Sermons on fiction: showing 106-120 of 2,425

Jesus' Millennial Reign - Now But Not Yet

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Oct 6, 2007

When is Jesus coming back? Is the millennium right around the corner? All the answers found here!

-Has anyone ever read any of the books by Tim LaHaye and Jerry Jenkins? Has anyone read any of the books in the “Left Behind” series? -The series of books has really taken the world by storm -The only problem is it is pure fiction – Yeah, yeah, I know that it is intended to be fiction but some ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Technology May Be Outpacing Limits Of Imagination & Ethics

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Mar 26, 2007

UFO Cult Seeks To Clone

If technological progress continues at its current pace, most authors of science fiction may soon find themselves out of work as science seems ready to surpass the ingenuity of speculative fantasy literature. From a plot straight out of a movie or novel, a cult that worships extraterrestrials ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 13:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

In The Beginning

Contributed by Jeff Hatos on Jun 3, 2019

How can we Christians explain the wonders of the universe?

In The Beginning Genesis 1:1 In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth. Ever since people have had the ability to look at God’s creation and ask “How does that work?’, we have been working to unlock the secrets of the universe. And over the estimated six thousand years we have ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Daily Bread Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 3, 2021

“Our daily bread” isn’t a prayer just for boring old bread. Instead, “Our daily bread” is a prayer for the basic physical needs of life.

Series Introduction The Lord’s Prayer is but 38 words (in its original form in Luke’s gospel) that change the very way we understand God, ourselves, and the world. It’s the richest single source in the entire Bible of information on how to pray. It’s not the only place where prayer is taught ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-4, Matthew 6:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

A Journey Through The Stable Part 2 Series

Contributed by John Beehler on Nov 29, 2001

The animals are more than role players in the miracle of Christmas.

A Journey Through the Stable II Christmas really begins in the Old Testament. The promise of a coming Messiah filled the pages of the Hebrew Bible. The Old Testament was the Bible of Jesus, and he understood that he was the fulfillment of its prophesies. Jesus fulfilled these prophesies by ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How Jesus Kept The Passion In His Ministry

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Secrets to overcoming the tendency to grow complacent, lazy or apathetic.

How Jesus Kept the Passion in His Ministry Illustration:I have but one passion; it is He, He only. Count Nikolaus Ludwig von Zinzendorf. Zinzendorf launched the Moravian missionary movement that spawned the modern missionary thrust around the world. One person’s passion can make a world of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Boundless Riches Of Christ Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Jan 23, 2024

The sermon explores the boundless riches of Christ's grace, available to all believers through His sacrifice, as demonstrated by the Church and its role in reconciliation and redemption.

Have you ever watched the Duck Tales cartoon? If you have, then you probably have the theme song running through your head at this very moment, and you’re thinking back to the intro video where the duck family goes swimming through the vault of gold coins amassed by patriarch, Scrooge McDuck. His ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-12

Topics: Boundless Grace, Christ's Sacrifice, Eternal Salvation

Tall Trees And Tumbleweeds Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Aug 10, 2001

Honoring parents gives us and society the stability we need to flourish.

I started reading science fiction when I was 11 or 12, I think. My father brought home a couple of Heinlein juveniles from the library, Red Planet and Space Cadet. I don’t remember which one I read first, they’re both still favorites. All the Heinlein juvies are good reading. The plots were all ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:16, Exodus 20:12, Deuteronomy 4:9-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Da Vinci Code: How To Answer The Tough Questions Series

Contributed by Terry Jones on May 9, 2006

Introduction to a series addressing the fallacies found in Dan Brown’s novel The Da Vinci Code.

How to Answer the Tough Questions Single Da Vinci Preparation Text: 2 Peter 1:2-8 I just finished Dan Brown’s The Da Vinci Code on Friday. I have to say, I understand why it’s considered one of the nations “best sellers”, a real page turner. Brown captivates the reader within the first chapter ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:2-8

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

Narnia: The Deeper Magic

Contributed by Rich Vincent on Dec 11, 2005

Human beings possess a longing for meaning and transcendence. We long to identify with stories that help us understand our world, others, and ourselves. More often than not, stories empower us by presenting a transcendent dimension that makes life worth l

The Deeper Magic The Lion, the Witch, and the Drama of Salvation Secularism, though prominent in our culture, has never completely triumphed – and never will. No matter how hard we try to find complete satisfaction and fulfillment in this world, we inevitably find ourselves hungering for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-20

Denomination: *other

What Kind Of Soil Are You?

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jun 27, 2002

In life, just like in a garden, there are different kinds of soil. The kind of soil you are will determine how God can impact your life.

Matthew 13:1-23 What Kind of Soil Are You? I’m not a gardener, nor do I play one on TV – but my wife is. And I’ve tilled around a bit – and dug into the soil we have around our house to put in sprinklers and the like. It’s bad stuff – with lots of clay. I have learned the clay doesn’t grow things ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Can You Trust God's Word?

Contributed by Ray Ellis on May 17, 2004

This message gives Biblical evidence why the Bible is trustworthy.

Can You Trust God’s Word? 2 Peter 1:16-21 II Timothy 3:16 This morning I want to answer the question: “Can You Trust God’s Word - The Bible.” People today have many different views of the Bible and of the Christian life. Signs found in church parking lots: 1. Free Trip to Heaven. Details ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-21

Denomination: Free Methodist

A Great Conspiracy

Contributed by J. Curtis Goforth, O.s.l. on Jun 15, 2006

This is a sermon for the Day of Pentecost urging Christians to join together in heart and mind by faith in Christ to transform the world.

A Great Conspiracy Sermon on Acts 2:1-21 Pentecost Sunday-Year B June 4, 2006 Rev. J. Curtis Goforth, O.S.L. “And suddenly from heaven there came a sound like the rush of a violent wind, and it filled the entire house where they were sitting.” -Acts of the Apostles 2:2 In the past few ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: United Methodist

Narnia: Door To A New Kingdom Series

Contributed by David Smith on Dec 5, 2005

A look at the powerful parallels between "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe" and the Calvary story and its importance for our families today.

DOOR TO A NEW KINGDOM (Narnia #1) December 3, 2005 / Upper Room Fellowship I have a suggestion for all of the single Christians here this morning. Tomorrow, they say, December 4, is Saint Barbara’s Day – Saint Barbara being one of the legendary martyrs of the Church. If you young ladies will ...read more

Denomination: Adventist