Sermons on Denying Gods Word:

A Matter Of Interpretation Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 5, 2014

In this sermon, we discuss the things we have to contend with that make interpreting the Bible challenging, then we discuss a method for interpretation, including the matter of the silence of Scripture.

Introduction: A. How many of you enjoyed Jay Leno’s “Headlines” segment on the Tonight Show? 1. Let’s begin with some actual headlines collected from local, national, and international newspapers that are rather ambiguous. a. It’s clear what the writer was trying to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Matter Of Interpretation Series

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 25, 2019

The Bible is the amazing word of God, but it is not always easy to understand or apply the Bible. God wants us to correctly handle His word, and so we must learn how to interpret it and apply it to our lives.

Introduction: A. How many of you used to enjoy Jay Leno’s “Headlines” segment on the Tonight Show? 1. Let’s begin with some actual headlines collected from newspapers that are rather ambiguous. 2. It’s clear what the writer was trying to say, but in each case there is a humorous interpretation of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15, 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Fisherman Of Men PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

The main point of this sermon is that true fulfillment, satisfaction, and peace come from God alone, who offers us eternal life through belief in Jesus, the Bread of Life.

Good morning, family. Today, we're going to dive into some deep waters. We're going to talk about the power of God's Word, the call to follow Jesus, and living off the Bread of Life. I'm reminded of a quote by C.S. Lewis, who said, "God cannot give us happiness and peace apart from Himself because ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-35

Topics: The Word

The People Rested On The Words Of The King

Contributed by Teddy Walker on Mar 11, 2010

Rested on the words of God

THE PEOPLE RESTED ON THE WORDS OF THE KING 2 Chron 32:1-23 1 After these things, and the establishment thereof, Sennacherib king of Assyria came, and entered into Judah, and encamped against the fenced cities, and thought to win them for himself. 2 And when ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 32:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Corner Stone Of The Word

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 4, 2019

After revealing the Word was eternal and enduring, Peter challenged the church to abide in the Word - both the written Word and the Living Word.

The Corner Stone of the Word 1 Peter 2: 1-8 We have considered much within the first chapter of Peter’s first epistle. It has been quite encouraging, enlightening, and challenging. We have been reminded of who we are in Christ and some of the responsibilities associated with a proper relationship ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Words Of Encouragement In Discouraging Days

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Aug 27, 2012

Compares the condition of Israel; to that of the US, and how God encouraged Isaiah before sending him out.

A WORD OF ENCOURAGEMENT FOR DISCOURAGING DAYS In many ways, the prophet Isaiah would feel right at home in our days. In chapter 2 of his book, he talks about the days when God will physically rule on the earth, when men beat their swords into plow shears and there is peace in the land. I too ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Open Your Bible To: Well...anywhere

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Feb 2, 2005

...and you’ll find at least 8 things. [w/ illustrations, scripture, humor] Can easily be a brief devotional or expounded upon at length. Link included to website w/ free Powerpoint for this and hundreds more!

Open Your Bible (anywhere you want!) You’ll find at least 8 things the Bible provides: Just flop it open wherever you like, you’re sure to find at least one of them!...something you need! Ill.—“Luckydipping” [practice of flopping Bible open at random] I did this my 7th grade year and God gave me ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:45

Denomination: Baptist

Leper (If It Be Thy Will)

Contributed by Tony Abram on Aug 28, 2010

In this short outline we point out that only one man in the Bible questioned if it was the 'Will of God' for Jesus to heal him. We will try to give a very plausible reason for this and also the importance of the Word of God.

LEPER (IF IT BE THY WILL) Luke 5:12-15 (KJV) 12 And it came to pass, when he was in a certain city, behold a man full of leprosy: who seeing Jesus fell on his face, and besought him, saying, Lord, if thou wilt, thou canst make me clean. 13 And he put forth his hand, and touched him, saying, I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:12-15

The Disciple's Manual

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 16, 2014

A manual details what is given and what is required, explains how to put the presented information into practice, and instructs how to solve problems as they occur. God has given His disciples a manual called the Holy Bible, a guide for life.

The Disciple's Manual 2 Timothy 3:16-17 A manual as a comprehensive and step-by-step guide on a particular topic for both beginners and experienced practitioners that also serves as a reference book. A manual details what is given and what is required, explains how to put the presented information ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

A Scholar Becomes A Saint Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 23, 2014

Insight & purity [holiness] result from being "Made Wise By The Word." May we too meditate on God's Word throughout the day and grow in understanding & wisdom.

PSALM 119: 97-104 [The Ministry of The Word Series] MADE WISE BY THE WORD [or A SCHOLAR BECOMES A SAINT] How should we live? Where is the guide to life? Every new car comes with an owner's manual. But where is the owner's manual for us? The psalmist answers in this section that the owner's ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:97-104

Denomination: Baptist

"Do This To Remember Me" Lord's Supper 3rd Quarter 2016

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Sep 28, 2016

Lord's supper service- how we remember

Lord’s Supper service 3rd quarter – September 2016 “Do this to remember me” Psalm 66 John 1:7 Matthew 7:12 James 2:14-20 Luke 23:42-43 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 Remembering is an important part of being a human being and it is also an important part of being a follower of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 66:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Jesus Right (John 1:1-18) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 1, 2022

Who is Jesus, fully, really?

Everything for humans depends on getting Jesus right. We have to understand who Jesus is. What he came for. What he accomplished. And what he wants. If we get this wrong, we end up outside of God's kingdom, looking in. We end up darkness. We perish. But if we get all of this right, and ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Remembering The Lessons From James Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 11, 2021

In this concluding sermon from the series on James, we summarize the main lessons from James that we want to be sure to remember and to put into practice.

Introduction: A. Today as we conclude our sermon series on the letter of James, I want us to do a unique review of the book. 1. First, we will look at an 8 minute video summary created by a nonprofit called BibleProject, and then I will share a list of the lessons from James that I hope we will ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Dedication Of Faith

Contributed by John Harper on Feb 3, 2009

As we obey God’s Word in faith we must embrace our destiny. To embrace your destiny means to deny yourself and follow Jesus.

“The Dedication of Faith” Hebrews 11:23-29 January 18, 2009 Pastor John L. Harper Warden Assembly of God Introduction: WHERE’S YOUR FAITH? Television interviewer and journalist Larry King describes three farmers who gather daily in a field during a horrible drought. The men are down on their ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:23-29

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sermon # 48 - Words Of Authority Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Aug 28, 2025

God has bestowed authority to human beings whom He has created in His own image. This authority was exercised by many men of God all through the bible. However, Jesus was the perfect one whose authority astounded everyone who met or heard Him.

Today’s meditation is based on Numbers 22:6, “They outnumber us, so please come and put a curse on them for me. Then perhaps we will be able to defeat them and drive them out of the land. I know that when you pronounce a blessing, people are blessed, and when you pronounce a curse, they are placed ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 22:6, Numbers 22:8, Numbers 22:18, 1 Kings 17:1, 1 Kings 17:5, 1 Kings 17:7-10, 1 Samuel 3:19, 1 Samuel 8:7, 1 Samuel 16:1, 1 Samuel 16:4, Mark 1:22, Mark 1:27, John 5:30, Mark 4:3-4, Acts 13:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other