Sermons on Contending For Truth:

Getting The Gospel Right

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 31, 2012

Keeping a True Gospel Focus in the Midst of False Gospels

Getting the Gospel Right Dr. Elmer Towns May 6, 2012 A. THE CONTENT OF THE GOSPEL “Moreover, brethren, I declare to you the gospel . . . by which also you are saved . . . For I delivered to you first of all that which I also received: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

A New But Old Message Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 18, 2010

What is this new but old message? 1- The truth is in Christ 2- The light is in loving others 3- The darkness is in hating others

INTRO.- New but old. How can that be? How can anything be new and yet old at the same time? ILL.- Elaine and I have new neighbors next door. I had never met them until one day I was outside and noticed that a truck was delivering a pickup truck to their driveway. I went to investigate ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:7-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power In The Watergate

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jun 30, 2008

Exploring the power of the Word from a look at Nehemiah’s water gate.

THE POWER IN THE WATER GATE TEXT: Nehemiah 3:26; 8:1-3; Nehemiah 3:26 KJV Moreover the Nethinims dwelt in Ophel, unto the place over against the water gate toward the east, and the tower that lieth out. Nehemiah 8:1-3 KJV And all the people gathered themselves together as one man into the ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 3:26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Wrestling With God

Contributed by Chris Surber on Aug 1, 2008

As a Christian, it is a good thing to question, to seek; the key is to ask good questions and seek out good sources for your answers; most notably, the Bible.

Wrestling with God, Genesis 32:22-31 Introduction Once a Hasidic teacher told this parable; a man had been wandering about in a forest for several days, unable to find the way out. Finally he saw a man approaching him in the distance. His heart was filled with joy. Now I shall surely find out ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:22-31

Denomination: Christian Church

Who Holds The Future? Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jul 30, 2009

What could God do with your life?

Who Holds the Future Aug 17, 2008 Zech 6 Intro: Would you think with me a moment about your life. Whatever place you are at, whatever your joys or frustrations, your struggles or victories, your dreams and your disappointments. Think about it for a moment, wrap your head around it, imagine how ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 6:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Seek Answers

Contributed by Monte Brown on Jan 23, 2009

Nicodemus sought out the truth, didn’t run away but stayed till he got what he wanted.

Seek Answers John 3:1-21 Monte T. Brown October 19, 2008 Sunday Morning Heart O the Hills Introduction Nicodemus was a ruler of the Jews, a Pharisee, and a member of the great Sanhedrim, a senator, and a privy-counselor, a man of authority in ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Is The Bible Reliable? Is The Bible Relevant? Series

Contributed by John Barry on Jun 12, 2009

The editor-in-chief of Bible Study Magazine discusses the reliability, relevance and veracity of the Bible.

Is the Bible reliable? Can the Bible be trusted? Is the Bible relevant? There are people offering us answers from all directions, both from modern and ancient sources. We want to know if we can trust the sources we are being told to place our faith in. There are essentially three questions we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:21-24

Denomination: *other

Where Do We Go From Here?

Contributed by Ruby Mallory on May 27, 2013

Easter or Resurrection Sunday, which is it really?

Where do we go from here? A teachable moment. Luke 24:30-(31) ; 44-49 Matthew 28:19-20 Last Sunday, we, (Christians all over the world) celebrated Easter. However, the correct terminology should have been Passover or Resurrection Sunday.  I’m not here to mess up any body’s religion. But I want ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:30-49

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Great Truth About Life, Liberty, Purpose, And The Pursuit Of Happiness. Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Mar 12, 2013

Bible says “From one man he made every nation of men that they should inhabit the whole earth; and he determined the times set for them and the exact places where they should live. God did this so that men would seek him and perhaps reach out for him and

The Great Truth about Life, Liberty, purpose, and the Pursuit of Happiness. Bible says “From one man he made every nation of men that they should inhabit the whole earth; and he determined the times set for them and the exact places where they should live. God did this so that men would seek ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:26-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Lies Of The Emeny Series

Contributed by Tom Feola on Mar 21, 2012

We can overcome a lie as we see the truth of the Word of God

#2.Satan's weapon: lies Satan came to Eve as the serpent, the subtle deceiver. Revelation 12:9 (NKJV) 9 So the great dragon was cast out, that serpent of old, called the Devil and Satan, who deceives the whole world; he was cast to the earth, and his angels were cast out with him. John 8:44 ...read more

Scripture: John 8:44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Know That You Will Stay Series

Contributed by Tim White on Apr 4, 2012

John teaches us that we have the truth, know the test for truth and can determine the spirits of the Antichrist in today's world if we will apply the doctrine of Jesus Christ.

How To Know You’ll Stay 1 John 4:1-6 • We would like to believe that we are freed from the threat of Gnosticism because of John’s clear message and stand for the truth. • However, Gnosticism has risen anew. Satan has no new tricks. • Today we are going to focus on the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

A Lesson Learned The Hard Way Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 30, 2009

In this lesson King David learns that we must learn and obey the commands of God. Unfortunately, he learns that lesson the hard way.

Introduction: A. I love the old story of the man who bought a horse from the preacher. 1. The preacher told the man that it was a great old horse, but it had a few quirks. 2. The most important thing to remember is that the horse won’t go unless you say, “Praise the Lord,” and the horse won’t stop ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It's All Relative Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Mar 17, 2015

Just what is the truth about truth?

“Cross Currents: It’s All Relative” Col 2:6-15 A cartoon pictured Pastor Wilkins behind his desk, a look of utter disbelief on his face. Standing in front of him was a church member, Mrs. Trent. She had just said “According to my horoscope, this is a good week to preach ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Put Off & Put On 2 Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 30, 2016

Putting off of old things-like old clothing crusted with mud-we are commanded to put off falsehood and put on truth.

25 Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to your neighbor, for we are all members of one body. 26 “In your anger do not sin”: Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry, 27 and do not give the devil a foothold. 28 Anyone who has been stealing must ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-28

Denomination: *other

Be Careful Who You Love- False Love, Versus True Love, And Loving Truth Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Jun 19, 2019

This is two devotional meditations on Proverbs 2:19-22 & 3:1-4. God's love is True & truthful. False love exists. We have to be careful who & what we fall in love with-because whatever we love sets our direction.

Proverbs 2 19 of all those who go to her none return, nor do they attain paths of life 20 so you go in the way of goodness, and keep the to it 21 for the right (straight, righteous) shall dwell (abide/remain) in the land & the mature (complete, whole) shall remain (be left) in it 22 but the ...read more

Denomination: *other