Sermons on Woke Culture:

Cosy In The Culture Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on May 1, 2023

The story of Esther is an amazing story of how God can use His people to accomplish His will. But Mordecai and Esther were not always the heroes. Much like our world today, Esther and Mordecai were cosy in their culture. As Christians, we need to be different from the world.

Introduction Video Ill.: Book of Esther in 20 Words This morning, we are starting a new study based loosely on Max Lucado’s book, You Were Made for This Moment. If you want to study deeper, there is a great study guide that comes with a series of videos you can stream online. It is available ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 19:2, 1 Peter 1:13-16, 1 John 3:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Culture Of Vulgarity

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 24, 2025

Christians must turn from embracing the things of this world, deliberately choosing to seek the things that are above.

“Put to death therefore what is earthly in you: sexual immorality, impurity, passion, evil desire, and covetousness, which is idolatry.” [1] Since the fall of our first parents, for as long as mankind has existed, vulgarity has plagued the race. What do I mean when I use the term “vulgar?” The ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:5

Denomination: Baptist

Kingdom Of Culture Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the conflict between religious and political power as seen in John 18:28-39, where Pilate must decide whether to execute Jesus, a decision that pits his Roman authority against the Jewish leaders and their religious kingdom.

The year was 1776 and the American colonies were in the midst of a revolution. The colonists had declared their independence from Great Britain and were now in a fight for their freedom. John Adams was a lawyer and a politician. He was also one of the most influential people in the fight for ...read more

Scripture: John 18:28-39

Topics: Kingdom Collision, Faith And Culture, Decision Consequences

Sermon Series: King Of All Kingdoms

A Culture Of Prodigals PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Emphasize the importance of creating a global Christian community that actively seeks out those who have strayed from their faith, and joyously welcomes them back, fulfilling our responsibility as a church.

Good morning, church family. I am so glad to see all of your beautiful faces this morning as we gather here to explore some profound truths from the book of James. Today, we are going to delve into James 5:19-20. "My brothers and sisters, if one of you should wander from the truth and someone ...read more

Scripture: James 5:19-20

Topics: Gathering, People Of God

God And Culture

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jun 17, 2025

Which laws should you follow, God's or Culture's? There are times that culture/society will create a law that violates God's law. Can you follow that Law?

God and Culture Luke 10:38-42 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz The Mary and Martha story can be found in Luke chapter 10 verses 38 to 42. The usual interpretation is that Jesus is telling Martha that it’s more important to listen to him than it is to do the regular household work. And that’s a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: United Methodist

Biblical Principles In Responding To Donald Trump's Victory

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Nov 9, 2024

Presidential elections often bring divisions in many countries and sadly churches. Friendships and fellowship are damaged. How should we respond to Trump's victory according to the biblical principles?

DONALD J. TRUMP has officially won the 2024 ELECTION in AMERICA with a landslide victory (he won both the "popular vote" and the "electoral college"). He defeated Vice President Kamala Harris who received more campaign funds and extraordinary support from the mass media and ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:21, 1 Corinthians 3:4-7, Jeremiah 17:5, Isaiah 2:22, 1 Timothy 2:1-3, Ephesians 6:12, John 10:10, 1 Corinthians 3:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Contemporary Insanity Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jul 24, 2017

Nebuchadnezzar was blessed by God but thought too highly of himself. His temporary insanity that woke him up to the reality of God. He went on to honor God. Our culture has a "Contemporary Insanity" that rejects God and pushes him away. We must wake up!

1. Pride The owner of an old-fashioned corner grocery store in a small country town was fond of quoting a scripture after each sale. He had three old friends that would sit around a pot-bellied stove, playing checkers on a faded board. His ability to produce a scripture for all occasions never ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 4:1-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Crossing Cultural Barriers

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Nov 12, 2002

Doing What God has called us to do.

CROSSING CULTURAL BARRIERS 1 KINGS 5:1-6 INTRODUCTION: IN ORDER TO EFFECTIVELY ADVANCE THE KINGDOM OF GOD ON EARTH, CULTURAL BARRIERS MUST BE CROSSED. RACIAL PROFILING HAS TAKEN CENTER STAGE IN THESE YET TO BE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. THERE EXISTS A COLOSSAL GAP BETWEEN BLACK AND WHITE, WHITE ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 5:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Avoid The Culture Of Godlessness Series

Contributed by Chris Santasiere on Dec 5, 2002

Our effectiveness as Christians hinges on our ability to avoid the culture of godlessness.

“How To Become An Effective Christian” AVOID THE CULTURE OF GODLESSNESS! II Timothy 3:1-9 Introduction We live in a culture that is constantly changing. The majority of religious people in our country would stand before you and tell you that our culture and society is 100% corrupt and evil. I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Problem Of Cultural Christianity

Contributed by Steve Johnson on Nov 22, 2001

Cultural Christianity, or "Hollow Christianity" is characterized by worthless worship, worthless words and worthless wisdom....

"The Problem of Cultural Christianity" Matt. 15: 1-20 Introduction: 1. What is Cultural Christianity? There are many possible answers. 2. As we go through the sermon this morning, You might arrive at your own answer. 3. I believe it is best summed up as "A religion of symbolic devotion". 4. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Culturally-Relevant Church Series

Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jul 11, 2001

Casting the vision for a culturally relevant, twenty-first century church

The Catalytic Church: The Culturally-Relevant Church Scripture Reading: Acts 17:16-34 Dave and Diane had just moved, because of Dave’s job, to the small town of Catoosa, Oklahoma. The young couple had been struggling in many ways before, but the move made things worse. Diane had no ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Traditional & Cultural Factors

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001

Traditional & Cultural Factors in Growing and Planting Churches How To Evangelize a People Using Their Traditions

Traditional & Cultural Factors in Growing and Planting Churches How To Evangelize a People Using Their Traditions Learning Objectives 1. The students will explain how to evangelize a people group with a knowledge of their traditions. 2. The students will discuss in a short paper how to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Cross-Cultural Counseling

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 19, 2001

Cross-Cultural Counseling

Cross-Cultural Counseling Case Study - Japheth felt that with interpersonal skills he acquired at the university, he could easily counsel with the people in his government office. However, as the weeks rolled into months, he became embroiled in a controversial relationship with ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:13-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Identifying With Our Culture Series

Contributed by Stephen Colaw on Apr 5, 2007

Jesus identified himself with sinful humanity through his baptism. We must learn to identify with our culture if we are going to represent Christ to them.

Introduction: Have you ever tried to identify with someone that you just had nothing in common with? I find that it’s sometimes hard to identify with people you do know have commonalities with, but it’s especially hard to identify with someone who is radically different. Cultural barriers have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-25

Denomination: Wesleyan

Living Counter To Culture Series

Contributed by Greg Johnson on Oct 4, 2006

Daniel lives counter to culture and openly serves the God of Israel instead of the Gods of Babylon. In doing so Daniel shows us how we can live counter to culture and openly follow Jesus on our journey from earth to glory.

Living Counter to Culture Daniel Speaks to Us Today Series By Greg Johnson http://www.LovingGodFellowship.org The book of Daniel is very relevant to us in our day. Daniel is probably in his late teens or early twenties when he is taken from Jerusalem to Babylon. In the first six chapters, ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational