Sermons on myths: showing 91-105 of 3,780

Christmas Iq Test

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Dec 22, 2013

Most of what people think they

Christmas I.Q. Test Instructions: Read and answer each question in the order it appears. When choices are given, read them carefully and select the best one. Put a “T” or an “F” in the blank on all True or False questions. Guessing is permitted; cheating is ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The "i Am The Church" Myth - Exposing The Devil's Schemes

Contributed by Daniel Cruz on Jun 23, 2016

Too often we hear people say, I dont need to join a congregation because after all, I AM THE CHURCH this often stems out of an Independent spirit.

DOES THE BIBLE REALLY SAY "I am the Church" (Exposing the devil's schemes) - by Daniel Cruz Every so often I will hear someone make the statement, I dont need to belong to a particular church because after all, "I AM THE CHURCH" - Usually this statement stems out of a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Triumphal Entry A Misnomer For Palm Sunday? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Mar 30, 2021

The same crowd in Jerusalem on Palm Sunday 2000 years ago cried "Hosanna, Hosanna" to Jesus Christ cried out 5 days later "Crucify Him! Crucify Him!"

We will start today with a new Message Series on the Letters to Timothy. But today is also celebrated as Palm Sunday. Let’s take a look at the actual event about 2000 years ago of what led to Palm Sunday Celebrations! Let us note that before Palm Sunday, Jesus already had been teaching and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:29-44, 1 Timothy 1:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Manichaeans Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 7, 2022

ACCORDING TO ONE TRADITION, MANI INVENTED THE UNIQUE VERSION OF THE SYRIAC SCRIPT KNOWN AS THE MANICHAEAN ALPHABET, WHICH WAS USED IN ALL OF THE MANICHAEAN WORKS WRITTEN WITHIN THE SASANIAN EMPIRE,

THE MANICHAEANS DEFINITION OF MANICHAEAN 1: A BELIEVER IN A SYNCRETISTIC [1: THE COMBINATION OF DIFFERENT FORMS OF BELIEF OR PRACTICE 2: THE FUSION OF TWO OR MORE ORIGINALLY DIFFERENT INFLECTIONAL FORMS] RELIGIOUS DUALISM (SYMMETRY) ORIGINATING IN PERSIA IN THE THIRD CENTURY A.D. AND TEACHING THE ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Women In The Pulpit

Contributed by Gerald Williams on Sep 15, 2002

Explodes the myth that women shouldn’t preach.

LONG BEFORE I BECAME INVOLVED IN MINISTRY OR, REALLY HAD AN INTEREST IN SPIRITUAL THINGS... I WAS VERY KEENLY AWARE THAT IN CHURCH CIRCLES, THERE SEEMED TO BE SOMETHING NOT EXACTLY ACCEPTABLE ABOUT WOMEN PREACHERS. AS I GOT SAVED AND WAS CALLED TO THE MINISTRY MYSELF, I DISCOVERED SOME ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:34-35, 1 Timothy 2:11-12

Denomination: *other

Three Things Everyone Knows About Satan (But That The Bible Says Are False)

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 29, 2001

Exploration of three common myths about the Devil.

Introduction: There is a petition that every now and again comes into my hands. It states that Christians need to act quickly because a request is before the FCC from Madalyn Murray O’Hair and some atheist organizations that proposes to ban all religious broadcasting in America. "Act ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Urban Legend #3: Sin Legends Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jul 22, 2008

Debunking some common myths about sin.

[If you would like to receive free weekly sermons by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com] Car urban legends (according to snopes.com): • Cell phones have touched off explosions at gas stations. • Putting sugar in the gas tank will ruin a vehicle’s engine. • The Chevy Nova sold poorly in ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

Is The Bible Reliable?

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Aug 26, 2008

Is the Bible reliable, or is it full of errors, contradictions, and myths?

The Bible is not just one book—it is a collection of dozens of books. Yet all these writings taken together speak with unity and proclaim unmistakably: “People matter to God!” • It was written over 1400 years. • It was written over 40 generations. • It was written by over 40 authors from all walks ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Mythbusters 2

Contributed by Gregory Helman on Nov 20, 2009

Destroys the myth that I only need to be religious.

May 7, 2006 Mark 12:28-34 Mythbusters “I Just Need To Be Religious” I. Religion majors in rules. One of the teachers of the law came and heard them debating. Noticing that Jesus had given them a good answer, he asked Him, “Of all the commandments, which is the most ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: *other

The Bible Is The Word Of God

Contributed by Kyle Gray on Mar 5, 2012

Dispelling the myths about the Bible, and its origins

The Bible Is The Word of God 2/12/2011 Over the centuries Christians have been screaming just give us a reason to prove that the Bible is wrong. Give a reason to prove that it’s not the inspired word of God. Give us a reason to believe that its contradictions an errors and ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Not A Cunningly Designed Fable

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 7, 2019

Myths are powerful. But should we use them?

Not a Cunningly Devised Fable 2 Peter 1:16-21 Myths and legends can be powerful teachers of morality. This is why they have been used from time immemorial. They speak of something greater than the story itself. They can be based upon some degree of fact, but this is not necessary for the truth ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I'm A Good Person Myth Series

Contributed by Rick Thiessen on Nov 5, 2007

Our culture indoctrinates us so that we wind up believing some things about God, the Bible or Christianity that just aren’t true. This week we look at a popular idea, all good people go to heaven.

SE102807 MYTH BUSTERS 4. I’m a Good Person INTRO Andy Stanley tells the story of a church kids teacher who was trying to explain heaven to his class. So he asked the class a series of questions to see what they already thot about the subject: - if I had a garage sale and sold all my stuff and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:10-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

After The Honeymoon Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 24, 2015

If we are going to sustain our faith, we need to guard against some deceitful myths.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • I hope the past three weeks have been a blessing to you as you strive to deepen your relationship with Jesus. • We could have easily ended this series last week excited about going into a season of spiritual training where you studied your Bible, prayed ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Myth #3: I Could Never Forgive That Person Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jun 29, 2023

Forgiving other people is a highly personal subject - most of the things that we struggle with forgiving are painful.

Myths Christians Often Believe I COULD NEVER FORGIVE THAT PERSON Introduction Forgiving other people is a highly personal subject - most of the things that we struggle with forgiving are painful. We have likely heard stories of people who forgave someone who hurt them deeply and it captures our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:14-15, Romans 12:19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Let Your Conscience Be Your Guide Series

Contributed by Jim Kilson on Apr 23, 2014

Part 7 of 10 in a series dedicated to debunking commonly held myths that we think are in the Bible but really aren't, myths that can and often do have devastating effects on our faith.

INTRODUCTION: I’m pretty much convinced that it could go without saying that each and every one of us wants to make right choices, we want to do the right things, and we desire positive outcomes in all decisions that we make, and as believers we ultimately want to glorify God in the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:14-15

Denomination: Christian Church