Sermons on Distorted Vision: showing 256-270 of 29,456

The Vision And Prayer Of Jabez

Contributed by Wes Richard on Apr 11, 2005

The vision and prayer of Jabez provides inspiration for the local congregation

When we lived in Japan, we often rode the trains. Just outside the train window we could see houses very close to the tracks as we whizzed past. Then as we slowed for a stop we were able to see, for a moment, people going about their daily activities: kids playing, housewives hanging up wash, or ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Brethren

How Is Your Vision?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 19, 2005

Let us study some vision problems. God’s people need to grow a productive vision. Don’t allow the enemy to steal your vision!

HOW IS YOUR VISIOIN? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Vision: revelation, manifestation of unseen, the power of imagination, foresight, discernment, Visual problems: We have in the church today spiritual blindness. Today one is considered legally blind if they have 1/10 of normal ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:25-32

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Enlarge My Vision

Contributed by Créteur Fabien on Feb 25, 2005

A french message for enlarging the vision, who stopping so often our conquest for the glory of God !

¶ ¶"AGRANDIR VOTRE VISION POUR" ¶ OUVERTURE : ¶À l’église de JOIGNY, nous croyons à de nouveaux commencements. C’est une ¶Grande chose de rêver un rêve… ¶Fondé par des hommes qui ont compris la puissance de transformation de l’amour. ¶Joigny Joigny Bethesda est un endroit de possibilités ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Vision Behind The Purpose

Contributed by Craig Poole on Dec 10, 2003

This sermon is designed to help the congregation identify needs and turn them into a vision to demonstrate God’s glory

The Vision Behind the Purpose · As you all know we have been discussing plans for preparing our 2004 Budget. · We want to thank-you for the cooperation that you have shown this far in this new process. Our prayer is that you continue to ask God for guidance as you give some good insight into the ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Keep Sight Of The Vision

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 3, 2001

A message concerning the importance of vision.

Keep Sight of the Vision Acts 9 (July 8, 2001) Introduction What’s the difference between “sight” and “vision?” Last week we looked at the incident of Jesus healing the man born blind. Jesus restored the man’s sight, and used the occasion to show the Pharisees that they were blind ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-31

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Vision Will Come To Past

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Jul 25, 2005

this message was preached at Open arms Ministries of Ybor City, tampa to encourage the saints.

Baseball In Heaven Two old guys, Abe and Sol, are sitting on a park bench feeding pigeons and talking about baseball, like they do every day. Abe turns to Sol and says, "Do you think there’s baseball in heaven?" Sol thinks about it for a minute and replies, "I don’t know. But let’s make a deal: ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Renewed Vision Of The Lord

Contributed by Rickey Broach on Mar 17, 2002

IF WE ARE TO EXPERIENCE A MOVE OF GOD IN OUR LIVES TODAY WE MUST HAVE A RENEWED VISION OF THE LORD

A RENEWED VISION OF THE LORD ISAIAH 6: 1 – 8 HOW DO YOU SEE THE LORD? IF WE ARE TO SEE GOD MOVE IN OUR LIVES IN THESE LAST DAYS THERE ARE SOME THINGS THAT WE MUST RECOGNIZE AS BIBLICAL PATTERNS FOR A MOVE OF GOD #1 OLD TRADITIONS MUST BE BROKEN #2 WELL ESTABLISHED BIBLICAL PRINCIPLES THAT FOR ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Church Of God

Moses The Vision Caster Series

Contributed by Brent Baker on Oct 18, 2005

I believe leaders sometime have a hard time casting a vision to their congregation. We are not alone in this. Moses did as well, but he teaches us some important lessons in vision casting.

Moses the Prince of Leadership The Vision Caster! Exodus 3-6 Helen Keller was once asked the question: “Is there anything worse than being blind?” “Yes," she replied, having eyesight but no vision.” Vision is the ability to see what others can’t. Vision is able to see beyond the norms of each ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Mission And Vision

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jan 14, 2008

God’s Mission is twofold: "To seek and to save the lost and make disciples of all people groups."

God’s Mission & Vision for the WVCC 2008 Numbers 13 There are many indicators that this will be a year of growth and outreach for the Willow Vale Community Church. Many of you are involved in prayer triplets that will meet ten times between December 16th to March 23; a hundred days of ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:1-26

Denomination: Free Methodist

Identiy, Vision And Purpose Series

Contributed by George Mansfield on Jan 1, 2008

To optimize our effectiveness and maximize our faithfulness to God we must live with purpose.

SERIES: NEW THINGS FOR A NEW YEAR LESSON: IDENTITY AND PURPOSE. INTRODUCTION: It is inconvenient at this time of year to make new plans, both personal and corporate. We call them “New Year’s Resolutions.” We desire to do better in the future than the past. Allow me to suggest three areas of focus ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Vision: Transformation Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 17, 2008

Our vision at New Life is simply "Transforming lives, one at a time."

Our Vision: Transformation Text: 2 Cor. 5:17-18; Rom. 12:1-2 Introduction 1. Illustration: The power of the Holy Spirit is not just for salvation, but transformation, a process that might be slow and gradual. The difference might look like this: You can take ten gallons of gasoline and release ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17-18

Denomination: Methodist

Spiritual Vision Impairment

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jul 28, 2008

In the scriptural context this verse refers to the consequences of a spiritual lack of vision regarding God’s redemptive revelation.

SPIRITUAL VISION IMPAIRMENT "Where there is no vision [no redemptive revelation of God], the people perish; but he who keeps the law [of God, which includes that of man]—blessed(happy, fortunate, and enviable) is he." Proverbs ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Baptist

Nehemiah - Vision To Victory Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Aug 17, 2008

Message on how God used Nehemiah and wants to use each of us to do extraordinary things for Him

Nehemiah – From Vision to Victory Discover your Passion Dive into Prayer Recognize God for Who He is Repent of your sins Remember God’s Promises Request Specific Help Don’t let your Position Hinder you Slide We are back this week into our series From Ordinary to Extraordinary. Have you ever ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A New Definition Of Vision

Contributed by Ed Warfield on Feb 29, 2008

God is slowly dismantling "stereotype" churches and establishing "prototype" churches

A New Definition of “Vision” - Proverbs 29:18 Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint (NIV) If people can’t see what God is doing, they stumble all over themselves (Message) When people do not accept divine guidance, they run wild (NLT) God is slowly dismantling “stereotype” ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Charismatic

Becoming A Carrier Of The Vision

Contributed by Daniel Harman on Mar 28, 2008

Sermon to cultivate servanthood in the local church. God doesn’t want us just to sit on the sidelines, but He wants us to ’get in the game’ & participate - put our faith in action & contribute to the growth of the Body of Christ.

Becoming a Carrier of the Vision – Build God’s House through Servanthood Leadership = to influence the direction of other people’s lives – we are all called to be leaders. Leadership is not a title, but it’s an action - serving. Everyone is called into an area of leadership Aim: Vision is ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 18:12-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational