Sermons on Interpreting The Bible:

Catholicism Vs The Bible

Contributed by Michael Grant on Oct 7, 2016

Does Roman Catholicism contradict Biblical Christianity?

To some people Roman Catholicism is just another Christian Church. Sure there are some differences after all they focus more on Mary and they pray to the Saints. They follow the teachings of the Pope while other professing Christians do not. A Roman Catholic Bible even has more books that our ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 17:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Men Of The Bible - Nehemiah Series

Contributed by John Murphy on Oct 25, 2012

One of the last prophets of the OT and a key figure in Israel's return to the Promised Land

If you’ve noticed I have tried to pick men of the bible we usually do not talk about much. Elijah, Naaman and now I want to talk about another man we seldom talk about. I would like to call your attention to the prophet called Nehemiah. We may gain some help from this distinguished man who ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

Men Of The Bible - Job Series

Contributed by John Murphy on Oct 25, 2012

Often we only see our situations but not the reasons. There is a vast battle taking place in the spiritual realm and we are right in the middle of it.

Perhaps one of the most amazing men in the Bible and the one we can learn the most from, especially in today’s world, is the man named Job. There are two ways to look at this man’s life. One from an earthly perspective and the other is from God’s perspective. How many of us can ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

If It Is In The Bible Is It Okay With God

Contributed by David Owen on Nov 28, 2012

People in the Bible had more than on wife why can I.

I have had several people say to me over the years that I don't see why it is not okay for me to have more that one wife. Abraham did. Well let take a look and see if it was alright with God if he had more than one wife. Genesis chapter 16 verses 3 and 4. And Sarai Abram's wife took Hagar her ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:3-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Bible Praying For Wisdom

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Aug 19, 2011

We must have wisdom from God.

BIBLE PRAYING FOR WISDOM James 1 5If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him. : Wisdom is not how well you are read but how wise you can reason.Wisdom is not what you know but how ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5

Denomination: Baptist

Is The Bible Reliable And Relevant Series

Contributed by Tim White on Feb 15, 2013

Part 1, a collection of well known information about the relevance of the Bible. Part 2, unique thoughts on the relevance of the Bible for today.

Is the Bible Reliable and Relevant? (The first half of this sermon has been gleaned from many sources of information. Particularly helpful was the blog of Robert Lundburg in the footnotes, but some of it has been collected from years of reading and study independently through many sources. The ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12

Denomination: Baptist

Is The Bible Your Authority?

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Mar 25, 2011

Some people treat the bible like a Smorgasbord, a Insurance Policy, a Seat Belt, or a Love Letter

Jas 1:25 25 But whoso looketh into the perfect law of liberty, and continueth therein, he being not a forgetful hearer, but a doer of the work, this man shall be blessed in his deed. You will never have the power to live a full and fruitful godly life until you choose God's Word as your final ...read more

Scripture: James 1:25

Denomination: Baptist

"Christmas Trees In The Bible"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 16, 2009

A sermon about pointing beyond ourselves.

Jeremiah 10:1-5 “Christmas Trees in the Bible” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN A few weeks ago I was sitting in a restaurant with a friend when my attention went to a Christmas tree in the corner of the room. It had different colored lights, ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 10:1-5

Denomination: United Methodist

Brining The Bible To Life Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 16, 2017

The bible is meant to be a daily guide for life and connection to God, not a book to be pulled out once or twice a week.

1. Scripture, Appropriate I heard a story about a friend of the bride who was not able to attend the wedding, so he sent a card of greeting which was read at the reception after the ceremony. It should have included the reference 1 John 4:18 -- "There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 17:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Bible Told By Jesus Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 21, 2017

Why a Bible by Jesus?

A. THE BIBLE BY JESUS IS A PARAPHRASE 1. The Bible was originally written in Hebrew (Old Testament) Greek (New Testament) and Chaldean (verses in Daniel). 2. The Holy Spirit guided the writers of Scripture. “You must pay close attention to what they wrote, for their words are like a lamp ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:32, Colossians 3:10, 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Context And The Message Bible

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Jun 28, 2017

Sometimes we come across a verse of scripture that is difficult to understand. We need to know and understand the context of that verse and sometimes the meaning is found by using different versions of the Bible - in this case the Message Bible.

A former archbishop of Canterbury arrived in New York. A journalist asked him, “Will you be visiting any of our nightclubs whilst you are here?” The archbishop mischievously replied, “Are there any night clubs here?” Next day a newspaper headline read: “Archbishop’s first question on arriving ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:14

Is The Bible True And Credible

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 29, 2017

Is The Bible True and Credible

Is The Bible True and Credible ??? Manuscript Evidence. There are way more copies of the biblical manuscripts, with remarkable consistency between them, than there are for any of the classics like Plato, Aristotle and Socrates. Archaeological Evidence. Again and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Foursquare

The Missing Bible Verses

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jan 27, 2017

Why do some newer Bible translations seem to have verses that are missing from older translations? Are the new translations trying to hide something? Can we trust them? Let's take a look and see ...

John 5:1-15 (Please open your Bibles to this passage.) This passage is the account of Jesus’ healing of the lame man at the pool of Bethesda; an account which only appears in the Gospel of John. Many Bible scholars (a person can be a Bible scholar without being a Bible believer …) ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-15

Denomination: Nazarene

5 Weddings In The Bible

Contributed by Ken Henson on Jan 6, 2016

a wedding message chronicling the 5 weddings of the Bible

Marriage. These days some people are afraid of it. In fact there is a name for fear of marriage: Gamophobia According to www.fearof.net (a compendium of phobias), psychological and emotional symptoms at the thought or subject of marriage/commitment: Psychological symptoms include: • Feeling ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:15-25

Denomination: *other

The Bible Series: Resurrection Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Aug 28, 2013

Based on History Channel's epic mini-series, The Bible, this five-part expository sermon series highlights five key events in the story of Scripture from Abraham to Jesus, using video clips from the show.

The Bible: Resurrection Sunday Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 3/31/2013 I just want to take a moment to thank everyone for choosing to spend Easter morning with us here at the Grove. Whether you’ve been coming to the Grove all your life, or this is your first time ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-28

Denomination: Christian Church