Sermons on Appropriating Word:

An Old Testament Arguement For Faith Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jun 26, 2009

Paul turns to the objective evidence of the Word of God. We never judge the Scriptures by our experience but test our experience by the Word of God. This section quotes 6 OT Scriptures. Salvation is by faith in Christ, not by works of law.

GALATIANS 3:6-14 AN OLD TESTAMENT ARGUMENT FOR FAITH Having dealt with the Galations’ subjective experience of receiving the Holy Spirit, Paul now turns to the objective evidence of the Word of God. We never judge the Scriptures by our experience; we test our experience by the Word of God. In ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:6-14

Denomination: Baptist

Healing From Depression Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 27, 2021

The words of Psalm 38 have hands and feet. They climb all over you. They work their way into your heart and conscience, and will not be dislodged. In a word, David wrestled with a prominent emotion condition, his depression and his need for healing.

Simon Wiesenthal (1908-2005) was an Austrian-Jewish architectural engineer and a Holocaust survivor. He became famous after WW II for his work to hunt down Nazi war criminals. In his book, The Sunflower, Wiesenthal describes an episode of his life toward the conclusion of WW II. It is 1943 and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"God's Forever Family" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Jun 20, 2017

The word church in the Greek is the word ekklesia. It is used roughly 100 times in the Scripture. But I want you to understand something. A church is not about a building or a location... It is about people. God’s people gathered together to worship and

FAMILY MATTERS “God’s Forever Family” Ephesians 2:13-22 It was way back in the 1970s before I was married in fact that I became a part of what was known as THE JESUS MOVEMENT. I drove a 1969 Mustang, candy apple red and the license plate I posted on the front of the car said just one ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:13-22

Denomination: Baptist

Knowledge Of The Truth Leads To Righteousness

Contributed by Craig Condon on Mar 5, 2015

God’s word is alive in the Bible. If we allow it, it will speak personally to us and transform our hearts, minds and lives. As his words penetrate our souls, we will truly become available to God.

Have you ever met people who thought they were better than others? Well, we as Christians know that is a bad attitude to have. No one is better than anyone else. We are all the same before God. He judges Jews and Gentiles alike-impartially and righteously-on the basis of their levels of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:12-24

Denomination: Anglican

Eating With Sinners

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on May 1, 2018

Jesus called His disciples to sit and eat and be a part of everyone's life including sinners and that made the religious people nervous and anxious. Follow me is the two words given to Levi and the same two words given to us.

Eating with sinners Luke 5:27-5:32 Luke 5:27-5:32 Prayer- Introduction- We live in a day and age of un-surety. Un-surety that you may put your shoes on in the morning and the undertaker may take them off at the end of the day. Bad things happen to good people everyday. God never promised ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-32

Denomination: Nazarene

What Does Holy Mean? Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 13, 2021

There are several words in our “Holy vocabulary” that even Christians don’t fully understand. Taking a closer look at some of these Holy words to make sure that we fully understand them before we use them.

As I was praying over what direction God would have me to go, God brought my attention to the fact that, as Christians, we have a unique vocabulary. We tend to use words that a non-Christian might not understand. So, when trying to witness to someone, we should be careful to use words they can ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:25-31, Psalm 19:1

Denomination: Baptist

Happiness Through - Humility (Beatitudes) Series

Contributed by Thomas Bartlett on Nov 2, 2020

In Jesus day, the Pharisee’s taught information without transformation, no authority. Jesus turns this upside down and speaks words that captivate the ears of the people, words that brings life. Today we will explore happiness through humility.

Happiness In An Unsettling World Steele Creek Church, Eastfield Campus Dr. Tom Bartlett – September 6, 2020 Matthew 5:3 OUTLINE Matthew 5:3 “Blessed are the poor in spirit for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” Matthew 5:3 (ESV) For most, happiness comes from things, but could it be the source of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3

Denomination: Other

Guided, Guarded, And Guaranteed Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 15, 2016

Paul offers another example for the church to follow, guiding their faith. He offers a word of caution, seeking to guard them from apostasy. Finally he offers a word of comfort regarding the Lord's return, a guarantee for the believer.

Guided, Guarded, and Guaranteed Philippians 3: 17-21 A young boy looked up at his grandfather and wondered aloud, "Grandpa, how do you live for Jesus?" The respected grandfather stooped down and quietly told the boy, "Just watch." As the years went by the grandfather was an example to the boy ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:17-21

Denomination: Baptist

Apostolic Fulfillment

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Apr 5, 2013

In these last days God is going to use the apostolic and the prophetic anointing to perfect the church through the revealed Word of God as well as the prophetic word, which contains God’s special instructions for this season. The apostolic and prophet

APOSTOLIC FULFILLMENT Isaiah 26:3 - You will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on You, Because he trusts in You. The world today is looking for peace. But peace can only come through Jesus. God wants His children to live in peace in a troubled world. We do not have to partake of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:20-22

Denomination: Charismatic

Christian Cautions & Confidences Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jun 2, 2014

Having stressed the importance of God¡¯s Word, Peter next relays a warning against those who threaten the church¡¯s purpose by rejecting their progress toward godliness & by refusing to submit to the authority of God¡¯s Word.

2 PETER 2: 1-9 [Our Precious Faith Series] CHRISTIAN CAUTIONS & CONFIDENCES [Jude 4-18 / Psalm 91] The book of 2 Peter began by teaching on the divine provision for a godly life. It went on to stress the divine inspiration of Scripture. Not all in the church though will grow in godliness nor ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Judging

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Aug 7, 2014

The people of the world are often quick to paraphrase a portion of the Word of God regarding judging one another. However, are they correct? Should we judge them and each other? Well ... it all depends on what you mean by the word ...

The people of the world have some favorite Bible verses, or at least portions of Bible verses … One is that Jesus said to the woman caught in adultery, “Neither do I condemn you.” What Jesus actually said was, “Neither do I condemn you. Go now and leave your life of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:37-38

Denomination: Nazarene

As God's Child, He Will Take You Through Life's Troubles Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Dec 20, 2018

Inspiration from GOD's Word. As a child of GOD, a SON or DAUGHTER of the KING of Kings. Our HEAVENLY FATHER will take us THROUGH Life's Troubles. Be encouraged by HIS WORD to you today.

2018.06.18. As GOD's CHILD, HE will take you through Life's Troubles Isaiah 43:1b-3a. As GOD’s Children, HE takes us THROUGH Life’s Troubles Isaiah 43:1-3 (KJV) 1…Fear not: for I have redeemed thee, I have called thee by thy name; thou art mine. 2 When thou passest through the waters, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-3, Lamentations 3:22-26, Hebrews 13:5, Philippians 1:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Look On Us!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Aug 31, 2015

The word ‘US’ has vanished from our vocabulary! ‘ME’ stands out! If at all the word ‘US’ operates, it is for agitation and not for edification! Hear me out today please!

Look on us! Acts 3:1”And Peter, fastening his eyes upon him with John, said, Look on us.” Many times we focus on the healing of the 40 year old man who sat near the temple, but I would like you to focus on the words of Peter and John here: ’Look on us!” Rarely we hear ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Holiness In Communication Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 26, 2025

Holiness is not limited to our actions but is also reflected in our words. Communication is a powerful tool that can build up or tear down. As believers, we are called to ensure that our words align with God’s standards of righteousness.

Title: HOLINESS IN COMMUNICATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Colossians 4:6 Supporting Texts: Ephesians 4:29, Proverbs 18:21, Matthew 12:36-37, James 3:5-10 INTRODUCTION: Holiness is not limited to our actions but is also reflected in our words. Communication is a powerful tool that can ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:6, Ephesians 4:29, Proverbs 18:21, Matthew 12:36-37, James 3:5-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Who Is Jesus? Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jun 26, 2024

In Matthew 16, we have the exact words you and I need to use when answering the question: Who is Jesus? The words that need to come out of our mouths are: “Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the Living God.”

M16: WHO IS JESUS? MATTHEW 16:13-20 #m16sermons INTRODUCTION Answering the question: “Who Is Jesus?” is one of the most important questions we can answer. How we answer this question determines: … our religion … our worldview … how we read the Bible … our soul’s ultimate destination once we die … ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ