Sermons on Greek Parsing:

Does The Word Homosexual Appear In The Greek Language Manuscripts?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Feb 16, 2020

The LGBTQIA+ community has raised the argument that the word ‘homosexual’ never appeared in the Bible until 1946

Before we begin, it is important to note that Jesus is God, and as God, that makes Him the author of both the Old and New Testaments and He does not change (John 1:1-5; Psalm 15:4; Malachi 3:6; James 1:17). Either “All Scripture is breathed out by God (i.e. Jesus) and profitable for teaching, for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:9, 1 Timothy 1:10, Romans 1:24-28, Romans 1:3-5, Romans 1:18-32, Leviticus 18:22, Leviticus 20:13, Ezekiel 16:49, Genesis 1:23-28, Genesis 2:24, Galatians 3:28-29, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Colossians 3:5-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Greek Word "anothen" (Lesson 1) Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on May 19, 2025

This first lesson in this series will define the Greek term “anōthen,” which means "anew."

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Greek word “anothen” Introductory Remarks. 1. This is the first sermon discussing the “exception of Jesus” in being born “anew.” This lesson will address the process of being “born again.” It is often referred to as the “new birth.” In some sense, it is that, but it ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-7, 1 Peter 1:22-23, Titus 3:5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lord Who Hath Believed Our Report? (Full) Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jun 2, 2021

To establish that Isaiah’s report was the “good news of the coming Messiah.” He came to be offered in sacrifice for the sins of the world. Israel rejected this message, but the Gentile nations gladly received it. This lesson deals with ones' faith and obedience to the gospel.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Lord Who Hath Believed Our Report? 2. Israel Hath Rejected Isaiah’s Report 3. Gentiles Hath Received Isaiah’s Report Introductory Remarks. 1. In our lesson, we will discuss the theme: “Lord who hath believed our report?” The question originates from the prophet Isaiah, in ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12, John 12:38, Romans 10:16-21, Mark 4:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Magnificent Masterpiece Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jun 20, 2023

To establish that the splendor and beauty of the Italian artist Leonardo da Vinci's portrait of the "Mona Lisa" fails in comparison to the beauty of what God has created in all of us. As God’s masterpiece, we are a portrait of sublime and radiant beauty!

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Our Canvas Before Painting 2. Our Canvas During Painting 3. Our Canvas After Painting Introductory Remarks. 1. In our lesson today, I will discuss: “God’s Magnificent Masterpiece.” We can never hear or read enough about God's grace and how He has made us a new creation ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Romans 10:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of Love

Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Feb 11, 2020

Love is the greatest power in the world, and if expressed correctly, will eventually melt the hardest of hearts.

THE POWER OF LOVE “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. 17 For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through Him might be saved.” John 3:16-17. God loved ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-17, John 13:34-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Art Of Preaching (Full) Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Mar 31, 2020

To establish that preaching is an art, that this skill can be taught, learned, developed and perfected. This lesson reviews the need for the church: to identify sound, capable, and, faithful men; to be trained in the "art of preaching:" preparation, presentation and persuasion.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Art of Preparation 2. The Art of Presentation 3. The Art of Persuasion Introductory Remarks. 1. Our lesson will discuss "The Art of Preaching." This lesson will review the need for the church of Christ to identify sound, capable, and faithful men to be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-17, 2 Timothy 2:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

On Textual Variants And The Glory Of God Series

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Aug 31, 2014

What is a textual variant and why does it matter?

This week, I am going to do something very different. I am going to preach from a text that is not in my bible. I preach from the ESV, but this passage is not in there. Neither is it in the NIV, ASV. But it is included in the KJV, NKJV, and the NASB (in brackets). I going to examine the text, but I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is Love?

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Feb 21, 2017

Hebrew / Greek words for love with some relationship advice

GEN 27:4 “FOOD, SUCH AS I LOVE” (AHAB IS THE MOST USED WORD FOR LOVE IN THE OLD TESTAMENT.) THE SONG OF SOLOMON DEALS WITH EROS / EROTIC LOVE IN THE OLD TESTAMENT. MARK 12:38 “BEWARE OF THE SCRIBES WHO LOVE TO WALK AROUND IN LONG ROBES, AND LOVE RESPECTFUL GREETINGS.” THELO (WISH) JOHN ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 27:4

Denomination: Vineyard

Seven Sundays To Easter: "sir, We Would See Jesus" Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Feb 25, 2021

Passover was near and Jews from all over the world were coming to Jerusalem. Some of them came in contact with Philip, one of our Lord's disciples, and asked for his assistance.

(Note: this message is based on a sermon preached at First Baptist Church of Sigourney, Iowa in March 2019 and is not an exact reproduction.) Introduction: The Lord Jesus Christ was on His way to Jerusalem, where in just a few days He would be crucified and would die for the sins of the world. ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-26

Denomination: Baptist

Someone Is Coming! Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on May 22, 2023

To establish that from the Time of Abel’s offering of a lamb, Abraham’s offering of his son Isaac (in the ram), and the priest’s offerings of the Blood of bulls and goats to make atonement for sins: all these bare one important promise, and that is: “Someone is Coming!”

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Someone is coming: A Sacrifice 2. Someone has come: A Savior 3. Someone is returning: A Sentencer Introductory Remarks. 1. In our lesson today, we are going to be discussing: “Someone is Coming! And His name is Jesus. He will come to be the sacrifice for all sins forever. ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29, Hebrews 10:5-10, Revelation 22:12-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Minimum Daily Requirements Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Nov 2, 2007

Some Believers parse the words of the Scripture looking for the minimum daily requirements, for a way to be sure that they are right with God, while retaining the right to live as they choose.

Minimum Daily Requirements? We return this morning to the words of Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount. His words in the part of the text we will be considering concern three issues that stir up a great deal of emotion and controversy. They will be words that touch painful spots in many of your lives ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

It’s Not About Us! Series

Contributed by Tom Feola on Aug 3, 2012

Jesus wants us to bear fruit and the word shows that God wants the fruit of the Spirit to be develope within us.

It’s Not About Us! John 15:1-8 (NKJV) 1 "I am the true vine, and My Father is the vinedresser. 2 Every branch in Me that does not bear fruit He takes away; and every branch that bears fruit He prunes, that it may bear more fruit. 3 You are already clean because of the word which I have spoken ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

False Teachers Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Mar 30, 2014

Paul warns against, and exposes the Colossian heresy; he say's don't be cheated by philosophies and traditions.

#5~ Col.2: 8 -12 FALSE TEACHERS 12-22-13 * LET'S REMEMBER THAT VERSES 4-7 ARE--WARNING ABOUT "Enticing words" by the so called wise men of the day. ------------------------------------------------ * Verses 8--13 are mostly warning about ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:8-12

Denomination: Baptist

Preparing For Easter: They Came To See Jesus

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Mar 22, 2023

Some Greeks came to Jerusalem to observe Passover. These men met Philip and asked him to introduce them to Jesus. The Lord's reply has a lesson for us even today.

(Full disclosure: Sermon Central already has a message of mine based on this text called “Seven Sundays to Easter: ‘Sir, We Would See Jesus’”. This is a different message, based on a sermon preached at First Baptist Church of Chamois, MO on March 19. 2023. This message is not an exact ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-26

Denomination: Baptist

Double Blessing - Original Blessing Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon introduction uses the Greek myth of Theseus and the Minotaur to explore the concept of the 'double blessing' found in Genesis 1:26-28.

In Greek mythology, there is a legend about a labyrinth that was inescapable. Those who entered the labyrinth never exited. For within that maze meandered the Minotaur, a fearsome creature that was half man, half bull. Every nine years, the king of Crete demanded that the Athenians send seven boys ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-28

Topics: Greek Mythology, Sacrificial Love, Divine Guidance

Sermon Series: Double Blessing