Fall has arrived as the days continue to get shorter and as the leaves fall from the trees and as the weather continues to change. Next week, we will have another indication of fall being here as the streets will be filled with ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • William D. Brown avatar

    Rev. # 61~18:1-8—pt-2 Commercial Babylon Series

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Aug 5, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,772 views

    Well last time we talked about the financial mess we have here in this country, and its not only here but most of the world is having finance problems as well, but according to the Bible it’s suppose to be this way here in these last days. Although mo

    Rev. # 61~18:1-8—pt-2 COMMERCIAL BABYLON 7-3-10 Well last time we talked about the financial mess we have here in this country, and its not only here but most of the world is having finance problems as well, but according to the Bible it’s ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dustin T Parker avatar

    His Presence Provides Stability Series

    Contributed by Dustin T Parker on Aug 22, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,706 views

    God's discipline is a incredible blessing, not a negative but proof of His love!

    Concordia Lutheran Church August 22, 2010 His Presence Provides Stability Hebrews 12:4-29 † In Jesus Name † May the grace, the merciful love and peace of God our Father, and our Lord Jesus Christ be poured out on you, as the Holy Spirit guides your daily walk in God’s kingdom!! The ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Patrick Nix avatar

    Wwjd: Days Off / Vacations Series

    Contributed by Patrick Nix on Sep 10, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,880 views

    What Would Jesus Do… with regard to vacations, hobbies, sports, amusements, break-times, fun & relaxing activities? For the answer, we take a trip back 6,000 years…

    What Would Jesus Do… with regard to vacations, hobbies, sports, amusements, break-times, fun & relaxing activities? For the answer, we take a trip back 6,000 years… Since Creation Week, God has taught that a scheduled, consistent period of rest is a good thing. God put down his paintbrush, He ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ken Pell avatar

    The Idol Of Leisure: Laodicea

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Jan 10, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,964 views

    Our culture has an inordinate pursuit of comfort and leisure; but there is a Biblical priority and perspective that must be applied.

    AMERICAN IDOLS: LOOKING AT OURSELVES AND OUR LOYALTIES THROUGH THE EYES OF JESUS THE IDOL OF LEISURE: LAODICEA REVELATION 3:14-22 Sermon Objective: Our culture has an inordinate pursuit of comfort and leisure; but there is a Biblical priority and perspective that must be applied. Supporting ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Dale Miller avatar

    To The Unknown God Series

    Contributed by Dale Miller on Apr 24, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,604 views

    THIS SERMON DEALS WITH PAUL AND HIS ADDRESS ON MARS HILL.

    HFL APRIL 25, 2010 ACTS 17;16-23 6While Paul was waiting for them in Athens, he was greatly distressed to see that the city was full of idols. 17So he reasoned in the synagogue with the Jews and the God-fearing Greeks, as well as in the marketplace day by day with those who happened to be there. ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • William D. Brown avatar

    The Foolish Wise Man

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Apr 14, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,861 views

    Solomon was the wisest man that ever, and yet he made some foolish decisions.

    THE FOOLISH WISE MAN 1 Kings 3:1-3:15 listen as I read today’s text 1And Solomon made affinity(means “Solomon made a marriage alliance with Pharaoh king of Egypt.”) with Pharaoh king of Egypt, and took Pharaoh’s daughter, and brought her into the city of David, until he ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tom Fuller avatar

    Man Is Basically Good Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jan 18, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,401 views

    Thought that might get your attention. The debate about the goodness of man rages, as does the arguments for the existence of God. Paul takes on both in this very hard hitting section.

    How can you know you are dying unless someone tells you ‘you have a terminal disease’? How do you know you need to be set free unless someone tells you ‘you are a captive’? How can you tell something is wrong unless someone tells you what is right? That’s the essence of the rest of Romans 1. Before ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Rusty Tardo avatar

    Mardi Gras!

    Contributed by Rusty Tardo on Jan 21, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 8,187 views

    Is the Mardi Gras celebration harmless fun? Or is it idolatrous?

    The Spirit of Mardi Gras Dr. Russell K. Tardo Mardi Gras! The very word conjures up all sorts of images in our minds. We think of parades, floats, masquerades, balls, beads, doubloons, parties, kingcake and revelry. New Orleans promotes it as “the greatest free show on earth”, and it is ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Terrible Times In The Last Days Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 10, 2011
    based on 60 ratings
     | 56,366 views

    Paul plainly describes the character of people in the last days. 1- Lovers of self 2- Lovers of money 3- Lovers of sinfulness 4- Lovers of pleasure

    INTRO.- ILL.- The doctor tells his patient: "Well I have good news and bad news..." The patient says, "Lay it on me Doc. What's the bad news?" "You have Alzheimer's disease." "Good heavens! What's the good news?" "You can go home and forget about it!" The bad news is that we are living in the ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Chris Appleby avatar

    Elijah's Mountain Top Experience Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jul 4, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 17,963 views

    Elijah confronts the prophets of Baal to show that Only Yahweh is the true and living God.

    By Rev Bill Stewart As we have just heard, in today’s Scripture reading the prophet Elijah was called by God to go to Mount Carmel which is situated in the North of Israel. It is not an especially high mountain but it does have a great view. In fact, it’s a bit like the lookout on Mount ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Anglican

  • Curry Pikkaart avatar

    Where Does God Fit In? Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jul 6, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,677 views

    What does it mean to take God seriously? What does putting God first look like? What does it involve?

    “Law & Order: SPU – Where Does God Fit In?” Exodus 20:3; 1 Corinthians 10:5-14 A man purchased a statue of Christ and placed it on his desk in his den. A few days later his wife moved the statue to a table in the living room. Their five-year-old daughter, noticing the change of ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • C. Philip Green avatar

    Hot Pursuit Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 19, 2011
     | 7,309 views

    Find true security by trusting in the Lord, not a lie or an idol.

    If you’re a Green Bay Packers fan, then the best thing about the Super Bowl this year (2011) was the Packers win! The next best thing was some of the commercials. Here’s one of my favorites – Junior Darth Vader. (Show the Volkswagen Passat: Young Darth Vader video from ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical Free