Sermons on False Teachers:

Striving To Be A Church Of Christ Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 12, 2014

This sermon explores important principles that help ensure that we are being the church that belongs to Christ

Introduction: A. I like the story told of the man who was shipwrecked on a beautiful, deserted South Pacific island. 1. Five years later, he was discovered by a passing a naval ship. 2. Upon their arrival at the shore the rescue party was met by the shipwreck survivor. He said, “I'm so glad ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:3-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Better Than Moses Series

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 12, 2012

Jesus is better than Moses and High Priests

Hebrews - Part 2 - September 23, 2012 Turn with me this morning to the book of Hebrews. It’s found in the end of the Bible, 1&2 Timothy, Titus, Philemon, Hebrews, James. The book of Hebrews is a book written to encourage us! Sometimes we miss that because of all the visual illustrations ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The New Commission (Updated) Pentecost Sunday June 8, 2025

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Apr 17, 2021

In today’s text Jesus is talking to His disciples about what will happen in the future. In fact, John 14 -17 is what some refer to as the “Farewell Discourse”. Jesus is talking to them about the connection to obedience and love and how that will be important in their work as disciples.

John 14:15 – 21 (NRSV)   15 “If you love me, you will keep[a] my commandments. 16 And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Advocate,[b] to be with you forever. 17 This is the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-21

Denomination: United Methodist

Christians Only Series

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 4, 2019

The goal to be simple, New Testament Christians and to strive to be like the New Testament church is something that will lead to Christian unity and pleases God.

Introduction: A. I like the story told of the man who was shipwrecked on a beautiful, deserted South Pacific island. 1. Five years later, he was discovered by a passing naval ship. 2. Upon their arrival at the shore the rescue party was met by the shipwreck survivor. 3. He said, “I'm so glad ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:3-6, John 17:20-21, 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Disempowering Powerbrokers Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Aug 27, 2024

Through this letter we are being equipped to be those who have a biblical character and action - and warned against being a powerbroker.

You can listen to this sermon at https://www.npbc.org.au/podcasts/media 3 John 1-14 “Disempowering Power-Brokers” John the Apostle is well into his 90’s – yet he hasn’t retired. John’s ministry is based in Ephesus from where he gives apostolic oversight, and pastoral leadership, to a group of ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Men Standing Firm Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 1, 2016

How was Titus going to "straighten out what had been left unfinished" in Crete? It was an evil land and he was only one man. How did God expect him to do such a daunting task?

How many of you have ever heard of a television show called “This Old House” (the majority raised their hands). It is a popular home improvement show that is now in its 36th season – that’s 36 years it’s been on TV. It’s popular because people are intrigued with ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Flee Baby, Flee Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 8, 2015

The world paints those who oppose immoral sex as being prudes and bigots. It's hard to withstand the humiliation and embarrassment that we can face when we speak up. So why should we? And how should we stand for morality in a faithless world?

Years ago I heard a famous radio preacher tell of an experience he had while doing a seminar in a large city. After he had gotten done speaking he returned to his hotel, got on the elevator, and as he touched the button of his floor, a couple of very attractive women got on with him. "What ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:12-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thyatira--The Church Of Toleration And Compromise Series

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Oct 26, 2016

Thyatira was religiously correct and it led to their downfall.

THE SEVEN CHURCHES OF REVELATION THYATIRA—THE CHURCH OF TOLERATION AND COMPROMISE TEXT: Revelation 2:18-29 Revelation 2:18-29 KJV And unto the angel of the church in Thyatira write; These things saith the Son of God, who hath his eyes like unto a flame of fire, and his feet are like fine ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Pentecostal

Holy Spirit - The People Of Series

Contributed by Graham Kettle on Nov 3, 2007

A look at our relationship with the Holy Spirit.

Holy Spirit - The People of the 1. The People Of The Holy Spirit So far in our series, we’ve looked at the: * Person of the Holy Spirit * Purpose of the Holy Spirit * Provision of the Holy Spirit Today, we’ll look, in our final session, at the ’People of the Holy Spirit’. 2. Introduction So, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:5-9

Denomination: Church Of God

"That You May Know"

Contributed by Mike Hays on May 22, 2003

Paul answers his critics by detailing his conversion and his faithfulness to God’s call upon His life.

“I Want You To Know…” Galatians 1:11-24 Our society has perfected the art of destroying people’s character, questioning their intentions, and planting seeds of doubt in the minds of inquiring minds. We see it everyday. Someone rises to fame, the adoring crowds stand and applaud their latest ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:11-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Gospel Worth Accepting And Affirming

Contributed by Gordon Curley on May 27, 2012

Paul accepted by the Apostles. (Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE (1). Meet the cast: • Paul. • Barnabus. • Titus. • Peter, John & James. • ‘False believers’. (2). Drama in three parts: • Act 1: Paul’s Coming (vs 1-2a). • Act 2: Paul’s Companion(s) (vs 3-5). • Act 3: ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:1-10

Denomination: Brethren

Back To The Old Paths

Contributed by William D. Brown on Jun 13, 2012

We find Israel in these texts much as we find our country today, listening to all kind of false prophets, all manner of so called Bibles are being used, the sad thing is many people don't want to change, to go back to the OLD PATHS, their happy the way th

Jer. 5: 25 - 31---- 6: 9-19 BACK TO THE OLD PATH 6-16-12 In the message today we find Gods people Israel have become unconcerned and disobedient as to what God say's and wants His people to do, they are sick from their head to the foot, and the so called ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 6:9-19

Denomination: Baptist

Shepherding The Flock Of God Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 9, 2007

1) What are the issues in shepherding? 2) Who must be shepherded? 3) How must shepherding be done? 4) Why should shepherds serve?

According to several confirmed sources across denominational lines: Today: in regards to: Pastors: -Fifteen hundred pastors leave the ministry each month due to moral failure, spiritual burnout or contention in their churches. -Four thousand new churches begin each year, but over seven thousand ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Other

Healthy Bodies Pt 3 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Aug 15, 2018

This is the third of six message on the nature and health of the church.

“HEALTHY BODIES Part 3” One of the most expressive analogies to express the nature and function of the church of Jesus Christ is the human body. I felt directed to spend some time on the three key principles of body life and the corresponding commands that reinforce them. Several weeks ago we ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Fables

Contributed by James May on Mar 26, 2006

Satan has deceived many with "cunningly devised fables". This sermon only covers a few of those fables, but it reminds us that the gospel, contained in the Holy Bible is no fabel; its the only source of unchangeable Truth.

FABLES By Pastor Jim May 2 Peter 1:13-21, "Yea, I think it meet, as long as I am in this tabernacle, to stir you up by putting you in remembrance; Knowing that shortly I must put off this my tabernacle, even as our Lord Jesus Christ hath shewed me. Moreover I will endeavour that ye may be able ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:13-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible