Sermons on Private Interpretation:

Dancing With Wolves

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 17, 2023

The false prophets dance around the cost of discipleship, but dancing slippers don’t suit the hard road that leads to the narrow gate, and the wolves never warn their people that they need hiking boots instead

I am trying to navigate the theological tsunami that is threatening to permanently alter the face of our denomination. The amendments to the constitution regarding ordination standards, diversity, inclusiveness, interpretation of Scripture, and so on, are incredibly important to our identity as a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-19, Revelation 22:18-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Are The Odds? Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Oct 3, 2023

Jesus' life, death, and resurrection were prophesied hundreds of years before they happened, and He willingly sacrificed Himself to pay the price for our sins because of His love for us.

Here's the deal with Easter: God did something only He could do to pull off something only He could pull off. We all mess up, right? Who here has ever snuck a cookie before dinner or maybe 'forgot' to do their chores? Yeah, I thought so. Well, the Bible says that every time we do something wrong, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 52:13-15, Isaiah 53:1-12

Topics: Prophecies, Sacrifice, Jesus, Biblical Interpretation

The Perspective Of Praise Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jun 18, 2007

A series emphasizing private worship

The Hallelujah Factor Series Based upon Jack Taylor’s book The Hallelujah Factor The Perspective of Praise June 17, 2007 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction A One of the six purposes of our churches is to worship God, praise. 1 Mouse: Will ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 145:21

Denomination: Baptist

2 Peter 1:12-21 Series

Contributed by Aaron Mitchell on Dec 16, 2015

What is Peter's goal in writing the Book?

1. Peter's admonishment 12 Wherefore I will not be negligent to put you always in remembrance of these things, though ye know them, and be established in the present truth. 13 Yea, I think it meet, as long as I am in this tabernacle, to stir you up by putting you in remembrance; 14 knowing that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:12-21

Denomination: Baptist

Preserving Your Spiritual Heritage—part 2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 2, 2002

Part 2 of 2. The sons of Israel zealously protected/preserved their spiritual heritage. God’s people must preserve their spiritual heritage. 9 Challenges toward preserving our spiritual heritage.

PRESERVING YOUR SPIRITUAL HERITAGE-II—Joshua 22:10-34 Jack & John/Entrepreneurs/Bungee jumping business in Casa del Sol, Mexico/Opened for business—Large crowd, rough looking(sticks & bats)—No one buying tickets/ To get crowd excited, John jumped/ John came back up with shirt torn/Quickly ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 22:10-34

Denomination: Baptist

John Chapter 14 Series

Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Sep 20, 2001

The Private Ministry of Jesus follows His Public Ministry. Jesus’ Private Ministry prepares His followers for what lies ahead.

John Chapter 14 Read John 14:1-14 People all over the world are seeking comfort as they long for peace and joy in their hearts. Jesus alone can bring that comfort, peace and joy. When you leave this Bible study today, you will go to our parking lot, get in your car and go home. Do you believe ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Languages & Liturgy

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 16, 2021

How should a church handle languages and liturgy for the benefit of all. Let's look at 1 Corinthians 14.

How should a church handle languages and liturgy for the benefit of all. 1 Corinthians 14:1-25 Profit 1 Corinthians 14:1 Follow after charity, and desire spiritual gifts, but rather that ye may prophesy. Love is our highest goal, but prophecy or sharing the mind of God, is of special benefit to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Will Christians Go Through The Tribulation Period? (I) Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Dec 15, 2020

This is the first of a series exploring the question: Will Christians go through the Tribulation Period? A sound foundation for answering the question must first be laid. This message addresses the Method being used to interpret biblical prophecy.

The rapid changes we have experienced in 2020 has caused many of us to think more about the end times. Think about how dramatically the world has changed since March. It makes one wonder what changes are coming in the days ahead. Will the pace of change continue? Will it slow down? Will it ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 10:4, 1 Timothy 5:18, Deuteronomy 25:4, Psalm 57:4, Galatians 5:25, 2 Peter 1:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Majesty Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Mar 25, 2019

Today we will discuss the meaning of the transfiguration and its affects upon our faith.

Introduction: • What we will address today is not necessarily the next Red Letters of our series but it fits here beautifully as a discussion of the Majesty, Glory and Splendor of our Savior. • Today we will discuss the meaning of the transfiguration and its affects upon our faith. • We will ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36, 2 Peter 1:16-21

Denomination: Church Of God

Proclaiming A Fast

Contributed by Timothy Finch on Mar 9, 2006

Explores the value and purposes of fasting privately and corporately.

I. Fasting Defined: Refraining from eating and/or drinking. A. Three degrees or types of fasting are mentioned in Scripture. 1. Normal Fast - total abstinence from food (Matthew 4:1-2 & Luke 4:1-2). a. Matthew 4:1-2 1 Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the desert to be tempted ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

Santified In The Lord - Get In The Boat Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 17, 2011

Peter’s theme throughout the 1st book is one of suffering. We continue in this difficult passage as a part of the whole. Learn what it is to be Sanctified in the LORD and in the 'same boat'.

2011.01.16b.Sermon Sanctified in the LORD (part 2) 1 Peter 3:13-22 Peter’s message on suffering and the hope of our faith continues as a theme throughout the first book. This passage is a difficult passage to traverse without keeping in mind this theme. Last time: 1 Peter 3:8-15 Peter ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Recognizing The Voice Of God Series

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Nov 27, 2010

The best way to hear the voice of God is by reading Scripture attentively.

RECOGNIZING THE VOICE OF GOD Talking and Listening to God -- Part 2 Isaac Butterworth November 28, 2010 John 10:1-6 (NIV) 1 “Very truly I tell you Pharisees, anyone who does not enter the sheep pen by the gate, but climbs in by some other way, is a thief and a robber. 2 The one who enters ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Clarity Of Scripture Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 11, 2010

You are not going to be motivated to study the Scriptures if you do not think you can understand them; but the Scriptures are meant for all believers and can be understood at their basic level.

The Clarity of Scripture 2 Peter 3:1-2, 15-16 1. I was watching a documentary on the English language, and they video transported us to a rural village in part of England where the people are engaging in their rural dialect. Though it was English, I could not understand but a word or two. 2. In ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Survival Of An Active Gospel Ministry

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 9, 2012

John the Baptist decisively/positively identified the Christ. But what must/does active Gospel ministry survive/endure? Active Gospel Ministry must survive/endure...

SURVIVAL Of An ACTIVE GOSPEL MINISTRY—Luke 3:15-22 Attention: A Scout Master was teaching his Boy Scouts about survival in the desert. "What are the three most important things you should bring with you in case you get lost in the desert?" he asked. Several hands went up, & many important ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:15-22

Denomination: Baptist

An Introduction To The Revelation Of Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 23, 2017

This is the first instalment of a Devotional and somewhat Analytic commentary on the book of Revelation.

Just a word of warning. This first instalment is really long. This will not be the case for every instalment. Also, the portion right under the text is a bit academic for some people. The cross-references are there for those of you who want to take this as a challenge, and use these ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-3

Denomination: *other