Sermons on Why We Read The Bible:

We Are The Watchman

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Jun 23, 2016

After the tragedy in Orlando, there were Christians whose response was anything but loving. The Bible is clear: God wants the wicked, those living in sin, to repent and live. That should be the heartbeat of every Christian.

We are the Watchmen By now I’m sure most of you have heard about the tragedy in Orlando where 53 homosexuals, lesbians and transgender individuals were killed. And, as you also know, some of the responses were pretty typical of what you would expect to hear. When it comes to this one issue ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 33:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Discipline Of Darkness Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Oct 19, 2015

“If you are walking in darkness, without a ray of light, trust in the Lord and rely on your God.”(Isaiah 50:10)

The Discipline of Darkness Text -Isaiah 50:1-11, 51:1-6 What do we do when the lights go out? Many people struggle with the darkness, physically and emotionally. Darkness can be scary and can bring fear and hopelessness. How many times have you seen days of dark, dull weather suddenly ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Forgive? Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Jan 8, 2011

We are more than willing to receive the forgiveness of others. It is a little harder to be the one who forgives, especially when we have been hurt. Philemon and focus on the question, "Why should we forgive?"

You Can Listen To The Full Message Here:- http://www.nec.org.au/index.php/listen-to-a-sermon-series/a-call-to-forgiveness/ Message “Why Forgive?” If you were asked, “What does forgiveness look like?” how would you answer? Let me show you my answer. Read Luke 15:11-24 This parable talks about ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Why, O God, Why!

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Mar 31, 2021

Sometimes it seems God is so far away from us. His silence picks our conscience and in despair we cry: Why, O God, Why.

TEXT: PSALMS 22:1, 42:5 Why standest thou afar off, O LORD? why hidest thou thyself in times of trouble (Psalm 10:1). My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me? why art thou so far from helping me, and from the words of my roaring? ... Why art thou cast down, O my soul? and why art thou disquieted ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:1, Psalm 42:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Forgiveness In The Bible

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Oct 11, 2020

19 verses on forgiveness

Nehemiah 9:17 - "But You are a God of forgiveness, gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and abounding in lovingkindness; And You did not forsake them. THANK GOD HE HAS HELD BACK HIS ANGER ON THE USA AND THE WORLD. BUT FOR HOW LONG? Psalms 130:4 - But there is forgiveness with You, That ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 9:17

Denomination: Vineyard

Bible Kisses

Contributed by Sam Peters on Feb 27, 2007

A Valentines Day sermon

Bible Kisses There are many types of kisses. There’s the kiss you give your mother… There’s the kiss you give your sister… There’s the kiss you give your wife!... A kiss is an expression of love and affection. Pop culture has reduced it to a tawdry act of eroticism. So I thought on this eve of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:10

Beheadings And The Bible

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Oct 8, 2014

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Beheadings and the Bible http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/beheading.html Decapitations are horrific. They are the essence of nightmares. From legends like Sleepy Hollow to serial killers who lop off victim's heads, this is the stuff of Halloween scare houses. The image evokes some of the deepest ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:4

Denomination: Baptist

The Bible And Abortion

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 23, 2005

A message on the sanctity of human life.

THE BIBLE AND ABORTION Psalm 100 v. 3 is key verse INTRO: Some have suggested the Bible does not specifically address the matter of sanctity of life or the abortion issue. Nothing could be further from the truth. The Bible is overflowing in its teaching ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Proof Of The Bible

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 15, 2022

There are many proofs of the divine inspiration of the Bible. Let’s discuss a few.

There are many proofs of the divine inspiration of the Bible. Let’s discuss a few. Bible Prophecy Fulfilled prophecy is a proof of the truth of the Bible, where God declares: “Remember the former things, those of long ago; I am God, and there is no other; I am God, and there is none like me. I ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 46:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Light In The Bible

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Mar 29, 2025

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Believe in the light while you have the light, so that you may become children of light." When he had finished speaking, Jesus left and hid himself from them. ... //biblehub.com/john/12-36 The sun will no more be your light by day, nor will the brightness of the moon shine on you, for the ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Mothers In The Bible

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Oct 11, 2020

verses about mothers

Ex 20: 12 "Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be prolonged in the land which the LORD your God gives you. Ex 21: 15 "He who strikes his father or his mother shall surely be put to death. Ex 21: 17 "He who curses his father or his mother shall surely be put to ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12

Denomination: Vineyard

Bible Authority For Singing

Contributed by Robert Webb on Sep 11, 2021

There is nowhere in the New Testament Worship that we are authorized to use instruments of music during our worship to God!

Music can improve mood, decrease pain and anxiety, and facilitate opportunities for emotional expression. Research suggests that music can benefit our physical and mental health in numerous ways. Music therapy is used by hospice and palliative care board-certified music therapist Max Lerman to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:19, Revelation 22:18-19, Colossians 3:16, 1 Corinthians 14:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Value Your Bible

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 20, 2018

Could we be anemic in God's word? The Bible is more than birthday cake, it is daily bread. Dusty Bibles? Dirty lives?

THE BIBLE IS GOD'S WORD... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: 2 Timothy 2:15 Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. I recently heard a sad story of a debate and then division of friends and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:15-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Rod In The Bible

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jul 22, 2024

You will find many times in the Bible that some very outstanding truths are connected with the word rod in the Bible.

You will find many times in the Bible that some very outstanding truths are connected with the word rod in the Bible. I. The Rod of Authority 1. Exodus 4:5 2. Word of God is our authority, 2 Timothy 3:16. 3. Man degenerated to the low morals of animals because of no fear of God in him, Romans ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:1-5, Hebrews 12:8

Denomination: Baptist

Inspiration Of The Bible

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 15, 2022

Is the Bible inspired by a loving God? Some people believe that the Bible is myth or misogynistic or contains hate speech. Have they believed lies about the Bible? The phrase “thus says the Lord” is found over 400 times, so is the Bible an inspired document from a loving God?

Is the Bible inspired by a loving God? Some people believe that the Bible is myth or misogynistic or contains hate speech. Have they believed lies about the Bible? The phrase “thus says the Lord” is found over 400 times, so is the Bible an inspired document from a loving God? There are many points ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16, 2 Peter 1:20-21, John 10:34-36, 2 Peter 3:15-16

Denomination: Baptist