Sermons on Error Of Balaam:

Keep Christ In Christmas

Contributed by Richard White on Dec 17, 2011

We have many traditions celebrated during Christmas, where did they come from? Are they scriptual? In this sermon we discuss the Star, the Magi, and the Christmas tree, but they are nothing without Christ, Keep Christ in Christmas

Keep Christ in Christmas Matthew 2:1-12 There are many traditions related to Christmas time. Some are Bible based and some are not. Last week we discussed the origins of the date, and of Santa Claus, today I wish to discuss The Star, The Magi, and the Christmas Tree. 1. The Star: a. Some think ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

King For A Day

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on May 30, 2009

Could it be that many who followed Jesus into Jerusalem turned away from him when they realized Jesus was not going to overthrow the government? Do we seek our own selfish agenda through Christ or is He truly our King?

King for a Day Luke 19:28-48 The word Hosanna is a Greek word which is translated from the Hebrew word hoshiiah na which means save now. A few weeks ago we learned Jesus was called Yeshua Hamashia or Jesus the Messiah. Today we celebrate and remember how Jesus was King for a Day as he rode into ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-48

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Choose Your Direction Series

Contributed by Bong Baylon on Feb 11, 2009

Our greatest problem in the church is not money or resources but our commitment to our mission, which is often compromised by our desire to be popular and acceptable to as many people as possible.

Our Last Mail “Choose Your Direction” Revelation 2:12-3:6 ARE YOU GOING NORTH OR SOUTH? Six Characteristics of South-bound Churches 1. The Church in Pergamum a. Strong in PERSEVERANCE Revelation 2:12-13 12 "To the angel of the church in Pergamum write: These are the words of him who has the sharp, ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Micah - Judgment Now, Blessing (6:1-7:20) Part 3 Of 3 Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Oct 26, 2009

This is the third of three lessons in our survey of the book of Micah... a. Micah was a prophet of God, a contemporary of Isaiah (ca. 735-700 B.C.) b. His prophecies were directed to both Israel and Judah, though mostly to the

"STUDIES IN THE MINOR PROPHETS" Micah - Judgment Now, Blessings Later (6:1-7:20) INTRODUCTION 1. This is the third of three lessons in our survey of the book of Micah... a. Micah was a prophet of God, a contemporary of Isaiah (ca. 735-700 B.C.) b. His prophecies were ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:7

Denomination: Baptist

Limiting God Series

Contributed by Ben Thomas on Nov 7, 2008

God is not limited, but we can limit God in our life. Our response to the voice of God become a limitation for God to fulfill the perfect plan about our life.

You can limit God. 2 Kings 13:14-21 (AMP) 14 Now Elisha [previously] had become ill of the illness of which he died. And Jehoash king of Israel came down to him and wept over him and said, O my father, my father, the chariot of Israel and the horsemen of it! 15 And Elisha said to him, Take bow ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 13:14-21

Denomination: Church Of God

7 Things That We Should Not Love

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on May 2, 2020

WE SHOULD NOT LOVE 1. OURSELVES SELFISHLY. 2. ANYBODY MORE THAN JESUS INCLUDING OUR FAMILY. 3. MONEY. 4. THE WORLD 5. DO GOOD DEEDS OR PRAY TO BE SEEN BY MEN. 6. PROMINENCE BEFORE MEN. 7. HONOUR OF MEN.

7 THINGS THAT WE SHOULD NOT LOVE OUTLINE 1. WE SHOULD NOT LOVE OURSELVES SELFISHLY. 2. WE SHOULD NOT LOVE ANYBODY MORE THAN JESUS INCLUDING OUR FAMILY. 3. WE SHOULD NOT LOVE MONEY. 4. WE SHOULD NOT LOVE THE WORLD OR WORLDLY POSSESSIONS. 5. WE SHOULD NOT DO GOOD DEEDS OR PRAY IN ORDER TO BE ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:26

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Pointing To God

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Aug 27, 2019

In the Bible we see a wonderful example in the Holy Spirit. In the Old Testament He points to God (the Father). In the New Testament He points of Jesus. He never points to Himself. What a beautiful example and source of empowerment He is for us! PTL!!

God Pointing to God Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … John 14:23-24 “Jesus said, ‘If anyone loves Me, he will obey My teaching. My Father will love him, and We will come to him and make our home with him. “He who does not love Me will not obey My teaching. These ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-27, Romans 5:5, 2 Timothy 1:14, Hebrews 10:15, John 15:26, Genesis 1:1-2, 2 Peter 1:20-21, Ephesians 2:8-9, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Conquer Evil With Good (Joshua 13)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 15, 2025

As Israel conquered the land, are we to conquer hearts? Let's begin in Joshua 13.

As an imperfect nation conquered land but still had much that remained, has an imperfect church still many hearts to conquer? What inheritance do we look forward to? Let’s begin in Joshua 13. Was there land to conquer that had been left out of the conquests to date? Now Joshua had reached old ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Smyrna And Pergmos Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jan 26, 2024

To the angel at the church in Smyrna write.....

January 27, 2024 Today we will discuss churches 2 and 3 – Smyrna and Pergamos Smyrna (2:8-11 - shortest message) Smyrna (modern-day Izmir, Turkey) was a Greek city located about 35 miles northwest of Ephesus on a narrow isthmus on the Aegean coast. The City • Had a major seaport and was an ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11, Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Inerrancy Matters

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: A thinking Christian can believe in an inerrant Bible.

Thesis: A thinking Christian can believe in an inerrant Bible. Intro.: 1. Illust. There's an old story about four blind men who were introduced to an elephant for the first time. None of them knew what an elephant looked like. "Ah!" the first one cried out as he grabbed the elephant by the trunk. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Advance Through Arrest Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 28, 2021

Jesus indicates that one of the key ways of getting the Gospel spread would be through the courts. The persecution would lead to opportunities to defend the Gospel before high officials and leaders in high places.

There is a difference between sin and error. It I say 2+2=5 I am in error, but I am not sinning. That is, if my motive is to come to a right answer I am not sinning. If my human fallibility leads me to a wrong answer it is not sin. If I say 2+2=5 in order to confuse a young person so that they ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:9-13

Is There An End Of The Innocence?

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Sep 20, 2001

difference between hidden and willing sins

September 23, 2001 Psalm 19 12 Who can discern his errors? Forgive my hidden faults. 13 Keep your servant also from willful sins; may they not rule over me. Then will I be blameless, innocent of great transgression. In the 1980’s Don Henley sang a song called “the end of the innocence.” ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:12-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Formacion Espiritual

Contributed by Hector Rodriguez on Oct 29, 2001

A spanish study on the need to have a strong and solid foundation, based on the word of God.

Formación Espiritual Nº 4 Pastor: Héctor.M. Rodríguez Introducción Hoy estaremos estudiando los puntos más sobresalientes de la doctrina, como lo comentamos la semana pasada. Estos puntos son para que usted forme un fundamento en su caminar con Dios. Como dijimos la semana pasada en el ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:2, Genesis 1:1-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Immoralaphobia

Contributed by Rolland Bouchard on Oct 7, 2002

This is a look at the world’s view of immorality, and our response. I pull no punches in this sermon! I tell it like it is.

IMMORALAPHOBIA October 6th,2002 AIM: To encourage the congregation to flee from immorality just as lot did. OPEN: a) Welcome and announcements. b) Directions…compass illusion c) The world wants us to go one way when God is calling us another way. d) Today we are going to be looking at ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Nativity Story: The Hope Of The Wise Men

Contributed by C. Raymond Van Pletsen on Oct 30, 2006

The Magi followed the directions of God’s Word to Jesus and submitted to Him as their King. We should follow in their footsteps!

THE HOPE OF THE WISE MEN Matthew 2:1-12 The Main Idea The Magi followed the directions of God’s Word to Jesus and submitted to Him as their King. We should follow in their footsteps! Outline GOD IS THE SOURCE OF HOPE The Magi were looking forward to the coming of the King of the Jews ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ