Sermons on Modern Idols:

Values

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 19, 2004

?” He goes on to say that they teach against stealing, committing adultery and having idols but they are guilty of doing these things of which they are telling others not to do.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: Tony Campolo says that his wife is a brilliant woman. She has a PhD degree and is capable of pursuing a very profitable career. But she elected to stay home with her children when they were young. Her decision didn’t bother her at all except when other women would ask, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:17-24

Denomination: Baptist

"What's Wrong With Pleasure?" Ecc. Pt 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 22, 2007

What is wrong with the pursuit of pleasure? Answer: It will become a tyrannical god – an idol that will never satisfy – it will never bring eternal meaning to your life.

“What is wrong with pleasure?” Ecclesiastes Pt. 2 Illustration: My timer is set for 30 minutes again: You may be thinking, “How many people will die in the world in 30 minutes?” The answer is 3,240 people. But here is a major problem - It is estimated that only 7% of the world’s population is ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Appease The Wrath Of God Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Aug 21, 2016

In this chapter, we are going to talk about how the Philistines succeeded in appeasing the wrath of an angry God in spite of the fact that they were idols worshipers.

Last week, we talked about the mighty hands of God. We said that we could either be engraved in the palm of His hands as a sign of His love and protection or fall into the hands of an angry God as a sign of judgment and punishment to sin. As much as possible, we want to be obedient to Him and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 6:1-20

Denomination: Nazarene

Dinah Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 16, 2022

The Tribe of Levi would demonstrate their absolute commitment to Moses' leadership by killing all the people involved in idol worship, but their anger was misdirected.

Dinah Dinah is the seventh child and only daughter of Jacob and Leah. Shechem asked his father to attain Dinah as a wife for him. At this time in history, it is not unusual for marriages to be arranged in this manner. Here, Hamor is making the arrangements for the marriage between Shechem and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 34:31

Denomination: Baptist

The Consequences Of Idolatry And God's Punishment On Families Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 10, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore biblical examples of God's punishment on families who worshiped idols and false gods.

The Bible warns us about the dangers of idolatry, emphasizing that worshiping false gods and idols can have severe consequences, not only for individuals but also for their families. In this sermon, we'll explore biblical examples of God's punishment on families who worshiped idols and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:3-5, Leviticus 10:1-3

The Yellow Ribbon

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Aug 26, 2003

A modern story of the Prodigal Son from the song: ’Tie a Yellow Ribbon Around the Old Oak Tree’

Jesus told a story of a man who had two sons. The younger son was discontented with life at home and he said to his father, ’Father, I want right now what’s coming to me.’ So the father divided the property between his sons and the younger packed his bags and left for a distant country. He was a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:18-24

Denomination: Baptist

Warning: Children At Wrisk

Contributed by Gregory Penna on May 1, 2003

This was a sermon originally preached on mother’s day and it deals with difficulties in training children in our modern world.

Several years ago my family and I were visiting the French Quarter in New Orleans. We were taking in the sites and enjoying begnets and coffee. While we were there we stumbled accross two transvestites. These guys where painted in gold from head to toe and they were calling out for my son to ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:25-31

Denomination: Baptist

Supper With The Savior

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Aug 13, 2005

This is a monologue done in first person by David and is a reinactment of Psalm 51 presented in modern day situation and dialogue.

“Supper with the Savior” Monologue from Psalm 51 Created by ©Dr. Larry L. Thompson (2005) Scene opens with modern day David entering stage area where you find a table for two that is stylishly set representing an upscale restaurant. David enters with brief case speaking as if talking to the maitre ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus: The Way, The Truth And The Life

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Oct 17, 2004

Jesus Christ said that He is the Way, the Truth and the Life. This sermon explores what this means in modern life.

CATM Sermon - Jesus is the Way, the Truth and the Life - John 14:1-10 How many of you here this afternoon can draw, or paint? I can’t draw to save my life. It takes all of my creative energy to put together a very sad looking stick-man. You’d think with my dad being an artist, some of ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Every Day I Screamed, Hoping Someone Would Hear Me".

Contributed by John Mayes on Jan 28, 2006

This is a modern-day story of the Parable of the Lost Sheep as reported in the Dallas Morning News, January 28, 2006.

A modern-day parable of the Lost Sheep. In Matthew 18:12-14, Jesus tells the story of the Lost Sheep. When the man who ownes 100 sheep discovers that he has one missing, he leaves the 99 in search of the one that became lost. If he finds the lost sheep that wandered off, he brings it back to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:12-14, Matthew 18:10-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who's Second In Your Life?

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Mar 31, 2003

Ancient Obadiah teaches us modern lessons that help us express love toward our neighbors.

Who is Second? Jesus declared that, after our devotion to God, as involved in the first and great commandment, that there is a second that is “like to it.” So, there’s a second commandment that is, also, of incredible importance and position in God’s scheme of things. We call it the second great ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:39, Obadiah 1:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What The Church Needs To See

Contributed by J. Darren Duncan on Jan 22, 2014

NEEDS OF THE CHURCH: This message will help to Define the Church and identify some key problems with the modern day church.

“WHAT THE CHURCH NEEDS TO SEE” Revelation 3:14-20 Introduction: The church is a ministry of born again believers carrying on the work of Christ in winning lost souls and education the children of God so they might grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord. The last part of verse 18 ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-20

Denomination: Baptist

Grace At Work 12 - Evangelists Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Feb 3, 2013

The Ministry Gifts - Evangelists Was the gospel you received "Good News"? Are modern televangelists accurate representatives of this gift?

Dakota Community Church February 3, 2013 Grace at Work - 12a Evangelist Ephesians 4:11-13 11 It was he who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, 12 to prepare God’s people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-13

Denomination: Mennonite

Being Satisfied With What We Have

Contributed by Gregory Lilly on May 3, 2013

The most common sin in our modern world is covetousness. What is it and how can we avoid it?

Hebrews 13:5 Intro: The most common sin in our modern world is covetousness. Covetousness is defined as an intense desire for success no matter what the cost. It has also been defined as that sinful desire to attain your dreams and goals without relying upon God for assistance. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:5

Denomination: Baptist

Hungering And Thirsting For Righteousness And My Digital Device

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Oct 23, 2017

Faith today faces a challenge in the modern culture of technology, which in turn is also an obstacle to contemplative life.

“Faith today faces a challenge in the modern culture of technology, which in turn is also an obstacle to contemplative life. The problem is not technology in itself, but a certain poverty of spiritual intelligence resulting from a predominate exercise of the mind. The drive for efficiency and ...read more

Denomination: Catholic