Sermons on Understanding Theology:

Enticing Words

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Jul 27, 2011

Today we can pick and choose where we want to go and hear the word of God just like going to the grocery store and shopping for our needs. So, let's look at what you might find.

Paul said in Colossians 2:4 And this I say, lest any man should beguile you with enticing words. 8 Beware lest any man spoil you through philosophy and vain deceit, after the tradition of men, after the rudiments of the world, and not after Christ. Paul said, beware! lest any man spoil you through ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:4

Denomination: Baptist

Set Your Heart To Seek The Lord Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 11, 2015

This is the first in a series of messages on the Attributes of God focusing on first setting our heart to seek Him.

Knowing God Series #1 “Set Your Heart to Seek the Lord” Introduction Early education in America once considered knowing God the chief pursuit of education. One early college declared, “Let every student be plainly instructed and earnestly pressed to know God and Jesus Christ ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 105:1-4

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Why Baptism Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Sep 16, 2008

Baptism explained from a Methodist theology

Why Baptism Romans 6:1-11 Since the beginning of time, water has played a significant role in the lives of human beings. It has determined where people lived, impacted how and where people planted crops. And it has had a role in the religious life of people as well. In he Old Testament, water was ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Godviews

Contributed by Rickey Bennett on Aug 21, 2009

Your view of God has profound ramifications for knowing, applying and proclaiming the gospel.

Your View of God Has Profound Ramifications for knowing, applying and proclaining the Gospel. Each of our lives is centered on something. What’s at the center of yours? Think about it for a moment. What’s really the main thing in your life? Only one thing can truly be first in priority; so ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: *other

His Personality Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 9, 2008

Many people have problems understanding God’s Spirit. Is He a "He"? Is He part of a "trinity"? Does He even have a purpose in my life?

OPEN: A missionary named Herbert Jackson who told of being given car that wouldn’t start without a push. After pondering his problem, he devised a plan. He went to school near his home, got permission to take some children out of class, and had them give his car push to get it started. As he ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Man's Wisdom Or God's Power?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Aug 3, 2015

Where does your faith stand and where does the faith of those you witness to stand after you leave them?

1Co 2:1 And I, brethren, when I came to you, came not with excellency of speech or of wisdom, declaring unto you the testimony of God. 2 For I determined not to know any thing among you, save Jesus Christ, and him crucified. 3 And I was with you in weakness, and in fear, and in much trembling. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Evolution Vs. Creation: The Great Debate

Contributed by Randy Croft on Aug 25, 2001

Some quotes and information showing the credibility of biblical creation

*Note...after years of further research and study, I am now in firmly in the camp that embraces Historic Christianity and theistic evolution. It is backed by the very best research and is, in my current understanding, most credible in following the truths of science and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Being The Church - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jul 27, 2008

How the church should act

What’s in a Name? – Part 2 In the Name of Jesus we have Hope (Acts 3:21-26) In the Name of Jesus we have Power (Acts 4:1-7) In the Name of Jesus we can find Courage (Acts 4:8-22) Slide 1 We began last week talking about “What’s in a Name,” specifically, what are the responsibilities and ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It Was Not A Silent Night

Contributed by Tom Lawson on May 17, 2004

The Incarnation as Noisy Reality, not Quiet Theology

It Was NOT a Silent Night Incarnation Reality and Myth Introduction: Illustration (humor): Christmas is a time of surprises. A lady was preparing her Christmas cookies. There came a knock at the door. She went to find a man, his clothes poor, obviously looking for some Christmas odd jobs. He ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"words From The Cross" Father Forgive Them Series

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Feb 23, 2023

Visitors from around the world travel to Barcelona, Spain to visit the new Cathedral. First time visitors who are not Christian, may not understand the theology of Christianity. They are enthralled with the architecture.

In Jesus Holy Name February 26, 2023 Lent I Luke 23:43 Redeemer “Words from the Cross” “Father ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34, Colossians 1:19-23

Denomination: Lutheran

"The Peace That Only God Can Give” Series

Contributed by David Yarbrough on Feb 11, 2002

Peace that Jesus gives is not the absence of trouble, but is rather the confidence that He is there with you always.

Safety consists not in the absence of danger but in the presence of God. John 16:33 33"I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." NIV Peace that Jesus gives is not the absence of trouble, but is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

He Makes Our Wrongs Right

Contributed by William D. Brown on Mar 10, 2008

JESUS CAN TURN OUR WRONGS RIGHT

JESUS CAN MAKE OUR FAILURES, RIGHT: JN.13:33-37 10-20-07 How many times have we ever needed a 2nd chance? I’m sure just about all of us some time are another could have used a 2nd chance to do something or another. In the message today we’ll see how that Peter denied ever-knowing Jesus. ...read more

Scripture: John 13:33-37

Denomination: Baptist

Christ Who Is Our Life

Contributed by Clarence Clough on Dec 24, 2007

Christ is our life.

"Christ, who is our life." Text: Colossians 3:4 Intro:Paul’s rich expression in our text indicates marvelously that Jesus the Christ is the source of our lives. Now, the concept of Jesus as the life-giver is explained and expanded in Ephesians 2:1 (KJV), "And you hath he ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:4

Denomination: Church Of God

How To Better Understand The Bible (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Will Langford on Jul 16, 2008

The sermon provides believers insight on how they can better understand the Bible.

Understanding What You Read Part I Psalm 119 You know…THE BIBLE IS AN AMAZING BOOK Most people who are believers would tell you that the Bible is a remarkable book. But the Bible is not only an Amazing and Remarkable Book. • According to Hebrews 4:12- it is a living and powerful book. • The word ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:18-73

Denomination: Baptist

Is God Every Ones Father?

Contributed by William D. Brown on Aug 2, 2008

Do we belong to a universal brotherhood? Is God the Father of everyone? If God is not the Father of everyone, then who is your Father?

IS GOD EVERY ONES FATHER? To day we’re going to talk for a little while to do with the fact that God is not every ones Father. LUKE 11:1-4 1And it came to pass, that, as he was praying in a certain place, when he ceased, one of his disciples said unto him, Lord, teach us to pray, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-4

Denomination: Baptist