Sermons on The Pharisees:

Death And Taxes Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 11, 2016

The ability to answer wisely may not persuade the hardened opponents of the Gospel, but God can use those answers to glorify himself and perhaps to reach out to others who hear the discussion.

Death and Taxes (Mark 12:13-27) 1. I cannot say I enjoy making payments. Fortunately, I do not have a car payment, but I have a mortgage and I have bills. 2. Ministers are considered self-employed for purposes of social security, but employed by the church for purposes of income tax. 3. The ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:13-27, Mark 12:17-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Some Implications Of Grace Series

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jan 9, 2012

Grace trumps the law every time yet we obey the law as if it could save us.

Some Implications of Grace January 8, 2012 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Grace trumps the law every time yet we obey the law as if it could save us. Focus Passage: Galatians 3:1-5 Supplemental Passage: But the free gift is not like the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

What Must I Do?

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Jul 25, 2011

Today’s basic question: If you were to die today, do you know for certain that you would go to heaven?

Billy Graham tells of a time early in his ministry when he arrived in a small town to preach at a meeting. He had arrived a little bit early to finish writing a letter for back home. As he finished the letter, he asked a young boy standing on the sidewalk of the location of the town post office. ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming False Humility And False Change Of Heart Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 10, 2024

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical teachings on this topic, examining the characteristics of false humility and false change of heart, and providing guidance on how to overcome these counterfeit spiritual experiences.

As believers, we are often encouraged to cultivate humility and to seek a change of heart. However, the Bible warns us about the dangers of false humility and false change of heart. In this sermon, we will explore the biblical teachings on this topic, examining the characteristics of false humility ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:5

Don't Overthink Truth

Contributed by Don Campbell on Apr 20, 2023

Overthinking the truth can result in the paralysis of analysis or it can result in distorted truths that are torn from the context in which they were spoken and made to serve as handmaidens for many false doctrines.

DON’T OVERTHINK TRUTH “Be not overly righteous, and do not make yourself too wise. Why should you destroy yourself?” (Eccl 7:16) INTRODUCTION A. Solomon is not suggesting a lukewarm relationship with God nor a lackadaisical pursuit of knowledge or wisdom, but we can overthink the truth, resulting ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:23-34, Matthew 23:23-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Exhibiting The Steadfastness Of Christ

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 3, 2022

Jesus, how are you going to get out of this trap?

Thirty-Second Sunday in Course 2022 Every week we rise together and recite one or the other professions of faith, either the Apostles’ Creed or the Niceno-Constantinopolitan. (That’s the long one with the word “consubstantial” in it.) One of the statements we say we believe is “the resurrection of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:16-17, 2 Thessalonians 3:1-5, Luke 20:27-38

Denomination: Catholic

The Way To Forgiveness Of Sin

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Dec 20, 2022

Jesus bought forgiveness and mercy into a world that desperately needed it. Today we need to practice Jesus' methods of forgiveness.

The Way to Forgiveness of Sin John 8:1-8 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz John 8:1 But Jesus went to the Mount of Olives. 2 Early in the morning He came again into the temple, and all the people were coming to Him; and he sat down and began to teach them. 3 The scribes and the Pharisees *brought a ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-8

Denomination: United Methodist

"but Is It In The Bible?"

Contributed by David Nolte on Jul 6, 2022

Many people teach and practice things that are not in the Bible. Here is a sample of my book, "But Is It In The Bible?"

At the outset, let me assure the reader that I believe that we are saved by grace through faith. We do not earn, merit, or work for salvation. It is a free gift, paid for and delivered by Jesus. But it is appropriated by faith. Faith is always more than mere head stuff. It is more than assent to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:10-13, Acts 2:36-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You Can't Outsmart Jesus

Contributed by Curtis E. Nester on Jul 6, 2016

When a lawyer tries to entrap Jesus, he falls into his own trap.

TITLE: You Can't Outsmart Jesus TEXT: Luke 10:25-37 INTRO: Again, we look at another passage contained only in Luke. Remember, this incident took place on the other side of the cross, before coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost. So it was during the Dispensation of the Law, not of Grace. The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Baptist

Does Keeping People Out Of Work Fulfill The Law Of Christ? Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 10, 2021

Can we fulfill Christ's command to love our neighbor as ourselves by adopting a socialist economy?

Monday of 28th week in course The queen of the South and the men of Nineveh will rise up and condemn the generation of pharisees for not believing in Jesus. At the end of time, they will also condemn the pharisees of our day for not believing in Jesus or His Church when they prophetically speak ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-7, 2 Thessalonians 3:10, Mark 12:31, Luke 11:29-32

Denomination: Catholic

The Persecution Of The Godly Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 31, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical reasons why some people hate godly people and say unkind things to them.

As followers of Christ, we are not immune to persecution and hatred from others. In fact, the Bible warns us that we will face opposition and hostility from those who reject God and His teachings. In this sermon, we will explore the biblical reasons why some people hate godly people and say unkind ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:14, Matthew 5:44

The Separating Power Of Sin And How Jesus' Sacrifice Reconciles Us To God Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 10, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore the separating power of sin and the reconciling power of Jesus' sacrifice.

The Bible teaches that sin separates us from God, and that God hates sin. However, through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, we can be reconciled to God and turn away from sin. In this sermon, we'll explore the separating power of sin and the reconciling power of Jesus' sacrifice. Sin ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-17, John 8:1-11, Luke 18:9-14

Testing The Spirits Whether They Are From God Or From Demons Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 16, 2025

In this sermon we'll explore few biblical examples to help you discern godly vs. demonic influence.

As believers, we are commanded to "test the spirits" (1 John 4:1) to discern whether a person, teaching, or influence is from God or from demonic forces. Jesus taught us to evaluate individuals and ministries by their "fruits" (Matthew 7:15-20). In this sermon we'll explore ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11, Matthew 16:1-4

Paul Before Agrippa Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Oct 31, 2025

Paul Before Agrippa

Acts 26 v 1-18 Paul Before Agrippa Paul's Defence - v 1-3 - His Control - 1 Then Agrippa said unto Paul, Thou art permitted to speak for thyself. Then Paul stretched forth the hand, and answered for himself: His Contentment - 2 I think myself happy, king Agrippa, because I shall ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:1-18

Denomination: Holiness

Lent 2021 - Jesus Cleansing The Temple Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Feb 27, 2021

On the final week before the crucifixion Jesus came to the temple and cleared those who were turning the place into a wicked market and bank. Does He have permission to enter into the temple of our spirits and do the same thing?

Cleansing The Temple Please stand with me as we go over our current memory Scripture: Matthew 5:3-5 “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.” And our ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-18, Leviticus 12:1-8, Luke 2:22-24, Leviticus 25:1-7, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Isaiah 56:6-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene