Sermons on Misconception: showing 16-30 of 2,008

The New Millennium Needs A New Church

Contributed by Kyle Meador on Jan 9, 2001

The world is a different place. The church of Jesus Christ must change if we are to be the salt and light and aroma of our Savior!

This morning we’re going to view a video clip. Don’t worry about understanding the dialogue in this segment. In this clip, you’ll see two men walking through an airport terminal. As they walk and talk, their voices are slightly muffled and there is someone making announcements over a public address ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:37-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Does The Bible Offer That I Need? Series

Contributed by Lynn Floyd on May 29, 2001

I briefly look at some of the main reasons why people don’t read the bible then show why those reasons aren’t valid. I conclude with three things the bible will help a person do.

What Does The Bible Offer That I Need? Two of our greatest presidents said some pretty important statements about the Bible. George Washington said, “It is impossible to righteously govern the world without God and the Bible.” President Ronald Reagan said, “Within the covers of one single book, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Devils Strategic Plan

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Aug 29, 2002

The Devil may be a jerk, but he is a smart jerk. This sermon looks at the Devils Strategic Plan

1 John 2:18-29 The Devil’s Strategic Plan Introduction A. I’m sure that you have heard the stories that our President heard that someone might be hijacking the plane B. However, he hears this stuff all the time. C. A lot of them are just roomers D. But what if you knew for certain that is was ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-29

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

It Had To Be This Way.

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Jun 9, 2003

I think the one thing that perplexed me the most is why God allowed Jesus Christ His son; the son He loved so much to come to this earth as a man...

It Had To Be this Way. HHM Pastor Jim Parisi June 8, 2003 As my faith gets stronger and the revelation of the word of God becomes engrafted into me deeper day-by-day, the questions that I have asked for many years are now starting to be answered. As a young Christian I had offered ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Seats Become Set-Ups

Contributed by Norris Harris I on Feb 6, 2003

IT IS A fact THAT You have been SET UP for FAILURE, FRUSTRATION and the FORFEITURE of all that which you have FORCLOSED! In practice, your FAITH has FAILED to FUNCTION in the FACE of SET UPS. YOU JUST DON’T KNOW WHAT TO DO WHEN SEATS BECOME SET UPS.

Perhaps you are wondering, ’Why it is that your Service always seems to SET YOU UP?’ I don’t know, but I’m Speculating. I’m not sure, but its possible that you might be puzzled as to Why your SERVICE ultimately SET YOU UP for FAILURE? I can’t be absolutely certain, I have a sneaking suspicion ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 20:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

Am I Spiritual Enough? Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Mar 19, 2003

4th sermon in series - "Living Life on Purpose, Christ’s Answers to Our Questions".

There are two questions pointed in Christ’s direction in our scripture today. Verse 11 - And when the Pharisees saw this, they said to His disciples, "Why does your Teacher eat with the tax-gatherers and sinners?" Verse 14 - Then the disciples of John came to Him, saying, "Why do we and the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

"Have I Begotten You?"

Contributed by John Waldrip on Dec 10, 2001

Explores Paul’s concept of begetting someone through the Gospel in Philemon 10 & 1 Cor 4.15.

"HAVE I BEGOTTEN YOU?" Philemon 10 EXPOSITION: 1. Over the last two weeks I have laid before you the truth of God’s Word about the importance of Church and the importance of Gospel preaching. I have done so in an attempt to offset the de-emphasizing of Church and the de-emphasizing of the ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:10, 1 Corinthians 4:15

Denomination: Baptist

The Greater Inheritance (Part 3)

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Jan 8, 2002

Is our inheritance in this life, the life to come, or both?

Greater Inheritance (Part 3) Forfeiting Our Reward In God’s plan, everything in life works together for our benefit. As we have looked at beforehand, it is our eternal benefit God has in mind. Sometimes what benefits today also has eternal rewards as well. However, many times what seems to be a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:16-19, 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Are We "Left Behind" In Our Understanding?

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on Jan 23, 2002

A response to the movie, "Left Behind".

ARE WE “LEFT BEHIND” IN OUR UNDERSTANDING? By Gerry Pratt ARE WE “LEFT BEHIND” IN OUR UNDERSTANDING? Copyright 2001 By Gerry Pratt Are We “Left Behind” In Our Understanding? Published by: PEPCO ...read more

Scripture: John 5:28-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Other Brother

Contributed by Kent Lenard on Jun 23, 2002

Gaurding Against Self Righteousness

I. Last week I preached about the story of the loving Father who had a prodigal son. A. His son demanded what he had coming in terms of an inheritance, and hit the road. B. He went away and lived a life that went against everything that his father had ever stood for. The NIV version of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:25-32, Luke 18:10

Denomination: Baptist

Gehazi International Ministries

Contributed by Eric Aschendorf on Jun 28, 2002

By refusing payment Elisha sent a message into the heart of Naaman and through him into all of eternity, that even we might hear of it. That GOD cannot be bought

Tree Of Life Ministries Association 2 Kings 5 http://www.treeoflifeinc.org Gehazi International Ministries GIM ******************************************************* Eric Aschendorf pastor@treeoflifeinc.org ******************************************************* 2 Kings 5:1-27 1) Now Naaman, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-27, Galatians 6:7-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Am I Really Saved?

Contributed by Sandy Anton on Jul 22, 2002

Showing how todays people are misled by world views and walk away believing they are saved.

Close your eyes; picture yourself standing before a huge, beautiful golden thrown with Jesus sitting there at the right hand of God. He has a large book in His hand. He asks you “so my dear, what is your name”. You answer, Sandy Anton! He turns page after page looking for your name, your heart is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:7-13, Galatians 5:8-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What About His-Story?

Contributed by Tony Britt on Feb 6, 2002

This sermon is written in honor of Black History Month. Not only do we look at how important our history is, but we are also challenged to look at how we as black/African Americans have always been central to God’s story.

What About His-story? Back in the days of steam ships, only rich white people sailed at sea. One day while sailing, something suddenly happened to the ship and it was about to sink. Terrified, the white folks aboard didn’t know what to do. Someone suggested that they do what the black folks ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:8-14, Luke 26:23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Judgment Day

Contributed by Eric Sellgren on Feb 26, 2002

"What will it be like - who will judge us?" Part 1 of a Presentation for Good Friday.

Have you ever asked yourself, "What`s the purpose of life - What are we here for?" I believe that life is a TESTING GROUND. God has put us here on earth for a certain number of years so that we can learn about Him (or miss Him as many do)............... and learn how to become CITIZENS OF ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:16-18

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Christmas For Frodo Baggins, Harry Potter, And Jaws

Contributed by Benjamin Doolittle on Mar 29, 2002

The weaker defeats the stronger. The pure in heart defeats the corrupt. These popular stories all share this theme. Yet,they also suggest that "we can do it alone." "We don’t need anybody else." The story of our faith is very, very different fro

Loving, Wonderful, Holy God, In your Son was life, and His life was the light for all people. May His light be our light. This Christmas, may we rediscover anew the light of your Son, by these words and our meditations. In Christ’s name we pray, Amen. I want to talk about Christmas. But ...read more

Denomination: Methodist