In this sermon, the speaker addresses the issue of people waiting in line to be prayed for and seeking a touch or word from a man instead of seeking God directly. The speaker refers to the story of Moses in Exodus 18, where he sat to judge the people and they stood in line from morning until evening. Moses' father-in-law questioned why he was doing this to the people instead of for them. The speaker emphasizes that God never intended for there to be a division between the pulpit and the pew, and that people should seek God directly for their needs.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of having faith in God and relying on the blood and righteousness of Jesus Christ for salvation. He encourages believers to strive for spiritual health and to develop every grace and consecrate every faculty of their lives to walking with God. The preacher also highlights the example of Daniel, who demonstrated his faith by trusting in God's provision and standing firm in his beliefs. He warns against compromising one's faith and succumbing to worldly temptations, urging Christians to remain steadfast and true to their beliefs.

In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the spectacle and drama of processions and celebrations that should have been condemned. He emphasizes the importance of acknowledging the whole truth of God, rather than offering only partial views. The speaker challenges the notion of reducing Jesus to a great teacher and suggests that man has modified and controlled the truth to serve his own purposes. The sermon also explores the concept of the Trinity and the importance of replicating the relationship between the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit in the church. The speaker concludes by highlighting the significance of the cross as the ultimate demonstration of God's nature and the implications that come with embracing it.

In this sermon on Psalm 16:4, John Calvin emphasizes the importance of dedicating ourselves to God once we have come to know Him as our Father and Jesus Christ as our Redeemer. He warns against idolatry and the worship of false gods, stating that those who give idols the honor due to God are estranged from Him. Calvin urges believers to reject superstitions, idolatries, and abuses that go against God's truth and obscure His honor. He encourages Christians to persevere in their faith and remain steadfast in the pure profession of their beliefs.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being wise and cautious in our choices regarding entertainment and media. He warns about the potential dangers of movies, music, and other forms of art that can lead people back into sinful behaviors. The preacher encourages believers to consider the impact their choices may have on others and to prioritize love and edification over personal preferences. He also highlights the need to understand the continuity of the Apostle Paul's arguments in the Bible, rather than just focusing on individual chapters and verses.

In this sermon, the speaker focuses on 1st Corinthians 10, stating that it is one of the least understood passages in the New Testament due to our erroneous worldview. The sermon begins with a discussion on idolatry and the importance of leaving it behind. The speaker then delves into the realm of magic, distinguishing between harmless tricks and magic with demonic power. The sermon also addresses the influence of toys, books, and games that may have connections to the demonic realm. The speaker emphasizes the need for Christians to be discerning and cautious in their choices, avoiding practices that go against biblical teachings.

This sermon delves into the unique traditions and lifestyle of the Drogpa people, who live in a fruitful yet isolated area, practicing ancient customs and idol worship. Despite their abundance, they hold on to beliefs that hinder their spiritual growth, remaining unreached by the gospel. The sermon emphasizes the need for their hearts to turn from false gods to the true God, praying for a transformation from idolatry to worship of the one who brings unity and true fulfillment.

In this sermon, the speaker addresses the negative impact of television on society, particularly on children. The speaker expresses concern about the frequency of violence portrayed on television and how it desensitizes people to real-life violence. They emphasize the importance of redeeming time and making good use of it, contrasting the amount of time spent on television versus in church. The speaker also highlights the harmful effects of television on children, stating that it offends and leads them astray. They reference several scriptures, including Proverbs 4, Ephesians 5:14-16, and Mark 9:42, to support their arguments.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the unity and harmony that will be experienced in the kingdom age. He highlights that God has a special plan and purpose for each individual, and that no one is inferior or superior to another. The preacher also discusses the accuracy of the Bible and reads a passage from Deuteronomy that speaks about driving out idolaters. Additionally, he mentions the impending destruction of the universe, but assures the audience that God will bring believers into His presence to dwell with Him forever and receive new bodies. The sermon concludes with the idea that everyday tasks can be acts of worship if dedicated to God.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having a deep personal relationship with Jesus as the controlling force in our lives. The speaker shares a personal experience where they realized that their attachment to a person had become their first love, rather than Jesus. This led them to understand that if anything absorbs us to the point of losing control or causing worry, it has become our idol. The speaker encourages listeners to surrender themselves completely to Jesus, renouncing all that hinders their love for Him, and committing to keeping His word. The sermon emphasizes that in these difficult times, our love for Jesus is essential and will carry us through.

Timothy Williams emphasizes the critical need to flee from idolatry, explaining that idolatry is not just about loving worldly things more than God, but also includes worshiping God in ways that do not align with His commands. He highlights that true worship must stem from a heart of obedience and submission to God's will, warning that disobedience and excuses in our worship can lead to spiritual separation from God. Williams uses biblical examples, such as King Saul's disobedience and the Israelites' creation of the golden calf, to illustrate how idolatry manifests in our lives. He calls the congregation to examine their hearts and flee to the cross for cleansing from idolatry, reminding them that God is worthy of their obedience and devotion.

Shane Idleman emphasizes the critical nature of allegiance in the Christian life, illustrating that one cannot serve both God and the world. He warns against divided loyalties, using examples from scripture and personal anecdotes to highlight the dangers of idolatry and the necessity of full surrender to Christ. Idleman calls for a return to extreme Christianity, where believers actively flee from anything that draws them away from God, and he challenges the congregation to examine their priorities and commitments. He stresses that true joy and fulfillment come from a complete allegiance to Jesus, urging listeners to choose their side in the ongoing spiritual battle.

Chuck Smith emphasizes God's broken heart over the unfaithfulness of Israel, illustrating how God desires love in return for His own. He explains that while God created humanity for a loving relationship, many have chosen to pursue other 'gods' of pleasure, power, and lust, leading to alienation from Him. Despite Israel's rebellion, God continues to seek their restoration, highlighting the consequences of turning away from Him. Smith challenges listeners to reflect on their own lives and the distractions that may pull them away from a true relationship with God. Ultimately, he calls for a choice between serving God or succumbing to the false promises of other 'gods'.

Art Katz reflects on the global response to Princess Diana's funeral, questioning the depth of the adoration and the implications of such fervent devotion. He notes that while Diana was admired for her charitable work and beauty, her life and death may symbolize a troubling idolatry that distracts from true Christian faith. Katz emphasizes the need for the Church to critique this phenomenon rather than celebrate it, warning against the dangers of misplaced reverence for a figure who may not have acknowledged Christ. He draws parallels to biblical idolatry, urging a prophetic response to the cultural obsession with celebrity. Ultimately, he calls for a return to honoring God above all else.

C.I. Scofield preaches on the story of Elijah in 1 Kings 18, highlighting the importance of recognizing and maintaining unity among God's people, the courage and composure that true faith brings, the power of prayer based on God's covenants, the consequences of idolatry, and the necessity of exclusive devotion to God as taught in Scripture. The sermon emphasizes the incompatibility of serving both God and worldly wealth, pointing out the present powerlessness of churches due to the pursuit of material gain over spiritual growth.

Ignatius of Antioch emphasizes the severe consequences of corrupting the Church of Christ, comparing it to corrupting human families but with far greater punishment. He warns against disregarding the doctrine of Jesus and following false teachings, highlighting the importance of staying true to the truth. Ignatius questions the compatibility of light with darkness, Christ with Belial, and believers with unbelievers, stressing the need for believers to uphold righteousness and reject falsehood.

Clement of Rome shares a story where he pretends to be involved in a love affair to expose the false teachings of Appion, who promotes adultery using mythologies of gods as examples. Clement cleverly responds to Appion's letter with a strong rebuke, highlighting the immorality and falsehood in idolizing gods who engaged in sinful acts. Appion, driven by baseless hatred towards Jews, is confronted by Clement's confession of the truth, leading to Appion's resentment and departure. The story ends with a promise of a future discussion between Clement and Appion about the gods' lives and teachings.

Allan Halton challenges the congregation to reflect on the difference between a Christianity that coexists with worldly idolatry, like professional sports and entertainment, and a Christianity that completely separates from such pursuits. He contrasts the modern acceptance of bringing Jesus into these idolatrous arenas with the powerful revival in Wales in 1905, where the love of God so captivated hearts that people abandoned former idolatrous activities. Halton emphasizes the need to discern the idolatry present in professional sports and entertainment, urging believers to come out from among them and be separate, as temples of the living God.

Gary R. Kane delves into the overlooked subject of being bewitched by the Jezebel spirit, leading many in the church to suffer from bitter hearts, fear, and perpetual turmoil. He emphasizes how this demonic spirit rooted in pride misleads believers into seeking holiness through human effort and religious works, rather than by grace through faith in Christ. Kane explores the manifestations of this bewitching spirit, warning against the allure of false representations and the dangers of religious pride that hinder true fellowship with God.

E.H. Broadbent preaches about the historical conflict between the Roman Church clergy and ordinary believers who emphasized holiness and renewal by the Holy Spirit, breaking down the clergy-laity distinction. The divergent views of the Church led to persecution of those who desired independence and adherence to Scripture. The persistence of primitive churches, distorted histories, and the growth of clerical domination are highlighted, along with the persecution faced by saints who refused to comply with the dominant World-Church. The misuse of history, obliteration of true histories, and the spread of idolatry and image worship are discussed, leading to the rise of movements like the Paulicians and Bogomils who denounced idolatry and faced severe persecution.

Charles Stanley preaches on overcoming jealousy by acknowledging it as a sin that leads to idolatry, repenting, and realigning our perspective with God's will. He emphasizes the importance of thanking God for others' blessings, asking for love towards them, and avoiding malice and hate that jealousy can breed. By surrendering jealousy to God, we can protect our relationships, our witness, and fully experience God's blessings.

Martin Knapp delivers a powerful sermon on the sin of idolatry, emphasizing the First Commandment's prohibition of internal idolatry and the Second Commandment's prohibition of outward idolatry. He highlights God's severe view of idolatry, leading to death and eternal punishment in the lake of fire. Knapp warns against various forms of idolatry, such as worshiping images, dedicating temples to false gods, and rejecting Jesus for sham religion, stressing the importance of turning from idols to serve the living God.

Lewis Williams delivers a powerful sermon warning against burning incense to brazen serpents, emphasizing the danger of focusing more on God's gifts than on God Himself. He highlights how the children of Israel fell into idolatry by worshiping the brazen serpent instead of the Giver, a trap that many still fall into today by prioritizing church membership, baptism, communion, and spiritual gifts over a personal relationship with Christ. Williams urges believers to turn their eyes from the gifts to the Giver, emphasizing that salvation, healing, and spiritual growth come from Christ alone.

The preacher delves into the concept of idolatry, emphasizing extreme admiration or reverence for anything other than God, which is seen as direct opposition to worshiping the Creator. Paul explains the progression of idolatry in Romans 1, where people exchanged the glory of God for images of created beings, leading to impurity and dishonor. In modern times, idols have taken on various forms like sports, celebrities, possessions, and money, highlighting the danger of anything that receives adoration apart from God. The sermon stresses the importance of guarding against idolatry, as warned by Paul and John, and the need to flee from anything that competes with God for our worship.

Michael Wigglesworth preaches about the importance of worshiping God alone and not mixing praises to Him with praises to false gods or idols. He emphasizes the need to pray only to God in Christ and to avoid any form of blasphemy or impurity in our worship. Wigglesworth urges believers to seek guidance from the Holy Spirit in praising God's holy name and teaching others His ways.