Sermons on Half Truths:

A Full House

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 2, 2002

God wants HIs house full. It is evident He is not content with half full churches as seen through the parable of the Great Supper.

A FULL HOUSE LUKE 14:16-24 INTRODUCTION: Jesus was the dinner guest of a ruler of the Pharisees. At the dinner one of the guests hearing Christ speak, expressed a view held by many Jews that only Jews would be invited to the great feast of the Messianic kingdom. They were content to maintain ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:16-24

Denomination: Baptist

An Honest Heart Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 27, 2011

Jesus had an honest heart and so must we, because we are his followers.

Introduction: A. Jim Harte sent me a story this week, and it is a perfect story to begin with. B. The story is told of a teacher who asked her elementary school students what their favorite animal was. 1. One little boy said, “Fried chicken.” a. The teacher said that he wasn't funny, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Taking Evangelism Off The Table

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 19, 2019

A shocking survey result from a recent Barna demands that we reassess why evangelism is so essential.

A SHOCKING SURVEY RESULT: In a recent Barna survey, nearly half of practicing Christian millennials said that evangelism is wrong. - Matthew 28:18-20. - After more than 20 years of being a pastor, it’s rare than I read anything that makes me say, “Whoa.” I’ve read too many “debased culture” ...read more

Scripture: John 14:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

Misinterpretation/Misrepresentation: It's All About Truth Part 2 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jun 13, 2008

Part 2 of this series focuses on how we misinterpret ourselves and misrepresent Christ.

Misinterpretation; Misrepresentation: It’s About The Truth Part 2 Scriptures: 1 Timothy 4:12-16; 2 Timothy 1:5-7; 2:1, 15; Galatians 2:11-14 Introduction: Last week I delivered Part one of this message on truth. My Focus last week was to set the stage with an explanation of the five senses ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Rock-Solid Truth About God's Salvation Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 22, 2021

God's salvation. . . 1. Comes from His mercy (vs. 15-24). 2. Makes us His people (vs. 25-26). 3. Will only reach a remnant (vs. 27-29). 4. Can only come by faith in Jesus Christ (vs. 30-33).

The Rock-Solid Truth about God's Salvation The Book of Romans Romans 9:15-33 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - August 28, 2016 (Revised March 22, 2021) BACKGROUND *In Romans 9-11, the Holy Spirit led Paul to discuss the Jewish nation. And Warren Wiersbe explained that Paul was ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:15-33

Denomination: Baptist

Thinking Man’s Religion

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Dec 3, 2011

He wants your relationship with Him to make sense! He don’t want you to follow Him blindly, or be a robot.

Matthew 18:12-12“What do you think? If a man has a hundred sheep, and one of them goes astray, does he not leave the ninety-nine and go to the mountains to seek the one that is straying? 13And if he should find it, assuredly, I say to you, he rejoices more over that sheep than over the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:12

Denomination: Baptist

How To Have Joy In Serving Series

Contributed by James Mccullen on May 6, 2005

Beginning the series in James we focus on the Joy of Serving. James the half brother of Jesus leads the way as a joyful servant

HOW TO HAVE JOY IN SERVING James 1:1-4 (NASB) (1) James, a bond-servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes who are dispersed abroad, greetings. {2} Consider it all joy, my brethren, when you encounter various trials, {3} knowing that the testing of your faith produces ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4

Denomination: *other

You Can Count On It Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 30, 2023

This is the 9th Sermon in the Series "Jesus' Half Brother- James". This Series is from the Book of James.

Series: Jesus’ Half Brother- James [#9] YOU CAN COUNT ON IT James 4:13-5:12 Introduction: I was talking with my boss about some people being mad it me; and he gave me a great response- “This I know, tonight the sun will go down, and tomorrow the sun will come up.” In our passage, there are ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Importance Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 30, 2023

This is the 10th Sermon in the Series "Jesus' Half Brother- James". This Series is from the Book of James.

Series: Jesus’ Half Brother- James [#10] IMPORTANCE OF PRAYER James 5:13-20 Introduction: It is interesting how people think. They believe that just because they do something good that God owes them; or just because they show up to Church means that God gives them bonus points; or because they ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-20

Denomination: Baptist

A Letter Of War Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 28, 2023

This is the 1st Sermon in the Series "Jesus' Half Brother- Jude". This Series is from the Book of Jude.

Series: Jesus’ Half Brother- Jude [#1] A LETTER OF WAR Jude 1:1-4 Introduction: Last week, we finished the Book of James. This week, we will begin studying the Book from another ½ brother of Jesus- Jude. All that you have to do is read the newspaper, listen to the radio, watch tv, or ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Satan's Secret Agents Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 28, 2023

This is the 2nd Sermon in the Series "Jesus' Half Brother- Jude". This Series is from the Book of Jude.

Series: Jesus’ Half Brother- Jude [#2] SATAN’S SECRET AGENTS Jude 1:5-13, 16-19 Introduction: As we continue our study on the “War On Terror”, let’s identify those who are on the “Most Wanted” list. Who are some of the enemies’ top agents from the past and the present? What are their ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:5-13, Jude 1:16-19

Denomination: Baptist

Final Destination Of God's Enemies Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 6, 2023

This is the 3rd Sermon in the Series "Jesus' Half Brother- Jude". This Series is from the Book of Jude.

Series: Jesus’ Half Brother- Jude [#3] FINAL DESTINATION OF GOD’S ENEMIES Jude 1:14-15 Introduction: One of the most asked questions through the ages has been, “What happens to you when you die”? The answers vary upon religious beliefs; but the true answer is found in the Bible. What happens ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Your Spiritual Responsibilities Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 11, 2023

This is the 4th Sermon in the Series "Jesus' Half Brother- Jude". This Series is from the Book of Jude.

Series: Jesus’ Half Brother- Jude [#4] YOUR SPIRITUAL RESPONSIBILITIES Jude 1:20-25 Introduction: As we complete this study on the ½ Brothers of Jesus and the Book of Jude, we need to notice that the focus is taken off of the false prophets, false teachers, and counterfeit Christians; and ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:20-25

Denomination: Baptist

Walk The Walk Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 19, 2023

This is the 3rd Sermon in the Series "Jesus' Half Brother- James". This Series is from the Book of James.

Series: Jesus’ Half Brother- James [#3] WALK THE WALK James 1:18-27 Introduction: Talk is cheap. It is easy to tell people things; but to prove it, that is a different story. Christianity is the same way. You can tell everyone how spiritual you are, but to prove it is different. An important ...read more

Scripture: James 1:18-27

Denomination: Baptist

Favoritism Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 19, 2023

This is the 4th Sermon in the Series "Jesus' Half Brother- James". This Series is from the Book of James.

Series: Jesus’ Half Brother- James [#4] FAVORITISM James 2:1-13 Introduction: What does a Christian look like? You don’t know what’s inside a person by what they look like. Many people make their decision about a person based upon their appearance, or their color of skin, or their age, or ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Denomination: Baptist