Sermons on Deviated From The Truth:

The Truth Series

Contributed by Wilma De Waal on Feb 23, 2016

What is complete freedom?

John 8:32 And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” We begin today our new series: I am free. Many times we wonder: How is it that bad things happen to good people? Why does it feel as if our life is much worse, after we have given our lives to Jesus? Why are the ...read more

Scripture: John 8:32

Denomination: *other

Truth Series

Contributed by Greg Lindsey on Mar 15, 2020

When it comes to stewardship, giving, generosity, our finances, our money it really isn't truth or dare with God it's truth and dare.

So, we are kicking off a brand new series today called Truth or Dare, which I would venture to guess stirs up a little something in most of us sitting here today. I understand that there was a horror movie that came out in the past few years that had that title. Maybe some of us are thinking ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Speaking The Truth

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jan 1, 2004

The Bible is replete with directions about verbalizing truth, but it seems that many people are afraid of being accused of talking to themselves.There are numerous benefits that come from speaking the truth out loud that need to be considered and applied

Speaking the Truth - Eph. 4:15 Illustration: It is good to speak the truth out loud, even if it may be a bit late. My son Zachary, 4, came screaming out of the bathroom to tell me he’d dropped his toothbrush in the toilet. So I fished it out and threw it in the garbage. Zachary stood there ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Truth Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

The importance of building our lives on the truth of God's Word, which provides a solid foundation for our faith and helps us withstand the storms of life.

Today, we're going to talk about building our lives on a solid foundation. You know when you're playing Jenga, and you want to make sure the tower doesn't fall over? Well, our lives are kind of like that tower, and we need to make sure we're building on something strong and steady. Jesus talked ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Topics: Biblical Truths, Spiritual Growth, Divine Guidance, Faith Building

From Sacrifices To Stones

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 15, 2013

"Some days you're the windshield. Some days you're the bug." - Unknown

“Celebrity nowadays is so fleeting.” Aubrey O'Day Indeed, in life there are many one hit wonders in every career field. In the military, we said that one “Aww, Nuts!” wiped out ten “Atta Boys!” You can be the fair haired boy on the fast track one day and a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:18-19, Acts 16:16

Denomination: Baptist

An Inconvenient Truth

Contributed by Eric Ferguson on May 16, 2008

Many Christians don’t like to hear the word "Servant" or "Servanthood" because it implies a less than attractive feature of God’s kingdom. Yet it is the very essence that draws true power from a mighty God.

OPENER: Object Lesson: Usefulness of the Broom Hold a broom up for all to see. Rather than beginning to sweep up themes, take out one strand of the broom and start to clean up the mess. It will only take seconds before they realize you need to use the whole broom or it will take you too long to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Truth Or Consequences

Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Jun 28, 2007

Jesus said “No one comes to the Father except by me.” It is clear then that not all religions are equal; that not all religions are true; and that not all religions lead us to God. Those that reject Christ lead us away from him.

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, Lord, my rock and my redeemer. Amen. (Psalm 19:14) In our pluralistic society today, we often hear people say that what someone believes in isn’t as ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:23-29

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Fight For Truth Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 18, 2008

In the Army of the Lord, we are to defend the truth of the Gospel. Jude tells us to Stand Firm, Defend, Build Up, Pray, Seek Jesus, Stay Close, Stay Focused, Remain Strong, Help Others and Rescue them from judgment.

‘Fight for Truth’ The message from Jude is still prevalent today. We must defend the truth of the Gospel. We are to stand firm in our faith and build each other up in it. Basic Outline: In Jude, in vs 3, we must be defenders of the faith. Standing firm in what the bible says, with the ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:3-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Truth In The Psalms Stemming From The Third Epistle Of John To Gaius About Truth

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jan 25, 2024

The Apostle John featured TRUTH often in his writing and in his letter to Gaius (3John). This time we look at TRUTH as it is revealed in the Psalms. Walking in truth is what Gaius did and what God requires. The Psalms teach about truth.

TRUTH IN THE PSALMS STEMMING FROM THE THIRD EPISTLE OF JOHN TO GAIUS ABOUT TRUTH This message/study is in conjunction with 3John and walking in truth. That one is found here - ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 59:14-15, John 14:6, John 8:44, Psalm 15:1-2, Romans 3:10-11, Psalm 25:4-5, Psalm 119:160, John 17:17, Psalm 26:2-3, Psalm 26:4-5, Psalm 40:11, Psalm 40:9-11, Psalm 43:3, Psalm 51:6, Psalm 85:10-11, Psalm 86:11, Psalm 119:142, Psalm 132:11, Zechariah 14:9, Psalm 138:2, Psalm 145:18-19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Of The Truth?

Contributed by Reggie Corfield on Nov 22, 2024

Truth is the very character and essence of God which makes him trustworthy. The word of God and the incarnate word of God (Jesus) is truth. Truth is absolute and timeless. We cannot bend or twist the truth. It does not change from time to time to fit the circumstances.

When Jesus stood before Pilate, one of the questions Pilate asked was: ““Are you a king, then!” Jesus answered, “You say that I am a king. In fact, the reason I was born and came into the world is to testify to the truth. Everyone on the side of truth listens to me.” And then in the next verse, ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12-19, John 14:6, John 18:33-39

Denomination: Anglican

Prevailing In Truth Series

Contributed by Kent Kessler on Aug 30, 2007

This spiritual warfare series handles the topic in a different way: using Paul’s teaching on each piece of the armor from the previous chapters helps us to see the meaning of this war--less about attacking Satan and more about pursuing God! Truth is the f

“I Will Prevail!” Spiritual Warfare Series Ephesians 6:10-18 “I Will Prevail In Truth” I have found that spiritual warfare is less about naming demons and more about living a life totally drenched in the desire to follow Jesus Christ! A life that is right with God is what threatens the enemy ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:10-18

Denomination: Methodist

What Is Truth?

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Apr 15, 2021

Fact-checking rates claims as true or false. Someone cannot determine what is true unless they claim to hold the keys to truth. Civil unrest often stems from a clash of truths. It's important to know the "real" source of truth.

I’ve entitled our message this morning, “What Is Truth?” based on a question posed by Pontius Pilate toward the end of our text. In the Merriam-Webster Dictionary, “truth” is defined as, “the body of real things, events, and facts.” It is also defined as “a transcendent fundamental or spiritual ...read more

Scripture: John 18:33-38

Denomination: Baptist

Truth Or Tradition? Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Aug 30, 2007

Guess who’s come for a visit? It’s the big whigs from denominational headquarters. Isn’t it sad that Jesus had more problems w/ the religious than the lost? They made it all an outward matter and not an inward experience. Link inc. to text, audio, and Ppt

Truth or Tradition? Matthew 15:1-20 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/TruthOrTradition.html Guess who popped in for a visit? It’s the scribes and Pharisees … the big whigs from denominational headquarters in Jerusalem. They are likely part of the Sanhedrin, the heavy hitters if you will. They have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Word Of Truth

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jan 1, 2023

In today’s passage in James 1:19-26 we are going to learn that for religion to be pure and faultless it be based on listening and obeying the word which means keeping a tight reign on one’s tongue, taking care of the widows and orphans and to keep from being polluted by the world.

The Word of Truth James 1:19-26 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Does your form of religion get you closer to God? Are the externals of your faith such as going to church regularly, almsgiving, prayer, fasting, reading God’s word, and singing a true reflection of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Truth About Humanity

Contributed by Jim Kane on Mar 10, 2002

’Are you ready to be free from the inside out?’

At about eleven o’clock on a Saturday night, as many people were preparing to turn out the lights, the lights of a particular community went out all by themselves. Air conditioners were without power. It seemed strange that this would happen on a night when there were no storms in the area. People ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6, Genesis 3:1-5

Denomination: Church Of God