Sermons on Real Belief:

Misery Loves Company Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Oct 23, 2015

A study of the book of 1 Samuel 5: 1 – 12

1 Samuel 5: 1 – 12 Misery Loves Company 1 Then the Philistines took the ark of God and brought it from Ebenezer to Ashdod. 2 When the Philistines took the ark of God, they brought it into the house of Dagon and set it by Dagon. 3 And when the people of Ashdod arose early in the morning, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 5:1-12

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Hell - A Bitter Sweet Expperience For Everyone Even The Wicked!!

Contributed by Coz Von on Apr 16, 2016

Hell is a very real place and very scary, but also ad comforting message of grace for the unjust, How do we solve the problem of all of those contradicting verses - WE CAN, LOOK AND SEE!

With sincerity, dedication and concern, by lending out their ears, many well meaning Christians study the hell fire message out of context. The message of forever being punished in hell is a message of Love and hope and not a message of discouragement. it's not a message that should cause you to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:10, Romans 8:38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Didn't Know That I Was Starving Until I Tasted You Series

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Jun 18, 2017

A sermon for a mixed congregation (adults and children) trying to get across why it matters that Jesus became flesh and why it matters that he still makes himself present to us now in bread and wine.

............................. “ Beloved, I received from the Lord what I also hand on to you” (1 Cor 11:23) - where to begin? Perhaps with meeting someone famous…. Have you ever met anyone famous? ............. [take answers from congregation] ............ Once when I was 20 I met a famous person. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26, John 6:1-58, Matthew 26:26-29, Mark 14:22-25, Luke 22:14-23, John 1:10-14, Philippians 2:1-11, Luke 2:1-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

Check Your Motive

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Nov 11, 2018

Jesus contrasts the Teachers of the Law with the poor widow. In the former, we see people more interested in themselves than in God; hypocrites, pretending to be something they were not. In the latter, we see a lady who loved God authentically and completely.

Check Your Motive Mark 12:38-44 In March 2009 Bernie Madoff pled guilty to running the largest Ponzi scheme in history. Bernie’s last name is appropriate, because he literally “made off” with billions of dollars belonging to his investors. A Ponzi scheme is pretty simple in concept: you convince ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:38-44

Denomination: Baptist

A Biblical Perspective On Home Investors Taking Advantage Of Vulnerable Owners. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 31, 2024

As the real estate market continues to flourish, home investors have become increasingly prominent.

As the real estate market continues to flourish, home investors have become increasingly prominent. While some operate with integrity, others exploit vulnerable homeowners for personal gain. This article examines the biblical perspective on such unjust business practices and the impending judgment ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 3:14-15, Deuteronomy 16:19

God’s Judgment On Deceptive Owners, Agents, And Builders. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 7, 2024

Today, we address a critical issue is deception in real estate.

Today, we address a critical issue is deception in real estate. Evil owners, agents, and builders who hide secrets and mislead buyers or tenants will face God's judgment. God Abhors Deception "The Lord detests dishonest scales, but accurate weights find favor with him." (Proverbs ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:19, Leviticus 19:11, Psalm 101:7

Narnia: Doorway To The Unseen Series

Contributed by Dale Kesterson on Dec 5, 2005

Based on themes found in C. S. Lewis’ The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, this message examines the nature of faith and our belief in the unseen.

I’ve got to tell you all that I am incredibly excited about this week. For one thing, my first male progeny will likely be born this Friday. But there is another event that has really divided my anticipation. Now many of you know that I have what you might call a mild appreciation for C. S. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Centrality Of Christ Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 10, 2012

Christ must be central to ALL belief and doctrine of the church... to stray from the centrality of Christ, one strays from the TRUTH...

Colossians 1:15-23 October 10, 2012 Oak Park Baptist Church – Wed Bible Study Series Colossians Bible Study The Centrality of Christ Up to this point of the letter to the Colossian church Paul has been very encouraging to the believers. He gives them personal encouragement after he greets ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

Walking In The Light Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Mar 4, 2014

Truth matters. Truth in belief and truth in behaviour. It matters what we believe about Jesus. It matters how we live

John is a passionate writer. Maybe he realises that he’s coming to the end of his life and he doesn’t have much time left to get his message across. Maybe he looks around at the church and realises that the inexorable drift from the gospel to religion is impacting on those he’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-10

Denomination: Anglican

What's Really Important In Life

Contributed by David Watters on Mar 1, 2005

Searching for Real Wealth. A Study of the scripture - Luke 12: 13-21

Sermon: What is Really Important in Life? Or Getting vs. Giving Scripture: Luke 12: 13-21 This week I read a little prayer… “Now I lay me down to sleep, I pray my Cuisinart to keep. I pray my stocks are on the rise, and that my analyst is wise. That all the wine I sip is white, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Methodist

A Place For God

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Feb 3, 2026

The real temple is the one God builds out of us acting in community.

When I was in Pittsburgh working on my Doctor of Ministry program I noticed dozens of huge, impressive, mostly brick churches - which are if not exactly empty, certainly not filled to bursting. It’s worse in Europe, of course. How many of you have been to places like Notre Dame in Paris or ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:1-16, Jeremiah 7:9-11, Ephesians 2:19-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Our Living Hope

Contributed by David Flowers on Apr 19, 2006

Our Living Hope In this Easter message Dave looks at the resurrection and the hope it brings, concluding the hope associated with Easter is only real if the resurrection if real. If the resurrection is mythical, then so is Easter hope.

Our Living Hope Easter, April 16, 2006 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers Jeremiah 29:11 (GW) 11 I know the plans that I have for you, declares the Lord. They are plans for peace and not disaster, plans to give you a future filled with hope. Easter is a day of hope. It’s a day where we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-8

Denomination: Free Methodist

How To Know If You Have Itching Ears

Contributed by Jason Evans on Oct 4, 2016

When your ear itches then you're going to listen to something, but it will not be sound doctrine. When we judge the word of God given by His preachers & teachers based on our belief rather than judging our belief by the scriptures they bring we're deaf.

2 Timothy 4:1-4 I charge thee therefore before God, and the Lord Jesus Christ, who shall judge the quick and the dead at his appearing and his kingdom; 2 Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all long suffering and doctrine. 3 For the time will come ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-4

Denomination: *other

No Rubber Crutch

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Oct 16, 2006

The Bible is no rubber crutch, but offers real and substantial support for living the Christian life.

No Rubber Crutch John 17:14-17 INTRO.: In times of testing, we all need a crutch. A place of last resort. I recommend the Bible. Your test may be health crisis (Cancer), tragic accident. loss of job or business, divorce after many years. Sometimes you really need some help that no man can give. ...read more

Scripture: John 17:14-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Evidence Of True Faith Series

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Jul 13, 2015

The outgrowth of a personal relationship with Christ is a commitment to truth, love, and morality.

Several years ago I traded at a dry cleaner that has since gone out of business. One week I intended to drop off my clothes, but for some reason or other I never stopped by. Finally, on my way to the office that Friday morning, I had time. When I walked in, two ladies were at the counter. They ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10

Denomination: Baptist