Sermons on Religious Objections:

The Woman Caught In Adultery

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Apr 15, 2013

Taking a look at the dynamics involved in Jesus' encounter with the religious leaders and with the woman caught in adultery. The religious leaders set the trap, Jesus turned it back on them and in the end the woman was released from her trap.

The woman caught in adultery John 8:1-11 1) Setting the trap (Vs. 1-6a). Unlike today, the sin of adultery was a serious crime in biblical day-punishable by death. We don’t know how she was caught in the act. Perhaps it was a set-up. And the Pharisees could’ve brought her to Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11, Romans 8:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Disgusted Or Delighted? Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 28, 2018

A stark contrast between religious hypocrites and a faithful woman. The religious show-offs were mostly interested in what they could GET out of life. And the poor widow as interested in all she could GIVE.

INTRODUCTION My younger brother, Dan, and I are a lot alike. He serves as a Minister of Education and Senior Adults at a church in Conway, Arkansas. One thing we have in common is that we both have a sense of humor leaning toward puns and groaners. You’ve endured plenty of my groaners through the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:38-44

Denomination: Baptist

From The Worst To The Best Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 23, 2021

Paul tells us in verses 13 and 14 that he was always a very religious man, and he was zealous in his commitment to Judaism. Paul becomes a great example of both the danger and value of being religious.

Mary Marrow had just arrived in China as a missionary when the Boxer Rebellion broke out in 1900. The leaders of China blamed the missionaries for the problems of the land, and mobs began to violently persecute the Christians. They were dragged from their homes and forced to stomp on a cross or ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:13

Is Hell Forever? Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Sep 30, 2015

Although unpopular in today's culture of tolerance religious pluralism, the doctrine of hell is necessary for Christians and non-Christians.

Is Hell Forever? Perhaps an even more relevant question is whether there really is a hell? According to a 2003 survey by Barna research, 76% of Americans believe Heaven exists, 71% of Americans believe Hell exists, but only .005 believe that they will be sent there. So, while many people believe ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:11-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Problem Of Immodesty: Some Biblical Principles - Part 1

Contributed by James Groce on Jul 17, 2002

Christians young and old find the subject of modest apparel a difficult subject to discuss objectively.

Part 1 Introduction A. Text: Col. 3:17. B. Christians young and old find the subject of modest apparel a difficult subject to discuss objectively. C. Yet it is a Bible subject, so we must give our reverent and obedient attention to it. I. DEFINING THE RELEVANT WORDS A. “Immodest” has many ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

What To Do When Everyone Is Against You?

Contributed by Michael Hudson on Nov 23, 2000

Daniel, who faithful served both the Lord and the king, found himself the object of a conspiracy.

What do you do when everyone is against you? Daniel 6:1-10 This week is the week that the United States has set aside to have a Thanksgiving holiday. A day set aside to thank our Lord for His goodness toward us. A day to thank God for the food on the table, clothes on the back, and more blessings ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-10

Denomination: *other

"Fellowship In The Church"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Aug 17, 2004

Used as a Homecoming message, this sermon examines the 3 objectives of the church: Doctrine, Fellowship, and Prayer.

“Fellowship In The Church” INTRODUCTION: TODAY, we’re going to take a POSITIVE look at the church. Too often, the church gets a “bad rap”. Some people might have a NEGATIVE view of the church. BUT … I don’t see it that way. Have you ever NOT WANTED to come to church? STORY: One Saturday ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42

Denomination: Baptist

The Charge Of The Church

Contributed by Norris Harris I on Apr 28, 2003

This message deals with four prime objectives to be achieved on fulfilling our charge to this present age.

We Need To talk! I want to chat with you from the subject “The Charge of the Church.” The Scripture upon which I base my argument is penned by John Mark in his Gospel Narrative: Mark 5:17-20. In that second stanza of Charles Wesley’s hymn “A Charge to Keep I Have,” he wrote: “To serve the present ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:17-20

Denomination: Baptist

Resurrection Living Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Aug 1, 2003

The object of this sermon is to ask folks to evaluate their lives to see if they are living the victorious resurrection life!

1 Corinthians Resurrection Living 1 Corinthians 16 August 3, 2003 Intro: A. [Condensed Viewpoint] Sally says to Charlie Brown, “We have to write a short piece for school that expresses our personal principles for life. So far I’ve written, ‘Who cares?’ and ‘Forget it.’” Charlie Brown says, “How ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:1-24, 1 Corinthians 15:50-58

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Co-Opted Kingdom

Contributed by Ken Pell on May 24, 2010

God’s people are a Kingdom and are to pursue Kingdom objectives that transcend earth-bound pursuits.

THE CO-OPTED KINGDOM Rev. 5:6-10 Sermon Objective: God’s people are a Kingdom and are to pursue Kingdom objectives that transcend earth-bound pursuits. Intro I want to let you know how much I am enjoying our journey through The Revelation. I have been studying it for quite a while now and backing ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:10

Denomination: Nazarene

The Great Reunion Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Mar 1, 2010

The object lesson of the two sticks pictures the great reunion that will take place at the return of Jesus.

I’ve never been a big fan of reunions. Somehow the idea of getting together with a bunch of people you haven’t seen or even talked to in years so that you can all try to impress each other just isn’t something that I look forward to. And as I get older, the thought of taking part ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:15-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Myth And The Magic, The Moment And The Master

Contributed by Ronald Law on Jul 6, 2006

Objective:- Show congregation that Christianity is more than a religion or a magical solution to their problems, it is a relationship.

Mark 5:24-34 The Myth and the Magic, The Moment and the Master Objective:- Show congregation that Christianity is more than a religion or a magical solution to their problems, it is a relationship. Introduction The story of the woman who reached through the crowd and touched the hem of His ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:24-34

Denomination: Methodist

The Epiphany Of The Lord

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 8, 2018

Allowing oneself to be invaded and rearranged by objective value is what makes life worth living.

The Epiphany of the Lord is when Christ was made known to the magi, who represent all the nations. Today, when we say that someone has had an epiphany, we mean that the person has had a moment in which they have achieved a realization, an awareness or a knowledge of something. An AHA! MOMENT, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Catholic

Sermon On The Artifacts Of Life

Contributed by William Meakin on Mar 28, 2025

An artifact is defined as an object made by a human being, typically one of cultural or historical interest.

Leo Tolstoy, a Russian writer once remarked: “Truth, like gold, is to be obtained not by its growth, but by washing away from it all that is not gold.” 1 John 2:22 reminds us: “Who is the liar but he who denies that Jesus is the Christ? This is the antichrist, he who denies the Father and the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:7-11, Ephesians 2:8-9, Galatians 6:7-8, Proverbs 12:22

Divine Gift: Angelic Guardians Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 25, 2021

The life of God’s people is the object of God’s gentle, intense and saving love.

Gospel of Life The value of human life is such that from the first moment of our existence, God assigns us a spirit guardian. As the Catholic Catechism says, “From its beginning until death, human life is surrounded by their watchful care and intercession. ‘Beside each believer stands an angel ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 23:20-23, Matthew 18:1-10

Denomination: Catholic