Sermons on Warning Against False Teaching:

This Is Church Not Theatre

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jul 22, 2008

The Corinthians had made the mistake of approaching worship like a smorgasbord. They were taking what they thought was the best and walking by what they really needed on their plates.

This is Church not Theatre 1 Corinthians 4:1-21 Today’s scripture passage is meant as a loving correction from a father to his children. St. Paul is writing to his spiritual children in Corinth a church that he planted and now he goes about watering it. Just like the parable of (The Sower) ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Beginning Of Labor Pains Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 18, 2008

We are already feeling the ’birth pangs’ Jesus said would proceed the end times. This world’s contractions are close together, the earth is dilated to 10 & could deliver at any time! Link inc. to formatted text, audio & video, PowerPoint Presentation.

The Beginning of Labor Pains End of the World Matthew 24:1-8 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/LaborPains.html Today thru next Sunday, 1/27/08, is Sanctity of Human Life Week, and as always, our church is extremely active year round in promoting life and opposing the atrocity of abortion, which is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Using What God Has Given

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 24, 2010

Using What God has Given (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: chapter 25 verses 14-30. Quote: “The word ‘Faith’ in the Bible is spelt ‘R.I.S.K.’” Quote: To laugh is to risk appearing the fool To weep is to risk appearing sentimental To reach out for another is to risk involvement To expose feelings is to risk ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Brethren

Enemies Of Christ / Citizens Of The Kingdom

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Mar 7, 2004

Lent 2: Paul warns the Philippian believers of a certain group of people he refers to as enemies of the Cross. In this warning, Paul refers to the destruction that awaits the enemies of Christ and the blessed Citizenship in heaven for the believer.

Beloved, I want you to know that there are forces that would call you away from Christ. The enemies of the Cross would like nothing better than to deceive people and lead them away Christ. Misery loves company – and so satan and his followers look to see how many can be deceived into becoming one ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

I Am Commissioned With Authority Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 13, 2017

Do you have authority against the forces of this world?

“I Am Commissioned with Authority” Series: Identity: Becoming Who We Are June 4, 2017 – Brad Bailey Intro Let me ask you to consider this question: Do you have authority against the forces of this world? That is the question we dare ask as we continue our focus this season in identity… on how God ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-4, Luke 10:8-9, Luke 10:17-21, Ephesians 6:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Counterfeit Gods

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Mar 16, 2025

A message from Acts 17 regarding Paul's ministry in Athens exposing the false gods of then and now.

Acts 17:16-31 – Paul in Athens Move #1 – What idols do you see in Canada? (Hockey?… a minor god at best… Success? Money & greed? – yes - the bible told us this truth 2000 years ago. A relatively new god is the Self! …and its attractive, but misleading nickname - “Happiness.” This is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-31, Romans 1:18-19, 1 Corinthians 2:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Every Believer A Soldier Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Jul 6, 2020

Everyone is in the spiritual conflict whether we like it or not. The question is whether or not we are a good soldier of the Lord. This message was preached the day after the 4th of July

The Christian life is a series of Battles. Here is the shocker, everyone in involved. There are no non-combatants in this spiritual war that is raging around us. Whether you are save, or lost, rich or poor, possess numerous seminary degrees or completely uneducated, everyone, everywhere is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:18-20, 2 Timothy 2:3-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Servant Enlightens Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Apr 9, 2010

Jesus deals with spiritual blindness.

SERIES: WALKING WITH JESUS “THE SERVANT ENLIGHTENS” MARK 7:1-8:26 OPEN Rose Crawford had been blind for 50 years. Then she had an operation in a hospital in Ontario, Canada. In response to the effectiveness of the surgery as the doctor lifted the bandages from her eyes ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Is The Good Teacher Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Jan 23, 2011

Jesus is Good Teacher. When we put His Word into practice, we are building a rock solid foundation in our lives that will not be easily shaken.

VISITATION #6: JESUS IS THE GOOD TEACHER REVIEW THE GOSPEL OF LUKE: • In Chapter 1, we learned that Jesus is the Dayspring who brings us Hope. • In Chapter 2, we learned that Jesus is the Savior who brings Salvation and Peace. • In Chapter 3, we learned that Jesus is the Open Heavens who brings ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:5-15

Denomination: *other

A Flip Of The Coin Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 30, 2012

Jesus’ answer forms the foundation of understanding the Church’s & the Christian’s role in the world, politics, and government.

Introduction This is the most famous of the debates because of the brilliance of the answer. Indeed, it is an answer that forms the foundation of understanding the Church’s & the Christian’s role in the world, politics, and government. Text 13 Later they sent some of the Pharisees and Herodians ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:13-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Walled In Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 19, 2018

Message 9 in our exposition of Nehemiah celebrating the completed wall project.

Chico Alliance Church "Walled In" REVIEW I. REBUILDING THE WALLS 1-7 A. Recognizing the needs through inquiry B. Responding to needs through intense intercession C. Resolving needs through planning and perseverance D. Resisting opposition through prayer and perseverance 1. ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Great Shepherd's Claims

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 18, 2012

Jesus made two revealing points. 1. His sacrificial death was the very reason God loves His Son so much. God loves His Son just like any man loves his child. But God loves Jesus even more, in a more special way, because Jesus was willing to pay such a

As we move along in our study of the Gospel of John you might remember that last Sunday morning the message came from John 10: 1-16 when Jesus referred to Himself as the Good Shepherd. Tonight we will pick up there in verse 17. READ 17-18. This is the final proof that Jesus is the Good Shepherd ...read more

Scripture: John 10:17-42

Denomination: Baptist

Compelled To Testify

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 14, 2023

The love of Christ should compel us to testify on his behalf before the court of the world.

Lots of people are testifying these days. We’ve got trials in California and New York and Georgia and Washington D.C. Politicians and government officials and even just ordinary people caught up in things are all either pouring their hearts out or nowhere to be found. Some are practically begging ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-40

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Do You Walk With Him Or On Him? Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Nov 11, 2014

Tonight, we will discover the fourth of five warnings given in the book of Hebrews.

“Do You Walk With Him or On Him?” Hebrews Series (10:26-36) Based upon Ron Philips book “Hebrews: Finding the Better Way” June 10, 2014 Chester FBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A Tonight, we will discover the fourth of five warnings given in the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:26-36

Denomination: Baptist

Going Out On A Limb For Jesus

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 26, 2012

We must do as Jesus did; seek and save those who are lost.

Going Out on a Limb for Jesus January 14, 2009 Wednesday Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must do as Jesus did; seek and save those who are lost. Focus Passage: Luke 19:1-10 Supplemental Passage: Matt 19:9-13 Introduction: I. Jesus Sought Him (vv. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist