Sermons on Errant Religion:

Other Sheep Series

Contributed by Tim White on Feb 27, 2012

When the disciples were disturbed about the other work going on outside their group, Jesus set them straight.

Other Sheep Mark 9:38-41 There is a difference in having a lot of Churches and making an impact for Christ. There are just over 20 Major religions in the world and Christianity is one of them. Each religion has multiple, sometimes tens of thousands of, denominations. A denomination is defined as a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-41

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons In Apologetics #7: Panentheism

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Jun 22, 2011

Lessons In Apologetics #7: Panentheism

The next worldview examined by Geisler in "Christian Apologetics" is Panentheism. Whereas Deism postulated a God detached from His creation for the sake of transcendence and Pantheism claims that God and the world are coterminous for the sake of immanence, Panentheism attempts to conceptualize a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

All Roads Lead To God?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 24, 2012

The road you are on will get you to God, but will you enjoy the meeting?

Eccl 12:7 Then shall the dust return to the earth as it was: and the spirit shall return unto God who gave it. KJV Many years ago I was having a discussion with my supervisor during naval reserve training. I was still a young Christian and he wanted me to donate to a cause for children sponsored ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:7

Denomination: Baptist

Temple Theology Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 3, 2016

The way that the temple was used in redemptive history is a reminder of how easy it is for religion to become hollow, or for ritual to rplece a relationship with God.

You can listen to the full message here:- http://www.nec.org.au/listen-to-a-sermon-series/kings-series/ Message 1 Kings 8:22-53 “Temple Theology” How important is the temple in the life of the Israelites? We need to realise that Tabernacle (portable) = Temple (permanent) Expand Reminder of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 8:22-53

Denomination: Baptist

For God And Country

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Oct 29, 2017

When his enemies sought to trap him, Jesus showed his followers, including us, a balanced allegiance to earthly authorities and to our ultimate Heavenly Authority. We give back to Caesar what is Caesar's, and we give back to God...our very selves!

Matthew 22:15-22 For God and Country My sermon title today comes from the Army chaplain motto: “Pro Deo et patria,” “For God and country. Politics and religion are the two taboo subjects at any cocktail party, but let’s talk about both today! Dave Barry noted, “People who want to share their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22, Romans 13:1-7, 1 Timothy 2:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Religious–but Lost! Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 30, 2014

What’s wrong with being religious? Nothing, as long as it does not become a substitute for knowing Jesus Christ.

INTRODUCTION You know America loves to take polls and surveys. It seems our nation’s leaders are more in tune with the polls and the surveys than they are in doing what is right and moral and just. Isn’t it interesting though that one recent survey determined 58% of Americans ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

A Warning Against Complacency

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 8, 2019

Woe to them that are at ease in Zion, and trust in the mountain of Samaria.

A WARNING AGAINST COMPLACENCY. Amos 6:1-7. Amos was a farmer from Tekoa, to the south of Jerusalem (Amos 1:1). The LORD called Amos to ‘Go, prophesy to My people Israel’ (Amos 7:15). The prophet’s ministry was thereafter directed mainly to the ten tribes of the northern kingdom of Israel, ...read more

Scripture: Amos 6:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon On Spiritual Awakening

Contributed by William Meakin on Jan 5, 2024

A Spiritual Awakening is reputed to be a profound experience that has often been correlated to a unique interrelation with the Divine, a deeper understanding of the nature of life, or a sense of inner growth and transformation.

Casandra Brené Brown, a female American professor and author once remarked: “Spirituality is recognizing and celebrating that we are all inextricably connected to each other by a power greater than all of us and that our connection to that power and to one another is grounded in love and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1, Revelation 3:2, Isaiah 52:1, 1 Thessalonians 5:6

The Philosophy Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 14, 2021

Unity in diversity. Out of the many, one. A statement on every dollar bill in existence "E pluribus unum." It's the motto on the seal of the United States itself. This is our starting point, because it's important we understand just what we're looking for in a philosophy.

Unity in diversity. Out of the many, one. A statement on every dollar bill in existence "E pluribus unum." It's the motto on the seal of the United States itself. This is our starting point, because it's important we understand just what we're looking for in a philosophy. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:27, Luke 22:46, Luke 15:3-7

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Parable Of The Old Garments And Old Wineskins Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Aug 15, 2024

The Parable of the Old Garments and Old Wineskiins

Dr. Bradford Reaves CrossWay Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org We are continuing on with our study of the parables of Jesus. This fascinating study has discovered some remarkable truths of the Kingdom of God. We've also learned about the significance of adequately ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:33-39

Denomination: Brethren

The Descent Of The West From God: From Theism, Naturalism, To Nihilism And Existentialism

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jul 20, 2022

We see a slide taking place in regard to worldview. For human history some form of religion or deism was the chief worldview

We see a slide taking place in regard to worldview. For human history some form of religion or deism was the chief worldview. Yet over the history of humanity, we see the descent of human worldview, as if one were taking steps down a flight of stairs, from theism, the original underpinnings of ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Salvation Army

Fixing Our Eyes On Jesus Christ. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 2, 2024

In a world where people’s opinions and actions can be unpredictable and hurtful, it’s easy to get distracted and lose focus on what truly matters.

As believers, we must remember to take our eyes off people and keep our eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith. The Bible reminds us in Hebrews 12:2, "Fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2, 2 Corinthians 3:18, John 15:5, Philippians 3:12

Fan Or Follower? Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 17, 2024

This is a study of the gospel of Mark regarding the life of Jesus. It is based on my personal study and research of Scripture and many books and sermons I have read over the years.

GOSPEL OF MARK: GOD’S SERVANT IN ACTION FAN OR FOLLOWER? A. Do you remember when you became a Christian? ILLUSTRATION: I was BAPTIZED just two weeks before my 10th birthday. My Mom had been talking to me about being BAPTIZED ever since a couple of my friends did a few weeks before. I saw ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-22, Mark 10:23-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Priorities Of Jesus And His Family Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Jan 7, 2025

This passage seems to reveal how Mary, Joseph and Jesus prioritized God’s things in their routines, regards (or affections), and relationships.

Today, as we continue our study in the book of Luke, we come to a rather peculiar passage that provides a rare glimpse into Jesus’ childhood. The other gospels vary in how much they share about Jesus before his public ministry begins. Matthew devotes about 48 verses to Jesus’ early years (some of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-52

Denomination: Baptist

Withered

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Oct 31, 2021

A spirit of infirmity is a demonic presence that attaches itself to an individual and causes a seemingly incurable condition.

Withered By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: When we talk of our wellness we are talking about our entire wellbeing, it is more than just our physical health but encompassing our total health. Understand wellness is not only being free of disease, illness, or stress but it involves having ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:10-14

Denomination: Apostolic