Sermons on Jacob Vision:

Be Thou My Vision

Contributed by Dustin T Parker on Apr 2, 2010

On Good friday - a unique perspective on the cross

Concordia Lutheran Church Good Friday, Tennebrae April 2, 2010 Be Thou My Vision! † In Jesus Name † As we contemplate the cross, may we know the gifts of mercy and love that were delivered there, to us. And may we envision and grasp the height, the depth, the breadth and width of the love of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:42-43

Denomination: Lutheran

The Vision, The Thorn, And The Grace Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 17, 2010

Paul learned to accept his thorn in the flesh as a gift from God, and allowed it to bless and benefit his life.

Introduction: A. I want to start with a true story that illustrates the overall lesson I hope we will learn today. B. The story is told of a 10-year-old boy who decided to study Judo despite the fact that he had lost his left arm in a devastating car accident. 1. The boy began lessons with an old ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Vision For The Church: Worship

Contributed by James Chandler on Jun 30, 2015

What role should worship play in the life of the church? This message looks at the very first time the word "worship" appears in the Bible. Genesis 22, Abraham is tested and commanded to sacrifice his son Isaac. It was an act of real worship.

A vision for the Church: Worship Genesis 22 We have looked at other elements in the vision for the church: To see the lost saved- evangelism To see Christians mature- discipleship To see the church one- fellowship To see the world changed- service To see Christi exalted- worship Today we ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A New Vision Of God

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 19, 2015

The restoration of Job.

A NEW VISION OF GOD. Job 42:1-6. The prose narrative bookends of the epic poem which is the Book of Job provide us at either end with the same judgment of Job’s character. Twice in the first two chapters the LORD taunts Satan with the integrity of Job (Job 1:8; Job 2:3). Twice Satan questions ...read more

Scripture: Job 42:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Embracing New Vision

Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 25, 2014

Annual message on new vision for the church

Embracing New Vision Proverbs 29:18 January 5, 2014 Morning Service Where there is no vision, the people perish. Proverbs 29:18 * Where there is no vision, there is no life * Where there is no vision, there is no future * Where there is no vision, there is no hope * Where there is no vision, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Church Of God

Vision 2014 And Beyond

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jan 2, 2014

God is calling the Body of Christ in 2014 and beyond to (i) Be the WATCHMEN for the DYING NATION (ii) Be the PROPHETS to the DYING GENERATION and (iii) Be the PREACHERS/MESSENGERS to the DYING WORLD.

Opening illustration: Many of us appreciate the Robertson family’s strong commitment to biblical principles and their refusal to back down under intense media pressure over Phil Robertson’s comments in a recent interview on moral values. As the Robertson controversy winds down - at ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 6:16-19, James 5:8-11, Romans 10:13-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gaining A Worldwide Vision

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 7, 2014

What happened in this passage is of critical importance to church history. The events in this passage need to be studied by every church and every body of believers.

MAR 17 2013PM Gaining a Worldwide Vision Acts 11: 1-18 Usually as we begin each study, I lead in to the message with the ending of the previous week’s message. I don’t have to do that tonight because our passage comes from Acts 11: 1-18 and in it, Peter recaps the whole episode. So ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Vision Of God's Throne

Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 19, 2015

Revelation 4:1-4 The Throne and the Lamb The Invitation From Heaven God on his Throne *Absolute Sovereignty *Indescribable Glory

The Throne and The Lamb The Vision of God's Throne Revelation 4:1-4 We are starting a new series today, “The Throne and the Lamb,” based on Revelation chapters four and five. Chapter four picks up where we left off last summer, John writing to seven churches and encouraging them in ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Vision Beyond Jerusalem

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Sep 25, 2015

This sermon establishes the church must look beyond its doors, city, and state. It has to extend its vision and mission to fulfill the Great Commission. This lesson also discusses the expansion of the gospel of Christ beyond Jerusalem into the Gentile nations by men of color.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Commission of Barnabas 2. The Consolation of Barnabas 3. The Character of Barnabas 1Introductory Remarks. 1. After the conversion of Cornelius and the persecution that arose due to Stephen's Stoning, the gospel reached other cities beyond Jerusalem. Men traveled as ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Vision From Heaven

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 9, 2015

A Vision From Heaven

Daniel 10:10 - 21 A Vision From Heaven - 1. The Cost in Prayer - 10 -14 (a) The Troubled Man 8 Therefore I was left alone, and saw this great vision, and there remained no strength in me: for my comeliness was turned in me into corruption, and I retained no strength. (b) The Trembling ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 10:10-21

Denomination: Holiness

Clarity Produces Vision Series

Contributed by Shawn Bouldin on Mar 17, 2012

Jesus gives clarity that produces vision which inspires His people to connect with their destiny.

Clarity Produces Vision by Pastor Shawn Bouldin Proverbs 29:18 amp 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. Why Vision? Brings growth, production, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-53

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

20/20 Vision

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Apr 23, 2012

A church is headed nowhere until it has a clear vision

20/20 Vision 2 Chronicles 20:20 What is the most common surgery performed in the US? According to the US Department of Health and Human Services, the most common surgery is: Lens and cataract procedures… specifically- laser eye surgery People want their vision restored to 20/20 When it ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:20

Denomination: Baptist

The Vision Of The Apostle Paul

Contributed by R. Escoanyelin Ortiz on Dec 9, 2011

PAUL'S VISION OF CHRIST

TODAY, OUR THEOLOGIANS NEED A VISION OF A GREATER CHRISTOLOGY. WHO IS CHRIST? WHO IS THIS PERSON CALLED CHRIST? PAUL HAD A REVOLUTIONARY VISION OF THE PERSON OF CHRIST. HE DESCRIBES THIS HOLY VISION IN COLOSSIANS 1:12-19. CHRIST WAS THE VISION OF THE APOSTLE PAUL. CHRIST AS THE CENTER AND CHRIST AS ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:12-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Is Our Vision? Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jan 3, 2012

So many churches have so many 'irons' in the fire that they simply forget or begin to ignore the 'reason' they are even here... to make disciples! Our vision for 2012 must be focused on the ONE thing God has commissioned us as believers to do... make disc

Sermon Brief Date Written: January 3, 2012 Date Preached: January 1, 2012 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: New Year’s Day Sermon Sermon Title: What’s Our Vision? Sermon Text: Proverbs 29:18 [ESV] “…18 Where there is no prophetic ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Baptist

The Vision, The Venture, & The Victory Series

Contributed by James Lee on Dec 4, 2015

I would like to thank Pastor Jerry Shirley for sharing this series on Acts. It has been a blessing as well as a great help. I have used these for our church, as I spend my days caring for my dying father.

The Vision, The Venture, & The Victory Acts 16:6-15 Paul chose Silas as his ministry partner, and headed out on his 2nd missionary journey. The trip has barely begun when something interesting happens. Look in verses 6-7. This happened because they were sensitive to the leading of The Holy Spirit. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist