Sermons on Interpreting Gods Word:

Words Of Comfort

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 9, 2014

With that superlative peace and such like promises, why should our hearts be troubled?

WORDS OF COMFORT. “Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me” (John 14:1). These are precious words of comfort from the lips of our Lord Jesus Christ. The Cross was imminent, and no doubt a sense of foreboding had dampened the Passover celebrations of the little ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Words Of Encouragement” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Sep 17, 2019

Paul helps us identify four types of persons who we need to intentionally encourage.

In 2 Corinthians 7:6, Paul describes our God as One “who encourages those who are discouraged . . .” (NLT). Indeed, if we are going to live in a godly fashion, we will find that we are called to be encouragers of others. God comes alongside the discouraged to offer encouragement. We, therefore, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Word On The Street

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Jun 2, 2015

Our true vocation in life is to bear witness to the light, to reflect the glory of God, to mirror His majesty, to glorify Him.

Jesus is called many things in Scripture. In the Gospel of John alone, he is called the Lamb of God, the light of the world, the bread of life, the gate of the sheep. He is even called a Vine. But here in chapter 1 he is called “the Word.” And there’s a reason for that. In Jesus, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Lordship Of The Word.

Contributed by Trevor Chuma on Mar 13, 2019

Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is--his good, pleasing and perfect will. Romans 12:2

When you come into Christ one of the things he will do in your life, is to reveal the Kingdom of heaven to you through the Word. He will begin to teach you how things work with the Father, with the Holy Spirit and with himself. He will teach you about the spirit realm, and about the various ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:22, Romans 12:2

Denomination: Charismatic

Jesus Is . . . The Word! Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 9, 2017

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

Jesus Is . . .! Hebrews 4:12-16 July 9, 2017 I’d like to start out simply by reading the passage for today. No cute stories or anything to get us going, because I really believe this passage speaks for itself. In many respects, it does not need an introduction. We’re doing a series on the book ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Word Of Life Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 13, 2016

If you want to experience the true joy of Christmas, experience Christ personally and share Him with others.

In the classic movie, A Christmas Story, young Ralphie wants a Red Ryder BB gun for Christmas, but his mom’s only response is, “You'll shoot your eye out!” In fact, all the adults in Ralphie’s life have the same response, including his teacher and even Santa Clause. Take a ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Abiding In The Word Series

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Apr 5, 2022

There are at least four core commitments for Christian living. The first is abiding in the Word.

A FEW YEARS BACK, when I was still serving as pastor at another church, we had two visitors show up at our church, a father and his son. These guys are from British Columbia in Canada, and they were on a road trip through the southern states. They are both men of God, and there was no question in ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Mystery Of The Word

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Nov 11, 2020

The first thing every reader should take note of is, this is a revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave Him to show His servants.

The Mystery Of The Word. Revelation 1:1-20NKJV The Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave Him to show His servants—things which must shortly take place. And He sent and signified it by His angel to His servant John, The first thing every reader should take note of is, this is a revelation of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-20, Isaiah 11:2, 2 Peter 3:8-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Rhema Word Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 17, 2022

The Rhema word in Biblical terms refers to a portion of scripture that “speaks” to a believer. In most cases, a Rhema word received while reading the Bible applies to a current situation or need.

The Rhema Word Through daily reading of the Bible, God’s Word which is referred to in Greek as 'logos' we can grow in our knowledge of the truth of God. God wants to speak to His people and provide insight beyond our human understanding. In Greek, the word Rhema means “an utterance.” The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Matthew 4:4, John 6:63

Denomination: Pentecostal

Building Up In The Word Of God Series

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Mar 19, 2021

Building a mighty wall for the Lord is not the end of your task. Build up your faith. Build up your family life. And build up all those who are around you.

Building Up in the Word of God “And Ezra blessed the LORD, the great God. Then all the people answered, “Amen, Amen!” while lifting up their hands. And they bowed their heads and worshiped the LORD with their faces to the ground.” - Nehemiah 8:6 The story of Nehemiah and Ezra is divided into ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Weight Of A Few Words - At Thy Word

Contributed by Loyd C. Taylor on Aug 21, 2023

In this sermon we look at the weight of a few words, or how just a few words spoken by Christ had a major impact on the lives of those who listened and obeyed.

INTRODUCTION: We so seldom think about the impact that our words have on those who are listening, however in many cases we find others hanging onto our words. This is especially true of preachers, so we must be careful what we say. Our words can have a negative or a positive outcome, I’m sure we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

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

The Perfect Law Of Freedom - James 1:23-25 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 17, 2021

The first half of this message is a crash course on how to interpret Scripture. The second half explains how God’s law increases the freedom in your life.

James 1:22 But be doers of the word and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves. 23 Because if anyone is a hearer of the word and not a doer, he is like a man looking at his own face in a mirror. 24 For he looks at himself, goes away, and immediately forgets what kind of man he was. 25 But the one ...read more

Scripture: James 1:23-25

Joseph: A Dreamer In Prison Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jun 12, 2022

Joseph did not need to wait until he was standing before Pharaoh and put in charge of the whole land. Faithfulness to God is always the right path. Joseph needed to trust God the whole time he was the forgotten prisoner. And he did!

There are so many aspects to the story of Joseph. He is the favorite son of the Patriarch Jacob. His brothers burn with jealousy and hatred toward him because his ten older brothers know he is the favored one of his father. The special ornamented coat Jacob gave Joseph made that evident. The Joseph ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 40:1-23, Genesis 41:1-56

Denomination: Baptist

Lord, Increase Our Faith

Contributed by Ronald Fair on Apr 20, 2002

These words of our Lord Jesus when rightly interpreted and applied, will open the door to greater Christian service, and to a closer walk with God.

Lord, Increase Our Faith Scripture: Luke 17:1-10 Text: Luke 17:5 “And the disciples aid unto the Lord, “Increase our faith”.” Introduction: These words of our Lord Jesus when rightly interpreted and applied, will open the door to greater Christian service, and to a closer walk with God. I. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1-10

Denomination: Methodist