Sermons on Tensions In The Bible:

The Bible And Astronomy Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 9, 2021

Psa. 138:6 reminds us, "Though the Lord be high, He has respect unto the lowly." Astronomy keeps us humble, but also helps us maintain a spirit of adoration for the Creator of all the wonders it discovers.

When Jesus ascended to the right hand of the Father He took a throne that made Him sovereign, not just over the earth, but over the entire universe. Before He ascended He said, "All power in heaven and on earth is given unto me." Paul tells us that He was exalted above all ...read more

Bible Study

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Mar 10, 2022

Part 1

WHY? "For they received the Word with great eagerness, examining the Scriptures daily, to see whether these things were so." Acts 17:11 "(Hu)man(kind) shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that proceeds out of the mouth of God." Matthew 4:4 WHEN? "This ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:11

Denomination: Vineyard

Bible Study

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Mar 10, 2022

Part 2

"Open my eyes that I may behold wondrous things out of Thy law." Psalm 119: 18 Protects "With regard to the works of (people), by the Word of Thy lips I have avoided the ways of the violent." Psalm 17:4 Cleanses "How can a young person keep one's way pure? By guarding ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Inspiration Of The Bible

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 15, 2022

Is the Bible inspired by a loving God? Some people believe that the Bible is myth or misogynistic or contains hate speech. Have they believed lies about the Bible? The phrase “thus says the Lord” is found over 400 times, so is the Bible an inspired document from a loving God?

Is the Bible inspired by a loving God? Some people believe that the Bible is myth or misogynistic or contains hate speech. Have they believed lies about the Bible? The phrase “thus says the Lord” is found over 400 times, so is the Bible an inspired document from a loving God? There are many points ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16, 2 Peter 1:20-21, John 10:34-36, 2 Peter 3:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

Proof Of The Bible

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 15, 2022

There are many proofs of the divine inspiration of the Bible. Let’s discuss a few.

There are many proofs of the divine inspiration of the Bible. Let’s discuss a few. Bible Prophecy Fulfilled prophecy is a proof of the truth of the Bible, where God declares: “Remember the former things, those of long ago; I am God, and there is no other; I am God, and there is none like me. I ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 46:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Walking Bible Series

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Dec 21, 2021

We become "the walking Bible" as we continue to read, study, meditate and put it into practice.

SPIRITUAL GROWTH ENHANCERS If you obey all the decrees and commands I am giving you today, all will be well with you and your children. I am giving you these instructions so you will enjoy a long life in the land the Lord your God is giving you for all time.” Deuteronomy 4:40 NLT THE WALKING ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 4:40, 2 Timothy 2:15, James 1:22

Denomination: Charismatic

Women In The Bible Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 9, 2022

When God created the female, she was designed to be a completer, Gen. 2:18-25. Together with her husband, they became one flesh, or a complete person.

When God created the female, she was designed to be a completer, Gen. 2:18-25. Together with her husband, they became one flesh or a complete person. Eve was created to furnish that which was lacking in Adam. Adam filled out what was lacking in Eve. Men and women still fill those vital roles to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:7, Galatians 3:28

Bible Canon

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 7, 2022

How did we get the Bible? How do we understand it?

The Christian Bible forms the measure of our faith. While tradition, reason and experience can contribute in valuable ways to our faith, they are not always the teachings of Jesus, the prophets and apostles. Let’s look at the canon of the Bible. Compiling the Bible over thousands of years is ...read more

Scripture: John 17:17

Denomination: Baptist

The Study Of The Bible Series

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Jul 23, 2015

The Study Of The Bible

The Study Of The Bible 2 Timothy 3:16 (KJV) 16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: "I have written for him the great things of My law, But they were considered a strange thing" (Hosea 8:12). ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Foursquare

Bullies Of The Bible

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 26, 2015

To list the bullies of the bible and what to learn from each of them.

I. EXORDIUM: Have you encountered a bully? Yes.2 Timothy 3:12 2 Timothy 3:12 (Amplified Bible) Indeed all who delight in piety and are determined to live a devoted and godly life in Christ Jesus will meet with persecution [will be made to suffer because of their religious stand]. It's part of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 5:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Comfort Of The Bible

Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 4, 2015

The comfort from the Bible is... (Material adapted from Thomas Manton's Commentary on Psalm 119, Volume 1, Sermon LVI, verse 50)

HoHum: Have children come up and do Children’s Minute. Objects: A First Aid Kit A first aid kit is a very important thing to have around.  We should all have a first aid kit in our home, in our work place, and in our car.  We have several of them around the church so that they will be handy ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:49-56

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Growing In The Bible Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 17, 2016

Growing in the Bible - sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (A). What the Bible Is: • (1). Water for cleansing (vs 9). • (2). Wealth and treasure (vs 14, 72, 127, 162). • (3). A companion and friend (vs 24). • (4). A song to sing (vs 54). • (5). Honey (vs 103). (B). What the Bible Does: • (1). It ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:1-176

Denomination: Brethren

The Bible Way Series

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Feb 4, 2016

Let us purpose our hearts to give Gods word the Bible the proper place in our lives and in our homes and let us pray the Lord will bless us as we make it the light we follow as we make our way along the path the Lord has called us each to walk

The Bible Way 2 Timothy 3:14 -17 KJV 14 But continue thou in the things which thou hast learned and hast been assured of, knowing of whom thou hast learned them; 15 And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:7-8, Deuteronomy 6:9, 2 Timothy 3:14-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Bible Is Inspired Series

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jun 7, 2016

The bible must be the foundation we base our faith upon.

June 3, 2016 Morning Worship Text: John 17:17 Subject: What We Believe Title: The Bible is Inspired One of the most divisive discussions among churches and denominations is the topic of the bible. Some more liberal theologies state that many of the claims of the bible about Jesus as well as the ...read more

Scripture: John 17:17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Purpose Of The Bible Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Sep 12, 2016

How do New Testament believers to live?

In preparation for Joshua 23 today, let’s remind ourselves the purpose of the Bible. The Bible is God’s truth written for us to learn who God is, who we are, how we are to live, and what our future will be! Take a quick look with me the Table of Contents of a Bible…. The Book of Genesis gives us ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 23:1-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible