Sermons on scripture interpretation: showing 1,621-1,635 of 101,728

In The Spotlight

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 9, 2001

Funeral for Stephanie Parker, a jazz and blues singer and spiritual seeker, done at the request of her sister, a member of our church.

IN THE SPOTLIGHT Henry David Thoreau, in Walden, wrote, “The mass of men lead lives of quiet desperation.” He saw that most of us seem destined to live in frustration. Most of us will never be able to do what we would really want to do. Most of us will never truly fulfill what we believe God ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:6-12

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus: Savior Of Choice

Contributed by Oris Hubbard on Jan 17, 2001

Message preached on Sunday before national election, but good for anytime of year. Skeleton outline with supporting Scripture passages.

Introduction: This week and for the last couple of months, we have heard probably more that we wish to hear about the candidates for public office. We have heard names like Bush, Gore, Buchanan, Nader, Vinroot, Easley, McNairy, Jones, and many others. What about Jesus? Would you vote for Him to ...read more

Scripture: John 1:26-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Course Title: Disciple-Making 101, Professor: The Apostle Paul Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Aug 23, 2002

This sermon emphasizes the Scriptural priority of and gives an overview of the process of disciple-making.

Course Title: Disciple-Making 101 Professor: The Apostle Paul Acts 18 August 15, 2002 Intro: A. [Finger of God] An old deacon was leading in prayer using one of his stereotypical phrases, which was “Oh Lord, touch the unsaved with Thy finger.” As he intoned this phrase in this particular prayer, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-28, 2 Timothy 3:10-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Making The Best Out Of Life - Part Iii

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 2, 2002

Basic scriptural ideas that will help us to make the best out of life.

MAKING THE BEST OUT OF LIFE INTRO.- ILL.- After a doctor checked his patient over, he asked him, "Have you been living a normal life?" "Yes, doctor," replied the patient. The doctor said, "Well, you’ll have to cut it out for awhile." Normalcy is not always the best, depending on what a person ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Tears.

Contributed by John Gullick on Sep 4, 2002

A sermon that looks at the role of tears in the christians life using a myriad of Scriptures.

Tears Two situations where tears play a role. ’Mabel" said Roland, leaning across the style. "May I have a word?" "Of course." Replied Mabel batting her long eyelashes at him. "I’ve always time for you." She slipped her arm snugly into his and they walked slowly onto the moor. "Mabel." ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-48, Romans 7:23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Help For The Overwhelmed

Contributed by Jeffrey Cox on Apr 2, 2004

A collection of helps and scripture for those who are overwhelmed with life’s troubles.

*We have all been at a point in our life where there is no light at the end of the tunnel. Life is just too tough, and it just seems to be getting worse. Everything you have worked for is gone; there is no way out. It may also be from hearing bad news, being covered up with the work, overrun ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:13, Psalm 57:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The King's Gardens

Contributed by David Lansdown on Jun 13, 2002

Looking at God’s love as revealed in some of His gardens in Scripture

Forrest Gump arrives at the pearly gates – and finds them shut. ‘G’day Forrest good to see you’, says St Peter. ‘You know we’ve had to introduce an entrance exam because we’re filling up so fast – it’s only short but you do have to pass it to get in.’ ‘Aw nobody ever tolt me about any entrance ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:4-17, Luke 22:39-46

Denomination: Baptist

What If At Christmas Time

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jan 26, 2001

Sermon Deals With A Number Of What If The God Of Scripture Was Like Santa Claus.

What If Psalm 14:1-7 John 3:16-21 What if there was only one God at Christmas instead of two, would it change the way that we view Christmas. Would it change the way ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Changed......but How Much?

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on Jan 23, 2002

The Change indicated in Scripture is a TOTAL change......not just a lurch in direction.

When we were baptized into Christ, a great change took place. A. Some of this change was a direct result of God working on our sin sick souls. 1. God performed an operation upon our souls.... He circumcised us. a. Not a physical circumcision, but a ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faith And Hope - Much More Than Coke

Contributed by Philip Cairns on Feb 1, 2002

Understanding the difference between ’wish lists’ and ’hope’ as the Scriptures teach it.

TITLE: "Faith and hope - much more than Coke" SCRIPTURE: James 1:2-12 AIM: Through an understanding of ‘suffering’, challenge my hearers about their faith and how they would stand when tested. INTRODUCTION: In 1 Corinthians Paul talks about the three things that will remain - faith, hope and ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-12

Denomination: Holiness

Homosexuality & The Gospel

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jun 1, 2001

This sermon deals with the basis for rejecting homosexuality as a lifestyle acceptable within the Scriptures.

Jesus is our model for the acceptance of other people. Jesus invited people from all walks of life to come follow him. He loved and he welcomed many. Yet Jesus’s words and demands offended a lot more than they attracted, because Jesus would not tolerate sin. He gave a stinging rebuke ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:17-23, Matthew 7:15-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Call To Remember Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on May 27, 2007

Memorial Day 2007 A call to Remember for Israel and America through scripture

A Call to Remember Bro Rodney A. Fry Memorial Day 2007 (May 27, 2007) NHBC A Call to Remember Deuteronomy 8 Memorial Day: a Day for Remembering Set aside to remember those fallen in battle We also remember all loved ones who have died The Bible and Remembering Joshua Set up stones to ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Whom Should We Consider?

Contributed by W. Alderman on May 31, 2007

This is a study on Hebrews Chapter 3:1-6. It is an expostiion of this portion of Scripture.

Chapter 7 WHOM SHOULD WE CONSIDER? Hebrews 3:1-6 “Wherefore, holy brethren, partakers of the heavenly calling, consider the Apostle and High Priest of our profession, Christ Jesus; Who was faithful to him that appointed him, as also Moses was faithful in ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Gardens Of The Bible Series

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Apr 5, 2008

There are 9 references to gardens in Song of Solomon. This sermon is a study of the gardens of scripture.

1. A GARDEN OF NEARNESS Genesis 3:8 "They heard the voice of the LORD God walking in the garden in the cool of the day". How sweet must have been Adam and Eve’s daily existence - Christ walking with them through Eden. But sin spoiled it. Yet the Saviour loves to draw near to His blood-bought ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 8:13

Warnings For The Last Days Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 2, 2007

There are many antichrists and we protect ourselves from they by hold to the teachings of Scripture.

Warnings For the Last Days Text: 1Jn. 2:18-27 Introduction 1. Illustrations: The movie world seems to be obsessed with the end of the world. There has been a steady stream of films coming out of Hollywood around the theme of end time events and takeoffs on the book of Revelation. Films like ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-27

Denomination: Methodist