Sermons on Biblical Deborah:

Rule Breakers?

Contributed by Thomas Wilson on Aug 17, 2011

A general sermon - not too deep on the relationship of rule breakers and our Biblical heroes and Jesus Christ.

And so from last week, the essence of the message that I delivered is quite simple, there are times you can be between the rock and the hard place, not through your choice, not through your own actions but you’re there because of a course of actions that others have taken. Our lives are ...read more

Denomination: Congregational

The Point Of Prophecy Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Aug 26, 2015

The point of prophecy is to point us toward God. The point of Daniel's prophecy isn't necessarily profound but it is very practical. No matter what happens go you way until the end. It is a call to be faithful in the face of all circumstances in Christ

Intro: When we began this study on Daniel you were encouraged that because God is in control you can live righteously or Godly in this wicked world. You should also remember that the prophecies were written not to satisfy your curiosity but to strengthen your faith. God is in control and ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 12:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Rules For Engagement Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Sep 2, 2015

The Story Chapter 5.

Rules For Engagement New Commands and a New Covenant The Story – Chapter 5 Video Bumper… Maple Grove… WELCOME to chapter 5 of The Story, ‘New Commands And A New Covenant…’ A conversation I am calling ‘Rules For Engagement.” AND LISTEN – if ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Loving God's Word Is The Path To The Full Life Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Oct 16, 2014

The Word is Your Life, part 4 Loving God's Word is the Path to the Full Life Psalm 1 1. Saturate Myself With the Word for a Fruitful Life (v. 3) 2. Saturate Myself With the Word by Meditating on the Word (v. 2)

The Word is Your Life, part 4 Loving God's Word is the Path to the Full Life Psalm 1 David Taylor September 28, 2014 We are in the fourth of our five week fall series, “The Word is Your Life,” to help us see and feel the necessity of making the word central in our lives. We started by ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:2-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

21st Century Captives

Contributed by Alfred Beck on Aug 11, 2015

Message about Biblical Finance

21st Century Captives Psalm 102:18-22 Matthew 6:16-24 Jesus said, “I have come to seek and to save the lost.” He said, “I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners.” And in the church today, we acknowledge that there are times when we lose ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Is Foundational Series

Contributed by Harold Jenkerson on Feb 18, 2016

The triune God is foundational for developing an understanding of man. On the individual level there is a corresponding image and likeness to the Father, Son, and the Holy Spirit.

5. Triune God is Foundational “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ … He made us accepted in the Beloved … you were sealed with the Holy Spirit” (Eph 1:3-14). The triune God is the context of the message of the Bible. It is the first context. The second ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Baptist

How To Handle Offenses Series

Contributed by Harold Jenkerson on Feb 21, 2016

In order for the church to grow numerically and spiritually it must know how to handle offenses. The one offending may not know that they have offended. The one offending might need to know how to walk in the fruit of the Spirit.

02/21/16 How to Handle Offenses Scripture: Matthew 18:15-22 Theme: Offenses Focus: How to handle offenses. Point: If we do not handle our offenses correctly, we will destroy our church. Illustration: When the doctor diagnoses you with cancer, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-22

Denomination: Baptist

Transformed By Truth: Biblical Literacy In A Post-Literate Age 2 Timothy 3:16-17 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 19, 2024

As we navigate a world saturated with digital media and rapid information consumption, the importance of understanding and engaging with God's Word remains paramount. Let us explore how we can cultivate biblical literacy to be transformed by God's eternal truth.

Transformed by Truth: Biblical Literacy in a Post-literate Age 2 Timothy 3:16-17 Introduction: Today, we delve into a vital topic that resonates deeply in our modern context – biblical literacy in a post-literate age. As we navigate a world saturated with digital media and rapid information ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Psalm 119:105, Proverbs 30:5, Romans 12:2, Ephesians 4:14, Joshua 1:8, Hebrews 4:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Is Baptism By Immersion Required For Salvation?

Contributed by Dennis King on Jul 29, 2018

Though the New Testament contains no explicit instructions on how to administer Baptism, the Greek word baptizo means "to immerse. Herein is a brief history of baptism before and after "sprinkling" became acceptable by many Churches.

Baptism is the public acceptance of Jesus and adoption into His fold, both by action of the Holy Spirit and by man's symbolic use of water. All too often Baptism is a stated requirement to join into a particular church denomination as opposed a public showing of a bond between a new believer and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17, Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Place And Purpose Of The Bible Series

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 18, 2019

In this sermon, we explore questions like: how and when was the canon of the Bible put together, what is biblical authority, and how do we know that the Bible is the Word of God?

Introduction: A. The story is told of a collector of rare books who encountered a man and began to talk about books. 1. The man told the collector that he had just thrown away an old Bible that he found in a dusty, old box and he mentioned that “Guten-somebody-or-other” had printed the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Psalm 119:72, 2 Timothy 2:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

So, You Want To Get Baptized

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Mar 27, 2018

The seeker is hungry to understand Scripture. With the explanation, seeks to go deeper and be baptized. Like this reading, it need not be complicated nor by some rigid ritual; it may be spontaneous and thereby even more meaningful.

Mid-week Message/Devotion March 28, 2018 Reading: Acts 8:26-40 So, You Want to Get Baptized This to me, this is one of the most enjoyable readings in the New Testament. It sets an example for us that is extremely vivid. Let me first narrate a modern day parallel story based upon personal ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We Preach Christ Not Ourselves

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 1, 2018

How are we to understand the New Testament? Are some of its instructions now irrelevant to us? Should we preach ourselves, our denomination, or popular opinion which contradicts the New Testament?

Prelude How are we to understand the New Testament? Are some of its instructions now irrelevant to us? Should we preach ourselves, our denomination, or popular opinion which contradicts the New Testament? Purpose: Let’s examine the popular notion that we can ignore or reinterpret clear New ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:5-12

Denomination: Baptist

Servants Of The Word

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 4, 2019

Luke says we're to be "servants" of the Word, not be critics of it or think we're over it. WHY? Because the Word of God is Divine/Eternal, because it's superior to us, and because it is the final authority. The Bible is the embodiment of knowledge and truth.

SERVANTS OF THE WORD Luke 1:1-4 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: PEOPLE THINK THEY KNOW THE BIBLE 1. Did you hear the story about the lady who was talking to her friend and brought up the Bible. Her friend said, “Oh don’t start trying to tell to me about the Bible; my parents had me read it every day. I’m ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-4, 2 Timothy 3:16, Hebrews 4:12, 2 Peter 1:20-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Think About These Things Series

Contributed by Jason Grubbs on Jan 18, 2020

We pick what we ponder and what we ponder, we practice. We must think Biblically.

Think About These Things Phil 4:8 8 Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. The capacity of the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8-9

Vaccination Application 4.0 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Feb 25, 2021

To guard against the encroaching effects of the sin in the world, we must truly learn about the nature of God so we can emulate Him.

There are a couple of big questions on the minds of many people: Do I or don't I get the vaccination? And if I am going to get the vaccination, when? The question becomes more complex when a person is frail for one reason or another. Then there is the matter of believing in the science and the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:10-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational