Sermons on Heretical Teachings:

What Is A Parable? Introduction Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 16, 2025

A miracle is the truth of God in works.

A. WHAT IS A PARABLE? 1. A parable is a story. a. Actions that lead to a conclusion. b. Actors who are people. c. Narrative or interaction. 2. That is true to life. Parables are not myths about flying horses, or talking objects in nature. 3. But not a historical event. The story did not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:12

Denomination: Baptist

The Transformative Power Of Divine Love SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

Love inspires us. Inspiration is simply being touched by the Spirit. And God has touched us by His Spirit because of love.

Love is a powerful force that can inspire and transform us. It has the ability to touch our hearts and change our lives. In this sermon, we will explore how love inspires, transforms, and empowers us to live a life that reflects God's love. Love has the ability to inspire us and ignite a passion ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:13-21

Topics: Jesus Teachings, Divine Love

Embracing Change: Lessons From Jesus SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023

Jesus prayed and relied on the Holy Spirit for every change. Even at the times of Christ’s greatest popularity He knew that only the Spirit produces lasting change.

Can change truly happen? Many of us make New Year's resolutions, hoping to bring about personal transformation. However, change is often met with resistance, as people prefer the familiar. Even when individuals claim to have experienced a spiritual rebirth, skepticism arises. But the Bible tells us ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:16-17

Topics: Jesus Teachings, Embracing Change

Embracing A New Beginning SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

This sermon focuses on the teachings of Jesus as outlined in Matthew 6, providing guidance for the New Year.

Today, I want to talk about a section of the Beatitudes found in Matthew 6. This portion of scripture is not more important than the rest of the Beatitudes, but I believe that the Spirit of God is leading me to discuss it as a foundation for the rest of 2014. Matthew 6:1-4 says, "Be careful not to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-34

Topics: New Year, Jesus' Teachings

Uncomfortable Truth PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 23, 2025

True discipleship means trusting and following Jesus even when his words challenge us, because only he offers the life our hearts truly need.

Friends, I’m so glad you’re here. Some of us arrive with hearts humming like a highway—noise and nagging worries at every mile marker. Others walk in weary, wanting a word that steadies the soul and stills the storm inside. Jesus meets us here. He speaks not to impress but to impart life. He ...read more

Scripture: John 6:60-69

Topics: Hard Truths, Difficult Teachings

Why Jesus Did Teach His Disciples To Not Find The Will Of God Through Consensus

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

There is a treasure you can own That’s greater than a crown or throne; This treasure is a conscience clear That brings the sweetest peace and cheer

Why Jesus Did Teach His Disciples to Not Find the Will of God Through Consensus (Mark 8:33-37) Illustration: The much-loved children’s story Pinocchio is about a wooden puppet whose nose grows long when he tells a lie. His friend Jiminy Cricket chirps, "Let your conscience be your guide." ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Teach People The Secrets Of A Good Conscience

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. The Holy Spirit helps us teach people how to develop a good conscience through Spirit led self-discipline.

1. The Holy Spirit helps us teach people how to develop a good conscience through Spirit led self-discipline. Paul wrote, "Therefore I always exercise and discipline myself (mortifying my body, deadening my carnal affections, bodily appetites and worldly desires, endeavoring in all respects to have ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:13-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Straight Talk About Sex – What Does The Bible Teach About Sex Series

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 20, 2006

A Series for youth on sex and sexuality

Straight talk about Sex – What does the Bible Teach about Sex Gladstone Baptist Church – 28/8/05 pm Little Billy took his girlfriend downtown to get married. The marriage license clerk smiled and explained that they were both much too young. Little Billy asked, "Could you give us a learners’ ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

What The Lord's Prayer Teaches Us About Fellowship And Community

Contributed by Matthew Redder on May 4, 2018

In the Lords Prayer as seen in Matthew 6:9-15 Jesus not only teaches us HOW to pray but also gives us insight into how he views the community of faith.

There are many cases to be made for the community versus the isolated individual. Not only do we see a biblical theme that rebukes isolationism, but one that admonishes our need for one another. One of the strongest biblical arguments for the community comes from the Lord’s prayer as seen in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:23, Acts 2:44-47, Ephesians 4:15-16, 1 Peter 2:4-5, Matthew 6:9-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"what Forty Days Can Teach Us" Lent I

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Feb 17, 2021

A story from Aesop's fables, reminding us that "Satan" will say what ever is necessary to get us to do his bidding and disobey our Lord. "all have sinned"... overcome temptation by "listening to the voice of the Holy Spirit", know the word of God.

In Jesus Holy Name Lent I February 21, 2021 Text: Mark 1:12-13 Redeemer “What Forty Days Can Teach Us” About 2,500 years ago, a fellow by the name of Aesop told a tale. This fable of Aesop begins with a sad, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:12-13, Colossians 2:14

Denomination: Lutheran

The Four Beasts Of Daniel 7 (Prologue To Rev 13 Teaching, Part 1) Series

Contributed by Pastor Jeff Hughes on Jan 10, 2014

Message from Daniel 7 to interpret the Beasts in Revelation 13

The ABCs Must Precede The XYZs Take a look at our Scripture. Now being honest, it sure sounds like something a bad dream, a real nightmare or maybe a bad drug trip! This passage of Scripture is obviously one that is symbolic in nature, and not literal. However, how in the world do we ever ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 7:1-17

Denomination: Bible Church

The Virgin Mary Has So Much To Teach Us As The Fountain Of Faith, And Grace

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Dec 21, 2014

We always know who Mary was the mother of our Lord, but forget that for a moment, and focus on her faith and her calling, and you will see how powerful and relevant that is for us today. Read on and enjoy !!!

This sermon (Advent 2 year B) was delivered to St Oswald’s in Maybole, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 7th December 2014 by Gordon McCulloch (a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries). Summary: We always know who Mary was, but forget that for a moment, and focus on her ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-38

Denomination: Episcopal

Grace's Teaching: Transformed By Truth Titus 2:1-15 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 3, 2024

In Titus 2 (NLT), the apostle Paul speaks of God's transformative truth that leads to godly living. Join me in exploring the profound impact of God's grace and truth in the process of transformation.

Grace's Teaching: Transformed by Truth Titus 2:1-2 (NLT) "As for you, Titus, promote the kind of living that reflects wholesome teaching. Teach the older men to exercise self-control, to be worthy of respect, and to live wisely. They must have sound faith and be filled with love and ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-12, Titus 2:11, Ephesians 2:8-9, Titus 2:12, John 8:31-32, Romans 12:1-2, Titus 2:1-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

When God Teaches His People To Obey (Exodus 16:1-33) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Feb 23, 2022

God breaks his people from a slave mentality, and teaches them a better way to live.

Let's start today by rereading last week's little passage, Exodus 15:22-27: (22) And Moses led Israel from the Sea of Reeds, and they went out to the wilderness of Shur, and they walked three days in the wilderness, and they didn't find water, (23) and they came to Marah/Bitter, and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:1-33

"let God Arise" Is The Easter Celebration Message. (Series Of Teachings) Series

Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on Mar 14, 2023

"Let God arise," is a call for God to reveal His power and sovereignty, to act on behalf of His people, and to bring justice to the world. It expresses trust in God's ability to intervene and make a difference in our lives.

"Let God arise" is the Easter celebration message. (Series of teachings) Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel, March 14, 2023 PART ONE: LET GOD ARISE Psalm 44:26 "Rise up, be our help, and redeem us for the sake of Your lovingkindness." INTRODUCTION What does ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 44:26

Denomination: Pentecostal