Sermons on Absolute Morality:

What Is Truth?

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jan 22, 2006

1. Truth is known through revelation. 2. Truth is knowable. 3. Truth creates passion.

Pilate’s question from our scripture today is the defining question of our culture: What is truth? Leslie Newbigin, in his book The Gospel in a Pluralist Society, reminds us of the ancient fable from India of the blind men and the elephant — popularized by American poet John Godfrey Saxe ...read more

Scripture: John 18:33-38

Denomination: Methodist

Finding Life Series

Contributed by Richard Burkey on May 19, 2005

At the core of finding life is the life building truth of Jesus who transforms my life for the great life.

The Great Life: Finding Life June 22-23, 2002 Matthew 10:37-39 (New International Version) 37“Anyone who loves his father or mother more than me is not worthy of me; anyone who loves his son or daughter more than me is not worthy of me; 38and anyone who does not take his cross a nd follow me is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:37-39

Denomination: Lutheran

The Free Gift Series

Contributed by Don Baggett on Jan 25, 2008

The word "grace" is used in this chapter more than any other in the Bible. There are some specific truths about grace given here that we really need to realize...

The word “grace” is the Greek word, “charis,” meaning gift. Romans 5 uses this word more than any other chapter of the Bible. The reason for this is, a specific point is being made, and that is that what we have in God, we have as God’s gift, and not because we deserve it. I want to point your ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Riding The Spiritual Roller Coaster Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Feb 9, 2008

The book of Judges reveals the spiritual roller coaster that Israel rode through 300 years of history. We can repeat their mistakes if we are not careful.

Riding the Spiritual Roller Coaster Judges 2:6-3:6 Essential 100 Series February 10, 2008 Morning Message Introduction Have you ever ridden a roller coaster? There are some that I love and some that I hate. I loved the Batman Knight Flight at Six Flags and I hated the Tomb Raider at King’s Island. ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

The Quest For Truth

Contributed by John Raulerson on Nov 7, 2007

Truth alone can set one free and therefore should be sought with all diligence.

THE QUEST FOR TRUTH John 8:31-32 4/22/07a RRC Senior Recognition Day Throughout men’s lives most are on the quest or the search for something. Some peoples’ quest is focused on money, some on power, some on fame. Some people’s life’s mission is to save a tree or the environment. Some have ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is Truth?

Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Mar 3, 2007

As he presides over Jesus’ trial, Pilate asks a poignant question. It is a question with which philosophers, orators and men of all walks of life have wrestled. It is a question that begs an answer. Let’s see what is truth and what is not truth.

As he presides over the trial of Jesus Christ, Pilate asks a poignant question. It is a question with which philosophers, orators and men of all walks of life have wrestled. It is a question that begs an answer, and many people have gone to extreme measures to find it. The question is, “What is ...read more

Scripture: John 18:37-38

Denomination: United Methodist

Six Things In Hell We Need In The Church Today

Contributed by Jerry Stepp on Mar 5, 2007

A message for a burning desire of the church to get moving

Six things in Hell we need in the Church today Luke 16:19-31 1. Lost People: Luke16: 23…read Luke 14:23 And the Lord said unto the servant, Go out into the highway and hedges and Compel them to come in, that my house may be full. Compel: what means he used is not stated, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Crowd Doesn't Count When It Comes To Christ

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Apr 3, 2007

Discussion of the two crowds at Jerusalem - the one at the Triumphal Entry and the one at the trial before Pilate.

The Crowd Doesn’t Count When it Comes to Christ Matthew 21:6-11; 27:15-26 April 1, 2007 I’ve mentioned before that when I was younger, I made a number of foolish decisions, some of which could have cost me my life or at least land me in jail. As I was working on this message, it occurred to me ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Priceless Treasure

Contributed by Frederick Baker Ii on Jan 16, 2008

This sermon was developed when the big question was brought to my attention. What is Truth?

“Priceless Treasure” Text: John 8:32 “And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” Proverbs 23:23 “Buy the truth, and sell it not; also wisdom, and instruction, and understanding.” Introduction: Pilate ask the question when Jesus was on trial; “What is truth?” There are ...read more

Scripture: John 8:32

Denomination: *other

The Boldness Of Faith Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 24, 2007

John ends his first letter with words of assurance for those who believe in Jesus. John points to five things we can know for certain.

Introduction: A. In 1789, Benjamin Franklin wrote this famous statement, “Nothing is certain but death and taxes.” 1. This past week we have witnessed the certainty of both. 2. Our taxes were due – and some of us even got a needed extension because of the weather. 3. And tragically, we all ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Truth Sets You Free

Contributed by Ken Mowery on Dec 18, 2006

The source and effect of experiencing true freedom.

Freedom I wonder how you and I might respond if someone showed up on the scene and began say things like: Follow me and you can be free! or I’m going to show you the path to true freedom! And then what if this same person told you that you were living a lie and then made exclusive claims to ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36

Denomination: Baptist

The Revelation Of God In These Last Days Series

Contributed by Joshua Hetrick on Mar 12, 2008

A texual study of Hebrews 1

The Revelation of God in These Last Days Hebrews Chapter One Introduction: 1. Does it not make perfect since, that if God took time to created this wonderful world in which we live, and took special care in creating us, his greatest creation, that he would want to communicate with his ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Empty Expedition Of Enjoyment Series

Contributed by James Mcdonald on Sep 18, 2007

Solomon’s personal testimony of his empty expedition to find satisfaction without God.

The Empty Expedition of Enjoyment Illustration This past Tuesday, Stacy and I went up to Freeport to encourage a local homeschooling support group. The group had advertised the event in their area, seeking to increase attendance a bit. I received an email from a friend of mine, Bob, who attends a ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Call To Arms

Contributed by Dale Norman on Jul 14, 2007

The battle defending TRUTH

CALL TO ARMS THE BATTLE DEFENDING TRUTH As a Christian, we are soldiers called into a war, into a battle like no other. We are called into a battle to defend the TRUTH. The battle is not easy; the enemy is very tough, strong and cunning. They know our weaknesses and know how to use them at ...read more

Scripture: John 18:36-38

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Laws

Contributed by Don Baggett on Mar 8, 2008

God has established spiritual laws that can change our circumstances. These spiritual laws, like all laws, are designed to bless us, but they only do so as we submit ourselves to them.

Our lives are constantly being effected by civil laws, natural laws, and spiritual laws. Some laws will take precedence over others. We might establish a civil law that says it’s perfectly legal to drive 55 MPH on a curvy road, but if the road becomes covered with ice, the natural law of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:6-7

Denomination: Baptist