Sermons on Discerning Truth:

Responding To The Prophetic

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 11, 2013

Understanding the prophetic anointing

Responding To The Prophetic Confirm the word If a word of prophecy is given, especially if it is a major life changing one, make sure it is confirmed. Such confirmation could be another prophecy, a Scripture, or something similar which clearly reflects the will of God for you. Make sure that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:19-21

Denomination: Charismatic

Spiritual Gifts Round 1

Contributed by Jason Jones on Oct 31, 2011

Exposition of 1 Corinthians 12 regarding 4 of the 5 non-miraculous gifts in this text. Saving prophecy for later, and going to deal with the miraculous gifts (tongues, miracles, and healing) in a different sermon.

Text: 1 Cor 12:7-11, Title: Spiritual Gifts Round 1, Date/Place: NRBC, 10.29.11, AM A. Opening illustration: Slowly, the barber’s business began to dwindle. He just couldn’t compete. In a last ditch effort to save his business, he hired a business consultant. The consultant spent a day ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Enemies - Part 2 - Intelligence Training Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on May 6, 2010

Enemies . . . you have them. You need them. You must be aware of them and handle them correctly. Welcome to the fight!

Enemies Pt. 2 –Intelligence Training Text Backdrop for Series: Remember the backdrop I set up last week. There is a time for peace, but there is also a time for war. Joel declares that farmers should turn their farming instruments into weapons to prepare for battle. Paul says we shouldn’t be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:98

Denomination: Pentecostal

03. Hearing God's Voice (1 Samuel 3) Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Aug 27, 2025

Hearing God’s voice requires the same intentional tuning in. 1 Samuel 3 presents the powerful moment when young Samuel learns to hear the voice of God.

Hearing God’s Voice – The Calling of Samuel March 12, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship 1 Samuel 3 Introduction: Learning to Listen in a Noisy World In the early days of radio, the world marveled at the ability to send messages across vast distances. Yet, early broadcasts ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

The Battle Cry Of Love Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 22, 2026

Christ clarifies His expectation for the church in five ways, as seen in His examination of: 1) The Church (Revelation 2:1), 2) The Commendation (Revelation 2:2–3, 6), 3) The Concern (Revelation 2:4), 4) The Command (Revelation 2:5), and 5) The Counsel (Revelation 2:7).

Revelation 2:1-7. [2:1]"To the angel of the church in Ephesus write: 'The words of him who holds the seven stars in his right hand, who walks among the seven golden lampstands. [2]"'I know your works, your toil and your patient endurance, and how you cannot bear with those who are ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Other

The Challenge Of Change: God's Word Series

Contributed by Daniel Owens on Jan 8, 2008

In this world of fast-paced lives and ever-changing circumstances, we need stablity. God’s Word, truth, is always the same and is always relevant for all our needs. Luke 21:33 says that we can always depend on God’s Word.

At the beginning of a New Year here are some rather interesting challenges we face. The past few weeks we’ve been looking at the idea of CHANGE… and the Challenges in our lives that those changes present. Two weeks ago we discussed that even though everything and everyone around us changes – ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:152

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hearing From God Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Nov 16, 2021

Taken from the Sermon Central Series, and heavily edited, Pastor John teaches how to hear from God

Hearing From God Established - Week 2: Scripture: John 10 We are in the second week of our series, Established. During these next several weeks, we will be learning how to be rooted and established in the love of God. Today we are going to learn an important lesson in being rooted in God. If ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God, Uphold Your Word Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Feb 27, 2014

Deliverance is a major need in the Christian life and is the theme of this section. Because he has keep the divine Word, the writer commends himself to the protection and deliverance of the Lord.

PSALM 119: 121-128 [The Ministry of The Word Series] GOD, UPHOLD YOUR WORD Deliverance is a major need in the Christian life and is the theme of this section [Ayin, the 16th Hebrew letter]. The bases for deliverance is one's integrity before God. Because he has keep the divine Word, the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:121-128

Denomination: Baptist

Save Your Sheep

Contributed by David Dunn on Dec 4, 2025

A call to reject restored sacrifices and shadows, embracing Christ’s finished work through the torn veil and shepherding believers toward the true Lamb.

There was a moment in ancient Israel every family knew too well. A father would step into the small pen behind the house. His children would stand at the doorway, quiet, watching. He would kneel among the gentle, wool-covered shapes and place his hand on one particular lamb—soft, innocent, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:51, Hebrews 10:18, John 1:29, 1 Peter 2:5, Colossians 3:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Reason Loses Its Power Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 17, 2025

Reason regains strength when pride surrenders to grace—light returns, humility restores power, and truth warms the heart again.

(Finding Faith Beyond Logic) --- 1. The Rise of Certainty For centuries, humanity believed that knowledge could save us. The Enlightenment declared that reason, not revelation, would be our light. If only we could think clearly enough, observe accurately enough, experiment long enough, we would ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:21, Proverbs 3:5-6, John 1:4-5, Psalm 36:9, 2 Corinthians 4:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Facing The False Prophet Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Oct 5, 2004

Saul of Tarsus transforms into the apostle Paul whil preaching the true gospel and facing a false prophet: what the 21st century church can learn about confronting false teaching from the 1st cenutry example

SERIES: “LESSONS FROM THE EARLY CHURCH” TEXT: ACTS 13:1-12 TITLE: “FACING THE FALSE PROPHET” INTRODUCTION: A. Would you hire this man? A member of the pulpit committee at a certain church was tired of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Understanding God's Guidance: Making The Right Choices SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

Making important decisions can be challenging for everyone. As Christians, how do we know we're making the right choice? This sermon will help you understand how to distinguish between the many voices that speak to us and how to make decisions that align with God's will.

Many Christians desire to know God's will for their lives and make the right decisions. In a world filled with various voices, it can be challenging to discern the right path. However, as believers, we have been given the Holy Spirit to guide us. This book aims to help you distinguish between these ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:10

Topics: Christian Decision Making, Discerning God's Voice

We Need A Fire

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Aug 15, 2019

We must be "on fire" for the gospel of Christ Jesus and faithful to God's leading.

We Need A Fire Luke 12:49 - 56 Intro: Three people died and were waiting at the pearly gates. The first man said to St. Peter, “I served faithfully as a pastor for over 50 years.” Peter told him to step aside and wait. The second person said, “I served my church faithfully for 40 years.” ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-56

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Contend For The Faith

Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Oct 14, 2003

People who follow Christ must embrace truth

Jude 1:17-23 ¡§Contend for the faith¡¨ ¡§People who follow Christ must embrace truth.¡¨ Sunday Morning Sermon ¡V After receiving a nasty letter a preacher sent it back to the church member with this note attached: "The enclosed letter came to me a few days ago. I am sending it to you because I ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:17-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

After Here, What's Hereafter Pt 1 Series

Contributed by Carl Greene on May 10, 2008

First of a three part series exploring what the Bible tells us about life after death.

AFTER HERE, WHAT’S HEREAFTER? (PART 1) This morning we are going to embark on a difficult topic. I’ll be saying some things that may be hard to hear, but they are from the Bible and are truth. We will discover what is meant by “Sheol, Hades, and Hell.” We will look at what the Bible reveals to us ...read more

Scripture: John 6:35-40

Denomination: Methodist