Sermons about Contending For Truth

The Reality Of Truth

Contributed by Jim Kane on Apr 22, 2004

based on 25 ratings

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Truth is real.

A. Introduction: Dialogue introduction to “Pilate and His Wife” in the Lenten Series, “Overheard: Conversations by the Cross” written by Arden W. Mead. Copy written by Creative Communication for the Parish, 1983. B. “Dialogue” between Pilate and His Wife. C. Remarks “What is truth?” Is it merely ...read more

Scripture: John 18:28-40

Denomination: Church Of God

Truth And Consequences

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Feb 12, 2003

based on 74 ratings

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Zephaniah makes it clear that there is are consequences for the sin of leaving God out of our lives.

TRUTH AND CONSEQUENCES “Woe to her who is rebellious and defiled, the oppressive city! She heeded no voice; she accepted no instruction. She did not trust in the Lord; she did not draw near to her God.” Zephaniah 3:1-2 THE TRUTH CONCERNING THE SPIRITUAL CONDITION OF JERUSALEM IN ZEPHANIAH’S ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:1-2, Zephaniah 3:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Nothing But The Truth

Contributed by Mike Spain on Feb 20, 2003

based on 18 ratings

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Here is a teaching on the importance of truth and how God DETESTS lies. There’s even an eye opener in regards to the character of God and lies.

NOTHING BUT THE TRUTH When a witness in a court of law takes the stand, he or she makes a solemn pledge to “tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth” • Not to dilute the truth • Not to expand on the truth • Not to interpret the truth • Just to tell the plain truth At least ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8, Galatians 4:25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love The Truth Series

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 16, 2001

based on 57 ratings

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First in series on the "Little Guys," those books of Scripture that don’t get as much talk from the pulpits.

Love the Truth 2 John October 7, 2001 Introduction As I was praying about what God would have me cover over the next few weeks before entering the Christmas season, I was impressed with the idea that we should spend some time in what I call “the little guys,” or small books of the Bible that get ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:1-13

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Truth Matters Series

Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Apr 25, 2001

based on 120 ratings

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To call people to discover or re-discover absolute truth. I talk about why truth matters and what happens when people don’t live their lives under the banner of truth.

The Truth Matters 4-28-01 New Community Church By Lynn Floyd “Jesus said, ‘My kingdom is not of this world. If it were, my servants would fight to prevent my arrest by the Jews. But now my kingdom is from another place. You are a king, then!” said Pilate. Jesus answered, “You are right in saying ...read more

Scripture: John 18:36-37

Denomination: Baptist

The Unvarnished Truth

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 15, 2002

based on 13 ratings

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Scriptural support in setting forth Jesus Christ as the only Savior and how the hindrances to faith can be overcome.

THE UNVARNISHED TRUTH "He who believes in the Son has everlasting life; and he who does not believe the Son shall not see life, but the wrath of God abides on him." John 3:36 I. THERE IS ONLY ONE WAY TO BE SAVED! "Jesus said to him, ’I am the way, the truth, and the life. ...read more

Scripture: John 3:36

Denomination: Baptist

Nothing But The Truth

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000

based on 65 ratings

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What we need today is not cleverness, but the truth of God.

"Nothing But The Truth" 2 Peter 1:12-21 There is a prominent question that is looming in the minds and hearts of Americans today. It doesn't have anything to do with the stock market, who will win the NCAA basketball crown, or if the movie "Star Wars" will meet everyone's expectations. You will ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:12-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Back To The Truth

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

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1. Golfer Payne Stewart and 5 others boarded the Learjet in Orlando for a flight to Dallas.

1. Golfer Payne Stewart and 5 others boarded the Learjet in Orlando for a flight to Dallas. They ended up a thousand miles north of their destination, crashing near Aberdeen, South Dakota. The eerie things is that for four hours the plane was on autopilot and those on board were not aware of what ...read more

Scripture: John 18:33-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Resisting The Truth

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Mar 21, 2003

based on 11 ratings

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Religion hung Jesus on a cross. It is time to stop and ask the question, "Is the Holy Spirit in our churches or is religion our God?"

March 23, 2002 Morning Service Text: John 11:45-57 Subject: Unbelief Title: Resisting the Truth I’m proud to be from Missouri. The nickname, "The Show-Me State" has always had a lot of meaning to me. I don’t think that it refers to a state full of doubting Thomases. On the contrary, I think it ...read more

Scripture: John 11:45-57

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Is The Truth?

Contributed by John Nadasi on Mar 21, 2003

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This sermon is written during the first week of the second war with Iraq. Our nation and the world is deeply divided over the facts of why this conflict is here. I maintain that truth is eternal and the truth behind this conflict will emerge with time.

John 2:13-22 Paonia United Methodist Church March 23, 2002 Folks, let me start off by being as transparent as possible with you. I have really struggled with what to say to you today. I have struggled because I believe that the church has to be Relevant to the world outside… And right now, ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-25

Denomination: Methodist

Truth And Consequences

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Mar 30, 2003

based on 76 ratings

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Our attitude in giving is more important than the amount. If we’re giving out of pride, to impress others, God isn’t impressed.

“Truth and Consequences” (Ananias & Sapphira) Acts 5:1-11 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts (Stewardship Sunday) Have you ever kept a gift that you intended to give away? You maybe had second thoughts and said to yourself, “Hey, this is pretty good; I ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Congregational

The God Of Truth

Contributed by Harold Orndorff on May 25, 2004

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Christians must fight a battle for truth - not just for "truths" but for the very idea and possibility of truth.

The God of Truth Ps. 31:1-5 As a campus minister, it is easy enough for me to see problems in our world today -- from individuals who are just not sure if there is any way to make sense of life to the "Gay and Lesbian Alliance." There is an almost endless list of people and groups without an ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 31:1-5, John 14:6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Truth Or Consequences Series

Contributed by Keith Walker on May 19, 2004

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A look at the 9th Commandment dealing with the source of lies, the seriousness of lying and the solution to lying.

INTRODUCTION A pastor announced one Sunday that next Sunday he was going to preach on lying. And as preparation for the message he wanted the congregation to read the 17th chapter of Mark. The next Sunday the preacher began by asking those who read the 17th chapter of Mark to raise their hands. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:16

Denomination: Baptist

Rejoicing In The Truth

Contributed by Cleavon Matthews Sr. on Jan 26, 2007

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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

If The Truth Be Known

Contributed by George Noble on Aug 11, 2007

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Do you know the Truth?

IF THE TRUTH BE KNOWN John 8:31-36 Many of us have some serious secrets. We have things in our history, and background that we want to just keep hidden. We don’t want no one to know about the time we did this or did that or when we acted like this or like that. Or the time we went somewhere we ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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