Sermons on Pagan Beliefs:

Homosexuality And The Bible Series

Contributed by Tim Adour on Oct 10, 2006

What does scripture say about homosexuality and how do we hate the sin, but love the sinner.

SEX AND THE CITY Lesson 3 Homosexuality and the Bible Rom. 1:18-32 August 29, 2004 SEX AND THE CITY. MORE THAN A T.V., IT’S A PHILOSOPHY. PERHAPS EVEN A RELIGION. ONE OF THE DEFINITIONS OF RELIGION IS: A CAUSE, PRINCIPLE OR SYSTEM OF BELIEFS HELD TO WITH ARDOR (EXTREME VIGOR) AND FAITH. I ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Unity Of The Church - Sermon For Proper 16 - Year A

Contributed by Ian Bullock on Aug 19, 2020

An challenging exploration of what it means to be the church here and now. This is a re-work of a much older sermon of mine, which feels as relevant now as it did years ago. The analogy was used from another source, although I cannot now remember where that source is.

In the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. Throughout the Gospels we see Jesus involved in situations where a number of profound questions are asked. Questions such as Pilate asking what is truth, or what is power, and today our Gospel leaves us with another when he asks his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20, Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Anglican

Is The Bible Reliable? Week 1 Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Dec 4, 2006

Using the DaVinci Code as a platform to prove the historical reliability of the Bible and as God’s Word to us.

Almost right from the get go of this letter to the Galatians, Paul is astounded that the Christians in this region had so quickly fallen for some false teachings which were spread in their region, a counterfeit Christianity, something other than the what Paul had preached to them. Even in Paul’s ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:6-9

Denomination: Methodist

Strength To Stand

Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 25, 2004

We are called to live a life that is filled with God’s strength so we can take our stand in this life.

Strength to Stand Daniel 3:1-30 April 25, 2004 I. Recognize the need to stand Life is unpredictable (Read verse 1) One thing that is certain about life is that it is almost always uncertain. We do not know what the rest of this day hold for us, let alone tomorrow. Situations come up where all of ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: Church Of God

Why The City

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jan 16, 2007

This sermon was part of a service of Prayer for our City. For Christ to reach a nation, he must reach the cities.

Why> the City (Church of the City Prayer Service) – Combined, Bi-lingual Service Opening Songs ED - Message: Today our church is participating in something that is happening in 80 other congregations of all kinds across the city of San Antonio. About a month ago Dallas, Jesus, and I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:19-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How We Really Got Our Bible Series

Contributed by Mike Mcguire on Feb 8, 2007

It is a continuation of the groundwork for an indepth study of the Da Vinci Code.

HOW WE REALLY GOT OUR BIBLE The Da Vinci Code Part II July 2, 2006 p.m. Hillcrest Baptist Church Introduction: The book and the movie The Da Vinci Code contain several errors. Some of these errors deal with art, something of which I know little. I will try to deal only with a few of them that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:35

Denomination: Baptist

The Landmine Of Compromise Series

Contributed by Charles Stanley on Sep 20, 2007

Everyone has principles they live by, but which are negotiable and which should never be set aside? The truth is, whenever Christians compromise their godly principles, they walk dangerously close to a deadly landmine.

Landmines in the Path of the Believer Part 1: The Landmine of Compromise Summary: Everyone has principles they live by, but which are negotiable and which should never be set aside? The truth is, whenever Christians compromise their godly principles, they walk dangerously close to a deadly ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Somewhere Between Quack And Quisling Series

Contributed by Joel Smith on May 25, 2015

Somewhere between quack and quisling is the remnant. Strive to be among that number.

Somewhere Between Quack and Quisling Ezra 9 and 10 Before we read Ezra 9 and 10 let's back up and get a broad overview of what happened to the Jews up to this point. I'm going to back up and then go slightly ahead because it will matter when we consider Ezra's response to God: 605 BC - ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"crumbs"

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Mar 6, 2023

As we come to this table and feast on this bread and wine, I am so grateful that God is the One who made up the guest list and not one of us and you should also be grateful that I am not the one who determines who may or may not sit at the table, amen?

[This sermon was part of a Communion Service.] Welcome to the Lord’s Table. Today we ‘feast’ on … [hold up a piece of bread and a communion cup]. To the naked eye, this doesn’t seem to be much of a “feast,” does it? A typical ‘royal’ feast in Jesus’ day would start out with an appetizer to whet ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-30, Matthew 5:43-47

Denomination: United Methodist

The Harlot Who Pleased God: The Story Of Rahab Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 19, 2022

According to the Book of Joshua, Rahab was a harlot who lived in Jericho. In its day, Jericho was the most important Canaanite fortress city in the Jordan Valley. It was a stronghold directly in the path of the advancing Israelites, who had just crossed the Jordan River (Joshua 3:1-17).

The Harlot Who Pleased God: the Story of Rahab A Canaanite woman living in Jericho, Rahab is a prostitute who is also a biblical heroine. According to the narrative in Joshua 2, before the conquest of Canaan, Joshua sends two men as spies to see the land. They come to Rahab's house for ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:9, Joshua 2:11

Denomination: Baptist

A Spirit Walk

Contributed by Wendell Blackburn on Feb 16, 2005

Walking in the Spirit, Not Flesh!!

A SPIRIT WALK Gal 5;16-26 Wouldn’t it be nice if everyone in every church Could get along with each other in a Christ like manner. Or better still – wouldn’t it be nice if every church got Together and prayed for each other (the Baptist for the Pentecostal and the Methodist and so forth) Man ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Don't Worry About Others - Seek The Kingdom

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Sep 28, 2006

A sermon for 17th Sunday After Pentecost - proper 21

Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, you sent you Son into our world to seek the lost and to save those who dwell in a land of darkness and despair. Through the power of your Holy Spirit, stir in us compassion ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-50

Denomination: Lutheran

20. The Kingdom Parables – The Fifth – The Hidden Treasure – Part 4 Of 4 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Nov 14, 2025

The closing message looks at the Reformation along with the incompleteness and deadness. The Reformation was wrought with many problems that stunted the movement. That is considered, and we finish with a look at the promise given to Abraham.

20. The Kingdom Parables – The Fifth – The Hidden Treasure – Part 4 of 4 This interesting Parable has been examined in regards to meaning, to its matching church, and to Church History as can be done for all these Parables of the Kingdom. This last message is looking at the reasons why the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-3, Matthew 13:44, Genesis 22:17-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Reality Check: Making A Difference PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Encourage believers to live out their faith with conviction and courage, standing out for Christ and making a difference in the world, even when it's challenging.

Good morning, family. I'm glad to see you all here today, ready to delve into God's word and learn more about how we can live out our faith in our everyday lives. Today's sermon is all about standing out for Christ and having the courage to make a difference. We'll be diving into Luke 19:13 and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:13

Topics: Standing Out

Our Rights And Duties Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 30, 2010

Rights presuppose duties, if they are not mere license; without this understanding, human development is over.

February 1, 2010 Caritas in Veritate The people of Gerasa had no desire for Jesus to hang in their territory one moment longer. He seriously disturbed the status quo ante by exorcising the evil spirits who had kept the emotionally disturbed man–Matthew says there were two of them–in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Catholic