Sermons on Understand Scripture:

The Joy Of Repentance Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Mar 6, 2022

Repentance is key to enjoying God’s forgiveness of sin. Understanding what the Bible says about repentance is the foundation for living out what God’s will for us.

The Joy of Repentance Grasping the Value of Repenting There is a passage of Scripture Jesus spoke to His disciples and in that Word of truth from God, there is a key Greek word of which we must grasp it’s meaning. Jesus said, “Then He opened their minds so they understand the Scriptures, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:45-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sheep Thrills: The Exciting Life Of Jesus' Little Lambs

Contributed by Jeffrey Samelson on May 7, 2004

While the primary purpose of the Good Shepherd/Sheep image in Scripture is our comfort and peace, people might think that’s dull. But there’s excitement in being Jesus’ sheep!

May 2, 2004 — Fourth Sunday of Easter / Good Shepherd Sunday Christ Lutheran Church, Columbia, MD Pastor Jeff Samelson John 10:22-30 Sheep Thrills: The Exciting Life of Jesus’ Little Lambs I. False Concepts II. Where the Real Excitement Is Grace and peace be yours in abundance through the ...read more

Scripture: John 10:22-30, Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

A Price To Pay

Contributed by Jose R. Hernandez on Jul 11, 2007

When we take the time to read and meditate in the scriptures, it is very obvious that we are all called to gather, but the sad reality is that this alone does not necessarily mean that we are following and serving God.

There are many people in this world that wish to follow Christ, isn’t that true? How many people gathered here today wish to follow Christ? All of us here have the deep desire in our heart to follow our Lord and Savior. In fact, this desire was what motivated us to find a congregation where we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Obligations Drawn From The Widow’s Mite

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jan 11, 2022

A NEW message from the Widow's Mite narrative in Mark's Gospel. Understanding the culture of widows gives a new view of an old story.

Obligations drawn from the Widow’s Mite Mark 12:38-41 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz 41 And He sat down opposite the treasury, and began observing how the people were putting money into the treasury; and many rich people were putting in large sums. 42 A poor widow came and put in two small copper ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:38-41

Denomination: United Methodist

Renew: Grace And Truth Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 17, 2021

I believe from studying revival’s of the past that we get renewed and revived by understanding Grace and Truth. They are connected together and not in conflict with each other.

Video Transition: John 1:14 Summary of our Series Renew 2021: Thesis: We need to be renewed by connecting or re-connecting with the Lord this year in 2021. To do this requires a renewed mind, a renewed soul and a renewed passion for Jesus. Key theme Scripture Verse: “Do not conform to the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14, Ephesians 1:3-7, John 14:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Targeting God's Will

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Oct 30, 2010

People often ask the question - "How can I know God's will for my life?" This message addresses the key elements to understanding and discovering God's will.

Targeting God’s Will October 10, 2010 Romans 12:1-2 Sunday AM Intro: Good AM. Well here we are. It’s hard to believe this day has arrived, and my family is thrilled to be here to meet you. I want to talk to you this AM about an appropriate topic in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Heart Of The King

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Oct 15, 2005

If we are going to experience the fullness of the Kingdom of God in our lives, we must understand how much the Lord loves us and wants to help us.

The Heart of the King The Kingdom of God Good News, was the message of the Kingdom of God. Mtt 4:23 Jesus was going throughout all Galilee, teaching in their synagogues and proclaiming the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every kind of disease and every kind of sickness among the people. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:23

Denomination: Charismatic

The Truth About Family In Heaven PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2025

Despite our current limited understanding, God promises we will one day see Him clearly, fully known and loved, reunited and whole in His presence.

If you’ve ever peered through a fogged-up bathroom mirror and tried to make sense of the face staring back, you know the feeling. Shapes are there. Outlines are there. But clarity? It waits. Life often feels like that—hints without the whole picture, music through a wall, daylight under a door. We ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:12

Topics: Afterlife, Recognition

Go! And... Let The Word Cut Deep - Hebrews 4:12 (Nlt) Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 17, 2025

When you open your Bible—the Word of God opens you.

Go! And... Let the Word cut deep - Hebrews 4:12 (NLT) INTRODUCTION — “THE BOOK THAT READS YOU” If you were to walk into a surgery and see an X-ray machine glowing, you would understand its power: it reveals what the naked eye cannot see. In the same way, when you open your Bible, something far ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12, 1 Peter 1:23, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Jeremiah 23:29, John 1:14, Psalm 119:105, James 1:22, Romans 10:9, Hebrews 4:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Do I Do With God’s Will Acts Series

Contributed by James Lee on Dec 9, 2016

Last week we looked at understanding God’s will… “God’ what do You want me to do right here right now that will honor You?”This week, once I understand God’s will, what do do with it? Adapted from a series by Pastor Jerry Shirley.

What do I do with God’s Will Acts 21: 14 & Romans 12:1-2 I pulled up this old Road Runner cartoon and watched as Wiley Coyote finally caught the road runner. He is standing there next to the giant sized road runner and holds up a sign that reads; “Okay, wise guys, you always wanted me ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:14

Denomination: Baptist

Christ Can Be Exalted In You Series

Contributed by Dan Stires on May 7, 2008

Paul explains the power of prayer and his hopeful deliverance. Understanding what can happen if the church gets back to the power of what prayer can do.

Christ Can Be Exalted In You and His Church! Philippians 1:18-21 Intro: Herbert Jackson, A new missionary was assigned a car that would not start without a push or what we would call a jump-start. After pondering his problem, he devised a plan. He went to the school near his home, got ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:19-21

Denomination: Nazarene

"fill My Cup, Lord"

Contributed by Dwight Davis on Jun 14, 2002

Prayer has been called "breathing for the soul" yet so many of us are spiritually suffocating and don’t understand why.

“Fill My Cup, Lord” The subject upon which we will dwell this morning, is no doubt one that Satan would rather we not explore. Why? because today it is my intention to make known to you an unbeatable weapon provided to us by God. Now this particular weapon is included in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:6, Mark 11:24

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

How Do I Overcome Bitterness From Suffering? Series

Contributed by Raymond Maurer on Jul 12, 2004

How do I overcome bitterness? •Understand that it destroys us •Adjust my expectations •Help others in who are in need •Appeal to God for help

Title: How Do I Overcome Bitterness from Suffering? Text: Job 3.1-5.27 Series: Job: The Mystery of Suffering (Job) Raymond Maurer, New Life Christian Church, Wixom, MI www.NewLifeWithGod.com. E-mail me if you would like the Power Point Slides (Ray@NewLifeWithGod.com). Kurt Cobain ended his life ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Great Crowd Of Witnesses (London Olympics 2012)

Contributed by Tim Power on Aug 1, 2012

A sermon to encourage, to persevere, to understand a great crowd of witnesses goes before us and that we as Christians support each other in our faith race for life

NBC July 2012 (London Olympic opening weekend) In front of a great cloud of witnesses 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 24 Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize. 25 Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

God Has A Plan, Are You Going To Help Racial Reconciliation

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jan 15, 2021

This sermon looks at a a Biblical understanding of the notion of race. God has always intended to create one race of people in a new humanity to build his temple.

God Has A Plan, Are You Going To Help? Racial Reconciliation 1/17/2021 Genesis 9:1-16 Ephesians 2:11-22 For the Next three Sundays we will be joining Bay Presbyterian Church in doing a series on Racial Reconciliation. The first message will deal with a theology of race, the second message ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:1-16, Numbers 12:1-12, Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed