Sermons on Inflated Opinion:

Why Religion Doesn't Work

Contributed by Mark Armstrong on Aug 3, 2009

The folly of false religions. Only fullness and freedom are found in Christ.

The setting is the front of a small church. The pastor says from the pulpit, ‘I’ve misplaced my sermon notes, so I’m just going to read from this devotional—if I can find it here. While I look, maybe the choir can lead us in a hymn’. He glances at the choir which has one person.   The choir ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:16-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Embracing Grace Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Oct 24, 2010

God’s Grace is something that is kinda simple but kinda hard to really understand. What does it mean to embrace God’s grace?

At the beginning of our current series on the book of Romans, I mentioned that one of the reasons that Paul wrote the book in the first place was to speak to some misunderstandings that had been circulating in the early church about his teachings in general. Nowhere was Paul more misunderstood ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Loaves, Fishes And Christmas Trees Series

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Jun 24, 2016

A sermon for our once a year Giving Sunday

It was a hot long day … not the first hot long day. The crowds had been there three days now. The disciples could see their excitement as they listened to the master. You could see that look in their eyes as they just had to listen to every word he said. But after three days of listening and ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6-12

Denomination: Anglican

The Book Of Galatians – Chapter 4:8-11 - Message 14 - Do Not Become Wallowing Sows In Bondage – Protect Your Freedom In Christ Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jun 1, 2024

The Galatians had exchanged the bondage of idolatry for the bondage of the Law. False teachers promise freedom but chain their adherents in bonds. Our freedom in Christ must be protected. Do not use your freedom as an excuse to sin.

THE BOOK OF GALATIANS – CHAPTER 4:8-11 - MESSAGE 14 - DO NOT BECOME WALLOWING SOWS IN BONDAGE – PROTECT YOUR FREEDOM IN CHRIST [PART A] Galatians 4:8 However at that time, when you did not know God, you were slaves to those which by nature are no gods, Galatians 4:9 but now that you have come ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:8-11, 2 Peter 2:19-22, Colossians 2:20, Galatians 1:9, Galatians 5:1, 2 Peter 2:19, 2 Timothy 3:13, 1 Peter 2:16, Colossians 2:16-22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Seal Judgments - Part #1

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Dec 17, 2023

The breaking of the first 4 seals brings tremendous devastation and death to people who are confused, bewildered, amazed, perplexed looking for people who have suddenly been raptured.

The Seal Judgments Part #1 The Four Horsemen By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - For the past few weeks, I have been teaching from the Book of Revelation and I believe I am to stay here for a while until I go all the way through Revelation or until God says move on. I believe that there ...read more

Denomination: Apostolic

Great Commandment

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Oct 8, 2010

The silver thread running through Scripture is love.

Text: And He said to him, “You have answered rightly; do this and you will live” (Luke 10:28). Who was Jesus talking to when He gave the response, “You have answered rightly…?” He was talking to a lawyer who was testing Jesus. The lawyer asked Jesus, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-46

Denomination: Christian Church

When God Wants Someting Done He Is With You Uintil It Is Done Series

Contributed by Ed Mcneely on Jan 18, 2015

God uses our faith in accomplishing His will

WHEN GOD WANTS SOMETHING DONE He is with You until it's Done Esther 3-4 In this book of Esther, we see that faith is the universal currency in the Eternal Bank of Jesus Christ. This is a book that never mentions the name of God. Yet, He is all through it. At least in the Hebrew script, but He is ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Identification Verified Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 11, 2018

Message 9 in our exposition of Colossians dealing with our new identify in Christ.

Chico Alliance Church “Identification Verified” Review I. Paul exhibits proper prayer II. Paul exalts God’s terrific transfer program III. Paul explains his personal ministry 1:24-2:5 A. The heart of the minister B. The heart of the ministry 1. Christ indwells us 2. Christ ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-34

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Knock Down, Not Knocked Out

Contributed by Lynn Sims on Jan 18, 2025

In our spiritual journey, we may face setbacks, failures, and discouragement, but God calls us to rise up and continue fighting the good fight of faith.

Knocked Down, Not Knocked Out Key Scripture: “For though the righteous fall seven times, they rise again, but the wicked stumble when calamity strikes.” – Proverbs 24:16 “they rise again”. - Though God permit the hand of violence sometimes to spoil his tent, temptations to assail his mind, and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 24:16, Isaiah 40:31

Denomination: Other

God Sees All Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THE WAY OF THE WICKED IS NOT HIDDEN FROM THE EYES OF THE LORD

BIG IDEA: THE WAY OF THE WICKED IS NOT HIDDEN FROM THE EYES OF THE LORD KEY VERSES: 1) :11 The wicked deny that God sees 2) :14 The righteous testify that God sees I. (:1-2) THE RIGHTEOUS WRESTLE WITH THE DELAY IN GOD’S DELIVERANCE AND JUDGMENT A. (:1) The Why Question “Why dost Thou stand afar ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 10:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Antioch: A Model Church

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 10, 2005

A message encouraging the church to get involved in evangelism

ANTIOCH: A MODEL CHURCH Acts 11:19-30 INTRO: Any search for a model Church must inevitably begin in the New Testament. Generally speaking, the Jerusalem Church is considered the first Church, and we are indebted to it for many reasons. The influence of the Church ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-30

Denomination: Baptist

How Do I Face The Future

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 25, 2005

The future and its possibilities can be scary. Evil appears to be hiding around every corner. Our faith in God, though, gives us hope for the future and enables us to face the future with confidence and power.

Matthew 28:19-20 “How Do I Face the Future?” INTRODUCTION Times have changed. A few years ago, the future, which we faced, was filled with potential and possibilities. Nothing seemed impossible. The stock market was marking double and triple digit gains. The economy was expanding, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Make Family A Priority Series

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Jul 29, 2003

To stress the necessity of a child’s honoring his/her parents and the necessity of parents living a life worthy of honor.

The 10 Commandments #5: Make Family a Priority Text: Exodus 20:12 Thesis: To stress the necessity of a child’s honoring his/her parents and the necessity of parents living a life worthy of honor. Introduction: (1) America’s ambassador to Japan, Douglas MacArthur II, served as ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When Your Bubble Gets Busted

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Sep 27, 2002

Lifes Detours

WHEN YOUR BUBBLE GET’S BUSTED ESTHER 1:1-12 INTRO. ANGER, MALICE, DEPRESSION, DESPONDACY, AND RETAIATION, ARE OFTEN THE RESULTS OF HAVING OUR BUBBLES BUSTED. YES MY BROTHERS AND MY SISTERS, IF WE ARE HONEST, WE CAN ATTEST TO THE FACT THAT WE HAVE HAD OUR BUBBLES BUSTED AT ONE TIME OR ANOTHER. WE ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Third Way

Contributed by Kevin Barron on Dec 30, 2012

Jesus has a third way to deal with violence other than fight or flight!

THE THIRD WAY LUKE 6:27-38 MAY 2, 2012 OSCEOLA, AR CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE INTRO. It seems that our instinct when faced with violence is fight or flight. Those are the only two things we know how to do! Jesus, though, has a third way - nonviolent engagement. How does this work for him? I. TURN ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-38

Denomination: Methodist