Sermons on Truth Creates Boundaries:

"The Truth About Sin " Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 20, 2008

Deals with three False Statements About Sin. Each of the false claims about sin is introduced by John’s use of the term “if we say” (vv. 6, 8, 10) and is followed by John’s denial of that claim.

A Study of the Book of 1st John “Back To the Basics” Sermon # 2 “The Truth About Sin” 1 John 1:5-10, 2:1-2 Several years ago the noted psych-iatrist, Dr. Karl Menniger, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Truth About Rich People

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Nov 20, 2008

Wealth is only a problem if hording becomes a way of life

The Truth about Rich People James 5:1-6 Watching all the financial news this week, I heard names of wealthy people mentioned that I did not recognize. One of the people mentioned had thrown his support behind one of the hurting financial companies. The said that he was putting up “9 billion ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-6

Denomination: Congregational

Our Approaches To Truth And Sin

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on May 29, 2008

People should not be judged by their outward appearances. It is our approaches to sin and truth that make a difference in how we impact others. John teaches us some things in this

Our approach to Sin 1 John 1: 5-10 5 This is the message we have heard from him and declare to you: God is light; in him there is no darkness at all. 6 If we claim to have fellowship with him yet walk in the darkness, we lie and do not live by the truth. 7 But if we walk in the light, as he is ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Truth Has Fallen In The Street

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Jun 28, 2008

If substantial change does not happen in the next 10 years, we will face calamity, terrorism, natural disasters and anarchy like we have never seen before in the history of this nation!

I am convinced that with every crisis, with every crossroad a nation faces, there is ether more chaos or massive correction, bad critics or a brilliant cure. America is in a crisis and stands at a decisive crossroad. And the next few choices she makes – will determine her destiny! If America ends ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 59:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Truths To Learn From Esther

Contributed by Jerry Smith on Apr 14, 2008

Esther was faced with a decision that required her to pray, review God’s timing, act with courage and live by faith. These are traits we must evidence too when making decisions

Esther became Queen to King Xerxes in 479BC. This was around 25 years after Ezra took a group of pilgrims back to Israel. In chapter one Queen Vashti refuses to obey the King and is removed from power. In chapter two the King holds a beauty pageant to select the next queen. READ 2:17, 18 As we ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

Materialism's Blinder: Biotechnology And Truth

Contributed by Chuck Colson on Aug 13, 2008

Your eyes may glaze over when you read the headlines about stem-cell research—debates over moral quandaries, federal funding, and legislative decisions about regulation. But you need to pay attention and speak up: The next debate may be about your own wor

This article is from BreakPoint WorldView magazine: http://www.breakpoint.org/contentindex.asp?ID=146. -------------------------------------------------- Your eyes may glaze over when you read the headlines about stem-cell research--debates over moral quandaries, federal funding, and legislative ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:20-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Simple Steps To Finding Truth

Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Aug 23, 2008

If we are to make the most of our Christianity, we must realize that we are starving, stand on God’s word and take steps to glorify God.

In verse 97, the author says, “How love I thy law…” The word love here from the original language can mean “a human love for another” or “a human appetite for objects.” Sometimes, our affections and our base needs are very different, other times they are one and the same. Many people would ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:97-105

Denomination: United Methodist

Seven Time Tested Truths

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Aug 30, 2008

This word will bring truth and humor to all!

Seven Time Tested Truths Text: Ecclesiastes 1:1-2,12: 13-14 1.Remember now your Creator in the days of your youth, Before the difficult days come, And the years draw near when you say,“ I have no pleasure in them”: 2 “ Vanity of vanities,” says the Preacher; “ Vanity of vanities, all is vanity.” ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Four Truths About Death

Contributed by Larry Finley on Sep 2, 2008

Death is certain

FOUR TRUTHS ABOUT DEATH 8/24/08 John 8:21-24 Hope Baptist Church 1. Death Subject most try to avoid a. All who are going to die – Pls Stand b. all who know the day/month/hour – pls be seated c. all who want to die right now remain standing! 1. PEOPLE DIE A. Scriptural 1. 3xs in 4 Vs. Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 8:21-24

Denomination: Baptist

Itruths: Iknow

Contributed by Jonathan Falwell on Sep 10, 2007

Our responsibility is always to make sure that we are basing our lives on the truth.

iTRUTHS: iKnow Life Lessons for the iPod Generation, part 1 Fact versus fallacy. This is something that we deal with every single day. We try to determine what is real, what is genuine in our lives…and what is not. And, in our world today, these types of distinctions are not always as easy as ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

Truth: First Negative - Then Positive

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Oct 5, 2007

The Word of God often sets forth truth in a dual fold fashion, first negatively, then positively.

TRUTH: FIRST NEGATIVE - THEN POSITIVE The Word of God often sets forth truth in a dual fold fashion, first negatively, then positively. For example it says: "Be not drunk with wine wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit," "Have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Truth? (Jesus Is Messiah) Series

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 7, 2007

This is a sermon focusing on who Jesus really is... it points to Christmas and casts a shadow of the Cross over the nativity.

John 18:33-37 Pilate entered the praetorium again and called Jesus, and said to him, “Are you the King of the Jews?” Jesus answered, “Do you say this of your own accord, or do others say it to you about me?” Pilate answered, “Am I a Jew? Your own nation and chief priests have handed you over to ...read more

Scripture: John 18:33-37

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Domino Effect - Truths That Trigger Series

Contributed by Rob Willis on Mar 8, 2006

Focus on truths that trigger God’s working in our lives when we believe and obey them.

Focusing on Truth – a Study in Ephesians Lesson Seven: “The Domino Effect” Subtitle: Truths that Trigger God’s Work Ephesians 1:15-20 Note: As I preached this message, I used dominos in the following ways: 1) I had the ushers hand one to every adult and teen in the service. 2) I illustrated what I ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Stabilizing Truths, Part 2

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Mar 10, 2006

There are four different truths that the Holy Spirit wants you to grasp about the “Greatness of God.” When the Lord is allowed to illuminate these truths into the child of God, He will declare the greatness of God, announcing Him as strong and stable, as

Turn Your Bibles to Deuteronomy 32:3-4 Title: Stabilizing Truths, Part 2 Theme: The Greatness of God Listen as I read Deuteronomy 32:3-4: “I will proclaim the name of the LORD. Oh, praise the greatness of our God! He is the Rock, His works are perfect, and all His ways are just. A faithful ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 32:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Finding Truth In An Age Of Lies

Contributed by Kemuel Travis on Mar 24, 2006

To show that truth can be known and that we must be willing to tell the truth to a world walking in deception.

-We live in what I would call an age of lies -It’s difficult, if not impossible at times to discern the truth from the lies, the fact from the fiction -General Statistics -In 1963, according to Gallup, 65% believed the Bible literally; today the number is only 32%. There was a time when most ...read more

Scripture: John 18:28-38

Denomination: Wesleyan