Sermons on Understanding Others:

What Part Of "i Am The Way, The Truth, And The Life" Do You Not Understand?

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 29, 2022

Jesus Christ made it clear to His disciples in the Upper Room and to everyone that He and He alone provides us access to God the Father. There is no other way to God and salvation except through Him. The issue is settled.

Just who do we think we are to question the Sovereign Lord God Almighty, Creator and Sustainer of all things (Genesis 1:1; John 1:1-4; Colossians 1:16-18) as to how He has solemnly decreed from all eternity the means by which He has chosen to redeem our sorry, self-centered, malevolent, cruel, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1, Psalm 37:39, Psalm 62:2, Isaiah 43:11, Isaiah 43:25, Isaiah 45:22, John 14:6, Acts 4:12, Romans 3:10-18, 1 Timothy 2:5-7, John 3:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

What's The Power Of A Mustard-Seed Faith?

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Oct 12, 2010

The power of faith is in the promise. That truth helps us understand Jesus' words so that we learn to rebuke sin and forgive the repentant.

Text: Luke 17:1-10 Theme: What's the Power of a Mustard-Seed Faith? A. The power to spiritual help others B. The power that does not look inward Season: Pentecost 20c Date: October 10, 2010 Web page: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Defer To One Another-2

Contributed by Terry Hovey on Aug 11, 2023

But there is something I want you to understand today—if you don’t get anything else out of this message, I want you to get this: “In essentials, unity; in non-essentials, liberty; in all things, charity.”

Defer to One Another-2 Romans 14:13-23 More than any other individual, the apostle Paul was responsible for the spread of the gospel throughout the Roman Empire. He made 3 missionary journeys through much of the Mediterranean, tirelessly preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and establishing ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:13-23

Denomination: Methodist

The Courage To Encourage Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 9, 2014

What oxygen is to the body, encouragement is to the soul.

INTRODUCTION This is the eighth message in the series “Finding Hope in a Hopeless World.” This message is entitled “The Courage to Encourage.” In 1872 Daniel Kelley was living in Kansas and wrote the words to the song, “Home on the Range.” It is the official ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Judging

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Aug 7, 2014

The people of the world are often quick to paraphrase a portion of the Word of God regarding judging one another. However, are they correct? Should we judge them and each other? Well ... it all depends on what you mean by the word ...

The people of the world have some favorite Bible verses, or at least portions of Bible verses … One is that Jesus said to the woman caught in adultery, “Neither do I condemn you.” What Jesus actually said was, “Neither do I condemn you. Go now and leave your life of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:37-38

Denomination: Nazarene

The Story Of Esau And Jacob - Why It's Destructive To Hold A Grudge

Contributed by Daren Mitchell on Oct 8, 2013

For those of us who have or maybe are holding grudges now, I hope you understand how destructive it is for you. It's impossible to love those you hold a grudge against.

Have you ever held a grudge? I have. I was once accused of plagiarizing material I wrote for a small group study. The person who accused me wanted to fire me, but, didn't have the authority himself to do it, so he tried to diminish my character by accusing me of stealing my material. I have to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 27:1-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Don't Let Your Knowledge Hinder Other's.

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Jan 30, 2021

The Apostle Paul is answering a question written to him by the Church about a young Christian. The older and more knowledgeable people were doing things that he didn't understand and could have possibly allow him to lose his faith.

British Labor politician said: Education is what remains when we have forgotten all that we have been taught. He didn't mean that education wasn't any good. He was saying all the education has to become a part of who we are to be any good. Quoting books, texts from ancient writing and ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"understanding The Power Of Intercessory Prayer."

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Aug 6, 2025

Intercessory prayer continues to be essential today. It involves praying for individuals, communities, and nations, asking for God's mercy, guidance, and intervention. A dedicated prayer warrior demonstrates an active partnership with God to fulfill His will and purposes on Earth.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES {1 Timothy 2:1-3} [1] “I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men;” [2] “For kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

#5 Understanding Love: Love Is Not Easily Provoked

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 9, 2016

This is part #5 in UNDERSTANDING LOVE. Love is not easily provoked, never irritated, does not fly off the handle, and it is not touchy. Real God love is deep and greatly needed.

#5 UNDERSTANDING LOVE: LOVE IS NOT EASILY PROVOKED... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com LOVE UNDERSTANDS THAT ANGER IS A CHOICE. ANGER IS AN ATTITUDE OR SPIRIT! ANGER CAN BECOME HABITUAL. Do we get hysterical and then go historical? THERE WAS AN ADD IN THE PAPER: WEDDING DRESS FOR SALE, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Understanding God's Word, Part 2: The Method Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Sep 1, 2009

In order to understand God’s Word, we not only have to have the right message, we have to use the right method. What is the best method of teaching the Bible in a way that people will understand it? Today’s passage gives us timeless principles concernin

This is our second week of looking at what it takes to understand God’s Word. Last week we looked at the right message. In our passage, as Ezra stood before the remnant and taught them God’s Word, He taught them the right message. As you can tell from what we just read, we’re still in the same ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Understanding God's Guidance: Making The Right Choices SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

Making important decisions can be challenging for everyone. As Christians, how do we know we're making the right choice? This sermon will help you understand how to distinguish between the many voices that speak to us and how to make decisions that align with God's will.

Many Christians desire to know God's will for their lives and make the right decisions. In a world filled with various voices, it can be challenging to discern the right path. However, as believers, we have been given the Holy Spirit to guide us. This book aims to help you distinguish between these ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:10

Topics: Christian Decision Making, Discerning God's Voice

Understand The Journey? Give Me My Mountain!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 17, 2025

If we listen to the negative crowd they will deter us from our goal. Caleb outlived the negative crowd and claimed his mountain. Quit crying and claim what God has promised..

UNDERSTAND THE JOURNEY: LORD, GIVE ME MY MOUNTAIN! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) WE HAVE MANY OPTIONS AND OPINIONS AROUND US. WHOSE REPORT ARE WE GOING TO ACCEPT? Isaiah 53:1 Who hath believed our report? and to whom is the arm of the LORD revealed? ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1, Joshua 14:8-12, Numbers 13:27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Understanding Service - Why Are You Called? (7) Series

Contributed by Dove Inspirations on Jun 11, 2021

Encouragement for Kingdom workers

Why are you called? As mentioned earlier we are called for the following reasons:- For the glory of YAHWEH. All things were made for HIM and for HIS glory. For the service of mankind as directed by YAHWEH As stated earlier, service for YAHWEH is superior to service for man. For best results seek ...read more

Scripture: John 14:21

Understanding The Different Roles Of Men And Women In The Church Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 7, 2001

THE CHURCH NEEDS BOTH GODLY MEN AND GODLY WOMEN TO FULFILL THEIR PROPER ROLES

BIG IDEA: THE CHURCH NEEDS BOTH GODLY MEN AND GODLY WOMEN TO FULFILL THEIR PROPER ROLES I. EXPLANATION OF THE DIFFERENT ROLES A. Men Need to Lead in Prayer in the Public Assembly 1. Action -- "Therefore, I want the men in every place to pray" Wuest: "The word ’therefore’ is resumptive, picking ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:8-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Conquering Sin (3): Understanding And Beating The Cycle Series

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Dec 31, 2008

So many Christians are trapped in the sin cycle, never experiencing victory but understanding what the Bible tells us about this cycle is a necessary step towards experiencing total victory over sin.

Jer.31:3 - I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with loving-kindness. Rom.8:38-39 - “For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:6-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational