Sermons on Christians Silenced:

Sermon On The Language And Power Of Silence

Contributed by William Meakin on Jun 21, 2023

Words are often considered as an effective means of communication between two or more people.

Karen Marie Moning, an American author once remarked: “Words can be twisted into any shape. Promises can be made to lull the heart and seduce the soul. In the final analysis, words mean nothing. They are labels we give things in an effort to wrap our puny little brains around their underlying ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 62:5, Lamentations 3:26, Psalm 141:3, Exodus 14:14

Isaiah 53: The Value Of Silence Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Sep 11, 2024

Isaiah 53:7 reminds us of 2 Truths: #1 Jesus stayed silent so that nothing would derail His death on the cross. #2 There may be occasions in our lives when silence best serves God.

ISAIAH 53 SERIES: VALUE OF SILENCE ISAIAH 53:7 | #Isaiah53 PERSON IN THE CONGREGATION READS ISAIAH 53 READ ISAIAH 53:1-12 (ESV) “Who has believed what he has heard from us? And to whom has the arm of the Lord been revealed? 2 For He grew up before Him like a young plant, and like a root out of dry ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When Silence Speaks Volumes SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

The Power of Persistent Prayer

There are times in a believer's prayer life when it feels like God is silent. In this sermon, we will explore the possible reasons for this silence. Open your hearts as we delve into three different passages from the Bible. Psalm 28:1 says, "To you, Lord, I call; you are my Rock, do not turn a deaf ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 28:1

Topics: Prayer, Persistence

When God Seems Silent

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on May 29, 2012

Ever felt like when you were going through a tough time, that God seemed silent or distant? It is at that time that God does His most beneficial work in us. Teach from the prophet Habakuk the lessons of trusting the Lord during tough times.

When God is silent Habakkuk 1:1-1:10 Introduction- Turn with me to Habakkuk 1:1-1:10. Habakkuk is located in the Old Testament between Nahum and Zephaniah. Habakkuk is not easily found and not preached from often. Habakkuk was a minor prophet and little is known about him. We do know that he ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-10

Denomination: Nazarene

To Question God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 16, 2023

This sermon explores Habakkuk's message of maintaining hope during hardships, hearing God in silence, and handling negativity through divine control.

Welcome, friends and family, to another blessed gathering where we come together to marvel at the enduring wisdom of God's word. We find ourselves today in the book of Habakkuk, a minor prophet with a major message. It's a message that resonates deeply with the times we're living in, a message of ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:2-4

Topics: God's Silence

Mouth Of Wisdom

Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 19, 2013

What a wonderful promise given by God! God promises you a mouth of wisdom!

Mouth of wisdom! Luke 21:15 “For I will give you a mouth and wisdom, which all your adversaries shall not be able to gainsay nor resist”. What a wonderful promise given by God! God promises you a mouth of wisdom! The moment you walk into the interviewer’s cabin, God can give ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

God’s Call For Intimacy

Contributed by Michael Cariño on Apr 11, 2018

Our work, our worship, and our ministry must be an overflow of our intimacy with God. The Christian’s fruitfulness and faithfulness should come from a heart that is madly in-love with Christ.

"God’s Call for Intimacy" (Psalm 42) By Ptr Michael Cariño Have you ever felt spiritually dry? You go to church, read you bible, and pray, yet deep inside you still feel spiritually empty. You believe in Jesus, you follow Christ, and you know God yet your life is aimless and meaningless. Many ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Silent Nights - Pt. 1 - Silent Treatment Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Dec 9, 2013

We enjoy "Silent Night" at Christmas, but what if every night is silent? How do we endure quiet seasons of life when nothing is stirring . . . even God?

Silent Nights Pt. 1 – Silent Treatment I. Introduction Silent night, Holy night All is calm, all is bright Round your virgin mother and child Holy infant so tender and mild Sleep heavenly peace, Sleep heavenly peace! Silent night, Holy night Shepherds quake at the sight Glories streams from ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:15, Psalm 34:15-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sabbath And Solitude

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Apr 28, 2011

Listeners are asked, "Is your life ordered in a way that you have time and made space for Sabbath? Have you made space for solitude?"

Turn your Bible to Luke chapter 6. I hope I do a better job on this next part than I just did on that part. All right, Luke chapter 6, we’re going to continue our discussion in Luke today. We’ve gone through the first five chapters here and it took us about 10 weeks. And we’re ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Looking For God In All The Wrong Places Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Mar 28, 2010

In this message I look at some of the many places we go to find God and discuss why they do not work. Where do we find God? Elijah gives us the answers.

“Looking for God in all the Wrong Places” 1st Kings 19:1-3 Perhaps you’ve heard the story of the man who had lost his keys and he was standing at the edge of the street right underneath a street lamp looking for his keys. A neighbor saw him and walked over to help. After a few ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

"Moment Of Silence" - Worship Service Of The Godless

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Aug 21, 2007

This is not the time for the true church to be silent in the face of people’s grief and uncertainty

“The LORD is near to all who call upon Him, to all who call upon Him in truth.” Psalm 145:18 April 23, 2007 was exactly one week after the now infamous massacre of 32 people at Virginia Tech. I turned on the news that morning, as is my habit, to listen to what’s going on around the world ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 145:18

Denomination: Orthodox

Silence The Ignorant Talk Of Foolish Men Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 23, 2009

Our text tells us how to silence the ignorant talk of foolish people. 1- Submit to authority 2- Live as servants 3- Show proper respect 4- Love the believers

INTRO.- Ignorant talk. There is a lot of that going around. Much of it is in Hollywood. Here is some ignorant talk from foolish people. - JODIE FOSTER: "I absolutely love religions and the rituals. Even though I don’t believe in God." - BILLY JOEL: "I wasn’t raised Catholic, but I used to go ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Success Of The Early Church And The Silence Of The New

Contributed by Clint Shrum on Jan 6, 2007

Looking at the power of the early church

THE SUCCESS OF THE EARLY CHURCH AND THE SILENCE OF THE NEW Acts 2:39-47 Intro: It is not strange for us to read how 3,000 souls were saved in this passage of scripture under the preaching of Peter. However, it would be strange for us to hear that had happened in a local church around here. We ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:39-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Silence Isn't Golden

Contributed by Ken Gehrels on Nov 14, 2001

The need to acknowledge the Lord and respond to Him, not turn our back on Him

When Silence Isn’t Golden Bible Reading: Amos 2: 4-5 PREPARED BY KEN GEHRELS PASTOR CALVIN CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH NEPEAN, ONTARIO When Silenc e Isn’t Go lden p.1 Do you ever get impatient with a speaker - with me, for instance? Knowing why you came, suspecting the gist of what is going to be ...read more

Scripture: Amos 2:4-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Sins That Reduce Us To A Shameful Silence

Contributed by Martin Albanese on May 15, 2003

Which one of us is the greatest? A look at Ambition, Jealousy, and Hostility in our lives

Sins That Reduce Us To A Shameful Silence (Sermon notes take from a book called Yes, Lord, I Have Sinned: But I Have Several Excellent by James W. Moore.) Let me start out by asking you all a question tonight! • Have you ever been reduced to embarrassed silence? o the kind that comes for a sense ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:33-37

Denomination: Christian Church