Sermons on Religious Heritage:

How Could Paul Be The ‘world’s Biggest Sinner’ When He Was So Religious? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 29, 2014

A look at how the greatest evil is often wears religious clothes and how we can avoid having that happen in our lives.

A QUESTION: How could Paul be the “world’s biggest sinner” when he was so religious? - 1 Timothy 1:15. - This passage is interesting and sets up an obvious question: if Paul was so religious and so focused on pleasing God, how could he have been the world’s biggest sinner? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:15

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From Jeremiah – Part 23 – The Religious Classes Were Superficial And Acted Corruptly – Challenges – Greedy And False Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jun 6, 2024

Living in a society where all is greed and false is not pleasant, but when this is worst among the religious class, it is especially wicked. Jeremiah faced this problem. The arrogance of today’s western world is almost unbelievable. Serious problems are addressed superficially.

LESSONS FROM JEREMIAH – PART 23 – THE RELIGIOUS CLASSES WERE SUPERFICIAL AND ACTED CORRUPTLY – CHALLENGES – GREEDY AND FALSE PART 23 - Jeremiah 6:13-15 CHAPTER 6 [A]. GOD LISTS SOME OF THE REASONS FOR THE COMING DESTRUCTION IN JUDAH {{Jeremiah 6:13 “for from the least of them even to the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 6:13-15, Hosea 4:7-9, Ezekiel 34:1-20, Ezekiel 13:3-5, Ezekiel 22:26, Ezekiel 13:10-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

First Called Christians At Antioch

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Nov 26, 2013

Why does Luk mention that believers were first called Christians at Antioch?

First Called Christians at Antioch Acts 11:19-26 This passage follows the conversion of the Roman Centurion, Cornelius. God had opened the door for the Gentiles to come in. It took divine intervention to make it happen. First or all, Peter had to receive a vision from the Lord to direct him to go. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Life Lived In The Shadows Or In The Light Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Jul 25, 2017

At the time Paul had written to the Jewish Christians at Colossae, some of them were going back to Judaism. In this message Paul shows the greatness of life lived in the Light of Jesus Christ.

LIFE LIVED IN THE SHADOWS OR THE LIGHT Colossians 2:16-23 Greenmount and O’Leary Churches of Christ January 8, 2017 Audio Link: http://chirb.it/b17f2L LIFE LIVED IN THE SHADOWS OR THE LIGHT Colossians 2:16-23 Greenmount and O’Leary Churches of Christ January 8, 2017 January 15, 2017 (Church ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:16-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus And The Pharisee's Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 11, 2014

Jesus confronted the Pharisee’s with straight talk to get them to change their ways. He wanted them to see the error in their thinking, behavior and change. He wanted them to see their legalistic – non grace attitude which was driving them away from Heaven and not toward Heaven.

Video from sermon central: Shoes and Judging Theme: Let’s Talk Series 3: Straight Talk What is it? Straight talk from a redneck: 1. Darlin. You’re hotter than donut grease at a fat man convention. 2. Duct tape is like "The Force." It has a light side, a dark side, and it holds the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Heart Of Your Problem Is The Problem Of Your Heart Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 25, 2018

The reason we like traditions, whether it’s washing your hands or dressing up for church, is that it is something we can do outwardly and feel good about ourselves.

INTRODUCTION Part of this message is about traditions. Why do we do the things we do? Sometimes we do them because we’ve always done them the same way and we never questioned the reason. Growing up, I had exactly the same breakfast every morning: two fried eggs, bacon, grits, and toast. And the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

What Brings A Smile To God's Face?

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Nov 8, 2018

A sermon in the character of an observer who was seeing the events that unfolded in Mark 12:38-44, where he see the difference between the religious rulers and the widow, and we explore not only what this means for us but what this story reveals about God.

I will never forget that day. I was sitting near the back waiting to worship and out of the corner of my eye I could the one everyone was talking about. This is the one who was challenging some of the religious authorities, not with violence but with love and something called grace. And there ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:38-44

Denomination: Lutheran

Do Not Conform To The Pattern Of This World. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Nov 25, 2024

As Christians, we are called to live a life that is distinct from the world.

As Christians, we are called to live a life that is distinct from the world. We are to be a people who are set apart, holy, and consecrated to God. However, it's easy to get caught up in the ways of the world and conform to its patterns and customs. The World's Influence The world has a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2, 1 Peter 2:9

Preaching The Gospel Of Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 22, 2024

The Great Commission in Matthew 28:19-20 commands us to "Go and make disciples of all nations

Why we have to preach the gospel: We have to preach the Gospel because: 1. *God commands it*: Jesus instructs us to “Go and make disciples of all nations” (Matthew 28:19). 2. *Souls are at stake*: People without Christ are lost and destined for eternal separation from God (John 3:36). 3. *The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19, Acts 1:8, 1 Corinthians 9:16-17

Uncovering The Truth Of False Prophets. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 29, 2024

False prophets come from the sources of Satan, the world, and the human heart.

The false prophets at the end times refer to individuals who claim to speak on behalf of God but promote false teachings and lead people away from the truth. The Bible warns about the rise of false prophets in the last days, who will: 1. Appear as sheep but inwardly be ravenous wolves (Matthew ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:1, 2 Timothy 2:17-18, Mark 7:20-23

The Week That Changed The World: The Day Jesus Cleaned House Series

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jul 3, 2021

The Lord Jesus arrived in Jerusalem hailed by the Jews as the Davidic king who would restore Israel. He arrived not for that purpose, but to fulfill Isaiah's prophecy of the Suffering Servant who restored all of HIs people back to God. The first step was to restore His house.

The final week of Jesus' public ministry had started with His triumphal entry into Jerusalem, being hailed as the rightful heir of David and the One who would finally drive out the hated Roman Gentile oppressors and restore the nation of Israel back to its former glory, or so the people ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-17, Mark 11:1-17, Luke 19:28-48, John 2:13-22, John 12:12-19, Psalm 118:26, Isaiah 56:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Stirred Up Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 28, 2023

If you want all that Jesus has for you, recognize that He is God and trust Him with your life.

Pastor Tullian Tchividjian talks about losing his car keys at least twice a year. He’s late for a meeting or an appointment and can’t find his car keys. Does that ever happen to you? I know it happens to me far more times than I care to admit. He’s certain that either his wife or one of his ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-47, Colossians 2:9

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Revival Praying

Contributed by C.a. Mccracken on Mar 22, 2005

Revival only comes one way...through PRAYER! It’s time to go back to the basics of our spiritual heritage and make prayer our focus.

"Revival Praying" James 5:16 16 Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much. Jim Cymbala, pastor of Brooklyn Tabernacle, Brooklyn, New York, had the following to say about revival: "Revival is ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lord, Give Me My Mountain

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 10, 2017

Seems the negative crowds has been buried in all their negativity, but one family stands up and says: LORD, GIVE ME MY MOUNTAIN, it is my heritage.

LORD GIVE ME MY MOUNTAIN... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com There will always be seasons... Genesis 8:22 While the earth remaineth, seedtime and harvest, and cold and heat, and summer and winter, and day and ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 14:11-14, Numbers 13:34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Our Availability Makes Room For God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 23, 2024

This sermon explores how Isaac's story teaches us to persist against opposition, honor our spiritual heritage, and trust in God's provision during difficult times.

As we gather here today, dear brothers and sisters in Christ, we find ourselves on the cusp of a story that is as old as time itself, yet as fresh and relevant as the morning dew. A story that weaves itself into the fabric of our lives, threading through our joys, our sorrows, our trials, and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:19-22

Topics: Opposition, Diligence