Sermons on Near Sighted:

Preparing For Easter: An Outline For "Preparing For Easter: The Journey To Emmaus”

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Apr 18, 2023

Two disciples left Jerusalem, sad, but met a Special Person as they walked towards Emmaus, about seven miles away. This Special Person was the Risen Lord, Jesus Himself!

(Full disclosure, Sermon Central has accepted and posted a message of mine on this text called “After Easter: On the Road to Emmaus” but this is a different message, not merely a copy and paste of the original message.) Introduction: After Jesus was crucified, He rose from the dead on Resurrection ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Baptist

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Contributed by Nate Herbst on Jan 8, 2009

Staying on Fire for God is a struggle but it is also possible: this message will encourage you practically about how to stay passionate for Him!

Not growing cold Lots of verses - 2 reasons - 1) scripture interpret scripture, 2) for you to learn them. Take notes on what impacts you. 1. What a year! a. Our theme verse - i. James 4:8 - “Draw near to God and He will draw near to you.” 1. I hope you’ve grown a ton this year. 2. I hope ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Your Next Step

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Jan 6, 2009

Taking the next step God has for you is vital to your growth; so how do you know what that step is our how to take it?

Major misconceptions in modern Christianity. Going deeper: Getting fed: Growing closer: Knowledge vs. Action. 1 Cor.8:1 – Knowledge makes arrogant, but love edifies. James 1:22 - Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says. The action is the next step. 1 ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Pursuit Of Holiness

Contributed by Ralf Bergmann on Jun 26, 2002

Blind Bartimaeus knew who Jesus is and what He can do. Bartimaeus stopped at nothing to receive his blessing from Jesus - How about us?

Sermon Title: The Pursuit of Holiness Scripture: Mark 10:46-52 Wesleyan Community Church Terry, Mississippi Sunday Morning – June 30, 2002 Scripture Introduction: I think the chorus that we just sang, “Shout to the Lord”, is one of my favorites. We have reason to shout if we have Jesus as our ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: *other

Desperately Distant From God

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 13, 2012

God invites us to Him, yet so many stay away.

Desperately Distant from God February 1, 2009 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: God invites us to Him, yet so many stay away. Focus Passage: Exodus 20:18-21 Introduction: One time many years ago, the king of Hungary found himself depressed and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:18-21

Denomination: Baptist

The God Who Opens The Eyes Of The Blind Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 12, 2025

God is able to open both physical and spiritual eyes, bringing light and understanding where darkness once ruled.

THE GOD WHO OPENS THE EYES OF THE BLIND By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 9:1-11 Key Verse: “He answered and said, A man that is called Jesus made clay, and anointed mine eyes, and said unto me, Go to the pool of Siloam, and wash: and I went and washed, and I received sight.” — John ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Close To The Cross, But Far From Christ? You Don't Have To Be.

Contributed by Scott Sharpes on Mar 1, 2004

During those last days of Christ, there are many who were close to the cross, yet chose to be far from Christ. Asks the questions, "How close am I?" Powerful closing illustration: True Story

Title: Close to the Cross, But Far From Christ? You Don’t Have to Be! 03/2004 West Side Text: Matthew 27:29-56 and Luke 23:26-29 A.M. Service Purpose: Asks the question: How Close Am I? ******************************************************* Introduction: A. Open with personal comments about Mel ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:29-56, Luke 23:26-29

Denomination: Nazarene

Revelation Chapter 4 The Throne Of God Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Jun 30, 2004

Rev Study Step by Step Chapter 4 THE THRONE ROOM OF GOD

REVELATION CHAPTER 4 The Throne of God The Lord’s personal message to the individual churches is now over. He has told them who He is, pointed out their failures, and warned and counseled them to correct their failures. He has also given them the great promises of heaven if they will only ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Circumstances Changed Character's Concepts Series

Contributed by Mack Armstrong on Jul 6, 2010

Naomi undergoes a changed perspective.

RUTH 1:20-22 CIRCUMSTANCES CHANGED CHARACTER’S CONCEPTS I. CHANGE: RUTH 1:20 A. Concepts. B. Character. C. Continuum. II. CIRCUMSTANCES: RUTH 1:21 A. Comparative. B. Charging. C. Constructive. III. ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-22

Denomination: Methodist

28 The Book Of Galatians – Chapter 6:11-13 - Message 28 – Paul Extends Himself To The Limits And Another Expose´ Of Those Who Were False Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Apr 11, 2025

What was the large letter formation Paul used? Why did he use that? DO NOT compromise the faith or deny the faith because you are afraid of persecution. In Galatia they were abandoning the faith to avoid trouble. Very special note for younger Christians.

28 THE BOOK OF GALATIANS – CHAPTER 6:11-13 - Message 28 – PAUL EXTENDS HIMSELF TO THE LIMITS AND ANOTHER EXPOSE´ OF THOSE WHO WERE FALSE As we near the end of this heartfelt letter to the Galatian churches, Paul touches on a personal matter that raises much speculation, and he delivers ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:11, Galatians 4:11, Romans 16:22, Galatians 4:13-16, 2 Corinthians 12:7, Ecclesiastes 12:1-2, Galatians 6:12-13, 2 Timothy 3:14-17, Ephesians 2:11, Ephesians 2:13, Ephesians 2:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It Just Seems Right Series

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jan 1, 2010

If the Kingdom of God has come then we should expect things to be different.

January 3, 2009 Morning Worship Text: Matthew 4:12-25 Subject: The Kingdom of God Title: It Just Seems Right Have you made a New Year’s resolution that you are determined to keep this year? Have you broken it yet? I don’t know why but it seems as though we are prone to fail in some of those ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Joshua 3: "Canaan’s That-A-Way—let’s Go!” Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Mar 8, 2024

Israel had moved even and ever closer to Canaan, their Promised Land. They were still on the eastern side of the Jordan River, but now it was time to cross over. Imagine Joshua saying, "Canaan's that-a-way! Let's go!"

Introduction: Israel had endured 40 years of wandering here and there in the desert wilderness but now was just a few miles from the Promised Land. They had camped near the Jordan River at a place called Shittim, and while there the two spies had gone to Jericho and returned. One can almost feel ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Jacob- Approaching The Finish Line Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jun 2, 2022

Jacob had relocated to Egypt thanks to all Joseph had done. While there Jacob realized he was approaching the finish line for his earthly journey. He also did something very special for two of his grandsons.

Introduction: At this stage of his life, Jacob was 130 years of age, and had relocated to Egypt thanks to his son Joseph. What Jacob may have thought of this, that his son was the second most powerful man in Egypt and maybe one of the most influential in that part of the world, is never known. But ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 47:7-10, Genesis 47:27-31, Genesis 48:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

Finding His Grace

Contributed by J. Yeargin on May 29, 2003

Have you ever found yourself looking for something you cannot find? It can be very frustrating. Nothing else will matter to us until we find what we are looking for. No matter what it is.

FINDING HIS GRACE Have you ever found yourself looking for something you cannot find? It can be very frustrating. We may find ourselves spending a lot of time looking for something we have lost. We may be looking for: Car Keys, the kids shoes, our glasses, our wallets (or purses), ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:6-7, Exodus 33:12-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Turning To God

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 13, 2023

What is conversion?

Conversion is turning to God. It is the action accompanying repentance, the outward result of a changed heart, a changed direction, in biblical Greek (epistrophé) a turning about. It is the fruit that John the Baptist demanded (Matthew 3:7-8). Do repentance and conversion go together? Repent ...read more

Denomination: Baptist