Sermons on False Reality:

2 John: Walking In The Truth Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jul 20, 2006

The key word of 2nd John is truth. The message of the thirteen verses is simple: Followers of Jesus have three responsibilities to the truth. We must know the truth. We must walk in the truth. We must protect the truth. These still apply today. Let’s

Through the New Testament 2006 Walking in the Truth 2 John Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: Some of you will remember the scene from the movie “A Few Good Men.” The 1992 film stared Tom Cruise as a rookie military lawyer who has to ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Breastplate Of Righteousness Series

Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Jan 4, 2011

Satan and his forces are not fighting a battle against you from a distance – we wrestle with an enemy that stands against everything that God is doing in your life

“The Breastplate of Righteousness” “Battle Lines” #3 - December 6, 2009 OPEN: Satan and his forces are not fighting a battle against you not from a distance – we wrestle with an enemy that stands against everything that God is doing in your life. You and I live I a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Rekindling Your First Love Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Dec 28, 2008

The first churches in history were just like the churches now...and they have a lot to teach us about staying close to Jesus.

Sermon for CATM – December 28 – Churches of Revelation – Ephesus and Sardis – Revelation 2:1-7; 3:1-6 Today we begin a 5-part series on the Churches of Revelation. Yes, it is a bit odd that we’re beginning such a series on the last Sunday of the year and that we will be starting the new year with ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Do Believers Deal With Homosexuality? Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 8, 2013

The Supreme Court of our nation offered a controversial decision regarding marriage this past month, and it is setting up our culture to acknowledge a lifestyle that is contrary to God's Word. How do we respond?

Sermon Brief Date Written: July 05, 2013 Date Preached: July 07, 2013 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Biblical Truths for Societal Pressures Sermon Title: How Do Believers deal with Homosexuality? Sermon Text: 1 Tim 1:3-6 [HCSB] Introduction: I want you all to know ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

How To Receive An Apology

Contributed by W F on Jul 5, 2006

Joseph shows us how to forgive others in the same way God forgives us.

INTRODUCTION (Video – From the movie “Hope Floats” [Sandra Bullock] Birdee’s interview with Dot). We hear a lot in church about the need to seek forgiveness and how to seek forgiveness. But I want to talk today about how to give it. How should we receive and apology? People change. And Christians ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:15-21

Denomination: *other

The Contemporary Christ Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 29, 2021

If Jesus was still in the tomb, and not a living contemporary, then however, great a man and teacher He was, He is of no more value to us than any other dead man. Any religion will do if the best only gets you to the grave.

A mother said to the toy salesman, "Isn't this a rather complicated toy for a small child?" The salesman responded, "This madam is an educational toy. It is especially designed to help a child adjust to living in the world of today. No matter which way he puts it together, it ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-28

Judge Not Series

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Dec 10, 2001

Because God alone does the judging, I am freed up to encourage others in their spiritual journey.

August 2, 2001 If You Only Knew the Father – Part 2 INTRODUCTION ILLUS – At the start of the 20th Century, the world’s most distinguished astronomer was a man named Sir Percival Lowell. He had a particular fascination with the planet Mars – largely because he was sure through his telescope, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Legitimate Use Of Rituals Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 29, 2024

For a person to be declared righteous by God, rituals/sacraments are unnecessary. Justification is by faith alone. So, what is the value of rituals like water baptism and the Lord's Supper? Using Romans 4:11, this message seeks to answer that question.

Intro Last week we expounded Romans 4:9-12. There Paul used Abraham’s experience to prove circumcision is not a prerequisite for justification. In that study, we did not have time to talk about why God gave Abraham the rite of circumcision. If it is of no value for justification, then what is its ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-25, Genesis 17:1-14, Genesis 9:12, Exodus 12:13, Jeremiah 31:31-33, Colossians 2:1-13, 1 Corinthians 9:2, Deuteronomy 30:1-6, Acts 2:38  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

The Darkness Of Betrayal Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Apr 8, 2022

1) The Attack of the Crowd (Matthew 26:47), 2) The Kiss of the Traitor (Matthew 26:48–50a), 3) The Presumption of Peter (Matthew 26:50b–53) and finally 4) The Fulfillment of Prophecy (Matthew 26:54-56).

Matthew 26:47–56. 47 While he was still speaking, Judas came, one of the twelve, and with him a great crowd with swords and clubs, from the chief priests and the elders of the people. 48 Now the betrayer had given them a sign, saying, “The one I will kiss is the man; seize him.” 49 And he came up ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:47-56

Denomination: Other

Meet The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on May 24, 2004

Beginning with Romans 8, the sermon provides an overview and introduction to the biblical ministry of the Holy Spirit.

Meet the Holy Spirit Romans 8:1-11 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO I want to introduce you to the Holy Spirit. This topic is so vital that Scripture says: If anyone does not have the Spirit of Christ, he does not belong to Christ (Rom 8:9). Yet ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Beyond Easy Believism! Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 19, 2005

In James 2:14-26 we find two great truths about genuine saving faith that are meant to give you a solid foundation upon which to build your life and ministry.

Scripture A Chicago-based newspaper, StreetWise, is sold by homeless people, who collect a portion of the proceeds. One day as Dr. Joseph Stowell, then serving as President of the Moody Bible Institute, walked to work, he passed a StreetWise vendor. It was a bitterly cold January morning, and he ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Refocus Series

Contributed by Grant Macdonald on Jan 10, 2012

We have to guard our Christian focus and make sure that it remains on Christ.

It is New Year’s Day. Happy New Year everyone! We all know what the coming of the New Year should mean to us all. It’s time to take an inventory of how we lived in 2011 and think through some much needed changes for 2012. In other words, it’s time to make a list of New ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Tribulation Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Oct 16, 2011

Scripture gives some general and specific signs that will be occurring as we approach the second coming of Christ. While the church, all who have received Jesus as Savior will be raptured before this time of tribulation, it is important that we teach and

The Great Tribulation Matthew 24:1-35 Video - Rapture Slide Are you ready if Jesus were to come for His church today? Would you be raptured or would you be left behind? If you can’t answer that you know for sure that when Jesus Christ returns for the church that you would be caught up to meet ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:1-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Anti Anti-Christ Series

Contributed by Mark Nichols on Feb 13, 2011

This is the 8th message in the series. John describes three way you can remain FAITHFUL and not fall away.

TEXT: 1 John 2:18-27 TITLE: Becoming an Anti-anti Christ SERIES: Letters from John TOPIC: Falling away vs. Faithfulness OCCASION: Burnside Christian Church, February 6, 2011 PROP.: John gives clear teaching that either you are with God…or you are not. INTRODUCTION: Good morning! Our ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Kingdom Of Heaven Is Like Wheat And Weeds Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Aug 22, 2010

This is week seven of our series the Kingdom of Heaven is like and this message looks at the tares sown amongst the wheat

7 The Kingdom of Heaven is like Wheat and Weeds When I was in High School we did the musical “The Music Man” and in that play is the line by the lead character Professor Harold Hill, the Music Man himself, “what we have here is trouble, trouble right here in River City.” In ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30

Denomination: Wesleyan