Sermons on understanding your roots: showing 586-600 of 202,627

Understanding The Power Of Social Witness

Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 2, 2010

Christians witness through the means of their social witness

Understanding the Power of Social Witness 1 Timothy 4:7-8 August 22, 2010 Morning Service Introduction 7 Have nothing to do with godless myths and old wives' tales; rather, train yourself to be godly. 8 For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7-8

Denomination: Church Of God

The Sabbath And Sunday: Understanding The Change Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 10, 2024

The transition from Sabbath observance to Sunday worship. This change has theological and historical implications that impact our understanding of worship and rest. Let us explore this transformation through the lens of Scripture and history.

The Sabbath and Sunday: Understanding the Change Introduction: Today, we delve into a topic of great significance in our Christian faith—the transition from Sabbath observance to Sunday worship. This change has theological and historical implications that impact our understanding of worship and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:13-14, Mark 2:27-28, Hebrews 4:9-10, Exodus 20:8-11, Acts 20:7, John 20:19, John 20:26, 1 Corinthians 16:1-2, Revelation 1:10, Colossians 2:16-17, Romans 14:5-6, Galatians 4:9-11, Exodus 31:16-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Understanding The Term Jeremiad, No Balm.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 17, 2021

NO BALM? No healing? There is a term we seldom hear: JEREMIAD. JEREMIAD means long mournful complaining. Often Jeremiads contain a glimmer of hope and restoration.

JEREMIAD, NO BALM? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: 2 Timothy 4:3 For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears; 4 And they shall turn away their ears from the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:3-4, Jeremiah 8:22, 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Reformation: Understanding God's Love

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Oct 23, 2008

I begin with an illustration of Dr. Rev. Newton in discussion with a Jewish man who challenged the conlusion to a prayer.... "in the name of jesus Christ..." It’s a great ending. This is an example of the culture we live in and the challenge to the "tru

In Jesus Holy Name October 26, 2008 Text: John 3:7 & Titus 3:7 (GN) Redeemer “Reformation: Understanding God’s Love” Earlier this fall our District President was attending the Oakland A’s Baseball game. Before the game Thrivent sponsored their pre game BBQ in the parking lot. All ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:7

Denomination: Lutheran

Your Work And Your Calling Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Feb 12, 2020

The church that Jesus intends is made up of people who understand the connection between their work and their calling. The key to being effective as we learn from Joseph is to be N.I.C.E.R. (an acrostic of 5 truths)

Your Work And Your Calling Video – Labor Day Inspiration Good morning MGCC! THIS MORNING – Labor Day Sunday 2019… I want to unpack not only a powerful… BUT – a life and community impacting truth, about ‘Your Work and Your Calling. May the favor of the Lord our God rest on us; establish the work ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:17, Psalm 90:17, Colossians 3:23-24, Matthew 28:18-20, Genesis 39:1-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Your Enemies Need You Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Jul 22, 2015

A new understanding of enemies and our response to them must be attained by Christ-followers

“Your Enemies Need You!” (Matthew 5:43-48) (SLIDE) INTRODUCTION http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L0HhHLHLHaA A truck driver was sitting in a crowded roadside diner ready to eat his lunch. It wasn’t just any diner and any lunch. It was his favorite diner on the road and his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Baptist

The Foundation— Understanding The Significance Of The Altar Series

Contributed by Dustin Boden on Sep 14, 2024

We are in dark and challenging times, and the greatest battles are fought and won at the altar.

Rebuilding the Altar Dustin Lee Boden / General The Foundation— Understanding the Significance of the Altar Welcome and Introduction: Today, we are starting a brand-new series titled “Rebuilding the Altar.” In recent weeks and months, God has been stirring my heart with a strong conviction ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:18-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Counts In My Life?

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Mar 16, 2013

What gives me self worth? i) Are you important because of the accident of your birth? ii) Are you important because of what you have achieved? iii) Or are you who you are because you know Christ?

SERMON Story: A Quaker once posted a sign on one of the choicest fields of his farm. It stated, "This land will be given to the first truly satisfied person who passes this way" . No sooner had he arrived back at his house than a man knocked at his door. “Sir," he said, "I just saw your sign ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:4-14

Denomination: Anglican

The Jewishness Of Jesus

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Sep 19, 2013

The Bible was written by Jews for Jews thousands of years ago, in ancient languages and cultures that are vastly different from ours today. Making it all the more important to understand as much of those cultures as we can.

Quotes: “I am more than ever certain that a great place belongs to him in Israel's history of faith and that this place cannot be described by any of the usual categories.” -Martin Buber, leading Jewish writer, thinker, philosopher, and theologian (1878-1965). “No one can read the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:14-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Understanding Marriage On Four Levels Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Feb 14, 2006

Do bad marriages come from unmet needs? What if the solution isn’t to have every need met, but to allow God to make us less needy?

Understanding Marriage on Four Levels Life After the Wedding, part 4 Wildwind Community Church February 12, 2006 David Flowers We’re continuing on through our marriage series. Here’s what we’ve looked at so far: 1. God wants marriages to be healthy. 2. A good marriage takes two, but all you can ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-2

Denomination: Free Methodist

#my Black Christian History: Roots Of Faith Series

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Feb 3, 2024

“My Black Christian History: Before the Chains,” let us remember that the Black church’s history didn’t begin during the civil rights movement. Black history’s roots are a rich tapestry woven with threads of faith, resilience, and the pursuit of God.

Sermon Series Title: " My Black Christian History: Before the Chains" “My Black Christian History: Roots of Faith.” ”After these things the word of the Lord came to Abram in a vision, saying, “Do not be afraid, Abram, I am your shield; Your reward [for obedience] shall be very great.” ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-6

Denomination: United Methodist

Paul's Great Concern: Rooted And Comforted In Christ Series

Contributed by Jeff Haynes on Oct 19, 2009

A study of Colossians 2:1-7 and Paul’s concern that all believers would be rooted in Christ.

Paul’s Great Concern Expressed: That all would be Confident and Rooted in Christ Colossians 2:1-7 October 18, 2009 Your Name ____________________ Introduction and Review: In Chapter 1:24-29, Paul showed us how to glorify Christ in our lives, by being fruitful stewards of the gospel ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Receive Your Blessing PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Understand the power of God's blessings in our lives and learn how to receive them with open hearts and gratitude.

Good morning, church family! Today, we are going to dive into a passage from the book of Numbers that highlights the significance of God's blessing in our lives and how we can receive it. The passage we are focusing on is Numbers 6:22-26, which says: "The Lord said to Moses, 'Tell Aaron and his ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 6:22-26

Topics: Blessing, Lord

Tall Strong Trees With Deep Wet Roots

Contributed by Mark Jones on May 29, 2003

Psalm 1 Gives God’s plan for success and happiness; the growing Christian is a happy Christian.

Tall, Strong Trees With Deep Wet Roots! Psalm 1 1 Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners or sit in the seat of mockers. 2 But his delight is in the law of the LORD, and on his law he meditates day and night. 3 He is like a tree planted ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Methodist

Understanding What Paul Understood Series

Contributed by David Owens on Aug 8, 2016

In this sermon, we look at some of the difficulties that Paul faced and how he endured them by trusting in God. He understood that God would always be with him, and that although God would not remove the difficulties, God would enable him to overcome.

Introduction: A. M. Scott Peck’s 1978 best-selling book, The Road Less Traveled, opens with these words: “Life is difficult. This is a great truth, one of the greatest truths. It is a great truth because once we truly see this truth, we transcend it. Once we truly know that life is ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ