Sermons on Love Vs Lust:

Mystery Vs Magic

Contributed by Howard Gunter on May 27, 2018

We just must understand that there is no Magic in the bible, but there sure is plenty of Mystery.

Weekend Message/Devotion May 27, 2018 John 3:1-17 Mystery vs Magic I enjoy a good mystery. As I read or watch a mystery, I find myself engrossed in looking for clues in hopes of solving the mystery for myself prior to it being revealed in the reading or program. In today’s gospel reading, ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hushai Vs. Ahithophel

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 30, 2015

To show what a worldly advise can do to you.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you give good or godly advise? Godly advise. It's always in the WORD. Proverbs 28:26 (Amplified Bible) 28:26 He who leans on, trusts in, and is confident of his own mind and heart is a [self-confident] fool, but he who walks in skillful and godly Wisdom shall be delivered. II. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 17:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Faith Vs. Faith"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Feb 5, 2015

In Super Bowl 49 two teams verse each other so does our different types of faith verses each other. We chose the winner.

Faith Vs Faith Today the Seattle Sea Hawks vs the New England Patriots in Super Bowl 49. I don’t know what kind of faith you have but maybe we have different faith at different times on our lives. Faith is important at ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1

Denomination: Methodist

Wvu Vs. Marshall

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Aug 31, 2011

The sermon is based upon the powers we need to win at life and these same powers will boost the Mountaineers or the Thundering Herd to win the game today. Go eers!

Hebrews 12:1-4 WVU vs. Marshall In order for either the Mountaineers or the Marshall thundering Herd to win the game today they need the following powers: 1. In order to win one must “Have Heart Power”. A. Hebrews 12:3Consider him who endured such opposition from sinful men, so that ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

Corona Vs Christ Series

Contributed by James Greer on Mar 18, 2020

Stress is often a result of us thinking and trying to be in control. Corona teaches how little control we really have!

Corona Vs. Christ 2 Timothy 1:7, NKJV Stress and fear are really nothing more than the false perception we are in control; the more we try to be in control the more things get out of control. Simply action steps to take during this unprecedented challenge. Fear in most cases is fake, but in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7

Reputation Vs. Character

Contributed by Wes Gunther on Mar 19, 2019

Christ put off His reputation but never wavered on His character.

Made Himself of no Reputation Philippians 2:7-10 I. We value our Reputation a. We build our reputation through i. Experience ii. Time iii. Rapport iv. Hard work b. Our reputation can be easily lost i. One accusation ii. One indiscretion ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:7

Catholicism Vs The Bible

Contributed by Michael Grant on Oct 7, 2016

Does Roman Catholicism contradict Biblical Christianity?

To some people Roman Catholicism is just another Christian Church. Sure there are some differences after all they focus more on Mary and they pray to the Saints. They follow the teachings of the Pope while other professing Christians do not. A Roman Catholic Bible even has more books that our ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 17:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Awesome Vs. Foolish Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Jan 20, 2022

Faith can appear to look foolish, and foolishness can appear to look like faith. It is what God has to say about the situation that determines if it is faith or foolish. So, I better be listening to God.

INTRODUCTION In the Book of Hebrews, in the chapter that people refer to as the heroes of faith chapter, there is an interesting verse, if you take the time to sit down and dwell upon it. It is verse 29 and it says: Hebrews 11:29 (NKJV) 29 By faith they (referring to the Israelites) passed through ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:29

Denomination: Baptist

God Vs. Egypt Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jul 29, 2022

The 10 plagues were not a mere battle of wills between Moses and Pharaoh. This was spiritual warfare. A conflict between the God of Israel and the gods of Egypt.

July 30, 2022 When we left Moses, he was on his way back to Egypt. Having finally arrived, he and Aaron went immediately to the elders of Israel. Aaron told them everything that had happened and performed the signs before them ---- and they believed!!! • Exodus 4:31 - …. And when they heard ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 6:1-8

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Nature Vs. Nurture

Contributed by Mitchell Leonard on Jan 11, 2025

A sermon to adults on the importance of reaching the next generation.

1/12/25 A.M. Psalms 78:1-8 Have you ever heard the phrase Nature vs. Nurture? How much of WHO YOU ARE is due to NATURE, your GENETICS and how much is due to NURTURE, your SURROUNDINGS, the way you were RAISED? ILLUS: I saw a program the other day about a couple who were ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Righteousness Vs. Unrighteousness Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 29, 2025

The Bible teaches that humanity is divided into two distinct categories: the righteous and the unrighteous.

The Bible teaches that humanity is divided into two distinct categories: the righteous and the unrighteous. This distinction is not based on human merit or achievement, but rather on one's relationship with God and their adherence to His commandments. What is Righteousness? Righteousness is ...read more

Fulfilling God’s Purpose

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Feb 28, 2013

To accomplish God’s good purpose, we are to respect all people, love other believers, fear God, and honor those who rule over us - even when something doesn’t seem good to us. These kinds of actions may fan a spark of belief in those who observe our respo

Opening illustration: Sometimes when I want to start a fire, the wind puts it out. But when I try to keep a fire burning, wind keeps it going. So, in the first situation, I label wind “bad” because it thwarts my plans; in the other, I label it “good” because it helps me ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Desperate Housewives And Too Many Husbands Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Mar 26, 2014

Taking the Leap to something higher this summer will require embracing the hard sayings of Jesus. This week we continue with 2 "Hard Sayings" that deal with love and marriage, lust and divorce.

Desperate Housewives and Too Many Husbands Matt 5:27-32 7/7/2013 Introduction It was another interesting week in national news. The Huntingpost carried a story about a number of actresses. * Jessica Simpson * Scarlett Johansson * Megan Fox * Sarah Jessica Parker * Cameron Diaz * Reese ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-32

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Funeral For A Godly Man Who Loved The Lost

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 19, 2014

1. Think about the peace we can have from God (vs. 1-5). 2. Think about the people who can be saved by God (vs. 1-2 &6). 3. Think about the price that was paid by God (vs. 6-10).

Funeral for a Godly Man who Loved the Lost Romans 5:1-10 Sermon by Rick Crandall for Steve Silmon Graveside Service - March 28, 2014 Welcome Obituary Scripture *Steve picked out the Scripture for his funeral today. It's the passage that sits on top of his casket. And it's a testimony to Steve's ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

More Great Reasons To Live With Godly Love Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 4, 2024

We should live with godly love... 1. Because it gives us more assurance of our salvation (vs. 18-21). 2. Because it gives us more confidence when we pray (vs. 21-22). 3. Because we are born again believers in Jesus Christ (vs. 23). 4. Because the Holy Spirit is living in our hearts (vs. 24).

More Great Reasons to Live with Godly Love 1 John 3:16-24 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The First Epistle of John (Prepared January 4, 2024) BACKGROUND: *Most of us here know that the Apostle John was a very old man by the time he wrote this letter. Bible scholars estimate that it was written ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:16-24

Denomination: Baptist