Sermons on Misinterpreted:

Question About Heaven #2 Series

Contributed by Keith Foskey on May 10, 2005

QUESTION: I have heard Heaven mentioned as having different levels (i.e. 1st Heaven, 2nd Heaven, 3rd Heaven). Are there levels of Heaven?

Sermon Series: “Questioning the Faith” Sermon #3 “Question about Heaven #2” Text: I Corinthians 3:9-15 OPENING JOKE: “The Pastor and the Bus Driver” After the preacher died and went to heaven, he noticed that the church bus driver had been given a higher place than he had. “I don’t understand,” he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:9-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Mark Of Compassion Series

Contributed by Todd Stiles on Feb 8, 2007

Discover mark #2 that the cross leaves upon us in this exposition of Luke 23.

“The Mark of Compassion” Luke 23:26-43 (From video intro) That’s a poignant picture of grace, isn’t it? Calvary. It’s where forgiveness was finalized. It’s the epitome of compassion in action. Love on display. Grace poured out. As that image remains in your mind’s eye, may I remind you of at ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:1-43

Denomination: Baptist

Loving Bankruptcy Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 27, 2007

Love is the catalyst that brings value to the believer’s God-given spiritual gifts.

Living in Chapter 13 and Loving It (Part 1 of 4) Loving Bankruptcy 1 Cor. 13:1-3 Feb. 4, 2007 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction: A Illustration 1 There is a story about a man who was walking down the street. He passed a used-book store, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Revelation Series

Contributed by J. Brad Campbell on Jun 15, 2007

number six in a series dealing with spiritual blessings many times overlooked

Seven Spiritual Blessings Part 6 Revelation Foundational Text: Eph. 1:3-14 Text: Eph. 1:9-10 Intro: We have been looking for the past couple of weeks at spiritual blessings - These are blessings that we overlook many times - The reason it is so important for us to recognize and apply these ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do You See The Light? Series

Contributed by Adam Couchman on Jun 18, 2007

John 9 is a compelling chapter in John’s Gospel. The healing of the man born blind confronts us with our own spiritual blindness. As we read, we are confronted with the same question that Jesus presents him, "Do you believe in the Son of Man?" Jesus, the

John presents his gospel in much the same way that a lawyer presents evidence in a kind of divine trial. He compels his “jury” to make a decision for themselves about Jesus – “do you believe or not?” The gospel is often divided into two sections – the Book of Signs (chapters 1-12) and the Book of ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41

Denomination: Anglican

Love In Focus (Love In Various Relationships) Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 11, 2008

Like my glasses, Love focuses in different ways, varying in both intensity and style.

Love In Focus (topical) NOTE: When preached, I only got through half of this in 30 minutes, so I am doing part two (with some expansions) this week. 1. Affectionate Writing Can Reduce Cholesterol According to new research, writing down affectionate thoughts about close friends and family can ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Christian Citizenship

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Jul 12, 2008

It is inconceivable that God would have ordained government and then have His people stay out of it! And if we stay out of it, then I ask - who does that leave running this country? Use your head!

What are our duties, responsibilities and right In America? Why have so many Christians dropped out of sight and stepped back from speaking out on the major issues that America faces today? 4 Reasons Why Christians Have Dropped Out From The Social Issues Plaguing Our Nation: a. They See ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Heaven Only Knows

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on May 28, 2009

Heaven Only Knows

I. Introduction: A. Heaven Only Knows 1. As a child I now you will find it hard to believe but I was rather precocious, always talking and asking questions - why this why that? My mother would always try to answer my questions the best she could - but sometimes children’s questions are beyond ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-6

Denomination: United Methodist

The Brother I Wish I Had Series

Contributed by Robert Gallaty on Aug 6, 2007

James did not know Jesus as Lord and Savior while he was here, but he accepted him after his death. This introductory sermon explains the kind of attitude that is required to follow Jesus.

THE BROTHER I WISH I HAD James 1:1 What is the Book About? 1. To Correct a Corrupted faith that was Rapidly Seeping into the Church. Many were professing Christ bugt living immoral and unrighteous lives. Their Lives Didn’t match there their Profession Do you Know anyone like that? 2. To ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Bread Of Life Series

Contributed by Mike Parry on Aug 15, 2007

The key question for this sermon is: "What are you hungry for?" and answers with Jesus statement: "I AM the Bread of Life."

“The Bread of Life” The I AM statement of Jesus August 5, 2007 Text: John 6 Introduction: This morning we are beginning a new sermon series, The I AM statements of Jesus from the Gospel of John. Jesus made an incredible statement to the Jews in response to a discussion about the greatness of ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-70

Denomination: Baptist

Beware False Prophets

Contributed by William Mouser on Jun 6, 2005

At the end of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus warns his hearers against false prophets, giving them criteria by which they may recognize them when they come.

Beware False Prophets Deuteronomy 11:18 – 32, Psalm 31:1-5,19-24, Romans 3:21-25a,28, Matthew 7:21-27 I do not know many words spoken by Jesus which are more OBVIOUSLY compelling for Christians today that those read in the gospel appointed for today. These words appear at the very end of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-27

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Counterfeit Christianity: The Cult Connection

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Feb 12, 2005

With every ounce of religious freedom comes great weighty responsibility to defend religious truth. I firmly believe that we can know religious truth! Just as we know that there is truth in science and math, there is spiritual truth found only in Jesus

Counterfeit Christianity: The Cult Connection Jude 3,4 The year was 1783, when America officially recognized its independence from England. A fiery pastor named Ezra Stiles steps into his pulpit with a sermon entitled, “The United States Elevated to Glory and Honor”. In it he predicts that in due ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Amazed?

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Feb 26, 2005

Use several scriptures where the word amazed is used to describe peoples response to Jesus.

Are You amazed? Sometimes I think it is hard to amaze me any more. As a kid, I always watched the magician’s hands. Occasionally, I cause them reaching in a pocket or flipping the platter over before the Audience could see the bowl was glued to the surface or the levitating lady was on a firm ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:47-48

Denomination: Congregational

Got Any Rivers? Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Jul 22, 2005

6th in long series on Joshua. This speaks of having the courage to cross the rivers that build up before us.

Joshua 3:1-17; 4:10-18 – Got Any Rivers? Today we are continuing through our studies in the OT book of Joshua. Today we are looking at chapters 3 and 4, which make up one of my very favorite Bible stories. Let’s read 3:1-17 and 4:10-18. Now, the Israelites are poised at the eastern side of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Tell It To The Church, Last

Contributed by William Mouser on Sep 4, 2005

Many misunderstand and misapply Jesus’ instruction to his disciples, concerning how to handle a brother who sins against another Christian. This homily outlines the correct response.

Deut. 19: 15-20, 1 Tim. 5:17:24; Matthew 18:15-20 Tell it to the Church, Last Sometimes people criticize the Christian faith because of the complicated, confusing, or mysterious things it contains. A good answer to that critique is to admit that the Bible has confusing, complicated, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican