Sermons on Bible Study Methods:

Develop Your Spiritual Muscles

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Aug 28, 2009

Develop Your Spiritual Muscles 1) Eat right. 2) Work out.

A while ago a friend shared with me some advice from his personal trainer. He said that if you want to build muscle, you need to work the muscles to exhaustion and eat right. No news flash there, I thought. But then my friend went on to explain exactly what that advice meant. Working your muscles ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

It’s Something I Really Don’t Want To Talk About!

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Jan 26, 2010

There are things we don't like talking about. Like, sex with our kids and money with our congregation. We might also add to that list death, hell and money. But even when we don't like talking about it we must preach the whole counsel of God.

Introduction – Fire Alarms and the Conscience Many electronic fire alarms have an internal switch triggered by a beam of light. As long as light is received unbroken by the photo-sensitive receiver, the detector is quiet. But if smoke or moisture or an insect obstructs the beam for even a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

No Understanding Series

Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Jul 1, 2007

Storms are a part of everyone’s life. we can stand unshaken if we are doers of the Word and have understanding of the Word.This is study 4

#4 Standing In the Storm There is a parable in Matt.7 and Luke 6 about two houses. One is built on a rock and another was built on sand. This is a great lesson about the way ALL PEOPLE face storms in life. One house stood while the other fell. This is the way people do when faced with all the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Book Of James In 11 Lesons Series

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Aug 9, 2007

This series of teachings covers the book of James, and is adaptable to adult of teen groups. It has been used with succes for both the adult Home Fellowships of Hosanna Church and the Grades 9 & 10 Bible class of Oxford Hills Christian Academy.

THE BOOK OF JAMES A BIBLE STUDY IN 11 LESSONS 2005: Pastor Eric J. Hanson 77 Oxford Street South Paris, ME 04281 207 890-5979 evenings 207 539-2295 daytimes ehanson1@verizon.net THE BOOKOF JAMES A HOME FELLOWSHIP STUDY Lesson 1: Introduction By Eric J. Hanson (Please look up ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Exorcizando, Prohibiendo, Cortando Y Salando

Contributed by Joel Mascobetto on Nov 9, 2011

Estudio en el capitulo 9 de San Marcos. Marcos 9:38 – 50

Marcos 9:38 – 50 – Exorcizando, prohibiendo, cortando y salando. Introducción: ¿Alguna vez te has preguntado - Qué un tipo de personas debe producir una iglesia? ¿Déjame repetirte esa pregunta, qué tipo de personas una iglesia produce? ¿La iglesia produce personas que le dan de beber ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-50

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Armies In The First Century

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Dec 29, 2011

This article was published in the Ft. Carson, CO Mountaineer newspaper.

BY CHAPLAIN (CAPTAIN) STEVEN W. SATTERFIELD 4TH SPECIAL TROOPS BATTALION, 4IBCT, 4ID, FORT CARSON, CO In May we celebrate the 234th birthday of the United States Army. Because of this I wanted to look at Biblical references to armies. The Old Testament references are too numerous to list here, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:7-8

Denomination: Vineyard

Experiencing The Joy And Power Of The Christian Life

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jan 15, 2012

How can we experience the joy and power of the Christian life like the early disciples?

Experiencing the Joy & Power of the Christian Life Acts 2:41-47 Slide Intro - Vacation Well, it is good to be back. My family and I had a great time on vacation to start the New Year off and it was a refreshing and relaxing time for us all. I am so glad, too, that you were also able to have a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Proverbs: Wisdom For Daily Living Series

Contributed by C Jordan on May 1, 2011

Getting wisdom is the most important thing you can do. This wisdom for daily living can be found in the Bible Book of Proverbs.

PROVERBS #1: WISDOM FOR DAILY LIVING OPENING SCRIPTURE: “Getting wisdom is the most important thing you can do! And whatever else you do, get good judgment. If you prize wisdom, she will exalt you. Embrace her and she will honor you.” (Proverbs 4:7-8, NLT). INTRO TO TOPIC: Socrates Wisdom Story A ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:7-8

Denomination: *other

An Unforgettable Moment Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on May 16, 2011

There are some events in our lives which are unforgettable. Such is the proclamation of Christ by Simon Peter at Caesarea Philippi. Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the Living God!

Now Jesus and His disciples went out to the towns of Caesarea Philippi; and on the road He kept on asking asked His disciples, saying to them, “Who do men say that I am?” So they answered, “John the Baptist; but some say, Elijah; and others, one of the prophets.” He said to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

An Inscription To The Prophecy

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Apr 3, 2010

The book of Revelation is all about the Person of the Lord Jesus Christ.

Intro: 1. I’m sure you have seen the comic strip, Family Circus. In one of them, the children are setting up their nativity set, little Dolly holds up the baby Jesus and declares, “Here’s the star of Bethlehem!” 2. The star of the Book of Revelation is Jesus Christ! It ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

The Real Heart Of The Matter Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 20, 2010

A study of chapter 7 verses 1 through 14

Zechariah 7: 1 – 14 The Real Heart Of The Matter 1 Now in the fourth year of King Darius it came to pass that the word of the LORD came to Zechariah, on the fourth day of the ninth month, Chislev, 2 when the people sent Sherezer, with Regem-Melech and his men, to the house of God, to pray ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 7:1-14

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Ehud

Contributed by Troy Richards on Dec 9, 2010

A look at the story of Ehud.

-before I begin today I have to make a disclaimer. Lorie has asked that it be known that she holds no responsibility for me picking this story. This was not her choice, this was all me, just so you all know, don’t blame her if you don’t like the story. -but today it’s my turn to ...read more

Scripture: Judges 3:12-30

Denomination: Methodist

Numbers Is The Name Of The Game Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jun 27, 2011

God’s use of numbers is intriguing and to understand them is to better understand His word. This message was developed after reading Dr. Rogers & Dr. Merritt and is very helpful for study.

Numbers is the Name of the Game Revelation 1:4, 20 * Years ago schools embraced a simple form of education which was jokingly referred to as the 3 R’s of learning; reading, ‘riting, & ‘rithmetic. Remembering this reminds me of a story which my dad tells and declares to be the truth. In rural ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:4-20

Denomination: Baptist

It's All About Jesus! Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Sep 24, 2009

With a world out of focus, we can focus on the Person of Christ.

It’s All about Jesus! Introduction – Focus There are many things people focus upon. Today, at the new Cowboy’s Stadium, there will be many who will focus on the trappings more than the team. Jerry Jones wants his team to win but he loves his $1.2 billion stadium! *After a heartbreaking loss, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Read And Heed Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Sep 26, 2011

The only parts of the Bible we believe are the parts we DO. As we read God's word with humility and awe (and a willingness to obey) we are transformed.

Kathleen Norris tells the story of a South Dakota rancher and his bride who received a leather-bound Bible as a wedding gift from the groom’s grandfather. They wrote a thank-you note and stowed the Bible away on a closet shelf, out of the way. As time passed, the grandfather repeatedly ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:3

Denomination: Congregational