Sermons on Ecumenical Religion:

The Wolves Close In Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Aug 28, 2016

To hear animal rights people tell it, wolves are the most lovable creatures there are. But really, wolves are vicious, bloodthirsty killers. In Acts 15:1-2, spiritual wolves arrive to counter Paul’s teaching of salvation by grace alone through faith alone

The Wolves Close In Series: Acts Chuck Sligh August 28, 2016 TEXT: Acts 15:1-2 – “And certain men which came down from Judaea taught the brethren, and said, Except ye be circumcised after the manner of Moses, ye cannot be saved. 2 When therefore Paul and Barnabas had no small ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirit Of Sports

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 5, 2021

The spirit of sports plays a greater role in the Bible than most of us see. We will study how Paul uses sport terms to teach Christian lessons.

Back in the days of depression the mighty Babe Ruth was asked to take a salary cut for the first time in his career. He didn't go for it, but insisted on his customary $80,000 contract. "But Babe," protested an official of the Yankee Ball Club, "These are trying times. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Legalism Versus Love

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 13, 2021

We are in a world of great religious competition. We will all tend to follow one of these two strategies: The legalistic or the loving, the rule book power, or relationship power.

We live in a world where competition is a master motive. When the news reach Russia in 1945 that the United States dropped an atomic bomb on Hiroshima, Stalin ordered secret scientists to find a way to catch up to the U.S. Andrei Sakharov was only 24 years old then, but his brilliant mind was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:20

Legalism Versus Love Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 17, 2021

We are in a world of great religious competition. We will all tend to follow one of these two strategies: The legalistic or the loving, the rule book power, or relationship power.

We live in a world where competition is a master motive. When the news reach Russia in 1945 that the United States dropped an atomic bomb on Hiroshima, Stalin ordered secret scientists to find a way to catch up to the U.S. Andrei Sakharov was only 24 years old then, but his brilliant mind was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:20

The Law Of Faith Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Dec 15, 2015

The difference between salvation by faith in the law and salvation by the law of faith is the difference between “do” and “done”

In his book, Fully Alive, Christian comedian Ken Davis recounted an incident from his college days. His class had been asked to deliver a persuasive speech in which they would be graded on creativity, persuasiveness and the ability to drive home their point in a memorable way. The title of his ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:27-31

Denomination: Baptist

Sharing New Life Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jul 11, 2023

Sharing New Life Series: Jesus ...Changes Everything (Colossians) Brad Bailey – June18, 2023

Sharing New Life Series: Jesus ...Changes Everything (Colossians) Brad Bailey – June18, 2023 Intro – Today… we are concluding our series drawing from the Biblical Book of Colossians. We will engage just a few verses from the final chapter of this book. But to appreciate the big picture…let me ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-2, Colossians 1:6, Colossians 1:13-15, Colossians 4:2-6, John 5:17, 1 Corinthians 9:19-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Jesus Is Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 27, 2023

Make sure Jesus is preeminent in your life, not just prominent.

Who Jesus Is John 14:1-6; Colossians 1:15-17 Rev. Brian Bill September 23-24, 2023 Many years ago, an article appeared in the Washington Post about a new church in the state of Maryland. Using market research and focus groups, this church designed weekly services which deliberately de-emphasized ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6, Colossians 1:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Is The New Age, New? Series

Contributed by Mark Jackson on Aug 22, 2002

In this sermon you will learn about the background of the New Age Movement and how it began in America. You will also learn three distinct New Age doctrines and what the Bible says about them.

Is The New Age New? Like the cults, the New Age Movement uses terms and phrases that Christians are familiar and comfortable with. Yet, these terms are vastly different in meaning. This is why many Christians are deceived into thinking that the New Age is simply another appeal for world peace. ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Awake, Thou That Sleepest

Contributed by John Wesley on Apr 4, 2006

"Awake, thou that sleepest, and arise from the dead, and Christ shall give thee light." Ephesians 5:14 In discoursing on these words, I shall, with the help of God, -- First. Describe the sleepers, to whom they are spoken: Secondly. Enforce th

I. 1. And first, as to the sleepers here spoken to. By sleep is signified the natural state of man; that deep sleep of the soul, into which the sin of Adam hath cast all who spring from his loins: That supineness, indolence, and stupidity, that insensibility of his real condition, wherein every man ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:14-15

Denomination: Methodist

What Did Jesus Say To George Washington?

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 28, 2003

George Washington’s motto’s were impressed upon Him by the Lord and they were “Deeds, not words”, and “For God and my Country”.

“What Did Jesus Say To George Washington?” Thesis: George Washington’s motto’s were impressed upon Him by the Lord and they were “Deeds, not words”, and “For God and my Country”. Texts: Hebrews 13:7,8 7Remember your leaders, who spoke the word of God to you. Consider the outcome of their way ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:7-8, 1 Timothy 2:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Seven Things God Hates

Contributed by Mario Bruni D. D.. on Mar 31, 2016

Let us consider some Bible passages where the word “hate” is used in connection with God. But before we do that it would be beneficial for us to understand the Biblical meaning of the word hate and how God truly feels concerning this word “hate.”

SEVEN THINGS GOD HATES April 2016 Let us consider some Bible passages where the word “hate” is used in connection with God. But before we do that it would be beneficial for us to understand the Biblical meaning of the word hate and how God truly feels concerning this word ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:16-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Challenge Of Discipleship

Contributed by John White on Aug 6, 2018

The essence of our calling to really follow the Master.

THE CHALLENGE OF DISCIPLESHIP "From that time many of his disciples went back, and walked no rnore with Him. Then said Jesus unto the twelve, Will you also go away? Then Simon Peter answered Him, Lord, to whom shall we go? Thou hast the words of eternal life. And we believe and are sure that thou ...read more

Scripture: John 6:66-69

Denomination: Baptist

We Serve The Same Purpose Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 3, 2014

With Jesus as our leader or 'coach' all believers are called to the SAME team to follow Him. He leads us, but to what? What is the purpose of following Christ? Paul makes that known here in Col 2 and this morning we will see what he means...

Sermon Brief Date Written: Sept 25, 2014 Date Preached: Sept 28, 2014 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: We Serve the SAME God Sermon Title: We Serve the SAME Purpose! Sermon Text: Colossians 2:1-23 [ESV] Introduction: Over the past few weeks we have learned that ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Colossians Chapter 4 Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Feb 23, 2022

A detailed study on each verse in the book of Colossians.

Colossians Chapter 4 v. 1 Masters, give unto your servants that which is just and equal; knowing that ye also have a Master in heaven. v. 1 Masters, [on your part] deal with your slaves justly and fairly, knowing that you also have a Master in heaven. A. Masters, give unto your servants: 1. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Gog/Magog Prophecy Revealed

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Nov 14, 2022

Who is this Gog and Magog Ezekiel tells us about? And when will they invade Israel? The answer lies in Scripture. But we must be careful not to assume anything by our own understanding. We need God to show us the truth of this prophecy. Which I believe He has done today.

Ever since Russia made its invasion of the Ukraine, pastors, preachers and evangelists all over the world have been quick to get on their proverbial "soap box" and claim that this is the fulfillment of the prophecy found in Ezekiel 38. And for a time, I also believed this was the prophecy ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 38:1-23

Denomination: Pentecostal