Sermons on Dont Be Deceived:

Christmas Is For Purity Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 15, 2021

Purity is to be prized by categorically every one of God’s children. The last text I read puts it in stark terms: If you don’t prize purity, then you’re not a child of God.

In a California neighborhood in 2009 one resident decorated his lawn with a depiction of Jesus shooting Santa Claus with a double-barrel shotgun. Fox News had reported that Jesus points the weapon at Santa’s dead body while Rudolph lays sprawled across the hood of a pick-up truck. The creator, Ron ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:5, Romans 6:17-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Door Of Disobedience

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Feb 17, 2003

...the devil is still your enemy and is doing everything he can to deceive you, pull you down into his traps of sin, and enslave you.

THE DOOR OF DISOBEDIENCE It is good to be in God’s house during the Christmas Season. Next week, Lord willing, I will bring a message about the birth of Christ. But I am impressed of the Lord to try and finish last weeks message about “lawlessness”, as it relates to God’s Holy Word. This is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:3-13, Revelation 3:20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Life Is A Battlefield

Contributed by Danny Anderson on Oct 27, 2006

Too many Christians believe it’s easier to pay off the bully than learn how to defeat him. Too many don’t even realize we are living on a battlefield not a playground!

Life is a Battlefield Text: Ephesians 6:10-14 Introduction: A man wrote: "There used to be this bully who would demand my lunch money every day. Since I was smaller, I would give it to him. Then I decided to fight back. I started taking karate lessons, but the instructor wanted $5 a lesson. That ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

God's Guidance For The Tragic Times Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 6, 2017

1. Trust God to work in the right way (7:54; 57-58; 8:1,3). 2. Remember that our pain is their gain (7:55-56; 59-60). 3. Don't feel guilty about your grief (8:2). 4. Don't bear your burden alone (8:2). 5. Press on for the cause of Christ (8:4).

God's Guidance for the Tragic Times Acts 7:54-8:4 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Nov. 3, 2013 *The death of a loved one is one of the hardest things we ever have to go through in life. Most of us have already been there, and if we live long enough, all of us will. But through ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Being In Love With One Who Truly Cares! (Psalm 34:1-6) Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 12, 2019

The Psalmist highlights the difference it makes in lives by being in love with the LORD our God who saves us versus lovers of selves who deceive us.

MAKING MUSIC FROM SHARPS AND FLATS IN LIFE Sermons Based on Selected Psalms Psalms Sermon V – Psalm 34:1-6 David the shepherd lad who ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-6

Finishing Strong Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Mar 4, 2019

The enemies tried to deceive and distract Nehemiah, to defame and slander him, to discredit and dishonour him, but Nehemiah stood strong through his prayer and trust in God.

The problems never end for Nehemiah. He faced constant challenges in doing the work of God. • It started with discouraging words of ridicule and intimidation, and then grew into more intense, life-threatening situation that requires them to carry arms. • The problems came from without, and then ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:1-14, Psalm 46:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Counterfeit Repentance

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Oct 29, 2004

You can’t repent too soon, you don’t know how soon it may be too late, repentance not only say l’m sorry but l’m through.

The Bible says, “In His presence is the fullness of joy. When the enemy wants to start to attack us, his first point of call is the heart. When God wants to start moving in our lives too, the first point of call is the heart. Therefore, our serious battlefield is the mind. I would not be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Freed To Be Like Christ Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Mar 6, 2024

Paul defines the freedom we have in Christ, warning the church of the danger to watch out for and the deceivers to guard against, and highlighting the true definition of freedom in Christ.

Gal 5:1-15 FREED TO BE LIKE CHRIST Paul concluded chapter 4 emphasizing the truth that we, as Christians, are no longer living under the slavery to the law. • We are children of the promise, living in the freedom that Christ has obtained for us through the cross. • He uses the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Is America’s End Drawing Near?

Contributed by Jack Woodard on Jul 7, 2011

The similarities between America today and the end days of the nation of Judah, right before they were judged by the Lord, are eerie, and forebode a dark future for America if we don’t see Revival very soon.

TITLE: IS AMERICA’S END RAWING NEAR? TEXT: JEREMIAH 1:1-4; 5:9; 8:20 “The Eerie Similarities Between The End Days of The Nation of Judah and Today in America!” SERMON OUTLINE: Introduction: I. A Nation Divided II. A Nation in Decline III. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 5:9

Denomination: Baptist

Obadiah - The Pride Of Your Heart Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Mar 11, 2013

Don't let pride blinds you to the need of God and the needs of others. Be humble and faithful. We need God's grace and mercy. As we are led by God, let us do the will of God and be instruments of blessings for others.

Obadiah reveals God’s stern words to Edom, a nation South of Judah. • The Edomites were the descendants of Esau, the brother of Jacob. Esau and Jacob are the twin sons of Isaac. • Remember, Jacob cheated his brother for the father’s blessing? The two brothers were in ...read more

Scripture: Obadiah 1:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Miracles Pointing To God?

Contributed by Jesse Bennett on Apr 18, 2009

Jesus did not come to perform miracles,Jesus came to save souls.What we need to do is move beyond miracles and on to JESUS I believe in miracles but I don’t trust in miracles, trust in JESUS

Miracles pointing to God?. Jesse Bennett John 4:46-50 Jesus did not come to perform miracles/// Jesus came to save souls What we need to do is move beyond miracles ///and on to JESUS I believe in miracles but /// I don’t trust in miracles /// I trust in JESUS Jesus turned water into wine in ...read more

Scripture: John 4:46-53

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Communication Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Jun 23, 2024

Communication has a powerful influence on behavior and character. In 1 Corinthians 15:33, Paul warns, be not deceived: evil communications corrupt good manners

Communication is a cornerstone of human interactions, shaping societies, fostering relationships, and bridging diverse communities. While the Bible may not explore modern communication technologies and platforms, it offers profound insights into the principles and consequences of how we convey our ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:6, Proverbs 15:1-2, Ephesians 4:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Don't Walk Out Of Church Doing Nothing With What You Heard Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Jul 6, 2021

Be a doer of the Word of God and you will not be deceived plus you will be blessed beyond your own efforts. You cannot out do God! Amen.

INTRODUCTION: Last week, we talked about a falling away from the faith that must occur before the end comes. This falling away is going to be the result of deception that will blanket this world. The Scripture is quite clear: 2 Thessalonians 2:3 3 Let no man deceive you by any means: for that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:3

Denomination: Baptist

The Salvation Of The Soul

Contributed by Mark Baker on Apr 25, 2007

I believe by and large Christians don’t have total understanding of what it means for our soul to prosper. Many people say the spirit and the soul are the same thing, however the Word of God differentiates them...

-- American Standard 3 John 1:2 Beloved, I pray that in all things thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth. -- Darby’s Bible 3 John 1:2 Beloved, I desire that in all things thou shouldest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospers. I have been meditating on ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Taking The Right Road To Peace.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Dec 16, 2022

“If I must choose between righteousness and peace, I choose righteousness.” The good news is that you don’t have to choose, because righteousness and peace always travel together! Righteousness produces peace.

Taking The Right Road To Peace. Isaiah 32:17–18 Theodore Roosevelt said, “If I must choose between righteousness and peace, I choose righteousness.” The good news is that you don’t have to choose, because righteousness and peace always travel together! Righteousness produces peace. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 32:17-18, 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Pentecostal