Sermons on Back To The Bible:

"Look Back – Smile And Grow! Look Forward - Dream And Grow!"

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 22, 2007

Today’s graduates need to grow from their past experiences and prepare to grow from their up and coming future.

Look back – smile and grow! Look forward - dream and grow! Scripture Texts: Philippians 3:8-21 – key verse 13 8What is more, I consider everything a loss compared to the surpassing greatness of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I consider them rubbish, that I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Don’t Look Back: New Year’s Sermon

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jan 5, 2020

There is a danger in looking back at the past. The New Year’s sermon reminds us not to look back, but to look ahead to the future that is as bright as the promises of God.

Don’t Look Back A New Year’s Sermon Chuck Sligh January 5, 2020 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives. TEXT: Luke 9:62 – “And Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:62, Psalm 103:1-14, Ecclesiastes 7:10, 1 Peter 2:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Is The Entire Bible Inerrant And Divinely Inspired In Everything It Says?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jul 14, 2020

One of the foundational pillars of the Christian faith is the claim that the Bible is the inerrant and the divinely inspired Word of God.

Throughout history, people have ridiculed the idea of biblical inerrancy and do not believe it to be free from error or untruths or culturally appropriate today. To the faithless, the Bible is simply another fallible book written by imperfect humans. Within the pages of the Bible, it is written, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:13, 1 Thessalonians 4:15, Galatians 1:12, Ephesians 3:5, 1 Corinthians 14:37, 2 Peter 3:16, John 14:26, John 16:13, 2 Peter 1:16-20, Psalm 119:160, 2 Timothy 2:15-17, John 3:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Widow's Mite Bible Study Lesson Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Sep 16, 2024

New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon.

The Widow’s Mite NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:1-44, Isaiah 1:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

People Of The Book Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 11, 2013

The Word of God is crucial and central to the Christian life. Studying and obeying it helps us become spiritually strong and mature.

People of the Book (Psalm 119: 7-11, 63, 66, 98-100, 105, 2 Timothy 2:15, 3:15) 1. When Albert Einstein was making the rounds of the speaker's circuit, he usually found himself eagerly longing to get back to his laboratory work. One night as they were driving to yet another chicken dinner, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:7-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Impact Of The Word Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jan 30, 2013

This sermon helps the listeners to understand the impact that God's Word has on our lives.

“IMPACT OF THE WORD” Acts 6:1-7 INTRO – Was listening to podcast of Jim Cymbala this past week. He made a statement that caught my attention. The statement was that, based on research form 4 different reliable sources, Every day in America, 1200 people stop reading the Bible. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Naomi’s Journey Back To Bethlehem – Ruth, Part 2 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Oct 17, 2022

Even in the toughest of times, God has NOT forgotten about Naomi, and, He most certainly has not forgotten about you, either! Even in our despair, God STILL provides comfort for each of us and Ruth is an incredible story about this.

“Naomi’s Journey back to Bethlehem” – Ruth, Part 2 Ruth Sermon Series, Part 2 Ruth 1:10-22 Introduction - Last week we set the foundation of Ruth around some very difficult times -- Famine causes a family to move from God’s land, disobeys God’s commands - Exposed a hard lesson – and one that ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:10-22, James 4:7, Ephesians 5:21, Romans 8:38, Galatians 2:20, Matthew 6:25-34  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Paradox Of Victory Through Surrender

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 3, 2021

William Booth said: "The greatness of a man's power is the measure of his surrender." That statement is what you call a paradox. How can power flow from surrender? Keep that statement in the back of your mind as I share my story.

William Booth said: "The greatness of a man's power is the measure of his surrender." That statement is what you call a paradox. How can power flow from surrender? Keep that statement in the back of your mind as I share my story. One of my first memories, was as a child, around age 4 ...read more

Scripture: John 1:4, John 8:32

Denomination: Salvation Army

Tear Off Your Side View Mirror

Contributed by Matthew Eyerman on Oct 3, 2004

No looking back and no going back

Rev. Matthew Eyerman I. Introduction 1. start today with an old school song I have decided to follow Jesus, I have decided to follow Jesus, I have decided to follow Jesus --- No turning back, no turning back. 2. have you decided to follow Jesus? 3. call to mind the passage ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:19-21

Denomination: Catholic

Avoiding Apostasy Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Sep 6, 2012

The word apostasy , literally means to withhold under. Depending on your bible it may say shrink back, draw back, turn away, and the key to understanding that word is that it refers to withholding or hiding out of sight because of timidity or fear. The w

The word apostasy is for obvious reasons not a popular word in the church. On the one hand it sends shivers down your spine, on the other hand many people don’t even believe in it. Frankly, I would prefer not to preach a sermon on it especially on a long weekend, but I said I would preach ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:23-39

We've Come Too Far To Turn Back Now

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Oct 30, 2010

This message is a celebration and refocusing message for my congregation as we enter into our new sanctuary.

We Have Come Too Far To Turn Back Now Scripture: Hebrews 11:13-16 Introduction: My message this morning is a simple one and it is titled: “We’ve Come Too Far To Turn Back Now.” Last week Jackie told us that we must look forward and that we cannot look back on where we were. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Joab Convinces King David To Bring Absalom Back To Jerusalem Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Sep 25, 2023

Absalom the dearly loved son of King David has committed murder, he killed his own brother Amnon. This was in revenge for something truly disturbing that Amnon did to Absalom’s sister Tamar.

Have you ever had a disagreement with someone, a long time friend or family member? And then you stop talking? But as the months and years go by you long to see that person again. You think about them. You think about the good times. Yet, you can’t quite get yourself to call them up, or make things ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 14:1-3

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Sword Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Vernon L Caruthers on Jul 2, 2009

This is the 7th message in our series. Today we are looking at the only offensive piece of spiritual armor, the Sword of the Spirit, the Word of God.

Sermon Notes: July 05, 2009 Sermon Series: Spiritual Warfare Sermon #07: The Sword of the Spirit, the Word of God Scripture Ref: Ephesians 6:10-18 V#17 ‘& take the helmet of salvation & the sword of the SPIRIT, which is the WORD of GOD.’ Introduction: A house church in a city of the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:17

Getting Your Joy Back - Psalm 51:8-19 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jun 19, 2025

How do you get joy back after a major failure?

Psalm 51:1 Have mercy on me, O God, according to your unfailing love; according to your great compassion blot out my transgressions. 2 Wash away all my iniquity and cleanse me from my sin. 3 For I know my transgressions, and my sin is always before me. 4 Against you, you only, have I sinned and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:8-19

Awakening In The Body And Blood

Contributed by James Cloud on Mar 27, 2010

How many times do we neglect the sacrament of the Eucharist (Communion) for the "thrills" of the modern age? This is a call back to the Early Church and what they held about this Most Blessed Sacrament.

Awakening in the Blood and Body St. John 6:44-59 (ESV) “No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws him. And I will raise him up on the last day. It is written in the Prophets, ’And they will all be taught by God.’ Everyone who has heard and learned from the Father comes to me— not ...read more

Scripture: John 6:44-59

Denomination: Anglican