Sermons on Dangerous Deception:

The Danger Of Holding Grudges

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 19, 2025

This message highlights the severe consequences of holding grudges while encouraging forgiveness and reconciliation.

THE DANGER OF HOLDING GRUDGES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 4:31-32 "Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, clamour, and evil speaking be put away from you, with all malice. And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God in Christ forgave ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:31-32, Matthew 6:14-15, Hebrews 12:14-15, Colossians 3:13, Proverbs 19:11, Romans 12:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Dangers Of Greed And Materialism

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 26, 2025

Greed and materialism are dangerous traps that can lead to spiritual decline, broken relationships, moral corruption, and eternal loss. True contentment comes from trusting in God, not wealth. We must guard our hearts and pursue righteousness over riches.

THE DANGERS OF GREED AND MATERIALISM By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 12:15 – “And he said unto them, Take heed, and beware of covetousness: for a man's life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth.” Supporting Texts: 1 Timothy 6:6-10, Matthew 6:19-21, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Dangers Of Unrighteous Anger Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 10, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical perspective on anger, the differences between righteous and unrighteous anger, and the destructive effects of unrighteous anger on our relationships.

Anger is a universal human emotion that can manifest in different ways. While anger can be a natural response to injustice or wrongdoing, unrighteous anger can have devastating consequences on our relationships, mental health, and spiritual well-being. In this sermon, we will explore the biblical ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 15:1, James 1:19-20

The Dangers Of Social Media

Contributed by David Henderson on Aug 12, 2024

The strains of life for many of us can be difficult. You may ask, with all the success Simone Biles has had, her success, with so much to be proud of, how she could possibly have so many struggles.

The Dangers of Social Media & How to Find Real Happiness Mattthew 5: 10-12 Our Summer Olympics began two weeks ago and one of the high points for Team USA is that we have won a total of medals of 105 medals: 31 of those being gold. Simone Biles has earned 4 medals, 3 being gold. All of this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Danger Of Negative Influences Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 26, 2025

Negative people can be detrimental to our spiritual well-being

As followers of Christ, we are called to be lights in a dark world, spreading hope and joy to those around us. However, we often encounter individuals who seem to drain our energy and hinder our progress. These negative people can be detrimental to our spiritual well-being, and it's essential ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:33, Proverbs 22:24-25

(Section 4) The Perfect Man And Speech Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 26, 2018

Discussion of Teachers in Chapter 3. The Tongue is dangerous

THE PERFECT MAN AND SPEECH I. Introduction: A. In Bible times, men were allowed to meet in assemblies and discuss--debate issues. Men were free to discuss whatever was on their mind. This method was often used by Jesus, Paul and others to spread the Gospel. It gave men a sense of ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Inside Divide PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 5, 2024

Explores the importance of discerning deception, distinguishing false prophets, and defending against deceit in our spiritual journey, guided by Matthew 24:24.

Good morning, dear friends. Isn't it a joy to gather together in the house of the Lord, united by our shared love for Christ, and our shared desire to understand His word more deeply? Today, we are going to turn our attention to a passage that may, at first, seem a bit daunting. But fear not! For ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:24

Topics: Deception

The Faces Of Deception (The Ninth Commandment) Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 4, 2001

Since truth exists we ought to seek the truth, tell the truth, live the truth, and share the truth with others.

"Oh what a tangled web we weave when first we practice to deceive." That’s what Sir Walter Scott said almost 200 years ago, and it’s just as true today as it was then. Yet that doesn’t stop most of us from lying, does it? The 1992 book The Day America Told the Truth found that 91% of us lie ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:20, Exodus 20:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stand Before God And Man With No Deception Series

Contributed by Bruce Landry on May 18, 2002

We will see Joseph tell his brothers his true identity and have a personal time with them. This is so like the personal time Jesus seeks to spend with you and I on an ongoing basis in our ongoing relationship with Him.

Stand before God and Man with no Deception A. Come clean then be consoled B. God’s providence provided to Israel C. Jacob’s Joy Boy, the gimmicks we see today to get people to do things. I don’t know, I almost thought when I came out to Dillingham and Bristol Bay that we wouldn’t see the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

Exposing The Da Vinci Code Deception

Contributed by C Jordan on May 3, 2006

How should we as Christians respond to Dan Brown’s book, The Da Vinci Code, and the movie based on this novel?

EXPOSING THE TOP 10 LIES OF THE DA VINCI DECEPTION (By Pastor Chris Jordan – April 2009) OPENING TEXT: "But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts, and always be ready to give a defense to everyone who asks you a reason for the hope that is in you, with meekness and fear." (1 Peter 3:15). The Da ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: *other

Hey Jude - Pt. 1 - Deception Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jul 5, 2013

The song made Jude famous. However, the most important Jude is often overlooked. Hey Jude, what do you have to teach us?

Hey Jude - Pt. 1 - Deception I. Introduction The Beatles released the single "Hey Jude" in August of 1968 (which is one of the most important months and years in the history of mankind). The song was written by Paul McCartney in response to John Lennon's divorce from his wife Cynthia. The couple ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Can Honor Survive Amidst Deception?

Contributed by Eugene Morell on Jul 1, 2012

I guess we can say that through out most of our lives our common sense seems to be ok but there are time when our common sense can get us into trouble particular when those decisions affect our conduct, character and our actions.

CAN HONOR SURVIVE AMIDST DECEPTION? JOSHUA 9:1-27. There is a story about a Methodist preacher who often spoke on the subject of sin. He defined sin as that abominable thing that God hates. One day some of the leading laymen came to urge their pastor to stop using the word sin. The laymen told ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 9:1-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Simon Peter: Stuck In Self-Deception Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 22, 2009

We live with a self-image that we know is not true, but we like to project it anyway. We will come unstuck from self-deception when there is someone who loves us unconditionally ... the crucified and risen Christ.

Outside the gate of the great house, it is growing cold. The winter winds are not quite over, and the first breezes of a promised spring have a zip to them. It would be nice to be in there, on the other side of the gate, where a fire is blazing and the workers are keeping warm. It would be good ...read more

Scripture: John 18:15-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Deceitful Heart And Unmasking Self-Deception Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 26, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore the mechanisms of self-deception, its consequences, and the biblical guidance for overcoming this insidious trap.

The Bible warns us that our hearts are "deceitful above all things" (Jeremiah 17:9). This sobering truth reveals the propensity of our inner selves to distort reality, leading us down a path of self-deception. In this sermon, we'll explore the mechanisms of self-deception, its ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:9

The World’s Predictable Deception Of Humanity Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Nov 21, 2023

Why does God feel so much anger towards the city of Babylon? Because of the pride of great men, their spiritual corruption, because it has led people (God’s creation) astray, and because of the persecution and death of believers.

Alpha and Omega, Part 45, Revelation Part 22 The World’s Predictable Deception of Humanity Revelation 17:1-18 and 18:1-24 Introduction - Been studying Revelation together, to understand God’s plan for creation -- REM: Redemption of sin is granted through Jesus; and yes, we have a choice - ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 17:1-18, Revelation 18:1-24, John 14:6, Isaiah 53:10-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational