Sermons on Religious Pride:

Understanding Misunderstandings

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Nov 21, 2024

I will be preaching on something that everyone in this congregation can relate to. I will be preaching on “Understanding Misunderstandings”.

The word Misunderstood is a situation in life where someone’s intentions, actions, or words are misrepresented. Being misunderstood has led to some tradgic things in life. Let me illustrate… Illus: A woman came home late one night after work and quietly opens the door to her bedroom. When she ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-32

Denomination: Baptist

A Reflection Of Sacrifice Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 4, 2011

There were two Joseph's who met a need in Jesus' life, one at the first Christmas and one at the first Easter.

A Reflection of Sacrifice He’s always the forgotten one at Christmas. Oh we remember the Christ child, how could we forget him, even in the shopping malls they sing about the birth of Christ and his name is even included in the very word Christmas. Without Christ there would be no Christmas ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-21

Denomination: Wesleyan

I Spy With My Little Eye

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Aug 15, 2009

Some of us wrestle sins that others have long defeated through Jesus blood yet we are critical of others when we see the sin we so easily defeated present in their lives. Jesus is telling us to remember we once had a board across our eyes and not just a s

I Spy with My Little Eye Luke Chapter 6:37-42 We live in a world that has lost its moral compass. The line between right and wrong, truth and a lie have become blurred. This kind of thinking is called relativism. I remember an old movie where a young man (Alfred) was giving advice to a store ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:37-42

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Four Types Of Character Or Personalities Before The Crucifixion.

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 30, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: What will you do if the candid camera is on you? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that in GOD's Presence, all hearts will be revealed. IV. TEXT: Matthew 26:57-75 57 Then the people who ha

I. EXORDIUM: What will you do if the candid camera is on you? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that in GOD's Presence, all hearts will be revealed. IV. TEXT: Matthew 26:57-75 57 Then the people who had arrested Jesus led him to the home of Caiaphas, the high ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:57-75

Denomination: Pentecostal

Circumcision Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 22, 2024

Using OT Scripture, Paul proves in Romans 4:9-12 that circumcision is not a prerequisite for justification. Justification is by faith alone. Vital principles applicable today are taught in this passage of Scripture.

Intro Romans 4 naturally divides into sections: 1. Justification is by faith, not by works (vv.1-8). 2. Justification by faith is not dependent on ritual (vv. 9-16). 3. The kind of faith that leads to justification is exemplified by Abraham (vv. 17-22). 4. Justification is available now for all ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-16, Genesis 15:6, Galatians 6:12, Galatians 3:28-29, Romans 11:1-36, Romans 9:6-7, Luke 3:8, 2 Corinthians 5:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Hezekiah Cause Of Fall

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 15, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Are we a show off? Do we live by faith and yet wanted others to live by sight? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that living by faith will benefit us more and especially if we share our faith. IV. TE

I. EXORDIUM: Are we a show off? Do we live by faith and yet wanted others to live by sight? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that living by faith will benefit us more and especially if we share our faith. IV. TEXT: 2 Chronicles 32:24-26 (New Living Translation, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 32:24-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

No Halfway Measures

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 23, 2023

The Persian Broadcasting System interviews King Nebuchadnezzar after his seven-year absence.

Good morning. This is Ashbazar with the Persian Broadcasting System, bringing you a morning edition of the Newshour, with a breaking story live from Babylon. We have been told to stand by for a story of national importance direct from the king’s palace. As soon as they are ready, we will go direct ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:17-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Is Religious Freedom In Jeopardy? A Look At The First Amendment And What The Bible Has To Say.

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Apr 1, 2020

During the current global viral Pandemic, it was apparent that some churches were not following government guidelines designed to help save the lives of its citizens.

During the current global viral Pandemic, it is apparent that some church Pastors are not following government guidelines designed to help save the lives of its citizens, and some have even vowed not to permit "any dictator law" to stop services, and have encouraged worshippers to meet, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7, Matthew 22:34-40, Romans 2:4, John 13:34-35, 1 Peter 2:12-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

La ReligiÓn Que Da Forma A AmÉrica

Contributed by Byron Perrine on Apr 22, 2020

Este sermón nos recuerda lo que hemos perdido al abandonar los valores tradicionales, y advierte contra el cambio de paradigma que actualmente tiene lugar en nuestra cultura, y el impacto que este cambio tendrá en el futuro de nuestra nación.

Mañana es el Día de la Independencia. El Día de la Independencia es para nuestra nación lo que el Día de Pentecostés es para los cristianos: una celebración de cumpleaños. Y así como hemos tratado de mantener viva en nuestros corazones y mentes la ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:5, Psalm 33:12

Denomination: United Methodist

An Analysis Of "Blinded By Might: Can The Religious Right Save America”, Part 1

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Mar 3, 2025

In Blinded By Might: Can The Religious Right Save America, columnist Cal Thomas and pastor Ed Dobson examine what they believe to be the reasons resulting in the disparities between theory and practice in regards to this particular socio-political movement.

One of the inevitable lessons of history is that political plans and agendas are seldom implemented as initially conceived irrespective of the nobility of intention or even piety motivating such aspirations. Evangelical conservatism, also commonly referred to as “The Religious Right”, would prove ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Pluralism Vs. Exclusivism

Contributed by Daniel Dennison on Oct 17, 2006

A biblical look at the ideas posed by religious pluralism and religious exclusivism.

Vespers, 1-31-06 1"Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God[a]; trust also in me. 2In my Father’s house are many rooms; if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going there to prepare a place for you. 3And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Methodist

Three Big Bad Reasons Not To Serve

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Sep 8, 2010

This sermon discusses pride, fear and shame as reasons people give for choosing not to serve.

Three Big Bad Reasons Not To Serve Aug 29, 2010 Matt. 20:20-28 Intro: This summer we’ve been looking at the fundamentals of Christian living. For the past couple weeks, as preparation for the fall kick off of our ministries and especially our new ministry taking place on Wednesday night, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Baptist

A Tale Of Two Sons--The Prodigal Sons

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Nov 9, 2021

We may travel different routes to control our future but both paths end with us needing God in our lives. The Parable of the two sons and a loving father.

A Tale Of Two Sons 11/7/2021 Psalm 14:1-7 Luke 15:1-32 Suppose for a moment that you could write all the rules for your own life. Nobody could tell you what to do. You were in complete control without having to be concerned with what God thinks. Do you think your life would be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 14:1-7, Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

He Giveth More Grace

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Jan 12, 2008

pride versus grace

He Giveth More Grace Jam 4:1 From whence come wars and fightings among you? come they not hence, even of your lusts that war in your members? Jam 4:2 Ye lust, and have not: ye kill, and desire to have, and cannot obtain: ye fight and war, yet ye have not, because ye ask not. Jam 4:3 Ye ask, ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

James 4:7-5:6 Series

Contributed by Michael Larsen on Oct 21, 2020

Pride vs. Humility

Open your bibles to James Chapter 4. As we continue our series in the Book of James entitled Faith That Works. We have been quoting R. Kent Hughes who says “one thing is clear about the book of James—the dominant theme is; Faith that is real works practically in one's life. Faith that is true, ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed