Sermons on Resisting False Teachers:

Exposed To The Truth

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on May 1, 2019

False teachers seek to add to the truth of Christ, going beyond what He taught. We must be know sound doctrine if we are to avoid false doctrine. Knowing truth will enable one to spot a counterfeit.

Exposed to the Truth 2 John 9-13 The letter John wrote to the elect lady and her children was short and to the point. He was impressed with the testimony of their lives and their commitment to abiding in the truth. It is evident that John desired to encourage them in the faith, seeking to equip ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

How To Resist Lifes Greatest Temptations Series

Contributed by Chris Kelly on Nov 6, 2006

This series follows the life of Joseph as he enrolls in the "School of Hard Knocks". Learn how you too can be victorious no matter what life throws at you.

How to Resist Life’s Greatest Temptations Surviving the School of Hard Knocks July 2, 2000 We’re going to talk this morning about man’s oldest problem and what God has to say about it. In fact, you can go all the way back to the Garden of Eden, and find that “TEMPTATION”, has been a thorn in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-21

Denomination: Wesleyan

10 Signs That True Gospel Of Jesus Christ Is Distorted By False Preachers. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 20, 2025

For the time is coming when people will not endure sound teaching...

1. Emphasis on Prosperity Over Spiritual Growth: The focus shifts from spiritual maturity and serving others to accumulating wealth and material possessions. - "For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil, and in their eagerness to be rich some have wandered away from the faith and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:3

The Enemy Within Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Sep 13, 2009

The second in our series on the book of Jude. In this sermon we look at Jude’s mention of those who have crept into the church unnoticed.

The Enemy Within Text: Jude vs. 4-16 By: Ken McKinley Well we began our study in the book of Jude last Sunday evening, and we read verses 1 through 4, so tonight we are going to pick up where we left off… well actually we are going to read verses 1 through 16 just so we get the context of the ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:4-16, 2 Timothy 3:1-7, 2 Timothy 4:3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Gospel: God’s Only Way Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Aug 29, 2015

In the book of Galatians Paul does everything he can to establish that any other Gospel other than faith in Christ is no gospel at all. In so many areas of life we have many good options. When it comes to the gospel there is only one way.

When you take a flight the airline’s final announcement is usually something like this; thank you for choosing our airline, we know you have a choice when you fly and we hope you decide to choose us again. In so many areas of life we have many good options. When it comes to the gospel can we ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

To Tell The Truth

Contributed by James May on Mar 16, 2011

Would we rather hear the Truth and find eternal life; or believe a lie and be condemned? Ahab chose the latter and nearly took Jehoshaphat down with him except for the mercy of God.

To Tell the Truth Wednesday, March 16, 2011 By Pastor James May 2 Chronicles 17-18 Jehoshaphat began his reign in Judah as a man who followed God. He became a mighty king in Judah – brought a great revival – destroyed the works of the devil through idolatry- had powerful and ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Christ Is Sufficient Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Dec 18, 2012

Paul wanted to reassure the believers in Colossae that Christ was sufficient for all redemption and salvation.

Colossians 2:1-5 [NLT] December 19, 2012 Oak Park Baptist Church – Wed Bible Study Series Colossians Bible Study Paul’s encouragement and teaching on heritical teaching: To this point, we can read where Paul has been extremely uplifting to the believers in the church at Colossae. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Fat Lady Is Singing! Series

Contributed by John Brooks on Nov 11, 2018

#6 out of 2 Peter. In 2 Peter 3:1-9, Peter is admonishing the believers that regardless of what the false teachers are saying, Jesus is returning. The fat lady is singing!

THE FAT LADY IS SINGING! “Know this first of all, that in the last days mockers will come with their mocking, following after their own lusts, and saying, “Where is the promise of His coming? For ever since the fathers fell asleep, all continues just as it was from the beginning of creation.” For ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

As Little Children

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 4, 2018

Jesus says we must become children to enter the Kingdom. What does this look like?

As a Little Child Matthew 18:1-9 This is a well-known passage because it refers to the innocence of children. We often call them our “little angels” even if their misbehavior often contradicts. When a child tragically dies, if is said that God needed another angel in heaven. By the way, this is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Exposed To The Truth

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on May 1, 2019

Sound doctrine is essential for strong churches and believers. While false teachers abound, the best defense is a thorough understanding of truth. The Word is our final authority for faith and practice.

Exposed to the Truth 2 John 9-13 The letter John wrote to the elect lady and her children was short and to the point. He was impressed with the testimony of their lives and their commitment to abiding in the truth. It is evident that John desired to encourage them in the faith, seeking to equip ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Mistaking God’s Patience For Weakness Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Sep 16, 2020

The Corinthians continued to sin despite Paul's repeated warnings. How had they taken his patience for weakness?

A THIRD TRY: Paul had been patient with the sinful Corinthians. - 2 Corinthians 13:1-2a. - Paul tells the Corinthians that he is planning to make a third visit to them. This has been necessitated by the ongoing questionable behavior of the church there. - Paul then quotes Deuteronomy about two ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

A False Sense Of Security

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Jul 20, 2002

We have gotten to a place we even believe our front yards are safe , Havens of solitude… because we control the gates to enter and exit.

A False Sense of Security HHM July 21, 2002 Pastor Jim Parisi This week’s message is a hard one for me to deliver It is on a subject that touches me to the core You say pastor what could move you so. There is a place in my heart… that this subject just hits at the core of my ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:18-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Problem Of False Prophets

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Sep 6, 2002

with 9/11 more and more kooks and false teaching are coming up - how can we be sure who is right on

THE PROBLEM OF FALSE PROPHETS Text: 1 John 4:1-21 Original Letter circling the Internet: The date of the attack: 9/11 - 9 + 1 + 1 = 11. September 11th is the 254th day of the year: 2 + 5 + 4 = 11 After September 11th there are 111 days left to the end of the year. 119 is the area code to ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical Free

A False Sense Of Security

Contributed by W F on Sep 4, 2005

It’s easy to adopt our society’s methods of security. Making comparisons, money and wealth, Military might. It’s much harder to acknowledge God’s role in providing freedom from anxiety and fear.

False Security Amos 6:1-14 Security. Everyone naturally wants to be safe and secure. We want to be protected from home invaders, hunger, financial loss, spiraling medical costs, fraudsters and suspect businesses etc. According to a recent poll of 997 adults (for Britain’s Woolwich building ...read more

Scripture: Amos 6:1-14

Denomination: *other

Joys False Or Complete Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 10, 2004

For Epiphany: As Richard Foster wrote about "Money, Sex, and Power", is it possible the Wise Men’s gifts are warnings to Jesus and His family about these things? Complete joy comes from what Jesus did with these issues.

Who we are and what we have are two entirely different things, but we confuse them. We insist on identifying who we are by what we have. Who we are and what we have are not the same thing. We are more by far than the material goods we possess. And yet everywhere we are identified by our stuff. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11, Matthew 2:11-12

Denomination: Baptist