Sermons on Historical Truth:

Is The Bible Reliable?

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Aug 26, 2008

Is the Bible reliable, or is it full of errors, contradictions, and myths?

The Bible is not just one book—it is a collection of dozens of books. Yet all these writings taken together speak with unity and proclaim unmistakably: “People matter to God!” • It was written over 1400 years. • It was written over 40 generations. • It was written by over 40 authors from all walks ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Why Be Baptised? Part 1 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Sep 20, 2007

The necessity of believer’s baptism from a Biblical and historical standpoint.

Believer’s Baptism Why be baptized? Part 1 Introduction: 1. I will quote extensively from the early church fathers a. I will quote these men not as scripture, but to show us their first century understanding of it Who knows more about what baptism is? First century Christians or those ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-15

Denomination: Mennonite

What Is Sin Defined?

Contributed by Pastor Aham Igbokwe on Feb 5, 2022

Exploring the origination, historicity, genres, and remedy to the malady called sin!

Sin Defined: Deut. 9:7, Joshua 14:12-15 Sin is rebellion against God. James 4:17 Sin is whosoever knows what is good but doesn’t do it. 1 John 3:4 Sin is lawlessness (chaos, disorder, unruliness, etc.). Historicity of Sin: Sin originated with Lucifer (back in heaven) - Isaiah 14:12-15 ? Satan owns ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:34, Romans 3:23, 1 John 3:4, Deuteronomy 9:7

Adam To Edom (1 Chronicles 1)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 24, 2025

Does the longest genealogy in the Bible lend historical credibility to scripture?

Does the longest genealogy in the Bible (1 Chronicles 1-9) teach us that humanity really is one large family? Do these family trees lend credibility to the historical accuracy of scripture? Did the male roles evident in these genealogies hurt or strengthen families? Let’s begin in 1 Chronicles ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Spoke God's Truth In Everyday Language Series

Contributed by Richard Pfeil on May 17, 2005

Part 5 of a Lenten series focusing on Jesus with this one talking about Jesus’ ability to communicate to a variety of people.

“Jesus Spoke God’s Truth in Everyday Language” TEXT: Various Texts Sunday, March 17, 2002 We have been doing a series on “What Makes Jesus So Attractive.” So far, we’ve learned how to know God through putting our faith in Jesus Christ. We’ve learned how to grow in that faith by being ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-28

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Our Greatest Weapon Is The Word Of God

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Nov 7, 2007

Jesus and His trust in the Word of God

Twinkies and Root Beer A little boy wanted to meet God. He knew it was a long trip to where God lived, so he packed his suitcase with Twinkies and a six-pack of Root Beer and he started his journey. When he had gone about three blocks, he met an elderly man. The man was sitting in the park just ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

Our Memorial Convocations Are More Than Nostalgia

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 28, 2025

Each feast was a memorial of some historical event in the life of Israel and was more than just an exercise in nostalgia. Each Jew was called to consider himself or herself as living in that historical moment.

Friday of the 17th Week in Course 2025 When we think of Torah, the Jewish Law, we usually think of the Ten Commandments and the various prohibitions that flow from those natural law ordinances. So, for instance, the first commandment prohibits worship of any God but Hashem, and the pagans of ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 23:1, Leviticus 23:4-11, Leviticus 23:15-16, Leviticus 23:27, Leviticus 23:34-37, Psalm 81:3-6, Psalm 81:10-11, Matthew 13:54-58  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

A Nation Under God

Contributed by Tim Zukas on Jul 4, 2005

America’s Christian Heritage - Historical quotes - used for Independence Day

[much of this sermon was inspired by a sermon series delivered by Bob Russell at Southeast Christian in Louisville] [this sermon was dlivered by two ministers - alternating sections] America is a Great Country. In America, we park on the driveway and drive on the parkway. In America, we put ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 9:1-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Mass Deception Of "Left Behind"

Contributed by Richard David on Jan 3, 2001

An exposition of the dangers of this new theology of a pre-trib rapture. A response to the growing popularity of the "Left Behind" series, even among secular audiences and the danger of deception that its widespread acceptance holds.

As a young Christian, I was raised on “dispensationalism”, a term which comes from the Bible referring to God’s timing and how He works in different ways at different times. We had it all figured out, just like the Jews of Jesus’ day. (But wait, they missed it! Are we?) According to what is known ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:25-27, Luke 21:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wolves In Sheep's Clothing Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 27, 2007

John gave his readers to tests to determine the Spirit of truth and the spirit of falsehood. Every generation needs to continue to test the spirits to see if they are from God.

Introduction: A. How many of you enjoy ANAGRAMS? 1. What is an anagram? It is “a word or phrase formed by reordering the letters of another word or phrase.” 2. Here are a few that I thought you might enjoy. 3. DORMITORY = Dirty Room 4. THE MORSE CODE = Here Come Dots 5. SLOT MACHINES = Cash Lost ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Pattern Of Worship, Part 2: Truthful Worship Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Feb 14, 2009

True worshippers worship God in spirit and in truth. Last time we focused on what it means to worship God in spirit. Today we’re going to look at what it means to worship God in truth. Even though we’re looking at them separately, it’s not just about one

http://brushforkbanner.blogspot.com/ Once again, this morning we’re focusing on these few verses in the account of Jesus’ encounter with the woman at the well. You remember that as Jesus was presenting the Gospel to the woman, He showed her her sin. And as He showed her her sin, she was ...read more

Scripture: John 4:21-24

Denomination: Baptist

Raised - Undeniable Series

Contributed by Todd Catteau on Mar 24, 2023

Paul is adamant in 1 Corinthians 15 that the resurrection is an undeniable historical fact!

Raised – Undeniable Open to 1 Corinthians 15 – we will be there for the next four weeks. All Scripture is inspired but there are some chapters in the Bible that are especially meaningful – 1 Corinthians 13, Romans 8, Philippians 4, Hebrews 11 and certainly 1 Corinthians 15 would make the short ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Armour Of God 1 - Truth, Righteousness, Readiness Series

Contributed by James Jack on Apr 11, 2009

Putting on the full armour of God is the only way to fight the spiritual battle against the devil.

Lots of Christians don’t like war imagery. They object to hymns like “Onward Christian Soldiers” which, they say, glorify war. They claim that Jesus is a pacifist, God is a pacifist and that talk of battle and armour and swords compromises this message of peace. Given that we just sang that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:14-15

Denomination: Anglican

Why Believe The Bible As God's Word? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Sep 14, 2009

There are many supporting truths which states that the Bible is the Word of God but the most important truth is that the One and Only True God is found in the Bible!

I hope you are now prepared to answer the question, “Does God really exists?” That was our topic last week. More importantly, I hope you truly believe in the Creator God and that belief is not only experienced on Sundays but on a daily basis. Now, if someone asks you “Why do you believe the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:19-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Answering Our Culture #2: "There Is No Absolute Truth" Series

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jul 27, 2002

Second in a series answering the objections our culture brings against Christianity.

Answering Our Culture #2 – There is No Absolute Truth John 8:31-21 John 14:6 July 28, 2002 [NOTE: this message is the result of reading a number of different sources, especially True for You, but Not for Me, by Paul Copan (1998, Bethany House Publishers), and Rick Warren’s message, THE FOUNDATION ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-32, John 14:6

Denomination: Wesleyan