Sermons on False Assurance:

Have We Been Put To The Test? Series

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 3, 2022

Check the words that people speak with what God says in the Bible. Check the commitment to the body of believers

1 John 4:1-6 cautions Christians not to indiscriminately acknowledge every single spiritual case. There are numerous bogus instructors (false teachers) on the planet. It is vital to painstakingly consider both the source and the substance of an instructing (teaching) before we acknowledge it. John ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

These Are Those Days

Contributed by Virgil D Taylor on Nov 3, 2022

People of God we're living in a time now that we must recognize every church and ministry is not necessarily of God.

“These Are Those Days” Scripture: 1 Tim. 4:1-8, 2 Tim. 3:1-7 (Main text) Point#1 (Make sure your lifelines up with the word) Point#2 (Gird up your loins) Point# 3 (There Is hope) Saints of God there are many false prophets in the land! teaching things that are not sound doctrine. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-8, 2 Timothy 3:1-7

Denomination: Apostolic

How Do We Know The Truth? Series

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 5, 2022

Do not just read but obey. To walk in truth, one knows how to act, what to do, is willing to learn, and is determined to do so.

In verses 1-3: • John was an elder, he loved the church, he was writing this letter to warn the church and congregation to watch out for false teachers. • The Truth is Jesus. o 1 John 2:21, I have not written unto you because ye know not the truth, but because ye know it, and that no lie is of the ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Walking Twice Dead

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Dec 7, 2022

The church needs to be reminded of the need for continued vigilance, to remain strong in the faith and to defend itself against heresy.

Jude wrote this letter to warn believers of false teachers (Colossians 2:4) that were teaching the Christians that they could do what they wanted without fear of reprisal from God. Many believers in today's churches may still act in this manner. We need to heed the warning of these false ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Fake Series

Contributed by Louis Mare on Jan 31, 2023

Do your coworkers know you are Christian? Does your work schedule reflect a weekly or yearly calendar of a Christian?

TO AVOID HYPROCRISY WE NEED TO LIVE OUR FAITH Do your coworkers know you are Christian? Does your work schedule reflect a weekly or yearly calendar of a Christian? Do you produce the best product or work as hard as you can to model excellent workmanship? Are you a benevolent manager? Do you care ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-3, Matthew 21:28-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus Opens Our Eyes To The Truth

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 22, 2023

If you have been journeying through life without Jesus, you have no idea what you have been missing. Today we are going to take a closer look to see how Jesus will open our eyes to the truth.

When I was in the third grade at Carroll Bell elementary school here in San Antonio, I begin having headaches in class. My mom decided to have my eyes checked. And sure enough, I needed glasses. I don't know exactly how long I had been seeing things blurry but when I got my new glasses it ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-38

Denomination: Baptist

What If You Could Choose Your Own God?

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Oct 21, 2021

Theme: This sermon deals with how would you go about creating your own God if you didn’t want the one found in the Scriptures.

What if You Could Choose Your Own God? Exodus 32:1-8 Romans 1:21-25 Theme: This sermon deals with how would you go about creating your own God if you didn’t want the one found in the Scriptures. How many of you have ever created something from scratch? It could have been a cake, a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-8, Romans 1:21-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Relationships Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 19, 2021

1) Relationships with false teachers (Titus 3:9), 2) With factious people (Titus 3:10–11), 3) With fellow servants (Titus 3:12–13), and 4) With faithful friends (Titus 3:14–15).

Titus 3:9-15. But avoid foolish controversies, genealogies, dissensions, and quarrels about the law, for they are unprofitable and worthless. 10 As for a person who stirs up division, after warning him once and then twice, have nothing more to do with him, 11 knowing that such a person is warped ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:9-15

Denomination: Other

2 Peter (Nasb)

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Dec 16, 2021

Growth in Christian Virtue Eyewitnesses The Appearance of False Prophets Purpose of This Letter The Coming Day of the Lord A New Heaven and Earth

(notes from biblegateway.com) (MARILYN HICKEY MINISTRIES: WRITTEN ABOUT 65 AD FROM A ROMAN PRISON TO BELIEVERS SCATTERED IN ASIA MINOR) Growth in Christian Virtue; explanation-knowledge of Christ, gift, growth and ground 1 [a]Simon Peter, a bond-servant and apostle (FOLLWER THEN SENT) of Jesus ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Thyatira: Corrupted By Compromise

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 26, 2020

Although situated within the smallest of the seven cities, the church in Thyatira received the longest letter. They were faithful in their labor, but had compromised with false doctrine. Jesus challenged them regarding the toleration of false teaching.

Thyatira: Corrupted by Compromise Revelation 2: 18-29 Our text deals with the fourth church that Christ addressed in Revelation. While the church in Thyatira was situated within the smallest of the cities the Lord would address, it is interesting that they received the largest letter. The name ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Baptist

True Wisdom Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Sep 21, 2017

Like faith, true wisdom is seen in our actions.

TRUE WISDOM Text: James 3:13-18 INTRODUCTION 1. Illustration: Have you ever heard the phrase, "Out of the mouth of babes?" Certainly you have. It comes from the simple truth that sometimes it takes a child to reveal lasting wisdom. It seems foolish but it isn’t! For example: · Patrick, age ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Methodist

80. Revelation 13-18 - Two Beasts And The Great Harlot Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 17, 2018

The Lamb “conquers” by faithfully suffering death for others while the beast inflicts death on others

IN GOD'S IMAGE 80 - REVELATION 13-18 - TWO BEASTS AND THE GREAT HARLOT This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 13:1-18, Revelation 14:9, Revelation 15:1-3, Revelation 17:4, Revelation 17:16, Revelation 18:9-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian Church

3 John Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 15, 2019

How to treat good preachers, and correct those who mistreat others.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. This letter centers around four men: John: the writer and protector of God’s work Gaius: looked after traveling preachers Diotrephes: an egotistical leader who mistreated traveling preachers Demetrius: a leader of good reputation 2. They represent ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Freedom We Have In Christ Jesus Series

Contributed by Bill Walker on Jul 10, 2017

The Apostle Paul cherished the fact that his spiritual liberty in Christ. For Christian unity it is necessary that Christian believers be united through their relationship to Christ. The Christian life is not about working as hard as we can.

THE FREEDOM WE HAVE IN CHRIST JESUS Galatians 2 Freedom is a word that Americans cherish. Slogans like this abound: “This will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave ." The Apostle Paul cherished the fact that his spiritual liberty in Christ was worth far more ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Focus On What Counts Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jan 18, 2017

The major threat facing the church is False Teaching. So Paul encourages Timothy to concentrate on what matters most.

Sermon by Rev George Hemmings I wonder what you think the greatest threat facing the church is? Secularism and the push to privatize religion? The rise of militant atheism that’s always ready to attack Christianity? Perhaps it’s young people with their lack of respect? Or old people ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11-21

Denomination: Anglican