Sermons about Understanding God

No One Is More Understanding And Willing To Wait Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 16, 2015

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To prepare to witness to others, we should engage in the practice of lectio divina.

Thursday of 20th week in course 2015 Joy of the Gospel The Book of Judges is not an easy read. The stories of the years between Joshua and the Israelite king Saul are full of blood and gore–mutilations, treachery, and repeated violation of the Law by the people He chose. Here we see ...read more

Scripture: Judges 11:29-39

Denomination: Catholic

Correctly Understanding Spiritual Leadership At Home Series

Contributed by Vince Miller on Oct 3, 2019

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Spiritual leadership in the home is one of our primary environments of leadership and by far the most challenging.

The Challenge of leading at Home Spiritual leadership in the home is one of our primary environments of leadership and by far the most challenging. It’s often a hard topic for men to even talk about because they don’t know what to do or how to do it, have failed in attempts, or just lacked a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:7

Denomination: Baptist

Easter - They Didn't Understand

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 24, 2001

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In amazement, we wonder, "What's the matter with them? Were they hard of hearing? Why didn't they get the message? Why didn't they understand?" I think there are several answers to that question.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (Revised: 2015) A. The ability to make intelligent & correct decisions is one of the great secrets of successful Christian living. ILL. Even if you aren't a sports fan I think you'll appreciate this story about a college ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:31-34, 1 Corinthians 1:23-24, Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Abraham And Sarah: Understanding Our Responsibilities Series

Contributed by Thomas Cash on Jan 13, 2005

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Although the best way to begin a new job is with a clear understanding of roles and responsibilities, too many enter into marriage with no such knowledge. (Based on a book by Bob Russell)

Sermon Notes Abraham and Sarah: Understanding Our Responsibilities Genesis 12, 21; Ephesians 5; 1 Peter 3 (Second in the series, Marriage by the Book) Introduction: There is an undeniably basic truth of creation: God produced two distinct types of people, male and female. Both are equally ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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Fighting Words: Understanding And Overcoming Conflict Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Oct 9, 2024

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We all fight with each other, but have you ever wondered why? James tells us it's because of our own desires. Our desires can lead to conflict and fights. But there's hope. We can change the way we handle our desires.

Hey guys, let's dive into something we all know too well - fights. You know, those arguments with your siblings over the remote, or with your friends over who gets the last slice of pizza. Ever wondered why we fight? James, in the Bible, says it's because of our own desires. Let's pray: "God, help ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-3, Philippians 4:7

Topics: Conflict Resolution, Peacebuilding, Negotiation Skills, Emotional Intelligence

How Do We Understand It? Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Mar 2, 2016

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The Bible is intended to be easily understood by the reader.

Story about understanding the Bible Turn to 2 Timothy 2:15 This morning we continue our series on the Bible. We used the term text (ICON/VIDEO) because it speaks of the ancient text while at the same time speaking of our contemporary times. In week 1, we discussed the Why? (ICON/3 IMAGES). ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15

Denomination: Baptist

My Month Of Understanding Money Matters

Contributed by Pastor Amos Dele Dada on Mar 4, 2020

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New beginning means starting afresh or anew. It means going back to the basics. So this month I will like us to look afresh into money matters.

New beginning means starting afresh or anew. It means going back to the basics. So this month I will like us to look afresh into money matters. Talking about money Solomon acclaimed to be biblically one of the wisest men on earth prayed - "Give me money enough so that I will not steal, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:19, Acts 20:35, Proverbs 22:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Understand Jesus' Life Of Humble Service! Series

Contributed by Chad Wright on Mar 30, 2004

based on 54 ratings

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The second in a series on Lenten symbols, this sermon focuses on Jesus’ humble life of service first as our Substitute and secondly to be an example to his followers of humble service.

3 Jesus knew that the Father had put all things under his power, and that he had come from God and was returning to God; 4 so he got up from the meal, took off his outer clothing, and wrapped a towel around his waist. 5 After that, he poured water into a basin and began to wash his disciples’ feet, ...read more

Scripture: John 13:3-17

Denomination: Lutheran

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Understanding Forgiveness: A Good Friday Message SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

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The First Word uttered from the Cross? 1.) Father 2.) Forgive 3.) They Don't Know what They are Doing

Close your eyes and imagine the scene: the sand in the air, the crowd shouting for Barabas, the soldiers escorting Jesus to Calvary, the sound of nails being driven into His hands and feet. In the midst of this agony, Jesus utters His first words from the Cross. Can you hear them? "Father, forgive ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:1-34

Topics: Easter, Good Friday

Do We Really Understand Condemnation Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Aug 17, 2017

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Do we really understand what Hell is all about? why should we fear the second death? Is there a realization that all souls exist for eternity and eternal punishment is just that, eternal.

Opening Illustration: The October 25, 1999 crash of golfer Payne Stewart’s plane was a bizarre incident. He and three companions and two crew, boarded a twin-engine, $2.4 million Learjet which left the runway at 9:19 A.M near Orlando, Florida. There were two pilots, and all seemed fine when they ...read more

Scripture: John 5:22-29

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is Not Wise And Understanding Among You? Series

Contributed by John Wright on Feb 1, 2010

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James teaches about wisdom, but first he teaches about what wisdom is not and he gives a list of negative things that Christians must avoid.

INTRODUCTION #15 1. Open your bibles to James 3:13-16. 2. In this section of scripture James begins a discussion on the subject of wisdom by asking a question. 3. Let’s read the first part of James 3:13a, “Who is wise and understanding among you?” 4. In the second part of ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Pentecost--United In Understanding, Truth, & Love"

Contributed by John Donnelly on Jun 5, 2008

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The Holy Spirit ;11) empowers us to understand one another; (2) thereby exposing us to the truth of Christ; which units ther Body in Love.

Pentecost Sermon May, 2008 Únited in Understanding, Truth, and Love By the Rev. John Donnelly There is an old joke that says,” God so loved the world—THAT HE DID NOT SEND A ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Understanding Your Church's Vision And Doing It

Contributed by Duane Boehm on Feb 14, 2002

based on 34 ratings

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This sermon helps pastors to look at their churches vision and see where you’re headed

UNDERSTANDING YOUR CHURCHES VISION AND DOING IT PROV. 29:18 ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Baptist

Wisdom – Seeking True Understanding Of Life Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jul 2, 2018

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Wisdom – Seeking True Understanding of Life Series: Wisdom for Life (The Book of Proverbs) Brad Bailey - July 1, 2018

Wisdom – Seeking True Understanding of Life Series: Wisdom for Life (The Book of Proverbs) Brad Bailey - July 1, 2018 Intro We all know the story of Alladin and the magic lamp. There are many take offs of that story, such as the three sailors whose ship went down, and they made their way in a ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Messiah Who Understands True Family Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 15, 2010

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When we give our lives to Christ, His family becomes our family.

A Messiah Who Understands the True Family Text: Matt. 12:46-50 Introduction 1. Illustration: Rudyard Kipling once wrote about families, "all of us are we--and everyone else is they." A family shares things like dreams, hopes, possessions, memories, smiles, frowns, and gladness...A family is a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:46-50

Denomination: Methodist

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