Sermons on Pretend Christian:

The Christian Voice Series

Contributed by Brian Gilbert on Nov 24, 2004

Message #7 in the Faith and Freedom Series. A challenge to Christians to use their voice and their vote to impact their culture.

This is the final message of the Faith and Freedom Series that was preached during the month of October 2004. These messages were preached before the 2004 elections in Oklahoma. Several critical issues were on the ballot, including a homosexual marriage amendment and several gambling questions. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Genesis Of Christianity Series

Contributed by Jack Harris on Nov 25, 2004

The Christian faith is beyond all other religions in its divine origin, its distinct nature, its deliberate thrust and its definite objective. It is worthy of each person’s consideration.

THE GENESIS OF CHRISTIANITY. Acts 1:1-3 Int. Thank God for the book we know as The Acts of the Apostles! Without this book the New Testament would be greatly weakened. We are given four accounts of the Life of our Lord Jesus, but only one which has to do with the Genesis or the beginning of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christianity At Christmas

Contributed by Richard Mcnair on Dec 1, 2004

We are armed with a forewarning. We will suffer for Sinners, for Saints, and for the Savior. We know the battles look bad but the victory sure.

Land on ‘Meet the Press’ “When a mother has an abortion,” Southern Baptist ethicist Richard Land notes on NBC’s “Meet the Press,” “she is imposing her values on an unborn child. And it is always a fatal imposition.” article by By Dwayne Hastings WASHINGTON (BP)--Many pundits would say the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Politics And Christianity

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Dec 3, 2004

Our war is with the spirit and not with the flesh. God ordains the Powers that be. Vote, but don’t get involved in all the rhetoric, the damage has been done, its time to repair it.

Politics and Christianity There has been many an article about this past election. Some, praising Christians and some condemning them. As for me being a Minister, I’m disappointed in both sides. Politics have no place in the Church. Jesus would not ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Successful Christian

Contributed by David Shipman on Dec 4, 2004

Being a Christian means something. There are promises in the Bible and if we are not experiencing the promises it is hard to make a case that we are successful in our Christian walk.

I want to talk this morning about being a successful Christian Many people would define being a successful Christian as being a Christian that makes it to heaven. Do you know what the definition of success is in our dictionary? “Desirable Outcome” or “one that succeeds” I want you to think ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Surrendering As A Christian Series

Contributed by James Julian on Dec 6, 2004

The Christian life is and should be a life of Joy. James said, "count it ALL joy when you fall into various trials." Paul, in Col. 1 shares with the Believer how to turn trials into JOY.

Joy in SUFFERING OCCASIONALLY (v.24) Jesus’ death was COMPLETE Our suffering is CONSTRUCTIVE Joy in SERVING OTHERS (25-27) Paul RECEIVED God’s Grace Paul helped to REVEAL God’s Grace Joy in SEEING OBEDIENCE (v.28,29) Paul’s only desire was to PREACH Paul’s only goal ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:24-29

Denomination: Baptist

Be A Courageous Christian!

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 12, 2004

In 2004, Christians may not be nailed to crosses or thrown to wild animals or burned as torches, but the need is as great now as it was in Paul’s day for us to be courageous. As we approach the Christmas Season the Lord wants us to be courageou

Be a Courageous Christian! Text: “You then, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable men who will also be qualified to teach others. Endure hardship with us like a good soldier of Christ Jesus” ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Confusion Of Christianity

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Oct 1, 2002

Exploration of the paradox of Christianity

Paradox -- a seemingly contradictory statement that may nonetheless be true Para -- beyond Dox -- (dokein -- to think, opinion) (doxa -- glory) There are many paradoxes within Christianity. Listen to how one contemporary Christian song summarized a few: The Rose of Sharon wore a crown of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:24-31

Denomination: Church Of God

Smelly Christians

Contributed by Tommy Hames on Oct 2, 2002

A message to show Christians how they are sweet smelling to the Lord because of what Jesus Christ did on the cross, and encourage them to be a good witness to those around them.

INTRODUCTION The gospel of Jesus Christ works on different people in different ways. The gospel itself always has a sweet fragrance. To some the fragrance becomes a pleasant aroma of life, but to others that same fragrance becomes a vile smell of death. Let’s break down this passage of scripture ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Christian's Resources

Contributed by Ronald Keller on Oct 2, 2002

The Christian can use the Law as a resource or a supervisor to discover the Law of Love.

Psalms 19:7-14 "The Christian’s Resources" Introduction It always amazes me when I look at the sky and think that for centuries men have sailed the seas using the stars, the sun, and the moon to give directions to far off ports. The order, the predictability of these heavenly bodies also helped ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:7-14

Denomination: Nazarene

"Christian Perfection"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 5, 2002

Is there such a thing?

Philippians 3:4-14 "Christian Perfection" By: Rev. Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA Michelangelo was once putting what appeared to be the finishing touches on a sculpture when a friend dropped by for a visit. Days later, the friend dropped by again and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-14

Denomination: United Methodist

Just Be Christians

Contributed by Howard Parnell on Oct 7, 2002

Too many of God’s children try hard to be something they are not. God wants us to just be christians.

JUST BE CHRISTIANS Luke 17:10 INTRO. Generally speaking, there seems to be mainly 3 kinds of church members: 1. Those who mostly moan about what can’t be done; 2. Those who mostly brag on what has been done, in the past; 3. Those who don’t care one way or the other. Some believe God demands ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:10

Denomination: Baptist

A Christian Identity Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 11, 2002

This is the 1st sermon in the series "Back To The Basics". This sermon ask the question "What is a Christian?"

Sunday Evening October 13, 2002 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: ¡§Back To The Basics¡¨ [#1] SLIDE 13 A CHRISTIAN IDENTITY Galatians 2:20 Introduction: 1. In anything that we do, whether it is working, playing sports, or spiritual things; in order to get better or grow in what you are ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Cosmtology

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Oct 17, 2002

Many have claim the name of Christ are putting on the cosmetics of Christianity

DIET CHRISTIANITY PART 1 “CHRISTIAN COSMOTOLOGY” Date: April 7, 2002 AM Place: Allendale Baptist Text: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8 I have said several times “I really wish I could be one of those “Juicy Fruit” preachers, that all they do is teach, give great expositions on the Word of God and send ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Doctrines

Contributed by Greg Smart on Oct 30, 2002

There are some things in the Word of God that can’t be comprimised. This is a list of those things and scripture that backs it up.

I. The Scriptures The Holy Bible was written by men divinely inspired and is God’s revelation of Himself to man. It is a perfect treasure of divine instruction. It has God for its author, salvation for its end, and truth, without any mixture of error, for its matter. Therefore, all Scripture is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1, Revelation 22:21

Denomination: Baptist