Sermons on Lack Of Vision:

The Measure Of Success

Contributed by Betty Johnson on Jun 28, 2012

This is the third in a three sermon series taken from Wayne Schmidt's book, "Ministry Velocity: The Power for Leadership Momentum" as it related to our church moving from a rented facility into a dedicated worship facility.

The Measure of Success Scripture: Joshua 4 What is success? When does it happen? When can we say we have been successful? Two weeks ago, we talked about momentum and how momentum is developed by creating a God-focused movement. And if we create among us, a God-focused movement, how do we ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:1-24

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Monumental Task

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Sep 14, 2012

As we faithfully do what God calls us to do, we will meet Resistance, there will be Rubble to navigate aroundbut; we must rely on God to help us accomplish the task that He has placed before us.

A Monumental Task Nehemiah 2: 9-20 Intro: In my preparation and study this week, I ran across something I would like to share with you this morning. The author of this is unknown but the words will stir your heart. . I am a soldier in the army of my God. The Lord Jesus Christ is my commanding ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:9-20

Denomination: Baptist

A Sermon From Hell

Contributed by Thomas Mccracken on Feb 14, 2012

Hell is a literal place that most preachers shy away from preaching in this current "seeker-sensitive" church culture of ours for fear of offending, and to ensure religious correctness and church growth. In our text we find a man preaching from Hell.

A Sermon from Hell Luke 16:19-31 Introduction: On an airplane a pastor opened his Bible to the story of Jonah and began to study. The man sitting next to him glanced at this pastors reading selection and commented, “Surely you do not believe that a man was actually swallowed by a whale and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

Forging The Future Series

Contributed by Bryan Fink on Feb 18, 2012

To introduce the series of where God wants to take the church this year.

[S] I want to tell you a story that occurred around Christmas around 1980 give or take a year. It was Christmas break in Fort Lupton, Colorado and me and two of my friends had gone duck hunting on the Holton farm which included the North Platte River. A fresh coat of powder snow had fallen ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:10-14

Denomination: Methodist

Nevertheless

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Apr 1, 2017

never underestimate the power of this simple word: Nevertheless is your bridge to the supernatural. Nevertheless puts the power back in Gods hands. Nevertheless activates heaven on your behalf and paralyzes hell.

Help I've got a net breaking boat sinking blessing. ( I've got a too much blessing) It's too much for me. If you would have been on the shore that day, that is what you would have heard Peter yelling to his partners on the shore. But that shouldn’t surprise us, Isn’t that what the bible says: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-9, Luke 5:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Saw The Lord.

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Jun 20, 2019

When we look at the amazing holiness and love of God the whole world looks different.

The Gospel Acording to Isaiah: Part 2 I Saw the Lord Isaiah 6:1-8 March 3, 2012 Rev. Stephen Aram Have you ever heard someone ask the question “Is there nothing sacred anymore?” Have you ever asked it yourself? We are living in an unusual era in the history of the world, an era when ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Point Them To Jesus

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Apr 22, 2020

Churches easily get struck in a rut and decline. John the Baptist serves as a model for vital ministry: focus on Jesus above all else.

Last week we started looking at the ministry of John the Baptist. He was a prophet. He cared for the spiritual health of his nation with all of his heart. He saw clearly what needed to be done and he spoke out what people needed to hear, boldly, without any sugar coating. His boldness was what ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:15-18

It' Not About Us

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Apr 22, 2020

We love our church traditions and are proud of the good things we do. But our calling is to honor Jesus above ourselves and change any tradition to better point people to Jesus, like John the Baptist.

One of the fun parts of the Christmas season is getting letters from old friends and learning how their kids are turning out. Erik, whom I confirmed years ago, is in the Air Force now. Annie is a commercial artist. Allen, who used to get bullied, is a police officer now. Tim is married, with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-17

Investing In Eternity!

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Oct 14, 2019

A Missions sermon: In Acts 16, Paul had a vision which he took to be a call to change his plans and take the Gospel to Europe. We too have a call, and it might change our plans if we take it seriously.

Investing in Eternity! Chuck Sligh September 19, 2021 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the full title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives. TEXT: Acts 16:9-10 – “And a vision ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Mystery Of The Word

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Nov 11, 2020

The first thing every reader should take note of is, this is a revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave Him to show His servants.

The Mystery Of The Word. Revelation 1:1-20NKJV The Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave Him to show His servants—things which must shortly take place. And He sent and signified it by His angel to His servant John, The first thing every reader should take note of is, this is a revelation of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-20, Isaiah 11:2, 2 Peter 3:8-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Greet No One On The Way

Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 8, 2023

Time was short and we couldn’t afford greetings, this is what Jesus meant as greet no one on the way…..

Greet no one on the way… Luke 10:4 “Carry no money belt, no bag, no shoes; and greet no one on the way.” The words of Jesus ‘greet no one on the way’ kind of intrigued me, so I set off thinking… I would like to start off by sharing my testimony, which God reminded me that I did myself, even ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Bones Come Alive

Contributed by Michael Bates on Aug 19, 2024

Do you feel scattered or hopeless? Do you see yourself as a failure? God doesn't see you that way. So, go to Him today. God wants to transform you and give you a new beginning.

The scripture for today's message comes from; Ezekiel 37:1-14 ESV --The hand of the Lord was upon me, and he brought me out in the Spirit of the Lord and set me down in the middle of the valley; it was full of bones. And he led me around among them, and behold, there were very many on the ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Revelation (Part 4) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Feb 28, 2024

In Revelation 5, we encounter the Sealed Scroll, the Slain Savior, and the Singing Scores.

(Part 4) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 10/22/2017 As I’m sure you’re all aware by now, we are four weeks into this exciting adventure through the magnificent and often mysterious book of Revelation. While many see Revelation as an intimidating enigma to be ignored entirely, ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

Revelation (Part 6) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Feb 28, 2024

In Revelation 11, we encounter the Temple, the Testimony, the Tremors, and the Triumph.

(Part 6) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 11/5/2017 If you’ve been with us the last few weeks, you know we are working our way through the exciting, yet enigmatic book of Revelation. Of the sixty-six books of the Bible, none are more imposing or intimidating as the book of ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

Revelation (Part 7) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Feb 28, 2024

In Revelation 12, we encounter the great Wonders, the great Wars, and the great Wrath.

(Part 7) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 11/12/2017 If you’ve been with us the last few weeks, you know we are about half way through the mysterious and melodramatic book of Revelation. I hope this series has been engaging, encouraging and enlightening for you. While ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church