Sermons on lacked understanding of christ: showing 16-30 of 192,040

Understanding Christ's Thirst SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

"I thirst" is a statement from the cross that was only recorded by John in his gospel. I believe there were at least three reasons why God inspired John to record that statement. This sermon explores those three reasons.

Last week, we explored the fourth statement from the cross, where Jesus cried out, "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?" This cry revealed the spiritual agony Jesus experienced as He took on the sins of the world. Today, we will focus on the fifth statement, recorded only by John in his ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-29

Topics: Jesus Christ

They Supply What Is Lacking

Contributed by Chris Thron on Oct 18, 2000

We need to openly receive from Christians of all types in order to attain true fullness in Christ.

"Night and day we pray most earnestly that we may see you again and supply what is lacking in your faith." (1Th 3:10, NIV) National characteristics are often reflected in the faith of Christians from different cultural backgrounds. For instance, believers from China are remarkable on the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:7-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Will Not Lack

Contributed by Nathaniel Sadela on Mar 23, 2018

When you follow God's plans and purpose for your life, He ensures that your needs are met.

To lack is to be in need of something (means of sustenance), to suffer inadequacy, scarcity, insufficiency, famine, drought, poverty, etc. To be deprived of something which is very important to one’s happiness, satisfaction and fulfilment in life. Lack is not just a function of your physical or ...read more

Denomination: Apostolic

Lack Or Abundance?

Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Feb 1, 2019

Following GOD leads to abundance

LACK or ABUNDANCE? ( Deuteronomy.28:1-42) Intro: Two Farmers One time there were two farmers who were going through a period of terrible drought, they were at a place of discouragement. One farmer went ahead and plowed his fields, trusting GOD to send the rain. The other farmer thought “What’s the ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:1-42

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lack Of Faith

Contributed by Raymond Williams on Feb 17, 2021

The greatest hindrance to faith is the inward principle of unbelief implanted in the soul by our great enemy the devil.

Note: This sermon Outline is from the notes of Dr. Paul Garrett (1908-1997) an ordained elder in the Church of the Nazarene and former District Superintendent of the Dallas District Church of the Nazarene. He pastored churches in Oklahoma and Texas. Dr. Paul was a second cousin to Raymond ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:40

Denomination: Nazarene

Understanding Your God Given Authority

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Jul 25, 2005

Many christians go thru life lacking and limping only because they have never understood the authority that they have thru Christ.

"Assuredly, I say to you, swhatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven. 19 t"Again 1I say to you that if two of you agree on earth concerning anything that they ask, uit will be done for them by My Father in heaven. 20 For where ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Do I Still Lack? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

This sermon aims to explore the importance of humility, the cost of discipleship, and the power of faith through the story of the rich young man in Matthew 19:20.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into the heart of Matthew 19:20, where we'll explore the necessity of humility, the cost of discipleship, and the power of faith. Our guide for today's sermon is a young rich man, who asked Jesus, "Teacher, what good thing shall I do that I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:20

Topics: Journey, Christ

A Prayer For Understanding Series

Contributed by John Raulerson on Oct 4, 2006

To fully experience the Riches of Christ, we must first understand who we are in Christ.

Series: Experiencing the Riches of God A PRAYER FOR UNDERSTANDING Ephesians 1:15-23 Ignorance is a terrible thing. It can be very costly...... Paul did not want his readers to be ignorant of who they were in Christ and what God had for them... 1) Prerequisite of our Understanding (1:15) 15 ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Understanding Faith Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Jan 4, 2003

What every Christian should know about faith. This sermon examines true biblical faith: what faith is; how we live by faith; how our faith grows.

Understanding Faith Faith is a foundational principle in the scriptures. If we don’t have faith, we don’t have salvation. The Bible tells us that without faith, it is impossible to please God, therefore understanding faith is critical. If we don’t understand faith then we will not understand our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

Obedience: The (Super) Natural Response To Faith

Contributed by Keith Peters on Jul 6, 2011

Our lack of complete obedience brings complications in our Christian walk.

Obedience: The (Super) Natural Response to Faith John 14:15-27 "By faith Abraham, when he was called to go out into a place which he should after receive for an inheritance, obeyed; and he went out, not knowing whither he went." (Heb 11:8) "But wilt thou know, O vain man, that faith without works ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-27

Denomination: Baptist

Disciple’s Lack Of Understanding Rebuked: Blind Man Healed Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 22, 2017

These verses in Matthew and Mark are some of Jesus’ teaching concerning false doctrine. He compared false doctrine to yeast. It appears small and insignificant, but it grows secretly and soon saturates everything.

-AD 29- Magdala (45) Disciple’s Lack of Understanding Rebuked: Blind Man Healed (Jerimiah 5:21) Matthew 16:5-12, Mark 8:14-26 These verses in Matthew and Mark are some of Jesus’ teaching concerning false doctrine. He compared false doctrine to yeast. It appears small and insignificant, but it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:5-12, Mark 8:14-26

Denomination: Baptist

Understanding Works Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Jan 4, 2003

In this sermon we explore the difference between works by human effort and godly works.

Good deeds or works fall primarily into two categories: man driven works and God produced works. Man-centered religion always works to improve self in the hope that we will reach the level of salvation. Even Christians fall into this trap. Man driven works is either the attempt to become a god or ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:8-10, 1 Corinthians 3:11-15

Denomination: Baptist

Understanding Christianity

Contributed by Don Schultz on Mar 26, 2003

The situation in the Middle East, and our own situation - many comparisons help us better understand Christianity.

John 17:1-16: UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANITY During these past few weeks, it is virtually impossible to not know what is going on with the war in Iraq. Never before, in world history, have reporters had this much access to soldiers what they are doing. On TV, you’re able to see what the desert is ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-16

Denomination: Lutheran

Lacking Love (Religious Leaders) Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Apr 19, 2011

#1 in series, about religious leaders who followed the Law but did it without love.

Matthew 27:32-43 – Were You There? #1 – Lacking Love (Religious Leaders) This morning, as a build-up to Resurrection Day on April 24, I am beginning a series called Were You There? These messages will cause us to look at the witnesses of Jesus’ crucifixion, and hopefully see ourselves in their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:32-43

Denomination: Baptist

Understanding The Church Series

Contributed by Herman Abrahams on Aug 4, 2004

A Foundation Series Bible Study. The church is Christ’s body and is made up of members with different functions. REVISION EXERCISES and TEST included.

Compiled by: Herman Abrahams (Pastor), Cornerstone Faith Ministries, P.O. Box 740, Westridge 7802, Rep. of South Africa. E-Mail: Mentorship2003@yahoo.co.uk Note to the reader: If you have been blessed with this sermon compilation, I would be honoured to receive an e-mail from you ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:4-5

Denomination: Charismatic