Sermons on Biase:

Jesus - The Water Of Life.

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 23, 2010

Jesus - The Water of Life. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: John chapter 7 verses 25-53. Ill: Water facts Quiz. Our key verse this morning is verse 37-38: 37On the last day, the climax of the festival, Jesus stood and shouted to the crowds, “If you are thirsty, come to me! 38If you believe in me, come and drink! For the Scriptures ...read more

Scripture: John 7:25-53

Denomination: Brethren

False Reports

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 28, 2018

A study in the book of Exodus 23: 1 – 33

Exodus 23: 1 – 33 False Reports 23 “You shall not circulate a false report. Do not put your hand with the wicked to be an unrighteous witness. 2 You shall not follow a crowd to do evil; nor shall you testify in a dispute so as to turn aside after many to pervert justice. 3 You shall not show ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Cut From The Team

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 29, 2018

A study in the book of Deuteronomy 33: 1 – 29

Deuteronomy 33: 1 – 29 Cut from the team 33 Now this is the blessing with which Moses the man of God blessed the children of Israel before his death. 2 And he said: “The LORD came from Sinai, and dawned on them from Seir; He shone forth from Mount Paran, nd He came with ten thousands of saints; ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Acsah: The Ideal Christian Woman, And Wife (Joshua 15:13-19) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 22, 2022

The perfect Christian woman is a strong, capable provider. Also, how to pick out husbands for your daughters.

Sometimes when you hear someone teach/preach through a passage, you'll discover that what he says reveals more about himself-- his biases, his presuppositions, his theology, what's important to him-- that it actually reveals about the Bible. When you hear today's passage, I'm a ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 15:13-19, Proverbs 31:10-31

Does The Bible Contradict Itself And Did Paul Invent Christianity?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Aug 24, 2021

For over 2000 years, people have claimed that both the Old and New Testaments are plagued with numerous contradictions. Dr. Bart D. Ehrman, The King of Contradiction is discussed.

Christianity continues to grow and thrive throughout the world and remains the largest of all religions on Earth. The life of Jesus is the fundamental event of Scripture and is told from different perspectives. The central theme of the Bible is that God has provided redemption and forgiveness ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:12, 2 Peter 2:16, 2 Timothy 2:15, Mark 12:24, 2 Peter 1:20-21, 2 Timothy 3:14-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Mission Ignited Series

Contributed by Troy Walliser on Nov 5, 2020

The Holy Spirit empowers the church for mission.

The Mission Ignited Acts 2:1-13 We are in week three of our series through the book of Acts - a sermon series I've entitled "The Church On Mission." I chose to preach through this book of the Bible in correspondence and connection to our theme for LVBC in 2015. We are, by God's ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Can A Person Interpret Scripture And Give Their Own Meaning?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Oct 23, 2019

Some believe that the 66 books that make up the Bible are insufficient, so they continuously look for private prophetic words, dreams, or visions for a more meaningful personal experiential revelation from God. - A Multi-Part Message

There is a growing belief in the church today that a person can interpret and give their own meaning to Scripture because Jesus said, “My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me” (John 10:27-28 ESV), as well as, “Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and ...read more

Scripture: John 10:27-28, Revelation 3:20, 2 Timothy 3:16, 2 Peter 3:16, John 1:1-3, 2 Timothy 2:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Saw The Tears Of The Oppressed.

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000

We should pray for those around the world who are persecuted for their faith.

"I Saw The Tears of The Oppressed..." Ecclesiastes 4:1 When we woke up this morning we made a decision that we were going to go to church. Our decision was based upon ruling out the other options that presented themselves to us. Some of us struggled with whether or not to sleep in since it has ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pardon Me, Your Bias Is Showing Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 22, 2008

God tests those who claim to follow Him, and the tests He applies are revealed through how we treat others.

JAMES 2:1-13 PARDON ME, YOUR BIAS IS SHOWING! “My brothers, show no partiality as you hold the faith in our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory. For if a man wearing a gold ring and fine clothing comes into your assembly, and a poor man in shabby clothing also comes in, and if you pay attention ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Woman At A Well Series

Contributed by Chris Kelly on Jul 31, 2010

What would it be like to sit down with Jesus one on one? A woman at a well found out.

Woman at a Well January 31, 2010 Series: One on One with the Master Last week we started imagining what it would be like to sit down with Jesus one on one. We watched as Nicodemas met Jesus in the dark… and how Jesus brought him into the light. We said that meeting Jesus might be a little ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-30

Denomination: Wesleyan

Servants Of Christ And Their Work Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 5, 2018

In this chapter we have an account, of the constancy of the apostle and his fellow-laborers in their work.

October 4, 2012 Commentary on First Corinthians By: Tom lowe Lesson 2.8: Servants of Christ and Their Work Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4.1-4.4 1 Cor 4:1-4 (KJV) All ministers are servants of Christ 1 Let a man so account of us, as of the ministers of Christ, and stewards of the mysteries of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Those Who Must Be Silenced Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 14, 2021

In Titus 1:10–16, Paul first gives a general 1) description of false teachers in the church who are to be silenced (Titus 1:10–13a). He then specifies 2) What the reaction to those should be (Titus 1:13b–14) and 3) Evaluates their lives (Titus 1:15–16).

Titus 1:10–16. 10 For there are many who are insubordinate, empty talkers and deceivers, especially those of the circumcision party. 11 They must be silenced, since they are upsetting whole families by teaching for shameful gain what they ought not to teach. 12 One of the Cretans, a prophet of ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:10-16

Denomination: Other

The Continuing Ordinance Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 10, 2020

A study of the Lord's Supper, instructing the assembly as to what we are doing.

“I received from the Lord what I also delivered to you, that the Lord Jesus on the night when he was betrayed took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it, and said, ‘This is my body, which is for you. Do this in remembrance of me.’ In the same way also he took the cup, after supper, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-32

Denomination: Baptist

Healthy Independence-9

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 27, 2020

9 of ? The prophet Jeremiah contrasted two major aspects of Independence—Independence from God versus independence from the world. Dependence upon YHWH brings independence from worldly influence. How can I be independent of worldly influence? A Healthy Independence Engages...

HEALTHY INDEPENDENCE-IX—Jeremiah 17:11(:1-14) Attention: The following was written by a pastor describing one of his experiences... I love children. I love being around them & watching them play. Once in a while, I get it into my head to give a children's sermon. Even though I know I ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:11, Jeremiah 17:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Real Faith Will Sow Peace Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Apr 1, 2021

Real Faith Will Sow Peace Series: Real Faith (Book of James) Brad Bailey – October 25, 2020

Real Faith Will Sow Peace Series: Real Faith (Book of James) Brad Bailey – October 25, 2020 Intro Hey everybody. I’m so glad you are joining in today. I think we tend to underestimate how much significance there is in showing up itself. It’s been said that “all success begins with showing up.” ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational