Sermons on Public Bible Reading:

Some Unique Animal Accounts In The Bible

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Jul 11, 2018

If there’s one thing the Bible isn’t short on, it’s weird animal stories. Such tales include Noah’s Ark, Jonah and the whale, and Daniel in the lion’s den—well-known narratives that point to an incredibly creative God who uses whatever He desires to bring

Some Unique Animal accounts in the Bible If there’s one thing the Bible isn’t short on, it’s weird animal stories. Such tales include Noah’s Ark, Jonah and the whale, and Daniel in the lion’s den—well-known narratives that point to an incredibly creative God who uses whatever He desires to bring ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6, 2 Kings 2:23-24, Acts 28:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Bible Study Of John 3:16

Contributed by Matthew Cox on Jan 27, 2014

This bible study will look at what we received from the actions taken in John 3:16

What did we receive from the actions taken in John 3:16 1. We received a savior from death eternal. 2. We received a postion in heaven. 3. We received a role model to encourage us when we get weak. ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: *other

How The Bible Moves Us To Praise Series

Contributed by Paul Robinson on Jan 17, 2023

For the Christian, God’s Word should lead to praise. Along with prayer, service, and witnessing, praise should be an active part of the Christian life. As with all of these qualities, praise is connected to the Bible.

God promised the Israelites that He would lead them out of bondage and into the Promised Land. How sad that they did not believe His words until after they saw victory over the Egyptians. For the Christian, God’s Word should lead to praise. Along with prayer, service, and witnessing, praise ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 106:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

Discerning The Voice Of God: Is It In Line With The Bible?

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Sep 2, 2024

How do we discern if what we hear preached is actually a word from God? What does the voice of God sound like?

There are a lot of voices in our world today that claim to be speaking for God. How do we discern if what we hear preached is actually a word from God? What does the voice of God sound like? God speaks in many ways. Sometimes, He speaks in a spectacular way and at other times He speaks through ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Eagle In The Bible: A Symbol Of The Christian Life Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 10, 2025

The eagle symbolises the Christian life of strength, vision, renewal, perseverance, and divine protection.

THE EAGLE IN THE BIBLE: A SYMBOL OF THE CHRISTIAN LIFE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 40:31 Key Verse: “But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.” (Isaiah ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What The Bible Teaches About Baptism

Contributed by Grant Adams on Sep 26, 2021

Baptism is an outward picture of an inward change that happened at salvation. It is the first act of obedience to our new life in Christ.

The Great Commission of evangelizing the world was given to the New Testament church. Our job is not complete until the convert is baptized. The burden rests upon the church to teach the doctrine of baptism. The burden rests upon the convert to conform to it after they have been taught. Many saved ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

A Messiah Who Fulfills Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 26, 2009

Since the Bible is all about Jesus, we must read it, know it, and strive to obey it.

A Messiah Who Fulfills Text: Matt. 5:17-20 Introduction 1. Illustration: Old Testament scholar Christopher Wright states in his book Knowing Jesus Through the Old Testament, "I find myself aware that in reading the Hebrew Scriptures I am handling something that gives me a closer link with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20

Denomination: Methodist

The Word-Centered Life

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jun 22, 2021

This sermon addresses the importance of scripture in the believer's life. Specifically it talks about the importance of a Transformative approach to reading the Bible as opposed to an Informative approach.

Good morning. A quick question. By a show of hands, who loves reading scripture? That is good because I need some volunteers to read some passages from today’s sermon. Thanks for volunteering to read, if you were listening, you know that in some sense they are all connected because they speak to ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1, Matthew 4:4, Deuteronomy 32:35, Hebrews 4:12, Psalm 1:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian Church

Passing The Faith Along

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Jun 11, 2002

Biblical pattern for education, public or otherwise

PASSING THE FAITH ALONG 2 Timothy 2:2 And the things you have HEARD me say in the presence of many witnesses ENTRUST to reliable men who will also be qualified to TEACH others.(2 Timothy 2:2) (NIV) Progressive Steps of Education: Step 3 - OTHERS Step 2 - STUDENT Step 1 - ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:2, 2 Timothy 2:24-26

Denomination: Church Of God

Be Like Jesus

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 2, 2006

Being like Jesus takes more than just reading the bible, we must put it into action!

INTRODUCTION  SLIDE #1  I want you to look closely at the title to the message for today.  Be like Jesus.  All of us at one time or another has wanted to be like someone, we have had someone we were exposed to that inspired us to want to emulate them.  Today ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Open My Eyes, Lord

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 13, 2014

To show that we need to open our facets of learning when reading the Bible to receive from GOD.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you open your eyes when you read the Bible? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to open our facets of learning when reading the Bible to receive from GOD. IV. TEXT: Psalms 119:18 (Amplified Bible) Open my eyes, that I may behold wondrous ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Darkens Counsel

Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 10, 2024

A person without meticulous prayer life, disciplined Bible reading and fasting cannot discern the voice of God.

DARKENS COUNSEL - GOD SPEAKS The way God spoke to me, corrected me, advised me, questioned me, grilled me, examined me and challenged me was like what I read in Job 38: God Speaks Now to Job 1 Then the LORD answered Job out of the whirlwind and said, 2 "Who is this that darkens counsel By ...read more

Scripture: Job 38:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Study The Bible Like A Pro - Class #8e - Methods Of Bible Study - Conclusion Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Sep 13, 2022

The Continuation of Class 8d and the Conclusion of the Course

E. Literary Formats When reading the Bible it becomes evident that it is comprised of many different literary formats each of which is utilized to a different end. Correctly identifying the various types of writing in the Bible is a skill that will enhance your personal Bible study in allowing you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:12, 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Beating The Devil

Contributed by Anthony Seel on Mar 6, 2017

A sermon on Christ's victory over the three temptations of the devil.

The First Sunday of Lent March 5, 2017 St. Andrew’s Church The Rev. M. Anthony Seel, Jr. Matthew 4:1-11 True Spiritual Power On Tuesday (2/28/17), NPR’s On Point program did a segment on “Video Games for Adults.” According to the story, “More adult Americans are playing more video games for more ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

God's Glory Is In My Choosing The Right Road

Contributed by Howard Gunter on May 17, 2018

We always have choices!

Mid-Week Message/Devotion May 16, 2018 Psalm 1 God’s Glory Is In My Choosing the Right Road “Sing psalms! Let joy resound!” – Psalm 98 What’s a Psalter? “The book of Psalms, or psalter, is at the heart of the Bible. It contains 150 singable, God-inspired songs. These songs were written ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational