Sermons on Scriptural Misinterpretation:

Four Helpful Senses Of Scripture Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 27, 2012

We can see in the writing of the story of Cornelius and Jesus's words about the sheepfold very helpful examples of the literal and spiritual senses of Scripture.

Monday of 4th Week of Easter Verbum Domini The richness of today’s Scripture readings should suggest to us a couple of responses. First, we need several hours of study of the text and its meanings. Second, we should, in worshipful awe, spend a few more hours before the Blessed Sacrament ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18

Denomination: Catholic

Reflecting On The Dark Passages Of Scripture Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 12, 2012

As in the story of Judas, there are dark passages in the Bible, but they can help us if we use an interpretation which enables their meaning to emerge in the light of the mystery of Christ.

Feast of St. Matthias 14 May 2012 Verbum Domini Today’s feast gives us an opportunity to reflect on one of the darkest moments in our salvation history. The crucifixion of Jesus was set up by a traitor, Judas “the Iscariot.” It also helps us to consider what the Holy Father and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:15-26

Denomination: Catholic

Surprised By Scripture: Apollos The Eloquent Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Aug 14, 2017

The Bible is full of surprises, and some of the best are characters that pop up in the Book of Acts and then pop right back out again. Apollos the Eloquent is one of them.

Surprised by Scripture: Apollos the Eloquent Series: Acts Charles Sligh August 12, 2017 TEXT: Acts 18:24-28 – “And a certain Jew named Apollos, born at Alexandria, an eloquent man, and mighty in the scriptures, came to Ephesus. 25 This man was instructed in the of the Lord; and being fervent in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:24-28

Denomination: Baptist

Using Scripture To Defeat Worry

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Sep 1, 2017

This message looks at worry as a battle and shares examples of how to use Scripture as a weapon to defeat worry.

EFFECTIVE? Worry is activity without advancement. - Matthew 6:27. - Worry comes naturally to most people. It’s a natural, although sinful, response to many of the problems that we encounter in life. - One of the difficulties with worry is that worry makes us feel like we’re doing something when ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Foundations Of The Faith: The Authority Of Scripture

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 20, 2017

The world and unfortunately the Chuirch is wandering away from the authority of Scripture. The Word of God must be at the forefront of our Christian experience today.

FOUNDATIONS OF THE FAITH: THE AUTHORITY OF SCRIPTURE 2 TIMOTHY 3:1-17 I WANT TO CONTINUE MY SERIES ON THE FOUNDATIONS OF OUR FAITH TODAY, BY LOOKING AT THE AUTHORITY AND INSPIRATION OF THE SCRIPTURES. TODAY WE LIVE IN A TIME OF GREAT CRISIS. FAMILIES ARE BEING DECIMATED BY DIVORCE, SUICIDE RATES ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer Matters (Selected Scriptures)

Contributed by Stanton Winder on Feb 7, 2014

The key to healthy prayer is more than a technique; it is a healthy attitude. Let's look at six attitudes that lead to a satisfying and effective prayer life.

Prayer Attitudes J. C. Ryle once wrote, "If I know anything of a Christian's heart, you are often sick of your own prayers." You go to pray but you can't think of what to say. Or you tell God he's awesome, and a second later you recall that the Honda needs an oil change. You promise God that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Scripture Is Singing In Our Hymns

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Mar 3, 2014

Our battle is to win the world not with weapons that take life but with the gift of eternal life that comes through knowing Christ.

Scripture is singing in our hymns The opening hymn today For the Beauty of the Earth speaks to the awe inspiring beauty that we live in. Truly the earth’s beauty is just that – awe inspiring. I know that I can watch countless television shows that focus on the beauty and majesty of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Choosing To Stand According To The Scriptures

Contributed by Preacher Fo Real on Oct 5, 2012

Through the Holy Spirit of God, what we perceive, we achieve as long as it is within the will of God.

Long before the next growing season, the master gardener carefully selects the desired seeds to be used for the next crop. These ideal seeds are chosen, inspected, and later planted into the prepared soil with the expectation that they will produce. Nevertheless, because of the dangers of disease, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-5

Denomination: *other

Confidence And Success Living The Scriptures

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 7, 2011

To meditate the God’s word is to ponder, mutter or consider it in your mind until it becomes personal revelation. When you discover the deeper meaning behind a scripture, God seems to manifest Himself just for you. He becomes your personal God.

Confidence and Success Living the Scriptures Joshua 1:8-9 This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate in it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:8-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Does Scripture Say? Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 9, 2012

The study seeks to learn how Abraham was saved. If we determine the answer to this question, we will know precisely how we may be saved.

“What does the Scripture say? ‘Abraham believed God, and it was counted to him as righteousness.’” [1] If you have walked in the Faith for very long, you will have been challenged by some dear soul who does not believe the truths of Christ the Lord. Such benighted souls ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:3

Denomination: Baptist

Battling Temptation With Scripture Alone

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 22, 2023

Life is filled with trials and temptations. Sometimes we fail. Jesus was also faced with great tests, but He succeeded. Let’s learn how Jesus battled temptations and won, using scripture. Let’s look at the testing of Christ in Matthew 4:1-11.

Life is filled with trials and temptations. Sometimes we fail. Jesus was also faced with great tests, but He succeeded. Let’s learn how Jesus battled temptations and won, using scripture. Let’s look at the testing of Christ in Matthew 4:1-11. Led by the Spirit When Jesus fasted was it a complete ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Growing Faith Through Scripture

Contributed by Mark Sparks on Dec 4, 2023

Growing Faith Through Scripture

Introduction: Today, we look into the profound responsibility bestowed upon parents by the Old Testament to instill their children's minds with the sacred teachings of Scripture. As we explore Deuteronomy 6:7, we'll uncover the timeless wisdom that emphasizes the role parents play in ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-9

Denomination: Church Of God

Spiritual Disciplines, Scripture Study Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Nov 12, 2022

This message looks at the reasons we need to study God's word

Start by reading three random passages from A Fisherman’s Tale. You may have recognized those passages as random paragraphs from my new book, “A Fisherman’s Tale.” And from those three passages, you probably figured out that the book is about Jesus. It is a retelling of the Gospel from Simon ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Apostolic Testimony And The Authority Of Scripture.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 4, 2022

At the back of Peter’s apostolic testimony to the transfiguration of our Lord lies the foundational authority of the Old Testament Scriptures

THE APOSTOLIC TESTIMONY AND THE AUTHORITY OF SCRIPTURE. 2 Peter 1:16-21. I). THE APOSTOLIC TESTIMONY. 2 Peter 1:16-18. Peter had a genuine pastoral concern for the purity of the church after his own death, literally his “exodus” (2 Peter 1:14-15). The Apostle wrote his second letter against ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Scripture Alone "Sola Scriptura”

Contributed by Eric Grenier on Apr 26, 2018

5 Solas of the Reformation: 1. Scripture alone is our highest authority. 2. Saved by the Grace of God alone. 3. Saved through Faith alone in Christ. 4. Christ alone is our Lord, Savior and King. 5. We live for the Glory of God alone.

NOTES: October 31,1517 a 33 year-old monk in Wittenberg Germany and nailed 95 theses to the door. Over indulgences and purgatory. "Unless I am convinced by the testimony of the Scriptures or by clear reason. . .I am bound to the Scriptures I have quoted and my conscience is captive to the Word of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed