Sermons on Relying On Understanding:

I Am Worthy Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on May 9, 2021

I want you to know the God you don’t know as well as you should. The study of God, as He reveals Himself in Scripture, is the supreme study of a lifetime. You can know more about God than you do now and you can be closer to Him than you have ever been before.

How many of you had a kaleidoscope growing up? We all at least know what a kaleidoscope is, right? It’s usually a tube that you hold up to the light and see a beautiful picture made up of colorful pieces of glass or stones or paper. You turn the end of the tube and the mirrors rotate and the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 9:23-24

Denomination: United Methodist

The Secret To Knowing God Series

Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Jan 24, 2022

What does it mean to know God? It is not intellectual knowledge about Him. Knowing God involves having a vibrant intimate personal relationship with Him. This relationship should be ongoing, ever growing, and maturing.

1. THE FIRST SPIRITUAL SECRET - Jesus said that God is a Spirit and we must have a spiritual connection. (John 4:24) Therefore, we need the Holy Spirit to make God known to us. Only as we rely on the Holy Spirit as our teacher can we know the Lord and understand His Word. “But the Comforter, which ...read more

Scripture: John 14:26, 2 Peter 1:21, 1 Corinthians 2:9-15, John 4:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Part Three: Understand Your Struggle With Christ Series

Contributed by Luskey Green on Sep 23, 2006

We all struggle to be better, to improve, etc. But struggling in becoming a disciple is a product of pride. The sooner we understand this, the sooner we can make struggle an asset rather than a liability.

Introduction Where are we today? I mean by that, in our study about the Christ and His Church, are we making progress? Are we moving toward Christ or are we satisfied to stay back, keeping our distance? Are we unsure we are willing to make the kind of commitment Jesus Christ wants of us? It is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Man Who Did Not Understand Grace

Contributed by Mark Beaird on Mar 24, 2003

There is certainly more to the story than can be gained by a casual reading. But one thing is for sure, Jonah was a man of contradictions.

THE MAN WHO DID NOT UNDERSTAND GRACE © 5/2001 Mark Beaird Text: Jonah What would you think if I said that the prophet Jonah was hard-hearted, unloving and maybe even a racist? Would that offend you? It really should not, given the facts. We have often overlooked the heart of Jonah and often ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Biblical Understanding Of God's Plan For Israel Series

Contributed by Larry Sarver on Aug 15, 2002

A teaching message on Romans 11:1-15.

Romans Series # 45 July 03, 2002 Title: A Biblical Understanding of God’s Plan for Israel Website: www.newlifeinchrist.info Email: pastorsarver@yahoo.com Introduction: Welcome to New Life in Christ. We are currently in Chapter 11 of Romans as we continue with message #45 of our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Following God: Understanding His Ways Series

Contributed by Dan Morrison on Aug 20, 2002

Christianity is a pursuit not an arrival. What do I mean by that?

Following God: Understanding His ways Today we start a new series, following God. There is also going to be something we will need to remember along with this series. Christianity is a pursuit not an arrival. What do I mean by that? Phil. 3:12-14; Heb.12:1-2; 12-14; 13:15; (continually). 1 ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-28

Denomination: Baptist

Easter - They Didn't Understand

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 24, 2001

In amazement, we wonder, "What's the matter with them? Were they hard of hearing? Why didn't they get the message? Why didn't they understand?" I think there are several answers to that question.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (Revised: 2015) A. The ability to make intelligent & correct decisions is one of the great secrets of successful Christian living. ILL. Even if you aren't a sports fan I think you'll appreciate this story about a college ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:31-34, 1 Corinthians 1:23-24, Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Understanding Your Church's Vision And Doing It

Contributed by Duane Boehm on Feb 14, 2002

This sermon helps pastors to look at their churches vision and see where you’re headed

UNDERSTANDING YOUR CHURCHES VISION AND DOING IT PROV. 29:18 ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Baptist

God's Word Is Not Too Hard To Understand.

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Jul 6, 2001

Year C Sixth Sunday after Pentecost July 15th, 2001 Deuteronomy 30: 9-14 Title: “God’s word is not too hard to understand.”

Year C Sixth Sunday after Pentecost July 15th, 2001 Deuteronomy 30: 9-14 Title: “God’s word is not too hard to understand.” Our text is in the midst of a sermon, the third sermon of the book, delivered by Moses, exhorting the people to fidelity to Yahweh alone by living a way of life ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:9-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Ministry Of The Word: Truth, Understanding & Change

Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000

A. REVIEW The Church of the Saviour at Myersville, Maryland was founded by a group of believers whose goal was to establish a New Testament church in this community, one fully engaged in the ministry of "equipping the saints for the work of the ministry.

A. REVIEW The Church of the Saviour at Myersville, Maryland was founded by a group of believers whose goal was to establish a New Testament church in this community, one fully engaged in the ministry of "equipping the saints for the work of the ministry." We concluded our study last week by ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:11-13

Are We "Left Behind" In Our Understanding?

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on Jan 23, 2002

A response to the movie, "Left Behind".

ARE WE “LEFT BEHIND” IN OUR UNDERSTANDING? By Gerry Pratt ARE WE “LEFT BEHIND” IN OUR UNDERSTANDING? Copyright 2001 By Gerry Pratt Are We “Left Behind” In Our Understanding? Published by: PEPCO ...read more

Scripture: John 5:28-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Peace Which Surpases All Understanding

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Jun 2, 2004

Only God can give us perfect peace even in the midst of trouble. In this sermon you will learn how to have the peace that the world cannot have or even understand.

*Philippians 4: 4-9 “And the peace of God which passes all understanding shall keep your hearts and mind through Christ Jesus”. #1) What is the peace of God? All Christians have peace with God. That comes automatically when you accept His son. But the peace of God is more than having ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Understand Jesus' Life Of Humble Service! Series

Contributed by Chad Wright on Mar 30, 2004

The second in a series on Lenten symbols, this sermon focuses on Jesus’ humble life of service first as our Substitute and secondly to be an example to his followers of humble service.

3 Jesus knew that the Father had put all things under his power, and that he had come from God and was returning to God; 4 so he got up from the meal, took off his outer clothing, and wrapped a towel around his waist. 5 After that, he poured water into a basin and began to wash his disciples’ feet, ...read more

Scripture: John 13:3-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Understanding The Judgment Of God (Pt 1) Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Mar 7, 2008

The 5th in the series on Paul’s letter to Rome.

Romans – God’s Glorious Gospel Understanding the Judgment of God Romans 2:1-16 * It was on a Monday in 1994 that I first heard the news. Actually, that Monday was my Mom and Dad’s anniversary (June 13). From the news on the radio I heard, “Last night in Los Angeles the x-wife of O. J. Simpson and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Halloween - Understanding It's Origins And Practices

Contributed by Cris Willis on Dec 27, 2007

The festivities on Halloween were once the Christian’s way of laughing at death and evil, something we can do in certain hope of Christ’s victory over the powers of darkness. The opportunity for the Christian Church lies in how we treat the holiday “Hallo

“Understanding the History and Practice of Halloween” Text: II Corinthians 6:11-18; Ephesians 5:3-16 Introduction: Since the eighth century Christians have celebrated All Saints’ Day on November 1 to celebrate the known and unknown Christian Saints. Saints are not just those whom the Church has ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:11-18

Denomination: Church Of God