Sermons on Love Versus Hypocrisy:

Hypocrisy Series

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Dec 9, 2003

Hypocrisy. A work we like to use on everyone but our selves. This sermon takes a look at hyposcrisy.

Romans 2:1-16 Getting on the same Page as God about Hypocrisy Introduction A. I admit I am still young. But I have learned a few things along the way B. You know what I have come to value the most C. An honest answer D. The one time when I was counseling I asked my guys were they stood as far as ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-16

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Hypocrisy

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 8, 2004

The hypocrisy of the of the scribes.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: One blistering hot day when they had guests for dinner, Mother asked 4-year old Johnny to return thanks. “But I don’t know what to say!” the boy complained. “Oh, just say what you hear me say” his mother replied. Obediently the boy bowed his head and mumbled, “Oh Lord, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:35-44

Denomination: Baptist

Hypocrisy Series

Contributed by Louis Mare on Jan 31, 2023

men's ministry on the topic of hypocrisy:

I. Introduction A. Definition of Hypocrisy B. Importance of avoiding hypocrisy in our lives as Christians C. Brief overview of the sermon II. The Bible's Perspective on Hypocrisy A. Matthew 23:27-28 - Jesus rebukes the religious leaders for their hypocrisy B. James 2:17-18 - The danger of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:27-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Conditional Versus Unconditional Love.

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Jan 20, 2001

Year C. Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany. January 28, 2001

Year C. Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany. January 28, 2001 Lord of the Lake Lutheran Church Web page http://lordofthelake.org By The Rev. Jerry Morrissey, Esq., Pastor E-mail pastor@southshore.com Luke 4: 21-30 Heavenly Father thank you for Jesus’ unconditional love. Amen. Title: “Conditional ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:21-30

Denomination: Lutheran

Respect Versus Contempt

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 13, 2021

All that is hateful and unloving is to some degree evil. Jesus says we need to be aware of this, and deal with it in its early stages, and so prevent all the serious consequences of thinking that negative attitudes are alright as long as you don't murder anyone.

Alexander the Great conquered the world, but anger conquered him, and turned him into a murderer. Like so many of the murders of history, it was not intended or designed. It happened because men do not understand that anger is the beginning of murder. Clitus, his best friend, was teasing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-26

Agape Love Versus Self-Centered Love

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Aug 9, 2018

The church in Corinth, like many modern churches, was in a great deal of trouble. Self-centered love and self pride was wreaking havoc. What's the answer?

If you would, please stand as we say together our memory Scripture for this quarter: Matthew 6:31-33 “Do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them. “But ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, John 13:34-35, Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Nazarene

Hate Hypocrisy

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Feb 25, 2009

Hypocrisy among believers is the excuse people use to justify not trusting Christ; hypocrisy kills and it is time we as believers draw close to our Savior living in the light in honesty and integrity.

Hypocrisy vs. Living in the light
 Stories!!!
 Hypocrisy is terrible - Any of you like hypocrites? 
 I’m not pointing any fingers but after hearing these stories I decided this was too important not to address it. 
 1 Cor.5:11 - You must not associate with anyone who calls ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:8-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Snare Of Hypocrisy

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jan 11, 2005

How hypocrisy ensnares our lives

Intro: We have spent the last few months considering times when failure in the eyes of the world, can really be a success in the eyes of God. However, we want to spend the next few weeks looking at snares that lead to failure, even in the lives of those who are otherwise successful. Even ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hypocrisy Kills

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Apr 28, 2025

Ananias and Sapphira

Hypocrisy Kills Acts 4:36-5:11 Good morning… I heard a story about a bad snowstorm that happened while one of the employees had a scheduled day off and stayed in bed. But just then, his phone rang. It was his boss asking him to come in to work because many of the employees called and said they ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Warnings On Hypocrisy Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Nov 8, 2010

To be called a hypocrite is one of the most hurtful criticisms there is, how do we avoid Hypocrisy?

Hypocrisy Clean on the outside and dirty on the inside. Wow! Jesus spoke about that concept a number of times throughout the gospels using word pictures like whitewashed tombs all clean and pretty on the outside and full of dead men’s bones on the inside. On my first trip to Africa one of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:1-10

Denomination: Wesleyan

Confronting Hypocrisy Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 12, 2019

Confronting Hypocrisy Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – August 11, 2019

Confronting Hypocrisy Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – August 11, 2019 Series #34 Text – Luke 11:37-48, 52-54 Note: The following notes area bit more extensive that what was shared. I use notes more as a guide…neither read nor memorized. In this case, some ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:37-48, Luke 11:52-54

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Beware Of Hypocrisy Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Aug 25, 2025

In His encounter with Pharisees and Scribes, Jesus discusses the characteristics of hypocrisy. To His disciples He notes the promises of hypocrisy with a stern warning. And yet, in the gospel, we find great hope for hypocrites.

It seems like nearly every month (maybe even more frequently if we look hard enough), we receive news about some Christian leader who fails morally, gets caught, and is removed from ministry. Whether it’s pastors, professors, performers, or politicians - failure happens. We see hypocrisy ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 24:20-21, Galatians 5:1, James 5:16, Philippians 2:12-13, Romans 8:1, Romans 5:1, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Isaiah 53:4, Proverbs 10:9, Revelation 20:11-14, Hosea 6:6, Psalm 32:1-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Hypocrisy And Darkness

Contributed by Dennis King on Nov 17, 2021

This epistle delves into chapter six of Matthew. There he provides a first-hand report of Jesus speaking and His words cast Christian reflections against the dark shadows of hypocrisy.

As recorded by Luke in chapter 12, Jesus began to speak to His disciples first of all, “Beware of the leaven of the Pharisees, which is hypocrisy. For there is nothing covered that will not be revealed, nor hidden that will not be known. Therefore whatever you have spoken in the dark will be heard ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:37, Matthew 6:19

Denomination: Baptist

No Room For Hypocrisy

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 13, 2025

At the Last Judgement, all of us will need to admit to our shortcomings. No whispered secrets, no dark meetings.

Friday of the 28th Week Integral 2025 One thing we can say about the Gospel writers’ style: they were working on expensive media like parchment or papyrus, so they did not waste words. Today Luke gives us what looks like a throw-away line at first: “So many people were crowding together that they ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-8, Psalm 32:1-2, Psalm 32:5, Psalm 32:11, Luke 12:1-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

The Dangers Of Hypocrisy

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 13, 2020

The fear of God will help us be faithful to God.

The Dangers of Hypocrisy Acts 5:1-11 Rev. Brian Bill January 11-12, 2020 Our family had a blast over Christmas as we all gathered in Virginia for a few days. We laughed a lot, ate a lot, and held our grandkids a lot. One morning our son-in-law Matt (the one who had heart surgery and the father ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11, Leviticus 10:1-2, Jeremiah 32:40, Hebrews 11:7

Denomination: Baptist