Sermons on Closed Mind:

Resilient PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Encourage believers to remain steadfast and resilient in their faith and work for the Lord, even in challenging times, knowing that their efforts are not in vain.

Good morning, Church Family! Today, we're diving into the heart of 1 Corinthians 15:58, where we'll be talking about staying resilient in difficult times, the power of perseverance, and the strength of faithfulness. Now, we all face challenging times, don't we? Moments when it feels like the world ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:58

Topics: Staying The Course

Renew Your Faith PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Explore the paths of repentance, obedience, and trust in God as means to renew our faith, as guided by the teachings in Romans 8.

Good morning, family! Today, we're going to dive into some deep waters of faith, renewal, and a closer walk with our Lord. We're turning to Romans 8 to explore three beautiful yet challenging paths to renewing our faith: through repentance, obedience, and trust in God. As C.S. Lewis once profoundly ...read more

Topics: Renewal

I Will Turn The Wilderness Into A Pool Of Water PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

This sermon's main point is to explore how God transforms our life's desolation into joy, turns our wilderness into fertile ground, and showers us with His abundant blessings, as depicted in Isaiah 35:1-7.

Good morning, family! Today, we're going to dive deep into the Book of Isaiah, specifically Isaiah 35:1-7. Allow me to share the passage with you: "The wilderness and the dry land shall be glad, the desert shall rejoice and blossom; like the crocus, it shall blossom abundantly, and rejoice with joy ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-7

Topics: Wilderness, Water

The Kingdom Of God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

To emphasize the importance of prioritizing God's Kingdom in our lives and trusting in His provision.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive deep into a beloved scripture that's a favorite of many folks, myself included. Opening Scripture Reading: Matthew 6:33 tells us, "But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well." This verse ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Topics: Kingdom Of God

Identity In Christ PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Explore the witness of John the Baptist, the testimony of Jesus, and the life-changing invitation to believe, ultimately leading us to embrace faith and experience the transformative power of God in our lives.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into the witness of John the Baptist, the testimony of Jesus, and the invitation to believe. Let's begin with the words of Christian author and pastor, A.W. Tozer: "Faith is the gaze of a soul upon a saving God." It is through faith that we ...read more

Scripture: John 1:11-45

Topics: Identity, John

The Benefits Of Saying Yes PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 18, 2023

The sermon's main point is to emphasize the transformative power and blessings that come from saying "Yes" to God, obeying His commands, and aligning our will with His.

Good morning, church family! Today we're going to dive into a discussion about the transformative power of saying "Yes" to God, the rewards that come from obeying Him, and the profound blessings that flow when we trust in Him. A great Christian author, A.W. Tozer once said, "Outside the will of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:6-8

Topics: Drawback

Tag...you're It! PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 19, 2023

To explore the profound concept of being chosen by God, understanding its immense value, and distinguishing between earthly honor and God's choice.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to be diving deep into Deuteronomy 7:6, where we explore the profound concept of being chosen by God, the immense value that holds, and the distinct difference between earthly honor and God's choice. Opening Scripture Reading – Let's read the ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 7:6

Topics: Chosen

What Is Your King? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 15, 2023

This sermon encourages understanding and living under Christ's reign, emphasizing the importance of serving others as a reflection of serving Christ, our King.

Good morning, dear friends. We are here today, gathered as a family in faith. We are here to share, to learn, and to grow. We are here to understand more about our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We are here to understand His role in our lives and how we can live under His reign. G.K. Chesterton ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Topics: Christ, King

Conform Or Transform?

Contributed by Brian Harvison on Nov 12, 2008

Be a living sacrifice Live on that altar Don’t be conformed Be transformed!

Conform or Transform? Romans 12:1-2 I want to introduce you to a mythical church member that I am going to call Kenny When we first meet Kenny he is attending services at First Church but he left because the services were too formal Every one on the platform wore a tie He and his family then ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

It's Easy To Follow Our Leader

Contributed by Joel Pankow on May 24, 2001

How Jesus shows proper leadership and made it easy to follow him right up to his ascension and beyond.

May 27, 2001 Luke 24:44-53 He said to them, “This is what I told you while I was still with you: Everything must be fulfilled that is written about me in the Law of Moses, the Prophets and the Psalms.” 45 Then he opened their minds so they could understand the Scriptures. 46 He told them, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:44-53

Denomination: Lutheran

Holiness Is Right

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jul 2, 2015

Regardless of the laws that are passed by the Supreme Court Holiness is Right.

Holiness is Right By Bishop M.L. Maughmer, Jr. . Hebrews 12:14 – “Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord”. Romans 12:2 – “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that you may prove ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:14

Denomination: Apostolic

The Way Of Worship

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Jun 29, 2011

Worship costs us, changes us and equips us. It is resting in God's presence, reflecting God's glory and being ready to move in power.

THE WAY OF WORSHIP A missionary was working in Paraguay with the Maka Indians. One day a native named Rafael came to sit on the porch. The missionary was eating and went out to see what he wanted. He responded, "Ham, henek met." Again he asked what he could do for him, but the answer was the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-8

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

A Profile Of A Christ Follower Series

Contributed by Neil Olcott on Sep 10, 2009

Usually because of fuzzy thinking and lack of norms/standards for Christian activity of discernment, people will say, "I can’t tell the difference between a Christian and a non-Christian. What are the unique characteristics that should cause a Christian t

Date: June 1st, 2003 Title: Profile of the New Self Text: Eph. 4:17-32 Subject: Complement: Main Idea: Intro: In recent years profiling has become quite common. FBI profilers determine who the likely suspect is in a murder investigation. Racial profiling happens even though it is not supposed ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-32

Denomination: Baptist

How To Stay Afloat When Your World’s Being Flooded Series

Contributed by Tom Bartlett on Dec 29, 2009

A sermon on events leading to the flood, what caused them and what Noah did as he followed God. The principles are transferrable to us.

OUTLINE How to stay afloat when your world’s being flooded January 29, 2006 - Tom Bartlett Matt 24:37-39 (TLB) "The world will be at ease-- banquets and parties and weddings-- just as it was in Noah’s time before the sudden coming of the flood; people wouldn’t believe what was going to happen ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:37-39

Denomination: Baptist

His Name Shall Be Called…“The Prince Of Peace” Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Dec 23, 2018

In a world filled with war, and when high percentages of our population are medicated to deal with life’s anxieties, how exactly is Jesus the “Prince of Peace”? This sermon explains how Jesus can be our Prince of Peace in this life, and how He will be the eternal Prince of Peace in a future kingdom.

His Name Shall Be Called…“The Prince of Peace” Chuck Sligh Series: His Name Shall Be Called December 16, 2018 A PowerPoint slide presentation of this sermon is available upon request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Isaiah 9:6 – “For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Baptist