Sermons on Must Not Compromise:

Selling A Keepsake

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Sep 22, 2005

Compromised lately? If so,for what?

SELLING A KEEPSAKE I want to sell some things that may mean a lot to my family members so that I can do some things. I want to buy things, go places, feel good, and look good. My sister-in-law gave my wife her mother’s wedding rings, but I want to sell them. I’ve got my dad’s Bible ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

“the Importance Of Unity” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Dec 18, 2014

Unity is so important that those within the church must strive to maintain it.

Today we are starting a series that will be based on this passage in Ephesians. We are going to think together about unity in the church and what binds us together. Paul says that unity is so important, that we are to pursue it “making every effort.” (READ TEXT) In his book The ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Ministry Of The Church In The Last Days

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Apr 4, 2020

THE MINISTRY OF THE CHURCH IN THE LAST DAYS IS VITAL AS THE WORLD IS GOING THROUGH TURMOIL AND TRIALS. WE MUST PREPARE FOR THE SECOND COMING OF THE LORD JESUS CHRIST

THE MINISTRY OF THE CHURCH IN THE LAST DAYS 1. WE MUST DISCERN THE DAYS IN WHICH WE ARE LIVING AND LIVE ACCORDINGLY . WE ARE LIVING IN THE LAST DAYS. MATTHEW 16:2-3 1 CHRONICLES 12:32 ESTHER 4:14 PSALM 90:12 LUKE 19:41-44 2. IN THE LAST DAYS , THE PEOPLE OF THE WORLD WILL BE VERY ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:16-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Mystery Babylon. Introduction. Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Jul 2, 2015

Here is a lesson on the historical and very real "Babylon", in every culture, in every age. Introductions and explanations ....

SOME PRELIMINARY NOTES 1. The tracing of Babylon turns out to be the study of the human race, with its obvious and not so obvious byways and lanes that, after awhile, tend to overwhelm rather than edify. After months of plodding through these paths, I finally must force myself to stop and turn over ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 17:5-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Standing For God’s Truth

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jan 16, 2023

We live in world of compromise where people are letting go of standards, values, and morals to have recognition, position, titles, clout, and prestige. Society has pushed for the lowering of standards with the so-called premise of improving equality, acceptance, and accessibility.

Standing for God’s Truth By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. Psalm 119:1-4 says, “Blessed are the undefiled in the way, who walk in the law of the Lord. Blessed are they that keep his testimonies, and that seek him with the whole heart. They also do no iniquity: they walk in his ways. Thou hast ...read more

Scripture: John 18:37-38

Denomination: Apostolic

Chameleanity

Contributed by Shawn Miller on Feb 20, 2016

Chameleanity is Chameleon Christianity, the art of blending in with the world in order to avoid detection, persecution and ridicule. This is a message about Christians coming out of the closet and living our faith in the open.

Chameleanity Introduction: In one of Aesops fables he tells of the Miller, his Son, and his donkey. The two of them were riding their donkey to a nearby fair to sell him. They hadn't got very far when they met with a group of women that were chatting around a well, they began laughing ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:14-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Uses Ordinary People: Asa Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jul 6, 2008

God strengthens those who are sold out to Him.

God Uses Ordinary People: Asa 2 Chronicles 14-16 Rev. Brian Bill 7/6/08 When I was in junior high, I remember one of my teachers being frustrated with our class because we had a hard time following directions. Can you imagine that? One day when we stumbled sleepily into our classroom, she ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Curse Of The Cargo Cult

Contributed by Craig Sully on Apr 7, 2010

Rather than being a shoddy imitation, we need to emulate the Book of Acts Church, unintimidated by others.

The Curse of the Cargo Cult 2 TImothy 3:1 This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come. 2 For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, 3 Without natural affection, trucebreakers, false accusers, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Prays (Week 3 Of 4): In The World Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Apr 21, 2021

By extension of Jesus’ prayer, we are warned about compromises. By extension of Jesus’ prayer, we are challenged to live in the Truth.

JESUS PRAYS (WEEK 3 OF 4): IN THE WORLD John 17:13-19 #JesusPrays RAFT STORY PART 1 Come listen to my story about a young man named Jed. Jed wanted to set off on his own and wanted to see what kind of man he was going to be because he was about to move out of his parent’s house and he wanted to ...read more

Scripture: John 17:13-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Spirit Of The Age Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 11, 2019

Although modern Christians seem to have abandoned any ethic of avoiding worldliness, the Bible has not. But what is worldliness, and why must we avoid it?

The Spirit of the Age (I John 2:15-17) 1. People go through great lengths to avoid being proud and worldly. A rabbi and a cantor are standing in the largely empty synagogue one day, talking mystically about how, given the awesome glory of God’s Infinite Divine Presence, they are each really ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Tolerance: The Lever Against Christians

Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 8, 2013

THE “LEFT” HAS FOUND THE ISSUE OF “TOLERANCE” TO BE THE MECHANISM TO FORCE SOCIAL CHANGE IN AMERICA OVER THE PREVIOUSLY DOMINATING BIBLICAL WORLDVIEW. EXCESSIVE TOLERANCE RESULTS IN A PERMISSIVE SOCIETY, IN WHICH THE STABILIZING SOCIAL STRUCTURES CRUMBLE,

TOLERANCE: THE WEDGE AGAINST CHRISTIANS THESIS THE “LEFT” HAS FOUND THE ISSUE OF “TOLERANCE” TO BE THE MECHANISM TO FORCE SOCIAL CHANGE IN AMERICA OVER THE PREVIOUSLY DOMINATING BIBLICAL WORLDVIEW. EXCESSIVE TOLERANCE RESULTS IN A PERMISSIVE SOCIETY, IN WHICH THE STABILIZING SOCIAL STRUCTURES ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

From 5,000 To 12! Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 4, 2014

A sermon about Jesus and popularity (Main thought from a Christology class; outline from Jon Johnston's book, Will Evangelicalism Survive It's Own Popularity?)

HoHum: “From this time many of his disciples turned back and no longer followed him. “You do not want to leave too, do you?” Jesus asked the Twelve. Simon Peter answered him, “Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life.” John 6:66-68. To go from ...read more

Scripture: John 6:15-68

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christian Enticement Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 15, 2014

Pergamum is known as The Compromising Church. We will look at the strengths of this church / Subtle Seduction of this church / Standard for the church.

Christian Enticement Revelation 2:12-17 12 "To the angel of the church in Pergamum write: These are the words of him who has the sharp, double-edged sword. 13 I know where you live-- where Satan has his throne. Yet you remain true to my name. You did not renounce your faith in me, even in the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Not Of This World!

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Jul 22, 2023

All of us, at some point in time, have a mutual desire. To be accepted. To feel wanted, loved and appreciated. Most of us want it so bad, we lose sight of our faith in the Lord. My Pastor has said on many occasions, "Compromise with the world is treason in the courts of Heaven."

All of us, at some point in time, have a mutual desire. To be accepted. To feel wanted, loved and appreciated. Most of us want it so bad, we lose sight of our faith in the Lord. Paul warns us about this very thing in Romans 12:1-2, "I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Idol Of Tolerance: Thyatira Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Nov 16, 2009

We will seek to address the question: “how is a congregation to express and practice its faith in the midst of the genuine cultural challenges that it faces?”

American Idols: Looking at Ourselves and Our Loyalties Through the Eyes of Jesus** The Idol of Tolerance: Thyatira Revelation 2:18-29 Sermon Objective: We will seek to address the question: “how is a congregation to express and practice its faith in the midst of the genuine cultural challenges ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Nazarene