Sermons on Errant Religion:

Called Into Deeper Waters Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Feb 11, 2019

Called into Deeper Waters Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – February 10, 2019

Called into Deeper Waters Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – February 10, 2019 Intro Do you know what Jesus seemed to confront more than any other aspect of human nature? Religion. Religion can be the greatest barrier to actual relationship with God. Now the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Two Questions That Determine Your Life

Contributed by Cameron Conway on Oct 30, 2018

At some point in our lives each one of us must answer two key and monumental questions., how we answerthese questions will determine not only our natrual lives but so much more.

For more information and other teachings, podcasts, videos, books and study guides visit https://conwaychristianresources.com Your life is made up of a series of questions which have been answered by yourself and those around you. “Should I turn left or should I turn right?” “Do I work here or ...read more

Denomination: Foursquare

The Pharisee’s Encounter With The Saviour: From Religious Ruler To A Righteous Redeemer John 3:1-8

Contributed by Dotun Jegede on Jun 7, 2020

The word "Pharisee" means a separatist in the Hebrew language. The Pharisees were a social movement and a school of thought in the Holy Land during the ... 100 CE), believed by many historians to be a Pharisee, estimated the total Pharisee ...

According to Wikpedia, “The word "Pharisee" means a separatist in the Hebrew language. The Pharisees were a social movement and a school of thought in the Holy Land during the ... 100 CE), believed by many historians to be a Pharisee, estimated the total Pharisee ... According to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:23, Romans 1:29-32, John 3:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Replacements Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Jun 22, 2020

Continuing the series on Romans, we talk about some of the things people use to dilute or replace the simplicity of the Gospel.

The Replacements Romans Series CCCAG June 14th, 2020 Scripture- Romans 2 (Melanie Reading) Good morning everybody. Last week we had a really difficult sermon that looked at that deadly slide that will happen as people turn their backs on genuine faith. If you were not hear, I’d strongly ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Come And Taste What The Water Of Life Can Do

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Mar 6, 2020

Jesus goes on a special mission to the Samaritan adulterous woman.

3.8.2020 John 4:5-26 - Jesus and the Samaritan Woman Come and Taste what the Water of Life Can Do! Today’s Gospel lesson takes us on a small and individual mission of Jesus in Samaria. He was heading from Judea back to Galilee, to try and get away from the Pharisees for a while. But ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Worship And Justice

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on May 28, 2023

We deplore the loss of morality, the loss of civility, the loss of social stability - and yet how many of us recognize that those are only the deeper symptoms of a greater loss, the loss of our sense of accountability before God?

Judah, the Hebrews’ southern kingdom, was big on denial. By 740 BC, when Isaiah began to preach, the brutal and ambitious kingdom of Assyria had amply demonstrated their intentions and abilities. They were bent on conquering Egypt, the prize of the Mediterranean, and had to conquer everything else ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:1-20, Hosea 4:1-6, Amos 5:21-23, 1 John 2:9-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Navigating Our Beliefs Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jul 11, 2023

Navigating Our Beliefs Series: The Deconstruction Zone: Navigating Doubts and Difficulties Brad Bailey - June 25, 2023

Navigating Our Beliefs Series: The Deconstruction Zone: Navigating Doubts and Difficulties Brad Bailey - June 25, 2023 Intro In the late ’90s, Joshua Harris burst on to the Christian scene with a book titled I Kissed Dating Goodbye, a treatise on dating and courtship. The book sold millions and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:52, Matthew 28:16-17, Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Quick, Slow, Slow Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Aug 12, 2024

As James continues to provide wisdom to exiles, he begins to discuss our interactions with other people - especially our reactions.

Today, as we return to our study in the book of James, we are confronted with some helpful and convicting words that relate to how we interact with other people and even respond to sticky situations. Even as he presents this information - James does so with a specific outcome in mind: James ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Day Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 13, 2022

Amos 5:18-27 shows us that nominal religion provides no hope for the present or eternity.

Introduction Commentator Gordon Keddie tells the story of two men who were discussing the whys and wherefores of the biblical “millennium” mentioned in Revelation 20:4. Which of the three classic interpretations of this period was correct? Was it premillennialism, postmillennialism, or ...read more

Scripture: Amos 5:18-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God Will Not Be Managed Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Oct 9, 2022

Inductive sermon looking at Uzzah's fatal touch of the Ark of the Covenant and the issues that led to it.

THE VERY RELATABLE LIFE OF KING DAVID GOD WILL NOT BE MANAGED 2 SAMUEL 6:1-15 #kingdavid INTRODUCTION We are going to read and think about a passage of Scripture that leaves us scratching our heads many times and even after we dig a little and understand a little more, we still don’t like what we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Multi Ethnic Bereavement

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 30, 2017

I wrote this for a counseling class. It contains three parts: 1) Bereavement in religion 2) Bereavement in ethnic groups 3) Applications for pastoral and clinical counselors.

To be used of the Lord to help those grieving is both satisfying and humbling. My personal prayer is that more mourners will be drawn to the gospel of Jesus Christ. The Gospel of Christ is the only thing that can bring true and lasting comfort. Jesus said, “Blessed are those that mourn, for they ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-3, Matthew 5:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Post-Modernism Is Dead, Jesus Is Alive

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 30, 2021

I could never accept the curious suggestion by modern philosophers that the meaning of life breaks down to my own personal preference.

“These are exciting times. When I finished the Epilogue to Darwin on Trial in 1993, I compared evolutionary naturalism to a great battleship afloat on the Ocean of Reality. The ship's sides are heavily armored with philosophical and legal barriers to criticism, and its decks are stacked with ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:8

Denomination: Salvation Army

Which Jesus Do You Follow? Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Mar 4, 2025

There's only one true Jesus, but there are many false concepts of Jesus whom people follow. Do you follow a religious Jesus who requires rituals and works for salvation. Then, think again.

As we mentioned in our bulletin this morning, we begin a new series of messages today entitled "Meet the Real Jesus?' And I'm going to begin this morning by asking each of you here, "Which Jesus do you follow?" Now, yes, I'm anticipating some questions or comments which ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50, Ephesians 2:8-9, John 3:16, Isaiah 64:6, James 2:10, Romans 3:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Bible Church

The Sin Of Unhappiness

Contributed by Charles Payne on Jul 7, 2025

There are sins we readily confess: pride, lust, envy, greed. There are others we justify, excuse, or even cherish. But there is one sin we rarely recognize—the sin of unhappiness.

“The Sin of Unhappiness: When Joy Becomes Our Responsibility” “Because you did not serve the Lord your God with joy and gladness of heart, for the abundance of everything, therefore you shall serve your enemies…” — Deuteronomy 28:47–48 ________________________________________ Introduction: The ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:47-48, Philippians 4:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Warnings Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 5, 2025

God gave warnings to please God by obeying His commandments and teachings.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. The Colossian church had four problems. This chapter addresses the four problems of the church. a. Mystery religions. b. Philosophy. c. Legalism (asceticism) and d. Worship of angels (gnosticism). 2. Why God gives warnings to Christians? a. To correct Christian beliefs and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:3, Colossians 2:17

Denomination: Baptist