Sermons on Corrupting:

The Rapture Of The Church

Contributed by Randall Lavere Ii on Apr 28, 2007

An in depth look into the rapture or taking away of the church

The rapture of the church. Rev. 4:1-2 After this I looked, and behold, a door was opened in heaven, and the first voice which I heard was as it were of a trumpet talking with me, which said, come up hither, and I will show thee things which must be hereafter. 2 and immediately, I was in the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-2

Denomination: Charismatic

The Way Down

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 3, 2007

In one of the saddest chapters of the Bible, Israel first neglects, then abandons their relationship with Yahweh. Through it all, though He remains faithful to them and stands ready to help when they cry out, just like with us.

I was 16 years old. It was my first "real" job after working as a newspaper delivery person for many years. I worked for a dry cleaner establishment that (I found out later) was about to go under. My job was to deliver cleaned drapes to customers. I was given the keys to an old van and told to take ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:1-23

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Why Don't We Grow

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Jul 21, 2007

We’re not surprised when we grow physically; we expect it. If, by chance, growth doesn’t occur, we immediately know something is wrong and attempt to uncover the problem. The same is true spiritually

WHY WE DON’T GROW Judges 17:13-15 Statistics show the average productivity of a Christian’s spiritual life is less than three years. Tonight I want to bring encouragement to those who are sidetracked and to strengthen those who are on the right track. Billy Sunday used to say, “If we Christians ...read more

Scripture: Judges 17:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Altar Of "I" Series

Contributed by James Cloud on Aug 4, 2007

This sermon deals with religiosity, self-rightouesness and "me worship" vs. the true faith that God requires.

The Altar of “I” By Fr. James Cloud A young man entered a beautiful cathedral which was so ornately decorated that the very sight of it could make the hardest of sinners cry in repentance. He made his way down the aisle of the church and found it surprisingly empty except for a solitary ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:1-22

Denomination: Anglican

Considering Consequences Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Sep 27, 2012

Every action has an "afterwards" to it & Proverbs is studded with reminders of this fact. Proverbs calls us to the premise that nothing should be completely judged by its initial enticing stages. The moral law of sin & its consequences are written on

PROVERBS 14: 12 CONSIDERING CONSEQUENCES Consequences are things we rarely consider. But even the smaller issues of life like having an extra piece of chocolate cake has its consequences as well as its appeal (caloric-waistline consequences). It is difficult for most of us to consider the long ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:25, Proverbs 14:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Purpose In Government Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 1, 2012

Contrary to popular Christian belief, God intends for us to be involved in the process of government and to exert Christian influence there. He created governments for the good of man. When Christian neglect their stewardship responsibilities they remove

1. Cartoon: Two men on a park bench; one lets out a loud SIGH; the second man stands and says, “Well, if you are gonna’ talk politics, I’m outta’ here!” 2. Three Great Institutions of God: a. Family b. Church c. Government 3. Mixed reviews on how we look at government a. Support (blindly? – Acts ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Hoop Of History

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Apr 30, 2010

The hoop of history is a picture of human nature, the sin nature, and sinful man's history repeats itself. Israel's history is America's present! Link inc. to formatted text, audio/video, PowerPoint.

The Hoop of History Judges 18-21 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/HoopOfHistory.html The hoop of history has always been rolling, and it is still rolling. As a kid, I liked to play with hula hoops. And not just around my waist, but I would roll them. I would put a spin on them outside and throw ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

This Could Be The Start Of Something Big: Victim Or Victor? Series

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Mar 24, 2010

Lions roar to induce their victims to freeze in fear before the attack! Satan is like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour! Will you be his next victim?

This Could Be the Start of Something Big: Victim or Victor? I Peter 5:7-11 1 Peter 5:7-11 7 Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. 8 Be self-controlled and alert. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. 9 Resist him, standing firm in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:7-11

Denomination: Church Of God

Detestable Incense, Meaningless Offerings Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on Dec 20, 2011

Human religion is at war with God’s revelation.

Introduction Having lived in several years in cold northern climates in my life, but having grown up in California, I am amazed at the difference between winter and spring as it relates to the appearance of a snowy place. In the height of winter in Northern Michigan, for example, snow covers ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:10-20

Denomination: Christian Church

Jesus' Letter To Sardis Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Apr 6, 2014

A sermon examining Jesus' letter to the Church at Sardis.

THE LETTER TO THE CHURCH AT SARDIS Revelation 3:1-6 I once heard a story of a little boy who found a snake on his grandfather’s farm. He informed his grandfather, and he took a shovel and cut its head off. Even with its head separated from the rest of its body, the snake hissed and tried to bite ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

2,000 Years At A Glance Series

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Apr 15, 2014

Overview of major events in Church History.

Church History: Examining the Creeds and Confessions of the Church Through the Ages and Why They Matter. Lesson 1: Church History at a Glance In the small book of Jude, there is an important verse which is good to begin our study this evening. Regarding the false teachers of his day, he says ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stay Away From A Fool

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 28, 2014

To show that we need to get away from the presence of a fool to preserve knowledge.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have fools as friends? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to get away from the presence of a fool to preserve knowledge. IV. TEXT: Proverbs 14:7 (Amplified Bible) Go from the presence of a foolish and self-confident man, for you will ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Deliverance From Way And Talk Of Evil

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 20, 2015

To show that the LORD Himself, personally delivers us from evil men's way and evil men's talk.

I. EXORDIUM: What company do you keep? Good company. Company of believers. 1 Corinthians 15:33 1 Corinthians 15:33 (Amplified Bible) Do not be so deceived and misled! Evil companionships (communion, associations) corrupt and deprave good manners and morals and character. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Loyalty: Do You Know Where Yours Is?

Contributed by Kelly Durant on Oct 10, 2015

Time reveals a person’s loyalty. Today we must apply much precaution to whom or to what we are loyal to! Most people do not deeply reflect as to why, or from where, they get their loyal convictions to someone or something, be it a friend, sports team, political party, or a religion or church!

Loyalty: Do You Know Where Yours Is? Capt. Kelly Durant 10-11-15 Matthew 6:24 No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon. 2. Don’t disloyal people make you angry? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Well Of Beer-Lahai-Roi

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 11, 2015

WHEN WE COME TO THE WELL OF THE VISION OF LIFE... we trust God for His answers. BEER-LAHAI-ROI (Beer-- lay--high--roy) MEANS WELL OF A VISIBLE GOD, THE WELL OF HIM THAT LIVES AND SEES ME AND MY NEED....

COME TO THE WELL BEERLAHAIRROI ( Beer --lay---high---roy) NOTHING IS TOO HARD FOR GOD By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Text: Genesis 16:14 Wherefore the well was called Beerlahairoi; behold, it is between Kadesh and Bered. (Beer--lay--high--roy) WHEN WE COME TO THE WELL OF THE ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God