Sermons on Religion Vacia:

"Getting Real Religion" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Sep 8, 2008

Fourth sermon in a series on the use and abuse of the tongue.

It should be the goal of every Christian to make sure that they avoid the tragedy of having a saved soul, but living a wasted life. This is the subject of our passage for today. James speaks to us about getting "real religion," that is, how to make sure we live out our faith in such a way that our ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Baptist

Freedom From Religion

Contributed by Dan Brown on Dec 4, 2006

Following Christ is a relationship not a religion.

Sunday Morning 8/12/01-Col. 2-Freedom From Religion Key idea: Following X is a relationship not a religion. Video Clip: Matrix 1:37:20-1:38:19 Neo confused about his identity, doesn’t understand who he really is, we as xians suffer from the same problem. Don’t know or understand who we are. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:8-13

Denomination: *other

When Religion's Not Enough Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 30, 2006

A look at the high priesthood of Jesus and the implications that carries for our lives

1. Title: When Religion’s Not Enough 2. Text: Hebrews 7 3. Audience: Villa Heights Christian Church, AM worship crowd, August 13, 2006, in the series “Nothing Better Than The Best” 4. Type: expository 5. Objectives: • For the people to understand the necessity of having a High Priest in our ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:1-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Losing My Religion Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Mar 17, 2011

To be able to break away from tightly held beliefs, there has to be a conversion of the heart and mind

Losing my Religion Acts 10-11 After several years of trying to bring about change from the inside, former President Jimmy Carter announced that he’s severing his ties with the Southern Baptist church over its treatment of women. “I have been a practicing Christian all my life and a ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

The Big Bang Religion

Contributed by David Diyanni on Apr 9, 2011

Is the Big Bang a theory or a fact. Find out as we continue to explore what the Bible says about our origins.

The Big Bang ‘Something From Nothing?’ Introduction A. The reason I am teaching on the topic of evolution verses creation is so that you can get access to scientific information that the public schools are censoring for fear that it might show how foolish the teaching of evolution ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-31

Denomination: Vineyard

"From Religion To Relationship"

Contributed by David Henderson on Apr 12, 2011

We come this morning to one of the most familiar passages of scripture in the Bible. Certainly most of us have memorized John 3:16 than any other verse ion the Bible. Preschoolers can recite it. Football fans paint it on signs and sit in the end zone.

“From Religion to Relationship” John 3:1-16 Billy Graham tells the story of the time early in His ministry when he arrived in a small town to preach a revival meeting. He had arrived a bit early so he decided to finish a letter he was writing and get it in the mail. He finished the ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Only Two Religions

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Apr 16, 2011

There are not thousands of religions as some claim; rather there are only two: the religion of works and the religion of grace.

Only Two Religions Chuck Sligh March 2000 TEXT: Ephesians 2:8-9 INTRODUCTION A. There seems to be a multitude of religions in the world. It seems like there are literally thousands of them. But, in reality, there are only two religions in the world. (EXPAND AS LED B. Before we begin, let me ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Second-Hand Religion

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 2, 2011

Faith in Jesus allows us to have a real personal relationship with God.

Focus Passage: Exodus 33:7-23 KEY VERSE 18 “Show me Your glory” Supplemental Passage: John 10:10 "The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly.” Introduction: References to second hand clothing or other items, or ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:7-23

Denomination: Baptist

Challenging Our Religion Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Jan 5, 2011

So Jesus came to challenge and to change the way people think. And as He continued to challenge religion His ministry led Him to a variety of places. We see two of them today.

“Challenging our Religion” Matthew 12:1-14 Eventually the ministry of Jesus was sure to cause great controversy. After all, Jesus challenged all of the religious leaders of the day. The Pharisees, the Saducees, anyone who was teaching tradition over truth. Jesus was never ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

From Religion To Relationship Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 21, 2012

As Jesus ministered to Nicodemus, He focused on moving him from relgion to a relationship.

This morning, as we continue to learn how to be more effective ministers for Jesus by studying how He ministered, we’ll come to what is undoubtedly the most well known verse of Scripture in the entire Bible. We see the reference to that verse on signs at sporting events, printed on the bottom ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

The False Security Of Religion Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 29, 2014

Who are you trying to please? Are you into a religion or are you into a relationship?

INTRODUCTION Some of you know the pastor of First Baptist Church of Orlando, Florida, Dr. Jim Henry, is a good friend of mine. Not long after they had been in their new building, they had an unusual thing happen on a Sunday morning. They were through most of the worship service and the choir was ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Losing My Religion Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Mar 2, 2013

God is head over heels in love with you!

LOSING MY RELIGION An Introduction to the Sermon Series, “The Misunderstood God**” 1 Corinthians 13:4-8 Big Idea: God is head over heels in love with you! INTRO: In a few minutes we will be reading from 1 Corinthians 13. But, may I ask you a few questions first? • How many ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Denomination: Nazarene

The Cure For Wearisome Religion Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Feb 22, 2014

Jesus came so that we could step off the treadmill of "law" and into the glory of His Grace.

Law and Gospel: The Cure for Wearisome Religion Matthew 11:25-30 I have never cared to much for exercising on a treadmill: I think it may be my overwhelming desire to be practical, even with effort and exercise; I hate to walk in one ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30

Denomination: Baptist

Losing God In Religion Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 3, 2015

We lose God when we emphasize a ritual or object over and above our relationship with God. Don't expect God's blessings without repentance.

During a service at an old synagogue, when a particular prayer was said, half the congregants stood up and half remained sitting. The half that was seated started yelling at those standing to sit down, and the ones standing yelled at the ones sitting to stand up. The new rabbi didn't know ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 4:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Religion, Reformation, Or Relationship

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 1, 2017

What matters is not what religion you are or cleaning up your act. What matters is your relationship with Christ.

Religion, Reformation, or Relationship Matthew 12:34b-50 Traditionally, on New Year’s Day, many people make resolutions. About 85% of those made are for some form of self-improvement. While most of those who make resolutions are sincere, only 8% ever achieve their goal. How many times have you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:34-50

Denomination: Baptist