Sermons on understanding:

Understanding Backsliding(1)

Contributed by Bishop(Dr) Sola Adetunji on Jun 26, 2014

An easy to understand definition of what backsliding is and a brief explanation of about twelve causes of backsliding

Generally speaking, backsliding means turning away from the Lord. It refers to growing cold, losing interest in the Lord, the Bible, church attendance, prayer, witnessing and turning to the world and the old way of life. (I King 11: 9, Rev. 2:4) There are many things that ultimately result into ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Understanding Backsliding(2)

Contributed by Bishop(Dr) Sola Adetunji on Jun 26, 2014

Straightforward discussion of consequences of backsliding and what it takes to fully recover from backsliding state

Every genuine Christian hates backsliding. The mere mentioning of the word should fill a good believer with holy anger and grave watchfulness. 1. Result of Backsliding (a) Captivity and demonic oppression. Judges 4:1-3, 6: 1-6 When there is backsliding, God stops defending the backsliding and he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Understand That Life Is Not Fair Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 26, 2015

This is the 3rd sermon in the series "God Is Here" . Life is not fair; but God is faithful.

Series: God Is Here [#3] UNDERSTAND THAT LIFE IS NOT FAIR Esther 3:1-15 Introduction: When in an argument with a non-Christian, the question of fairness will always come up. You know, “If God is in control, then why would He allow innocent children to die”. Or, “If God is in ...read more

Scripture: Esther 3:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Understanding The Sovereignty Of God

Contributed by Martin Holland on Jul 29, 2015

One of the most misunderstood doctrines in the Bible is the sovereignty of God. Though God can not be completely explained the Bible does help us to understand some things.

Understanding The Sovereignty Of God Isaiah 46:1-10 See: Vs.9-10 God clearly states that He is the only true God and none other. He also informs us that His counsel shall stand and will do all His pleasure. One of the most misunderstood doctrines in the Bible is “The sovereignty Of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 46:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Understanding Spiritual Leadership Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Aug 4, 2015

It is so easy for a church to lose its bearings and drift off course. There is so much in the world that tempts a church to compromise God’s Word, chase tangents, or get caught up in the latest cultural fads.This is why leadership is so important.

Understanding Spiritual Leadership 1 Timothy 5:17-20 www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. It is so easy for a church to lose its bearings and begin to drift off course. There is so much in the world that tempts a church to compromise God’s Word, chase tangents, or get caught up in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:17-20

Denomination: Bible Church

Understanding Your Gifts Series

Contributed by Leon Dasrath on Aug 13, 2015

Understanding the gifts that Jesus has given us, empowers you in ministry and life

INTRODUCTION Paul who is still on his 2nd missionary journey leaves Athens and moves to Corinth Corinth was a large wealthy city with lots of trade and business happening It was a key city where businesses thrived But in the midst of this wealthiness, was the sin that was in this city Paul arrives ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:23-28

Denomination: Charismatic

The Bait Of Mis-Understanding...

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 26, 2015

Discuss greater love? In minutes misunderstanding can destroy years of work. Ministry and church work can bring great irritation and frustration... STRIVE TO UNDERSTAND... Give of yourself...

MIS-UNDERSTANDING IS A TERRIBLE BAIT? TRY TO UNDERSTAND HOW IMPORTANT UNDERSTANDING IS... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: John 15:13 Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. A. HURT PEOPLE HURT PEOPLE. I have been thinking about life: ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Understanding Your Enemy

Contributed by Bishop(Dr) Sola Adetunji on Oct 2, 2013

The Enemy you don't understand will deal with you.This is a point by point analysis of who your enemies are and how to relate with them.

Then cheapest way to fall in Christendom is to remain without understanding. Lack of understanding keeps people in bondage John 8:320 Prayer is no substitute for it, fasting has its place but you can’t use it to displace understanding. Prov 16:12—Literally, understanding issues out life ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 4:14, Hosea 4:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Understanding The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Gary Smith on Nov 23, 2013

Teaching Series that looks at the current role of the Holy Spirit on earth and within the church.

Understanding the Holy Spirit LESSON ONE I. Who Is the Holy Spirit? A. The Holy Spirit is more than an “experience.” 1) The Holy Spirit is not an “it.” 2) The Holy Spirit is a person and He has a Personality. B. Jesus never referred to the Holy Spirit as just a ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Understanding The Importance Of The Cross

Contributed by William Baeta on Mar 3, 2015

“But to those who are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God”. (1 Cor. 1:24)

Theme: Understanding the importance of the cross Text: Ex. 20:1-17; 1 Cor. 1:18-25; Matt. 10:37-42 The entire message of the Gospel revolves around one unique historical event: the sacrificial death of Jesus Christ on the Cross. Writing about this, the writer of Hebrews declares in 10:14, that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:37-42

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Understanding Religious Fundamentalism

Contributed by Robert Sickler on Mar 12, 2015

The United States has a very long history of unsuccessful conflicts with Islamic fundamentalists. The reason is that the only person who can really understand the dedication of a religious fundamentalist is another religious fundamentalist.

UNDERSTANDING RELIGIOUS FUNDAMENTALISM ILLUSTRATION THE GATHERS There was a very wise man who one day decided to journey to a neighboring city with three of his followers. They were not long into their journey when they came upon a man picking berries. In his quest to get the largest and best ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Christian Church

Understanding Water Baptism

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 23, 2015

Understanding Water Baptism...

Understanding Water Baptism The word baptize is from the Greek verb baptidzo which means “to immerse.” The process of baptism consists of immersion, submersion and emergence. This process is used to describe John’s baptism and Christian baptism. Simply stated, to baptize is to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19

Denomination: Foursquare

Understanding Christian Suffering Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Jul 11, 2015

A sermon examining the reason that God's children face suffering, trials and tribulations in this life.

Understanding Christian Suffering I Peter 1:6-7 Listen online at - https://www.facebook.com/Stockdalebaptist or http://www.stockdalebaptist.com/ A Charlotte, North Carolina, pastor and his wife have been hit by unthinkable tragedy, losing their 2-year-old son and newborn child in just ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Understanding Spiritual Progress

Contributed by Bishop(Dr) Sola Adetunji on Aug 1, 2013

A classical breakdown of the importance of spiritual maturity and how spiritual maturity can be measured and thereby attained.

Therefore leaving the principles of the doctrine of Christ let us go on unto perfection…Heb 6:1 (KJV) The word rendered ‘perfection’ in the above text is called “adult understanding, spiritual maturity & mature teaching” by some other translations. That is to say ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Understanding The Target--- The Family

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 24, 2017

It is a satanic goal tomake every family unhappy and then destroy it. What is God's purpose for the family?

UNDERSTANDING THE TARGET : THE FAMILY... THE PURPOSE OF THE FAMILY By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com WEAK FAMILIES MEAN WEAK SOCIETIES, WEAK CHUCHES... PROBLEMS ARE NOT THE PROBLEMS... IT IS OUR ATTITUDES TOWARDS THE PROBLEMS THAT MAKE THE PROBLEM THE PROBLEM. The primary cause of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:6, Ephesians 6:1-5, 1 Thessalonians 4:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God