Sermons on Reliability Of The Gospels:

What Do We Know For Sure?

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Nov 19, 2002

In this day & age, sometimes it is difficult to know what is true & what is false. But surely, there are some things we can count on, some things we can know for sure. Just what do we know for sure?

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (Revised: 2019) GOD WANTS US TO BE SURE! TEXT: 1 John 5:11-13; John 10:14,27-28; Romans 8:31-39 What do we know for sure? ILL. The great preacher, John Wesley, once said, “When I was young I was sure of everything. But after a few years, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:11-13, John 10:14, John 10:27-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Called To Worship; Equipped To Serve

Contributed by Anne Benefield on Jan 29, 2009

The work of a believer begins with worship of God. Although we benefit from worship, worship is for God.

Called to Worship, Equipped to Serve Psalm 62:5-12; Mark 1:14-20 The Reverend Anne Benefield Geneva Presbyterian Church, January 25, 2009 Introduction: Mark’s gospel begins abruptly. In the first thirteen verses, we learn that John the Baptist proclaimed the coming of the Messiah, and that John ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Bible Is Trustworthy

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Aug 3, 2014

An examination of the internal and external evidence which testifies to the reliability of the Bible as God's Word.

Is the Bible trustworthy in its claim to be God's Word? I can definitely say that there are sound evidences to support the position that the Bible's claim to be Divinely-inspired is trustworthy. There are both internal and external evidences that the Bible is truly God's Word. The internal ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Bible - Why Bother? #4 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Nov 1, 2019

The inspiration of the writers of scripture, and the sovereign work of the Holy Spirit in determining the canon of scripture, the ongoing impact of the scriptures in our lives and in the Christian mission give us complete confidence in the authority and reliability of the Bible.

So then, dear friends, since you are looking forward to this, make every effort to be found spotless, blameless and at peace with him. 15 Bear in mind that our Lord’s patience means salvation, just as our dear brother Paul also wrote you with the wisdom that God gave him. 16 He writes the same way ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:14-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Can Anyone Find A Trumpet?

Contributed by Glenn Robinson on Aug 23, 2002

This sermon uses archeology, statistics, and tests of ancient documents to prove the reliability of the Bible.

In Biblical times they blew a trumpet as a call to war. I COR 14:8 For if the trumpet give an uncertain sound, who shall prepare himself to the battle ? The Church needs to give a clear, concise message about the Bible. Can anyone find a Trumpet ? Its time to blow the trumpet. The Bible is a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Dangers Of Religion

Contributed by Tim White on Feb 9, 2017

Paul addresses the dangers of hiding behind religion to avoid a relationship with God.

Last week, from Romans 1, we saw how people get so far from God, God gives them up to their vile choices and futile minds. That is the most tragic story in the Bible. We pointed out that all of us are susceptible to the same spiral stairway. Even believers, even Churches, can become cold towards ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Follow-First Step

Contributed by Jim Caswell on Mar 7, 2017

Following Jesus begins with a first step to listen and then trust enough to follow.

Title: Follow-First Step Place: BLCC Date: 3/19/17 Text: Matthew 4.18-22; Luke 5.1-11 CT: Following Jesus begins with a first step to listen and then trust enough to follow. [Screen 1] FAS: Much of the world looks upon the adrenaline junkies who jump out of "perfectly good airplanes" as crazy, but ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

God Is Faithful Series

Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jan 5, 2012

In our day of broken promises, dirty politics, corporate mergers, made-to-be-broken sports contracts, meaningless marital vows we don't see much real faithfulness. How's this for faithfulness? Luke 16:17

For the last 36 years, Don Gorske of Fon Du Lac, Wisconsin, has eaten a Big Mac for lunch - every day. Over 23,000 in total. He doesn't miss a lunch. He's predictable. Where do you think he'll be today at about noon? You guessed it - at McDonald's! But Don has nothing on God. God is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:13

Denomination: Baptist

Guided By Truth: The Transforming Power Of God's Word Proverbs 30:5-6 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 7, 2024

Discover the transformative power of God's truth and the importance of honouring His Word in our lives. In exploring these verses, we dive into the rich tapestry of God's Word, discovering its essence, its protective nature, and the call to reverence its sacredness.

Guided by Truth: The Transforming Power of God's Word Proverbs 30:5-6 Introduction: Today, we gather to explore the timeless wisdom found in God's Word, particularly in Proverbs 30:5-6, which reads, "Every word of God proves true. He is a shield to all who come to him for protection. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 30:5-6, Psalm 119:160, Psalm 91:4, Deuteronomy 4:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Importance Of Being Paul Series

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Sep 16, 2008

God will use your past history, good, bad and even what you see as irrelevant to further the Gospel in your life today.

The Apostle Paul has been accused of not being the real thing. Paul is being accused of not being authentic, he is accused of being a slick salesman rather than a true disciple. Is Paul reliable? Is Paul authentic? Are his writings to be taken seriously? Can we trust Paul and his understanding of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:10-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Let Your Conscience Be Your Guide Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jul 22, 2016

My conscience isn't a reliable guide in determining the difference between right and wrong

Series: Mythbusters “Let Your Conscience be Your Guide” 1 Corinthians 4:3-4 Open We turn back to our series called Mythbusters this morning. We’ve been looking at some spiritual myths that people believe and live their lives by. Spiritual mythology is dangerous. It ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:3-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Da Vinci Code: Man-Made Of God-Breathed? Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on May 22, 2006

An answer to Dan Brown’s attack on the reliability and authenticity of Scriptue in "The Da Vinci Code."

Cracking the Da Vinci Code: Man-made or God Breathed? 2 Timothy 3:14-17 Sir Leigh Teabing is one of Dan Brown’s main characters in The Da Vinci Code. Teabing is a British knight who has spent his entire adult life in search of the Holy Grail. It is Teabing who reveals the secrets of the Da ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Methodist

The Gospel - Faith Alone In Christ Alone

Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Nov 13, 2000

Many Bible verses including the illustration of the Thief On The Cross teach that salvation is by faith alone in Jesus Christ alone.

The Gospel - Faith Alone In Christ Alone (Luke 23:32-43; Matthew 27:41-44; Ephesians 2:8-9) [HTML formatted version and handouts are located ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43, Matthew 27:41-44

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"God's Glorious Gospel Glows In The Dark”

Contributed by Daniel Schroeder on Dec 29, 2001

Christmas lights and decorations still up means you are celebrating Christmas, the Gentile Christmas - Epiphany. On this festival we celebrate that the Savior born in Bethlehem shines out good news to all nations that he is the Savior of all.

“God’s Glorious Gospel Glows In The Dark” I. Lighting up the sin-darkened world II. Attracting people from all nations Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, I suppose its not too late to find people still celebrating the Christmas season in Jackson. Yes, you probably have seen a few ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

No Other Gospel: Total Depravity And Free Will Series

Contributed by Keith Bunch on Jan 5, 2002

Does man choose God or does God choose man? What does the Bible say about Free will?

Pastor Keith R. Bunch Antioch Baptist Church of Dandridge, Tennessee 1. How to be saved: (Eph. 2:8-9) "For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: not of works, lest any man should boast." 2. What does it mean to be saved (Born again)? To have ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:6-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed