Sermons on scripture interpretation: showing 3,226-3,240 of 101,834

Getting Ready For Eternity

Contributed by Chris Jordan on Feb 15, 2008

Everyone must stand before the judgment seat of Christ, and because of the reality of this coming Day, we would be wise to meditate on the Scriptural truths concerning Heaven and Hell, and get ready for eternity.

GETTING READY FOR ETERNITY ILLUSTRATION: Father Murphy goes into a local bar in Dublin and approaches the first man he sees. "Do you want to go to Heaven?" he asks and the man says, "Indeed I do, Father." "Then for goodness sake," commands the priest, "leave this pub right now." He then goes to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: *other

Facing Trouble And Trials

Contributed by Mark Hiehle on Mar 7, 2008

There is a verse in scripture that is unknown to most, but has phenomenal transformational power. It is a verse, that when understood, brings about liberating freedom, peace and confidence in the midst of trials, troubles and pain. What is that verse an

Have you ever felt as though there is something missing in your Christian walk and experience? Have you ever wondered if there is a truth that you are missing in order to achieve real peace in the midst of trials, trouble or pain? During times of intense pressure or even attack, do you feel ...read more

Scripture: John 14:20

Denomination: Nazarene

Faith Believes The "Hard Teachings"

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Sep 11, 2008

Pentecost 14(B) - Faith believes the "hard teachings" of Scripture. Many decide to reject Christ and his word. God’s Spirit gives life through Christ’s words.

FAITH BELIEVES THE “HARD TEACHINGS” (Outline) August 17 2008 -- PENTECOST 14 -- John 6:60-69 INTRO: One basic meaning for the word faith = trust. Everyone has faith in regards to the word trust. Each and every day people trust that certain things are going to happen. This is faith in ...read more

Scripture: John 6:60-69

Denomination: Lutheran

A Breath Of Fresh Hope

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Apr 30, 2008

Life can throw some bad curve balls (e.g. death) our way and they hurt . The Scriptures offer us a breathe of fresh air or rather, a breath of fresh hope!

13But we do not want you to be uninformed, brethren, about those who are asleep, so that you will not grieve as do the rest who have no hope. 14For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so God will bring with Him those who have fallen asleep in Jesus. 15For this we say to you by the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Account Of The Christ Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 28, 2007

Dramatic Scripture Reading [Paraphrased Monologue] of the Account of Christ beginning with the Last Supper and Ending with the Crucifixion. REFLECTION IN THE END ASKING THE CONGREGATION WHERE/WHO THEY ARE ALONG THE WAY and WHERE THEY STAND FOR CHRIST.

This is the Account of Christ, as recorded in God’s Holy Word, the Bible. The following is a paraphrased monologue taken from the Life Application Bible and chronologically assembled for dramatic purposes. The end concludes with a series of questions to invoke the thoughts of the listeners to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:20-54

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Price To Pay

Contributed by Jose R. Hernandez on Jul 11, 2007

When we take the time to read and meditate in the scriptures, it is very obvious that we are all called to gather, but the sad reality is that this alone does not necessarily mean that we are following and serving God.

There are many people in this world that wish to follow Christ, isn’t that true? How many people gathered here today wish to follow Christ? All of us here have the deep desire in our heart to follow our Lord and Savior. In fact, this desire was what motivated us to find a congregation where we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Independent/Bible

It's A New Season But You Must Seize The Moment

Contributed by Charles Jones on Aug 29, 2007

Throughout the Scriptures, there have been times recorded that God would call for a time of divine impartation where an encounter with Him would usher in a process of change that would come in the realm of the Spirit.

‘It’s A New Season But You Have To Seize The Moment’ 2 Kings 6:1-6:6 As I look toward the future, I am drawn to the story of Elisha, especially to what happened to him, recorded in 2Kings: 2 Kings 6:1-6 And the sons of the prophets said to Elisha, "See now, the place where we dwell with ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Do You Love Me?

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jan 10, 2010

Jesus asks Peter this question three times. It is the only time in scripture where Jesus asks anyone, "Do you love me?" It is an important question that determines our ultimate destiny.

Do You Love Me? What are some things that you love? How does your love of these compare with your love for Jesus Christ? There’s a song in our songbook that goes: “The things that I love and hold dear to my heart are just borrowed they’re not mine at all. Jesus only let me use them to brighten ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Understanding Sanctification Series

Contributed by Ricky Nelms on Jul 22, 2010

This sermon explains the doctrine of sanctification from the Wesleyan/Holiness perspective as a crisis experience. The outlines is 1-The Sure Experience, 2-The Scriptural Examples, and 3-The Sacred Encouragement.

THE BASICS OF REDEMPTION… UNDERSTANDING SANCTIFICATION This morning, we are continuing our sermon series on the theme of REDEMPTION And by way of review, so that we will know where we are, we have already preached… --Let the Old Goat Go --What Is Redemption --Understanding ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Graduate's Call Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on May 17, 2007

These passages of Scripture hold God’s revealed truths for escaping this world’s system and enabling the child of God to walk in step with the Holy Spirit of Christ, thus bringing Biblical success.

Turn your Bibles to Jeremiah 29:11-14a. Title: A Graduate’s Call Theme: Walking in Biblical Success Introduction: Today’s Scriptures are found in a letter sent by the Prophet Jeremiah to the people of God who have been carried into exile and placed in idolatrous Babylon. He sends this letter ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lord, Teach Us To Pray! Series

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Apr 14, 2009

In this particular passage of Scripture Jesus is concerned about how we pray. Because of that Jesus has given us some guidelines in this text for prayer, we will learn tonight those guidelines.

Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount Part 12 Lord, Teach us to Pray! Pm Service January 18th 2009 Matthew 6:5-15 Introduction Prayer is one of the greatest acts of the Believer. Taking to God weather it is by spoken word or by thought, is the actual act of fellowshipping with almighty God. When we think ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-15

Denomination: Baptist

How To Identify A True Apostle

Contributed by Ian Johnson on Aug 25, 2005

There are many in the world right now who claim to be Apostles. It is not for me to say who is and who isn’t, but we can see what the hallmarks of true and false Apostles are from the Scriptures.

HOW TO IDENTIFY A TRUE APOSTLE There are many in the world right now who claim to be Apostles. It is not for me to say who is and who isn’t, but we can see what the hallmarks of true and false Apostles are from the Scriptures. I have met men in Third world countries who have no riches and no ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:1-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Language Of The Church

Contributed by William Mouser on Aug 2, 2006

Scripture -- all of it, read copiously over a long time -- shapes our minds and brings us light, far more than the narrow sectarian vocabularies of our cradle faith.

Psalm 47, Exodus 28:1-4,9-12, 15-21, 29-30, 1 John 5:9-15, John 17:11b-19 The Language of the Church I read a lot of blogs focused on Bible and theology. Something I read this week dovetails nice with our Lord’s words in the gospel lesson appointed for today. There is an online version of a ...read more

Scripture: John 17:11-19

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

How Can I Be Saved?

Contributed by Tony Abram on Sep 9, 2006

This message can be a great help in teaching believers to be soulwinners. These 5 steps are a must for all believers to know and use. Plus the most needed scriptures for soul winning. A must for a growing church.

HOW CAN I BE SAVED? I. ACKNOWLEDGE YOUR LOST CONDITION Romans 3:23 For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God. Isaiah 53:6 All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned every one to his own way; and the LORD hath laid on him the iniquity of us all. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:6

Real Belief In The Real Jesus Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Dec 8, 2003

Faith in Christ is the key to eternal life. But the Jesus we put our faith in must be the Christ revealed in scripture not some substitute Jesus we have fabricated in our own minds.

Real Belief in the Real Jesus John 1:1-3 and 20:30-31 2-9-03 John 1:1-5 1:1In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2He was with God in the beginning. 3Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. 4In him was life, and ...read more

Scripture: John 20:30-31, John 1:1-3

Denomination: Charismatic