Sermons on Dull Of Hearing:

A Parable Of Chutzpah

Contributed by Robert Leroe on May 3, 2015

We need to approach prayer with a sense of bold, unhesitating urgency--with chutzpah. We have no worries--unlike the grumpy, groggy neighbor, God never slumbers and is always happy to hear from us.

Jesus gave His disciples the Model Prayer, and followed with a story about someone in need of “daily bread,” a parable that conveys the attitude our prayers should have—we should approach God an unhesitating sense of urgency. The story was a common situation for our Lord’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Congregational

The Importance Of God's Family Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 21, 2016

Jesus offers a definitive spiritual truth that being a part of God's family is critical. It shows the world who we belong to, and if we belong to God, we will hear and do what He says.

The importance of God’s Family John 8:31-47 Introduction - Conversations continue: people to Jesus to the people - They’ve questions on validity of His power - Read John 8:31-47 / Pray ∆ Point 1 – Importance of Family - Abraham doesn’t save -- V32 ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Herd Mentality!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Dec 16, 2014

Wrong does not become right just because everybody is doing it! Are you listening? Friend, I often hear this slogan: “I am doing it because everybody is doing it.”

Everybody is doing it! Exodus 23:2”Do not follow the crowd in doing wrong. When you give testimony in a lawsuit, do not pervert justice by siding with the crowd” Wrong does not become right just because everybody is doing it! Are you listening? Friend, I often hear this slogan: ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 23:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Voice Of Wisdom Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 2, 2021

This is God's method. He makes the truth that people need to know available to all the people, and not just to the great and mighty. The voice of wisdom is shouting for all to hear. Whatever is wise is the voice of God.

"Integrity and wisdom are essential to success in this business," said the boss to the new employee. He said, "Integrity means that when you promise a customer something, you keep that promise, even if we loose money." "And what is wisdom," asked the employee? ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:20-29

The Storm Before The Calm

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Apr 4, 2021

The storm before the calm. Normally we hear this said the other way around. Though there are times when there is the calm before the storm, in the case of Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection, the storm came before the calm.

THE STORM BEFORE THE CALM The storm before the calm. Normally we hear this said the other way around. Though there are times when there is the calm before the storm, in the case of Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection, the storm came before the calm. 1) The crucifixion-the storm. The storm ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-54, Psalm 83:14-16, John 20:10-20, John 14:27, Job 30:22, 1 Peter 1:3-7, 1 Corinthians 15:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Not By Bread Alone

Contributed by Ryan Ferwerda on Mar 15, 2019

In the Gospel lesson from the 1st Sunday of Lent we hear Jesus say that a person does not live by bread alone. How often do we do that in our own lives however?

“‘BOMB CYCLONE’ BLASTS THROUGH CENTRAL US”[i] This was a Thursday morning headline from CNN’s website, highlighting the historic late winter storm that swept across a great portion of the central part of the United States during the middle of this week that saw lots of people being affected by ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 26:1-11, Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Are We Listening?

Contributed by Darrin Fish on Sep 2, 2015

Effective listening involves more than just our ears, When we hear the Word of God, Through a Sermon, Lesson, Reading Scripture, We have to listen with every part of our being

Did you know that in the average lifetime (80 yrs.) • A person will listen to roughly 3,400 Sunday morning sermons • Saved at 15 till the time they are 80 – 65 years of Sermons • And of those 3400 Sermons they would hear a variety of subjects • Salvation, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:29-30

Denomination: Christian Church

Do You Know Who You Are? Series

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Apr 22, 2021

You are not unworthy, you are not unloved, you are not incapable, and you are not a disappointment. Hear these words today. You are blessed, you are holy, you are loved, you are capable, and you are strong. Because you are a child of God.

Do You Know Who You Are? “I will praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; marvelous and your works, and that my soul knows very well.” - Psalm 139:14 Maya Angelou, an American poet and Civil Rights Activist, once said “When I found that . . . I was a child of God, when I understood ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Outline Of Acts 10

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jan 1, 2022

Acts 10 has the story of Cornelius, one of the first Gentiles to hear and believe the Gospel. This outline, in a "talking paper" format, gives notes on the chapter. Feel free to use this as the Lord leads!

Introduction: Acts 10 has the story of Cornelius, a Roman centurion, who did many good things but had never experienced genuine salvation. The Holy Spirit, working through several people, arranged for Cornelius and others to hear the Gospel, and believe it. Look how many did so! 1 The prologue: ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Motivating The Complacent Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jan 7, 2022

When a ministry grows, there will be those who will hear of the great harvest taking place; but when they see the work that it entails, they will wait for someone else to do the job, hoping to benefit from the hard work of others.

When we communicate a compelling vision for our church and community, we will start seeing people join our fellowship. They will hear of the blessings of the Promised Land and want to become a part of it; however, not everyone will partake of the rewards. It won’t just happen automatically ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 18:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Gospel Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Sep 23, 2020

We've all hear the term "gospel" and we know it is "good news", so let's examine why this news is so life changing.

The Gospel • Before the fall – fellowship with God • God gives his instruction – Genesis 2:16-17 • Sin o Entered the world through Adam and Eve – Genesis 3:1-19 ? Naked and exposed • Covered by the shedding of blood – Genesis 3:21 ? The curse - death o The Law ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:9, Genesis 3:21, Romans 10:9-10, John 3:16, Matthew 4:17, Ephesians 2:8-9, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Romans 6:5, 1 Corinthians 15:54-56, John 20:11-20, Ephesians 1:13, Ephesians 1:7, Matthew 27:46, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Luke 1:30-31, Matthew 1:18-21, Isaiah 53:4-6, Genesis 3:15, Romans 3:23, Leviticus 17:11, Romans 5:9, Genesis 2:16-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christmas Eve Celebration

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 22, 2021

Promise made, promise kept. When you hear these words, you can draw an arch from the Old Testament to the New Testament. For the Old Testament is the promise made and the New Testament is the promise kept.

Merry Christmas to your family and your family. We are grateful you are joining us for our Christmas Eve celebration. We are delighted to have you join us this evening. I love hearing the strings celebrate Christmas for us and this team did not disappoint. Christmas is celebrated for many ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:31-35, Matthew 4:12-16, Isaiah 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

The Leader And Renewal Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 20, 2015

The work’s finished! The people flock back into Jerusalem to celebrate. The people demand that God’s word be read to them! They show their renewed hunger for hearing God’s word.

Sermon by Rev George Hemmiongs I have great news this morning. Wonderful news. The building project’s over! The work’s finished! It seemed impossible, but it’s happened. The builders have been hard at it, working night and day. Despite all those naysayers, despite all the ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-12

Denomination: Anglican

What Or Who You Exhibit In Your Life Defines Who You Are

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Jul 29, 2018

You are defined by what people see you do or hear you say. And your definition is always connected to a person, place or thing. This tells what or who you represent to those defining you.

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: WHAT OR WHO YOU EXHIBIT IN YOUR LIFE DEFINES WHO YOU ARE Acts 14:8-12 King James Version (KJV) 8 And there sat a certain man at Lystra, impotent in his feet, being a cripple from his mother's womb, who never had walked: 9 The same heard Paul speak: ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:8-12

Denomination: Charismatic

A Big Misunderstanding Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Nov 29, 2017

There are times when we see and yet do not actually perceive; there are times when we hear, but fail to listen. Such was the case with the disciples. They thought Jesus was speaking of physical bread, but He was conveying spiritual truth.

A Big Misunderstanding Mark 8: 10-21 Our text today immediately follows the miraculous feeding of the 4,000. Jesus departed from their midst to another region near the Sea of Galilee, and is quickly met with more opposition and doubt. I am well aware that our Lord came to earth, being fully God ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:10-21

Denomination: Baptist