Sermons on myth: showing 331-345 of 3,780

Reconcilable Differences Series

Contributed by Rick Duncan on Aug 27, 2005

You may be here this morning feeling like your marriage has died and there is no point in going on. But remember: We serve a God who resurrected His dead Son from the grave, and who promises to make that same resurrection power available to those who tru

I was reading about a marriage counselor who was talking to a wife who was struggling with her husband. The counselor said, “Maybe your problem is that you’ve been waking up grumpy in the morning.” “No,” she said. “I always let him sleep.” Problems wouldn’t come into married life if we would ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

Narnia: The Enemy Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Kevin Adams on Dec 14, 2005

Like the white witch of Narnia, Satan works at deceiving God’s people. Revelation 12 shows us the Christmas nativity "behind" the one we usually see.

THE ENEMY OF CHRISTMAS. December 11, 2005; Revelation 12:1-12 (17) Matthew 2:13-18 Narnia Image: The White Witch who makes it always winter and never Christmas. Theme: There is real evil in the world. Revelation opens the curtains of heaven and we see it in personal form. This evil wreaks ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Only One Way? Series

Contributed by Paul Wallace on Feb 27, 2008

Oprah says there are many way to God, what does the Bible say?

Only ONE WAY? Is Jesus the Only Way to Heaven? Debunking the Myths of Christianity John 14:1-14, Acts 4:12 Joke Jim Miller told about deer hunting preacher, doctor, lawyer. In one ear and out the other 1 "Don’t be troubled. You trust God, now trust in me. 2 There are many rooms in my Father’s ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Do's And Don'ts Of Ministry Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 6, 2022

Just like there are many do's and don'ts in life, there are also many do's and don'ts in ministry. In 1 Timothy 4, Paul pointed out to Timothy a number of do's and don'ts of ministry.

Introduction: A. There are many “do’s and don’ts” in life. 1. When we buy a new product it often comes with important labels that give us do’s and don’ts. 2. Here are a few: a. Do Use Like Regular Soap – I wonder how a person uses irregular soap? b. Do Not Eat Toner – When was the last time you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Strength Of Weak Prayers

Contributed by Daniel J. Little on Jan 4, 2012

When the Jews were slaves in Egypt, and when the labor became unbearable they sighed under the weight of their burdens. God heard their sighs and counted them a strong prayers for deliverance and moved mightily on their behalf.

The Strength of Weak Prayers Pastor Dan Little adfontes.djl@gmail.com The Landmark Church - Binghamton, NY 02-02-11 Psalms 12:5 "Because the poor are plundered, because the needy groan, I will now arise," says the Lord; "I will place him in the safety for which he longs." The Psalmist gives us a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 12:5

Denomination: *other

Spong Vs Spong Part 1

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 22, 2020

The Church has been taken over by those who do not follow the faith once for all delivered to the saints. One of its chief proponents has been a member of my clan, John (Jack) Shelby Spong. Well, it’s time to rise up, defend the truth of the Scriptures and uphold the family name.

The Church has been taken over by those who do not follow the faith once for all delivered to the saints. One of its chief proponents has been a member of my clan, John (Jack) Shelby Spong. Well, it’s time to rise up, defend the truth of the Scriptures and uphold the family name. Noted New ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16, 2 Samuel 23:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Abigail

Contributed by Rickey Shive on Mar 11, 2002

In this lesson, we are going to study a lady of great character and intelligence – her name is Abigail. All we know about her is summed up in this one chapter, yet she comes through as one of the most notable women in the Old Testament!

Introduction: The Bible is full of great stories! I’ve heard it said if you are looking for a mystery, or a thriller, or a love story, or one containing a great hero or heroine – whatever your desire, you can find it in the Bible. The text before us, in this study, is certainly one of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 25:1-42, 1 Samuel 25:42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dealing With The Disgruntled Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 2, 2004

When we come against those who come after us, sometimes we should ignore them, and other times we must speak succinctly to them.

Every morning an older woman would go out on her porch, raise her arms to the sky and yell, “Praise the Lord!” An atheist bought the house next door to her and quickly became irritated with these expressions of exaltation. After putting up with it for about a week, he couldn’t take it anymore. The ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:10-16

Denomination: Baptist

From The Charge To The Crown Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jul 5, 2003

The final words from Paul’s pen proclaim a challenging charge and a personal testimony. These are for guiding Timothy through the perils before him to the prize laid up for him in glory.

From the Charge to the Crown 2 Timothy 4 1 I solemnly charge YOU in the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who is to judge the living and the dead, and by HIS appearing and HIS kingdom: 2 preach the word; be ready in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort, with great patience and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Right On Discipleship Series

Contributed by Scotty Killingsworth on Oct 21, 2003

Christian ministry can never distance itself from teaching. Are you growing as a Christ follower? Many parents make a mark on the wall by the door to indicate a child’s height as the child grows year after year. If the Heavenly Father did that, would

This sermon was preached by Scotty L Killingsworth to the Evergreen Church on October 26, 2003. It is the fourth installment in a series of sermons on the Biblical church that includes The Biblical Church is right on growth, worship, leadership, discipleship, family and money. The series is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Why Am I Forsaken? Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Feb 27, 2018

God forsakes his Son ... bringing His Son through hell ... so that we do not have to endure being forsaken.

Message Today we are going to talk about a topic that is not very popular. It is the topic of hell. Why isn’t hell a popular topic? Hugh Mackay, the Australian social researcher collected some interesting information about Australian attitudes toward religious subject matter. In 1999, 74% of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-56

Denomination: Baptist

"Where Do I Go When I Hurt? Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Feb 5, 2015

Have you ever been there? More important, are you there right now? The writer of this psalm is in a dark place. Many of us know what that is like.

REFRESH Where do I go when I hurt? Psalm 42 A young boy had misbehaved and was sent to bed by his mother. Just 5 minutes later he cried out Mom, I’m thirsty, can you bring me a drink of water? No, go to sleep. Five minutes later. Mom? What? Can I have a drink of water? She says I told ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Book You Can Trust Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jun 11, 2021

The Scriptures are trustworthy because of the eyewitness testimony of the apostles to the historical event of Christ’s death and resurrection, but also because of the trustworthiness of the Law and Prophets found in the Old Testament.

INTRODUCTION • In the second message of our series, we will dive into a vital subject for Christians. • This subject has an impact on all we do as Christians and impacts our mission and purpose for life. • It may surprise you to know that there are over 4,000 recognized religions in the world. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Get Smart James 4 And 5

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 3, 2013

We need to get smart by just stopping all the fighting and all the quarrels because it does not build up the Body of Christ, your family instead it tears it all down.

James 4 “Get Smart”--- Let's do this! Summary of first three chapters of James. Be a doer of the Word of God – we need to do this! Ask God for wisdom! Persevere through trials so that you may grow spiritually! Don’t blame God for the trails you go through He does not tempt ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Mountain Top Experience Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 25, 2020

Why did Jesus lead Peter, James and John up on the Mountain? And why would God make it so they could see Moses and Elijah speaking with Christ that day?

The story in our text today is recorded in Matthew, Mark and Luke and I believe it’s the source of the phrase “A Mountain Top Experience. So, over the past week I went searching for stories and quotes about Mountain top experiences, and I stumbled on this comment: “The Outing Club is hosting world ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-8, Mark 9:2-8, Luke 9:28-36

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ