Sermons on False Idols:

Thou Shall Not Bear False Witness And You Shall Not Covet Series

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Dec 2, 2022

Turn to Exodus 20:16-17, as we conclude our sermon series, the Ten Commandments, with today's sermon, "Thou shall not bear false witness and you shall not covet".

Turn to Exodus 20:16-17, as we conclude our sermon series, the Ten Commandments, with today's sermon, "Thou shall not bear false witness and you shall not covet". "You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor. You shall not covet your neighbor's house, nor covet ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:16-17, Ephesians 5:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

The False Prophet Balaam: When Opportunity Knocked, He Answered Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Feb 28, 2025

The king of Moab had a problem: Israel was near his territory. He called on Balaam to come and curse Israel. This king gave Balaam what might be considered the opportunity of a lifetime. How did Balaam respond?

(Edited from and based on a message preached Sunday evening, 2-16-25 at New Hope Baptist Church of Fulton, MO; this is not an exact transcription.) Introduction: The story of Balaam is, or at least used to be, one of the saddest in the entire Bible. It seems he knew the One True God and could ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 22:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

What Is The Most Pervasive False Doctrine In The Body Of Christ Today?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jan 27, 2024

It all comes back to the salvation security issue, how do I know if I'm secure in my salvation? What about sins I've committed after becoming a Christian? How does salvation security work after I receive Christ as savior?

What is the most pervasive false doctrine in the body of Christ today? In particular, we're looking at Western evangelical Christianity, and in particular Christianity within the United States. So in Christianity, in the United States, we've seen two trends that have shaped the theological ...read more

Scripture: John 10:28, Hebrews 6:6, 1 Corinthians 9:27, Romans 8:38-39

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Counterfeit Holy Spirit In Churches And Recognizing The True From The False Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 10, 2024

The Spirit explicitly says that in later times some will depart from the faith, paying attention to deceitful spirits

The Holy Spirit is a precious gift from God, empowering believers to live a life of purpose, conviction, and service. However, a counterfeit Holy Spirit has infiltrated many churches, leading people astray and causing confusion. In this sermon we'll explore the characteristics of the true Holy ...read more

Scripture: John 14:26, John 16:13

Three Strikes And You Are Out Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Feb 14, 2010

a study of chapter 22 verses 1 through 31

Ezekiel 22: 1 – 31 Three strikes and you are out! “1 Moreover the word of the LORD came to me, saying, 2 “Now, son of man, will you judge, will you judge the bloody city? Yes, show her all her abominations! 3 Then say, ‘Thus says the Lord GOD: “The city sheds blood in her own midst, that her time ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:1-31

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Keys To Effective Evangelism Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 2, 2004

Paul shares some insight from the as to what we can to in order to be more effective in evangelism

INTRODUCTION • When we accept Jesus as our Lord and Savior, our lives should change; people should be able to see a difference in our lives. • The church is called to reach out to lost people so that we can win them to Jesus. Once we immerse them into the kingdom of God, we are to take those new ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:5-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ready Mix Gods

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Sep 7, 2005

This sermon shows the sin of building idols in our person lives.

Introduction- As an introduction I show the congregation a picture (on power point) of me holding a box of ready mix biscuit mix in my hand. State: Ready mix biscuit mix can be a wonderful thing. It accommodates people who have busy schedules. It accommodates people (like me) who do not know how ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Living For A Higher Calling Than Me Series

Contributed by Charles Whitmire on Jan 27, 2008

This is the third message in the Contrarian’s Guide series. This week we look at idols, and how as odd as it sounds, if we are not careful our idol becomes "me."

This is our third message in our contrarian series - we’ve been looking at things from a little different perspective, or vantage point. Last week we talked about slowing down - rather than speeding through life, maybe if we slowed down we could learn to hear God. The week before that we talked ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Truth About Salvation, Part 2 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Oct 20, 2025

Looking to God's Messiah is what brings true restoration to humanity, and sadly, even an esteemed teacher of Israel (Nicodemus) missed this. Today, we either believe in what Jesus has done for us, or we deny Him, and that is the easiest choice we may ever face.

John, Part 11 Series: The Truth About Salvation, Part 2 John 3:11-15 - Welcome to Seasons – intro – we are grateful you’re here today; dismiss children -- RE: Thursday: What questions do you have? Come to discuss together … - Continuing series, “The Truth about Salvation”: focus of ~6 ...read more

Scripture: John 3:11-15, 1 John 5:10, Isaiah 42:12-15, Luke 10:18, Revelation 12:9, John 6:33, Numbers 21:4-9, Isaiah 53:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Paul's Emphasis On Christlike Obedience Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Aug 11, 2014

Paul continues in his teaching about spiritual freedom... emphasis here is Christlike obedience IN our own spiritual freedom

Sermon Brief Date Written: August 7, 2014 Date Preached: August 10, 2014 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Series in 1 Corinthians Sermon Title: Paul’s Emphasis on Christlike Obedience Sermon Text: 1 Corinthians 10:14-33 [ESV] – read now 14Therefore, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:14-33

Denomination: Baptist

The Seven Churches-Thyatira Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jan 1, 2026

A good church can be destroyed by false teachers. Thyatira had one of the worst false teachers and the Lord had to remind them just how evil that false teaching really was.

The Seven Churches-Thyatira Introduction: Thyatira is the fourth in the series of the Seven Churches. As with the other churches, the Lord gives a picture or reminder of Himself, followed by a word of praise. He then points out a problem and gives an exhortation to fix or solve that problem. The ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Baptist

Do You Want The World To Revolve Around You?

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Nov 10, 2002

The story of Micah’s idols and the nature of true religion

Do You Want the World to Revolve Around You? Judges 17:6 INTRO.: A certain credit card company has a commercial set in the board room of some international corporation. A merger is in progress. The CEO says everything is set to be finalized on the 28th. One office flunky at the copier turns and ...read more

Scripture: Judges 17:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Idolatry: The Trojan Horse Of Demons PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Warn against the danger of idolatry, emphasizing that it's not just about worshipping physical idols, but anything that takes the rightful place of God in our hearts, and to encourage believers to examine their lives for any such idols.

Good morning, brothers and sisters. Today, we're going to take a deep dive into a passage that might just rattle our comfort zones a bit. It's about the danger of idolatry, the temptation that sneaks in when we least expect it, and the spiritual warfare that's constantly happening around us. I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:14-22

Topics: Idolatry, Demons

What Big Teeth You Have

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jul 30, 2008

expounding on the Lord’s warning to beware of false prophets

What Big Teeth You Have Text: Matthew 7:15-23 By: Ken L. McKinley (Read Text) Now the context of our text is the Sermon on the Mount. In verses 13 and 14 Jesus tells us that the road to destruction is broad, but the way of life is narrow, it is a narrow gate, and then He immediately give a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Scoffers In The Last Days

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 22, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Are scoffers real? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show what scoffers are really like IV. TEXT: 2 Peter 3:3-4 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) Most importantly, I want to remind you that in

I. EXORDIUM: Are scoffers real? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show what scoffers are really like IV. TEXT: 2 Peter 3:3-4 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) Most importantly, I want to remind you that in the last days scoffers will come, mocking the truth and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:3-4

Denomination: Pentecostal