Sermons on Grammatico Historical Analysis:

The Resurrection Of The Lord Jesus Christ: What Do The Scriptures Say?

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Apr 28, 2022

The Resurrection of Jesus Christ is the foundation of the faith and the greatest event in the story of civilization. The proofs from Scripture and the lives changed by it cannot be ignored or denied.

Note: These verses and the order of events are adapted from THE OPEN BIBLE (KJV) (c) 1975 by Thomas Nelson Publishers, Nashville, TN. When the Lord Jesus told Martha at the tomb of Lazarus, "I am the Resurrection and the Life" (John 11:25), He proved it by bringing HIs friend and her ...read more

Scripture: John 11:25, John 20:11-18, Matthew 28:5-10, Luke 24:13-31, John 20:24-29, 1 Corinthians 15:1-8, Acts 9:3-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Assurance(2023)-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 29, 2023

1 of 2. Luke assured Theophilus of the validity of his faith, because his faith was based on fact. Likewise, readers of Luke’s gospel can be certain of their faith. But What historical assurances are offered/gained thru Luke’s Gospel? Luke’s Assurance offers us Historical...

ASSURANCE-I—Luke 1:1-4 ATTENTION: A couple was asked to dinner by a new friend. When they sat down at the table, they noticed that the dishes appeared to be dirty. It was so obvious that they even asked the hostess, “Were these dishes washed?”, as they rubbed my fingers over the surface of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-2, Luke 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Has The Resurrection Changed You?

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Mar 22, 2023

If we aren't in awe of the resurrection of Jesus as a historical event, we may only see it as a fairytale. The resurrection is scientifically impossible, but historically true. The resurrection is history-making, earth-shaking, life-transforming, and eternity-changing truth.

Jesus is the risen King who is victorious over death, recognized by His disciples, validated by Scripture, and enthroned over all creation. That truth changes our faith, theology, and life. The resurrection also changes our practical living. The resurrection isn't just a doctrine to believe, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-49

Denomination: Pentecostal

Amazing Grace, That Sweet, Sweet Sound

Contributed by Trey Harris on Feb 13, 2007

A look at the historical, biblical and practical application of John Newton’s great hymn "Amazing Grace."

Amazing Grace, That Sweet, Sweet Sound Romans 6:14 Trey Harris Sin is no longer your master, for you no longer live under the requirements of the law. Instead, you live under the freedom of God’s grace. (Romans 6:14) Illustration: An old man lived with his hound-dog, Mace, in a run-down shack ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:14

Denomination: Methodist

The Un-Touchables Series

Contributed by Rich Dunbar on Feb 8, 2005

This sermon uses quotes and historic facts from the story of the Untouchables to correspond to Peter and John and their witness.

The UN-touchables: Acts 4:13-22, The time is the 30’s, there is an organization that is corrupt, taking bribes, involved in breaking all kinds of laws and covering it up, even having innocent people killed because their whole way of life was threatened by the truth. But just when all hope seemed ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:13-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Other Nine

Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Nov 29, 2004

Historical scientific report on what happened to the nine lepers who failed to return to express gratitude.

One of the traditional passages that we look at each Thanksgiving is Luke 17:17, where Jesus says to the one former-leper who has returned in gratitude “Were not ten cleansed? Where are the nine?” Good questions. And I’m happy to be here to tell you tonight that we finally have answers. Through ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: *other

What The Resurrection Means To Me!

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Mar 28, 2002

This sermon explains why the resurrection is not just an historical event, but it has relevence for our lives today.

Resurrection Sunday What the Resurrection Means to Me! March 31, 2002 Acts 4:8-31 Intro: A. [illustration, by Joel Pankow] I have heard that possums are smart animals. You wouldn’t think so because you hardly ever see one except when it’s dead on the road. There’s a joke that goes, "Why did ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:8-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Amos - 1 Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Aug 4, 2010

The historical background leading up to the Book of Amos. Use of the Audio may be required for this one to be helpful.

Dakota Community Church March 7, 2010 Amos 1 Overview Promised Land – Judges – Demanding a King – Saul – David – Solomon How the Kingdom became divided: 1 Kings 12:1-33 1 Rehoboam went to Shechem, for all the Israelites had gone there to make him king. 2 When ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 12:1-33

Denomination: Mennonite

Cleopas

Contributed by Jason Jones on Apr 25, 2011

Exposition of Luke 24 regarding Luke going into Israel to prepare a historical account of the life of Jesus

Someone read Luke 24:13-14 Bits and pieces were adapted from an Easter Sermon by Fred G. Zaspel. Slideshow setting the stage for Luke coming into a house and sitting down with Cleopas: 58 AD, Paul is in jail in Caesarea Maritima awaiting trial by Felix. While there He sends his beloved physician ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Baptist

They Might Be Giants Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Oct 28, 2014

The flood was a historical global event of God’s judgement upon a corrupt/sinful mankind.

“They Might Be Giants” Giant Mysteries Series (From Ron Phillip’s book “Unexplained Mysteries of Heaven & Earth”) April 27, 2014 Chester’s FBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker A The global flood is a story that exists in over six hundred ancient ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Mystery Babylon. Introduction. Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Jul 2, 2015

Here is a lesson on the historical and very real "Babylon", in every culture, in every age. Introductions and explanations ....

SOME PRELIMINARY NOTES 1. The tracing of Babylon turns out to be the study of the human race, with its obvious and not so obvious byways and lanes that, after awhile, tend to overwhelm rather than edify. After months of plodding through these paths, I finally must force myself to stop and turn over ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 17:5-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Christmas: Miracle Or Myth

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Dec 24, 2012

The Birth and Life of Jesus are not based on "blind faith" alone; it is also clearly placed Historical fact.

Christmas: Miracle or Myth Matthew 1:18-24 Several weeks ago, a huge sign was posted above a nightclub on Wall Street in N.Y. by a member of the American Atheists. The sign included Santa ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-24

Denomination: Baptist

Plights And Ponderings Of Asaph. Psalm 74 Series

Contributed by Nelson Thomas on Aug 28, 2020

In spite of the obscurity in connection with the historical background… o The contents are very much relevant the time we are in …

- There are 12 Psalms attributed to Asaph - Psalm 50 and 73 – 83. o We know Asaph was a Levite who led the choirs during the days of David. Cf. 1Ch 16:37 o We are not aware of the exact time when Aspah wrote this psalm. ? May be even some one wrote for Asaph, so that a choir in his name ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

Scripture And Truth

Contributed by Mark Armstrong on Sep 2, 2019

A talk intended to increase confidence in Scripture, regarding it as a source of truth and considering its historical features.

There’s a saying that goes like this, “A Bible in the hand is worth two in the bookcase”. C.H. Spurgeon wrote: "I would recommend you either believe God up to the hilt, or else not to believe at all. Believe this book of God, every letter of it, or else reject it. There is no logical standing ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Empowered For Mission Acts 1:8 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 2, 2024

Acts 1:8 is not just a historical account; it is a living mandate for us as followers of Jesus today.

Transformed by Truth: Empowered for Mission Acts 1:8 Text: Acts 1:8 (NLT): “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you. And you will be my witnesses, telling people about me everywhere—in Jerusalem, throughout Judea, in Samaria, and to the ends of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8, John 14:16-17, Romans 8:11, Ephesians 1:13-14, Matthew 28:19-20, Romans 10:14-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal