Sermons on Scripture Understanding:

Transformed By Truth: The Majesty And Humility Of God Psalm 138:6 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 30, 2024

Psalm 138:6 is a verse that encapsulates the paradox of God’s majesty and humility. Our focus is on understanding how the grandeur of God coexists with His closeness to the humble.

Transformed by Truth: The Majesty and Humility of God Psalm 138:6 Introduction Today, we dive into the rich and profound depths of Psalm 138:6, a verse that encapsulates the paradox of God’s majesty and humility. Our focus is on understanding how the grandeur of God coexists with His closeness to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 138:6, Psalm 145:3, Isaiah 40:28, Isaiah 66:2, James 4:6, Proverbs 16:18, Luke 1:51  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

More Is Expected Of Those Who Have More

Contributed by Lee Proctor on May 6, 2002

This sermon will teach that the level of understanding of the will of God a person has determines not only their joy in serving HIM, but also the severity of their discipline from HIM.

41. Then Peter said unto HIM, “Lord, speakest thou this parable unto us, or even to all?” 42. And the Lord said, “Who then is that faithful and wise steward, whom his lord shall make ruler over his household, to give them their portion of meat in due season? 43. Blessed is that servant whom his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:41-48

Denomination: Baptist

Go To Hell!

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 19, 2002

An examination of the rich man and Lazarus helps us the understand the reality of hell and the fact that we don’t want anyone to go there.

Oct 29, 2000 Luke 16:19-31 ¡§Go to Hell!¡¨ INTRODUCTION A motorist was picked up unconscious after a crash, and was being carried to a nearby [gas] station. Upon opening his eyes, he began to kick and struggle frantically. Afterwards he explained that the first thing he saw was a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

Maintaining Family Series

Contributed by Paul Newell on Aug 29, 2001

As we conclude our series on our church covenant we need to understand what it means to actually support our church family.

It still amazes me, almost 25% of all marriages will end in divorce. That means one out of four marriage covenants will be broken, tossed to the sidelines and forgotten. Families will be torn apart. Interesting is the typical reasons given for ignoring the marriage covenant. communication ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:25

Denomination: Baptist

Christ's Example Of Selflessness

Contributed by Glenn Robinson on Aug 20, 2002

This sermon explains 2 Cor 8:9 in easy to understand terms and shows how we can follow Jesus’ example of selflessness.

INTRO : I can’t hear what you are saying because your actions speak louder than your words. Do as I say not as I do. We lead by example. Christ is the greatest example of selflessness. BACKGROUND : Most teach on 2 Cor 8 in the context of giving money. I am speaking in the context of giving ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Our Need For Repentance

Contributed by Jeff Armbrester on Jul 17, 2002

Repentance is a term that isn’t used outside the church. However, many within the church do not understand it’s meaning either.

14Now after John was put in prison, Jesus came to Galilee, preaching the gospel of the kingdom of God, 15and saying, “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand. Repent, and believe in the gospel.” (New King James Version) Lillian Pearsall of Moravia, N.Y. tells this story of when ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-15, Luke 3:7-14

Denomination: Methodist

Where Is God When I'm Hurting? Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Mar 9, 2007

Suffering is never easy, but understanding what God is up to helps us cooperate with Him in the process of using our pain for good results.

One of the biggest speed bumps to understanding God can be our encounters with pain and suffering. The hurts we experience may stem from abandonment or abuse, sorrow and loss, fears and failures, setbacks and confrontations, chronic illness and pain - the list is long. We all hurt for a variety ...read more

Scripture: Job 23:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

R.e.a.l. Important Things

Contributed by John Pierce on Jan 7, 2006

The important stuff are Relationships, understanding that Jesus is for Everyone, accepting that with Jesus we are able to stand through anything and that this relationship with Christi is truly Livable.

Let me share a little story with you… It was the day after Christmas at a church in San Francisco. Pastor Mike was looking at the nativity scene outside when he noticed the baby Jesus was missing from the figures. Immediately, Pastor Mike turned towards the church to call the police. But as he ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Narnia: Enter The Story Series

Contributed by Mike Evans on Dec 19, 2005

We enter the fantacy world of Narnia and discover an invitation to understand life as a story that finds a right context in God’s grader story.

Enter the Story pt. 1 of 5 Philippians 4:8 Fix your thoughts on what is true and honorable and right. Think about things that are pure and lovely and admirable. Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise. How much time have you spent thinking this week? What tends to claim your ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8

Denomination: Baptist

"We Have An Advocate With The Father" Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 20, 2008

John wants his readers to understand that the work of Christ is the basis upon which the Christian may approach God for full forgiveness and cleansing.

A Study of the Book of 1st John “Back To the Basics” Sermon # 3 “We Have An Advocate With The Father” 1 John 2:1-2 In verse nine of chapter one, we were told, “If we confess our sins, He ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Love - The Greatest Of All Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 21, 2008

To really understand the "love chapter," a person has to read it in context. All the problems the Corinthians were facing in the church could be corrected by love.

Introduction: A. One day an elderly woman and her little grandson, whose face was sprinkled with bright freckles, spent the day at the zoo. 1. Lots of children were waiting in line to get their face painted by a local artist who was decorating them with tiger paws. 2. A girl in line turned to the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Dawning Of The Kingdom Of God Series

Contributed by Nigel Heath on Feb 8, 2009

A sermon describing the events for Israel in the 400 years between the Old Testament and New Testament and how this shaped their understanding of the meaning of the Kingdom of God.

8.2.09 THE DAWNING OF THE KINGDOM OF GOD Matt 3:1-12 INTRO Less than a month ago the new president if the United States, Barack Obama took office. What has been the verdict so far? The general opinion is ‘so far so good’. In such a short space of time he has planned the closure of the Guantanamo ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Peace That Surpasses

Contributed by Richard White on Dec 9, 2008

Peace on Earth, Good will toward all men. This peace has been elusive. There is a peace that surpasses all understanding, it is the peace that Jesus gives.

Peace that Surpasses Phil. 4:2-9 What is Peace? Roget’s Thesaurus has these words after peace; calm, quiet, stillness, tranquility, silence, harmony and serenity. The word used here in Philippians 4 is defined as “one, peace, quietness, rest and set at one again. It is not ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:2-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You Have Authority Series

Contributed by Bong Baylon on Apr 3, 2009

Most believers are not aware that they have authority from God. Consequently, they live defeated lives. We need understand the nature of our authority.

Title: You have authority! Date: March 29, 2009 Text: Luke 10:19 Take-off 1. Are you familiar with the writ of amparo? Erlinda Cadapan and Concepcion Empeno, mothers of Sherlyn and Karen, respectively, were the first to test the writ of Amparo… 2. The reason why we don’t experience much of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:16-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Christmas Questions"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Dec 9, 2003

Here are some "Christmas Questions" ... NOT to question God ... BUT to better understand WHY He planned the birth of His Son the way He did.

“Christmas Questions” INTRODUCTION: This morning, I want to ask some “Christmas Questions” … WHY? I’ve always had a questioning mind: LIKE: o How can a brown cow, eat green grass, and give white milk? o If man evolved from apes, why do we still have apes? o If a man stands in the middle of the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist