Sermons on Scripture Is Extremely Elastic:

The Importance Of Authority

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Sep 30, 2017

If we recognise Jesus's authority as divine, then we are forced to listen to Him and allow him to impact our lives. If Jesus is the Word of God and the Scriptures are also the Word of God, then we need allow Scripture to impact our lives too.

Authority. Our passage this morning is all about authority. We live in a society in which authority is very important but which is being challenged. We see anarchy is around us too. Even law enforcers like the police need authority to enter your house. Otherwise any evidence found without the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:23-32, Matthew 21:1

Denomination: Anglican

What Is Your Wilderness? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 29, 2024

This sermon explores the power, purpose, and promise of God's Good News, emphasizing the essential role of the Holy Spirit in transforming hearts.

Good morning, beloved in Christ. There's a certain kind of warmth that fills this room every time we gather together in fellowship, a warmth that can only be attributed to the love of God that binds us together as a family. I am always grateful for these moments we share, moments where we open our ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:9-15

Topics: Scripture Interpretation

Beside Quiet Waters PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore the three promises God makes to us in Psalm 23: His Provision, His Protection, and His Presence, and how these promises are applicable not just in good times, but also in our struggles and trials.

Good morning, family! I’m so glad you're here with us today. We are going to dive into one of the most beloved Psalms, Psalm 23. This timeless scripture beautifully reveals three promises that God makes to us: provision, protection, and presence. These promises are not just for the good times, but ...read more

Topics: Explore, Scripture

A Devotional Life Built On Bible Study Series

Contributed by Greg Addison on Jan 27, 2010

A christian must have a consistent, daily time of bible study. Scripture is the ksy foundation for our understanding of what it means to follow Jesus Christ. Why is this so? Paul effectively challenges Timothy to continue in the scriptures and teaches him

Devotional Life built on Bible Study II Timothy 3:10-16 A christian’s Devotional Life is made up of these 3 disciplines: Bible Study Prayer Meditation Any effective devotional life must include a consistent habit and pattern of studying the Word of God. Why must my devotional life ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

Recognizing The Voice Of God Series

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Nov 27, 2010

The best way to hear the voice of God is by reading Scripture attentively.

RECOGNIZING THE VOICE OF GOD Talking and Listening to God -- Part 2 Isaac Butterworth November 28, 2010 John 10:1-6 (NIV) 1 “Very truly I tell you Pharisees, anyone who does not enter the sheep pen by the gate, but climbs in by some other way, is a thief and a robber. 2 The one who enters ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why Doesn't God Talk To Me Audibly? Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 24, 2017

What more could God say to us? All we need is in Scripture.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Why do we speak? To communicate. 2. Why does God speak? a. To communicate His glory and might. “Then God said, ‘Let there be light’” (Gen. 1:3, KJV). “The heavens speak the glory of God” (Ps. 19:1, ELT). b. To communicate His directions for living. “And God spoke . . . (the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Why Biblical Authority Part 2 Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Aug 26, 2019

This message addresses the "Sufficiency of Scripture."

I’ve been looking over my sermons for the past 9½ years and I seen that every year I have peached some sort of message or group of messages centered on the Word of God, emphasizing our need to read, study, memorize, meditate upon the Word of Scripture continually. I have over and over again ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

09. The Word, The Law, & The Believer Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Apr 5, 2023

What is the relationship to the Law & Prophets and the Believer

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org We’ve come to a transition in Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. Remember that Jesus is preaching this sermon to the multitudes of people on the hillside near the Sea of Galilee. He is introducing the Jewish people to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20

Denomination: Brethren

What’s In Your House?

Contributed by Michael E. Bartee Sr. on Sep 25, 2018

Extreme importance of a Christian Home

Someone has wisely said, “The problem is not the White House, nor the School House, but Our House! The widow had nothing in her house but a pot of oil. It was enough! Too many modern day houses have everything in them except “the oil” which is symbolic of the presence of Jesus through the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Anointed For Mission [lectionary 3c]

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 30, 2018

Leave the success of your life to a power greater than you. Just do the things you were anointed for. Let a power greater than you take care of the ‘how.’

The theme in our Readings this Sunday is that the ‘opening of the Scriptures’ is consonant with ‘the opening of the eyes’. The use of physical seeing as a metaphor for spiritual insight is commonplace. Those that are blind(ed), are unable to read the Scriptures. E.g. Two young fish are swimming ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:2-10, Luke 4:14-21

Denomination: Catholic

How Extreme Attacks Can Reveal The Depth Of Your Godliness And Anointing Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 22, 2024

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical principle that the more extreme the attacks, the more extreme we are in our godliness and anointing.

As believers, we are often taught to expect persecution and opposition as a natural consequence of our faith. In fact, Jesus Himself warned us that we would face persecution and hardship because of our commitment to Him (John 15:18-21). However, what we often fail to realize is that the intensity ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:18-19

Sermon On God's Nourishment

Contributed by William Meakin on Jun 14, 2024

Nourishment is defined as the food necessary for growth, health and good condition.

Laurie Colwin, a female American writer once remarked: “The table is a meeting place, a gathering ground, the source of sustenance and nourishment, festivity, safety, and satisfaction. A person cooking is a person giving: Even the simplest food is a gift.” John 6:35 reminds us: “Jesus said to them, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:23, Hebrews 4:12, Psalm 81:16, Luke 22:19

The B-I-B-L-E

Contributed by Michael Blitz on Dec 6, 2025

On Bible Sunday, we celebrate God’s Word as living, active, and true—a source of comfort, courage, and eternal hope that has withstood every test of time. Discover why the Bible is more than a book—it’s God’s personal letter to us.

Good MORNING, and Happy Bible Sunday. As I begin, I’ll acknowledge something we all know but rarely say out loud: there is a reason that the Bible has very thin, see through pages, and that’s because it is a really, really big book, and would probably weigh twice as much if it was printed on ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12

Denomination: Anglican

Facing Death Series

Contributed by Arpan Bagchi on Apr 7, 2023

How Does a Christian face death when His time comes?

Will we all face all that Jesus faced on the Cross? Will we ever go through all the suffering, agony and pain he went through? NO, we never will. But there is one thing all of us will face and that is the reality of death. When our own time shall dawn upon us, how will we face that moment? What ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:46

Spong Vs Spong Part 3

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 25, 2020

What did Jesus say about the reliability of scripture? What was the attitude of the Bereans? Is pride a cause of apostasy?

What did Jesus say about the reliability of scripture? What was the attitude of the Bereans? Is pride a cause of apostasy? Testimony of Jesus When moderns deny the reliability of the Scriptures, they undermine the very basis of belief in Jesus, because it is those same Scriptures which testified ...read more

Scripture: John 10:35, 2 Peter 3:15-16, Acts 17:2, Hebrews 4:12, 1 Timothy 4:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist