Sermons on Tensions In The Bible:

The Blueprints Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Aug 5, 2011

Can you build a real house without blueprints? Sure you can throw up a square storage shed maybe without them, but do you not need to have some kind of visual plan of the dimensions, how many rooms, where the rooms go, and so on in order to start building

Can you build a real house without blueprints? Sure you can throw up a square storage shed maybe without them, but do you not need to have some kind of visual plan of the dimensions, how many rooms, where the rooms go, and so on in order to start building an actual house? I remember when I worked ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12

Bereans

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 12, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Are you an open-minded person? Do you want to open your mind on GOD's Words? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To be like the Bereans IV. TEXT: Acts 17:11 (NLT) 11 And the people of Berea were more open-

I. EXORDIUM: Are you an open-minded person? Do you want to open your mind on GOD's Words? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To be like the Bereans IV. TEXT: Acts 17:11 (NLT) 11 And the people of Berea were more open-minded than those in Thessalonica, and they listened ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Most Important Lesson I Could Ever Teach

Contributed by Francis Chan on Sep 16, 2011

A sermon regarding Peter's lesson of how to spend time alone in the Book, studying the Book for yourself, and having time alone with God.

This morning, I’ve titled my message “The Most Important Lesson I Could Ever Teach,” and I want you to know that’s not an exaggeration. It’s not something I just thought to get your attention. I really believe this. And in some ways, I believe that this is the most ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:12-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Welcoming The Word

Contributed by Adrian Rogers on Oct 11, 2011

The Bible is full of great truths. But, these truths can do you no good, even if you know them, if you don’t receive them.

Introduction I want you to take your Bibles now and turn to James chapter 1, and we’ll begin reading where we left off this morning. And, that is with verse 21, James chapter 1 and verse 21. We want to speak to you on a truth that we studied together some time ago. But, since we’re ...read more

Scripture: James 1:21-27

Denomination: Baptist

Abundant Living: A Lifetime Of Learning

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on May 8, 2011

Someone said, "Ecstatic experiences will not free us. Without knowledge of the truth, we will not be free." This talk explores the value of Bible study.

An Invitation to Abundant Living “Lifetime of Learning” Philippians 4:8-9 Instead of studying for the last exam of their college careers, four seniors spent the night partying in the house they had rented off campus. The next morning they waited until the test would be almost finished, and then ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8-9

Denomination: Salvation Army

Running The Race Series

Contributed by Steve Salmon on Oct 9, 2002

This sermon explores the tension between the accomplishments of the faithful and their character and discovers that Jesus fills the gap between righteousness and our character.

Running The Race Hebrews 12:1-12 SICC 9/22/02 CONFLICT INTRODUCTION The image of chapter 11 is a great one. The saints of old cheering us on so that we finish the race. If life is a race, it is a steeplechase not a track meet. Maybe even an extreme steeplechase. There are moving obstructions we ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Question About Servanthood Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on Aug 5, 2006

Jessu continues asking questions of his disciples, this one deals with serving, the open illustration is a great tension building activity

This morning we are going to start our message off a little differently then normal. Since we are talking about servanthood, I thought it would be appropriate to wash one another¡¦s feet. In just a few moments men and women will be coming in with towels and basins, we will start from the outside ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sunday School 101

Contributed by Ray Swift on Sep 11, 2003

The purpose and foundations for a growing Sunday School.

FB, Cherokee September 7, 2003 Sunday Morning Sunday School – 101 Luke 24:13-35 Intro.: Today we began yet another year for the Sunday School. This year brings brand new teachers as well as veteran teachers. To each and all thank you for responding to God’s call and for fulfilling your part in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35, 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

It Is Written

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 7, 2008

When assaulted by Satan, Jesus refuted him with the Word of God. He knows, believes and applies the Word. "It is written" is very important. Can we say that today?

There is a war going on in the wilderness. • Satan is out to tempt Jesus and stop him from doing God’s will. • Jesus defends himself with the only weapon He has – God’s Word. • Three times He responded, “It is written.” Satan is out to deceive, to lure man into doing things contrary to God’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Old Testament Series

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Aug 13, 2009

Old Testament - The first in a series of sermons designed to encourage personal Bible study by demystifying the Scriptures and providing background and context to the Old Testament.

I suppose that we can all think of a situation or two in our own lives where going to the instruction manual or to the owner’s manual would have been very helpful. When we need to learn how to set up a telephone, or find the fuses in a car or put together a complicated piece of furniture, the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-17, 2 Timothy 3:1

Denomination: Lutheran

How To Benefit From The Word Of God Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Aug 19, 2009

As we continue to study the book of James, we come to the end of chapter one and James emphasis on making the Word of God apart of daily living.

How to Benefit from the Word of God James 1:19-27 Intro At least once each day, we stand before a mirror and review the way we look. If an adjustment is necessary, and it usually is, then we straighten our clothes brush or hair all because the mirror has helped us by revealing things about how ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Revelation Of Scripture Series

Contributed by Rusty Tardo on Mar 27, 2009

Christianity is a religion of revelation in that God has revealed Himself to man through Christ and the Bible.

BIBLIOLOGY The Doctrine of Scripture #1 [ The Revelation of Scripture ] Dr. Russell K. Tardo I. THE REVELATION OF SCRIPTURE A. Revelation: Revelation is the first of three important parts to the Doctrine of the Scriptures. It is the unveiling of the truth; the giving of spiritual truth ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Scriptures Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Mar 10, 2010

The first of a series dealing with the articles of the Baptist Faith and Message.

The Scriptures (BFM #1) Text: 2 Timothy 3:10-17 By: Ken McKinley (Read Text) Today we are starting a series on the Baptist Faith and Message. Now some people would ask, “Why are we doing that? Why go over the BFM when we can just look at our little tract and read it for ourselves?” Others might ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:10-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Character Of God's Word. Are You Taking Time To Read The Book

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Jan 20, 2010

The Bible is the Christian's guide through life

The Character of God's Word. Are you taking time to read the Book A challenge to read the Bible Joshua 1:8-9 Psalm 119:11 Believers Lack Biblical Understanding: A Barna poll reveals that many born again Americans hold beliefs contrary to Scripture. Among the most disturbing is that 68% ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:8-9

Denomination: Wesleyan

Growing Through God’s Word Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Jan 26, 2010

To get the most out of Bible study you need to accept God’s word, analyze it and apply it.

GROWING THROUGH GOD’S WORD A family was driving to Tampa, Florida. As far as the eye could see, orange trees were loaded with fruit. When we stopped for breakfast, I ordered orange juice with my eggs. "I’m sorry," the waitress said. "I can’t bring you orange juice. Our machine is broken." We were ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:11-14

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance