Sermons on Meditation On Scripture:

The Showdown In The Desert (Matthew 4:1-11)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Nov 6, 2024

After being baptized in the Jordan river, Jesus was driven into the Judean wilderness by the Holy Spirit to face forty days of hunger, thirst, and a supernatural battle with His archenemy and ours, the devil.

The Holy Spirit led Jesus into the wilderness of Judea, a barren, dry, and desolate area. It would be a place of severe testing where He would encounter the works and wiles of the devil, a real being whose aim was to try and tempt Jesus to abuse HIs power, lose His faith, or submit to the ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 28:11-15, Matthew 4:1-11, 1 Peter 5:8, Isaiah 14:7-12, Revelation 20:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Authority Of The Inspired Word Of God Series

Contributed by Kory Labbe on Aug 3, 2025

WE BELIEVE the Bible is the verbally inspired and only infallible (incapable of being wrong) and authoritative (having authority over beliefs and conduct) written Word of God (2 Timothy 3:15–17; 2 Peter 1:21).

Today we start a new series on foundations and there is nothing more foundational for believing in Christ than the understanding of the scriptures. WE BELIEVE the Bible is the verbally inspired and only infallible (incapable of being wrong) and authoritative (having authority over beliefs and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:15-17, 2 Peter 1:21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Worshiper Who Draws Near To The Bible

Contributed by Barnabas Park on Aug 11, 2025

Christian worship is a thankful response to God’s mercy, giving our lives as living sacrifices. It means not following the world but being changed by filling our minds with Scripture to know God’s will.

“A worshiper who draws near to the Bible” Therefore, brothers and sisters, because God’s mercy is so great, I urge you to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2, 1 Corinthians 10:31

Denomination: Baptist

Addicts Victorious In Christ

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 27, 2009

A plan for ministering to addicts according to Scripture

“Addicts Victorious in Christ” The first and possibly the most important fact is the attitude of the addict concerning their addiction. Unless a Biblical understanding of their addiction is acknowledged there will be no real victory over an addiction for the Bible clearly states: “Let no man ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Train Yourself To Be Godly

Contributed by Dean Morgan on Sep 13, 2004

In urging Timothy to train himself in godliness, Paul borrowed a term from the realm of athletics. The verb which is variously translated in different versions of the Bible as “exercise,” “discipline,” or “train” originally referred to the training of yo

TEXT: 1 Timothy 4:7 TITLE: TRAIN YOURSELF TO BE GODLY The apostle Paul did not take for granted the godliness of his spiritual son Timothy. Though Timothy had been his companion and co-laborer for a number of years, Paul still felt it necessary to write to him, “(exercise) train yourself to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Rediscovering His Love: The Wounds Of Jesus, His Head Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Apr 21, 2011

Objective: A communion meditation for Good Friday of Holy Week, part 4 of a 4 part series on “Rediscovering His Love: The Wounds of Jesus.”

Good Friday of Holy Week REDISCOVERING HIS LOVE: THE WOUNDS OF JESUS, HIS HEAD* (Isaiah 50:6) Objective: A communion meditation for Good Friday of Holy Week, part 4 of a 4 part series on “Rediscovering His Love: The Wounds of Jesus.” Good Friday Prayer on Christ’s Passion O crucified Jesus, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 50:6

Denomination: Nazarene

In Remembrance Of Me

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Mar 18, 2006

A Communmion Meditation - guiding our thoughts to remember the Lord’s Pattern in Life; Pain in Death;Powerful Resurrection and Promised Return

I Corinthians 11:24 “Do this in remembrance of me." We are to remember I HIS PATTERN FOR LIFE II HIS PAIN IN DEATH III HIS POWERFUL RESURRECTION IV HIS PROMISED RETURN +++++++ I HIS PATTERN FOR LIFE John 13:15 I have set you an example, in order that you too may practice what I have done to you. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Battleground

Contributed by Ed Warfield on Feb 29, 2008

The true knowledge of God is more than a good quiet time or meditating on the Word – it involves the manifestation of the life of God in & thru us

The Battleground – 2 Corinthians 10:4-5 Intro.: The true knowledge of God is more than a good quiet time or meditating on the Word – it involves the manifestation of the life of God in & thru us. The true knowledge of God is a powerful, experiential knowledge that goes much deeper than an ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:4-5

Denomination: Charismatic

Elizabeth

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jun 19, 2013

When there was all reason for her to burst crackers and enjoy, yet, Elizabeth chose to sit in His presence and meditate on the glory of the miracle.

Elizabeth! Luke 1:24 “Now after those days his wife Elizabeth conceived; and she hid herself five months..” I was particularly awed by the humility of Elizabeth in hushing up her pregnancy after conceiving at a pretty old age in her life. When there was all reason for her to burst ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:18-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hate What God Hates. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 30, 2025

In this sermon , we'll explore what the Bible says about what God hates and how we can cultivate a similar perspective.

As followers of God, we are called to align our hearts and minds with His. This includes embracing what He loves and rejecting what He hates. In this sermon , we'll explore what the Bible says about what God hates and how we can cultivate a similar perspective. What God Hates 1. Pride - ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:5

Transformed By Truth: The Everlasting Word Of God Isaiah 40:8 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 18, 2024

Isaiah 40:8 is a timeless truth which reminds us of the enduring nature of God's Word in a world where everything else is temporary.

Transformed by Truth: The Everlasting Word of God Isaiah 40:8 Introduction Today, we are focusing on the timeless truth found in the book of Isaiah. Let's read together: Isaiah 40:8 (NLT): "The grass withers and the flowers fade, but the word of our God stands forever." This ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:8, 1 John 2:17, Matthew 24:35, Hebrews 4:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Joy In Sorrow Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 16, 2023

In your sorrow, find joy in God, the Holy Spirit; find joy in the Resurrection of Christ, God’s Son; and find joy in prayer to your Heavenly Father.

There’s an old and ancient Chinese proverb which says, if you wish to be happy for one hour, get intoxicated. If you wish to be happy for three days, get married. If you wish to be happy for eight days, kill your pig and eat it. If you wish to be happy forever, learn to fish. (Chinese proverb, ...read more

Scripture: John 16:1-33, John 14:26

Denomination: Evangelical Free

God's Word Is Always Refreshing PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 7, 2024

This sermon encourages Christians to eagerly study and apply God's Word, emphasizing its transformative power and role as a guide in life's trials.

Beloved in Christ, I stand before you today, not as a distant preacher on a lofty pulpit, but as your fellow sojourner in this walk of faith, to share with you a message that I believe is crucial in our Christian journey. It's a message that has the potential to transform our lives, to bring us ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 15:16, Acts 17:10-12

Topics: Word, Everything, Need

How The Holy Spirit Protects Us From People Who Would Use The Scriptures For Their Selfish Ambitions

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. The Holy Spirit protects us from manipulators of the scripture by teaching us to be discerning of truth.

1. The Holy Spirit protects us from manipulators of the scripture by teaching us to be discerning of truth. Many Pharisaical leaders have learned how to use the scripture as a club to manipulate people for their own selfish gain. The Holy Spirit gives us a discerning mind to help us distinguish ...read more

Scripture: John 16:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How The Holy Spirit Protects Us From People Who Would Use The Scriptures For Their Selfish Ambitions

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

How the Holy Spirit Protects Us From People Who Would Use the Scriptures for Their Selfish Ambitions

How the Holy Spirit Protects Us From People Who Would Use the Scriptures for Their Selfish Ambitions (Mark 7:11,12) Illustration:Get the right perspective. When Goliath came against the Israelites, the soldiers all thought, "He’s so big we can never kill him." David looked at the same giant and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:11-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational