Sermons on Miss:

Missed Opportunities

Contributed by James Capps on Dec 12, 2000

We miss out on the joy of the Lord when we don’t get out of Babylon because we think that’s all there is

Missed Opportunities Ezra 1:5-2:7 We all have opportunities come our way Choices are made on a daily basis Some of those choices are spiritual in nature In this story in Ezra we find the Jews facing a choice in regard to going back to their homeland A. The opportunity they were offered A. The ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Missing The Crown

Contributed by Jerry Flury on May 23, 2002

Many believers live defeated lives and miss the crown or reward that could be theirs if they only lived for Christ.

MISSING THE CROWN I CORINTHIANS 10:1-13 I. Our Salvation is not based on how we live our lives. A. Ephesians 2:8-9 B. "I know I’m going to heaven, not because of what I’ve done but because of what Christ has done for me." C. John Wycliffe, in Christian History, no. 3. "Trust wholly in Christ; ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Missed Inheritance

Contributed by Joe Harding on May 27, 2002

To choose to not be led by the Spirit of God is to miss inheriting the Kingdom of God!

MISSED INHERITANCE GALATIANS 5: 16-26 MAY 19, 2002 INTRODUCTION: Star Wars mania! Do you remember the story line? Do you remember “The Force?” Do you remember the struggle between Darth Vader and Luke Skywalker? What was the problem and what did Darth Vader offer his son? The Dark side of the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: Baptist

Missing The Boat

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Feb 28, 2005

Why do so many seem to miss the hour of visitation? Why do we fail to receive the good things God has for us?

30, January 2004 Dakota Community Church Missing the Boat Introduction: When we take communion I always point this out. Jesus came to the people who were waiting for Him and yet they missed Him. In spite of all the attention grabbing signs, in spite of healings, in spite of miracles, in spite of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:29-34

Denomination: Mennonite

Missing Persons Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 30, 2005

Paul was sorely missed when he departed from Ephesus--because of his MANNER of life, his MESSAGE, and his MOTTO. Link included for formatted text, handout, and PowerPoint Template.

Missing Persons Acts 20:36-38 Will you be missed when you are gone? We were glad you missed us this past weekend. It makes us feel needed to know it makes a difference when we are absent. The Apostle Paul spent 3 years w/ these believers in Ephesus, and it was very sad for them to see him go. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:36-38

Denomination: Baptist

The Missing Multitude

Contributed by Andy Patterson on Mar 16, 2005

I firmly believe Jesus is coming,and the Church is going!

The Missing Multitude! Matthew 16:24 - 28/ Rev 7:9 - 17 There is coming a day in which the Lord is coming again, I firmly believe that this is no myth nor legend but the truth of the word of God, * His Coming is IMINENT * His Coming will be INCREDIBLE * His Coming has many IMPLICATIONS * At ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24

Denomination: Baptist

Missing God

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Aug 22, 2007

A wednesday night call to not miss God in our lives and the life of the church

MISSING GOD Numbers 13-14 * Have you ever considered what it is that God wants for this world, this community, this church, or you? Now, not just a passing thought, but have you ever sat and meditated on it. We say that God wants the best for us and yet, do we believe it, do we live like it? * It ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Missed Opportunities

Contributed by Tim Shepard on Apr 8, 2008

This sermon is about some basics of prayer that we as Christians seem to have forgotten.

Missed Opportunities It happened only a few weeks ago. The normal time for prayer came in the service. I had asked for requests. Only one person raised their hand. And so I proceeded with the prayer itself. But the moment I was finished praying hands shot up all over the sanctuary. It ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-14

Denomination: *other

Not One Is Missing Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 18, 2007

Apostles, Pt. 21

NOT ONE IS MISSING (JOHN 20:19-31) I had lost a lot of things besides my shampoo and swimming trunks in gym. One was a set of keys I lost inside a hotel room on a trip. No maid entered my room but I could not find it again after seeing it in the morning. Another was my driver’s license on my way to ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Missing The Point Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 1, 2008

The Pharisees were worried about healing on the Sabbath, but missed the very work of God in their presence.

Missing the Point Mark 3:1-6 Mark 3:1 (HCSB) Now He entered the synagogue again, and a man was there who had a paralyzed hand. Situational Awareness - Jesus entered the temple - To direct others to God’s presence - Teaching - Revealing God’s power - A paralyzed hand - The opportunity ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Papa's Missing! Series

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Jul 16, 2008

That great theologian, Lucille Ball, was asked to comment on why American families were falling apart. Her response: “Papa’s missing. Things are falling apart because Papa’s gone. If Papa were here, he’d fix it.” Here’s what Papa means to the family!

Papa’s Missing That great theologian, Lucille Ball, was asked to comment on why American families were falling apart. Her response: “Papa’s missing. Things are falling apart because Papa’s gone. If Papa were here, he’d fix it.” National surveys indicate that the younger generations are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 8:18

Denomination: Church Of God

Missed It By That Much Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 20, 2008

One of Maxwell Smart’s common phrases was "I missed it by that much." That was funny on a sitcom, but in the real world - and in the spiritual world - that can be deadly.

OPEN: Video of Maxwell Smart ending in “missed it by that much” Back in the 60’s the spies on TV and in the movies were heroes. Whether it was James Bond, Matt Helm, Napoleon Solo, or the cast from Mission Impossible - they were suave and resourceful, capable of escaping danger and death with ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:10-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Missing The Party

Contributed by Gerald Albers on Oct 1, 2008

I would like us to study the parable of the prodigal son considering our own relationship with God, centering our lives on Jesus, and having intimacy with the Father. Oftentimes, our anger and refusal to "join the party," as it were, causes us to miss muc

MISSING THE PARTY Luke 15:25-32 ________________________________________ On New Year’s Day 1963, USC played Wisconsin in the Rose Bowl. The Wisconsin quarterback, Ron VanderKelen, was one of the all-time great college quarterbacks. I was fourteen years old at the time, and our family was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:25-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Missing Element

Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 1, 2008

This powerful message will help you to understand why you need the Holy Spirit and how to receive the Holy Spirit!

“The Missing Element” I. Introduction A missing element can make a world of difference. When something crucial is missing it can have devastating effects. If you don’t believe that ask: a. A Chemist b. Your mother when she is trying to make bread and discovers that the recipe calls for yeast ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Missing Peace

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Oct 14, 2008

How can we have peace with God? The text gives us the answer - "Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ".

1. A POSITION "Therefore being justified by faith" What is justification? Just-as-if-I’d-never-sinned When we place our faith in Christ alone, God the Father treats us as if we had never sinned. Remember that justification is by faith. It is obtained not attained. In the previous chapter Paul ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1