Sermons on defined by scripture:

Triumphant Joy Defined Series

Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Mar 19, 2016

What is "Triumphant Joy" ?

INTRO: 1. The church at Philippi is apparently among Paul’s favorite churches. a. Paul’s ministry there started with a supernatural vision and saw God miraculously move in that area. b. Even after Paul had left them they supported him financially in his missionary ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:13-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Defines Faith Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jan 23, 2017

How would you define faith?

Let us continue to worship God by learning more from the Gospel of Mark. Open your Bibles there…. Remember that Mark was not one of the first 12 Disciples of Christ but became a useful minister with the Apostle Paul, who himself was not one of the first 12. Jesus started with 12 followers to expand ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-40

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Is Sin Defined?

Contributed by Pastor Aham Igbokwe on Feb 5, 2022

Exploring the origination, historicity, genres, and remedy to the malady called sin!

Sin Defined: Deut. 9:7, Joshua 14:12-15 Sin is rebellion against God. James 4:17 Sin is whosoever knows what is good but doesn’t do it. 1 John 3:4 Sin is lawlessness (chaos, disorder, unruliness, etc.). Historicity of Sin: Sin originated with Lucifer (back in heaven) - Isaiah 14:12-15 ? Satan owns ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:34, Romans 3:23, 1 John 3:4, Deuteronomy 9:7

Defined By Your Job?

Contributed by Boomer Phillips on Feb 17, 2022

Making work our priority can become a problem in our relationship with God and with our family. It can also develop into an issue with our self-worth should we ever experience problems in the workplace or the loss of a job.

Today’s sermon is for the men of our congregation; being that we had a Men’s Breakfast this morning. I would like to begin our message with a short sermon illustration. Author John Trent, in an article entitled “A Father’s Heart,” states, “Not long ago, my family and I had the privilege of going ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 47:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Defining The Kingdom Of Heaven Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 15, 2024

A parable "leaves the mind in sufficient doubt about its precise application to tease it into active thought

DEFINING THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN Series: The Parables Of Jesus Mathew 13:11. And He replied to them, To you it has been given to know the secrets and mysteries of the kingdom of heaven, but to them it has not been given. A. INTRODUCTION The parables of Jesus make up a crucial part of the Bible. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:11

Observing The Scripture Series

Contributed by Neal Gray on Jan 12, 2002

We can hear God through His Word. But, like learning the basics of how to read; we must learn the basics of how to hear what God is saying. The first major step is to osbserve what God says through the Scripture.

"Hearing God Through Bible Study" This Lesson: Reading the Bible, and Observing What the Scripture Says Author: Dr. Neal Gray Purpose: We can hear God through His Word. But, like learning the basics of how to read; we must learn the basics of how to hear what God is saying. The first major step is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-17

Denomination: Holiness

The Scriptures And The Eucharist

Contributed by William Baeta on Apr 12, 2002

“When He was at the table with them; He took bread, gave thanks, broke it and began to give it to them. Then their eyes were opened and they recognised Him.” Luke 24:30-31

Theme: The Scriptures and the Eucharist Text: Acts 2:14, 22-28; 1 Pet. 1:17-21; Lk. 24:13-35 Whenever we buy something new, we always find a manual with it. The manual is essential especially when we have no idea of how to set up and use the product. The manual explains and teaches us what ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Scriptural Authority

Contributed by Lindeal Greer on Nov 22, 2000

How Scriptural Authority is Established, allowing the Bible to divide itself.

How Scriptural Authority is Established Authority is the right to command or direct, enforce obedience or or administer punishment or reward. To authorize a thing is to empower to act, or direct by authority. In spiritual and in christian affairs, all authority comes from God. I. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:2, Acts 3:22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Practice Of Scripture Series

Contributed by Danny Williams on Dec 6, 2000

How to appy the word of God in your life

The Practice of Scripture Victory Temple A/G PO Box 911 Waco, Tx 76703 Pastor Danny Williams James 1:19-25 Tonight we are going to look at the third test James puts to the believer. The first was his response to trials (1:2-12) The second was his response to temptation (1:13-18) The third is his ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Celebration Of Scripture

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Sep 3, 2002

Four reasons why Christians celebrate the Bible as Scripture

Well with this being Labor Day weekend, this week I became interested in some of the more obscure holidays people celebrate in our culture. For instance, I found out that one community celebrates February 12 as "Darwin Day." March 22 is "National Goof Off Day." November 24 is "Buy Nothing ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:7-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living In Scripture Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 29, 2003

This is the 14th study in the study "Hope In The Darkness". This study looks at the importance of Scripture.

LIVING IN SCRIPTURE 2 Peter 1:12-21 As we have been studying, the Christian life begins with faith, faith should result in spiritual growth, and spiritual growth brings practical results. The only way one is going to experience spiritual growth is if they feed upon the Word of God. The text ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-17, 2 Peter 1:12-21

Denomination: Baptist

Scriptural Baptism

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Feb 16, 2005

Requirements for scriptural baptism

Scriptural Baptism Matthew 28:18-20 I.Historical Aspect of Water Baptism A.Baptism is first mentioned in the Bible in Matthew 3 B.John the Baptist, the forerunner of Christ, was preaching repentance toward God, then baptism after salvation. C.As John was baptizing in the Jordan River, Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Praying Scripture

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Aug 2, 2004

To discuss how we can use the example of Paul and others in Scripture to pray through Scriptures for ourselves and others

SBC Philippi am 8/1/04, Rev. Jeff Simms Praying the Scriptures Colossians 1:9-12 Primary Purpose: To examine how Paul prayed, so that we might pray according to God’s will for each other. There is a way of taking scripture and personalizing it in your prayers that I want to show you an example ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Scripture Inspried

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 16, 2005

The Scriptures, both the Old and New Testaments, are verbally inspired of God and are the revelation of God to man, the infallible, authoritative rule of faith and conduct.

The Scriptures, both the Old and New Testaments, are verbally inspired of God and are the revelation of God to man, the infallible, authoritative rule of faith and conduct. · 2 Timothy 3 15 And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:15-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Scriptures On Salvation

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Aug 28, 2001

Scriptures along with sinners prayer

Scriptures On Salvation John 6:47 Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me hath everlasting life. John 6:47 a [believeth on me] This expresses an act and a continued process. It could not be that one act of faith and no more will save the soul (Luke 8:13; 1 Tim. 1:19; 1 Tim. 4:1; ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:20

Denomination: Pentecostal