Sermons on Vain Traditions:

Boldness In Church Planting Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jan 13, 2010

Supernatural boldness in church planting validates authentic ministry when based on pure motives and proper conduct (the marks of Spirit-filled church planters).

As we reach the end of our first month of attempting to plant a church and as we study the NT model for church planting from the Book of 1 Thessalonians, we need to ask ourselves if we are too tentative. What is impressive from studying Paul and Silas and Timothy is their confidence and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Grace From Galatians (3 Of 19)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 7, 2022

In chapter one, we find Paul defending his calling and the gospel which he preached. There were those who were saying that he was a self-proclaimed minister preaching a false gospel.

Because of the things that are being said about Paul, he says some things about himself that might seem to be bragging in his defense. Look at Galatians 1:13-24, we read, “For ye have heard of my conversation in time past in the Jews' religion, how that beyond measure I persecuted the church ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With The Demonic - Lesson 7 Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 21, 2020

Exposing the Strongholds

There are many areas in which the enemy can use as a stronghold against a Christian to harass, oppress or depress. It could be physical, emotional, or spiritual assaults that have or are being made. Finding complete healing for your body, mind, and spirit may require that these strongholds be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:17-20, 1 Timothy 3:11, 2 Timothy 3:3, Titus 2:3, Matthew 12:36-37  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christmas Gifts

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Dec 27, 2017

Tomorrow's the big day! We'll be diving into the mountain of presents and experiencing our moments of glee. The idea of giving gifts on Christmas originated with the wise men presenting gifts to Jesus. Today we'll look at what those gifts represented.

CHRISTMAS GIFTS Tomorrow's the big day! We'll be diving into the mountain of presents and ripping and tearing and experiencing our moments of glee. The idea of giving gifts on Christmas originated with the wise men presenting gifts to Jesus. Today we'll look at what those gifts were and what they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:9-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dites Clairement La VÉritÉ

Contributed by James Dina on Aug 15, 2021

Nous devons dire la vérité claire, la vérité sans mélange, la vérité bien vannée, la doctrine bien raffinée. Ne parlez pas seulement de la vérité claire mais DITES LA CLAIREMENT.

DITES CLAIREMENT LA VÉRITÉ "Toutes les paroles de ma bouche sont justes, il n'y a en elles rien de pervers ni de répréhensible, elles sont toutes claires pour celui qui comprend, justes pour celui qui cherche la connaissance. "(Proverbes 8, 8-9). Le ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 8:8-9, Revelation 22:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Reconstructing Our Faith In The Bible.

Contributed by Denn Guptill on May 4, 2024

Sometimes, in talking to someone who has walked away from their faith and the church, they will say that their process of deconstruction began when they began to question the bible. This message looks at some ways to avoid that.

This might make you think less of me, but sometimes I google my name. I know, I’m so vain. There is a little bit of truth in that, but it’s also to keep an eye on who’s preaching the messages that I post online and also to track where my books are being mentioned. And yes, I am a little vain; the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Wesleyan

Clothed With Christ Series

Contributed by Lewis Martin on May 31, 2025

Have you ever tried to prove yourself—only to realize the gift was already yours? In Galatians 3, Paul reminds us that we don’t need to earn God’s love—we’re already clothed in Christ.

I remember the first suit I ever bought for myself. It was 1988, and I was working at Men’s Wearhouse—so I had access to the good stuff, not Hart, Shafner, and Marx, but high quality suits. I picked out a charcoal gray, double-breasted suit with chalk line pinstripes. Sharp. Classic. It was a $300 ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-9, Galatians 3:23-29

Denomination: Nazarene

2nd Thessalonians Chapter 3 (This Is A Detailed Study Verse By Verse Of Chapter 3. You Will Need To Analyze, Synthesize, And Then Summarize To Fit Your Need.) Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Sep 4, 2023

Paul warns the church to discipline unruly brethren who will not work arguing that Christ is coming so they stop their usual responsibilities and spend their time waiting on the rapture.

2nd THESSALONIANS - Chapter 3 2nd Thess. 3:1 Finally, brethren, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may have free course, and be glorified, even as it is with you: (King James Version) 3:1 Finally, brothers and sisters, pray continually for us that the word of the Lord will spread rapidly ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sanctification Commanded Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 6, 2021

The Second Commandment forbids the linking of God to any fixed image. This Third Commandment forbids that we link His name with any idea that is unworthy of His nature. Many who would never dream of reducing God to an idol will reduce Him to a curse word, which is equally vile.

During the Civil War one company of soldiers adopted a rule that every man who swore would be required to read aloud a chapter from the Bible. While that rule was in force one private read all of Genesis and Exodus and was starting on Leviticus. The one recording the experience said he had a fine ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7

Faith

Contributed by Gary Huckaby on Feb 9, 2003

The Bible tells us of several types of Faith that people have, find out which type of Faith that you have as you read this messgae.

A Sermon For You A Ministry of Huckaby’s Evangelism FAITH By-Evangelist Gary Huckaby D.D. Hebrews 11:1-3. (Our Text) * Faith is believing something, acting as if it is already done, and it will be so done as you have believed." (verse 1). Dead Faith. James 2:14-20, What doeth it profit, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1

Denomination: Baptist

Aim Your Life On Purpose Series

Contributed by David Spiegel on Oct 24, 2018

How can you hit the mark if you don’t even know the target? To Aim Your Life on Purpose; You Must Understand the Purpose for Your Aim!

Arrows; Aim Your Life on Purpose One of the great questions in life is, “Why am I here?”. We all naturally want to know is there is any purpose to this thing we call life? This is because seeking fulfillment in life is almost a universal phenomenon. • And the primary problem stems from the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1-2, Luke 6:47-48, John 15:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Positive Side Of The Ten Commandments: The Third Commandment Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 15, 2002

The hidden motive back of each commandment is worship. Since everything a Christian does should praise God, all of the Ten Commandments revolve around worshipping God.

A. INTRODUCTION THIRD COMMANDMENT “Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord thy God in vain; for the Lord will not hold him guiltless that taketh His name in vain” (Exodus 20:7). 1. Not for salvation. Could a person be saved if they kept the third commandment, if they never once cursed, or never ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7

Denomination: Baptist

The Third Commandment Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 10, 2025

The Power of words.

A. INTRODUCTION THIRD COMMANDMENT “Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord thy God in vain; for the Lord will not hold him guiltless that taketh His name in vain” (Exodus 20:7). “Then I added, ‘Do not swear at all, neither by heaven, or God’s throne . . .” (Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7, Matthew 5:34

Denomination: Baptist

Pure Religion

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Nov 3, 2015

To establish that “pure religion” is not a feeling, but a faithful service to others by those who live daily to remain pure and unspotted from the world. Pure religion has it origin from the Word of God; not from the words of men!

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Perceived Religions 2. Pure Religion 3. Practices of Religion Remarks. 1. James speaks of “pure religion” that which is undefiled, what it is not; what it is; and what are it practices. He writes: “If any man among you seems to be religious, and ...read more

Scripture: James 1:25-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Did Jesus Die Spiritually?

Contributed by Rusty Tardo on Dec 31, 2008

Refutes the error of those who teach that Jesus died spiritually, was subject to the devil in hell and had to be born again.

Did Jesus Die Spiritually? Dr. Russell K. Tardo [ JDS-101 ] 1And you hath he quickened, who were dead in trespasses and sins; 2Wherein in time past ye walked according to the course of this world, according to the prince of the power of the air, the spirit that now worketh in the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational