Sermons on The Bible: showing 46-60 of 124,154

The Bible In A Nutshell Series

Contributed by Daniel Richter on Jan 10, 2008

Jesus boils down the Gospel to the basics

I was looking through some old college papers and I came across an essay that I had written about Macbeth, the Shakespeare play. I’ve never been a big fan of Shakespeare. I simply cannot understand the way that he wrote, I don’t get the language and the terms and so I can’t follow the story line. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Eloquence Of The Bible Series

Contributed by Greg Addison on Jan 31, 2008

Psalm 46:1 contains an example of the eloquence God uses to teach you of His love. It will stir your desire to see what else He has to say to you.

THE ELOQUENCE OF THE BIBLE This morning I want to show you a passage of scripture that illustrates the eloquence of the Bible. God’s word is the most beautiful, meaningful, and wonderful message ever given to man. It is as applicable today than it has ever been to real life. Yet it is so often ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1

Denomination: Baptist

Bible Interpretation

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Jul 20, 2008

Reading The bible with clarity

Bible Interpretation John begins his gospel with a series of declarative statements about the deity of Christ. In contrast to the other gospels, John begins his gospel in eternity past. Matthew, who portrays Christ as the King, begins with a genealogy to prove His Davidic ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The History Of The Bible

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Aug 18, 2008

A challenge to not neglect God word.

Some interesting facts about the Bible: • “Bible” comes from the Latin biblia, meaning “books.” • The first book ever printed was the Bible in 1454. • The Bible was divided into chapters by Stephen Langton in 1228. • The Old Testament was divided into verses by R. Nathan in 1488 and the New ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:16

Denomination: Baptist

Is The Bible Reliable?

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Aug 26, 2008

Is the Bible reliable, or is it full of errors, contradictions, and myths?

The Bible is not just one book—it is a collection of dozens of books. Yet all these writings taken together speak with unity and proclaim unmistakably: “People matter to God!” • It was written over 1400 years. • It was written over 40 generations. • It was written by over 40 authors from all walks ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Bible Is Trustworthy

Contributed by Larry Bussard on Jun 8, 2008

Demonstration that the Bible is trustworty

The Bible, You Can Trust It Pt.1 External Evidence John 18:38 (NIV) "What is truth?" Pilate asked. Evangelical Fundamental Born-again Youth Eighty percent (80%) of kids involved in church agree that religious beliefs are important to them, and Sixty-one percent (61%) say the Bible is accurate. ...read more

Scripture: John 17:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why The Bible? Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Sep 16, 2008

An explanation of the Bible, why it is God’s word and the role it can play in our lives

Why the Bible? II Timothy 3:14-17 Several prominent literary figures were invited to an open forum where they were interviewed. One question that came up was: “If you were stranded on a desert isle, and you could only have one book, which book would you bring with you?” The first person said ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-17

Denomination: Methodist

Shrek Of The Bible

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Sep 26, 2008

God is taking you and me on a journey to a Promised Land. For us that Promised Land is heaven. The land of Israel has already been given to His Chosen People. We the church are to continue our journey to our place of rest which is heaven. Satan does

Shrek of the Bible In Numbers 22 we learn of a talking Donkey that pre-dates the Donkey from the now famous movie Shrek. It seems Hollywood still borrows from the bible when it’s looking for a great story to tell. In the movie version we learn that the King wants to get rid of all the ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 22:1-40

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Pitcairn Bible

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Oct 25, 2008

Bibel Sunday - God’s word is more than a storybook. It has the power to transform lives. Don’t miss out by neglecting it

Psalm 119 9-16 9 How can a young man keep his way pure? By living according to your word. 10 I seek you with all my heart; do not let me stray from your commands. 11 I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you. 12 Praise be to you, O ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:9-16

Denomination: Anglican

Is The Bible Trustworthy? Series

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Oct 18, 2004

Paul’s admonition to Timothy to place his full confidence in the authenticity and usefulness of Scripture.

In the year A.D. 303, the Roman Emperor Diocletian issued a decree that he hoped would extinguish the spreading flames of Christianity. One of his primary objectives was the seizure and destruction of the Christian Scriptures. Later that year, officials enforced the decree in North Africa. One ...read more

Denomination: Other

Is The Bible An Option?

Contributed by Martin Kim on Oct 25, 2004

We need the transforming power of the word in our lives, otherwise we are merely good moral people, and not Christians.

God’s Book There was a military officer who happened to stop by an island in the South Pacific. The military officer discovered that the island was inhabited by cannibals. Cannibals are humans who eat other humans. One day he came cross an old tribal chief. He saw the chief reading the Bible ...read more

Scripture: John 17:17

Denomination: Adventist

The Bible And Divorce

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 25, 2004

Message based on Jesus’ words regarding divorce.

The Bible and Divorce Matthew 5:31-32 October 24, 2004 Introduction Today is the second message in our series called, "Topics Every Pastor Just LOVES to Talk About." Last week we started that series by discussing lust and adultery. We focused on the fact that just as murder begins in the heart ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:31-32

Denomination: Wesleyan

Back To The Bible Series

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Jan 24, 2007

Scripture is the guidebook that provides the only reliable directions for spiritual formation.

Back To The Bible 2 Timothy 3:16, 17 Where do we go from here? Where do we get our directions? On the Friday after Christmas, I had the opportunity to hang a garage-door opener. Before I did anything else, I opened up the manual. On Tuesday, January 2, Timothy began the journey back to Groton, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is The Bible Reliable Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Mar 20, 2006

The third of five messages on the reliability of Christianity.

A Ready Defense March 20, 2005 Is the Bible Reliable? Review: This AM we’re going to finish our series entitled A Ready Defense. 1 Pt. 3:15 says, “But set part Christ as Lord of your life, and if you are asked about your Christian hope, always being ready to explain it.” This ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

Bible Prophecy Series

Contributed by Manuel Amparo on Mar 26, 2006

Bible prophecy is still another source of the revelation of God.

BIBLE PROPHECY 2 PETER 1:19 A. GOD REVEALED HIMSELF 1. In creation: a. Genesis chapters one and two b. Creation is the key to the knowledge of His eternal power and Godhead - Rom. 1:20 c. It is a declaration of His glory and majesty - Ps. 19:1-6; ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:19

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist