Sermons on Exodus 20:1-7:

The Object Of My Affection Series

Contributed by Dan Jackson on Jul 9, 2005

We substitute many things for the worship of the one true God. Idols never satisfy, but we still craft with our hands things that we hope will satisfy the longing of our hearts.

“THE OBJECT OF MY AFFECTION” (Exodus 20:4-6) You hear a word like the second commandment, and think “C’mon preacher, this is twentieth century America. We don’t have totem poles and fetishes here. Be relevant.” Did you see the comedy film, Cool Runnings? It’s about the first Jamaican bobsled team ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:4-6

What's In A Name? Series

Contributed by Dan Jackson on Jul 11, 2005

The word vanity, used often in the Old Testament, means “to empty of con-tent, to make irrelevant.” That’s what the The third commandment is about emptying God’s name of significance; making it irrelevant; identifying God as something He is not.

“WHAT’S IN A NAME?” (Exodus 20:7) I played in a golf tournament the other day. I was in a foursome with three men whom I had never met. (The tournament format required that we be paired together because we all had similar handicaps. I didn’t know these guys because I make it a practice to never ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7

Putting God First Series

Contributed by Keith Walker on May 19, 2004

The first in a series on the Ten Commandments building from a series done by Rick Warren. Presents the foundation for a good family and the formula for a good family.

INTRODUCTION Parrot story – A woman bought a parrot in a pet store. She wanted companionship, someone to talk with. The next day she brought the parrot back and said, “He won’t talk.” The store manager asked, “Does he have a mirror in his cage? Parrots love mirrors.” She bought a mirror and left. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Watch Out For Idols Series

Contributed by Keith Walker on May 19, 2004

Idols come in a variety of forms and will keep us from being delighted by God, delivered by God and being developed by God.

INTRODUCTION I want to conduct a little quiz this morning. I want you to raise your hand if you know the 4 following people: Reuben Studdard (winner of American Idol contest) Kenny Chesney (local boy, winner of his first Country Music award) Annika Sorenstam (Best lady golfer, just competed with ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

Honoring The Name Of God Series

Contributed by Keith Walker on May 19, 2004

Ways that God’s name is used in vain contrasted to ways God’s name is used with value.

INTRODUCTION Paul Dickinson has written a book called Names. He has a hobby of collecting strange and unusual names. Sometimes, he says names seem to be prophetic. In 1941 there were two men who were executed in the electric chair in Florida and their names were Will Burn and Will Frizzle. There ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7

Denomination: Baptist

Perspectives, Priorities And Personal Choices

Contributed by Samuel Wilder on Jun 1, 2004

I used this as a subtle stewardship sermon to get people thinking about how they look at "stuff," what they make as priority in their lives and how their choices affect them, their world and even the church.

I think there are three things that will determine the way we live and the way that we give: Our perspective – how we not only look at things but how we see them. Our priorities – what we place as of utmost importance in our lives (and, often, in our world). Our personal choices – what we hang to, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Made Right To Live Right Series

Contributed by Mary Lewis on Jun 11, 2004

A Wrap-up of a series on the 10 Commandments, with the emphasis on the fact that we’re saved by Jesus’ sacrifice for us, not by keeping the Law

Made Right to Live Right Introduction I know some of you might have a hard time with it, but I really kind of enjoy living alone. Especially after being a middle-aged dorm student when I was in seminary. But there is one thing that I don¡¦t like. I can¡¦t blame anything on anybody. I mean, I have ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-17, Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Ten Commandments Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Sep 29, 2005

Learn about God’s basis for character, worship, relationships, and society.

This may be the most famous portion of the Old Testament to most people. Even today this portion of Exodus is in the news - recently the Supreme Court issued contradictory rulings one upholding one striking down the display of the Ten Commandments. For many people, these commandments represent the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-26

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

What Is God's Plan For You?

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Oct 5, 2005

After preaching this sermon, 62 people came forward at invitation.

The week before our revival, I started this series of sermons that are all based on what God’s purpose and desires are for you. I spoke about how your purpose is to serve God, and that He values you ever so greatly. Today, let me start by telling you what God’s plan is for you. 1. GOD’S PLAN IS ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-6

Denomination: *other

Small God Series

Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Feb 26, 2005

Idolatry is alive and well in the church today. Any time we try to make Yahweh into a manageable size we have broken the Second command.

Please turn with me to Exodus 20:1-17. As I said last week every week that we discuss the 10 laws of Grace we will begin by hearing them. I love stories about kids so I thought I would share this one with you. Little Sara looked forward to the end of the school day. The last 30 minutes in Ms. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You Shall Have No Other Gods

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Feb 28, 2005

LENT 3(B) - Believers shall have no other gods as they fear, love, and trust in GOD above all things.

YOU SHALL HAVE NO OTHER GODS (Outline) EXODUS 20:1-6 - February 27, 2005 - LENT 3 INTRO: Whom do you love? Or maybe better in today’s society is the question: What do you love? The world around us very often has us placing an extreme value on the things of this life rather than peo-ple. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Defending The 10 Commandments

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Mar 4, 2005

Sadly Christianity has lost ground over the last 40 years! Why? The main reason…the 10 commandments have been aggressively attacked in America and reduced this country to a moronic and miniscule mindset of morals!

“Defending The 10 Commandments” Exodus 20:1-17 Proverbs 4:7 “Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom. Notices that it says get “wisdom” and not “knowledge”. I believe that the application of knowledge by way of Biblical wisdom is paramount for the believer in today’s world! We live ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

A Name That's Worthy Series

Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Mar 6, 2005

We need to hold the name of God in reverence with our tongue and our lives.

Please turn with me to Exodus 20:1-17, as we read our text tonight. In Lewis Carroll’s book “Alice in Wonderland”, Alice was having a conversation with the Mad Hatter and the March Hare one afternoon. And the March Hare scolded her, saying, “You should say what you mean!” Alice said, “I do — at ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Ten Reasons For Keeping The Ten Commandments"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Mar 8, 2005

As a Christian nation, let us consider the following compeling ten reasons for keeping the Ten Commandments:

“Ten Reasons why we should keep the Ten Commandments” Introduction: The matter has been brought before our Supreme Court. Will we acknowledge our Creator? Will we honor God by observing this ten commandments? As a Christian nation, let me give the following compeling ten reasons for keeping ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Sanctifying Time Series

Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Mar 14, 2005

We are still in need fo a Sabbath today. This sermon gives 4 reasons why this Command was necessary and then 3 things that the Sabbath still protects

Let’s begin tonight by reading the Ten Commandments found in Exodus 20:1-17. Tonight we come to the 4th Commandment. "Remember to keep the Sabbath holy.” Now for so many of us this is the Command that we have been waiting for. We understand the need to only serve God, and we agree that we ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ