Sermons on Closed Mouth: showing 1,231-1,245 of 99,162

Dwell With God

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jun 22, 2024

Surrender to the plans of God even if it is tough, being close to God and obeying Him is more important than other comforts which would eventually follow the faithful and obedient and steadfast follower.

Jeremiah 40:1"He had found Jeremiah bound in chains among all the captives from Jerusalem and Judah who were being carried into exile to Babylon." Not an ordinary person but Nebuzaradan, commander of the imperial guard of Babylon found Prophet Jeremiah "bound in chains among the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 40:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Folly Of Seeking The Comfortable Life Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Oct 24, 2002

This passage forces us to make a decision about what kind of life do we want? Do we want a life dependent on things of this world or a life with no guarantee of any of the world’s goods but close to God?

A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 32 “The Folly of Seeking the Comfortable Life” Luke 12: 13-24 Every day of our lives we are being pulled in a number of different directions on one hand we have family responsibilities pulling us one way; ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-24

Denomination: Baptist

What Happened To The Narrow Way

Contributed by Marty Roark on Jul 3, 2008

Close minded as you may claim it is, the Bible is the final authority for our lives and even though there are many paths in this world that will take you many places, only one “way” leads to God and eternal life.

What happened to the Narrow Way? The Narrow Way Matthew 7:13-14 13 "Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. 14 But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Another Long Sermon

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Sep 7, 2010

Sunday, the day the church gathered for worship, because it was the day of Christ’s resurrection. The writings of the early church Fathers confirm that the church continued to meet on Sunday after the close of the NT period. Scripture does not require Chr

Another Long Sermon Text: Acts 20:7-12NLT On the first day of the week, we gathered with the local believers to share in the Lord’s Supper. Paul was preaching to them, and since he was leaving the next day, he kept talking until midnight. 8 The upstairs room where we met was lighted with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:7-12

Denomination: Church Of God

Facing Giants At Work

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on May 1, 2015

This sermon deals with all of our vocations as being callings from God. It deals with the reality that the giants we face in life and at work are not all that they seem to be once we get up close. It is the final message in the transformation series.

FACING GIANTS IN LIFE & WORK 50 Days of Transformation– Part 7 (Your Career) Pastor Rick April 19, 2015 Exodus 35:30-35 I Samuel 16 This sermon is my variation of the sermon from Rick Warren in the 50 days of Transformation Series. Some of the background information on David and Goliath is ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Strength To Stand-11 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Dec 5, 2017

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

STRENGTH To STAND-XI—Ephesians 6:10-20 Attention: Self-Conscious At The Gym: I was self-conscious about going to the gym, because I thought the pounds I had put on would make me stand out among the spandex-clad regulars. I chose a treadmill in the corner so I'd be inconspicuous. However, as I ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

Matthew 6 - Part 5 – A Diet That Really Works! Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Feb 3, 2010

Jesus talks about God giving us our daily bread but then fasting. He also says we "do not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.’” I know this to be true. When I have fasted it has helped me to hear from God.

Matthew 6 - Part 5 – A DIET THAT REALLY WORKS! I bought some new bathroom scales recently, but I don’t like them. They tell you about your body fat ratio, and a number of other things, to help you determine not only what weight you are but how fit and healthy you are. They told me that I have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Will Heaven Be Like?

Contributed by Troy Borst on Sep 4, 2013

My simplistic description of Heaven does not even come close to Truth, but hopefully it gets you thinking about some questions about Heaven or perhaps reminds you of questions you have always had about it.

WHAT WILL HEAVEN BE LIKE? VARIOUS PASSAGES INTRODUCTION This month we are talking about the question: “You are dead… now what?” The purpose of John and I’s sermons all month long are to answer questions that you may have about what happens after we die… that is the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Somebody Ought To Say Something"

Contributed by Timothy Proctor Sr. D. Min on Mar 19, 2002

We need to stop speaking defeat in our lives, God is tried of His children saying, "I don’t know what I’m going to do, when problems come our way. God want you to stop speaking defeat in their life. He want you to know that there is Power In Your Mouth,

Intro: We’re living in a time, where the enemy is going to and from, seeking whom he may devour. The devil is busy, the devil is not taking a coffee break, and he’s not on vacation. The devil recognizes that if he’s going to bring down, as many Christians as possible, he has to work over-time, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:6-21, Luke 19:40

Denomination: *other

Riches Or Righteousness Series

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Aug 24, 2021

The omniscient God, seeing and knowing all things, takes very close interest in the ounces and pounds, liters and pints, dollars and cents, of your daily life. Let every greedy and stingy thief beware! He does not watch from a distance

Riches or Righteousness Prov.11:1-11 Before standardized weights and measures, and a government department to enforce them, merchants were responsible for accurate scales and weights. You bought and sold most of your commodities and foodstuffs by weight. This was no small matter, as the integrity ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Our Purpose - Daring To Care Series

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 31, 2001

When you look closely at the history of the first church there in Jerusalem, you see an exciting & growing church. And as they grew, they became more & more concerned about helping those in need.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2019)) TEXT: Matthew 25:31-40; Acts 4:32-35 A. During the past 2 weeks we've been looking at the purpose of the church & found that as a church we're called first of all to seek & to save the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-40, Acts 4:32-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Miracles

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 12, 2004

Even though Moses was not allowed to go into the Promised Land he spent the closing weeks of his life preparing the new generation to enter Canaan and claim the land God promised to give them.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: Even though Moses was not allowed to go into the Promised Land he spent the closing weeks of his life preparing the new generation to enter Canaan and claim the land God promised to give them. In this portion of Scripture a new census was taken in anticipation of ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 26:1-65

Denomination: Baptist

Called To Reject The World Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Mar 8, 2009

Far too many believers play with fire every day by living their lives as CLOSE to the world as they believe they can! Scripture encourages us to flee from the things of this world and seek a godly life!

Sermon Brief Date Written: February 18, 2009 Date Preached: March 04, 2009 Where Preached: Oak Park (Wed Evening) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: A Series from 1 John Sermon Title: Called to Reject the World! Sermon Text: 1 John 2:15-17 15 Do not love the world or the things ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Landmine Of Compromise Series

Contributed by Charles Stanley on Sep 20, 2007

Everyone has principles they live by, but which are negotiable and which should never be set aside? The truth is, whenever Christians compromise their godly principles, they walk dangerously close to a deadly landmine.

Landmines in the Path of the Believer Part 1: The Landmine of Compromise Summary: Everyone has principles they live by, but which are negotiable and which should never be set aside? The truth is, whenever Christians compromise their godly principles, they walk dangerously close to a deadly ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Rewards For Serving Christ Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 7, 2015

After many stern warnings and instructions to His missionaries, to His disciple makers, Jesus closes the discourse with a promise. Those who faithfully served the Lord & who faithfully support these workers will be rewarded.

MATTHEW 10: 40-42 [THE MESSIAH REVEALED Series] REWARDS FOR SERVING CHRIST [Revelation 22: 10-17] After many stern warnings and instructions to His missionaries, to His disciple makers, Jesus closes the discourse with a simply amazing promise. Jesus had instructed His disciples to stay in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:40-42

Denomination: Baptist