Sermons on contending for truth: showing 181-195 of 109,654

What Is Truth?

Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Mar 3, 2007

As he presides over Jesus’ trial, Pilate asks a poignant question. It is a question with which philosophers, orators and men of all walks of life have wrestled. It is a question that begs an answer. Let’s see what is truth and what is not truth.

As he presides over the trial of Jesus Christ, Pilate asks a poignant question. It is a question with which philosophers, orators and men of all walks of life have wrestled. It is a question that begs an answer, and many people have gone to extreme measures to find it. The question is, “What is ...read more

Scripture: John 18:37-38

Denomination: United Methodist

What Is Truth

Contributed by Paul Hammons on Mar 13, 2007

We have heard that truth is relative, what’s true for you may not be true for me, what’s true for Americans may not be true for Iraqi’s, what’s true for some religions may not be true for other religions.

What Is Truth; John 18:37-38 Two men had an argument. To settle the matter, they went to a judge to let him decide. The plaintiff made his case. He was very eloquent and persuasive in his reasoning. When he finished, the judge nodded in approval and said, "That’s right, that’s right." On hearing ...read more

Scripture: John 18:37-38

The Unpopular Truth

Contributed by Martin Odom on Dec 25, 2006

Using John the Baptist as a model, this sermon challenges us to become serious about making a meaningful difference in our neighborhood and community.

THE UNPOPULAR TRUTH MARK 1:1-11 There is an old gospel song we used to sing some of you may know it. I’m running for my life, I’m running for my life, I’m running for my life. ---If anybody asks you what’s the matter with me, just tell them I’m saved, sanctified, Holy Ghost filled, and fire ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

A New Truth Series

Contributed by Bruce Willis on Dec 29, 2006

This sermon is the first in a series of four entitled "Our Identity In Christ" which seeks to introduce persons to the importance of the idea of identity from the perspective of "The Exchanged Life."

Today I want to share with you “A New Truth” that God began teaching me in 2003 about living the Christian life after 26 years of trying to live it with God’s help. Of course, I have come to realize that trying to live the Christian life even with God’s help is doing it in the flesh. God never ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Determining Truth

Contributed by Bill Naugle on Jan 16, 2007

What is truth: John 17:17 “Sanctify them by Your truth. Your word is truth.” Jesus is talking about His teachings, instructions and commands which are taught in the whole Bible. The Bible is the Word of God and all of the scriptures are truth. The Scrip

Determine Truth What is truth: John 17:17 “Sanctify them by Your truth. Your word is truth.” Jesus is talking about His teachings, instructions and commands which are taught in the whole Bible. The Bible is the Word of God and all of the scriptures are truth. The Scriptures will determine ...read more

Scripture: John 17:17

Rejoicing In The Truth

Contributed by Cleavon Matthews Sr. on Jan 26, 2007

A positive response to truth results in rejoicing.

REJOICING IN THE TRUTH Acts 8:26-39 By Cleavon Matthews November 2004 INTRODUCTION It was a time of persecution against the church at Jerusalem. Stephen was stoned. The saints were scattered abroad. Saul was making havoc of the church. Those who were scattered went everywhere preaching the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Grounded In Truth Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Aug 24, 2004

Do you know what? We do the same thing. We say the same erroneous things to ourselves that the Jews did and we do not even realize it. We need to be grounded in truth with ourselves and with God.

GROUNDED IN TRUTH JOHN 8:31-41 INTRODUCTION... Was Popeye Right? By Karl Kruszelnicki’s abc.net.au/science 5-24-2001 The cartoon character Popeye is famous for eating spinach. Whenever he breaks open a can of spinach and eats it he gains enormous strength. Popeye was employed by the US ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Grace And Truth

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Sep 2, 2004

I want to expose Lucifer for who he is and what he is trying to do to God’s people.

The Word of God was sent to us in the form of a man. And His name was, and still is, none other than Jesus Christ. He is the living Word of God, the King of Kings and the Lord of Lords. We have come to God’s House to see Jesus as our Savior. But I also have a message the devil is not too ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 14:12-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Believe The Truth Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 3, 2004

This is the first of 14 sermons on building God’s church God’s way. I will use Bob Russell’s book, "When God Builds A Church" for inspiration

INTRODUCTION • Talk about revival. It is refreshing to see a young man with the convictions Stan has, he will be successful in God’s kingdom no matter where he is. • I believe the Auburn Christian Church is at a crossroads. I believe this church is on the verge of making an impact on this ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Speaking The Truth

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jan 1, 2004

The Bible is replete with directions about verbalizing truth, but it seems that many people are afraid of being accused of talking to themselves.There are numerous benefits that come from speaking the truth out loud that need to be considered and applied

Speaking the Truth - Eph. 4:15 Illustration: It is good to speak the truth out loud, even if it may be a bit late. My son Zachary, 4, came screaming out of the bathroom to tell me he’d dropped his toothbrush in the toilet. So I fished it out and threw it in the garbage. Zachary stood there ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Truth Or Consequences

Contributed by Larry Lasiter on Jan 23, 2004

Is there consequences for forgiven sin?

The evening began innocently. It was such a beautiful night the King decided to take a walk on the rooftop of his palace. Surely the stars would be shining magnificently on such a clear night. Many years earlier as a young shepherd boy, he spent many nights gazing at the vast expanse of the ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Truth Be Told Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jan 30, 2004

This message is the second in the series and deals with the importance of truth, both biblically to God and practically towards us.

THE TRUTH BE TOLD Col 2:4 Exodus 20:16 INTRODUCTION: Here is an interesting bit of information I came across -- One of the most telling examples is our view of truth. In the 1960s, 65 percent of Americans said they believed the Bible is true; today that figure has dropped to 32 percent. Even ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:4, Exodus 20:16

Denomination: Baptist

Truths That Transform

Contributed by Micah Fries on Feb 10, 2004

Looking at Colossians 3:12-14 and considering who we are in Christ and how that status/relationship should direcly affect each of us.

Illustration: "A religion that gives nothing, costs nothing, and suffers nothing, is worth nothing." Martin Luther 1. Our Identity in Christ (12a) a. Chosen by God Ephesians 1:4 2 Timothy 1:9 b. Changed by God Ephesians 1:4 ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Grace & Truth

Contributed by Ian Johnson on Aug 19, 2005

If we hear a message and feel as though we are unable to obtain in our current condition, we miss the most important truth. “That which Gods truth demands His grace provides”

Ian Johnson 18:08:2005 www.papelim.org.nz JOHN 1:14-17 14 And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we beheld His glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father, wfull of grace and truth. 15 John bore witness of Him and cried out, saying, “This was He of whom I said, ‘He who ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Battle For The Truth Series

Contributed by Darrell Tomasek on Aug 20, 2005

This is the opening sermon in a series through the book of Galatians that takes a close look at salvation.

The Battle for the Truth Galatians 1:1-10 1. The Authority of Paul (1) A. Not sent by man. B. Sent by Jesus Christ and God the Father. 2. The Gospel Basics (3-6) A. Christ gave himself for our sins. B. He will rescue us from this evil age. C. This was done according to the will of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist