Sermons on futility of ritual: showing 796-810 of 14,273

Dressed Up And Nowhere To Go

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 29, 2019

A study in the book of Jeremiah 10: 1 – 25

Jeremiah 10: 1 – 25 All dressed up and nowhere to go 1 Hear the word which the LORD speaks to you, O house of Israel. 2 Thus says the LORD: “Do not learn the way of the Gentiles; Do not be dismayed at the signs of heaven, for the Gentiles are dismayed at them. 3 For the customs of the peoples are ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 10:10

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Fatal Attraction Part 4 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 12, 2015

Tenth message from 1 John with continuing discussion on not loving the world.

“A Dangerous Love” Pt 4 (Fatal Attraction) 1 John 2:15-17 The verses of Scripture we have been exploring are no all that complicated. The message is simple. Do not love the world nor the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

To Obey Is Better Than Sacrifice

Contributed by Rich Hadley on Dec 17, 2001

A sermon for pastors and church leaders. It is a message on leadership illustrated from the interactions between Samuel and Saul.

I Samuel 14:47: After Saul had assumed rule over Israel, he fought against their enemies on every side: Moab, the Ammonites, Edom, the kings of Zobah, and the Philistines. Wherever he turned, he inflicted punishment on them. Saul was a fighting King. He was a great general. He dealt all kinds ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-29

Denomination: Holiness

You Are God's Holy Temple Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Aug 2, 2017

In this passage Paul wants to share that in Jesus the Messiah we can experience ONENESS , PEACE and BE THE LIVING TEMPLE OF GOD.

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22 Theme: You are God's Holy Temple! In this passage Paul wants to share that in Christ we can experience ONENESS , PEACE and BE THE TEMPLE OF GOD. INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! This morning as I look around it is easy to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Nazarene

Lay Aside The Old Self

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 10, 2012

We are children of God; let’s act like it.

Lay Aside the Old Self July 27, 2008 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We are children of God; let’s act like it. Focus Passage: Ephesians 4:17-24 Supplemental Passage: Romans 12:1-2 NASB Therefore I urge you, brethren, by the mercies of God, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-24

Denomination: Baptist

It Is Just Not Fair

Contributed by Joe Harding on Mar 9, 2002

Only acts of righteousness done for God’s glory will be rewarded.

IT IS JUST NOT FAIR MATTHEW 6:5-14 MARCH 10, 2002 INTRODUCTION: And now the end is near and so I face the final curtain. My friend I’ll make it clear, I’ll state my case of which I’m certain. I’ve lived a life that’s full, traveled each and every high way. And more, more than this, I did it my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-14

Denomination: Baptist

Yahweh - The Unique God

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Feb 16, 2020

The Christian faith is different from any other religion in the world. This was true in the ancient near east and it is as true today as it was then. Being unique doesn't necessarily make something right. What is it that makes Yahweh the one true God and different from the rest?

Yahweh – The Unique God Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … 1 Peter 4:10 “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.” And our memory refresher verse(s) for today is(are) … 1 John ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:4-17, Deuteronomy 7:1, Nehemiah 9:19-21, Numbers 21:8-9, 2 Kings 18:4, Exodus 20:3-5, Exodus 32:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Never Underestimate Jesus

Contributed by Mike Turner on Dec 10, 2004

Jesus has often been underestimated from his birth until now ! Don’t understimate him !

Never Underestimate Jesus Matthew 2:1-19 Introduction: The shepherds believed what the angels had revealed to them, and came to Bethlehem and worshipped the Lord. The Wisemen traveled a great distance believing what revelation they had received. They brought gifts, and bowed and worshipped ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus’ Day Of Atonement Service Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 11, 2017

After all the background we have been given, the writer to the Hebrews brings it together to a conclusion: Jesus atoned for our sins in a greater way than even the high priest could on the Day of Atonement.

Jesus’ Day of Atonement Service (Hebrews 9:1-10:18) 1. Al Jolson was the first super-star singer/entertainer. 2. He was the first person to sell a million records, and start rising to fame in 1913. 3. When the Warner Brothers decided to produce a movie with a little bit of dialog in it — The ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Josh Foster on Feb 18, 2014

Layered in this story is the fact that forgiveness is a gift offered to us long before we ask for it! Jesus’ completed the redemptive work, by which forgiveness is made possible, on the cross. It remains whether we will accept/receive the gift He secure

Just Words: Forgiveness Scripture Text: Mark 2.1-12 NOTE: this sermon was preached on the first Sunday of a new year. INTRODUCTION I know that a-lot-of-people really love New Year’s. The kids like New Year’s Eve so-much because they get to stay up way-past their bed-times. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Nazarene

The Virtue Of The Valley Experience

Contributed by Robert Cobb on Nov 25, 2000

A topical outline on the value that God places on the "valley' experiences of the Christian life.

http://www.lampandlight.org I. There is a Lesson in the Valley (Rom. 8:28, Ps. 84:11 Ps. 119:71) 1. Faith is the Activator of the Christian Life 2. Futility is the Achievement of Human Effort 3. Forward is the Advancement of God's People II. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 20:28

Denomination: Baptist

Let Freedom Ring

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 31, 2002

This Memorial Day sermon looks at what spiritual freedom is and Who died for it.

Sunday Morning May 26, 2002 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: Memorial Day (2002) SLIDE 1 LET FREEDOM RING Galatians 5:1 Introduction: 1. On this Memorial Day weekend we remember those who gave their lives for us so that we can live in a free country. 2. Freedom to worship where we ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1

Denomination: Baptist

God's Impressive Presence Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 29, 2007

We experience God in many ways, for He our God has many facets.

God’s Impressive Presence (Exodus 19:10-25) Whenever we "camp out" on certain verses or pick an emphasis of Scripture to the exclusion of the rest of the Word, we are in trouble. 2 Tim. 3:16-17 tell us that all Scriptures are inspired; they also tell us that all Scriptures are profitable for ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 19:10-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What’s Up With Worship

Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 5, 2012

DO WE COME TO CHURCH BECAUSE IT’S A HABIT? WE COME BECAUSE THAT IS WHAT WE ARE SUPPOSED TO DO. THE END RESULT IS THAT THE EVENT IS IMPORTANT, NOT WHAT WE ARE DOING AT THE EVENT. SO, WE SLOWLY AND INCREMENTALLY SLIP INTO A “GOING THROUGH THE MOTIONS” KI

WHAT’S UP WITH WORSHIP INTRODUCTION: TRADITIONALLY, EVERY SUNDAY AFTER CHURCH OUR FAMILY OUT TO DINNER. THIS EVENT HAS BECOME HABITUAL; IT IS EXPECTED. IN FACT THERE IS ALMOST A MUTINY IF THERE IS EVEN THE HINT OF NOT GOING OUT. THE PLACE IS NOT IMPORTANT, THE EVENT IS IMPORTANT. SOMETIMES, JUST ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Change My Heart O God Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 19, 2011

Are we flexible or inflexible? Churches and Christians tend to lean more toward inflexibility with a “This is the way we’ve always done it" attitude.

A Jewish man moved into a Catholic neighborhood. Every Friday the Catholics went crazy because, while they were unhappily eating fish, the Jewish man was outside bar-b-cuing steaks. So the Catholics went to work to convert him. Finally by threats and pleading, the Catholics succeeded. They took ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Christian Church