Sermons on demands for proof:

The Long Reach Of God's Grace Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 7, 2009

The Gospel Paul preached was not of human conception but it came to him directly from God. Now that’s an astounding claim to make, a claim which demanded some kind of proof. Paul provides this proof by pointing to himself.

GALATIANS 1:11-17 THE LONG REACH OF GOD’S GRACE Paul’s theme is that the Gospel he preached to man was not of human conception, nor was it a second-hand tale; no it came to him directly from God. Now that’s an astounding claim to make, a claim which demanded some kind of proof. Paul ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Love Does Not Demand Its Own Way

Contributed by William Baeta on Nov 6, 2002

“Love is very patient and kind, never jealous or envious, never boastful or proud, never haughty or selfish or rude. Love does not demand its own way” 1 Cor. 13:4-5.

Theme: Love does not demand its own way Text: 1 Cor. 13:4-7 True love does not demand its own way. This love does not seek to gain but to give. It is a love that is concerned about meeting the need of the other person. This love is only possible when God is in control of your lives. It is this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Demand And Supply - Hunger Games - Part 3 Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jul 24, 2012

Hunger . . . we avoid it. We refuse to indure it. We have allowed this fight to stomp out hunger to seep into our spiritual lives!

The Hunger Games – Pt. 1 Demand and Supply Text: Mark 8:1-8 At about this same time he again found himself with a hungry crowd on his hands. He called his disciples together and said, "This crowd is breaking my heart. They have stuck with me for three days, and now they have nothing to eat. If I ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Love Does Not Demand Its Own Way!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Sep 23, 2018

There are two basic attitudes in this world - those who insist upon their privileges, & those who remember their responsibilities.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: 1 Corinthians 13:5; 1 Samuel 25:36-38 ILL. Somebody took the time to talk with a bunch of kids about their ideas concerning "love," & here are some of their ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:5, 1 Samuel 25:36-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Love Does Not Demand Its Own Way Series

Contributed by William Baeta on Dec 31, 2019

“Love is very patient and kind, never jealous or envious, never boastful or proud, never haughty or selfish or rude. Love does not demand its own way”. (1 Cor. 13:4-5)

Introduction: Beloved, Senam and Esinam, at every Christian marriage celebration God reveals His nature and His plan for the family. Marriage follows a pattern that God Himself established at the beginning of human history. God’s plan is to create man in His image and likeness, with authority ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Holiness Demanded By God’s Own Character

Contributed by Robert Tarasiak on Sep 9, 2023

"A holy life will make the deepest impression. Lighthouses blow no horns, they just shine." - D.L. Moody.

1 Peter Series Part 4 Sub Series: A Demand for Holiness” (1:13 – 2:3) Title: “A Holiness Demanded by God’s Own Character” Text: 1 Peter 1:13-16 INTRO: HOLINESS? WHAT IS HOLINESS? I. A holy life will make the deepest impression. Lighthouses blow no horns, they just shine. II. D.L. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What If Jesus Did Rise From The Dead

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Apr 19, 2020

A sermon on the resurrection, including some apologetic proofs of the resurrection.

What if Jesus DID Rise from the Dead An Easter Sermon Chuck Sligh April 19, 2020 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives. TEXT: 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:14-15, 1 Corinthians 15:17

Denomination: Baptist

Waiting To See

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Aug 19, 2023

It is not reasonable for us, like Thomas, to insist on seeing Jesus' wounds for ourselves before we believe; We have clouds of witnesses whose lives proclaim the truth of their words. What more do we need?

Not too long ago I had some serious computer problems. I took my printer in to be repaired only to be told that it was a software problem. So I downloaded new installation software off of the Internet only to find that in doing so I had messed up my operating system. I tried to reinstall the ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Is There Direct Evidence That Proves The Historicity Of Jesus?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jun 9, 2024

You may not like the answer....

You may not like the answer, but it is - NO! There is no direct empirical evidence (i.e., primary or reliable secondary sources) or absolute proof that Jesus existed. Unfortunately, to the chagrin of atheists and agnostics, there is no audio or video evidence of any person alive today who was there ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:2, Hebrews 6:18, 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

#12~ Nine~ Bible Number Meanings

Contributed by William D. Brown on Jan 9, 2012

As we look into the meaning of Bible number meanings, it will be evident that only God could do such a marvelous thing, it will cause our faith in God to increase. The sceptics and unbelievers can not explain away these solid facts, praise be too our Grea

#12~ NINE~ BIBLE NUMBER MEANINGS 1-7-12 Today we’ll continue with the meaning of Bible number, and today the number is NINE. Nine is found 133 times in our KJ Bible. The number NINE speaks of FINALITY or DIVINE COMPLETENESS FROM THE ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Transfiguration

Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 14, 2015

I believe the Transfiguration took place, because God the Father wanted to answer the question: Definitely - once and for all, “Who is Jesus?”

8/30/2005 The Transfiguration Matthew 17:1-17:13 Story: A man was arraigned for murder in Los Angeles about 60 years ago. It was a difficult case with a lot of circumstantial evidence. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Testimony Of God Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jul 9, 2016

1) the Particulars of the Father’s testimony to the Son (1 John 5:6–9), 2) the Purpose of that testimony (1 John 5:11), 3) The Response to God's Testimony (1 John 5:10, 12).

There is a group of people that claim to be the witnesses of God, they even call themselves Jehovah's Witnesses. And they claim to be propagating the truth that God wants revealed. They claim to be echoing the witness of God. But the truth that God once revealed, the true witness of Jehovah God ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:6-12

Denomination: Other

What Happened Next

Contributed by J.d. Tutell on May 3, 2011

Between His resurrection and ascension Jesus made several appearances, proving what He did, teaching what it meant, and showing forgiveness before He went home.

Last Sunday was Easter Morning, people all over the world gathered to celebrate the resurrection of Christ and all that means to us. Today I want to talk about what happened next. Because usually in church we go from talking about Jesus resurrection, Easter, to Jesus Ascension into Heaven, which ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Seeing Is Believing (Part One)

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Apr 20, 2020

This is part one of a two part series on the resurrection appearances to Mary and the disciples.

SEEING IS BELIEVING (part one) JOHN 20:1-18 In September, 1938, a man who lived on Long Island ordered an expensive barometer. When it arrived he was extremely disappointed to find that the dial was stuck; it pointed to “Hurricane.” This can't be right; hurricanes don't happen around here. ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18, Psalm 34:18, Galatians 3:26-27, Mark 16:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

James The Slave Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Sep 28, 2020

How do you know for sure that the Bible is reliable? How can I be sure that what I believe is really true? This message summarizes some of the most compelling evidence.

James the Slave Suffering, Tests, and Temptation James 1:1 8-17-2014 James 1:1 James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes scattered among the nations: Greetings. Introduction: Doubt Today we begin a study of the book of James, which is a letter that ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1