Sermons on Closed Minded:

What We Can And Should Do After Christmas

Contributed by Guy Glass on Dec 30, 2012

WE ARE ALWAYS PRESENTED WITH CHOICES IN OUR LIVES. WHAT SHOULD WE DO ABOUT THIS OR THAT? WHAT CAN WE DO NOW THAT THIS HAS HAPPENED? EVERY SITUATION INEVITABLY BRINGS CHOICES WITH IT. THE DIFFICULT PART IS DECIDING WHAT THE BEST CHOICE IS. AND A CLOSE

WHAT WE CAN AND SHOULD DO AFTER CHRISTMAS Luke 2:15-22 When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, "Let's go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about." 16  So they hurried off and found Mary and Joseph, and the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:15-22

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon # 10 - United To Fulfill God's Will Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Sep 20, 2024

God’s call to the church today is that we be united just like the early church so we can experience the powerful working of the Holy Spirit of God. Our prayer to God must be that those who hinder this unity be removed and that we fulfill God’s will in our lives.

We read in Jonah 1:7, Then the men said to each other, "We should throw lots to find out why this is happening to us." So the men threw lots. The lots showed that the troubles came to them because of Jonah. (ERV) As we continue this series of studies on the life of Jonah and the church, ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:7, Acts 2:12-14, Acts 2:44, John 17:21-23, Romans 12:2, Ephesians 5:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Being Tenacious And Standing Firm In Our Service To God

Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Oct 20, 2024

In a world filled with distractions, challenges, and uncertainties, it is crucial that we remain steadfast in our faith.

Ephesians 6:10-18 (KJV) Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. 11 Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. 12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18, Hebrews 12:1-2, Philippians 4:8, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, Galatians 6:9-10, James 1:2-4, 2 Timothy 1:7, Ephesians 6:13, Philippians 1:27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Prayer - Part 4 Series

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Jun 25, 2024

This lesson focuses on praying God's Word and believing that God will answer when we pray.

NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The Bible ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:12, Colossians 4:2, Philippians 4:6-7, 2 Peter 1:2-3, Colossians 1:12-14, John 14:27, Isaiah 26:3, Ephesians 1:17-20, Philippians 4:19, Psalm 107:20, John 16:13, John 17:20-21, James 5:16, Galatians 6:1, Acts 12:5-10, Matthew 18:18-20, 2 Chronicles 7:14, 1 Thessalonians 5:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Healthy Church? Series

Contributed by James Parker on Apr 29, 2011

I want to begin a new series, not very long, but long enough. Several months ago, I noticed that I was reading quite frequently about churches closing the doors. This bothered me then, but apparently not enough to preach about it. But God has brought it t

I want to begin a new series, not very long, but long enough. Several months ago, I noticed that I was reading quite frequently about churches closing the doors. This bothered me then, but apparently not enough to preach about it. But God has brought it to my attention again. I kind of feel like ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42

Denomination: Baptist

A False Faith Series

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Nov 8, 2007

The devil does not mind a person having a faith, going to church, being religious, doing deeds of service, using Christian vocabulary as long as that person does not experience saving faith in Jesus Christ and His merits.

A Close Look At A Phony Acts 8:9-25 FALSE HONESTY Several years ago, in Long Beach, California, a fellow went into a fried chicken place and bought a couple of chicken dinners for himself and his date late one afternoon. The young woman at the counter inadvertently gave him the proceeds from the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:9-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Preaching Of The Cross

Contributed by William D. Brown on Apr 8, 2009

“foolishness of preaching” does not mean foolish preaching, the meaning here is, --to the minds of the so called intelligent thinkers, it was “foolishness” God is not calling it foolishness, He is pointing out that these great thinkers said it was foolish

THE PREACHING OF THE CROSS 1 Corinthians 1:18-24 4-11-09 Today I want to talk for a little while about “the preaching of the cross”, about the crucifixion of Jesus there on the cross of Calvary, so I want you to pay close attention. Listen as I read today’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Way Of Jesus - Marker # 5 - I Am Learning The Teachings Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Oct 5, 2018

The teachings of Jesus are a window, along with all other Holy Scripture, into the heart and mind of God. This is the 5th sermon in a sermon series on "The Way of Jesus", an initiative of my tribe, The Evangelical Missionary Church of Canada

Way Of Jesus #5 - Learning the Teachings of Jesus We’ve been looking at the Way of Jesus anchors Today’s is “I am learning the teachings of Jesus” Meetings in office - best quotes are always from Jesus Way of Jesus is about how to have a Jesus -shaped ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Getting Your Fight Back

Contributed by John Gaston on May 18, 2015

Hebrews 12:3 warns "lest you be weary and faint in your minds." This is a possibility for all, even great saints. Let's look at how Elijah became discouraged and the 5 ways God restored his fight.

GETTING YOUR FIGHT BACK 1 Kgs. 19:1-18 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Some things seem to get bigger and bigger. 2. A Texas farmer went to Australia for a vacation. He met an Aussie farmer, who showed off his big wheatfield. The Texan said, "Oh! We have wheatfields at least twice as large." 3. Then ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Strength To Stand-9 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 3, 2017

9 of 11. Paul closes his direction to the Ephesian church by encouraging them to find their strength in the Lord. But where or how can God's people find the strength to stand victorious? God’s people acquire strength to stand victorious thru a distinct...

STRENGTH To STAND-IX—Ephesians 6:10-20 Attention: HERO CHIHUAHUA: Summer 2017--GAINESVILLE, FL... Gainesville Police said 7-year-old Coco was out being walked this week, when a robber approached them from behind as they walked near their apartment complex. The robber proceeded to strike Coco’s ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

"Don’t Be Late For The Wedding Banquet”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Nov 4, 2020

"I'm late, I'm late for a very important date" No don't be late the door will be closed. Jesus has promised to return. When? Still a question but answered by Jesus in Matthew 24:34 & 36

In Jesus Holy Name November 8, 2020 Text: Matthew 25:1-2 “Don’t Be Late for the Wedding Banquet” In the Walt Disney movie ‘Snow White” The rabbit looks at his clock and says: “I’m late, I’m late, I’m late for a very important date, no time to say hello, no time to say good ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-2, Matthew 25:13

Denomination: Lutheran

The Power Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Julia Cramer on Oct 30, 2021

Prayer - the whisper of the soul, has four dimensions. The mystery of Prayer connects us to God; it is the glue that fastens our heart to God and focuses our mind on Him. Prayer is the breath of the soul in sync with the song of the Savior.

How many of you are inspired by Art? Motivated by music? Stirred by a poem? Touched by colors, patterns, and designs? Moved by nature? Changed by Relationships? In a very similar way – we should be inspired, motivated, stirred, touched, moved, and changed by our Prayer Life. Prayer – The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13, John 14:3

Denomination: United Methodist

Every Tribe

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 30, 2010

By the end of the world the gospel will go out to all people groups. The gospel has not been preached to every tribe yet, though we are getting very close, and some from every tribe will believe! Link inc. to formatted text, audio/Video, PowerPoint.

Every Tribe Revelation 5:9 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/EveryTribe.html Revelation 5:9 9 And they sung a new song, saying, Thou art worthy to take the book, and to open the seals thereof: for thou wast slain, and hast redeemed us to God by thy blood out of every kindred, and tongue, and people, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:9

Denomination: Baptist

The Heart Is A Heavy Weight: Learning To Grieve Well Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Dec 29, 2025

This is the fourth talk in a course called "Trauma and Transformation, Level 2". This advanced course takes a bio-psycho-socio-spiritual approach to healing. Both Christians and non-Christians are in attendance, so the homily is presented with that in mind.

Grief. it is not a thing we like to think about, it is not something that we very commonly talk about, even with those that are closest to us. And that is because grief is so incredibly difficult. It is an agonizing emotion to deal with. to deal with loss of any kind. Grief is the anguish ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 147:3, Psalm 34:18, Isaiah 43:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Gives Sight, To Those Who Want It (John 9:1-41) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Feb 8, 2022

Jesus gives physical sight, and spiritual sight. By chapter's end, the only blind ones left are the Pharisees. Have to be open-minded, and know what you don't know.

At this point in the gospel of John, some of you are maybe feeling a little confused. John is not a very easy book. Jesus' words seem complicated-- they are "from above," as he is from above, and we struggle to climb up, and view things from above, and understand them from ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41