Sermons on Scripture Interpretation:

Witness Protection Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 26, 2011

The temple that John is measuring is the church of Jesus Christ, and both it and its voice, the witnesses, will complete their mission.

This is the hardest chapter in the entire book of Revelation to interpret. At least that’s what all my commentators say. And that’s about the only thing they can all agree on. So I hope I don’t leave you all more confused than you were before we began. The first thing to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 11:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Tending To The Spiritual Garden Of Your Life Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Feb 2, 2024

Where are the seeds of God's Word being sown in your life?

Dr. Bradford Reaves CrossWay Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org 1 That same day Jesus went out of the house and sat beside the sea. 2 And great crowds gathered about him, so that he got into a boat and sat down. And the whole crowd stood on the beach. 3 And he told them many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23

Denomination: Brethren

Choices Of The Heart Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Oct 2, 2022

This the second sermon in a series based on The Book of Proverbs. Based on the TV game show "Let's Make a Deal," in which contestants struggle with the desire of their hearts -- to win "big" prizes or money, the choices we reveal the desires of our heart.

I’m going to assume that you all are familiar with a popular little game show called “Let’s Make a Deal.” It’s been on for, like, ever it seems. The “contestants” are offered various “mystery prizes” to choose from. Some of the prizes are really amazing and some of the prizes … well, they’re ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-22, Matthew 7:13-14, 1 Kings 11:4-6, 1 Kings 11:11-12

Denomination: United Methodist

God's Manual For Family Living Series

Contributed by Sue Richard on May 14, 2003

Parents are instructed first in what they need to do before they can instruct their children in the home.

DEUT 6 GOD’S MANUAL FOR FAMILY LIVING Last Week Wesley gave you a glimpse of how God’s manual for family living from Deuteronomy 4 was relied on in his home. He told you how his family prayed together regularly both in the morning and before going to bed at night ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-9

Denomination: Brethren

Goals In Counseling For Those Facing Human Crisis

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 19, 2001

Goals in Counseling For those Facing Human Crisis

Goals in Counseling For those Facing Human Crisis 1. Aim to help the counselees find the solution for their problems in Jesus Christ and the scriptures. All needs can be met through His power, His love, His provisions, His word, His promises, and His comforting Spirit. Without Jesus Christ there ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is The Bible?

Contributed by Jim Kane on Feb 11, 2002

God has given us the Bible to know how to love, follow, trust, and obey God.

Just before I moved here a friend of mine took me up in a single engine aircraft that he jointly owned with several other persons. It was a clear and warm August day in 2000 and we flew over downtown Grand Rapids and made several circles around our home in NE Grand Rapids as I took pictures of it ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:105

Denomination: Church Of God

The Cup Of Salvation

Contributed by John Mccormack on Nov 9, 2015

THE PSALMIST TOOK THE CUP OF SALVATION.

THE CUP OF SALVATION OBSERVATION: YOU FIND VARIOUS REFERENCES TO THE WORD CUP MENTIONED IN THE BIBLE. YOU FIND LITTLE REFERENCE TO THE CUP OF SALVATION. THE AUTHOR OF PSALM 116 PRAISES THE LORD FOR ANSWERED PRAYER FOR DELIVERANCE . THIS WAS THE PSALMIST PRAYER FOR A ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:13, Psalm 116:14

Denomination: Baptist

Obedience

Contributed by John Mccormack on Jun 11, 2015

OBEDIENCE MEANS PEACEFUL HABITATION

OBEDIENCE OBSERVATION: LEVITICUS WAS AN INSTRUCTION BOOK TO OLD TESTAMENT ISRAEL REGARDING SACRIFICES AND RITUALS FOR WORSHIP AND REGULATIONS FOR THEIR DAILY LIFE. INTERPRETATION: LEVITICUS 26:6 (NKJV) I WILL GIVE PEACE IN THE LAND, YOU SHALL LIE DOWN, AND NONE WILL MAKE YOU AFRAID. ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 26:6

Denomination: Baptist

The Relationship Series

Contributed by Moses Radford on Feb 24, 2011

This message is about having a relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ.

JOHN 1: 38 - 51 1. Then Jesus turned, and saw them following, and saith unto them, What seek ye? They said unto him, Rabbi, (which is to say, being interpreted, Master,) where dwellest thou? John 1:38 (KJV) A. THEY WANTED TO KNOW WHERE JESUS WAS LIVING. B. THEY WANTED TO GO HOME WITH ...read more

Scripture: John 1:38-51

Denomination: Baptist

A Helf Turned Cake

Contributed by John Mccormack on Oct 28, 2013

A HAFE TURNED CAKE HAS LITTLE VALUE!

A HALF TURNED CAKE OBSERVATION: HOSEA’S WRITINGS ENCOMPASS THE LATTER PART OF THE NORTHERN KINGDOM OF ISRAEL. THE KINGDOM EXPERIENCED SIX KINGS WITHIN TWENTY-SIX YEARS. EPHRAIM, THE YOUNGER SON OF JOSEPH, GAINED POWER IN THE NORTHERN KINGDOM. CORRUPTION AND IDOLATRY WAS RAMPANT! ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 7:8

Denomination: Baptist

Acts 21

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Dec 18, 2020

Agabus the prophet

Paul sails from Miletus (v.1-14) Telling through the Spirit - prayer works! Agabus and Paul's belt - this was a prophetic act. Paul in Jerusalem (v.15-26) Sharing good news - it's important to focus on positives. Continuing customs - which biblical ones should we continue? Paul seized ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Ridiculous Patience: Parable Of The Vineyard - Mark 12:1-12 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Feb 18, 2024

Why does Jesus tell such a farfetched story? The answer will help you in times when you're afraid God is losing patience with you.

Mark 12:1 He then began to speak to them in parables: "A man planted a vineyard. He put a wall around it, dug a pit for the winepress and built a watchtower. Then he rented the vineyard to some farmers and went away on a journey. 2 At harvest time he sent a servant to the tenants to collect ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:1-12, Matthew 21:33-46, Luke 20:9-19

In The Habitation Of Dragons

Contributed by Steven Shubert on Aug 1, 2004

GOD’s Promise of restoration comes to us in the most unlikely of places, in the most unlikely of circumstances...In The Habitation Of Dragons.

Isa. 35 (entire chapter) I. Introduction A. This great promise comes to Israel immediately after the promise of destruction to the rebellious, unrepentant nations that arise against GOD and righteousness. 1. And just like GOD promised Israel that He would deliver new life back to them, He still ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Other Sheep Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on May 5, 2003

Jesus speaks of drawing other sheep into his fold, thus calling us to be an inclusive, welcoming church.

Sermon for 4 Easter Yr B, 11/04/2003 Based on Jn 10:16 Grace Lutheran Church, Medicine Hat, Alberta By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson “I have other sheep that do not belong to this fold. I must bring them also, and they will listen to my voice. So there will be one flock, one shepherd.” ...read more

Scripture: John 10:16

Denomination: Lutheran

How Paul Showed Us How To Cope With Perplexing Ironies

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

How Paul Showed Us How to Cope With Perplexing Ironies 2 Cor. 6:7-10 (Sorrowful, yet always rejoicing)

How Paul Showed Us How to Cope With Perplexing Ironies - 2 Cor. 6:7-10 Illustration:Everything can be taken from a man but one thing: To choose one’s attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one’s way. Viktor Frankl, concentration camp survivor. Philippians 2:12-18. 1. Paul, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:7-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational