Sermons on Pure Knowledge:

Knowledge Puffs Up But Love Builds Up

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Sep 24, 2007

We have a lot of knowledge in the Christian church today. Unfortunately, we don’t have enough love.

"Young Goodman Brown" by Nathaniel Hawthorne tells the story of a young man named Goodman Brown who meets up with the devil one night and takes a walk to a secret meeting only to find that every upstanding person in the community knows the devil by name. Even his saintly wife knows the devil ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

The Beatitudes - Continued - 4 Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Mar 14, 2016

Blessed are the pure in heart, the peace makers, and those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake

I. Introduction A. Two gas company servicemen, a senior training supervisor and a young trainee, were out checking meters in a suburban neighborhood. They parked their truck the end of the alley and worked their way to the other end. At the last house, a woman looking out her kitchen window ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8-12

Denomination: Baptist

What Do You See? (Hix)

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Nov 3, 2013

C.S. Lewis said "It is safe to tell the pure in heart that they shall see God, for only the pure in heart want to."

Matthew 5:8-Blessed are the pure in heart, For they shall see God. The admissions committee of a private Christian college was interviewing candidates. The committee asked all the candidates a certain set of questions, and the replies were much the same. “What will you do after you gain admission ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Believer's Life Of Holiness

Contributed by Patrick Agbonkpolor on Jan 16, 2021

The holiness of life is a necessity for every professing Christian. It is the visa that grants us access to God's Kingdom for without it no man can see the Lord.

TOPIC: BELIEVER'S LIFE OF HOLINESS. TEXT: HEBREWS 12:14.; LEVITICUS 19:2 Hebrews 12:14 Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord: Leviticus 19:2 Speak unto all the congregation of the children of Israel and say unto them, Ye shall be holy: for I the ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 19:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Beatitudes- Part 2 Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 17, 2020

Teaching about kingdom attributes, Jesus showed that true righteousness goes beyond the superficial teachings of the Pharisees.

The Beatitudes- Part 2 Mathew 5:7-10 Teaching about more kingdom attributes, Jesus continued to show that true righteousness goes beyond the superficial teachings of the Pharisees. SLIDE #1 INTRODUCTION • Today we will are into part two of the Beatitudes! • The first four that we explored ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lesson 15. The Specific Evidence Of Response (James 1:26-27) Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 26, 2021

Obedience to God’s Word is never mandated nor vainly beneficial. It is transformational. Following God’s Word changes us. Certain things will follow. Obedience will make a difference, and as James shows us, he gives us examples of some of the changes to come.

Tom Lowe 2/7/2021 Text: James 1:26-27 (KJV) 26If any man among you seem to be religious, and bridleth not his tongue, but deceiveth his ...read more

Scripture: James 1:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

Agape Love

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 29, 2022

Have you ever wondered why God is so good to lost people when they do not reciprocate in their feelings toward Him?

Illus: Perhaps the answer can be illustrated by the story of the little girl who went to her mother to show her some fruit her friend gave her. The mother said, “Your friend has been very kind.” “Yes,” said the child, “She gave me more; but I gave some away.” When her mother asked who she gave ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Denomination: Baptist

Chirst Is Our Only Hope

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jan 12, 2019

How we need to have more hope.

CHIRST IS OUR ONLY HOPE 1. One and only one. Hebrews 6: 18 That by two immutable things, in which it was impossible for God to lie, we might have a strong consolation, who have fled for refuge to lay hold upon the hope set before us: 19 Which hope we have ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:18

Denomination: Baptist

Abigail- A Woman Of Strength And Courage Series

Contributed by Neil Partington on Jun 28, 2007

Men do dumb things from time to time. Nabal was drunk and refused to help David out. Thanks to Abigail, Nabal’s life was spared. Abigail acted is a model that we all need to follow.

This morning, we are going to begin a new series on women in the Bible. This is a series that I would like to preach on for the rest of the summer I did this series several years ago and received a lot of good feedback So often, we focus on the men in the Bible and we forget about the other ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 25:12-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Clean On The Inside Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jun 10, 2008

As we learn to honor God through purity, our ability to see Him will increase. The Reality, Reception, and Reward of a Pure Heart.

Living in the Father’s Favor: Clean on the Inside Matthew 5:8 Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. Intro: The machine that usually did the job was broken. And so they hired a man to paint lines on a newly resurfaced portion of a remote highway. The first day he painted 9 miles, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Be In The Know (Part Two)

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Feb 4, 2019

Last week I talked about how we need to realize how little we know. We might know a lot of information but what about spiritual things? God wants everyone to come to a knowledge of the truth. Then we need to grow in our knowledge. There are some things we need to have along with knowledge.

BE IN THE KNOW (part two) To be in the know means to be knowledgeable about something or to have access to information about something; especially if it's exclusive. It means to be aware or well-informed on a topic that's not widely known. The topic of Jesus is widely known but when it ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18, Colossians 2:2-4, 2 Chronicles 1:10, Psalm 119:66, Colossians 1:9-10, Philippians 1:9-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

An Exposition Of 1 Peter, Part 8: The Pure Milk

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Nov 17, 2021

Growing in Christ makes us strong in tough times.

An Exposition of 1 Peter, part 8: The Pure Milk 1 Peter 2:1-3 Introduction In the last study Peter told us of the importance of sincere love among the brethren. Love must not be hypocritical. This is necessary for believers at all times as it is a reflection of the love of God. It serves as a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Chasing After The Wind

Contributed by Melvin Newland on May 4, 2015

Let's look at the Book of Ecclesiastes & review some of the things that Solomon tells us about his life - when he came to the edge of the cliff, what he saw, & the conclusions he reached.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK ILL. Billy Graham once wrote, "I've met so many entertainment stars whose day is past. How unhappy & lonely & empty they feel. I've talked with many athletes & former political leaders who feel the same way. ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Can't A Christian Do?

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 30, 2025

Don’t live close to the edge, but in the center of God’s will.

A. AN ANALYSIS OF THE PROBLEM 1. It’s becoming acceptable to call some Christians legalists, because the critic disagrees with their issues of separation from the world. 2. It becomes easy to do some questionable practices because they are seen on television, movies, or seen in the lives of ...read more

Scripture: James 4:17, Galatians 5:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On The Power Of Words

Contributed by William Meakin on Dec 27, 2021

Words are one of the most powerful and effective means of communication in life.

Anthony Jay Robbins, often known as Tony Robbins, an American author and philanthropist once remarked: “Throughout human history, our greatest leaders and thinkers have used the power of words to transform our emotions, to enlist us in their causes, and to shape the course of destiny. Words can not ...read more

Scripture: John 17:17, Isaiah 40:8, Proverbs 30:5, Isaiah 55:11