Sermons on Context Of The Text:

Counting The Blessing Of Hope

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Nov 29, 2025

This sermon is about the blessing of hope in times of trouble and despair on this side of grave and the hope that inspires us after death. What does Jeremiah 29:11 actually mean in its context.

Counting Every Blessing: The Blessing of Hope Jeremiah 29:1-13 and 1 Peter 1:3-5 We are in part 4 of the series Counting Every Blessing. I have been assigned the Blessing of hope. Hope is a very strange word in the English language because it has so many different levels of confidence ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:1-13, 1 Peter 1:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Person Of Jesus Christ PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

Explore the person and power of Jesus in the context of the Kingdom of God, and how we can live in this Kingdom with Jesus as our guide, focusing on righteousness, peace, and joy rather than worldly concerns.

Good morning, church family! Today, we will be diving into a profound and empowering message from the book of Romans. Specifically, we're going to unpack Romans 14:17-20 and explore three themes: Jesus: His Person and the Kingdom Style of a Woman, The Power of Jesus' Person in the Kingdom, and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:17-20

Topics: Woman, Kingdom Style

When The Going Gets Tough Series

Contributed by Lonnie Erwin on Nov 18, 2015

As we begin our study of it is important to see the context in which this book was written. The New Testament mentions 4 men who have the inspired scriptures included within its pages. Other than the Gospel writers.

Big Idea: As we begin our study of it is important to see the context in which this book was written. The New Testament mentions 4 men who have the inspired scriptures included within its pages. Other than the Gospel writers, the New Testament mentions at least four men named James: (1) the son of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

An Invitation To Fulfillment Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 21, 2005

Explores context and content of Jesus’ invitation: "If anyone is thirsty, let him come to me and drink. 38 Whoever believes in me, as the Scripture has said, streams of living water will flow from within him."

An Invitation to Fulfillment Fortifying the Foundations # 18 John 7:37-8:1[1] 10-19-03 Turn with me this morning to Lev 23:39-43 39 "’So beginning with the fifteenth day of the seventh month, (that is about this time of the year—in fact, today is the first day of the Feast of Tabernacles or ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

Seven Things That God Does Not Know

Contributed by Ronnie Thrower on Jul 24, 2001

Now before you Question what I am about to do, would you consider them first and I will show you without taking scripture out of context and see what the outcome is.

Seven Things That God Does Not Know! Text: I John 3:20; Acts 15:18; John 21:15-17 Introduction: In these three passages we find that God knows all things. Would you agree with me this morning that God is omniscient? In other words let’s say that God is infinite in knowledge! Maybe we ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:20, Acts 15:18

Denomination: Baptist

The Benefits Of Righteousness

Contributed by Jeff Steele on Oct 18, 2000

Paul has concluded his argument about faith and righteousness we read in this morning’s text.

Paul has concluded his argument about faith and righteousness we read in this morning’s text. Now, he pushes forward with the benefits of faith-producing righteousness. Note that the text begins with the word, “Therefore” which we could read, “As you can plainly see.” He continues, “...since we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Experiencing Hope Expressing Hope

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Jun 16, 2005

This text is troubling because it doesn’t seem to connect, but when you dig in it has a beautiful message of praying for the nations.

Experiencing Hope/Expressing Hope (Mark 11:1-24) Sometimes we have a conception that people who approach life in a lighthearted manner don’t take things seriously enough. We often believe that they don’t care about things, that they have a kind of laize faire approach toward life, that they have ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Commandment (Maundy) Thursday Wesley Umc Lake City South Carolina

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Apr 7, 2015

Maundy Thursday or Commandment Thursday is a celebration of the commandment of Jesus to love one another so when looking at the Matthew 25 text there should be no confusion for the Christian as to how the two texts are related to each other.

Sermon Topic: Commandment Thursday text Matt: 25:41-46 and John 13:34 Matthew 25:41-46 New Revised Standard Version (NRSV) The Judgment of the Nations 41 Then he will say to those at his left hand, ‘You that are accursed, depart from me into the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:41

Denomination: United Methodist

Jesus Is The Way Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 6, 2022

Although we should be concerned about how we live in this life, the most important concern is the way to God and thus heaven; Jesus is that way.

Jesus is the Way (John 14:1-11) 1. Misunderstandings happen all the time. Here are some: My toddler was about to hit her head on a bar at the playground, so I told her to duck. She quacked at me and then hit her head. A guy ran into a service station and said he needed some 710. They had no ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-11, Hebrews 1:1-3, Acts 4:12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Recipe For Living Water

Contributed by Gordan Runyan on Aug 18, 2001

Seven steps toward receiving the promised Living Water, gleaned from the text.

A RECIPE FOR LIVING WATER Read John 4:5-26 [Thematic Statement]: “Jesus promises the Samaritan woman living water. Today, by the preaching of His word and the powerful operation of His Spirit, He promises that living water to you as well. Will you take it? Will you drink it in and finally, ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Within And Without The Veil

Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000

A: INTRODUCTION This week's study will focus on one portion of a rather large text.

A: INTRODUCTION This week's study will focus on one portion of a rather large text. All are encouraged to read chapters 9-12 of Joshua this week. Before turning our attention to the specific text verses this morning, let us consider briefly the historic content of these chapters. 1. Chapter 9 ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 9:1

Like Father, Like Son

Contributed by Quintin Marrow on Oct 18, 2000

TEXT SUMMARY: The children of God, who have been adopted by grace (Gal.

TEXT SUMMARY: The children of God, who have been adopted by grace (Gal. 4:4-7), have been given incredible privileges; as a result of their new birth (John 3:3), God's children purify themselves from wickedness and strive to conform their lives to that of Christ's. OUTLINE OF THE PASSAGE: I. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-8

The Scripturally Called Deacon

Contributed by Lee Graham on Oct 18, 2000

THE SCRIPTURELY CALLED DEACON Text: Acts 6:1-6; 1 Tim.

THE SCRIPTURELY CALLED DEACON Text: Acts 6:1-6; 1 Tim.3:8-13 I. WHAT CHRIST HAS ESTABLISHED˜Acts 6:1-7 A. The Church B. The Congregation II. WHAT THE CHURCH EXPRESSED˜Acts 6:1 A. The Controversy B. The Council C. The Correction III. WHAT CHRISTIANS SHOULD EXPECT˜1 Tim 3:8-13 A. From the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-6

Count The Cost

Contributed by Mark Haines on Mar 3, 2001

A deductive exposition of the text with illustrations challenging people to count the cost of following Jesus.

Text: Luke 14:1—35 Title: Count the Cost Series: Lent 2001 Topic: Christian Living/Discipleship Theme: Cost of following Jesus Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness challenging God’s people in my care to count the true cost of following Jesus. Response: Individuals will fill out cards ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-35

Denomination: Wesleyan

Some Lessons From A Seasoned Veteran

Contributed by Dallas Mcgill on Jun 1, 2002

Every preacher can have a fulfilling ministry by adhering to the instructions listed this text.

Title: Some Lessons from a Seasoned Veteran Subject: Ministry Theme: Fulfilling Your Ministry Proposition: Every Preacher can have a fulfilling ministry Trans: by adhering to the instructions listed by Paul in II Timothy 4:1-8 Keyword: Instructions Text: II Timothy 4:1-8 I. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-8

Denomination: Baptist