Sermons on Search The Scripture:

The Rich Young Ruler

Contributed by Jesse Crooks on Jul 30, 2021

This conversation between Jesus and this rich young ruler is recorded in all three of the synoptic gospels. Mark says,” Jesus looking upon him loved him. (Mk 10:21). Studying the text, I find at least three qualities that are loveable about him,

The rich young ruler Matthew 19:16-22 Introduction. This conversation between Jesus and this rich young ruler is recorded in all three of the synoptic gospels. Mark says,” Jesus looking upon him loved him. (Mk 10:21). Studying the text, I find at least three qualities that are loveable about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-22

Who Am I

Contributed by Monte Brown on Jun 27, 2008

In this confusing world, that we live in it seems that everyone is searching for who they are. God has the answer.

Who Am I Nehemiah 7:17 Monte T. Brown June 8, 2008 Sunday Morning Heart O’ the Hills Prelude In this confusing world, that we live in it seems that everyone is searching for who they are. Not sure what they are suppose to be. Don’t know ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 7:17

Denomination: Baptist

Dangerous Prayers: Search Me Oh God

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on May 15, 2016

This sermon is on being willing to pray a dangerous prayer such as search me oh God. It also deals with how we are tempted to keep quiet because of fear of rejection from the society around us.

Some of the material from this sermon comes from the series done by Craig Groeschel in his sermon series, Dangerous Prayers.: The video and audio version of this sermon can be found at newlifeatcalvary.org Dangerous Prayers—Search Me Psalm 139 10-24 1 Corinthians 11:23-31 Have you ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:23-24

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"in Search Of The Perfect Gift"

Contributed by David Henderson on Nov 3, 2020

Some of us have in our lives a person who is very difficult to buy for. Perhaps they already have nearly…you know what do you buy for the guy who has everything?

“In Search of the Perfect Gift” John 3:16 Some of us have in our lives a person who is very difficult to buy for. Perhaps they already have nearly…you know what do you buy for the guy who has everything? What does Bill Gates‘ wife get him for Christmas? After all, he is now worth 75 billion ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

What Does It Mean For God To Search Me?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Dec 18, 2023

God cannot lie, God cannot die, and God cannot save an unwilling soul.

David wrote this psalm during a time of hostility. It is comprised of the significant truths that were important to David during his time of distress. In Psalm 139:1-6: David praises God's limitless knowledge. He sees God as having a lot of familiarity with him: when he sits down and gets up, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Where Are You? Series

Contributed by Mathew Philip on Sep 7, 2020

Adam and Eve were stricken with the shame of guilt and lost their place in the garden and found themselves hiding from an omnicient and omnipotent creator. God comes calling out "Where are you?"

After the creation of man and woman, God blessed them and said, “Be fruitful and multiply; fill the earth and subdue it; have dominion over the fish of the sea, over the birds of the air, and over every living thing that moves on the earth.” Genesis 1:29-31). God said, “See, I have given you every ...read more

Denomination: Other

Outside Of The Box

Contributed by John Telgren on Feb 11, 2017

The Bible is our standard and is what defines our freedoms and boundaries. It is important to spend generous amounts of time in the word in order to grow in knowing God and how God want us to serve him

In a conversation, someone posed an interesting and much needed question to me. "Is it wise to think outside of the box?" There are many, including myself, who have used this phrase. Wisdom would seem to dictate that this, like many other things, should have a caveat to it. Many things pressed to ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Resolution Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Aug 13, 2017

This sermon addresses the single most powerful catalyst for individual spiritual growth: Scripture reading

The Resolution In his book, “Holy Sweat” Tim Hansell writes of a close friend who attended his 40 year high school reunion. For months he saved to take his wife back to the place and the people he’d grown up with. The closer the time came for the reunion, the more excited he became, thinking of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-9

Denomination: Methodist

Non-Biblical Passages

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 14, 2019

Ten sayings not found in Scripture.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Many think these “sayings” are quoted from Scripture, but they are just not there. However, they have biblical truths taught (a) in principle, or (b) application. 2. Some wrongly apply some of these “sayings.” 3. Condition: become a man/woman of the book, i.e., the Bible. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28, Proverbs 29:15, James 2:8, Proverbs 16:18

Denomination: Baptist

Bible - Why Bother? #2 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Nov 1, 2019

The Scriptures are the inspired, authentic self-revelation of God and as such have primary and foundational authority in all matters of what we believe, what we value, and how we live.

Last week we focused on the purpose of the Scriptures: what are they for and why should we bother getting ourselves acquainted with them? We learned the Bible is God’s self-revelation that pulls back the curtain for us to know who God is, who we are, the purpose of our lives, and the destiny of the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 24, 2017

Listening for God

Psalm 103:1-13; Psalm 103:22 AN ORATORIO OF STEADFAST LOVE The book of Psalms begins with the consideration of the truly blessed man (Psalm 1:1), and ends with a crescendo of praise in which all that breathes is exhorted to praise the LORD (Psalm 150:6). En route there are highs and lows, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Season Of Celebration Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 18, 2019

Nehemiah 8:1-12. "The Season of Celebration". A revival among God's people is one seen in a "Season of Celebration". : 1) The Communication (Neh. 8:1–6), 2) The Clarification (Neh. 8:7–8), and 3) The Celebration (Neh. 8:9–12).

Nehemiah 8:1-12 [8:1] And all the people gathered as one man into the square before the Water Gate. And they told Ezra the scribe to bring the Book of the Law of Moses that the LORD had commanded Israel. [2] So Ezra the priest brought the Law before the assembly, both men and women and all who ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-12

Denomination: Other

What Does God See In You?

Contributed by Zera Young on Jul 24, 2008

This is a soul searching message as we live for God. Since God knows our heart and our thoughts we need to examine ourselves and see just where we stand with our Lord Jesus Christ. Check it out and see what you think.

Our Lord journeyed through Galilee "teaching in their synagogues and preaching the Gospel of the kingdom" (Matt. 4:23). The "Gospel of the kingdom" is the most important subject in the New Testament (cf Matt. 3:2). The Gospel and deeds of Jesus Christ were understood as messianic, especially when ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1

Where Art Thou!

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Dec 2, 2010

When God called unto Adam and said Where art thou He wasn't asking for is location, but wanted Adam to be aware of his condition. Today He still ask the same question Where art thou.

“Where art Thou” By District Elder M.L. Maughmer, Jr. Genesis 3:9 “And the Lord God called unto Adam and said unto him Where art thou”. OPENING:- Our text today takes place in the Garden of Eden. This particular passage is best known as “The Fall of Man”. It ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:9

Denomination: Apostolic

Pursuing The Rock Of Ages-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jun 28, 2012

2 of 2. Moses revealed Israel’s need to seek/pursue the Rock of Ages. God’s word encourages our need to seek/pursue the Rock of Ages. Who searches for OR How do we pursue the Rock of Ages? A pursuit of the Rock of Ages considers...

PURSUING The ROCK Of AGES--II—Deuteronomy 32:3-4, 15, 18 VBS Theme: Gold Rush—Searching for the Rock of Ages! Attention: The value of Gold today’s commodities market. Yesterday Gold commodities were worth $1,566.90 per troy ounce or ~31.1g which = ~1.1oz. *As a young teenager I ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 32:15-18

Denomination: Baptist