Sermons on Mute:

Holy Masks

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 3, 2025

True worship begins when performance ends; Jesus frees us from religion’s stage to live honestly before the Father who sees in secret.

If you’ve ever stood backstage before the curtain rises, you know that trembling hush—the buzz, the heartbeat, the thought: Will they like it? That’s performance. And you don’t need a theater to feel it. The biggest stage ever built fits in our pockets. Every post, every selfie, every opinion ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14, Isaiah 29:13, Matthew 23:27, John 4:23

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Which Nobody Can Deny Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Oct 10, 2001

This is a sermon from a series I preached on Nehemiah’s one holy passion, the glory of God.

One Holy Passion Nehemiah 6:15-19 April 22, 2001 ¡§Which Nobody can Deny¡¨ What a difference 9 months makes! Ask any woman who has ever had a baby¡Xor ask Nehemiah, either one! From Nehemiah receiving the report, until the time that the walls were completed, only nine months had elapsed¡Xand ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:15-19

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Having Doubts Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 20, 2005

It was part of Jesus’ plan to slowly reveal His true purpose and nature - and this chapter reveals to us that even though we have doubts, Jesus is there to help us believe!

For more Bible studies and an audio copy of this message go to: http://www.livingwatersweb.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=54&Itemid=101&TapeNumber=2004-011 Sometimes people say "if I could just see Jesus face to face, then I’d believe." Perhaps that’s true - and Jesus did reveal ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:1-29

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Reporter's Gospel

Contributed by Tom Fuller on May 22, 2006

Luke presents Jesus as a man, yet with a miraculous birth. Chapter 1 brings us a transition from Old to New Covenants, and two ways of receiving God’s Word - which way do you respond?

As many of you know, I worked for many years in the television industry as a reporter. It was a fun job for a while - you got to do things and meet people that you normally wouldn’t. I met presidents and famous actors, rode in helicopters perched on the sides of snow covered mountains, stood in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-80

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Love Does Not Brag And Is Not Arrogant Series

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Sep 11, 2004

This is an in-depth look at how pride is contrary to truly loving God and our neighbor. We examine how pride is often manifested in our lives.

Arrogance or pride (which often leads to bragging) cannot co-exist with love. Arrogance is having or showing an exaggerated opinion of one’s own importance, merit, ability, accomplishments, etc. It is being conceited. It leads to having and demonstrating contempt for others. Jesus stated that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We Are His Hands

Contributed by Tom Evans on Mar 28, 2001

Greatness in the kingdom of heaven is recognized by simple acts of kindness.

We Are His Hands Michael Jordan is considered by some to be the greatest athlete of all time. He finished his star-studded career with a stellar performance. Time was winding down on the NBA championship game. The Chicago Bulls were down by one basket. The ball was passed to Jordan. Jordan ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-40

Denomination: Adventist

Redemptive Suffering.

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Jun 2, 2001

Year C. The Holy Trinity Sunday June 10th, 2001 Romans 5: 1-5

Year C. The Holy Trinity Sunday June 10th, 2001 Romans 5: 1-5 Title: “Redemptive suffering.” Paul has been making the case for his doctrine of “justification by faith.” Thus far it has been both a theological and a legal argument and rather technical. Now, he puts the same ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

Eternal Conspirators Series

Contributed by Kyle Meador on Nov 28, 2000

If God is not involving you in changing someone's eternal destiny, could it be because you're not asking him to?

When they came to the other disciples, they saw a large crowd around them and the teachers of the law arguing with them. As soon as all the people saw Jesus, they were overwhelmed with wonder and ran to greet him. "What are you arguing with them about?" he asked. A man in the crowd answered, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18-20, Mark 9:14-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Life Of Quiet Brokenness

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Dec 11, 2000

Living with brokenness, living with suffering

"A Life of Quiet Brokenness" Romans 8:18-25 We gather in worship, in prayer, in meditation to make personal the life, the suffering, the death, the resurrection of Jesus Christ. We come with our struggle of making Jesus someone who is real and alive for us in this day and age. We come with ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-25

Denomination: Lutheran

Torched By An Angel

Contributed by Joe Jones on Jan 21, 2002

Though Matt and Mark give us info on the birth of Christ, I really like the way Luke describes it…Luke takes the approach of a NYC entertainment critic as he gets into the meat of the story

“Torched By an Angel” Dec 9, 2001 Though Matt and Mark give us info on the birth of Christ, I really like the way Luke describes it…Luke takes the approach of a NYC entertainment critic as he gets into the meat of the story The way Luke tells it, events surrounding Jesus’ birth resembled a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Going On A Little Further

Contributed by Gary Merillat on Mar 16, 2002

Using Jesus Gethsemane experience of "going on a little further" He is seen as going further in compassion, commitment and courage.

Going on a Little Further Matthew 26:39 Introduction Illustration: Gordon MacDonald said, “You can tell whether you are becoming a servant by how you act when people treat you like one.” How do you react when you are treated like a servant? I must confess that my reaction isn’t always a prime ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lord, Open Our Ears!

Contributed by Charles Degner on Jul 30, 2003

Jesus still opens the ears of the deaf, those who are hard of hearing when it comes to the Word of God!

Mark 7: 31-37 September 7, 1997 Rev. Charles Degner Pentecost 16 Mark 7:31-37 Then Jesus left the vicinity of Tyre and went through Sidon, down to the Sea of Galilee and into the region of the Decapolis. 32 There some people brought to him a man who was deaf and could hardly talk, and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:31-37

Denomination: Lutheran

Does The Devil Know Your Name?

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 6, 2003

The devil still knows who the true belivers are.

Does The Devil Know Your Name? July 13, 2003 Acts 19:11-16 Chester’s FBC, Chester, Illinois Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A New York City businessman moved to the country and bought a piece of land. He went to the local feed and livestock store and talked to the proprietor about ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

Why Are Some Christian Women Living In Hell?

Contributed by Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks on Jun 4, 2003

This is message directed to married Christian women who do not have joy in their marriage relationships and are wondering what can they do now?

Evangelist Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks THE MINISTRY OF S.A.R.A.H. (SERENITY*ATONEMENT*RESTORATION & HEALING) LYONS, GEORGIA JUNE 2003 PRAYER: Heavenly Father, I prayed years ago to You, asking You to use me according to Your will and plan for my life. Lord I know that there have been times ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-11, Psalm 64:10

Denomination: Baptist

"Seize The Moment”and "Live Life To The Fullest”

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Feb 18, 2003

God does’nt want us to waste our lives away. He wants us to live every day of our lives with a purpose. He wants you to find your purpose in life,forget your past, and face the present. Say yes Lord and believe, He did it before and He’ll do it again.

“Seize The Moment”And “Live Life to the Fullest” Phil. 3:7-16 Pastor Greg Mc Donald A young soldier and his commanding officer got on a train together. The only available seats were across from an attractive young women who was traveling with her grandmother. As they engaged in pleasant ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-16