Sermons on Keeping Vision:

The Character Of A Disciple: Compassion Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Jun 13, 2018

I love Jesus’ parables. Sometimes they’re like exploding birthday cakes. Sometimes they’re like a mirror. Sometimes they’re like an onion. And sometimes, like Jesus’ parable of “The Good Samaritan,” they can be all three.

I love Jesus’ parables. Sometimes they’re like exploding birthday cakes. Sometimes they’re like a mirror. Sometimes they’re like an onion. And sometimes, like Jesus’ parable of “The Good Samaritan,” they can be all three. [Read Luke 10:25-37] Let’s begin to examine the different layers of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37, 1 John 3:17-18

Denomination: United Methodist

The God Of Genesis Part 1 Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Jul 5, 2014

Our God is Creator He Continues with New Creation His creative power is reason for Praise His pre-existence is provides Him power to predict Because He created the cosmos, He is able to keep a covenant

Illustration: [SLIDE 2] Two little boys were excessively mischievous. They were always getting into trouble and their parents knew that if any mischief occurred in their town their sons were probably involved. The boys’ mother heard that a pastor in town was good at disciplining children, so ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: *other

I Lift My Eyes Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jun 13, 2023

This Psalm reveals God, creator of the universe watches over the individual. Here is a Psalm that if taken to heart will strengthen our prayer life, our faith and bring a sense of peace. The key is knowing that we need God.

Do you have any memories of feeling secure? For me it was coming home from Grandma’s house late and tired. I was laying down in the back seat of the car knowing that with my dad at the wheel and my mom beside him I would wake up at home. Then there would be the transition from the backseat of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

To Attain The Promise - Avoid These Pitfalls

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Mar 1, 2023

In this journey of faith, God’s promises stand sure and His timing perfect. Sometimes, we get side-tracked and miss out on the blessings. This sermon will teach us how to avoid pitfalls and stay on course.

Our meditation for today is based on 2 Corinthians 9:8, “And God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work:” (KJV) The Lord is able to keep us from falling, to deliver us from all kinds of hardships, to raise us ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:8, Romans 4:21, Exodus 3:8, Numbers 11:1, Exodus 14:19-20, Deuteronomy 8:4, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Numbers 11:4-6, 1 Timothy 6:7-8, Numbers 16:1-3, Romans 13:1-2, Numbers 16:24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Call To God And He Will Answer You

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 7, 2014

To show that when we call upon GOD in a prayer, GOD answers and show things to us through His WORDS. He will never keep silent just spend time in the WORD.

I. EXORDIUM: Does GOD answers prayers? YES, Absolutely. There's more! II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that when we call upon GOD in a prayer, GOD answers and show things to us through His WORDS. He will never keep silent just spend time in the WORD. IV. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 33:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Fox In Our Hood

Contributed by Joe Rowland on Jul 4, 2009

We live in a day of the Prophetic. I believe in God given dreams and God given Visions, and I believe in God given Prophesy. For the real there is also the false. The Bible tells me that there will be false Prophets that will arise and will decieve.

A Fox In Our Hood Ezekiel 13:1-6 1 And the word of the LORD came unto me, saying, 2 Son of man, prophesy against the prophets of Israel that prophesy, and say thou unto them that prophesy out of their own hearts, Hear ye the word of the LORD; 3 Thus saith the Lord GOD; Woe unto the foolish ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 13:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Best For Both Worlds Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 15, 2017

part of our mission and vision involves "All-In Discipleship." This can only occur when we realize we are IN the world but not OF the world. In fact, the world is in a serious battle with God, His Son, His Spirit, and His people.

1. A Challenge in Preaching Every Week – the Needs of Each Member a. “Feed me,” – I am hungering to hear from God. b. “Minister to Me,” – I am hurting because of: *Illness in my family *Illness I am facing *Death in my family or a friend *Employment Stresses *Bad Decisions c. “Help me feel ...read more

Scripture: John 17:14-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Debate Over The Sabbath Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Apr 19, 2017

Jesus remained under attack from the Pharisees. Their demands for adherence to unbiblical standards clouded their vision and desire for Christ. Sadly these attitudes remain today. While we must adhere to doctrine, the Lord affords liberty through grace.

Debate over the Sabbath Mark 2: 23-28 Have you dealt with a season in life when others acted as if you could do nothing right? Surely we have experienced times when people criticized our efforts or challenged our motives. It seems as if everything we tried to accomplish was met with skepticism and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:23-28

Denomination: Baptist

The 7 Reasons We Should Focus On Numerical Growth Series

Contributed by Brett Crosson on Feb 12, 2019

Every church should have SOULS BEING SAVED and CHURCH GROWTH as part of their vision. Jesus died for the world, and now he sends us out to tell the nations about Him and what He has done.

SO, WHY NUMERICAL GROWTH? Why should we be concerned about numbers? There are seven main reasons: The Command of Scripture The Cost of a Soul The Caution of Scripture The Compassion of the Saviour The Call to Sinners The Conviction of the Saints The Crown of the Soul-winner 1. THE COMMAND OF ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Facing The Giants

Contributed by Michael Wilson on Nov 26, 2006

This sermon is based on the clip from Facing the Giants. It’s deals with vision and whole-hearted commitment. You can get the clip from SermonSpice.com (http://www.sermonspice.com/videos/2488/wholehearted/).

Facing the Giants Introduction Proverbs 29:18 What is vision: the act or power of anticipating that which will or may come to be: prophetic vision; the vision of an entrepreneur. Key questions --Why do you get up every day? --What keeps you going through tough times? --What motivates and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Charismatic

Leaving Egypt Behind

Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Sep 8, 2001

Prepare, Don’t Wait, Keep Watch. These three elements of the Passover are commemorated in each of us as we continue to leave Egypt behind.

Paul Harvey tells the story of an old man and the gulls: “It is gratitude that prompted an old man to visit an old broken pier on the eastern seacoast of Florida. Every Friday night, until his death in 1973, he would return, walking slowly and slightly stooped with a large bucket of shrimp. The sea ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

The Importance Of Just A Few Years Series

Contributed by Doug Johnston on Mar 5, 2001

We must keep hoping in God’s help for us in the face of difficult odds, just as Moses’ mother did in her day.

Series: Building My Family Title: The Importance of Just a Few Years 5 And the daughter of Pharoah came... and when she saw the ark among the flags, she sent her maid to fetch it. 6 ….She had compassion on him, and said, This is one of the Hebrews’ children. 7 Then said his sister to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Do You Have A Clean Conscience

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 7, 2001

To lead the people to understand that those who keep a clear conscience before God will continue to enjoy His blessings despite their outward circumstances.

Unit 11 – Hard Times Lesson 30 – Joseph, A Prisoner in Egypt – Genesis 39:21-40:23 1. Aim: To lead the people to understand that those who keep a clear conscience before God will continue to enjoy His blessings despite their outward circumstances. 2. Explanation of the Aim: When people falsely ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hope In God's Resolutions Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Dec 29, 2003

Unlike us humans who fail to keep our New Year’s resolutions, God’s resolutions are dependable and shall be fulfilled.

Sermon for 2 Christmas Yr C, 4/01/2003 Based on Jer 31:7-14 By Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson, pastor of Grace Lutheran Church & chaplain of the Good Samaritan Society’s South Ridge Village, Medicine Hat, Alberta It is not uncommon for many people, this time of year (even though we’re still celebrating ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:7-14

Denomination: Lutheran

A Priceless Or Pointless Religion! (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Daniel Colvin on Jan 6, 2004

The Lord speaks to us through James and shows us the important things we should be aware of to keep us from a hypocritical religion.

A Priceless or Pointless religion! (Part 1) James 1:21-27 Introduction Calvin Coolidge attended church alone because of the sickness of Mrs. Coolidge. When he arrived back home he went up to his wife’s room to see how she was feeling. She promptly reassured him she was doing fine, and asked him if ...read more

Scripture: James 1:21

Denomination: Pentecostal