Sermons on Religion:

Absentminded Professor Spreads Falsehoods Regarding Science & Religion

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Feb 24, 2014

Absentminded Professor Spreads Falsehoods Regarding Science & Religion

Throughout much of the modern era, one of the main slugfests with the draw of a Hulk Hogan and Rowdy Roddy Piper cage match of the 1980's has been the ongoing dispute between so-called science and religion Proponents of each side of the debate contend that their own viewpoint is the foundation ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 14:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What The Lord Requires

Contributed by Brian Gordon on Nov 7, 2011

What we learn from the empty religion of the Israelites

I. Introduction A. If you’ve ever taken any time to study the Bible (particularly the Old Testament) you may have noticed that it is not written in chronological order. a. Sometimes that makes Bible Study a little difficult, because it takes a little work to put what you are reading in the ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

Uniqueness Of Christianity

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Oct 5, 2005

Christianity and Religions of the World

Intro: with the diversity of religions in our society today, a question I am asked from time to time is what is the big difference between Christianity and the other religions of the world. Tonight, I would like to give the practical differences, not the deep theological differences. The Uniqueness ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Parable Of The Inner Light

Contributed by James Snyder on Jul 9, 2013

My relationship to God is more than and deeper than all of the elements of religion together. In fact, religion can get in my way of really knowing God.

No other time in history has there been such advancements in technology. Our communications have never been better and yet… People are father apart today than any time in history. It would be hard to imagine another time in history when people were more confused, morally, emotionally, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:33-38

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Call To Repentance

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Apr 24, 2002

Religion without repentance, or repentance apart from religion? How did you come in?

(read text) Let’s begin by looking at the cast of characters: Jesus: The True Witness, who, having come into the world, is the light of the world. The Messiah. Called Rabbi, or Raboni, meaning ‘teacher’. The One who began His earthly ministry with the public cry to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:29-32

Denomination: Orthodox

Sports Theology

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 17, 2018

Marx said religion was the opiate of the masses. He was wrong. Sports are not only the opiate, but the religion of the masses.

The Theology of Sports God - Whoever is champ for the year. He changes from year to year, thus it is a polytheistic religion. Son of God - MVP Jesus Christ - Someone you cry out to when the plays don’t go your team’s way or they make a terrible blunder. Salvation - Reception of a Hail Mary in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

When Religion Isn't Enough Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 13, 2019

True religion isn't about external rituals, but it is about relationship and wholehearted devotion.

A. One day, many years ago, a well-respected British minister took the trolley early Monday morning from his home in the suburbs to the church in downtown London. 1. He paid the driver as he got on the trolley, and being pre-occupied with his busy schedule and the needs of his church he didn’t ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:17-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It's All About Religion (Part 15 ) Series

Contributed by Denis O'callaghan Ph.d. ,th.d., D.d., D. Phil. on Sep 22, 2012

We are looking at what Jesus "really meant" and in doing so I hope that at this point you have come to at least consider that what you were taught about Christ Jesus, His claims, attitudes, actions warrant a reasoned second look.

Part 15 It’s All about "religion" I was walking across a bridge one day, and I saw a man standing on the edge, about to jump off. So I ran over and said 'Stop! don't do it!' 'Why shouldn't I?' he said. I said, 'Well, there's so much to live for!' He said, 'Like what?' I said, 'Well...are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-8, Exodus 30:19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Give Me That Old Time Legalistic Religion

Contributed by Bobby Brewer on Oct 10, 2021

Jesus and Paul experienced opposition from the legalists of their day, as will you and I. None of us are completely immune from its’ affects and we too must guard our hearts from presenting a message and lifestyle that God never intended

Series: We’re on a Mission from God Message: Give Me that Old Time Legalistic Religion Text: Acts 22:22 Big Idea: Jesus had numerous confrontations with the legalists, who among other reasons, sought to kill Him for healing on the Sabbath (Mt. 13:14). Paul also experienced opposition from the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 22:20-22, Acts 22:22

How Will We Be Judged? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Apr 13, 2009

True Christianity is not a religion but a relationship, but this does not mean Christians are not to be religious!

The Bible, the Word of God, is clear, Jesus Christ: • who is God, became a human being • became a man fully obedient to God • performed many miracles • taught about God and eternal life • was crucified, died, and was buried • rose from the dead and spoke to over 500 people • ascended back to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:7-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

2 John

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 31, 2012

Dealing with False Teachers and False Religion

Series: One Chapter Books in the New Testament Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson: 2 John June 10, 2012 A. INTRODUCTION “From the old leader of the church to the elect lady and her children whom I love so much, as do all other believers who have ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Holy Spirit Is Not For Sale Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on Dec 20, 2011

Man's religion is at war with God's revelation.

Introduction “A king who wished to express his affection for a private soldier of his army gave him a richly jeweled cup, his own cup. The soldier, stepping forth to receive the gift, exclaimed shamefacedly, "This is too great a gift for me to receive." "It is not too great for me to give," ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:9-25

Denomination: Christian Church

The Benefit Of A “ Chrisma “ Atmosphere

Contributed by Scott Carroll on May 21, 2011

Describes the difference between religion and relationship

THE BENEFIT OF A “ CHRISMA “ ATMOSPHERE 4-5-09 Luke 10:30-35 30 And Jesus answering said, A certain man went down from Jerusalem to Jericho, and fell among thieves, which stripped him of his raiment, and wounded him, and departed, leaving him half dead. 31 And by chance there came down ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:30-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Bread From Heaven

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 30, 2021

Do I want MY religion or the religion of Jesus? Let’s look at the religion that came from heaven. Let’s discuss the events of John 6:24-35.

Prelude Do I want MY religion or the religion of Jesus? Purpose: Let’s look at the religion that came from heaven. Plan: Let’s discuss the events of John 6:24-35. The Throng John 6:24 when the people therefore saw that Jesus was not there, nor His disciples, they also got into boats and came to ...read more

Scripture: John 6:24-35

Denomination: Baptist

It's Time To Lose Your Religion

Contributed by John Daniel Johnson on Jul 23, 2021

It is time for us to lose our religion and develop a true relationship with Jesus Christ. This sermon deals with five key points on how to leave religion behind: The Man, The Moon, The Mixup, The Messiah, The Message.

“It’s Time to Lose Your Religion” Scripture Reference: John 3:1-10 Preached at Mount Zion Baptist Church on July 18, 2021 Delivered by John Daniel Johnson www.mountzionfamily.com Introduction Question— Aren’t you glad Jesus loves sinners? Illustration The preacher’s Sunday sermon was on the Sin ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist