Sermons on Religion Scholars:

I Will Show The Difference! Series

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jun 9, 2013

God has a yardstick to determine who loves Him and who does not! Mere religion cannot capture the Messiah’s heart! Beware!

I will show the difference! Malachi 3:18”Then you shall again discern Between the righteous and the wicked, Between one who serves God And one who does not serve Him.” God has a yardstick to determine who loves Him and who does not! Mere religion cannot capture the Messiah’s ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:16-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why The Law Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Aug 7, 2019

It is amazing how many of “us” have a performance-based religion! There are many who believe that a right relationship with God can be attained through the performance of the law.

INTRODUCTION: It is amazing how many of “us” have a performance-based religion! There are many who believe that a right relationship with God can be attained through the performance of the law. Read Ex. 20:3-17; Deut. 5:6-21; Matt. 22:35-40. God did not give the law so that people could become ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Contrast Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 25, 2016

There is nothing like a contrast to make the point; Jesus used the idea of contrast to highlight Who He is, and to distinguish external religion from true devotion.

The Power of Contrast (Mark 12:35-44) 1. Illustration … a few years ago,. Trying to tell someone about the Windfarm on I-65 in NW Indiana. This person had never seen the big windmills, and was thinking of a place with 3 tiny windmills on US 31.. or the types farmers use to pump water in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:35-44

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Getting Life Right: Romans 10:1-17

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Jul 30, 2020

Righteousness: Right STANDING, Right RELATIONSHIP, Right BEHAVIOR, through Christ. Not by birth, religion, goodness. Evangelistic (Romans 10:9-10) and missional focus.

GETTING LIFE RIGHT—Romans 10:1-17 When I say the word “righteousness,” what pops into your head? Is it an image of a self-righteous person, who delights in being better than everyone else? Do you get defensive, because you know you’re not perfectly righteous? Do you have a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

I, John - A Tale Of Two Kingdoms

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Dec 20, 2021

A first person sermon by John the Apostle about the confusion of religion and politics. It's purpose is to focus on the kingdom of God and not be overwhelmed by the kingdom of this world.

“A Tale of Two Kingdoms” – December 19, 2021(Sunday AM) Subject: What is the connection between religion and politics? Complement: its a confusing connection - but our King is Jesus Big idea: The government shall be upon his shoulders. Introduction: (the sermon is told by John in first person); ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7, John 1:1-15, Revelation 1:9-19, Revelation 12:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stop And Listen

Contributed by Byron Perrine on Jul 9, 2022

Similar to Paul's "Mars Hill" sermon, the intent of this sermon is to touch the hearts of persons of all religions and point them to the Lord.

“Stop Today and Listen” A Sermon for a Family Reunion at a Campground—Mixed Faiths Hebrews 11:13-16, Psalm 19:1-4 While it has been a number of years since my wife and I have been able to attend, still, in all the years since we were last here with you, I have never forgotten the inspiring calm ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:13-16, Psalm 19:1-4

Denomination: United Methodist

Divorce Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 15, 2022

The only countries that do not allow divorce are the Philippines and the Vatican City. The Vatican City is a state ruled by the head of the Catholic Church, a religion that does not allow for divorce.

Sermon on the Mount - Matthew 5:31-32 (Divorce) 31 "It has been said, 'Anyone who divorces his wife must give her a certificate of divorce.' 32But I tell you that anyone who divorces his wife, except for sexual immorality, makes her the victim of adultery, and anyone who marries a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:31-32

Denomination: Baptist

When The Gospel Witness Gets You In Trouble Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 7, 2025

We stand up and defend the freedom of speech and of religion, and know that there are thousands of people and hundreds of organizations that would like to put clamps on those very freedoms.

Friday of the Fourteenth Week in Course 2025 Let’s honestly look at St. Matthew’s story in today’s Gospel, and the lesson that Jesus is trying to teach us disciples. Admit it. You don’t like what Jesus is saying, and neither do I. A little flock of sheep in the midst of a band of wolves is not the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 46:1-30, Psalm 37:3-4, Psalm 37:18-19, Psalm 37:27-28, Psalm 37:39-40, Matthew 10:16-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

Blessed Trinity, God In Three Persons

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Jun 11, 2014

The first Anglican Article of Religion states: "There is but one living and true God. There are three persons, of one substance, power and eternity; Father, Son and Holy Spirit." God in three persons blessed Trinity.

For Those not familiar with an Anglican Service; there a four readings before the Message is shared. The Scriptures appointed for Trinity Sunday this year are: Genesis 1:1-2:4; Psalm 8; 2 Corinthians 12:11-13 and Mathew 28:16-20 A Jewish father was concerned about his son. He had not truly ...read more

Scripture: John 16:12-15

Denomination: Anglican

An Indoor-Outdoor Spiritual Barbeque

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 14, 2015

A damning indictment against stubborn unbelief, and a shocking redefining of 'family'...

AN INDOOR-OUTDOOR SPIRITUAL BARBEQUE. Mark 3:20-35. Belief crowds in towards Jesus, oblivious of walls (oblivious of the roof on one occasion), in the hope of a healing touch (Mark 3:20). Unbelief stands outside, questioning Jesus’ sanity. Some well-meaning acquaintances of Jesus wanted to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:20-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Curse Of Idolizing Family Over God. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 27, 2024

Idolatry is a serious offense against God, and one of the most subtle forms of idolatry is prioritizing family over our relationship with Him.

Idolatry is a serious offense against God, and one of the most subtle forms of idolatry is prioritizing family over our relationship with Him. Today, we'll explore the curse of worshipping idols over family and the importance of putting God first. Exodus 20:3-5 warns us, "You shall have ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:3-5, Matthew 10:37-39

It's All Good!

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jun 20, 2016

There are times that I have thought to myself, that makes perfect sense! And then there are times that I thought to myself, never in 100 years would have I figured or thought to do that. But yet, it was exactly what needed to be done!

It's all Good! God is good all the time and all the time God is good! What's good you may ask? All of it! Absolutely everything, as long as God is involved in the details. That should really be the Christians mindset, shouldn't it? Does everyone know what an aura is? 1. An invisible emanation ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Leap Of Faith

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jun 15, 2022

The point is the shepherd. The point is the shepherd who risks and seeks and perseveres and celebrates.

LEAP OF FAITH LUKE 15:1-7 #FATHERSDAY2022 INTRODUCTION https://www.wingclips.com/movie-clips/despicable-me/leap-of-faith (1:51) This scene is from Despicable Me (2010, Universal Pictures). The animated movie is about Felonious Gru, a super-villain who adopts three girls, Margo, Edith, and Agnes, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Letting Go

Contributed by Troy Richards on Apr 26, 2011

A call to begin the new year with forgiveness.

-so to start the new year, I thought we’d go with an idea that almost everyone knows, one that can be really helps with all sorts of New Year’s resolutions and getting along with people. But at the same time it’s probably one of the hardest ones to do. Forgiveness. -and this was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:17-26

Denomination: Methodist

The Genius Of Christianity Series

Contributed by Stan Rodda on Oct 13, 2004

Looking at fellowship and how we overlook so much of what it means to us as Christians, but really Christianity offers something no other "religion" does, true fellowship.

The Genius of Christianity! Story of Linda and Whitehorse Community is the genius of Christianity -having areas of interest in common, sharing things Acts 2:42 Koinonia- sharing, participation, contribution Let’s study this more! Acts 2:44-47 Where is the community in this passage? V. 44- in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:44-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ