Sermons on Jewish Roots: showing 226-240 of 54,473

Bible Passages We Would Have Understood If We Were Jewish

Contributed by Richard Goble on Mar 19, 2008

Many today are obsessed with making the Bible fit our cultural perspective, even when it means abandoning sound principles of interpretation. Today we will find how important the historical/cultural context really is to sound biblical exegesis.

BIBLE PASSAGES WE WOULD HAVE UNDERSTOOD IF WE WERE JEWISH Interpreting New Testament passages through Jewish eyes. Various Texts Introduction Illustration: What Children Say About The Bible · In the first book of the Bible, Guinness’s, God got tired of creating the world, so He took the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

A God Who Exalts The Humble -- By Grace Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 2, 2009

God loves to exalt the humble and humble the exalted; He loves to be gracious to the undeserving, but has little room for the arrogant.

A God Who Exalts the Humble -- By Grace (Deut. 8:1-3; 9:4-7 and Luke 14:7-24) 1. I was watching "Chopped" on Food Network. It was down to two chefs. Chef A had prepared the best appetizer and entrée. Now it was time for dessert -- his dish did not get plated quite on time. 2. One of the judges ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Tall Strong Trees With Deep Wet Roots

Contributed by Mark Jones on May 29, 2003

Psalm 1 Gives God’s plan for success and happiness; the growing Christian is a happy Christian.

Tall, Strong Trees With Deep Wet Roots! Psalm 1 1 Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners or sit in the seat of mockers. 2 But his delight is in the law of the LORD, and on his law he meditates day and night. 3 He is like a tree planted ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Methodist

Their Bad Roots Will In Time Reveal Their Bad Fruit

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Apr 30, 2001

AN INSTRUCTIONAL SERMON TO REVEAL THE UNSPOKEN TREASURES OF SELF - APPOINTED AND NOT GOD ANNOINTED MINISTER AND THEIR CHARACTERISTICS.

Their Bad Roots Will In Time Reveal Their Bad Fruit Text Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing, but Inwardly they are ravenous wolves. You will know them by their fruit. Do men gather grapes from thornbushes or figs from thistles? Even so every good tree bears good fruit, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-20, Luke 6:43-45

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Roots, Ripples And Reference Points, Part One Series

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Jul 11, 2006

We must have our roots grown deeply in Christ if we are to find spiritual sustenance and stability.

Roots, Ripples & Reference Points Lessons from the Lake, Part One TCF Sermon July 9, 2006 What do you think of when you think of roots? You might think of trees or plants. You might think of anything else that grows. Maybe you think of the miniseries that appeared on TV in the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Paul's Great Concern: Rooted And Comforted In Christ Series

Contributed by Jeff Haynes on Oct 19, 2009

A study of Colossians 2:1-7 and Paul’s concern that all believers would be rooted in Christ.

Paul’s Great Concern Expressed: That all would be Confident and Rooted in Christ Colossians 2:1-7 October 18, 2009 Your Name ____________________ Introduction and Review: In Chapter 1:24-29, Paul showed us how to glorify Christ in our lives, by being fruitful stewards of the gospel ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is The Love Of Money Really The Root Of All Evil?

Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jan 5, 2012

Is the love of money really the root of all evil or all kinds of evils? Aren't there sins which can't be traced back to the almighty dollar? That can't be true, can it? Yes, it is, without exception, absolutely true.

The Authorized Version: For the love of money is the root of all evil: 1 Timothy 6:10a (KJV) A Modern Version: For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils. 1 Timothy 6:10a (ESV) Is the love of money really the root of all evil or all kinds of evils? Aren't there sins which can't be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

Fig Tree Withered From Its Roots

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 14, 2013

To show that we need CHRIST, without CHRIST we are nothing.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you withered from your roots? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need CHRIST, without CHRIST we are nothing. John 15:5 (Amplified Bible) 15:5 I am the Vine; you are the branches. Whoever lives in Me and I in him bears much (abundant) fruit. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

#my Black Christian History: Roots Of Faith Series

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Feb 3, 2024

“My Black Christian History: Before the Chains,” let us remember that the Black church’s history didn’t begin during the civil rights movement. Black history’s roots are a rich tapestry woven with threads of faith, resilience, and the pursuit of God.

Sermon Series Title: " My Black Christian History: Before the Chains" “My Black Christian History: Roots of Faith.” ”After these things the word of the Lord came to Abram in a vision, saying, “Do not be afraid, Abram, I am your shield; Your reward [for obedience] shall be very great.” ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-6

Denomination: United Methodist

The Root Of Sickness Is The Devil's Scheme. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 2, 2024

Today, we're going to explore a crucial topic that affects all of us is sickness.

Sickness and disease are universal human experiences that have plagued humanity since the fall of man. While medical science has made significant progress in understanding and treating various ailments, the spiritual dimension of sickness is often overlooked. As believers, it's essential to ...read more

Scripture: Job 2:7, Acts 10:38, Luke 13:16

When The Stone Is Moved… And Life Is Opened

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Apr 14, 2023

When the Stone is Moved… and Life is Opened Brad Bailey – Easter Sunday, April 9, 2023

When the Stone is Moved… and Life is Opened Brad Bailey – Easter Sunday, April 9, 2023 Today we gather around the event that opened up life as we know it. An event which shook every life around it... and broke out through the region...and ultimately across the whole world. And today... I want to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:14, Matthew 27:50-51, Romans 8:22, Romans 8:20, Revelation 21:3-4, Revelation 22:3, Luke 24:5-7, 1 Peter 1:3-4, Mark 16:1-7, 2 Corinthians 5:15, 1 Corinthians 15:26, 1 Corinthians 15:36-37, 1 Corinthians 15:42-44, 1 Corinthians 15:55  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Abide In Me

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on May 14, 2003

Abiding in Christ is the key for the three relationships in Jn 15: RELATIONSHIP to Christ (Jn 15:1-17) RELATIONSHIP to other believers Jn 15: 12-18 & RELATIONSHIP to the world (Jn 15:19-27)

Relationships Let us open in prayer Father, I pray that you will anoint my words this evening that they may be words for each of us from you. I ask what I say may be relevant in our Christian lives. We ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen Maddy and I ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-17

Denomination: Anglican

Joseph And His Bitter Brothers

Contributed by Marian Diceanu on Jun 24, 2001

The roots, shoots and fruits of Joseph’s brothers’ biterness

Genesis 37c Joseph and his bitter brothers There are many cases of bitterness and hatred that we can point to but the one that I came across is pretty depressing. It is about a man who died and here is what they read in his will when he died. It says, "Unto my two daughters, Marie and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-36

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of The Cross

Contributed by Ian Lyall on Mar 14, 2009

A consideration of the power of the Cross; those for whom is is God’s power, those for whom it is folly. Shows what God did for us when Christ died on th Cross

I want to turn this morning to look at the passage from 1 Corinthians chapter 1, which places before us the power of the Cross, and as we journey through Lent toward Holy Week it is surely fitting to do so. The Cross is central to our faith as Christians- but I ask, do we always know and appreciate ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

He Nailed It

Contributed by William Akehurst on Nov 25, 2011

We use the saying when someone does something perfectly. “They nailed it” JESUS perfectly forgave us and provided for our salvation when HE NAILED IT to the cross. Jesus Christ perfectly ‘nailed it’, salvation for you and me.

2011.08.21.Sermon.He Nailed It WILLIAM AKEHURST HSWC We use the saying when someone does something perfectly. “They nailed it” JESUS perfectly forgave us and provided for our salvation when HE NAILED IT to the cross. Jesus Christ perfectly ‘nailed it’, salvation for you ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational