Sermons on Illusion:

What Does It Take To Live The Christian Life? Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jun 26, 2015

PROBABLY ONE OF THE MOST BASIC QUESTIONS WE ASK OURSELVES AS A FOLLOWER OF CHRIST IS, “HOW DOES SOMEONE GO ABOUT LIVING THE CHRISTIAN LIFE?”, OR, “WHAT ARE THE CHARACTERISTICS OF LIVING FOR CHRIST?”

WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO LIVE THE CHRISTIAN LIFE? Philippians 2:17-24 But even if I am being poured out as a drink offering upon the sacrifice and service of your faith, I rejoice and share my joy with you all. 18  You too, I urge you, rejoice in the same way and share your joy with me. 19  But I hope ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:17-24

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing The Good Shepherd: Transformed By The Truth John 10:14-15 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 28, 2024

In the timeless words of John 10:14-15, we find Jesus revealing Himself as the Good Shepherd. Today, let's journey into the profound truth embedded in these verses, exploring the transformative power of knowing and being known by the Shepherd of our souls.

Knowing the Good Shepherd: Transformed by the Truth John 10:14-15 Introduction: In the timeless words of John 10:14-15, we find Jesus revealing Himself as the Good Shepherd. Today, let's journey into the profound truth embedded in these verses, exploring the transformative power of knowing and ...read more

Scripture: John 10:14-15, Psalm 139:1-2, Isaiah 43:1, Romans 5:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Deception Of False Prophets Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 15, 2025

In this sermon , we will explore bizarre behaviors of false prophets that we should be aware of.

As believers, we are warned in the Bible to be cautious of false prophets who seek to deceive and lead us astray. In these end times, it is essential to discern the true prophets from the false ones. In this sermon , we will explore bizarre behaviors of false prophets that we should be aware ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:13-15, 1 Timothy 4:1-3

The Heart Of Flesh PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 10, 2024

This sermon explores God's transformative power to change hardened hearts, His promise of restoration, and the hope found in spiritual renewal amidst life's challenges. Key

Greetings, beloved, in the matchless name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. I am so thankful to be standing before you today, under the banner of His grace, ready to share the richness of His Word. We live in a world that often feels like a desert, parched and barren. The challenges of life can ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:22-38

Topics: Exile, Restoration, Renewal

What Christians Think About The World Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 17, 2001

Five key concepts about what Christians believe about the world for seekers investigating the Christian faith.

Is life nothing more than a roulette wheel? Are the life circumstances you and I face nothing more than random, chance events bouncing into our lives like a ball randomly spins on a roulette wheel? A roulette wheel is driven by chance. In fact, if it’s not, they say the wheel is rigged. Is life on ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-31, Colossians 1:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When It Doesn't Get Better

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 10, 2007

Five things to do when it doesn’t get better

When It Doesn’t Get Better 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - July 8, 2007 *Have you ever been in a situation where there was nothing you could do to make it better? -No matter how hard you tried, how much you spent, how much you argued, how much you ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

He Is With Me Series

Contributed by J.d. Tutell on Jan 24, 2011

Even in the Valley of the Shadow of Death our Shepherd is with us.

Three buddies die in a car and go to heaven for an orientation. They are all asked, "When you are in your casket and friends and family are mourning over you, what would you like to hear them say about you?" The first guy says, "I would like to hear them say that I was a great doctor of my time, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

How Is Christianity Different From World Religions? Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 20, 2009

We live in a world where there is a mixture of cultures, nations, races and religions on an unprecedented scale. In 24 hours it is possible to reach almost anywhere in the world and the advances in modern broadcasting allows us to experience ‘live’ event

How is Christianity different from world religions? We live in a world where there is a mixture of cultures, nations, races and religions on an unprecedented scale. In 24 hours it is possible to reach almost anywhere in the world and the advances in modern broadcasting allows us to experience ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Justice Is Broken Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 17, 2022

In the midst of a world that cannot be controlled by us, we must seek God and find in Him answers and control.

WISE LIVING: JUSTICE IS BROKEN Ecclesiastes 3:1-22 #wiseliving2022 READ ECCLESIASTES CHAPTER 3:1-22 [Person from the Congregation] INTRODUCTION… Roller Coasters (p) I was trying to think back this week to the first roller coaster I ever went on. Strange thought, I know. I remember going to Six ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Lukewarm Church PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 20, 2025

Jesus lovingly exposes our self-sufficiency, invites us to deeper dependence on Him, and offers restoration, hope, and true riches for our lukewarm hearts.

Some of us walked in today with a smile for the foyer and a sigh for the soul. Bills on the counter, deadlines on the calendar, questions on the heart. And yet, here we are, gathering around a Letter from Jesus to an ancient church in a city called Laodicea—a church with polished doors and tepid ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-21

Topics: Lukewarmness, Laodicea, Disgust

The Death Of Deliverance-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 29, 2010

Part 2 of a 2-part sermon. Mark related/described the chain of events surrounding Jesus’ death. Certain events transpired in bringing about the death of our Deliverance. But when does Deliverance die? 5 assumptions ensuring the death of Deliverance.

The DEATH of DELIVERANCE-II—Mark 15:1-47 Need: To grasp the significance of Jesus’ death on the cross & thus to wrest the Easter season from the confines of secular thinking. Mk. 9:30-32—“Then they departed from there & passed through Galilee, & He did not want anyone to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:1-47

Denomination: Baptist

Does God Really Help In Times Of Trouble

Contributed by David Tullock on Feb 12, 2003

Discovering ways God promises to deliver us in times of trouble

How Does God Help in Times of Trouble Isaiah 40:27-31 Fifth Sunday After Epiphany February 9, 2003 One of the most perceptive Christian writers of the 20th century was C. S. Lewis. Lewis was a bachelor until his late fifties and then ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:27-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Be Still My Soul

Contributed by Daryl Bahn on Oct 1, 2001

Our troubled souls can find rest in Jesus, who has delivered us. (17th Sunday After Pentecost, Year C)

Listening is an important skill—and one that is not always easy to find or develop. To listen—to really listen—requires patience and effort. The beauty of listening is that without saying a word, we can communicate to somebody that we really care about them and are interested in them as a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Only One Salvation

Contributed by William D. Brown on Mar 29, 2008

THERE ARE MANY RELIGIONS IN THE WORLD, BUT THERE IS ONLY ONE SALVATION

Some Of The Different Religions Let me say that there are many religions in the world, but only one salvation. eph 4:4There is one body, and one Spirit, even as ye are called in one hope of your calling; 5One Lord, one faith, one baptism, 6One God and Father of all, who is above all, ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 2:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

Disillusioned Series

Contributed by Tim Hinrichs on Sep 4, 2012

It's easy to be disillusioned about God when he doesn't do what we expect but in reality we are disillusioned about ourselves and don't really know God.

Have you ever been disillusioned? What does it mean? To open someone’s eyes; to shatter someone’s illusions; to pop or break someone’s bubble and to prick or put a pin in someone’s balloon. This expression refers to the fragile nature of both soap bubbles and human ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:13-18

Denomination: Lutheran