Sermons on blindness:

Blind Bartimaeus

Contributed by Tony Skaff on Mar 18, 2006

What Blind Bartimaeus heard, is what we all nedd to hear.

1stBBC Blind Bartimaeus Mar 10:49 And Jesus stood still, and commanded him to be called. And they call the blind man, saying unto him, Be of good comfort, rise; he calleth thee. Blind and poor; possessing nothing and unable to change anything. Living only on what could be provided to him ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:49

Denomination: Baptist

Blind Bartimaeus

Contributed by Tim Barrett on Mar 17, 2005

An evangelistic sermon that uses the story of Blind Bartimaeus to show our need to be shown mercy by God.

Blind Bartimaeus Luke 18:35-43 Big Idea: Christ is the promised son of David who shows mercy to those who respond to him. Introduction : lost story – is your life lacking direction? Good morning I’m thankful to be standing here in front of you this morning I drove up here myself, and this area ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:35-43

Denomination: Pentecostal

Blinded By Familarity

Contributed by Mike Wimberly on Apr 29, 2005

Like the people in Jesus’ hometowm many in the church limit what he can do among them.

Blinded By Familarity Mark 6:1-5 Sometimes when I am traveling and go into various towns I will see signs telling that the town is the home of some famous person. In central City Ky, the have a sign saying it is the home of the Everly Brothers. There used to be signs on the bridge crossing the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Blind Ambition Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Apr 25, 2006

Overcoming the world view of winning at all costs and moving toward a biblical view of success.

Proclaiming His Majesty Series 2006 Blind Ambition Genesis 11:1-9 If you could travel back in time to the days of Noah what an amazing sight you would see! Not the flood or the ark, but right after the flood waters had dried is the time I am thinking of. If you were there you would find ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Blind Soldiers

Contributed by Samson Musyoki on Sep 24, 2007

FINDING MEANING IN A MEANINGLESS SITUATION

BLIND SOLDIERS 2 KINGS 6:15-18 When the servant of the man of God got up and went out early the next morning an army with horses and chariots had surrounded the city. “O my lord, what shall we do?” the servant asked. “Don’t be afraid,” the prophet answered. “those who are with us are more than ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Seeing Blindness Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Jun 15, 2010

Part 8 in series, Love Never Dies, this message looks closely at spiritual sight and spiritual blindness.

Seeing Blindness Love Never Dies, prt. 8 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers May 23, 2010 Today we’re in chapter 7 of the Gospel of John, as we continue our break-neck cruise through that book, one chapter (or at least a few verses from one chapter) each week. Raise your hand if 7 is ...read more

Scripture: John 7:1-53

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Blind Man

Contributed by Cleavon Matthews Sr. on Feb 5, 2010

A message to encourage men to use what they have to the glory of God.

THE BLIND MAN Mark 10:46-52 By Cleavon Matthews June 2004 INTRODUCTION The significant city of Jerusalem is the destination. On the pathway to this pericope of passion is the historic ‘city of Palm trees’ Jericho. This is not the original city of the Old Testament. It is two ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Blind Bart Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 11, 2010

If we dont’ want to become weakened or hardened in adversity, but change the world around us, we must throw aside our own efforts at self-betterment and trust Christ with our lives.

A daughter complained to her father about how hard things were for her. “As soon as I solve one problem,” she said, “another one comes up. I’m tired of struggling.” Her father, a chef, took her to the kitchen where he filled three pots with water and placed each on a high fire. Soon the pots ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Blind See Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 28, 2009

If you want to gain true wisdom in the midst of your pain, don’t be like those who WON’T SEE, and don’t be like those who CAN’T SEE. Instead, be like those who DO SEE, because they let Jesus touch them not just once, but as many times as it takes.

A businessman was late for an important meeting and couldn’t find a parking space. As he frantically circled the block, the man got so desperate that he decided to pray. Looking up toward heaven, he said, “Lord, take pity on me. If you find me a parking space, I’ll go to church every Sunday ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:11-26

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Blind Man

Contributed by Scott Ridout on Jul 2, 2009

This sermon focuses on how we can know God and help others know Him. From a series called "Plastic Jesus".

We are in a series called Plastic Jesus and we are talking about knowing God. The fact is a lot of us have a view of God that has been impacted by our preference, personal experiences and religious paraphernalia. And we carry around that pack. And our question to you has been Are you trusting in ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Driving Blind Series

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Aug 15, 2009

Waiting with God isn’t wasting time. Waiting with God it isn’t time taken away. Waiting with God is never a waste of time.

Note to reader: I have hot-links to various subjects in this sermon. The document with the active links can be found in PDF form at this web address: http://www.firstpresanchorage.org/Sermons.htm (The sermon is titled the same "Driving Blind"). May our Lord Jesus empower you as you write your ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Color-Blind Series

Contributed by Kevin Mccarthy on May 21, 2007

A look at how money "colors" or shapes our interior lives and why Jesus has so much to say about its use.

This represents the first in a 5-part focus on how money affects our interior (heart)life, and is derived from a 3-part series given by Brad Powell of Northridge Church, Plymouth, MI. With Brad Powell’s permission, I adapted his material to its present format. Message #1: Color-blind, The Color ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Blindness

Contributed by Ed Wood on May 26, 2007

Spiritual Blindness is the inability of a person to understand, perceive, grasp, comprehend spiritual truth.

SPIRITUAL BLINDNESS 2 Corinthians 4:3-6 INTRO: Why is it that some people are so opposed to the Gospel? And why is it that some people, whose lifestyle is so unscriptural cannot understand our rejection of their disobedience before almighty God? And how is it that some people can criticize the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

Blind Spots

Contributed by John Vella on Feb 5, 2007

Most of us have blind spots, presumptions, ideas and perceptions that we don’t even think about changing. These blind spots are major roadblocks in our spiritual journey.

Seeds for Sowing, Vol. VI, Issue 2, No. 16 Fourth Sunday of Lent- Year A March 10, 2002 Readings: * 1 Samuel 16:1, 6-7, 10-13 * Ephesians 5:8-14 * John 9:1-41 Blind Spots Helen Keller Someone once asked Helen Keller, who had been blind since the age of nineteen months, if blindness were the ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41

Denomination: Catholic

Blind Spots Series

Contributed by Vance Elzinga on Jun 22, 2007

We’ve all got blind spots - how can God help us to overcome them?

WE (intro) Professor poll: How may were… valedictorian, salutatorian, class president, yearbook editor, multiple-letter athletes, youth group leaders…bigger sea. 2 percent below average in leadership ability / YOU Ever realized something about yourself that you seemed to be the last to know? How ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed