Sermons on Private Interpretation:

Approved And Affirmed Series

Contributed by Louis Bartet on Aug 29, 2007

Paul’s battle to preserve the Gospel of Grace!

SERIES TITLE: GALATIANS - A STUDY IN BASIC CHRISTIANITY SERMON TITLE: Approved and Affirmed (Lesson Four) SERMON TEXT: Galatians 2:1-10 1 Then after an interval of fourteen years I went up again to Jerusalem with Barnabas, taking Titus along also. 2 And it was because of a revelation that I went ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Challenge Of Conformity

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Mar 13, 2013

A message preached at a legislative prayer breakfast to challenge listeners to stay true to their convictions.

“The Challenge of Conformity” Dan 3:1-30 ********** Daniel 3:1 Nebuchadnezzar the king made an image of gold, whose height was threescore cubits, and the breadth thereof six cubits: he set it up in the plain of Dura, in the province of Babylon. INTRODUCTION: What is conformity? ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

How To Intepret Difficult Passages

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 14, 2001

How to Intepret Difficult Passages

How To Deal With Problems In the Bible 1. Believe that the Bible is the word of God without error, completely true, and entirely inspired by God. Once you approach the scriptures with this presupposition it is just a matter of time before you will see that there are no contradictions, errors, or ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Forgotten By God Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

Joseph’s life is a roller coaster ride with incredible highs and depressing lows. Last week we saw the first “big dip” and this week – sold into slavery and falsely accused Today, we observe the second “big dip” in the life of Joseph, forgotten in prison.

The story acts like a mini-novel tucked away at the end of Genesis. With every turn of the page, you find yourself saying, “You’re not going to believe what happens next!” Joseph’s life is a roller coaster ride with incredible highs and depressing lows. Last week we saw the first “big dip” and this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Five Levels Of Commitment To Jesus

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Sep 22, 2004

This is a sermon outline identifying the Five Circles of Commitment (Rick Warren’s concept) in the ministry of Jesus. It could be useful for training core believers, or as a discipleship sermon. *HANDOUT INCLUDED* www.newstartdiscipleship.com/day1

For new Christian discipleship, check out http://sales.newstartdiscipleship.com -------- Let me ask you this: How many levels of commitment are there to Jesus? What are the different levels of people’s commitment to Jesus? <FEEDBACK> I want you to look with me at the ministry of Jesus, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:16

Denomination: Holiness

Paul A Spiritual Grandfather Lesson 12 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 5, 2016

Paul, A disciple-making Grandparent

“And the things that you have heard from me among many witnesses, commit these to faithful men who will be able to teach others also” (II Tim. 2:2). Spiritual Grandfather – Paul – Disciple-maker Son in ministry – Timothy – Learner Third Generation – ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:2

Denomination: Baptist

Who Will Never Die?

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 1, 2017

Let’s examine John 11:1-45, the resurrection of Lazarus and the One who dares to call himself “the resurrection and the life.”

Intro What kind of life would we lead if we were guaranteed not to die? How would we live if we knew already that we were immortal? Goal Let’s realize that immortality is a reality in Christ. Plan Let’s examine John 11:1-45, the resurrection of Lazarus and the One who dares to call himself ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Denomination: Baptist

Nazirites (Numbers 6)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 6, 2024

What can Christians learn from the Nazirites? Let's look at Numbers 6.

Do we devote time to God? Do we fast and pray? A Nazirite (or Nazarite) was someone who voluntarily devoted themselves to God for a period of time. Jesus was a Nazarene, from Nazareth, not a Nazirite. Let’s look at Numbers 6. What if a man or woman volunteered to separate themselves to God for a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Church Workers As Role Models Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 7, 2025

Church workers are often the first example of Christian life that others see, especially new believers and young people.

CHURCH WORKERS AS ROLE MODELS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Timothy 4:12 Supporting Texts: Matthew 5:14-16, Philippians 2:14-15, Titus 2:7-8, 1 Peter 2:12 INTRODUCTION: The role of church workers is a sacred calling. Beyond fulfilling duties like teaching, singing, ushering, or leading ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Baker, Butler, And The Peace Maker

Contributed by Ronnie Morris on Jul 8, 2007

. There is hardly a more precise picture of the work of Christ on the cross, than is found here in this body of scripture. We can best glean the truths from these verses by focusing on the prisoners’ failure, their friend, and their future.

The Baker, Butler and the Peace Maker Text: Gen. 40 Introduction: Joseph had been rejected by his brothers, sold into slavery in Egypt, falsely accused and sentence to the prison. It was while in prison that Joseph meets two prisoners of the Pharaoh. Joseph was assigned to them and during their ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 40:1-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sermon On The Grass Is Not Always Greener...

Contributed by William Meakin on Sep 10, 2024

The Grass Is Always Greener On The Other Side is a singular, speculative, but focused idiom that suggests the indeterminable fallacy that other people or places in one’s imagination always appear to be in a better, or more acceptable cachet than oneself.

Kasper Schmeichel, a Danish football goalkeeper once remarked: “The grass is not always greener on the other side. It is about recognizing what you do have and being grateful for what you do have.” Philippians 4:11-12 reminds us: “Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:11, Jeremiah 17:7-8, Ezekiel 17:24, Genesis 3:22

Vote Biblically

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Apr 27, 2006

VOTE BIBLICALLY How should a Christian Vote? Should we just vote the party line or does God hold us to a different standard than the Democrats and Rebulicans? Let’s learn to let God direct us at the ballot box.

VOTE BIBLICALLY How should a Christian Vote? Philippians 3:20—Ephesians 2:19 As a Christian we have a dual citizenship. I believe all of us here today are US citizens (some who live in the US still retain citizenship of their home nation such as Canada, Mexico or other nations). However, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Essentials Of Faith Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Aug 31, 2008

Faith is daring the soul to go beyond what the eyes can see. We should not put our trust in any other person or thing but in Christ [God] alone. They are all mortal but God alone is immortal. Our faith grows and is build through prayer, fasting and hear

Opening illustration: During the 2nd week of our being at Valley we encountered a situation where we had to exercise our faith to the extreme. [Dealing with an incident of a person who was possessed.] Let us look into a passage where we see the disciples lack of faith and being exhorted by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:14-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Equal Value, Different Roles Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 8, 2019

God has created males and females with equal value but different roles. This sermon includes a biblical overview of the roles of men and women, and then explores two important New Testament passages.

Introduction: A. Last week, I shared a special sermon on the need for empathy in our lives. 1. It is really a timely subject and I appreciate the positive feedback I received. I hope we will put it into practice. 2. Today we will continue to take a break from our series on Romans and go back and ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Last Words To Titus Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Mar 28, 2021

Paul gives Titus his last words on the false teachers, divisive people in the church, his ministry team, and faithful friends.

Last Words to Titus Titus 3:9-15 Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 03-28-2021 Forest I love the way that Forrest Gump told stories. As he experienced the fantastic events, he would describe them so matter of fact that people thought he was making things up. But when he came to the ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:9-15

Denomination: Baptist