Sermons on Deaf Ears:

Sunday - Resurrection Day - The Day Of Joy And Amazement Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 18, 2022

After the dark and depressing days of crucifixion Friday and silent Saturday, came resurrection Sunday. The tomb was empty and Jesus appeared to Mary, Peter, two disciples, and to all the apostles. And they were all filled with joy and amazement.

A. Allow me to begin this morning with an illustration from Max Anders’ book, Basics of Christianity. 1. Max Anders wrote: Two hundred miles northeast of Los Angeles is a baked-out gorge called Death Valley; the lowest place in the United States at 276 feet below sea level. a. It is also the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Wants To Help Us Understand The Kingdom Of Heaven - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 10, 2022

King Jesus wants us to learn... 1. About His Lordship. 2. About His love. 3. About the lost. 4. About living in His light.

Jesus Wants to Help Us Understand the Kingdom of Heaven - Part 1 The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared May 10, 2022) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 13 to focus on another of the Lord's parables. Jesus used these simple, earthly ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30, Matthew 13:36-43

Denomination: Baptist

Praying When I Am Stressed Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Sep 9, 2024

David speaks to God before he speaks to the people who are causing the problem. So many times, we reverse this. If we have a problem with someone, we talk to them first and only talk to God as a last resort.

I want to talk to you about turning to God prayer to destress your home for the next few minutes. We launch a new series where we are looking at four attitudes that every home should have in the coming weeks. I invite you to find Psalm 4 with me. Children and parents are stressed! Parents face ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 18:6

Denomination: Baptist

When People See Me - What Do They See?

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Sep 16, 2024

When people see us they immediately develop impressions of us. If we are a Christian, they will begin to look for Jesus in us. When that happens, will they see Him in our actions; our decisions; and our love for others?

When People See Me – What Do They See? Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30; 36-43; John 13:34-35 Good morning Strangers Rest. The title of my message today is, “When People See Me – What Do They See?” Now of course the obvious answer is they see us right? But is that true? Do they see “us,” or do they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-43, John 13:34-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hello, My Name Is El-Roi # 7

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Nov 14, 2024

The name that we will be looking at in this sermon is the name El-Roi, which means "God who Sees me" or the "God of Vision".

Do you ever feel like you live in a big world, and you are so small and insignificant that sometimes you wonder if even God knows you are here? Sometimes it seems like there are two kinds of people who live here, the SIGNIFICANT and the INSIGNIFICANT! Illus: For example, when Princess Diana died, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

Part 9: Great Prayer Lessons From King Solomon Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Nov 30, 2024

1. The Lord wants us to pray thankfully (vs. 5-6). 2. The Lord wants us to pray humbly (vs. 7). 3. The Lord wants us to pray unselfishly (vs. 8-9). 4. The Lord will answer happily (vs. 10). 5. The Lord will answer generously (vs. 11-13).

Great Prayers of the Old Testament Part 9: Great Prayer Lessons from King Solomon 1 Kings 3:1-13 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared November 30, 2024) BACKGROUND: *Last time in 1 Kings 3, we started studying one of the most important prayers we can ever pray. Shortly after he became king, King ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Mary's Song Of Praise Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Dec 2, 2024

Mary worships God for her Savior

Mary’s Song of Praise Luke 1:46-51 Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 12-01-2024 I’m Dreaming Let’s start this Christmas season with a trivia question. What’s the number selling Christmas song of all time? “White Christmas” by Bing Crosby is not only the best selling Christmas ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Rights Of Joseph And Mary

Contributed by Joe Bedy on Dec 6, 2024

What would be the reaction of an announcement of Jesus' birth to a woman in 2024 look like?

Sermon “The Rights of Joseph and Mary ” Dec 08 2024 The Annunciation What in the world would you think and more importantly what would you do if you were Mary and had a visit from the angel Gabriel and heard these words? The Birth of Jesus Foretold Lk 1: 26 In the sixth month of Elizabeth’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-45

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Removing Specks And Casting Pearls Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Dec 11, 2024

A message where we unpack Matthew 7:3-6

Removing Specks and Casting Pearls Matthew 7:3-6 OKAY – let’s do this... MGCC – this morning we are wrapping up our study of Matthew 7:1-6... Six verses that kind of sit right in the middle of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus’ Kingdom Manifesto about how things are done and how lives are to be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:3-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"i'm On An Unsinkable Ship."

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Apr 2, 2024

This message compares a figurative ship called "The Ole Ship of Zion" with the power of the gospel. The gospel encounters opposition from worldly forces as the ship sails on treacherous waters. However, the gospel message continues to thrive and change hearts and lives even today.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Acts 27:27) "But when the fourteenth night was come, as we were driven up and down in Adria, about midnight the shipmen deemed that they drew near to some country;" (Acts 27:28-29) [28] ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:7-10, Acts 27:27-29, Acts 27:30-34, Acts 27:27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are You Amazed? (Easter 2024)

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Apr 2, 2024

Have you lost your amazement at the extravagant love of Jesus? Paul encourages us to keep the main thing the main thing.

Easter 2024 I Corinthians 15 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 03-31–2024 Amazing When you hear the word amazing, what do you think of? The definition of amazing is “causing great wonder or surprise, astonishing.” I’m learning to juggle. It’s not easy. But, recently I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

The Light And Life Of Men Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Apr 7, 2024

The bedrock promise of the Bible is this: “And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose” (Romans 8:28). Everything terrible will turn around for good because of the birth of Christ!

Christmas is in high gear at Cross Church and allow me to say to wish you a very merry Christmas! Thank you for joining me for a Christmas sermon series entitled, A Timeless Christmas. I invite you to find John 1 with me. People are increasingly talking about the holiday as Christmas Day ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-11, Isaiah 9:1-2, Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Experiencing Christmas All Year Round Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Apr 7, 2024

Jesus went from the heights of glory to the depths of shame. He went from the wonders of heaven to the wickedness of earth. He went from exaltation to humiliation. He had experienced coronation in Heaven before Christmas only to experience the curse on this earth.

Christmas is in high gear at Cross Church and allow me to say to wish you a very merry Christmas! Thank you for joining me for a Christmas sermon series entitled, A Timeless Christmas. Christmas is by far and away America’s most popular holiday. I bet it’s even your personal favorite holiday. Nine ...read more

Scripture: John 1:9-13, Psalm 4:7, Romans 8:28

Denomination: Baptist

Desperate Times Make Us Desperate For Him Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Apr 13, 2024

There are only two kinds of people in the world – those who believe in miracles and those who don’t. If you doubt God, then you will doubt the miraculous. But if you believe in God, then you will believe in the miraculous.

As the summer heat finally relents here in North Texas, we are looking at the life of Elisha. Elisha shows us how to remain faithful during challenging times. There is a lot to like about Elisha during the super challenging times he lived. Elisha was a godly man in a time when so many people just ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:1-7, 2 Kings 4:38-44

Denomination: Baptist

Starting Again Series

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jan 27, 2024

First sermon from series in Nehemiah. It examines how God works to rebuild people's lives. Suitable for New Years.

Nehemiah 1 New Years We got to spend a few days with Sarah and Drew the week after Christmas, visiting in Colorado. We spent some time resting, but we also spent some time sightseeing, driving through the snow-covered mountains and seeing a winter wonderland. As we were discussing their ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist