Sermons on Religious Tradition:

Don't Fake Faith

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Nov 6, 2023

Jesus says the religious leaders are faking faith, s let not fake faith.

“Don’t Fake Faith” Matthew 23:1-12 1. We have heard this somewhere before haven’t we “Fake News”. In our text today Jesus gets the idea there is some folks who are Faking Faith • In this Gospel of Matthew Jesus denounces the scribes and Pharisees they “tie up heavy burdens, hard to bear, and lay ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

Fasting That Breaks Barriers

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 15, 2025

Fasting is not a religious exercise; it is a spiritual weapon. It breaks barriers of delay, bondage, and defeat.

FASTING THAT BREAKS BARRIERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 58:6-12 Supporting Texts: Joel 2:12-28, Esther 4:16, Daniel 10:2-12, Luke 4:1–14 INTRODUCTION: Fasting is one of the most powerful yet often neglected spiritual disciplines in the life of a believer. It is not merely ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:6-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Call To Live For God

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 10, 2025

Living for God is not merely a religious ritual—it is a lifestyle of surrender, obedience, and transformation.

A CALL TO LIVE FOR GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 12:1-2 – "I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. And be not conformed to this world: but be ye ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Victory Over Death Series

Contributed by John Harvey on Jul 22, 2008

Jesus heals a little girl who has died. Her daughter must humble himself to ask for Jesus’ help.

“Victory Over Death” July 13, 2008 Me: Story of Emily being put into NICU after her birth. Nothing really tests your faith as the safety and health of your children. You: Are there times in your life where you remember seeking God because of some major issue with your child or loved one? Today ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Baptist

The Banquet Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Oct 25, 2016

Jesus' challenge to the host in Luke 14, that he should not invite those who could serve his needs but those whose needs he could serve, challenges the worldly approach to human relationships.

Luke 14:1-14 "The Banquet" INTRODUCTION The word "Stewardship" has gained an ugly reputation in Christian circles. It is frequently associated with congregational pleas for more money. The word has lost its wholistic dimension. Stewardship, or if you prefer, good management is no longer ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Sermon On The Language And Power Of Silence

Contributed by William Meakin on Jun 21, 2023

Words are often considered as an effective means of communication between two or more people.

Karen Marie Moning, an American author once remarked: “Words can be twisted into any shape. Promises can be made to lull the heart and seduce the soul. In the final analysis, words mean nothing. They are labels we give things in an effort to wrap our puny little brains around their underlying ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 62:5, Lamentations 3:26, Psalm 141:3, Exodus 14:14

Sermon On An Eclectic Lifestyle

Contributed by William Meakin on May 20, 2025

An eclectic lifestyle is characterized by a broad range of influences and interests, rather than adhering to a single style or approach.

Joseph Gordon-Levitt, an American actor once remarked: "I don't just like one thing. Contrast is key. What do they say? Variety is the spice of life." 1 Corinthians 9:19-23 reminds us: “For though I am free from all, I have made myself a servant to all, that I might win more of them. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2, James 1:5, 1 Thessalonians 5:21, Colossians 3:23

Get Right Church And Lets Go H.o.m.e

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Sep 10, 2003

We must get out of a Traditional Obligation and develop a Realistic Commitment. Get right church and lets go home.

Get Right Church and Let’s Go Home Mark 7:3-9 → Traditional Obligation Luke 9:23-26 → Realistic Commitment What do I mean when I say Get Right Church and Let’s Go Home, We must get out of a Traditional Obligation and develop a Realistic Commitment We find in these scriptures ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-26, Mark 7:3-9

Denomination: Apostolic

His Name Is John Series

Contributed by Darrin Koone on Sep 20, 2001

A sermon in a series on Luke delaing with our difficulty of breking with tradition when faced with God’s challenge to do so.

(Luke 1:57-63) When it was time for Elizabeth to have her baby, she gave birth to a son. {58} Her neighbors and relatives heard that the Lord had shown her great mercy, and they shared her joy. {59} On the eighth day they came to circumcise the child, and they were going to name him after his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:57-80

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pharisaical Values Contrasted With Christ's Love - Part 1

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Pharisaical Behavior and Attitudes to Avoid Contrasted With Christ Like Love Pharisaical Values That Were Rooted in Their Traditions and Rigidity: 1.

Pharisaical Behavior and Attitudes to Avoid Contrasted With Christ Like Love Pharisaical Values That Were Rooted in Their Traditions and Rigidity: 1. Pharisaical insistence on following every small aspect of their own laws for the approval of men. 2. Pharisaical emphasis on pleasing God through ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Honoring Marriage

Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on May 15, 2011

A message that challenges the church to make a commitment to honorably stand up with courage, and defend traditional marriage as God first ordained.

INTRO What is sixty years worth? The last sixty years have paid tribute to the election of ten U.S. Presidents. Yuri Gagarin, sixty years ago, rocketed into history as the first human to travel beyond the clouds, and to orbit around the earth for nearly two hours. Sixty years is the span of my ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-25

Denomination: Lutheran

New Year's Food

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jan 3, 2016

Just as we eat traditional foods at New Year, we partake of the Bread and Cup in the most significant meal of all.

I was twenty-four years old ... when I first became aware ... of what it meant to be ... under the scalpel of God's word. It was then ... that I heard and understood clearly ... that I was a sinner .... and as such .... had no right to eternity ... in heaven. I remember being cut through ... ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-22

Denomination: Congregational

“his Presence—our Only Hope” Part 2 Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 13, 2015

Pencil Principles are traditions/methods that help in our understanding/response to the Lord at a given moment in time. (Not doctrine . . . but a principle.)

Manifest Presence Series “His Presence—Our Only Hope” Part 2 (Inspired by Don Nori Sr.’s Manifest Presence: You Can Live Within The Veil) January 18, 2015 CFBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker E Pencil Principles are traditions/methods that help in our ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus And The Sabbath Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Sep 20, 2014

Jesus did not celebrate the seventh day Sabbath according to the traditions of men but according to the "Spirit of the Law" and to fulfill the Mosaic Covenant.

Sabbath: Jesus and the Sabbath Here is the previous CONTEXT for today’s message: Genesis 2:1: The Sabbath was a Holy Day for man to Delight in God as The Creator. Ex. 20:8-11: Remember God as Creator. Deut. 5:12-15: Observe God as Redeemer. 2 Cor. 3: The Letter of the Law kills, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The First Rapture?

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Oct 10, 2021

Is there a rapture in chapter 14 of Revelation? Sometimes we read something into the Scripture because church tradition decided it was there years ago.

The First Rapture? Revelation 14 Michael H. Koplitz Chapter 14 brings us to a point where I need to explain a common problem in biblical studies. It is called harmonizing. When we read a story in the Gospel of Mark, it is normal for us to recall what the other gospels say about the same story. ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist