Sermons on Deceitfulness:

Search Me---Am I That Brave?

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 23, 2019

One of the bravest thing a believer can do is pray the prayer, "search me oh God and see if there is anything offensive within me.

—Search Me--- Am I That Brave? Psalm 139 13-24 2 Timothy 2:1-4 When you think of someone doing something brave. What comes to your mind? A father lost his life, swimming for his kids. An uncle was severely burned running into a burning building to save his niece. What would give you the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-24, 2 Timothy 2:1-4

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Word Breakers & Will Benders Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Oct 1, 2015

How we talk and interface our will with the will of others says something about our Father in heaven. Our words, promises, and intents reflect on people’s view of God. God desires an accurate reflection of Himself in and through us.

Word Breakers & Will Benders Matthew 5:33-37 33 "Again, you have heard that it was said to the people long ago, 'Do not break your oath, but keep the oaths you have made to the Lord.' 34 But I tell you, Do not swear at all: either by heaven, for it is God's throne; 35 or by the earth, for it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:33-37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Praises Of Love Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 17, 2021

When lovers cease to compliment one another, they are losing their admiration, and taking each other for granted. Healthy love never stops singing the praises of the lover.

A neurologist was flattered when a patient in a mental hospital said to him, "We like you better than any other doctor we have ever had." "But why?" asked the doctor, with a smile, showing his delight. "Because," replied the inmate, "You are more like one of ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 1:9-12

Law Good; Sin Bad Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 25, 2020

The law can’t save us; only faith in Jesus.

LAW GOOD; SIN BAD Text: Romans 7:7-13 Introduction 1. Illustration: A hotel in Galveston, Texas, that overlooks the Gulf of Mexico, faced a potential problem. The edge of the hotel hangs over the water. Before the hotel opened, someone thought, "What if someone decides to fish out of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:7-13

Denomination: Methodist

Ephesians: Our Identity In Christ~part 13 The Path Of Unity Series

Contributed by Scott Spencer on Nov 17, 2014

What is the path to unity? What is the basis for unity in the church? Upon what does that unity depend? And how are we to maintain that unity?

Ephesians: Our Identity in Christ~Part 13 The Path of Unity Ephesians 4:1-16 Unity of the Spirit 1. Therefore I, the prisoner of the Lord, implore you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling with which you have been called, 2. with all humility and gentleness, with patience, showing tolerance ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Body Of Christ Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jan 2, 2025

Ephesians 4

THE BODY OF CHRIST (EPHESIANS 4) I accepted Christ when I was 17 in a mid-size church. Our church did not have a pastor since the last one left a few years ago before I accepted Christ. I was baptized by a former pastor. In the third year of my faith the church hired a pastor who traveled from ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Church Built On Christ Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Oct 16, 2024

Just what is it that makes a church authentic? The greatest challenge that we find as we try to follow Jesus is dedicating ourselves to the truth of the Scripture in a culture that tends to base their lives on their own opinions instead of on the truth of God's word.

I don't think I need to tell any of you that our church is going through a new phase. We are about to enter into a new stage of growth for this church beginning in January. I have asked God what words can I bring to the church that would make this transition a lot easier so that we can remain ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:24-25, 1 Peter 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

What Is A Friend?

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Apr 29, 2024

As Christians, we should choose true friends wisely, recognizing the characteristics of fake friends, and seek God's wisdom to discern the difference between the two.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to talk about a topic that hits close to home for all of us – friendship. We all know the saying, "You are the company you keep," and the Bible has a lot to say about the importance of choosing our friends wisely. Our focus today will be ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 13:20-21, Proverbs 17:17, Proverbs 27:17, Ecclesiastes 4:9-12, John 15:11-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lessons From Jeremiah – Part 20 – Teach Your Generation - And Wicked Men In Nations Lie In Wait For Evil Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on May 13, 2024

Have the churches been faithful in relaying the gospel, or has Christianity become something infused into the culture without being a dynamic force? Wicked men flourish. In Judah the people were spiritually blind and deaf. We need to take note ourselves.

PERSONAL STUDY AND TEACHING IN JEREMIAH – PART 20 – TEACH YOUR GENERATION - AND WICKED MEN IN NATIONS LIE IN WAIT FOR EVIL PART 20 - Jeremiah 5:18-27 CHAPTER 5 [A]. THE MESSAGE TO BE PASSED FROM GENERATION TO GENERATION {{Jeremiah 5:18 “Yet even IN THOSE DAYS,” declares the LORD, “I will not ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 5:18-19, Jeremiah 5:20-23, Psalm 115:4-8, Isaiah 43:8, Ezekiel 12:2, Isaiah 6:9-10, Matthew 13:14-16, Acts 28:25-27, Romans 11:7-8, Isaiah 35:4-6, Jeremiah 5:24-27, Psalm 111:10, Psalm 112:1, Romans 1:22-23, Amos 5:12, 2 Timothy 3:6, Psalm 124:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Building The Church Christ Intended Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on May 2, 2022

Each of us is the music—the great opus—of those who have used their gifts to equip us and we must do the same to equip others.

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org View this message at: https://mycrossway.churchcenter.com/episodes/120438 Introduction This morning we are returning to the fourth chapter of Ephesians. We are studying today one of my favorite passages that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Brethren

Nathanael & Come And See

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Oct 10, 2021

In October, we’re looking at a series of messages to get us ready for our Welcome Back series in November on Resetting Our Lives. Today’s message looks at Nathanael and how Jesus reset His life and calling. Please take time to come, see, and listen to these life-changing truths

GET READY FOR THE RESET Nathanael & Come and See John 1:43-51 As we start counting down to our special series on Resetting Our Lives, where we look at resetting, reigniting, and refueling our lives, I’d like to count down by looking at the various people that encountered Jesus, and not only ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-51

Denomination: Foursquare

Search Me Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 14, 2022

I need to pray “Search me” because I have blind spots

NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:23-24

Denomination: Baptist

You Heart Matters Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Nov 16, 2021

Taken from the Sermon Central Series and heavily edited, Pastor John teaches that it is our heart that will often determine our direction and destination

Your Heart Matters The Path Series CCCAG October 17th 2021 Scripture- Proverbs 3:5-6 Last week we talked about what to do if you are on the wrong path, and the need to seek God on how to get pointed in the right direction. Today, we will be talking about the source of what gets us on the wrong ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Christian’s Heart - Introduction

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jan 14, 2023

As we begin this New Year, I’d like to share with you what our vision and goal will be for 2023, PLUS, a word that the Lord gave me for this new year. And it all begins with an inside work through the type of heart Christians are to possess.

A Christian’s Heart - Introduction As we begin this New Year, I’d like to share with you what our vision and goal will be for 2023, and what we’ll be looking at in our time together. And it all begins with an inside work through the type of heart Christians are to possess. And what I’d like to do ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:22, Psalm 51:10, Matthew 22:37

Denomination: Foursquare

Romans Chapter 3 Verses 13-18 - Messages In Romans – Corrupt Body Parts Reveal The True Man - Message 10 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 15, 2023

Poisonous lips, murderous feet, throats of decay, paths of discord, cursing mouths, ways of misery, fearless people, and more. We continue Paul’s descriptions in Romans chapter 3 of the state of the unconverted man. God will require accountability from every person. The gospel is revealed.

ROMANS CHAPTER 3 VERSES 13-18 - MESSAGES IN ROMANS – CORRUPT BODY PARTS REVEAL THE TRUE MAN - MESSAGE 10 {{Romans 3:13 “Their throat is an open grave. With their tongues they keep deceiving. The poison of asps is under their lips.” Romans 3:14 “Whose mouth is full of cursing and bitterness.” ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:13-17, Psalm 5:9, James 3:5-8, Psalm 140:3, Psalm 10:7, Isaiah 59:7-8, Romans 3:16, Revelation 9:9-11, John 14:27, Romans 3:18, Psalm 36:1, Proverbs 1:7, Psalm 111:10, 2 Chronicles 19:7, Deuteronomy 10:12, Proverbs 10:27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational