Sermons on Truth Claim:

How Can I Discern God's Truth Today

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Nov 10, 2001

Teaching on how we can decipher truth in a maze of "spirituality" that we find ourselves in today

How Can I Discern God’s Truth Today The obvious fact is that people disagree. That can lead to conflict, wars have been fought over disagreements. Yet, every Christian wants (or should want!) to be able to separate fact from fiction. A. SEARCH & CHECK THE BIBLE 1. Listen with openness to the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Behold, What Manner Of Love! - Part 5

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Sep 17, 2020

Today we are continuing our study in 1 John 3. Thus far John has been presenting us with “tests” we can take that will help us to know whether or not we are true Christians.

Today we are continuing our study in 1 John 3. Thus far John has been presenting us with “tests” we can take that will help us to know whether or not we are true Christians. 1. One of the first tests we find in the passage of John we are looking at today continues with what we were looking at ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Christmas - Part 3

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Oct 9, 2020

Last time we learned that both Jews and Gentiles, before Christ, were in bondage the "elements of the world." The “elements of the world” referred to the principles of non-Christian humanity, that is, humanity outside of Christ.

(Gal 4:1 NKJV) Now I say that the heir, as long as he is a child, does not differ at all from a slave, though he is master of all, (Gal 4:2 NKJV) but is under guardians and stewards until the time appointed by the father. (Gal 4:3 NKJV) Even so we, when we were children, were in bondage under ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Tell If Your Faith Is True. Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 31, 2021

When you think of some Christian you greatly admire, you are usually thinking of their loving kindness and Christian actions, and not their views of the trinity. It is by behavior that we impress people with our Christian faith and not by our belief.

The passage we are looking at has been greatly misunderstood. Some have thought it contradicts what Paul says about being justified by faith. James says we are justified by works. They appear to be holding opposite views, but a close study of the words reveals that they are in perfect agreement. ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Hosea’s Risky Love, Part 2

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Aug 1, 2022

In the days the past, the clarion call and mission of the black church was two-fold: it served as a beacon of hope for the lost-soul seeking grace and mercy, but it also functioned as an oasis for all issues affecting the community. BMCR is That for the United Methodist Church

Hosea 11:1-5, 9-11 11:1 When Israel was a child, I loved him, and out of Egypt I called my son. 11:2 The more I called them, the more they went from me; they kept sacrificing to the Baals, and offering incense to idols. 11:3 Yet it was I who taught Ephraim to walk, I took them up in my arms; but ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 11:1-5, Hosea 11:9-11

Denomination: United Methodist

You Will Know The Truth And He Will Set You Free

Contributed by Bradford Robinson on May 24, 2003

This message takes a look at the importance of knowing the Truth in Jesus Christ and the freedom that truth brings.

On the day He was crucified, Jesus stood before Pontius Pilate accused of false charges. Pilate asked Jesus if He is indeed a King to which Jesus replied, “You are right in saying that I am a King. In fact, for this reason I was born, and for this I came into the worlds, to testify to the truth. ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-47, John 18:33-38

Denomination: Methodist

Grow Into An Emotionally Mature Adult Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Feb 12, 2011

Part 7 in series Emotionally Healthy Spirituality, this message shows what it means to be an emotionally mature adult, explains why most adults are not emotionally mature, and connects the process implicitly to spiritual growth, referring to the work of t

Grow Into an Emotionally Mature Adult Emotionally Healthy Spirituality, prt. 7 Wildwind Community Church November 21, 2010 David Flowers Well, I’m sorry to say we are nearing the end of our Emotionally Healthy Spirituality series. It has been a difficult series in many ways, to be sure, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10-16

Denomination: Free Methodist

Brought To Life; Brought Together

Contributed by David Taylor on Aug 20, 2024

We are starting our series in Paul’s letter to Ephesians so turn to Ephesians 1:1-2. Today I want to introduce the author, the recipients, his prayer in writing, and then give a summary of the letter.

The Author: The Source of His Authority (1a) The letter opens with Paul identifying himself as the author. In those days, the author did this at the beginning of letters rather than the end as we do. He writes as one with authority to instruct the church and this authority qualifies him to write. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Telling The Truth And Being Prayerful Must Be Characteristic Of Christians Series

Contributed by John Wright on Feb 2, 2010

James exhorts Christians to tell the truth and not be guilty of making up cleaverly worded oaths that they say, but feel no obligation to keep and Christians must always utilize the wonderful avenue of prayer.

INTRODUCTION #32 1. Open your bibles to James 5:12-13a. 2. The last few lessons from the book of James have been on the subject of patience. We have discussed the example of farmers and their patience. We have discussed the examples of Jeremiah and Job and their patience. We have discussed the ...read more

Scripture: James 5:12-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Believers Need To Avoid Being Double Minded! Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 18, 2019

A double-minded person is one who says one thing and does another, they claim to know God and yet their actions do not live up to such claims.

He thinks about two different things at the same time and can't make up his mind about anything; they are dually focused and have split opinions on the same subject. Their loyalty is divided between God and the world, and they are unstable in everything they do. James 1:8. It is God who ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:23, Psalm 32:10, James 4:8, Psalm 103:3

The Resurrection Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Nov 27, 2020

Today, we'll be looking at several facts of the Resurrection...

1.) The Reality of the Resurrection – Christ is risen indeed! (1 Cor 15:1 NKJV) Moreover, brethren, I declare to you the gospel which I preached to you, which also you received and in which you stand, (1 Cor 15:2 NKJV) by which also you are saved, if you hold fast that word which I preached to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Plan For A Healthy Church Series

Contributed by Dale Johnsen on Aug 22, 2002

God uses the local church to grow baby Christians into mature Christians.

God has designed His church to function like a loving family that you can invite people into. Church is not a place to issue edicts; church is a place to nurture growth. Church is a place for shepherds, not generals. Church is a place that exists for the purpose of helping people grow and mature ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

Examining The Doctrine Of Generational Curses

Contributed by Tarran Dookie on Sep 11, 2023

Can someone inherit a generational curse? Do believers in Christ need deliverance from generational curses? Let us examine the scriptures to determine if the doctrine of generational curses is taught in the Bible.

EXAMINING THE DOCTRINE OF GENERATIONAL CURSES (by brother Tarran Dookie) WHAT IS MEANT BY A GENERATIONAL CURSE? A generational curse is said to be a curse that is passed on from one generation to another generation, from a person’s parent, grandparent or other ancestor. A generational curse is ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Nothing Is Hidden From The Lord

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Dec 4, 2023

The Lord knows the lies. The Lord shows the truth.

NOTHING IS HIDDEN FROM THE LORD (Outline) July 30, 2023 – Pentecost 9 – JEREMIAH 23:23-29 INTRO.: The Lord God knows everything. He knows our hearts. Hears our words. Sees our actions. There is nothing done or not done that the Lord does not see. Or know. “For there is nothing hidden that ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 23:23-29

Denomination: Lutheran

Message Sent (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Oct 12, 2009

We can only enjoy freedom when we experience God’s Word.

For two weeks now, Deacons Jun Go and Alex Chun are going through a Freshmen Integration Training in preparation for their upcoming masters in the Int’l Graduate School of Leadership. Though I am not really a freshman, I have to join that immersion experience. One of its highlights was a cultural ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31

Denomination: Baptist