Sermons on Pharisaical Religion:

Unmasking Mormon Doctrine

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Feb 7, 2008

This message clearly brings out the error of Mormon teachings about several majorly important matters, including the nature of God.

UNMASKING MORMON TEACHING Pastor Eric J. Hanson (February 28, 2003) Intro: The term “Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints” sounds like a nice church name. For many years this group has been trying to be seen as simply a Christian denomination. But there are matters of the group’s doctrine, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:18-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Discerning Spirits Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jan 23, 2007

Our culture tells us that if something is spiritual, it is "good." John tells us we have to discern the spirits

18 John 4:1-6 January 21, 2007 Discerning Spirits Intro – Franklin episode where they are searching for a talisman to cure his Grandmother. The question in the show is whether the talisman will actually cure the grandmother or whether it is just superstition and not real. There was no room ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-6

Denomination: *other

God Blessed You Lately?

Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Sep 8, 2007

how good god really is to us.

GOD BLESSED YOU LATELY? INTRO: HOW MANY BLESSINGS DO WE ACTUALLY RECOGNIZE? 1: MATERIAL A) CLOTHES B) A PLACE TO LIVE C) SHOES ON OUR FEET QUESTION: WHETER OR NOT YOU HAVE A LITTLE OR A LOT HOW MUCH OF IT DO YOU REALLY DESERVE? 2: PHYSICAL A) THINK ABOUT YOUR HEALTH B) GOOD OR BAD YOU COULD ...read more

Denomination: Other

Extraordinary Spirituality Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jul 21, 2009

Paul knew the nature of religion all too well… and now he explains what is so essential for those who know something of religion but long for more.

The hurricanes that hit Florida in 2004 left thousands without electrical power. One man who used a portable generator to supply power until the electrical lines could be repaired reported a strange experience. Some daring thieves found the generator in full operation outside the man’s house ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Overcoming Conflict Series

Contributed by Ryan Akers on May 7, 2009

Conflict is unavoidable and spiritual conflict is no different. This message looks at how Paul deals with spiritual conflict amongst the religious and how we still today battle between being religious and being saved by faith alone.

Illuminate Part 6- Conquering Conflict Pastor Ryan Akers Have you ever felt like no matter what you do you will never be good enough? Job- no matter how hard you work, how many extra hours you put in, how much you give up to be the best you always seem to get passed over for promotions, or your ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11

Denomination: Wesleyan

Blinded By The Light Series

Contributed by Charles Wallis on Nov 13, 2008

As Saul was blinded by the light, we may have to experience "blindness" to really see the truth.

“Blinded By the Light” November 12, 2008 Pastor Charlie Wallis A family had gone to the movies, and on the way in the teenager of the family stopped by the refreshment stand to pick up some popcorn. By the time he got into the theater the lights were already dim. He scanned the theater and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Agent Elijah And The Showdown On Mount Carmel Series

Contributed by Norayr Hajian on Mar 30, 2008

What’s the big deal about missions? Why does it matter if people hear about Jesus? Aren’t all religions the same? This message takes a look at a historic mountain top experience and asks Does it really does matter what you believe?

Last Sunday we collected an Easter Offering for World Evangelism. The idea behind it was that thousands of churches around the world collect an offering, twice a year, and the money is used to support the hundreds of missionaries around the world. • And two people from our own congregation are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:21-40

Denomination: Nazarene

How To Lose Friends And Inflame Enemies Series

Contributed by Chris Kelly on Jul 31, 2010

Ever wonder what it would be like to meet Jesus in person? The Pharasees did and it was an uncomfortable experience to say the least!

How to Lose Friends and Inflame Enemies Series: One on One With the Master February 28, 2010 Let me ask you a question. What do you think is the greatest threat to the church today? Persecution? Atheism? Materialism? No… Hypocrisy! Hypocrisy has done more to turn people away from God ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-36

Denomination: Wesleyan

Life In Christ Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jul 5, 2010

A relationship with Jesus is to be honoured by all. No one should enter it lightly or selfishly, but responsibly and joyfully, with mutual respect and the promise to be faithful.

By Rev Heather Cetrangolo We are now half way though our teaching series on Paul’s letter to the Colossians. This is exciting because we’re about to get into the very heart of what it’s all about – but first, let’s recap on how far we’ve come … 1.1-14 ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

The Role Of Women

Contributed by Steven Haguewood on Dec 19, 2008

Women in the church are essential tools of God.

THE ROLE OF WOMEN Text: Titus 2:3-5 Scripture Reading: 2 Timothy 1:3-7 INTRODUCTION 1. I do not want to give you another list of things you cannot do a. The role of any employee in a company is not listed as you are not to do this or that b. The role of anyone in any situation is listed by those ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:3-5, Titus 2:3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Between The Extremes

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jan 5, 2006

What is our purpose in life? What kind of worldview ought we to have?

For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven: a time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up what is planted; a time to kill, and a time to heal; a time to break down, and a time to build up; a time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-13

Denomination: United Methodist

The Middle East Crisis: Land For Peace? (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Amy Bickel on Jun 9, 2007

Look at the promises that God made to the Arab peoples. Continuation of the Middle East Crisis series.

Today we are going to continue our study on the Mideast with part 2 of “The Middle East Crisis: Land for Peace?”. I’m constantly surprised and even disgusted by the news reports I see from major news networks presenting heavily biased, anti-Israeli accounts of what is occurring between Israel and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Beauty Of The Prayer Shawl (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Amy Bickel on Jun 15, 2007

Exploring the Jewish roots of Christianity by studying the symbolism of the prayer shawl.

Last week we started a new sermon series entitled “The Beauty of the Prayer Shawl.” The purpose of this series is to help us understand a little bit more about the Jewish roots of our faith. Jesus told us that “…salvation is of the Jews.” Basically what he means is that there would be no such ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 15:37-41

Denomination: Baptist

Genesis 15 - 21: Sibling Rivalry

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Feb 22, 2007

A sermon explaining the covenant of land to Isaac and his descendants, and how that caused a sibling rivalry that is responsible for the problems in the Middle East today.

We are continuing our trip through the book of GENESIS. We have previously covered from the creation of the world, on down to where a man named Abram obeyed God by stepping out into the unknown as God had requested – without knowing where he was going or what he was supposed to do when he got ...read more

Denomination: *other

Christianity Vs Islam

Contributed by Troy Voyles on Apr 10, 2007

In this message I just wanted to expose the differences between Christianity & Islam. It’s not us vs them, God loves them, we got to pray for them, and help win them to Christ.

Christianity VS Islam Tonight, I want to talk about what Muslims believe, and how it’s different from what we believe. Muslims say that there is just one God, but tonight we are going to be talking about the difference between Jehovah and Allah. I What Does Islam And Muslim Mean? A) Col ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:9-10

Denomination: Pentecostal