Sermons on Colossian Heresy:

Faithful Servants Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 22, 2018

Message 26 in our study of Colossians addressing the characteristics of a faithful servant.

Chico Alliance Church “Faithful Servants” This week we shift to Paul’s admonition concerning slaves and masters. Lest we dismiss the principles here because we are not slaves or masters or employees or employers we should step back and look more carefully at the principle. Yes these verses were ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:9-10

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

An Effective Witness Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 23, 2018

Message 28 in our study of Colossians exploring the elements of an effective witness.

Chico Alliance Church “An Effective Witness” Only second to Paul’s passion to talk to the Father was his passion to share Christ with those “outside”. He instructs the church regarding our witness in the world. Conduct yourselves with wisdom toward outsiders, making the most of the opportunity. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:14-17, Colossians 4:5-6

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Hopelessly Devoted To You Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Aug 15, 2022

Paul encourages the Colossians to be devoted in prayer and make the most of their conversations with outsiders

Above All: Colossians 4:2-6 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 08-14-2022 Hopelessly Devoted to You On Tuesday, we lost another one of my childhood artist. Olivia Newton John lost her battle with breast cancer at the age of 71. She was a four time Grammy award winning singer ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Baptist

A Worthy Life Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Mar 7, 2023

Beginning a Series on Colossians, talking about living a life worthy of Jesus

A Worthy Life CCCAG, February 12th 2023 Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14 Introduction: I was looking back through my files last week and since I came here as the pastor in 2014, we have done sermon series focusing on the Gospel of John, and the epistles of Romans, James, Ephesians, and Philippians. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Eight Marks Of False Prophets And Teachers

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 18, 2009

In the last days there will be false teachers who will subtly and stealthily introduce heretical destructive heresies even denying the Master who bought them bringing on themselves destruction.

Eight Marks of a False Prophet or Teacher (2 Peter 2:1-12) "In the last days there will be false teachers who will subtly and stealthily introduce heretical destructive heresies even denying the Master who bought them bringing on themselves destruction." (2 Pet 2:1) We live in a day when there ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Don't Be Led Astray!" Series

Contributed by John Brooks on Sep 23, 2018

#4 out of 2 Peter. In 2:1-10 Peter warns the believers that false teachers will introduce destructive heresies to lead them away from Jesus.

DON’T BE LED ASTRAY! “But false prophets also arose among the people, just as there will also be false teachers among you, who will secretly introduce destructive heresies, even denying the Master who bought them, bringing swift destruction upon themselves. Many will follow their sensuality, and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon 6 - Stay Alive And Alert Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 19, 2025

In Colossians 2:4-15, Paul begins to address the reason for Paul's letter to the Colossians. Paul warns them about the danger that the false teachers pose and gives them instructions about how to fortify themselves and protect their spiritual life.

Introduction: A. One of the scariest things about young children is the fact that they are naïve and uninhibited. 1. These pictures I am showing on the screen make every parent gasp because of the danger. B. I am going to date myself with this illustration: How many of you remember the old ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:4-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon 7 - Believer, Beware Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 27, 2025

In this sermon's section from Colossians, Paul warns the Colossian Christians to avoid the false teachings of legalism, mysticism and asceticism. Christians from all times need to heed these warnings as well.

Introduction: A. One day a customer was entering a little country store and noticed a sign posted on the door warning, “Danger! Beware of dog!” 1. Inside, the customer noticed a harmless old hound dog asleep on the floor beside the cash register, and asked: “Is that the dog folks are supposed ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:16-23, Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Nature Of Christian Growth Series

Contributed by Rusty Davidson on Feb 19, 2007

This is the first in a series on the Book of Colossians. It deals with how th reality of Christ’s supremacy in all things defines the growth of Christians’ faith.

The Supremacy of Christ The Nature of Christian Growth Text: Colossians 1:1-8 I. Introduction Illustration: A Good Kid Gone Bad. He was basically a good kid. He came from an ordinary family and had a good mom and dad. He went to church every Sunday and never seemed to be out of the ordinary. So, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Council Of Chalcedon Series

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Apr 30, 2014

Considered by many to be the last Ecumenical Council, how did the Council of Chalcedon affect the history of the early church and begin the rift which would ultimately become the Great Schism in 1054.

Church History: Examining the Creeds and Confessions of the Church Through the Ages and Why They Matter. Lesson 5: The Council of Chalcedon So far, in our study of church history we have seen: An overview of the last 2,000 years of church history. The creeds which are found within the Bible ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Hugging A Heretic

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 30, 2021

We are called to mark them who cause divisions. How much more so those who teach doctrinal error?

Titus 3:10 A man that is an heretick after the first and second admonition reject; 11 Knowing that he that is such is subverted, and sinneth, being condemned of himself. A heretic after the first or second admonition you reject or have nothing to do with, not keep supporting their ministries. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:17, 1 Timothy 1:20, 2 Timothy 4:14, Ephesians 4:11-17, Titus 3:10-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Noble Or Gullible

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Aug 10, 2021

Do not dig in the sewer to find truth. Seek the pure water of the Word.

Revelation 2:1 Unto the angel of the church of Ephesus write; These things saith he that holdeth the seven stars in his right hand, who walketh in the midst of the seven golden candlesticks; 2 I know thy works, and thy labour, and thy patience, and how thou canst not bear them which are evil: ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:11, Revelation 2:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Revelation 2

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 25, 2020

Let’s move into an exciting lesson about the churches that we attend, mirrored in seven ancient churches.

Let’s move into an exciting lesson about the churches that we attend, mirrored in seven ancient churches. Ephesus Revelation 2:1-3 “To the angel of the church of Ephesus write, ‘These things says He who holds the seven stars in His right hand, who walks in the midst of the seven golden ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Godliness Over Gain

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 18, 2025

You want a deeper walk with Jesus? That will mean persecution, not prosperity. It may mean sacrifice of health to walk in holiness. Remember, He was rejected and crucified. Apostles often lived in jail or the open field, not mansions.

Matthew 5:11 Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you,and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake. 12 Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you. Someone forgot to tell ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:11-12, Matthew 10:24-25, Romans 8:16-17, 1 Timothy 6:3-9, Philippians 1:28-30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Rise Of False Doctrines And Prophets Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 29, 2025

False doctrines and prophets are a sign of the last days. They exploit, deceive, and destroy spiritual lives if unchecked. But God has given us His Word, His Spirit, and the gift of discernment to overcome these dangers.

THE RISE OF FALSE DOCTRINES AND PROPHETS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Peter 2:1-3, 1 John 4:1 Supporting Texts: Matthew 7:15-23, Galatians 1:6-9, 2 Timothy 4:3-4, Acts 17:11, Jude 1:3-4 INTRODUCTION: In these end times, one of the greatest threats to the Church is not persecution from ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:1-3, 1 John 4:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God