Sermons on Closed Mind:

God Calling- Answer The Phone

Contributed by Rev Ken Shedenhelm on Apr 16, 2013

God calls us in many ways and we need to listen for His voice.

Listen...to your life... and you'll hear the BAT QOL- the voice of God. You will hear our Lord's voice, comforting, challenging, and calling you to lose yourself in the Master's service. Indeed, unless we "leave our nets" and follow Him, it's hard to see how we can call ourselves Christian. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:16-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Peace Within You

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Dec 1, 2011

This Advent let your search for peace bring you to Jesus. Apply Him to your heart and let the peace of God which surpasses all understanding leave you in a state of Grace rather than disgrace.

The “Peace” within you John 14:27-31 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. 28 "You heard me say, 'I am going away and I am coming back to you.' If you loved me, you would be glad ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

My Desire As Pastor Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 27, 2015

This is the 17th sermon in the series "The Cure". This is my desire as a pastor.

Series: The Cure [#17] MY DESIRE AS PASTOR Romans 10:1-21 Introduction: Last week, we talked about commitment. I thought a lot about what I said and the challenge that I gave the Church. This question came to my mind, “What is it that I want to see happen at the Church”? Romans ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

A Road Map To Gods Will

Contributed by Christopher Young on Mar 29, 2010

At one time or another we have all been turned around or needed directions to find our way to somewhere. It is no different with God's will for our lives. He has the map we must allow Him to navigate.

A ROAD MAP TO GOD”S WILL Psalm 32 I Intro: 1 A wife was making a breakfast of fried eggs for her husband. Suddenly her husband burst into the kitchen. “Careful ... CAREFUL! Put in some more butter! Oh my GOODNESS! You’re cooking too many at once. TOO MANY! Turn them! TURN THEM ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Soul Patrol Series

Contributed by Ken Hubbard on Feb 11, 2010

A sermon on how God heals the painful "holes" in our lives.

We are getting ready to embark on a journey That will: Provoke Cut Hurt Heal Victory Be deep INTRO: My kids and I watched a movie a couple years ago entitled "Holes" These young boys / for some crime / were sent to a reform boys camp To dig holes in the middle of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 147:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Dynamic Voice To A Dying Nation Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Dec 15, 2010

A faithful prophet speaks to a faltering nation about a forgiving God.

A DYNAMIC VOICE TO A DYING NATION JEREMIAH 1:1-19 INTRODUCTION: Jeremiah was a man who was: I. Trained for the times (v.1-8) A. His Identification B. His Revelation C. His Duration D. His Formation E. His Hesitation II. Touched for the task (v.9-10) A. The Touch B. The Task III. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Core 52 Week 9 - Finding Happiness Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Mar 3, 2020

If you're happy and you know it, clap your hands! Question: How do you know when you're happy? Do we even know what it means to be happy? Psalm 1 makes it all clear.

You can listen to the sermon on my podcast after 3/16 at: https://www.buzzsprout.com/697261/2893594 Finding Happiness Intro: • If you’re happy and you know it… song. o But do we really know when we’re happy? • Happiness is a universal human desire. We’ll do just about anything to feel ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:4, Philippians 3:1, 1 Thessalonians 5:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

To Swerve Or Not To Swerve? Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 6, 2016

The Jews and Jewish believers so cherished Moses, they were tempted to exalt him above Jesus, or to make them equals. Jesus demands to be our primary loyalty.

To Swerve or Not to Swerve? (Hebrews 3:1-14) 1. Doug Anderson recently shared a joke with me that illustrates the distinction between cause and correlation. Here goes. An Amish man and his son are at the shopping mall for the first time. They see two shiny doors open (an elevator) and an elderly ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I Found Love On A Two-Way Street

Contributed by Kenneth R. Jenkins on Dec 10, 2021

Imagine if you will, it's after breakfast and Jesus poses a question before you. And with this question, it seems to be a simple question to answer, right?

INTRODUCTION Imagine if you will, it's after breakfast and Jesus poses a question before you. And with this question, it seems to be a simple question to answer, right? You may think so but it's a question that puzzles you even after the way Jesus poses this question then what would be ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Transformed By Truth: Remembering God's Word Psalm 119:93 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 29, 2024

Psalm 119:93 reminds us of the life-giving power of God's commandments.

Transformed by Truth: Remembering God's Word Psalm 119:93 Psalm 119:93 (NLT): "I will never forget your commandments, for by them you give me life." Introduction Today, we return to the rich treasure of God's Word, specifically Psalm 119:93. This verse reminds us of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:93, Deuteronomy 6:6-7, Joshua 1:8, John 6:63, Proverbs 4:20-22, Romans 12:2, 2 Corinthians 3:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sow A Seed And Watch It Grow

Contributed by Nettie J Pennington on Feb 10, 2023

Summary: When our spirits are low, and we are ready to give up, ask the Lord, and He will renew our strength.

Father God, Lord over all creation, we come before you again, humbling ourselves before your mighty throne. We take this opportunity to thank You for sending workers to harvest the seeds You have sown. Thank you for sowing a seed of forgiveness and giving us a mind to cultivate the seed as we ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:17, Proverbs 11:18, Galatians 6:9

Denomination: Other

Relating To Our Kids - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Feb 16, 2018

This sermon brings Biblical wisdom in the areas of Communication, Training, Prayer and Trust. May our families be whole. Bless you as you study this very important topic.

INTRODUCTION o A parent asked their kindergartner, "How was your first day of school?" The child answered, "Fine, They want me to come back tomorrow!" o During Thanksgiving dinner a little girl starting fooling around with her Papaw's wedding ring. Papaw she said, "How come your wedding ring ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-7, Proverbs 22:6-17, Colossians 3:8-17

Denomination: Church Of God

Minors' Lessons That Have Major Impact V: Integrity - Learned From Zechariah Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Sep 16, 2019

Christians need a return to integrity so that motives will be in keeping with God's design and desire for a nation of righteousness. Zechariah identifies restraining hindrances and offers realistic solutions.

MINORS’S LESSONS THAT HAVE MAJOR IMPACT V: INTEGRITY – Learned from Zechariah From Zephaniah, we learned HUMILITY. We honor God when we humble ourselves before God lest we become comfortable and complacent. From Haggai, we learned COMMITMENT. We honor God when ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 7:1-14

Walking With God Begins In The Heart. Deuteronomy 6:4–5 | Matthew 22:37–38

Contributed by David Cramer on Dec 12, 2025

A message about walking with God in every day of our lives.

“Walking With God Begins in the Heart” Deuteronomy 6:4–5 | Matthew 22:37–38 Stand with me and hold your Bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I have what it says I have. I can do what it says I can do. Today I will be taught the Word of God. I boldly ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Other Guy PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 3, 2023

To explore the profound lessons of love, grace, and mercy from the parable of the Good Samaritan, urging us to embody these virtues in our daily lives.

Good morning, church family. Today we're diving deep into a familiar, yet profoundly challenging passage from the Book of Luke. We’ll be looking at the narrative of the Good Samaritan, exploring "The Power of Love, The Obligation of Love, and The Challenge of Love." In the words of the great ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:20-37

Topics: Love, Neighbor