Sermons on The Only Truth:

Leave The Light On

Contributed by Michael Thomas on Feb 27, 2004

There is a great difference between light and darkness, not just in the physical world, but also in the spiritual world. This sermon describes what living in the world of spiritual darkness is like and helps the hearers find out why Christians - - who are

Introduction Brian Warner once said: “Initially I was drawn into the darker side of life. But it’s really just human nature. I started to learn that everything that’s considered a sin is what makes you a human being. All the seven deadly sins are man’s true nature—to be greedy, to be hateful, to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pearl Haters - Matthew 7:6 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Nov 9, 2024

If they trample the truth underfoot and become hostile, walk away. The Gospel is for the receptive only.

Matthew 7:1 "Do not judge so that you will not be judged. 2 For in the same way you judge others, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you. 3 "Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother's eye and pay no attention to the plank in your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:6

The Precious Gift Of Freedom

Contributed by Don Carpenter on Nov 5, 2000

If you study the character of mankind over the centuries, you will find that there is one passion that transcends all languages, cultures, and barriers. Man has an in born desire and drive to be free

The Precious Gift Of Freedom John 8:31-36 31 Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed; 32 And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free. 33 They answered him, We be Abraham’s seed, and were never in bondage to ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36

Denomination: Baptist

What To Do When Stuff Happens

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Oct 2, 2017

How to cope when things go wrong.

"What to Do When Stuff Happens" Philippians 1:12-19 Introduction: How many of you know that "stuff happens" in life? Most reasonable thinking folks understand that things happen in life; difficult things, unexplainable things, unimaginable things, stuff that just happens. Now there are all kinds of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Tree

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Sep 27, 2002

Choosing truth

Introduction: The Smith’s were proud of their family tradition. Their ancestors had come to America on the Mayflower. Their line had included Senators, Pastors, & Wall Street wizards. Now they decided to compile a family history, a legacy for the children. They hired a well known author. Only one ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1

Denomination: United Methodist

The Five Fools To Watch Out For

Contributed by Derrick Whitt on Mar 15, 2005

What kind of person should Christ-based people need to be on guard for? Dr. Whitt comes on hard in this thought from Word.

Title: The Five Fools to Watch Out For Contributor: Dr. Derrick Whitt Jehovah is no longer pulling any punches when describing certain types of individuals His people should avoid; and the biggest group God cannot tolerate is fools. Unlike a simple person (a person who is need of moral guidance, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:20-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Problem Behind The Problem

Contributed by Michael Bell on May 24, 2001

This message demonstrates that IT IS NEVER RIGHT TO DO WRONG TO DO RIGHT!

{INTRO}-Many of you will remember the Los Angeles Riots in the aftermath of the Rodney King trial... Wrong verdict...people took law into their own hands... They were justifiably angry, but their actions were unjustifiable...rioting & killing...What we saw was a perfect example of a much deeper ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 13:6-13

Denomination: Baptist

Does It Matter What Truth You Believe?

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Nov 1, 2023

With all the false doctrine in the world today, does it matter which truth we choose to believe?

Many of us here today grew up in a world that was fairly simple. The things that we saw on television, read in the paper, or were taught in school were real facts and events that were happening or had happened in history. The world we live in today is a lot different. We're given little ...read more

Scripture: John 3:19-21, John 8:31-36, 1 Peter 2:9

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Hypnosis

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Oct 21, 2006

There is a battle today for your MIND. There are tens-of-thousands if not millions of things that influence everything about you. They can be so powerful that the control they have is like hypnosis.

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-6 (The Message) Text: 5We use our powerful God-tools for smashing warped philosophies, tearing down barriers erected against the truth of God, fitting every loose thought and emotion and impulse into the structure of life shaped by Christ. 2Don‘t become so ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-6

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Cost Of Living

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 4, 2003

Jesus’ determination to go to Jerusalem became a springboard to helping His followers count the cost of their preconceived notions. What is lost when we live by our preconceived notions? 3 costs of living with preconceived notions of Jesus’ Kingdom.

THE COST OF LIVING w/Preconceived notions—Luke 9:51-56 Preconceived ideas.... American Indians—Lost land England’s 1st attempt at colonizing America—Lost Colony Blacks in Africa—Lost freedom Southerners in civil War—Lost productivity Vietnam—Lost victory Twin Towers—Lost security Took Bible & ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51-55

Denomination: Baptist

Let's Get Real

Contributed by Jay Patton on Jul 7, 2002

A sermon about being truthful with God.

Introduction: Rabbit Misunderstanding Read Scripture/Pray Background: David finds himself in the midst of persecution Purpose Statement: Because Dark Days Do Come... I. Admit Where You’re At (vs. 1-2) A. David feels abandoned by God 1. He’s been suffering for a long time, crying out to God 2. Dr. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Children, Our Teachers

Contributed by Michael Allen on Aug 17, 2003

The aim of this sermon is to show the truth that we as adults can learn important lessons from children.

Children our teachers Mark 10:13 - 16 “Dad can I have a glass of water please?” “No, go to sleep.” “Dad, I’m thirsty, can I have a glass of water please?” “NO, go to sleep.” “Daaaad, I’m really thirsty. Can you get me a glass of water please?” “No, and if you ask once more I’ll spank ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Psalm 23 Part Iii "He Makes Me Lie Down" Series

Contributed by Brad Henry on Aug 3, 2011

God loves us enought to allow things in our lives to slow us down. It is only when we slow down that God becomes clearer.

In the 3rd part of our two week series on the 23rd Psalm we will be going over Psalm 23:2 “He makes me lie down in green pastures; he leads me beside quiet waters.” How many times have you told God “NO”? Have you ever felt that prompting to stop for someone in need, give ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:2

Elitist Christianity Series

Contributed by Dean Johnson on Feb 6, 2004

The early church was planted in the Greek culture, and immediately the culture began to attempt to influence it. Gnostics applied Greek categories of thought to the Christian message,emphasizing higher spiritual knowledge, making it "elitist." But Chris

I John Sermon Series ELITIST CHRISTIANITY Introduction and I John 1:1-4 Pastor Dean Johnson, Lake Pointe Bible Church, 1-11-04 INTRODUCTION What is now called “The Church” was not yet 50 years old when a rather disturbing and even dangerous teaching began to creep in among Christians. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Too Good Not To Be True-Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rob Willis on Jan 17, 2006

Part 1 of a 4 part mini-series from Ephesians 1, focusing on the blessings of God. Looking at Ephesians 1:3, the focus is on how God is a God who is blessed and blesses us with every spiritual blessing, defining how these blessings give us insight and vic

Ephesians – “Focusing on Truth” Lesson Two: Eph. 1:3 “Too Good Not to Be True-part 1” There is a serious and growing problem in our society that has really begun to frustrate me – it’s called “junk-email.” Do you know what I’m talking about? I receive more junk e-mail that I care to think about. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3

Denomination: Baptist