Sermons on Heart Of Understanding:

We Don't Always Grasp The Vision Right Away

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Oct 6, 2019

Understanding that the revelation of a vision from God may not always be forthcoming with the vision.

We Don’t Always Grasp the Vision Right Away Sermon Prayer: “Heavenly Father, I stand before Your people, to deliver Your message. Though the words are mine and I prepared this message, I pray that this message is Your message in its entirety. I pray your blessing and anointing on the message, ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mystery Vs Magic

Contributed by Howard Gunter on May 27, 2018

We just must understand that there is no Magic in the bible, but there sure is plenty of Mystery.

Weekend Message/Devotion May 27, 2018 John 3:1-17 Mystery vs Magic I enjoy a good mystery. As I read or watch a mystery, I find myself engrossed in looking for clues in hopes of solving the mystery for myself prior to it being revealed in the reading or program. In today’s gospel reading, ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Setting The Stage Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 18, 2019

In order to understand Paul’s correspondence we need to comprehend the setting

An Introduction to the Study On I & II Corinthians The letters of I & II Corinthians provide great insight for the modern day church. Down through my years of ministry I have preached from these two books on several occasions. At times I have done a series of sermons. Other times I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Be Imitators Of Jesus

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 19, 2014

To show that there's laziness because there's lack of understanding in GOD's WORDS.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you lazy? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that there's laziness because there's lack of understanding in GOD's WORDS. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 6:12 (Amplified Bible) 6:12 In order that you may not grow disinterested and become [spiritual] sluggards, but ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Communion - Preparing A Table Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Feb 23, 2014

Using Psalms 23 verse 5 to understand communion and Jesus sacrifice.

This message is based on Phillip Keller's book A Shepherd's look at Psalms 23. It is an observation of Communion and how Jesus prepares a way for us. Title: Communion – Preparing a Table Theme: To show how communion relates to Jesus death and preparation for us. Text: Psalms 23, Matthew 27, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:5

Denomination: Church Of God

"Learning To Repent"

Contributed by David Henderson on Aug 24, 2015

There is a word in the Bible that is a bit hard to understand for us at times. It is the word repent.

Theme: When we ask for God's forgiveness, we must be willing to let go of our sin. Scripture: Acts 3:19 Now change your mind and attitude to God and turn to him so he can cleanse away your sins Acts 3:19 There is a word in the Bible that is a bit hard to understand for us at times. It is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:19

Denomination: Baptist

Discovery: Labels Lie Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Oct 20, 2016

Our identity is found only through an understanding of the grace of Jesus Christ

Discovery: Labels Lie Luke 7:36-50 Where do you see yourself in this passage? 1. Too many times we see ourselves like Simon the Pharisee: labeling others 2. Too many times, we see ourselves like the woman: labeled by others 3. Too few times we see ourselves like Jesus: seeing self ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is . . . ! Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Sep 25, 2017

A look through the book of Hebrews to better understand who Jesus is.

Jesus Is… Hebrews 11:1-13 September 3, 2017 There are lots of things in life we just don’t understand. I mean a few weeks ago I had to get a bunch of dental work done. Yet, why is it sharks simply have lots of razor sharp teeth that pop up when one breaks. Have you wondered why we have all ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Obedience Anyway

Contributed by Rick Boyne on May 23, 2017

We must obey the Lord, even if we don’t understand.

Obedience Anyway May 21, 2017 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must obey the Lord, even if we don’t understand. Focus Passage: 2 Kings 5:1-15 Supplemental Passage: "If you love Me, you will keep My commandments. (John 14:15 NASB) Introduction: In ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Pentecost, It Was Kick Off Day For The Church.

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Oct 28, 2009

An understanding of the history of Pentecost. Also a bit on living a Spirit filled life

When I think of the word, Pentecost I think of an Island that was discovered on that day in 1768 that is now one of the Islands of Vanuatu that I have flown over and that is the home of the original bungy jump, I also think of those churches where people wave their hands around, sing in the Spirit ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-11

Denomination: Salvation Army

His Work Is Perfect

Contributed by Bala Samson on Feb 12, 2021

If there is confusion, chaos and disharmony, understand God is not in that because His works are perfect.

God’s work is perfect: Deuteronomy 32:4 "The Rock! His work is perfect, For all His ways are just; A God of faithfulness and without injustice, Righteous and upright is He. As I was reading my Bible in a disciplined manner, I came to the above scripture where Moses said ‘The Rock, His work ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 32:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Holy Trinity - Father, Son, And Holy Spirit

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Jun 14, 2019

No matter how hard we try, understanding the concept of the Trinity is uncomprehendible

I speak to you in the name of God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit. Amen One of the first sermons I delivered here at Saint John’s, without realizing when I agreed to preach, was Trinity Sunday in 2011. I have to tell you, of all the Sundays in the year, this is the one that makes ...read more

Scripture: John 16:12-15, John 4:34

Denomination: Episcopal

Can We Call God To The Bar Of Justice?

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 30, 2024

God answers, “You are right, Job. You don’t understand.”

Friday of the 26th Week in Course 2024 Jb 38:1, 12-21; 40:3-5/Lk 10:13-16 The Book of Job has been summarized in this brief statement: Job says, “Lord, all this awful stuff is happening. I don’t understand.” God answers, “You are right, Job. You don’t understand.” Here in a late chapter of Job, we ...read more

Scripture: Job 38:1-21, Job 40:3-5, Luke 10:13-16

Denomination: Catholic

The Privilege Of Christian Prayer

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jan 29, 2023

Christians everywhere need to understand what the Scriptures teach about prayer.

The Privilege of Christian Prayer Matthew 6:5-15 5 And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites are: for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward. 6 But thou, when thou ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-15, Luke 11:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Is My Shepherd PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Explore and find comfort in the understanding of God as our Shepherd, Provider, and Protector.

Good morning, church family. As we gather today, I am reminded of the comforting and profound words of A. C. Dixon when he wrote, "In Jesus Christ on the Cross there is refuge; there is safety; there is shelter; and all the power of sin upon our track cannot reach us when we have taken shelter ...read more

Topics: Protector