Sermons on Replacement Theory:

American Idols July 4 Sermon

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 6, 2022

America has become the land of idolatry. But before I make that claim, I need to make sure that I have the right definition of idolatry.

Illus: Dr. Billy Graham says, "We usually think of an idol as a religious figure carved of wood or stone, perhaps in some primitive tribe far removed from civilization. But we have our "idols" today, because an idol is anything that you worship in place of the living God. Some ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:36-37

Denomination: Baptist

I Pledge Allegiance To… (July 4th Sermon)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jun 30, 2022

We live in a land of “creature worshippers”.

For example... Illus: A seventeen-year-old girl made Elvis Presley not just an entertainer, or a mortal. She made him an idol and she literally worshipped him. It is a matter of record that she has seen his movie: • “LOVE ME TENDER” 107 times. • “LOVING YOU” 110 times. • “KING CREOLE” 91 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:36-37

Denomination: Baptist

On Life, Laundery, And Being Clothed With Christ

Contributed by William Nieporte on Sep 6, 2005

Sermon examining the doctrine of the Exchanged Life

Have you ever laundered money? I am not talking about the money laundering done by some drug dealer who might be trying to cover the trail of their ill-gotten gain. I am talking about actual laundering money – taking one’s hard earned cash and sending it through the agitation and rinse cycles of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1

Denomination: Baptist

Not A Cunningly Designed Fable

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 7, 2019

Myths are powerful. But should we use them?

Not a Cunningly Devised Fable 2 Peter 1:16-21 Myths and legends can be powerful teachers of morality. This is why they have been used from time immemorial. They speak of something greater than the story itself. They can be based upon some degree of fact, but this is not necessary for the truth ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Breaking Free From Worry Series

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Mar 17, 2025

This is the last of the series on worry. Today we look at changing or worry habit and focusing on Jesus Christ

Introduction: The Pattern of Worry We’ve had 3 weeks of teaching on the subject of worry. I hope that many of you are now worrying less than you did at the start of the series. Worry has become so normal in our culture that we too often accept it as just a part of life. We say things like, “I’m ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2, Philippians 4:8, Philippians 4:6-7, Matthew 14:28-31

The Great Dinosaur Debate Series

Contributed by Paul Wallace on Aug 30, 2004

The existence of dinosaurs has been used to discredit the Biblical account of Creation.

The Great Dinosaur Debate #5 Hot Potatoes the Church Won’t Touch There is a aura of mystery surrounding the dinosaurs. Where did they come from? Did they evolve? Did they really live millions of years ago? What happened to them? Are there any living today? Has any human being ever seen a ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Principle Involved Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 14, 2018

“How should man be just with God?” was a very important question, because the answer had eternal consequences. “The just shall live by His faith” is God’s answer; and it was this truth that has liberated so many from religious bondage and fear.

September 29, 2013 The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Galatians Tom Lowe Chapter II.B.4.c: The Principle Involved (2.15-21) Galatians 2.15-21 (KJV) 15 We who are Jews by nature, and not sinners of the Gentiles, 16 Knowing that a man is not justified by the works of the law, but by the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Confusion - Mark 8:27-34 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Nov 19, 2023

The question, “Who do you say I am” is important, but it’s not everything. Equally important is the question, “What does the way you listen to the hard words of Christ say about who you really believe he is?"

Mark 8:27 Jesus and his disciples went on to the villages around Caesarea Philippi. On the way he asked them, "Who do people say I am?" 28 They replied, "Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, one of the prophets." 29 "But what about you?" he ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-34, Matthew 16:13-24, Luke 9:18-23

The Man Who Honored The King’s Son - Mark 15:40-47 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jun 1, 2024

Why do all four gospels make such a point about the details of Jesus burial? His death matters, his resurrection matters, but why is his burial so important? And what are the implications for us?

Mark 15:40 Some women were watching from a distance. Among them were Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James the younger and of Joses, and Salome. 41 In Galilee these women had followed him and cared for his needs. Many other women who had come up with him to Jerusalem were also there. 42 It was ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:40-47, Matthew 27:55-61, Luke 23:48

Christmas Is About Christ

Contributed by Jim Erwin on Dec 29, 2010

Christmas is about Christ, not about gifts, family, or even me.

Christmas Is About Christ Matthew 2:1-23 INTRODUCTION Christmas is about Christ. This story is shared by Matthew in a way to remind us that Christmas is about Christ. There are two ways in which Matthew shows us that Christmas is about Christ. The first way is by showing us the obvious ways in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Preparing For The New Year Ahead. Part #2 Renewing Your Mind For The New Year Romans 12:2 Series

Contributed by David Cramer on Dec 14, 2025

Part 2 of the New Year ahead series. Renewing our minds from the Past.

Sermon 2: Renewing Your Mind for the New Year Romans 12:2 Stand with me now and hold up your Bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible I am what it says I am I have what it says I have I can do what it says I can do. Today I will be taught more of the Word of God I boldly confess: My ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The God Who Exchanges Ashes For Beauty Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 12, 2025

God specializes in transforming sorrow into joy, shame into glory, and ashes into beauty for those who trust Him.

THE GOD WHO EXCHANGES ASHES FOR BEAUTY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 61:1-3 Key Verse: “To appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; that they might be called trees of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The God Who Removes The Garment Of Slavery Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 13, 2025

God delivers His people from the bondage of sin, shame, and limitation, clothing them instead with honour, freedom, and righteousness.

THE GOD WHO REMOVES THE GARMENT OF SLAVERY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Zechariah 3:1-5 Key Verse: “Take away the filthy garments from him. And unto him he said, Behold, I have caused thine iniquity to pass from thee, and I will clothe thee with change of raiment.” — Zechariah 3:4 ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 3:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The God Who Removes Limiting Labels Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 17, 2025

God has the power to strip away the negative labels society, circumstances, or the enemy has placed on your life, giving you a new identity in Christ.

THE GOD WHO REMOVES LIMITING LABELS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Mark 10:46-52 Key Verse: “And many charged him that he should hold his peace: but he cried the more a great deal, Thou Son of David, have mercy on me.” — Mark 10:48 (KJV) Supporting Texts: Isaiah 62:2-3; 2 Corinthians 5:17; ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Open To Obedience Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 6, 2010

Jesus is the true sacrifice which we re-present in our worship; he is a perfect sacrifice of obedience to the Father's will

Monday of 32nd Week in Course November 8, 2010 Spirit of the Liturgy What the New American Bible calls “things that cause sin,” and the RSV translates “temptations to sin,” is the word skandala, which is lousy Greek but good Hebrew. The word “scandal” means a ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-6

Denomination: Catholic