Sermons on Fake Christians:

The Full Grown Christian

Contributed by David Hersey on Mar 30, 2015

The life of a faithful Christian is characterized by a constant growth process. When one becomes a Christian they begin a lifelong journey of service to God. This lesson examines this great truth and brings to light what our obligations are in this.

The Full Grown Christian Ephesians 4:13 "Till we all attain unto the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, unto a full-grown man, unto the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ:" (ASV) The life of a faithful Christian is characterized by a constant growth ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christian Atheist: Witnessing Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Apr 4, 2015

Christian Atheists, those who say they believe in God but often live as though He doesn’t exist, know they should share their faith, but don’t for whatever reason. I believe there are three reasons why we don’t share our faith.

This sermon is based off of a few ideas in Craig Groeschel’s book “The Christian Atheist: Believing in God but Living as if He Doesn’t Exist.” Zondervan, 2010. ISBN: 9780310332220 CHRISTIAN ATHEIST: WITNESSING 1 PETER 3:15 IN THE WORK CUBICLE (p) It’s a normal day at ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Being A Focused Christian Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 10, 2015

Being focused believer takes effort and it takes determination. There are many distractions that can pull you away from a relationship with the Lord.

Being a focused Christian Thinking, Acting, Being like Jesus Matthew chapter 6:33 Introduction We are still in the series Thinking, Acting, Being like Jesus. Last week you remember we looked at the principal and relationship of prayer. We agreed that prayer works, and I asked that we do ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Nazarene

Responsible Christian Living

Contributed by William Baeta on Oct 4, 2011

“Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honourable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things” Phil. 4:8.

Theme: Responsible Christian living Text: Ex. 32:1-14; Phil. 4:1-9; Matt. 22:1-14 Our priorities in life dictate our choices and our choices determine the outcome of our lives. Whether we arrive at the right destination or not depends on our choices that are often between alternatives that appear ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Restoring The Heart Of Christianity

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 10, 2011

We need to restore both the form and the heart of New Testament Christianity.

Introduction: A. I like the old story told of the preacher and song leader who didn’t like each other very much and refused to cooperate with each other. 1. One week the preacher preached on commitment, and how they should dedicate themselves to service. The song leader then led the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Tests Of True Christianity Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 16, 2011

Growing Christians are not sinless but should sin less.

The Tests of True Christianity 1 John 3:4-10 Rev. Brian Bill 10/16/11 I’m not the handiest hammer in the toolbox when it comes to doing home projects so I always try to become good friends with guys who have a lot of tools and know how to use them. We made a few improvements to our laundry ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:11-20

Denomination: Baptist

Bold In Christian Liberty Series

Contributed by James Parker on Mar 6, 2011

We have been looking at what in means to be Bold in the spirit as christians . Last week we considered Boldly Seeking The Kingdom. This weeek we will look at being Bold concerning Liberty. This bring up two extreme positions. These positions are not new t

Boldness A-Z LIBERTY LICENSE AND LEGALISM GALATIANS 5:1-13 1 Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage. 2 Behold, I Paul say unto you, that if ye be circumcised, Christ shall profit you nothing. 3 For I testify again ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Phebe A Christian Example Series

Contributed by James Parker on Mar 13, 2011

In these two short verses we see a description of Phebe as well as what every christian should be.

Women of The New Testamanent Phebe "An Example" We have been looking at women of The New Testament over the past several weeks. Last week we considered two sisters, Martha & Mary. We learned from both sisters some important lessons. Martha was a worker, we need Martha’s in the church. We need to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Life Is A Battlefield

Contributed by Major Gerardo Balmori on Apr 2, 2011

The walk of the Christian is a walk of warfare. We face battles on every hand. In this Lesson I want you to see the importance of faith and prayerful support on the battlefield of life.

Mayor Gerardo Balmori The Salvation Army INTRODUCTION: The walk of the Christian is a walk of warfare. We face battles on every hand. In this Lesson I want you to see the importance of faith and prayerful support on the battlefield of life. I. THEY LEARNED THAT A TRIAL OFTEN COMES AFTER A ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-16

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Reward For A Christian Father

Contributed by Major Gerardo Balmori on Apr 2, 2011

Today’s world don’t make it easy to be a Godly Dad. We often make the assumption that Dads really need to be thrashed about the head and neck for failing to live up to God’s standards – and then wonder why they don’t come to church. Men I have the inspi

Mayor Gerardo Balmori The Salvation Army Introduction: Today’s world don’t make it easy to be a Godly Dad. We often make the assumption that Dads really need to be thrashed about the head and neck for failing to live up to God’s standards – and then wonder why they don’t come to church. Men I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 128:1-6

Denomination: Salvation Army

Three Christian Qualities

Contributed by Major Gerardo Balmori on Apr 2, 2011

God, by His mighty power and work within us, is able to do far more than we would dare to ask or even dream of - initially beyond our highest prayers, desires, thoughts or hopes (Ephesians 3:20 Living Bible)

Mayor Gerardo Balmori The Salvation Army I. INTRODUCTION: God, by His mighty power and work within us, is able to do far more than we would dare to ask or even dream of - initially beyond our highest prayers, desires, thoughts or hopes (Ephesians 3:20 Living Bible) A. ENTHUSIASM - WHAT EXCITES ...read more

Denomination: Salvation Army

"A Christian Flag"

Contributed by John Bergh on Apr 8, 2011

Inspite of our disobedience, God shows us kindness and grace.

Dec. 26, 2010 Isaiah 63:7-9 C & Z “A Christian Flag” Once again I hope that you all had a very merry Christmas. This is a great time of year for us. We get together with our family and celebrate the birth of Jesus. It is also a time when our church families celebrate ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 63:7-9

Denomination: Methodist

Value Christian Freedom

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Apr 11, 2011

PENTECOST 6 (A) - JULY 4TH -- Believers value Christian freedom. True Christan freedom means that we are dead to sin but alive to Christ.

VALUE CHRISTIAN FREEDOM (Outline) July 4, 2010 - Pentecost 6 - ROMANS 6:1-11 INTRO: Today we celebrate the countless freedoms that every individual enjoys in our blessed land of endless liberty. When we look at our freedoms on this Independence Day we appreciate how much our freedom ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

The Hope Of The Christian's Resurrection Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 10, 2012

In our lesson today, we learn about the hope of the Christian's resurrection.

Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is the issue of what happens to our bodies when we die. There are some who believe that the bodies of Christians are not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Gaius - A Commendable Christian” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Mar 22, 2012

Gaius was a believer who is commended by the Apostle John for two things that all believers should seek to have be true of them.

In the book of Third John, we read a tale of three Christians - Gaius, who John commended; Diotrephes, who John saw as cantankerous; and Demetrius, who John cited as being consistent in His walk with Christ. John identifies himself here as “the elder,” which is a term that is used interchangeably ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist