Sermons on Understanding The Bible:

Who Was Herodias In The Bible? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 27, 2024

Explores the consequences of unrighteous anger and manipulation, and the importance of strong character, using the story of Herod and John the Baptist.

Welcome, beloved family of God. It is a true blessing to gather here together, united in faith and bound by the love of our Lord Jesus Christ. We are here to break open the bread of life, to drink deeply from the wellspring of God's wisdom. We are here to find solace in His word, to find guidance ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:14-29

Topics: Anger, Manipulation

The Role Of Gatekeepers In The Bible SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 7, 2023

Exploring the importance of gates and gatekeepers in the Scriptures.

Gates play a significant role in the Scriptures, and at every gate, there are gatekeepers. In the Bible, gates and gatekeepers are mentioned frequently. For instance, in 2 Chronicles 23:19, it is mentioned that gatekeepers were appointed at the gates of the house of the Lord to prevent anyone who ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 23:19

Topics: Biblical Significance, Role Of Gatekeepers

New Beginnings: A Deep Dive Into Scripture 2024. Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Jan 19, 2024

In 2024 we have decided that a greater knowledge of scripture in a necessity, so here we go with an introduction to our congregation/Corps.

New Beginnings Psalm 119:105: “Your word is a lamp?for my feet, ????a light?on my path.” We have a wee verse on our office wall that states, “You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you start where you are and change the ending.” In life I am sure that there are many times ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:105, Genesis 1:1, Colossians 4:16, Psalm 95:3-5, Hebrews 4:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

Who Is Wise And Understanding Among You? Series

Contributed by John Wright on Feb 1, 2010

James presents the many postive characterics of wisdom, such as purity, gentleness, easy to talk to, merciful among other things.

INTRODUCTION #16 1. Open your bibles to James 3:13 & then to verses 17&18. 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 ...read more

Scripture: James 3:17-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Bible Is The Absolute Standard Of Truth Series

Contributed by Ron Bridgewater on Oct 29, 2025

Week 1 of our series - At the Core

Some of this sermon is influenced or taken from Bob Russell's sermon on The Bible as the Absolute Standard of Truth. It sure is good to be back in the saddle. Not being here on Sunday mornings was definitely the downside of being on a sabbatical for 6 weeks. Stacey and I both missed our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Better To Get Wisdom And Understanding

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 31, 2016

To show that GOD sees better those with wisdom and understanding rather than those who have gold and silver.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have wisdom and understanding? Yes. I'm hearing and doing GOD's WORDS. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD sees better those with wisdom and understanding rather than those who have gold and silver. IV. TEXT: Proverbs 16:16 ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Understanding Will Give You More

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 21, 2014

To encourage all believers to get spiritual understanding every time they read, and hear the WORD.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have spiritual understanding? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To encourage all believers to get spiritual understanding every time they read, and hear the WORD. IV. TEXT: Mark 4:25 (New Century Version) 4:25 Those who have understanding will be given ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Understanding The Ways Demons Enter Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 8, 2025

In this sermon , we'll explore the different ways demons can gain access to a person's life, as well as the biblical basis for understanding these entry points.

The Bible teaches that demons can enter a person's life through various means, leading to bondage and oppression. In this sermon , we'll explore the different ways demons can gain access to a person's life, as well as the biblical basis for understanding these entry points. 1. Through ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 19:11, Deuteronomy 18:9-12

Artificial Intelligence In Bible Prophecy

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jan 30, 2023

How will advances in artificial intelligence (GPT) affect our future? As Christians, how should we respond to it? How is artificial intelligence used in the end times? Revelation 13 gives insight on this.

Our title for this message is Artificial Intelligence in Bible Prophecy. There are rapid advances in Artificial Intelligence that are going to usher in radical changes to life as we know it. We have already experienced the prelude to this through the current computer revolution. In recent years ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 13:1-18, John 17:15-16, Proverbs 28:1, Daniel 9:27, Acts 4:19-20, Mark 16:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Understanding The Future Evil Days

Contributed by Jose Cabajar on Aug 25, 2003

A must-have knowledge for everyone.

<PRE> Good understanding about the future evil days keeps us aware and strengthens our conviction to stay firm on the right path. The Bible is the only reliable Book that guides us on how to walk pleasing to God. Man-made philosophies of life are not reliable and always lead a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Being A 24/7/52 Christian

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Sep 15, 2007

Sometimes in life we just need a little more understanding, insight, training. God’s word is the start.

My brother-in-law was a pitcher for the Cincinnati Reds - he’s famous for two things: He was #2 on the all-time sports injury list behind the guy who sprained his eyelids blinking and for creating an international incident while going through customs – He’s a good ole boy from Texas who never ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Understanding God’s Wisdom Series

Contributed by Peter Kelly on Aug 25, 2021

Series #7. God reveals Himself by revelation, inspiration, and illumination.

I. Introduction A. As you may recall, one of the main issues with the church in Corinth was an issue of unity -They were not sure who their allegiance was to. -Paul, Apollos, Cephas, or Jesus (1 Corinthians 1:12) -They were not even sure if they should follow the teachings of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:10-16

Matthew 13:51 - Understand?! - Part 19 Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on May 3, 2011

Is it "WHAT you know or WHO you know"? Or is it that "what you know helps you know He who knows you better than you know yourself". UNDERSTANDING = PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER ABOUT CHRIST.

Matthew 13:51 - UNDERSTAND?! - Part 19 Why is He asking me this question? Yes, I understand! Well, not everything but I get most of what He is trying to tell me! Actually I miss quite a lot of what He is saying. OK, OK. I admit it. At times I so don't get it. My teacher in primary school slammed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:51

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Understanding Who I Am Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 3, 2018

This message examines being a new creation in Christ and what that means for us.

The Looking-Glass Self: Much of who we think we are arises from who others say we are. - There is a sociological idea developed by Charles Cooley in 1902 called the “looking glass self.” The idea is straightforward: much of who we believe ourselves to be comes from what others think of us. - If ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

How To Use An Understanding Of Culture

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001

How To Use An Understanding of Culture In Church Planting and Growth

How To Use An Understanding of Culture In Church Planting Learning Objectives 1. The students will explain how a missionary can communicate the gospel cross-culturally effectively. 2. The students will explain how to use an understanding of a person’s world view to communicate the gospel ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:5-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational