Sermons on Closed Mouth:

"It's Only Church"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 23, 2014

Does Church Matter?

Romans 10:5-15 "It's Only Church" On a Saturday evening, last summer, while on vacation with my family, we were trying to decide where to go to church the next morning. I wanted to visit one of the smaller churches in town, others wanted to worship at the bigger church in town. We tried ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:5-15

Denomination: United Methodist

The Book Of Lamentations – Part 21 – What The Lord Hates And God’s Sovereignty In Declaring Good Or Evil - Chapter 3:33-38 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jun 6, 2025

We look at what worthless persons do; what the Lord hates, and the system in the world including injustice. False prophets are considered – they are always around. The sovereign God dispenses good and ill, that is, eternal life and eternal death. Good and ill proceed from God in heaven.

THE BOOK OF LAMENTATIONS – PART 21 – WHAT THE LORD HATES AND GOD’S SOVEREIGNTY IN DECLARING GOOD OR EVIL - CHAPTER 3:33-38 INTRODUCTION FROM LAST TIME Last time we looked at the LORD causing grief but then applying compassion. I think this is a bit like some medicines. When you were small you ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:33-36, Proverbs 6:12-15, Proverbs 6:16-19, Revelation 1:3, Ephesians 4:31-32, Lamentations 3:37, Jeremiah 5:13, Jeremiah 2:8, Jeremiah 4:9, Lamentations 3:38, Genesis 3:1, Romans 2:7-8, Deuteronomy 32:8, 2 Samuel 22:13-14, Psalm 78:35-36  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Lazarus Experience"

Contributed by Phil Anderson on May 31, 2004

Taking a challenge from the raising of Lazarus to obey the Lord and to do all He calls us to do in order for us to "come forth" spiritually.

“The Lazarus Experience” John 11:38-45 JN 11:38 Jesus, once more deeply moved, came to the tomb. It was a cave with a stone laid across the entrance. 39 "Take away the stone," he said. "But, Lord," said Martha, the sister of the dead man, "by this time there is a bad odor, for he has been there ...read more

Scripture: John 11:38-45

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Lot: From Sodom To Salt Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Jan 10, 2008

The story of Lot is arresting. When his name is mentioned, we immediately think of his wife – the pillar of salt. This story could have been quite different. The writer of the epistle of Peter designates Lot as a righteous man. No Old Testament chara

Lot: From Sodom to Salt Sermon Series: Personalities from the Past that Speak to the Present Genesis 13:12 2 Peter 2:4-10 Intro The story of Lot is arresting. When his name is mentioned, we immediately think of his wife – the pillar of salt. This story could have been quite different. The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:4-10

Denomination: Baptist

Family Matters

Contributed by Dean Rhine on May 13, 2008

The importance of family

1 Samuel 1-8: Family Matters This morning, there is one simple question that I want to ask you, and it applies to each of us: What are you going to do about your family? Whether we like to admit it or not, we all have family problems. And it is no different whether we live in the 21st century AD ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Family Matters

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jun 19, 2018

Why your family matters

1 Samuel 1-8: Family Matters This morning, there is one simple question that I want to ask you, and it applies to each of us: What are you going to do about your family? Whether we like to admit it or not, we all have family problems. And it is no different whether we live in the 21st century AD ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Difference Of Knowledge And Wisdom Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 16, 2016

A study of the book of Job 12: 1 – 25

Job 12: 1 – 25 The Difference Of Knowledge And Wisdom 1 Then Job answered and said: 2 “No doubt you are the people, and wisdom will die with you! 3 But I have understanding as well as you; I am not inferior to you. Indeed, who does not know such things as these? 4 “I am one ...read more

Scripture: Job 12:1-25

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Time Of Our Salvation Is Nearer PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 23, 2025

God’s grace awakens us from spiritual slumber, inviting us to embrace Christ’s love, leave behind darkness, and live each day clothed in His light.

Some mornings feel like mercy. The light slips under the blinds, the scent of coffee drifts through the house, and you think, “I can do today.” Other mornings feel heavy. The alarm sounds like a siren, the covers cling like chains, and your mind measures all the miles ahead. We’ve all known both ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-14

Topics: Awake, Spiritual Alertness

Nightmares Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 24, 2016

A study of the book of Job 20: 1 ¡V 29

Job 20: 1 ¡V 29 Nightmares 1 Then Zophar the Naamathite answered and said: 2 ¡§Therefore my anxious thoughts make me answer, because of the turmoil within me. 3 I have heard the rebuke that reproaches me, and the spirit of my understanding causes me to answer. 4 ¡§Do you not know this of old, ...read more

Scripture: Esther 20:1-29

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Tenebrae Service: Are You In The Crowd?

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 31, 2015

This is an actual Tenebrae (Good Friday) service that was held.

Welcome. Introduce guests. Instructions: Tonight is going to be a little different from most services that you are used to. A solemn experience. It commemorates the crucifixion, the death, and burial of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. As we begin our service, I emphasize that as the service ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:32-56

Denomination: Baptist

Unshakeable Woman (An Unshakeable Hope)

Contributed by Cesar Datuin on Jun 21, 2022

In today's world, woman empowerment is very common, though she may be weak sometimes but they have an unshakeable character which we can learn from. In today's exhortation, let's learn about the life of Hannah how she became an Unshakeable Woman.

Intro: This is our 2nd week for this month of June 2022. We have heard a lot of encouraging exhortations about how to have a character with unshakeable hope. And so, I researched a character in the Bible with the same kind of spirit. And God impressed upon my heart the life of a woman who had an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Witness Protection Plan PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 28, 2025

God’s love transforms us, reconciles us to Himself, and sends us out to love others with grace, forgiveness, and the hope of new life.

Some of us walked in today with hearts humming like quiet engines, carrying the week on our backs—school runs, bills to pay, conversations we wish had gone better. Others of us came with hope rolling like a sunrise—news of a baby on the way, a victory over a habit, a fresh start at work. Wherever ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:16-21

Topics: Protection, New Creation, Identity

One-On-One In The Desert

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Oct 27, 2025

Philip meets the Ethiopian man and introduces him to Christ

One-on-One in the Desert Acts 8:26-40 Good Morning Dr. Tony Beam said in a Christian Post Column, “Sports are considered to be 'team sports', but at times sports come down to a one-on-one matchup. When a quarterback drops back to pass, looking for the open receiver, football becomes a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Have A Good Fight Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jun 26, 2006

Biblical advice on how to handle marital disagreements.

I have a question for you: What in this world does more damage to people than anything else? Drugs? War? Disease? I think the answer is…our words. We all remember the childhood saying “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never harm me.” But that’s not true. Words do hurt; ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

It's Time To Grow Up Part 6 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Apr 22, 2017

This message focuses on the importance of studying the Word of God for truth so that we are equipped to answer questions as we tell others of our personal message about our acceptance of our Lord and Savior Jesus the Christ.

It’s Time To Grow Up Part 6 Scriptures: 2 Timothy 2:15; Hebrews 4:12 This is part six of my series, “It’s Time To Grow Up.” Last Sunday I shared with you that Paul told Timothy to take the Word of God and entrust it with faithful men who could take that Word and teach it to others. Paul told ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational