Sermons on Deceptive Appearance:

We Must Eat Locusts And Wild Honey To Please God - John The Baptist Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 6, 2022

John makes an appearance in the Gospels of Matthew and John, and then passes from the scene after his execution. His life and testimony are powerful lessons for all of us. What can we learn?

CHARACTERS OF JOHN’S GOSPEL – JOHN THE BAPTIST Message:- WE MUST EAT LOCUSTS AND WILD HONEY TO PLEASE GOD PART 1: THE PERSON AND CHARACTER OF JOHN THE BAPTISER We will look at the life of this man who stands out in his generation. He makes an appearance in the Gospels of Matthew and John, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:28, Matthew 3:1-15, John 3:30, Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Arise And Shine Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jun 28, 2021

Advent is a celebration of hope concerning the arrival and appearing of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. This message looks at some of the symbolism and prophecies related to Advent. This sermon can also be used for Epiphany.

We just lit the second Advent candle; and so, this morning, I want to take some time to discuss in detail what the season of Advent is all about. But allow me to first begin with an illustration from the Vietnam War era, which was around the 1960’s. This illustration is from someone who was ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Facing The Storm Of Fear

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 9, 2021

In 1999, Hurricane Floyd appeared on the radar screen as it approached the shores of Florida. Governor Jeb Bush described it as a “Monster of a storm”, that was coming in their direction, and they really did not know how to deal with it.

One of the things that made this such a dreadful storm was that it had strong winds, and it was over three hundred miles wide. Florida was blessed, because it came up to the coast line and made a turn. When South Carolina was told to “Watch out”, because the storm was heading in their direction, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:45-51

Denomination: Baptist

Transformed By Truth: A King And Priest Forever Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 28, 2024

Melchizedek appears only briefly in Genesis but plays a critical role in the story of faith. In Melchizedek, we see a symbol of Jesus Christ, who is our ultimate King and eternal High Priest.

Transformed by Truth: A King and Priest Forever Genesis 14:18-20 (NLT): “And Melchizedek, the king of Salem and a priest of God Most High, brought Abram some bread and wine. Melchizedek blessed Abram with this blessing: ‘Blessed be Abram by God Most High, Creator of heaven and earth. And blessed ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 14:18-20, Psalm 110:4, Hebrews 7:17, Psalm 103:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Birth Of Jesus Foretold Series

Contributed by Jaeyoun Chang on Nov 29, 2025

Today’s text is about the angel Gabriel visiting Mary, greeting her, and foretelling the birth of Christ. The angel Gabriel appeared to Mary and announced God's grace to her.

I. Greetings from the Angel Gabriel (vv. 26-30) In the sixth month, the angel Gabriel was sent by God to a town in Galilee called Nazareth (v. 26). The sixth month is from the time when the angel Gabriel announced to Elizabeth that she would have a son, that is, in the sixth month after Elizabeth ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Is Your Name

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Sep 23, 2005

Who of us have never known an experience that we’d sooner forget; an experience of theft or maybe deception; or recounting those times when we were selfishly motivated, yielding to sin’s tempting tug and losing to its hold and persuasion.

The unknown author of the following story captures the value of a name. “After the American Civil War the managers of the infamous Louisiana Lottery approached Robert E. Lee and asked if he’d let them use his name in their scheme. They promised that if he did he would become rich. Astounded, Lee ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:22-32

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Lord Speaks The Believers Listens

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 5, 2015

To show that when the LORD GOD speaks and He always speaks, we listen and we are doers of His WORDS not hearers only. James 1:22 But be doers of the Word [obey the message], and not merely listeners to it, betraying yourselves [into deception by reasoni

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a listening disciple? Yes. Isaiah 50:4 Isaiah 50:4 [The Servant of God says] The Lord God has given Me the tongue of a disciple and of one who is taught, that I should know how to speak a word in season to him who is weary. He wakens Me morning by morning, He wakens My ear ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 20:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Peace And Safety-October 2025

Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Oct 15, 2025

This sermon if from my book, "The Narrow Road", (Amazon) and warns against the danger of false peace, emphasizing that true peace is found only in Jesus Christ and warns of deceptive security that lead to sudden destruction and calls for spiritual vigilance.

“Peace and Safety” 1 Thessalonians 5:3 (KJV) “For when they shall say, Peace and safety; then sudden destruction cometh upon them, as travail upon a woman with child; and they shall not escape.” I. INTRODUCTION — The Illusion of Peace Imagine a city going about its daily life—markets open, music ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:3, Isaiah 48:22, Jeremiah 6:14, John 14:27, Amos 6:1-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Ready, Set, Grow!

Contributed by David Nolte on Mar 22, 2021

It is normal for living things to grow.

It is normal for living things to grow. • We plant seeds and expect plants to spring up and grow, producing fruit, nuts, vegetables, herbs, grains, lawns or flowers. • We have children and, though sometimes it seems it happens too quickly, they grow and become independent of the old folks. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16, 1 Peter 2:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pretrib Rapture & Matthew 24

Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 4, 2024

A church member wrote asking about Matthew 24 – if the “rapture” is the same as the 2nd Coming. The 2nd Coming has two parts – the Rapture and 7 years later, the Visible Appearing of Christ to defeat the Antichrist and set up Millennial Kingdom.

PRETRIB RAPTURE & MATTHEW 24 Mt. 24-25 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A little 6 yr. old girl, Emily, complained, "Mother, I've got a stomach ache." She replied, "That's because your stomach is empty; you’d feel better if you had something in it." 2. That afternoon, ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Judas The Betrayer (Part One)

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Apr 11, 2021

Whenever there's a list of the Apostles, he always appears last and his name is followed by, "the betrayer" or something similar. Let's take a look at the one who is known for betraying Jesus.

JUDAS, THE BETRAYER (part one) One of the questions in Sunday School last week had to do with Judas and the storms he was facing. That generated some good discussion so I decided to make him the focus of the sermon today and next Sunday. Whenever there's a list of the Apostles, he always ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1, Isaiah 5:20, Matthew 26:10-16, John 6:70-71, Matthew 26:20-25, John 13:27, Matthew 26:47-50, Proverbs 26:24-26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Walk With Him

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Dec 1, 2006

Paul had never been to Colosse, but was hearing some strange reports of deception. In the NIV version of chapter 2, verse 1 Paul said that he was “struggling” for them. They were doing something wrong, and Paul was responsible for them even though he had

WALK WITH HIM <Power Point presentation available upon request> The book of Colossians was written by the Apostle Paul, to the church in Colosse. This was a little different church than the norm. They were having problems with staying on track with serving God. Paul had never been to Colosse, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:4-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

We're All Broken Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Nov 21, 2011

The human mind is self-rationalizing and self-deceptive. Without a guide, we have no idea what is right and good. God's Word offers that guide but it's more than just reading a guidebook and determining to do better. We need to come to grips with the brok

Today we are going look at just three verses. Normally these verses might be couched in terms of “this is really bad stuff—this is sin—don’t do it!” While that is true, I want to handle these verses a little differently. Firstly, remember that these words are written ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:19-22

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

We All Have A Second (Or A Third . . . Or Fourth) Chance

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Apr 30, 2019

Jesus gives us lots of opportunities to join him

John 21:1-19 This story of the final appearance of Jesus to his disciples took place a couple weeks after Easter; the disciples seemed at wit’s end… Jesus has died, they were not really sure about the resurrection (even though they have seen the risen Christ once or twice). But they were still ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: Episcopal

The Rapture – Fear Or Encouragement?

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 21, 2025

The rapture should not bring fear but joy and anticipation for believers. If we are living right, we have nothing to fear. Instead, we should encourage one another and look forward to Christ’s return with hope and readiness.

THE RAPTURE – FEAR OR ENCOURAGEMENT? By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18 Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 15:51-52, Matthew 25:1-13, John 14:1-3 INTRODUCTION: The doctrine of the rapture is a central teaching in Christian eschatology, signifying the moment when Christ will ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God