Sermons on Scripture Interpretation:

Set Free

Contributed by Ed Owens on Jan 17, 2007

Though freedom is often regarded as throwing off the restraints of religion, true freedom comes from obeying the scriptures.

SET FREE PSALM 119:32,45 JANUARY 14, 2007 I read some real life warnings on products. The first one was found on a snow sled. It warned: “Beware: sled may develop high speed under certain snow conditions.” I wonder if that warning was for ignorant Floridian kids who have never seen snow. I mean ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:32-45

Denomination: Baptist

Appreciating God's Word

Contributed by Catherine Davis on Sep 10, 2007

When Ezra read the scriptures to the Hebrew people who had not heard it for over 80 years, it changed their lives.

Scripture: Nehemiah 8: 1-3, 5-6, 8-10 Intro: How many have flown somewhere before? Well, when you get on the plane the attendants go over with you the safety information. I remember the first time I ever flew, I paid close attention to these instructions. I read every word of the booklet in ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

Why We Do Need To Serve In The Local Church

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 17, 2004

This Scripture passage gives us the reason why we need to serve in the local church with the gift that is given to us.

“Why Do We Need To Serve?” 1 Peter 4:10 Because The Gift is… A. SUPPLIED to you. (v. 10a) As every man has received the gift Matthew 25:14-15; Romans 8:32; 12:6-8; 1 Corinthians 4:7; 7:17; 12:4-7; John 3:27; Ephesians 4:7; 2 Timothy 1:6; Psalm 84:11; 2 Peter 1:3; 1 Timothy 6:17 B. Given to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10

Denomination: Baptist

What Have We Missed?

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Nov 23, 2003

There is constant scriptural evidence that says we can ask God and expect to receive. What stands in our way?

November 23, 2003 Morning Worship Text: James 1:2-8 Subject: True Faith Title: What Have We Missed? A story is told about a mountain climber with great ambition who had a lofty goal of climbing a mountain near his home. He was desperate to complete his climb and after years of training and ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Incarnation Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Dec 13, 2003

The incarnation of the Son of God was absolutely necessary to make possible our salvation. A great body of Scripture supports this statement.

THE INCARNATION OF JESUS CHRIST “And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we beheld His glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father, full of grace and truth.” John 1:14 (NKJV) The word "incarnation" means to be made, or to become, flesh; hence the Lord Jesus is referred to by ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14

Denomination: Baptist

Making Sense Of Today's News Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 2, 2006

The message of Habakkuk is one of the most helpful portions of Scripture to help us make sense of today’s news.

Scripture In just eight days we will be marking the fifth anniversary of Tuesday, September 11, 2001. That is the day terrorists attacked America. It was the most blatant, brutal barrage that has ever occurred on American soil. None of us shall ever forget that day. None of us shall forget the ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Shouts In The Bible

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Nov 3, 2003

In this message we will examine some of the times mentioned in scripture where people shouted. The good, the bad, the ugly, and the beautiful.

Shouts in the Bible Psalms 5:11 But let all those that put their trust in thee rejoice: let them ever shout for joy, because thou defendest them: let them also that love thy name be joyful in thee. In this message we will examine some of the times mentioned in scripture where people shouted. The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 5:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

An Evening Of Sin

Contributed by James Jack on Apr 29, 2010

The power and penalty of sin is clear in Scripture adn we need to understand the devastation of the fall to truly glory in the cross.

We begin Genesis 3 with the serpent – Satan, although it’s not until Revelation 12 that “this ancient serpent” is clearly identified as the devil. He’s a talking serpent, which might seem strange and has for many people reinforced their belief that Genesis 1-3 is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-23

Denomination: Anglican

The Baptism In The Holy Spirit, Pt. 1 Series

Contributed by Greg Tabor on Feb 7, 2010

My goal in this sermon is to convince you from Scripture that the Baptism in the Holy Spirit is an experience for empowerment that is subsequent to salvation.

The Baptism in the Holy Spirit, pt. 1 Lighthouse Assembly of God 7/27/08 and 8/3/08 Pastor Greg Tabor Introduction This week and next week we will be looking at the Doctrine of the Baptism in the Holy Spirit and the Doctrine of the Initial Physical Evidence of the Baptism in the Holy Spirit. We ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Last Great Battle Series

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Feb 11, 2010

THE BATTLE OF ARMAGEDDON WILL BE THE LAST MAJOR BATTLE THIS WORLD WILL KNOW. IN THIS MESSAGE WE WILL EXAMINE WHAT THE SCRIPTURES SAY ABOUT IT

THE LAST GREAT BATTLE REVELATION 19:1-21 INTRODUCTION: WE ARE COMING TO THE CLOSE OF THIS SERIES OF MESSAGES ON THE LAST DAYS. I HOPE YOU SEE THE URGENCY, OF BEING READY SHOULD THE LORD COME TODAY. A GREAT FEAR OF MINE IS THAT THERE ARE MANY PEOPLE WHO ARE CONFIDENT THAT IF THE RAPTURE WERE TO ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Duties Of Children And Parents

Contributed by Shawn Rose on May 10, 2009

The Bible has a lot to say about families. This scripture in Ephesians reveals that parents and children both have responsibilities.

DUTIES OF CHILDREN AND PARENTS Text: Ephesians 6:1 – 4 Introduction: According to a survey by the Ladies Home Journal: o About a third of all mothers spend ten or more hours per day with their children; another 47 percent devote four to nine hours daily. Eighty-two percent consider at least ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Article 5. Divine Providence Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Jun 25, 2009

This sermon unpacks the doctrine of Gods divine providence from the scriptures and its application to all areas of the creation and the creature.

ARTICLE 5: DIVINE PROVIDENCE DIVINE PROVIDENCE IN A NUTSHELL IS: THE CONTINUOUS ACTIVITY OF GOD IN HIS CREATION BY WHICH HE PRESERVES AND GOVERNS ALL THINGS. • WAYNE GRUDEM STATES WE MAY DEFINE GODS PROVIDENCE AS FOLLOWS: GOD IS CONTINUALLY INVOLVED WITH ALL CREATED THINGS IN SUCH A WAY ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:3

Denomination: Baptist

A Church Saved By Grace

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Oct 29, 2010

Tonight from this passage of scripture we will learn about a church saved by grace, and what that really means for us.

Will the true Church Arise: Titus Series Part 4 A Church Saved by Grace Pm October 4th 2009 Titus 2:11-15 Introduction In our series on Titus, “will the true church arise” we have already learned some great things about how we should do church from a biblical perspective. In the first ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-15

Denomination: Baptist

America The Great Foundation

Contributed by John Bryan Lowe Iii on Jul 7, 2014

A July 4th Message, that uses scripture and our heritage to take a look at who we are as a christian american.

I AM A CHRISTIAN AMERICAN Proverbs 14v34 Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin condemns any people. When we look at the scriptural faith of our biblical heritage we see that the faith of our fathers matters in reference to our immediate faith and understanding of who God is to us today. Acts ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:34

Denomination: Charismatic

Twelve Ordinary Men - James, Simon, Judas Not Iscariot Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Dec 31, 2012

This is a study of James, Simon, Judas not Iscariot based on 12 Ordinary Men. It has a lot of added notes and scripture.

Note: This is a study from the book 12 Ordinary Men by John McArthur an excellent book. There is also a fill in the blank outline from Adult Bible Fellowships of First Baptist Church Orion that I have posted in the series. This is not original but worth posting for study. Description: This is a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:15-16

Denomination: Church Of God