Sermons on Meditate On The Bible:

Memorial Day Communion Meditation

Contributed by Jimmy Batterton on May 23, 2015

A reminder of the meaning of our soldier's and our Savior's Memorial Day

Tomorrow many in America will celebrate the Memorial Day holiday. And unfortunately the true meaning will be lost between boat rides and BBQ. In fact, many people mistakenly thank veterans on Memorial Day, because they only connect it with military service. But the main reason we observe this ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Good Friday Meditation 2014 Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Mar 11, 2017

Four Episodes from John's account of the Passion, including four sonnets by Malcolm Guite - Jesus is Condemned to Death; Jesus is stripped of his garments; Crucifixion: Jesus is nailed to the cross; Jesus is laid in the tomb.

[All Sonnets are from "Sounding the Seasons ; seventy Sonnets for the Christian Year", by Malcolm Guite, Canterbury Press 2012. Used with permission - https://malcolmguite.wordpress.com/tag/good-friday/] 1. Jesus is Condemned to Death - Sonnet 1 John 18:19-24; John 18:28-38 The ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

A Meditation On The Parable Of The Prodigal Son

Contributed by Dan Funk on Aug 23, 2014

I believe Jesus is drawing our attention to the father and his compassion and joy in order to give us a a deeper understanding of the nature of God and His Kingdom; of our calling to be instruments of His life-giving compassion, and to share in His joy.

We heard in today’s Gospel reading the Parable of the Prodigal Son, and I am sure most of us have read and heard it numerous times. And we all perhaps have lost count of the sermons we have heard on this parable. You may be wondering what on earth I can say on this that is new or unique. I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Anglican

Lord's Supper Meditation #2

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 31, 2015

Another view from Matthew's Gospel for the Lord's Supper

When we come to the Lord’s table, we need to take a fourfold look. 1. WE LOOK BACK – Paul mentions in 1 Cor. 11:26 that by partaking of the Lord’s Supper “you proclaim the Lord’s death”. ------------------------------------------------------- First, we look ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:26-29

Denomination: Baptist

Step Eleven: Prayer And Meditation Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Jan 8, 2020

This step and all the steps are based on the fact that God is alive and capable of revealing himself as he truly is through a personal relationship with Him and others in a group of people or a community of faith.

Step 11: Sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with God, as we understood Him, praying only for the knowledge of His Will for us and the power to carry that out. Scripture: Col 3:16 Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 59:2, Colossians 3:16, Matthew 6:14-15, 1 John 3:21-22, James 4:2-3, Matthew 7:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

3 Meditations On Palm Sunday

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Apr 13, 2025

3 MEDITATIONS ON PALM SUNDAY 1. HUMILITY 2. PRAISE 3. CLEANSING

3 MEDITATIONS ON PALM SUNDAY 1. HUMILITY 2. PRAISE 3. CLEANSING ********************************************** 3 MEDITATIONS ON PALM SUNDAY 1. HUMILITY MATTHEW 21 : 1 - 5 1 As they approached Jerusalem and came to Bethphage on the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two disciples, 2 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Steadily Walking

Contributed by Jim Kane on Sep 27, 2008

Communion meditation for Sunday, August 3, 2008

(Slide 1) I begin this morning with gratitude because I am grateful for the Bible and how it has helps us find faith and life and the power to do what is right even in the face of overwhelming opposition. The truth and power of which it teaches is sometimes, though, expressed in some unusual ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:1-40

Denomination: Church Of God

Short Challenge: God's Word Series

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Jan 15, 2009

This is a short challenge on valuing God’s Word by reading, studying, memorizing, meditating on and applying God’s Word and so being transformed into His very nature and character.

Short Challenge: Knowing, loving and applying God’s Word. It’s been said, “we only treat God as good as we treat His Word. Again: Jer.30:21 - “who is he who will devote himself to be close to me?” Will you devote yourself to getting close to Him? Communication required to grow closer to God. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Improve Your Spiritual Meditation

Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Aug 18, 2008

Here are 17 principles that will help you improve your spiritual meditation.

How to Improve Your Spiritual Meditation: Joshua 1:8 “Do not let this book of the law depart from your mouth; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful.” – Joshua 1:8 Introduction: All throughout God’s word, we are ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Fitness 4: Watch Your Diet Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Feb 26, 2010

Our spiritual diet can make a big difference in our lives.

Faith Fitness 4: Watch Your Diet 1 Peter 2:1-3 Getting our Faith Fit won't happen by itself - we are going to have to put our lifetime of effort into it. Just like with our physical bodies - appropriate action must be taken. *Today we're going to focus on that four letter word DIET. Nobody likes ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Word Of God Series

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on May 7, 2016

I want to encourage you to Read your Bible to protect you from sin to memorize scripture so that you hide it in your heart and to meditate so that scripture marinates your heart

The Word of God Hebrews 4:12 12 For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. Psalm 119:9-16 Message: The Bible is the most unique book in all ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:9-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Mending The Mind Pt 3 Series

Contributed by Joe Hayes on Nov 25, 2008

Take no prisoner, if they are not obedient make them obedient you can also listen at www.preaching.co.nr

HOW LONG MUST I WRESTLE WITH MY THOUGHTS AND EVERY DAY HAVE SORROW IN MY HEART? HOW LONG WILL MY ENEMY TRIUMPH OVER ME? Psalm 13:2 THE OCCUPATION OF OUR MINDS Prior to becoming Christians our minds were enemy territory, blinded and bound by Satan. He set up ’strongholds of arguments’ and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Hang Time Series

Contributed by Jerry Mckee on Sep 18, 2008

When teaching youth, I always get the same answers when I ask a question. I’ve dubbed them "Church Answers." In this series, we take a look at 4 of the primary answers given when asking a question. In this message we explore spending quality time with

What is Quiet Time? Quiet time not only refers to a time alone with God, but also to the quality of time we spend with God. Why do Quiet Time? You become like the people you hand out with. Hanging out with God… 12 Wherefore, my beloved, as ye have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-13

Denomination: *other

A Focus On Food Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 28, 2021

Jesus is the only person in the Bible who is so thankful for food that it becomes a prominent part of His life's story. Here in the record of His feeding of the 4000 Jesus is recorded as giving thanks 2 times in two verses.

Many years ago when Rudyard Kipling was a popular writer it was reported that he was getting 10 shillings for every word he wrote. Some students at Oxford University, who were not impressed with Kipling, sent him 10 shillings with a request that he send them one of his very best words. He cabled ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:1-10

Time Spent In God's Word

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Aug 7, 2024

I wonder how much time each of you spend in God's Word each day. These numbers show a troubling imbalance in our lack of time spent in the Scripture and its damaging effect on our spiritual vitality.

If we took a poll here in our church, I wonder how much time each of you spend in God's Word each day. Research shows that the average person is exposed to anywhere between 4,000 and 10,000 messages a day. You are probably thinking, "No way do I receive that many messages." But ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist