Sermons on Spirit Of Deception:

The Deception And Death Of Annanias And Sapphira

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Oct 27, 2014

A sermon examining the tragic end of a deceptive couple.

THE DECEPTION AND DEATH OF ANNANIAS AND SAPPHIRA Acts 5:1-11 (Antioch Baptist Church: Wednesday, October 11th, 2025) “George MacDonald wrote, ‘Half of the misery in the world comes from trying to look instead of trying to be, what one is not.’ The name that Jesus gave to this practice is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Demons: Agents Of Deception And Destruction Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on May 9, 2025

One of the most dangerous mistakes Christians can make is to either underestimate or overestimate the influence of demonic forces. While some ignore their presence altogether, others attribute every inconvenience to demonic activity

Demons: Agents of Deception and Destruction March 9, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Mark 5:1-20; Revelation 16:13-14 Introduction: The Reality of Demonic Forces One of the most dangerous mistakes Christians can make is to either underestimate or overestimate the influence ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20, Revelation 16:13-14

Denomination: Brethren

Avoiding Deception In The End Times

Contributed by Glynda Lomax on Aug 15, 2018

The Bible warns of coming deceptions. How can we avoid being among the deceived?

I want to talk to you today about deception. Especially end times deceptions, but deception in any form is something we should learn to discern. In November of 1978 a horrible tragedy occurred. Jim Jones caused over 900 people to drink cyanide-laced Koolaid to commit suicide in a jungle in Guyana. ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

How To Overcome Satan's Deceptions

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jan 16, 2017

We are engaged in a spiritual battle and we must use the spiritual armor of God if we are to win.

Pearl Harbor was attacked on December 7, 1941. Just a few hours later, Clark Airfield in the Philippines was attacked and the entire air wing dedicated to defending the Philippines and American interests in Asia was destroyed. Singapore was attacked and just a few days after the Pearl Harbor ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-14, Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jacob’s Deception Of Isaac

Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 5, 2018

Rebekah disguised Jacob to deceive Isaac and seize the family fortune. 4 things caused the deception to work. These 4 are keys to deception, even today!

JACOB’S DECEPTION OF ISAAC Gen. 27:14-30 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: When God Rocks Your Boat 1. In the late ’50s I was ­working construction, leveling the corner of a house that we had jacked about 4 inches above the ground. One of the jacks slipped and the house came down with a loud bang. 2. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 27:14-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Staying True In A Time Of Deception

Contributed by Derek Geldart on May 3, 2025

In a world saturated with deception and shifting opinions—even infiltrating the church—believers must stand firm in the timeless truth of God's Word, pursue godliness through disciplined devotion, and anchor their hope in Christ, who alone is the unchanging way, truth, and life.

Staying True in a Time of Deception 1 Timothy 4:1-10 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Immanuel Kant and other constructivists would argue that truth is not something objective, but rather the construction of each person’s mind, shaped by perceptions, experiences, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

False Doctrine Leads To Deception

Contributed by Donna Kazenske on Sep 7, 2002

Many "Christians" are being led astray by false teaching. We must be careful to hear and know the truth that will keep us from getting caught in the enemies net of delusion and deception.

By: Donna J. Kazenske Most Christians today have no problem discerning that Jehovah’s Witnesses, Mormons, Masons, etc. are teaching false doctrine and leading many astray. However, there are many so-called “Christians” who are not able to discern truth from error. As a result, they have placed ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:1, Hebrews 13:9

Denomination: *other

Discerning:- Devil's Deceptive Devices Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Jun 4, 2014

so that Satan will not outsmart us. For we are familiar with his evil schemes.2 Corinthians 2:11

Discerning:- Devil's Deceptive Devices “A little girl was once asked how she defeats Satan. She said, “When Satan comes knocking at the door of my heart, I send Jesus to answer the door. When Satan sees Jesus, he says, “Ooops, I am sorry, I must have the wrong ...read more

Scripture: John 8:44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Beware The Deceiver: The Gibeonite Deception Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 27, 2018

Message 12 in our journey with Joshua into the Promised Land. This message explores the incident with the Gibeonites and their deception of Joshua.

Joshua Series #12 The Amazing Race to Rest & Reward “Gibeonite Deception” Beware the Deceiver Review I. Purge the Land 1-12 A. God Prepared Joshua for leadership 1 B. Joshua prepared the people to possess the land 2 C. Israel Purged the Canaanites 2-11 1. Central Campaign ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 27:1-8

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Uncovering The Deception Of Hidden People. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 27, 2024

In this sermon, we will explore the concept of hidden people, how to identify them, and what we can do to protect ourselves.

We often think of our homes and friendships as safe havens, free from deception and hidden agendas. However, the truth is that there are hidden people everywhere, even in our closest circles. These People may present themselves as trustworthy and loyal, but beneath the surface, they may be hiding ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15

Standing Up To Spiritual Deception

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 27, 2006

Nehemiah, we discover the power of determination in finishing what God begins in our lives… - As we saw in previous weeks, Nehemiah… unfinished walls… a parallel to our lives… Opposition… discourage the people… Opposition… pressures… Anyone Here feel pre

Intro: Determination is the single greatest attribute of success. - 3 doctors who studied 6,000 marriages and 3,000 divorces and concluded “There may be nothing more important in marriage than determination” (Parrots p.49) - Not to say determination on one partner’s part can save a marriage, but ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Test The Spirits Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 3, 2015

You cannot believe everything you hear. John gives us some tests we can apply with listening to others.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Truth is becoming a lost art in our country these days. • When a person decides to go on a search for truth, a search to find God where do they turn? • If you are trying to grow in your relationship with Christ, where do you turn, who do you listen ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Deception, Our Greatest Enemy

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Sep 1, 2005

Don’t base your conclusions and actions on what you are being fed through worldly media, but on the truth of God’s Word

DECEPTION, OUR GREATEST ENEMY Rev 20:3 3 And cast him into the bottomless pit, and shut him up, and set a seal upon him, that he should deceive the nations no more, till the thousand years should be fulfilled: and after that he must be loosed a little season. Rev 20:7-8 7 And when the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:3-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Dangers Of Deception (Part Two) Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on May 31, 2017

Last week, we saw how deception originated with Satan. He used it on Eve and his MO hasn't changed. We saw how being deceived hurts. And lastly, we saw how deception causes a lot of problems. Today, we'll look at some of the things we can be deceived by.

THE DANGERS OF DECEPTION (part two) Last week, we saw how deception originated with Satan. Satan used deception with Eve and he hasn't changed his MO since. He is still trying to draw us away from Christ by using lies and deceptions. Being deceived hurts. It especially hurts when it's done by ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:12-14, Colossians 2:1-4, Galatians 6:3-8, 1 Corinthians 3:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Coming Deception And World Leader Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Mar 4, 2024

The current foreshadows of the antichrist system that can be seen today.

Dr. Bradford Reaves CrossWay Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org I have spent the majority of my adult life, more than 25 years, preaching the gospel. There's one thing I know for sure about the gospel: it promises God's love to those who will put their faith in Him. It ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:1-8, Daniel 7:7-8, Daniel 8:9-12, Daniel 7:23-25

Denomination: Brethren