Sermons on Closed To Others:

Being Smart Spiritually Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Mar 22, 2008

Tests of authenticity that prove the validity of Christianity and the failure of other forms of spirituality.

A Muslim heard the good news about Jesus and decided to become a Christian. His Islamic friends asked him, “Why on earth have you done such a thing? What could possibly cause you to leave the religion you grew up with, the faith of your fathers, and turn to following Jesus?” “Well,” he replied, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

In This Thing Together Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 3, 2008

God wants us to live an empowered life in unity with other believers.

In This Thing Together Acts 2:1-13 Intro: Isn’t it nice to know that you are not alone? I’m sure there have been times when you’ve felt alone, but if you have a relationship with Jesus, you are never alone. He promised never to leave us or forsake us. His plan for the church is that no believer ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Is Jesus Really The Only Way To Heaven? Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 7, 2012

Jesus is the only way to heaven and all other avenues to truth are counterfeit.

Is Jesus Really The Only Way To Heaven? Text: Gal. 1:1-10 Introduction 1. Illustration: Since the death of Jesus Christ, 2000 years ago, 43 million Christians have become martyrs. Over 50% of these were in the last century alone. More than 200 million Christians face persecution each day, 60% of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

Called To Bless Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Apr 10, 2018

When we serve others we find satisfaction, significance and succession

CALLED TO BLESS Many years ago there lay a large boulder in the middle of a well travelled roadway. Traveler after traveler walked past the boulder, veering off the side of the road to get around it. All the while, they were shaking their head and muttering, "Can you believe that? Someone should ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

I Value You For Who You Are

Contributed by William Hooper on Jun 1, 2013

Discovering what we mean when we give others affirmative words.

“I Value You for Who You Are” Genesis 1:26-27 Psalm 8 Introduction We make value judgments every day about all sorts of things. We choose one product over another product. We choose one TV news program over another. We think carefully before investing a huge amount of money in a new ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Most Important Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 23, 2022

Jesus shows us that the law should encourage us to treat others well.

What is most important? Jeffery Anselmi / General Criticizing Jesus: The Words of Jesus / Sabbath-breaking Man; Love / Mark 2:23–3:6 Jesus shows us that the law should encourage us to treat others well. INTRODUCTION • Have you ever got so caught up in procedures and rules that you lost sight of ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Third Way

Contributed by Kevin Barron on Dec 30, 2012

Jesus has a third way to deal with violence other than fight or flight!

THE THIRD WAY LUKE 6:27-38 MAY 2, 2012 OSCEOLA, AR CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE INTRO. It seems that our instinct when faced with violence is fight or flight. Those are the only two things we know how to do! Jesus, though, has a third way - nonviolent engagement. How does this work for him? I. TURN ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-38

Denomination: Methodist

Freedom Isn’t Free

Contributed by Steven Platt on Jun 7, 2002

Memorial Day Sermon. It opens honoring those who gave their lives for our country, but ultimately honors those who gave their lives for our King. It closes with the ultimate Memorial Service for us as Christians, the Lord’s Supper.

Freedom Isn’t Free October 12, 2000. To some people, this may be a loved ones birthday. To others, maybe the day they bought their first new car. October 12, 2000. Undoubtedly, mothers were busy making Halloween costumes or perhaps even a few were beginning to buy Christmas gifts ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Five Things You Must Do To Be A Healthy Christian

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Mar 4, 2008

1. Worshipping God publicly and privately 2. Grow in knowledge of God 3. Fellowship with others 4. Share our faith with others 5. Use our gifts

“Five Things You Must Do to Be a Healthy Christian” March 9, 2008 Everybody seems to be on a health kick these days. Turn on just about any channel on TV and you will find someone selling something to make you healthy. It may be a juicer or Bow flex or pill – but everyone wants you to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7-8

Denomination: Holiness

"Encouragement"

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 11, 2002

We extend compassion as wounded healers. But before we can help others, we have to learn how to weep. The word compassion means “to suffer with others”.

“Encouragement” Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts King David is faced with a bittersweet victory. His son Absalom turned against him, raised up an army to overthrow his father, and in battle against David’s forces he met a violent death. In the previous ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 19:1-10

Denomination: Congregational

Surrogate Supplication

Contributed by Jeremy Morford on Jul 27, 2006

An unusual message on something we do (or supposed to do) every day -- praying for others. See what God can do in answer to our prayer for others!

Surrogate Supplication Text: 2 Kings 3:6-19 Intro: I don’t know how many people here have heard about the infertility option of paying a woman to carry a baby for you, and after she believers, she gives you the baby. According to Surrogate Mothers, Inc. , there have been 2,000 such babies ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 3:6-19

Denomination: Holiness

Lift Off Series

Contributed by Jorge Acevedo on Feb 23, 2010

One great thing about family is the way we encourage each other and lift up each other's spirit; this message is about how to do just that.

“Lift Off” Several weeks ago an American Idol contestant said something like this before facing the judges, “I’m doing this for my best friend who died 4 years ago.” They showed pictures of her and her friend laughing and doing things together. Then, crying she said, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 17:22

Denomination: Baptist

There's Nobody Like Jesus

Contributed by Apostle Bobby Hogan on Sep 19, 2011

In all of history past, and all of time to come there is one person who stands alone, he is above all others, and there is salvation in no other name (this person is Jesus)!

“For unto us a child is born, unto us a Son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counselor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.” Isaiah 9:6 “My beloved is white and ruddy, the chiefest among ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who Are You Really Going To Trust? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jun 22, 2009

When you lean on God alone, you will learn God’s forgiveness, the ability to forgive others, and the confidence to guide others to the truth, especially about eternal life.

If you want to get to the other side, will you use this bridge (pic)?? Over 100 million people use this bridge every year! The Bible says that if you want to go to the other side where God is, you must cross the bridge (diagram) made by Christ! Does anyone know how many people die in the world ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 40:1-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Praise The Lord, I Saw The Light!

Contributed by Craig Condon on Mar 23, 2015

We must follow God and start inviting ourselves and go out into the world and seek out others-just like Jesus and Zacchaeus sought each other out.

There is a story about a fitness centre that was offering $1,000 to anyone who could show that they were stronger than the owner of the place. Here’s how it worked. The owner would squeeze a lemon until all the juice ran into a glass, and then hand the lemon to the challenger. Anyone who ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Anglican