Sermons on deception of modern idols: showing 466-480 of 37,681

Deceptive Gold Works Its Penalty – God Is Not Mocked Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 24, 2022

Sin has consequences. It always returns to hurt the sinner. A farmer set out to deceive with gold and over time, became a mental case. We must stand on the ONE solid foundation and contend earnestly for the faith that is under attack. We have a common salvation we must defend vigorously.

DECEPTIVE GOLD WORKS ITS PENALTY – GOD IS NOT MOCKED In 1960 Arnold Long, a missionary to the people of the Australian outback, wrote “The Bushman’s Guide. It contains stories of the outback and of people and was used in outreach. I did meet Arnold once. He was a remarkable man. This is one ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:13, 1 Timothy 1:9-11, 1 Timothy 1:10, 1 Corinthians 6:9-11, Jude 1:3, 2 Timothy 2:15, Philippians 2:27, Exodus 17:8-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God’s Judgment On Deceptive Owners, Agents, And Builders. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 7, 2024

Today, we address a critical issue is deception in real estate.

Today, we address a critical issue is deception in real estate. Evil owners, agents, and builders who hide secrets and mislead buyers or tenants will face God's judgment. God Abhors Deception "The Lord detests dishonest scales, but accurate weights find favor with him." (Proverbs ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:19, Leviticus 19:11, Psalm 101:7

Glorifying God

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 23, 2011

The Christian and food offered to idols. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Ill: • The great composer Johann Sebastian Bach said, always headed his compositions “J.J.” • The letters stood for “Jesus Juva” which means “Jesus Help Me.” • He ended them “S.D.G.” the letters stood for “Soli Dei Gratia” • Which means “to God alone be the praise.” • That would suggest to ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

Demon Worship

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jul 18, 2011

Exposition of 1 Corinthians 10 regarding refraining from idolatry.

Text: 1 Cor 10:14-22, Title: Demon Worship, Date/Place: NRBC, 7/17/11, AM A. Opening illustration: the witch in Maine who was working against us, team from SC that found her B. Background to passage: Paul is closing off his argument that he has been making since 8:1 regarding the practice of eating ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:14-22

Denomination: Baptist

Fig Leaf Fashions

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Dec 8, 2011

A sermon about the futility of trying to cover our sins by human effort.

Fig Leaf Fashions Genesis 3:1-21 Scripture Reading (6-7) I. The Cause for the Fig Leaf Fashions v. 1-7a A. The serpent scheming Let's start with some background. Adam and Eve are living in the Garden of Eden, Paradise. In Chapter 2:16,17 God has given them a simple instruction. Whenever I ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Genesis 35, The Journey Continues, Jacob. Burying Idols And Sin. Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Jul 8, 2024

A journey through Jacob's return to Bethal and all that involved.

A reminder of where we were before Cafe church last week, Jacob had finally in his middle years be reconciled with his older twin Esau who we read he had swindled out of his inheritance in Genesis 33. He then realised where he stood with God and set up an alter to his God. The theme or key point of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:11-13

Denomination: Salvation Army

Prophecy Panic

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 9, 2021

Jesus often did not answer questions, but replied with more important comments. What’s the purpose of Jesus’ prophecy in Mark 13? Let’s discuss Jesus’ non-sequitur answer to his disciples’ question about when these things will be in Mark 13:1-8.

Prelude Jesus would have frustrated modern reporters. He often did not answer questions, but replied with more important comments. Purpose: What’s the purpose of Jesus’ prophecy in Mark 13? Plan: Let’s discuss Jesus’ non-sequitur answer to his disciples’ question about when these things will be in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Spiritual Amnesia Leads To Apostasy

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 10, 2023

The title of this sermon may not make a bit of sense…but it is my sincere prayer before I complete this sermon it will make sense and you will understand the seriousness of SPIRITUAL AMNESIA THAT LEADS TO APOSTASY.

I want to show you two things about AMNESIA AND APOSTASY. First, let us look at… I. AMNESIA WHAT IS AMNESIA? When a person has amnesia they forget some very important things in their life, such as… • They forget who their loved ones are...ISN’T THAT SAD! • Where they live… ISN’T THAT SAD! ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

Old Prophet

Contributed by Samuel M on Jul 8, 2023

The old prophet dwelt in Bethel, which means the House of God. The old prophet made a living in Bethel. The old prophet lived near Jeroboam yet did not have a message or word from God.

Now an old prophet dwelt in Bethel, and his sons came and told him all the works that the man of God had done that day in Bethel; they also told their father the words which he had spoken to the king. 1 Kings 13:11 The old prophet dwelt in Bethel, which means the House of God. The old prophet made ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 13:16

Sermon On A Wolf In Sheep's Clothing

Contributed by William Meakin on Aug 31, 2020

The prospect of affluence

Abraham Lincoln once stated: “The shepherd drives the wolf from the sheep’s throat, for which the sheep thanks the shepherd as his liberator, while the wolf denounces him for the same act as the destroyer of liberty. Plainly the sheep and the wolf are not agreed upon a definition of liberty.” ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:13-15, Matthew 10:16

Where Is The Promise? Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Jul 24, 2021

Today, we want to look at the scoffer. The word "scoffer" is not a word that we use in our everyday language, so let me tell you what it means. It refers to a person who will mock you; make fun of you or what you believe.

Introduction: The last time that I was in this podium, I spoke about how deception does not just stay static; it develops a life of its own and that life cycle takes it from bad to worse. For example, deception may lead a person to sin, but the usual response is that a person experiences remorse ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

There Is A Way

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 7, 2022

What seems right is not always right

Illus: After a long illness, a woman died and arrived at the Gates of Heaven. When Saint Peter came by, the woman said to him "This is such a wonderful place! How do I get in?" "You have to spell a word,” Saint Peter told her. "Which word?" the woman asked. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:12

Denomination: Baptist

You Too Can Be Deceived

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Jun 8, 2005

None of us is immune to spiritual deception, and the Word is full of warnings about deception

You, Too Can Be Deceived TCF Sermon June 5, 2005 As a preacher, or really any kind of public speaker, you’re always thinking of a really good start for your message. That opening that will captivate your audience, and hopefully disarm them, and eventually begin to draw them in to listen with some ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Splash Felt Around The World - An Allegorical Fish Story

Contributed by Preacher Fo Real on Dec 15, 2008

A story with a spiritual meaning.

Chapter 1: Trip to Ascertain Bend Jackie and his brother, Stephen, had grown up fishing in the various creeks, ponds, and lakes that populates the Bibb and Perry county area. While growing up in Marion, they fished at Shady Grove Lake in Bibb County with their father and grandfather. Now grown, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:6

Denomination: *other

Whatever Happened To Sin?

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Sep 12, 2010

Preachers once preached against sin and God’s people felt the weight of guilt and shame for their sin. In our world today we have a hard time finding someone willing to admit to sinning. The question must be asked “Whatever has happened to sin?”

Whatever Happened to Sin? 1 JOHN 3:1-4 Introduction: President Calvin Coolidge was well-known for being a man of few words, reticent, and straight to the point. There’s a story that after attending church one day, someone apparently asked him what the preacher had preached about. “Sin,” Mr. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist