Sermons on Conforming To The World:

Making Wise Investments Series

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Jul 27, 2021

Perhaps the greatest challenge the church faces is finding her place in changing world, on that doesn’t appear to be getting better. John gives an imperative for the church, make investment on in God’s promises which are eternal, not in a worldview that is destined to fail.

Our society is infatuated with extremes, there seems to be no common ground for living. I developed a model, Pathway to Recovery, that illustrates this dynamic. While at a bookstore, I observed a group of students. They were polls apart when discussing religious thought. I had made the comment to ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Can I Know God's Will For My Life? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 9, 2006

What can I do to learn what God wants me to do with my life? Can I miss out on what God desires for my life?

OPEN: I once read the true story about a man who was a guest sailing aboard a submarine. Before they set sail, he asked the coxwain if there were any special regulations to be observed during exercises. He said “I was puzzled when he replied by asking me how good my mental arithmetic was. He went ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Stand Firm Against The World Pt 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 1, 2018

Message 22 from Philippians. The message continues a discussion concerning our need to stand against the evil world system in which we live.

“Stand Firm Against the World” We in the section of Paul’s letter to the Philippians where he instructs them in some specific actions or behaviors that facilitate joy no matter what. 1. ADOPT THE RIGHT AXIS – A Passion to praise Christ Exalting Christ in everything is a foundation for ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-6

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

What Muslims Believe Series

Contributed by Hal Seed on Jul 27, 2007

This is the second in a post 911 series designed to help listeners understand the beliefs and motives behind the Twin Towers attacts.

[This sermon is contributed by Hal Seed of New Song Church in Oceanside, California and of www.PastorMentor.com. Hal is the author of numerous books including The God Questions and The Bible Questions. If you are interested in The Bible Questions Church-wide Campaign, please visit and watch Hal’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

The One World Leader Series

Contributed by Martin Holland on Oct 31, 2012

The more the world we know today become antichrists it is shaping itself up for a leader that will enforce its philosophy. John is given a revelation of that it chapter 6 of the book of Revelations.

The One World Leader Rev. 6:1-3 In Chapter 4: • The Rapture takes place “Come up hither” • The believers and the angels are all around the throne of God In Chapter 5: • God the Father sits on the throne holding a book which is the deed and title to the earth • No ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Fatal Attraction Part 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 12, 2015

Message 8 from 1 John continuing the admonition to stop loving the world.

“A Dangerous Love” Pt 2 (Fatal Attraction) 1 John 2:15-17 Review/Introduction John wrote as a loving father to the believers of his day so that they might better understand the glory of relationship with the God who is light and love. He wanted them to honestly evaluate the quality ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Fatal Attraction Part 3 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 12, 2015

Message nine in 1 John with continuing thoughts on not loving the world.

“A Dangerous Love” Pt 3 (Fatal Attraction) 1 John 2:15-17 Notes supplementary to March 25th Message Stop loving the World and the things in it The object of this instruction has to do with “the world and the things in the world”. The term “world” describes a ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

But

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on May 28, 2018

We use the word 'But' quite frequently and it can change the meaning of something said. In the Bible the word BUT and the context is profound, we are not object of God's wrath as sometimes seen in the Old Testament but objects of His love.

BUT… John 3:16-17 In my working life I’ve been on many training courses either related to management, finance, dealing with the media and so on.. One course still comes to mind when I was criticised for using the word’ ‘BUT’ I was using this simple and very significant little word to clarify ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-17, Genesis 1:26-31

Changed

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 30, 2019

This message discusses the change that takes place in a Christian's life once they accept Christ as their personal Savior. We transition from being a part of this world to be living here but not belonging here.

Changed Scriptures: John 3:3; 18:36; Romans 6:1-11; Colossians 3:1-4 The title of my message this morning is “Changed.” The word change is defined as “to become or make different.” When used in the past tense it means to “have become or been made different.” Before I get into the heart of this ...read more

Scripture: John 3:3, John 18:36, Romans 6:1-11, Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Do Innocent People Suffer?

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Jul 13, 2022

Beloved Saints, the attacks on our faith are designed to conform us into the image of God’s Son, making us to become humble servants because they teach us to learn how to apply the truth of God’s word in greater ways to our situations, therefore God's love is without question toward his people.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Habakkuk 1:13) NASB "Your eyes are too pure to approve evil, And You cannot look on wickedness with favor. Why do You look with favor On those who deal treacherously? Why are You silent when the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 52:13, Job 1:9, John 11:3-6, Isaiah 53:10-12, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Romans 8:22-28, Revelation 13:8, Psalm 34:19, Habakkuk 1:13, Habakkuk 3:17-18, 1 Peter 4:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fading Glory

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Mar 20, 2005

If your are going to withstand the pressure to conform to the world it is necessary to understand: 1. Who you are 2. Life 3. What is important

In 1964, Gene Smith published his book entitled When the Cheering Stopped: The Last Years of Woodrow Wilson. It is the story of President Wilson and the events which led up to and followed WWI. Wilson was an international hero at the end of the war, and both in the United States and abroad there ...read more

Scripture: John 12:9-16

Denomination: Methodist

Your Sacrifice To God

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 10, 2010

God desires to have us live our lifes as a living sacrifice to Him. We are not to conform to this world, but be transformed by the power of God.

Your sacrifice to God Romans chapter 12:1-8 Introduction- The book of Romans is a book of the Bible that will get us to salvation if we desire. It will teach us as believers what is acceptable lifestyle. Some don’t like to hear some of Romans ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-8

Denomination: Nazarene

Firm Before The Foe Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 4, 2012

Peter and John before the Sanhedrin provide an example of how the child of God is to respond to pressure from the world to conform to low expectations.

“When [the guards] had brought [Peter and John before the council], they set them before the council. And the high priest questioned them, saying, ‘We strictly charged you not to teach in this name, yet here you have filled Jerusalem with your teaching, and you intend to bring this man’s blood ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:27-32

Denomination: Baptist

You Have To Get In The Ring To Win Part 3: Me Vs The World

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 21, 2021

This sermon involves dealing with our constant fight with the world. We will face the same 3 temptations that Jesus faced. Love not the world.

You Have To Get In The Ring To Win Me vs The World Proverbs 1:8-19 Luke 4:1-13 7/18/2021 We are continuing our boxing match line-up that we started two weeks ago. The first match was Me vs. Me. The second match was Me Vs. You. Today’s match is Me vs. The World, and next week it will be Me ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:8-19, Luke 4:1-13, 1 John 2:13-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

In View Of God’s Mercy Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 30, 2014

In view of the fact that God is rich in mercy what should we do? 1- Become a living sacrifice 2- Don’t give in to the world 3- Change our thinking

INTRO.- ILL.- After Lee’s surrender, Lincoln spoke to a large crowd from the balcony of the White House. He told them about the policy he had in mind for the South. At the end of his speech, Senator Harlan asked, “What shall we do with the rebels?” The vindictive crowd ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2, Romans 12:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ