Sermons on distractions: showing 61-75 of 11,030

"Oh Look, A Squirrel" A Sermon On Distractions

Contributed by Calvary Callender on Jul 8, 2010

Sometimes we as Christians get distracted by things in our lives. This sermon takes a look at Mary's statement of belief in Jesus and then withdrawing from that statement when she is distracted by her surroundings.

Introduction: When I was in 6th grade all of my friends were getting girlfriends and I wanted to have one too. The only problem was that all the girls I liked already had a boyfriend. There was one girl that ran around in the same group as I did and her name was Tina. I remember Tina very well, ...read more

Scripture: John 11:28-37

Denomination: Nazarene

The Parable Of The Tar Baby

Contributed by David Wilson on Sep 2, 2015

Brother Rabbit's Pride distracts him from the path-- What distracts you from running the race that is set before you.

The Parable of the Tar Baby Brother Rabbit was hopping down the rabbit trail—you know—the one all good bunnies would chose to travel on. Along the way he came to a carefully constructed little man, made of tar and some old clothes. Brother Rabbit, not wishing to be rude, greeted the tar ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Starve Your Distractions And Feed Your Focus.

Contributed by Ramon Jones on Sep 22, 2023

We are consumed by everything but God. God is not a priority. However, after we put things in perspective, maybe we can choose God over our personal agendas.

Starve your distraction and feed your focus Proverbs 4:25 “Let your eyes look directly forward, and your gaze be straight before you.” Allow me to lay the foundation by giving you something to ponder. Today we live in an age of unprecedented distraction. We have a diminishing tolerance for ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:25

Denomination: Bible Church

Important Preparations Concerning Christian Ministry (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Jan 28, 2010

A sermon examining Christian ministry.

IMPORTANT PREPARATIONS CONCERNING CHRISTIAN MINISTRY Part 2 Acts 1:12-14 Over the last couple of weeks we have examined certain precautions that we must take concerning our future Christian ministry. Along with these precautions, there are some preparations that we must make as well. I would ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From Nehemiah

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 12, 2016

What lessons can we learn from Nehemiah about rebuilding, teamwork, and prayer.

Lessons from Nehemiah Nehemiah 6:1-6:14 Introduction- This morning we are going to look at the leader Nehemiah. Nehemiah was a regular person who saw what was happening in Israel and decided that he was going to do something about it. Saw the need Let God know he was available Allowed God to ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:1-14

Denomination: Nazarene

Signs Of Life: Hill Blocks View Series

Contributed by David Simpson on Sep 1, 2016

There are road signs everywhere we go. This sermon ties in a spiritual meaning with a subdivision road sign. Sometimes an obstacle, or hill, blocks a clear view of God's work in our lives.

Sermon Lanier Christian Church August 28, 2016 David Simpson Sermon Series: Signs of Life Sign: HILL BLOCKS VIEW 2 Corinthians 4:4; Psalm 40:12; 2 KINGS 6:17 I noticed a yield sign this past week and thought of a classic hymn: “Yield Not to Temptation.” So, I decided, for the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:4

Denomination: Christian Church

The Big Picture

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 5, 2017

We must not become distracted with little things that do not matter; we must keep our eye on the big picture.

The Big Picture July 2, 2017 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must not become distracted with little things that do not matter; we must keep our eye on the big picture. Focus Passage: Matthew 24:1-3 Supplemental Passage: "For this is the will of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Chasing The Vultures Away

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Apr 24, 2018

In Genesis 15 vultures come and try to steal Abram's sacrifice. Vultures are always trying to steal the basis of our covenant relationship with God. Some vultures include: lethargy, distractions, human fraility. Shocking end to sermon.

Chasing the Vultures Away This message contains a shocking ending. I’m telling you now, but I don’t think that can fully prepare you for what is ahead. PPT 1 Series title: (Hidden Gems) Last week we began this series and discussed how God has secrets He wants to share. I mentioned the passage in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:7-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Don’t Settle For Good And Miss God!

Contributed by Robert Webb on Jun 2, 2018

Are you slipping and sliding around in the same old mud? We must hold nothing back, and never hold something so close to our heart that keeps us away from the promises of God

Following God requires a life of obedience. Being obedient does not just happen all at once. Our life journey is a process and we are all in different places in our journey. If you are like I am I get frustrated with the process at times when there are delays. Have you ever been stalled in traffic, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Spirit Of Life

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Sep 24, 2018

Stressing the power and presence of God's Holy Spirit.

How many of you have cell phones? Maybe I should ask how many don’t have a cell phone? The average mobile phone user spends 48 minutes/day on their phone. I think that is a conservative estimate. I say that because on any given Sunday morning worship service, I see several of our youth and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"Help, I'm Drowning In Ridicule" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Jul 30, 2013

I read this week that last year over 5000 drivers were killed last year because they were texting on their phones while driving. Lot of people think it’s safe…it’s not. On the average

LIFELINES “Help, I’m Drowning in Ridicule” Nehemiah 6:1-16 If we look carefully at the scripture one of the things that quickly emerges is this fact: life can be a struggle....it is a battle from beginning to end. It doesn’t have to be but many times it is. In the book of ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:1-16, Mark 5:9

Denomination: Baptist

The Unrealized Importance Of Prayer

Contributed by Glynda Lomax on Mar 15, 2022

How often would you pray if you knew all your prayers would be answered? What happens when we don't pray?

Scriptures are KJV As I start this message, a lot of you are probably thinking – oh ANOTHER message about prayer – how boring! I don’t need THIS. But THIS show on Prayer has new stuff in it you really need to hear. Life changing stuff. Definition of Prayer: The Norwegian theologian Ole Hallesby ...read more

Scripture: John 15:7, John 15:8, Daniel 10:12, John 16:24, Luke 11:10, Luke 11:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

To Follow Jesus, We Must Make Down Time Introduction: Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Aug 16, 2021

If machines need some down time to reconnect properly, maybe you and I need some down time to recorrect properly with Jesus.

Introduction: On Thursday, a week ago, our washing machine broke, so I called Southern Appliances and the lady told me to unplug the machine from the wall outlet for sixty seconds then re-plug-it back in. She went on to say that in those electronic machines sometimes a reboot is all it takes. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28

Denomination: Baptist

"don't Let Distractions Stop You"

Contributed by Christopher Arch on May 21, 2020

This was the sixth message in a series on Nehemiah.

Title: Don’t Let Distractions Stop You! Script: Neh. 6 Type: Series Where: GNBC 2-22-15 Intro: Do you have any unfinished projects lying around collecting dust? It’s so easy to get sidetracked isn’t it? I oftentimes have a list of unfinished projects. It takes tenacity to finish what we start ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Our Prayers Do Matter

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Sep 16, 2024

Jesus answered the prayer of a mother and a father whose children were possessed by demons. No circumstance is too difficult for our God. Quotes from Jesus Manifesto, and the book "A Stroke of His Presence"

In Jesus Holy Name September 15, 2024 Text: Mark 9:28,29 Redeemer “Do Our Prayers Matter?” After the healing of the man who was deaf and unable to speak in last week’s gospel lesson ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-29, Matthew 17:14-23

Denomination: Lutheran