Sermons on Closed Eyes:

The Altar Of Intimacy Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 14, 2025

Intimacy with God is cultivated, not by accident, but through intentional pursuit.

THE ALTAR OF INTIMACY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 12:7-8 Supporting Texts: Genesis 26:25, Genesis 35:1-7, Leviticus 6:12-13, Psalm 91:1 INTRODUCTION: Intimacy with God is cultivated, not by accident, but through intentional pursuit. One of the most powerful biblical symbols of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:7-8, Genesis 26:25, Genesis 35:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

David’s Close Call: Escaping The Philistine Trap - 1 Samuel 29:1-30:20 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Oct 13, 2025

Caught between enemies, betrayed by his friends, and facing mutiny, David’s next move shocked everyone. When all seemed lost, God had a plan. Join David’s journey from distress to divine victory!

For free audio or video download of this message, visit https://www.treasuringgod.com/sermons-by-scripture or my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@DarrellFerguson. David’s Distress Last week the writer took us right up to the brink of the war with the Philistines. But once again the ...read more

Closing In On The Cross Of Jesus Christ - Part 7: God's Help For His Stumbling Saints Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 24, 2023

Sometimes we are going to stumble, but God's Word shows His stumbling saints what to do. 1. Remember the ways that we can stumble. 2. Remember that the Lord sees us. 3. Remember that Jesus will steer us in the right direction.

Closing in on the Cross of Jesus Christ Part 7: God's Help for His Stumbling Saints The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 26:69-75; Mark 14:53-54; Luke 22:59-62; Acts 4:5-12 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared April 24, 2023) BACKGROUND: *Today in Matthew 26, we are less than 12 hours away from Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:69-75, Mark 14:53-54, Luke 22:59-62, Acts 4:5-12

Denomination: Baptist

Seeing The Harvest

Contributed by Michael Belcher on Nov 26, 2001

A challange to look at the harvest through the eyes of Jesus.

Introductory: The Barna Research Group has been involved in gathering and analyzing information concerning the church since 1984. Many of their findings are startling and eye-opening. They have found that 33% of Americans are unchurched; they have no church affiliation whatsoever. While it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Baptist

Experience An Epiphany

Contributed by Sean Adams on Mar 4, 2007

Theme: What is an epiphany? A Close Encounter with the God-Kind

Experience An Epiphany Theme: What is an epiphany? A Close Encounter with the God-Kind The Bible: Isaiah 6:1-8 1 In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord sitting on a throne, high and lifted up, and the train of His robe filled the temple. 2 Above it stood seraphim; each one had six ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"What To Do In Troublesome Times"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Feb 5, 2014

Three things you can do when you find yourself in troublesome times.

“What to Do in Troublesome Times” 2-9-14 Matthew 24:1-14 “Jesus left the temple and was walking away when his disciples came up to him to call his attention to its buildings. “Do you see all these things?” he asked. “Truly I tell you, not one stone here will be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:1-14

Denomination: Holiness

Preach Jesus Not Yourself Series

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Oct 9, 2017

Don't be discouraged no matter what men say just preach Jesus

May the peace of the Lord be with you Topic: PREACH JESUS NOT YOURSELF John 8:13-14King James Version (KJV) 13 The Pharisees therefore said unto him, Thou bearest record of thyself; thy record is not true. 14 Jesus answered and said unto them, Though I bear record of myself, yet my record is ...read more

Scripture: John 8:13-14

Denomination: Charismatic

Looking And Waiting

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Feb 19, 2015

Holy ground with God.

LOOKING AND WAITING Exdous 3:1Now Moses kept the flock of Jethro his father in law, the priest of Midian: and he led the flock to the backside of the desert, and came to the mountain of God, even to Horeb. 2And the angel of the LORD appeared unto him in a flame of fire ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

A Life Transformed Series

Contributed by Curtis E. Nester on May 30, 2016

Saul encounters Jesus on the road to Damascus and is transformed from a persecutor to a preacher of the Gospel.

SERIES: Adventures in Acts 010 TITLE: A Life Transformed TEXT: Acts 9:1-8 INTRO: One day a lady was leaving a beauty shop, when she met another lady who said, Mary Smith, I haven’t seen you in years, my how you’ve changed…slimmed down, hair different, clothing style, what a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Haughty Faces, Ichabod, And God’s Glow!

Contributed by Kelly Durant on Oct 31, 2015

The faces of people reflect their spirit and many are haughty. Many people are Godless fools proud of their wealth, position, and power. And sadly all that will be all gone one day and they will be in anguish because God “resists the proud"

Haughty Faces, Ichabod, And God’s Glow! Kelly Durant 11-1-15 Psalm 19:8 The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes. 2. How many of you have travelled on an airplane lately? Let me tell you about my most recent ...read more

Denomination: Salvation Army

Together Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 1, 2008

There is a huge difference between an encounter and a Close Encounter. In this 4 part series, learn the ingredients that are necessary to have a Close Encounter with God. You will be challenged by this series.

“Close Encounters” Pt. 4 - Together Review – Do a test. What is the process? And so to fulfill that process we must begin by having a close encounter. We started this whole thing off by declaring that we want to be a 2 Chronicles 5 church where the glory of the Lord fills this place and our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 5:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Flipped Right Side Up Series

Contributed by Mary Lewis on Jul 11, 2002

A "God’s eye view" of wealth and possessions

Flipped Right Side Up James 1:9-11 March 10, 2002 James Boice once heard a statement given by an actress named Sophie Tucker. She was being asked by reporters about her early struggles before she became a success, and whether or not she had been happy in her years of poverty. She answered, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

Learning From Illness Series

Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 2, 2006

Third in series on “Illness Through the Eyes of Faith.”

LEARNING FROM ILLNESS Romans 8:28-39 INTRO: A pastor went to the hospital to visit a church member who was recovering from surgery. He was about to pray for this person when the patient said: “You know, Preacher, you really don’t need to pray about my gall bladder. The doctors have that under ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-39

Denomination: Baptist

"Beneath The Surface" Series

Contributed by Bruce Hamsher on Aug 6, 2002

A look at ourselves through the eyes of our heart.

“Beneath The Surface” Matthew 5:8 Beatitudes - #6 Intro: If Jesus came to your home today to spend a day or two If He came unexpectedly, I wonder what you’d do? I know you’d give your nicest room to such an honored Guest, And all the food you’d serve to him would be the very ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Mennonite

At The Heart Of Jesus

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on May 3, 2008

Learn the importance of spending time close to the heart of God.

I. Leaning on the Everlasting Arms A. TEXT: John 13:21-30 “When Jesus had said these things, He was troubled in spirit, and testified and said, "Most assuredly, I say to you, one of you will betray Me." Then the disciples looked at one another, perplexed about whom He spoke. Now there was leaning ...read more

Scripture: John 13:21-30