Sermons on Theological Drift:

Sola Fide Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jul 29, 2020

This morning, we come to faith alone. This was the material principle of the Reformation. The question at hand was, “How is one made right with God?” The theological term for this is “justification.”

Sola Fide - Faith Alone James 2:14-26 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 10-20-19 Screen Door on a Submarine I love that song! Just as it is silly to think about a screen door on a submarine, it is equally absurd to talk about a living faith without loving deeds. This ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Paying Attention?

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 24, 2000

Few people make a conscious decision to reject God. Most people just never get around to making a commitment and drift right by the safe harbor of Heaven.

“Are You Paying Attention?” Hebrews 2:1-4 Moms and dads are accustomed to dishing out advice. To try and guide a son or daughter through the narrow straights of life is part of the responsibility of a parent. Some guidance, if not heeded, will cost, but the price is not too severe. “Brush your ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Did I Get Here?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 25, 2007

It is easy to gradually drift off course. Even a dead fish can go down stream. We need to stay focused and press against all odds.

HOW DID I GET HERE? DON’T STAY HERE! GOD HAS SOME NEW THINGS FOR YOU! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. CATCH THE MORAL OF THE STORY? In 1995 several young men decided to go to Kenya, Africa on a SAFARI. They studied ahead of time and had prepared their minds with information so to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 4:4-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus High Priest (Hebrews 2)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 19, 2024

Do we pay close attention to what Jesus taught so that we don't drift? Let's discuss this in Hebrews 2.

Must we pay much closer attention to what we have heard about Jesus, so that we do not drift? How will we escape if we neglect so great a salvation? Did Jesus taste death for everyone? Is Jesus ashamed to call us brothers and sisters? Did Jesus partake of flesh and blood so that through death He ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Father's Deep Love

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 25, 2024

In this story, Jesus leaves the ending open. There was still time for the self-righteous to repent as well. There is still time for you. Have you drifted far from God?

Opening illustration: Play the video “Daddy’s Love.” Introduction: On this ''Father's Day'' we will take an in-depth look at the genuine love of God, which is depicted in the love of the prodigal's earthly father. The sinfulness of the son was great, but the graciousness of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24, Luke 15:30-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Letters To The Church PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

The main point of this sermon is to emphasize Jesus' love and concern for His Church, and to remind believers of the importance of staying true to His teachings and not drifting away from their faith.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ! I’m excited to be with you today as we dive into God's Word and explore the depth of His love for His Church. We are going to take a journey through Revelation 1-3, where we will see how Jesus cares for His Church, how we as the Church should not ...read more

Topics: Letters, Jesus

Everyone’s Not Going To Heaven

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Apr 26, 2001

THIS IS A THEOLOGICAL APPROACH TO A FACTUAL PROBLEM. EVERYONE THAT SAYS LORD, LORD SHALL NOT ENTER THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN. THIS COMBATS THE MYTH THAT EVERY PROFESSING CHRISTIAN SHALL MAKE THE MARK.

EVERYONE’S NOT COMING HOME MATTHEW 7: 21 - 22 21) NOT EVERYONE WHO SAYS TO ME, LORD, LORD, SHALL ENTER THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN, BUT HE WHO DOES THE WILL OF MY FATHER IN HEAVEN. 22) MANY WILL SAY TO ME IN THAT DAY, LORD, LORD, HAVE WE NOT PROPHESIED IN YOUR NAME, CAST OUT DEMONS IN ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Colossians 2 (Nasb)

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Oct 2, 2021

2: 1 – 7 Paul’s solicitude – Erdman, Princeton Theological Seminary: As a reminder, Colossians, Phil and Ephesians were written about the same time. NKJV

Greek speculations, Jewish legalism, Oriental syncretism are in this chapter. So are circumcision, dietary regulations, ritual worship, asceticism, worship of angels and mystical experiences. You Are Built Up in Christ (Danger-Christ’s preeminence defended; A: Beware of philosophies, B. legalism ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Why Did Jesus Come As Helpless Baby?

Contributed by Ron Auch Jr on Dec 29, 2024

The virgin birth of Jesus is a foundational aspect of Christian belief and holds deep theological significance. Here’s why Jesus came into the world through a virgin birth:

Why Did Jesus Come as helpless Baby? The virgin birth of Jesus is a foundational aspect of Christian belief and holds deep theological significance. Here’s why Jesus came into the world through a virgin birth: 1. To Fulfill Prophecy • The virgin birth was foretold in the Old Testament. Isaiah ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14, Matthew 1:22-23, John 1:14, Ephesians 2:8-9, Luke 1:32-35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Approaching God With Confidence Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Sep 23, 2007

How do we approach God? What are the things that keep us from entering His presence? What enables us to come to God with full confidence?

Sermon for CATM – September 23, 2007 - Approaching God with Confidence Hebrews 4:14-16 Therefore, since we have a great high priest who has gone through the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold firmly to the faith we profess. For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

On Guard!

Contributed by Tony Searles on Jun 8, 2002

A message to encourage the saints to guard their hearts...especially taking great care to watch their communication, attention, and behavior. These things, if left unchecked, can lead to drifting from the Lord.

Stand & Read - Proverbs 4:20-27 ?My son, give attention to my words; incline your ear to my sayings. [21] Do not let them depart from your sight; keep them in the midst of your heart. [22] For they are life to those who find them, and health to all their whole body. [23] Watch over your heart ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8, Proverbs 4:20-27

Denomination: Other

Eulogy Valencia Nicholson

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Aug 10, 2004

Funeral service for a young woman who died unexpectedly. She had been very involved in the church earlier in her life but had drifted from the church as of late.

Valencia Nicholson Simmons In the year of 1959 , America and Russia had its eyes focused toward the heavens in that the Russians had launched Sputnik into space two years earlier and the Americans were far behind in the space race. Meanwhile in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Fallen Behind Enemy Lines

Contributed by John Mccurry on Aug 28, 2007

Reaching out to people that have fallen into wrong relationships, drifted alway from God, just off course a little in the beginning but now further away from God

August 3, 2002 FALLEN BEHIND ENEMY LINES 1Peter 5:5 – 11 Have you found yourself behind enemy lines? You might not know exactly how you got there but somewhere you got off course. You do not have to get off course with a wide turn to be off course a long way further down the road. If you have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:5-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Strait And Narrow Sermon Vi: Mature Christians Live And Love Like Jesus Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jun 10, 2020

As culture drifts further away from biblical truth, mature Christians - those who truly know Him Who is not of this world - seek to be like Him in word and in deed.

CHRISTIANS WHO TRULY KNOW “HIM WHO IS NOT OF THIS WORLD” LIVE AND LOVE LIKE HIM Two little lines I heard one day, traveling along life’s busy way, bringing conviction to my heart, and from my mind will never depart: “Only one life twill soon be past, only what’s done for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14, 1 John 2:12-17, 1 John 3:16-18

Christmas Makes For Pure Christians Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 15, 2021

The reality of Christmas is that God’s grace does not produce Christians who are cavalier about sin. My message in three words is simple: Don’t drift downstream.

It just seems the holidays are meant for laziness. The week between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day is meant for sleeping in and for resting. Yet, I want to challenge your message during this “week of rest” - The reality of Christmas is that God’s grace does not produce Christians who are ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:14-19

Denomination: Baptist