Sermons on Religions Of The West:

The Cost Of Freedom

Contributed by Eston Williams on Aug 24, 2005

Freedom of religion is very expensive with one of its major prices being respect for those whose religion is different than ours.

The Cost of Freedom A Christian group has proposed an amendment to our constitution. Here’s why: “Believing that Almighty God is the source of all power and authority in civil government, that the Lord Jesus Christ is the Ruler of Nations, and that the revealed Will of God is of Supreme ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-15

Denomination: Methodist

One God. Conclusion Series

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Jul 10, 2006

This religion that Jesus brought to earth was a spiritual religion, not of this earth, nor did or does it, have any root upon the earth.

One God. Conclusion Eph 4:3 Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. Eph 4:4 There is one body, and one Spirit, even as ye are called in one hope of your calling; Eph 4:5 ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:3-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Secure Forever

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Aug 23, 2006

What is the basis of your security? money? job? religion?

Story about how insecure we Americans feel after 9/11 Office of Homeland Security 1. Introduce idea of Security. Freedom from risk or danger; safety. Freedom from doubt, anxiety, or fear; confidence. We also ought to understand security in terms of who trying to steal our security from us as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:23

Denomination: Baptist

The Big Door

Contributed by David Mcnally on Aug 9, 2007

There is a stretch of water west of Scotland called the ’Doris Mor’ - ’Big Door’. Christians have nothing to fear from the ’Doris Mor’ between this life and the next.

Psalm 103: 1-12 1st John 5:1-13 Sermon: The big door Pray: May the words of my mouth ……… The Gospel has been preached in this country for nearly 2,00 years. Apart from the famous names, such as Ninian and Columba, John Bunyan, John Wesley, Bill Graham, there must have been hundreds of "unsung ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Truth Or Consequences

Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Jun 28, 2007

Jesus said “No one comes to the Father except by me.” It is clear then that not all religions are equal; that not all religions are true; and that not all religions lead us to God. Those that reject Christ lead us away from him.

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, Lord, my rock and my redeemer. Amen. (Psalm 19:14) In our pluralistic society today, we often hear people say that what someone believes in isn’t as ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:23-29

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Stephens Sermon Part 1b

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 23, 2017

By beginning with God’s appearance to Abraham he indicates that he doesn’t disagree with the fathers on what constitutes true religion—the religion of the Jews. For them, all religion, the worship of God, the doctrine of the law, all prophecies....

The God of glory appeared unto our father Abraham. The God of glory is a Hebrew form of expression denoting "the glorious God." It expresses His "majesty, or splendor, or magnificence"; and the word "glory" is often used to describe the marvelous appearances in which God has shown Himself to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Understanding Religious Fundamentalism

Contributed by Robert Sickler on Mar 12, 2015

The United States has a very long history of unsuccessful conflicts with Islamic fundamentalists. The reason is that the only person who can really understand the dedication of a religious fundamentalist is another religious fundamentalist.

UNDERSTANDING RELIGIOUS FUNDAMENTALISM ILLUSTRATION THE GATHERS There was a very wise man who one day decided to journey to a neighboring city with three of his followers. They were not long into their journey when they came upon a man picking berries. In his quest to get the largest and best ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Christian Church

What Is The Grace Of God? Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jun 19, 2007

It is GRACE that seperates Christianity from the rest of the world’s religions!

Sermon Brief Date Written: April 12, 2007 Date Preached: April 15, 2007 Where Preached: OZHBC (AM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: The Doctrines of the Faith Sermon Title: What is the Grace of God? Sermon Text: Eph 2:8-10 8 For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

Why Us? Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Sep 5, 2021

The proof of God’s love and His faithfulness to His Covenant is People is the fact that they are still around despite every effort that’s been made over the centuries and millennia to not only eliminate them from “the River to the Sea” but off the face of the earth.

“Why me?” Have you ever sung that song? The refrain goes something like this: “Why do bad things always happen to me?” I was singing that song one day when a man came up to me and said, “Why not you? Are you special?” Yep. I am special. And so are you … which is why bad things happen to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3, Genesis 15:17-18, Zechariah 9:2-3, Genesis 17:1-8, Deuteronomy 7:6-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: United Methodist

The Stumbling Stone Series

Contributed by Gary Moore on Feb 4, 2008

Distinction between "pop religion" and a biblical faith.

I am the LORD, and there is no other. I form light and create darkness, I make well-being and create calamity, I am the LORD, who does all these things (Isaiah 45.5-7). It has been my observation that many people like to think of God as a kind of protective big brother. It is somehow reassuring ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:19-29

Denomination: Congregational

The Most Religious Person I Know

Contributed by Brian Buriff on Jun 3, 2008

The problem and solution to Legalism & Self-Imposed Religion

I. PROBLEM OF JEWISH LEADERS IMPOSING RULES OF CONFORMITY ON COLOSIANS A. New Gentile Christians – struggling to wrap their brains around new-found faith B. Warning About Jewish Leaders 1. “Let no one judge you…” “Let no one cheat you…” (v. 16,18) 2. They are intrusive into things they have not ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Acting Good Or Good Actions?

Contributed by Judith Hand on Feb 8, 2014

True religion is not acting good but doing good.

ACTING GOOD …OR GOOD ACTIONS? Our passage in Isaiah seems contradictory at first… the prophet is told to tell the people they are in rebellion and sin even though it says “day after day they seek God out and seem eager to know his ways”! But God says they are a nation who ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

My House Is Not An Emporium: An Exposition Of John 2:13-25

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jan 11, 2019

What happens when religion becomes a business?

My Father’s House is not an Emporium: An Exposition of John 2:13-25 Jesus had just finished His first sign which was the turning of water into wine. This He had done in response to His mother’s request. When we sntudied the passage, we had to deal with the cryptic statement: “My time has not yet ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-25, John 2:13-22, Malachi 3:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Righteousness Exalts A Nation

Contributed by Walter Thomas on Nov 6, 2016

A Christian citizen's political responsibility, politics and religion?

“RIGHTEOUSNESS EXALTS A NATION” Dr. Walter Thomas A SERMON ON A CHRISTIAN’S POLITICAL RESPONSIBILITY Proverbs 14:34 “Righteousness exalts a nation but sin is a reproach to any people”. Summary: A Christian citizen is obligated to speak, vote and live-out the Kingdom ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:34

Denomination: Other

Prejudice Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 21, 2023

True religion doesn’t play favorites.

INTRODUCTION • When we began this series last week, I talked about the practical and straightforward teachings in the Book of James. • Last week we started the series with a practical message about living out the message. • As we spend time together in James, we will examine ways to live out the ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ