Sermons on Open Ears:

The Danger Of Little Things Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 21, 2005

Beware of the yeast of the Pharisees- build your faith upon the Word of God, not signs. Pay attention to the works of God in our lives.

On Colorado’s Long Peak lie the remains of a giant 400-year-old tree. Age, storms, and avalanches couldn’t bring it down. What did? A tiny beetle you could crush under your foot. It ate right through the bark and devoured its heart. Be careful of little things. • Little attitudes; but if you ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:14-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

When You See God

Contributed by Clark Sneed on Oct 26, 2005

One reason people, especially Christians, treat others hatefully is because they either have never seen God, or else they have lost sight of him. When you see God, it changes the way you treat people.

Title: WHEN YOU SEE GOD Text: Job 42:3-6 I. Introduction a. The name “Job” b. The oldest book c. Theme of book: What Job learns from suffering II. Exegesis a. How Job knows (v. 3) b. How Job speaks (v. 4) c. How Job sees (v. 5) III. Conclusion a. How Job responds (v. 6) Dominating Theme: What ...read more

Scripture: Job 42:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

Secret Of Abiding Joy

Contributed by Mark Perryman on May 11, 2006

The secret of abiding joy, is tasting and seeing that the Lord is good.

INTRO: There are questions on why I brought dough up on stage a couple of weeks ago because the word around is he only sings about as good as me. Reason: Because of the joy and enthusiasm that radiates from him. It’s exciting to watch people who are enthused about something. I watch people ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:17-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Secret Of Abiding Joy

Contributed by Mark Perryman on May 31, 2007

How is your joy?

INTRO: There are questions on why I brought dough up on stage a couple of weeks ago because the word around is he only sings about as good as me. Reason: Because of the joy and enthusiasm that radiates from him. It’s exciting to watch people who are enthused about something. I watch people ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:17-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Happy Man

Contributed by Doane Brubaker on Jun 28, 2007

Written as a Father’s Day message and challenge to sink our roots deep into God to find real happiness.

Many are familiar with the “beattitudes” in Jesus’ sermon on the mount. They include: • “Blessed (or happy) are the poor in spirit – those who realize their need for God – for the Kingdom of Heaven is given to them.” • “Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” • “Blessed are ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Mennonite

"Stolen Cure"

Contributed by Ken Harris on Jun 28, 2009

The purpose of this sermon is to motivae the hearers to affirm to others that God through Christ honors our faith.

28 June 2009 Fourth Sunday in June U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Fortress Chapel Contingency Operation Site (C.O.S.) Sykes Tall-afar, Iraq BIG IDEA: God through Christ honors our faith. REFERENCES: Mark 5:25-34 (ESV); Leviticus 17:11b (ESV) … life of the flesh is in the blood … Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:25-34

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Necessity Of Self Discipline

Contributed by Rusty Tardo on Apr 30, 2009

Christ calls the believer to take up his cross daily...

The Necessity of Self Discipline Dr. Russell K. Tardo Discipleship means discipline. The words are synonymous. That the words sound alike is no coincidence because a disciple is a disciplined one, a pupil. Even the very angels have been given responsibilities. They are given charge over the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tilling The Soil Series

Contributed by Mark Eberly on May 4, 2009

The parable of the seed and the sower is the parable of parables as it tells the parables, explains it, and explains why Jesus uses parables. This week: we focus on why parables?

Parables of Jesus Tilling the Soul Soil Matthew 13:3-23 May 3, 2009 This week we will start looking at the parable of the seed and the sower. This parable is found in all three of the similar gospel accounts—Matthew, Mark, and Luke. Although they all are similar, there are some differences. I’ve ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:3-23

Denomination: Church Of God

Who's The Authority?

Contributed by Anne Benefield on Feb 4, 2009

We live in a culture where vacuous celebrities are given amazing amount of authority. We need to look to the real authority, Jesus, who will lead us to right decisions.

Who’s the Authority? Deuteronomy 18:15-18; Mark 1:21-28 The Reverend Anne Benefield Geneva Presbyterian Church, February 1, 2009 Introduction: Before I read the story, I’d like to explain a few things that will make the passage clearer. We’re still in the first chapter of Mark and we will stay ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Knowing How To Use Our Gifts

Contributed by Joe Rowland on Feb 26, 2009

I have entitled this today: “Knowing How To Use Our Gifts” God does not want us to be ignorant in the church world. He has given us gifts and He wants us to know how to use what He has given us. What has He given you and do you know how to use that which

Knowing How To Use Our Gifts Romans 12:3-8 Ro 12:3 For I say, through the grace given unto me, to every man that is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think; but to think soberly, according as God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith. 4 For as we have many ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Harvest

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Sep 27, 2011

Are we doing the work of the Lord?

Dwight L. Moody, by his own admission, made a mistake on the eighth of October 1871 -- a mistake he determined never to repeat. He had been preaching in the city of Chicago. That particular night drew his largest audience yet. His message was "What will you do then with Jesus who is called the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:5

Denomination: Baptist

Concrete Jesus

Contributed by Rick Edwards on Aug 31, 2010

This sermon reminds us what Jesus means our life today.

Concrete Jesus by Rick Edwards Psalm 116:1-2 Power point available upon request I love excitement…for the most part I think most people do. Now I know not everyone likes riding motorcycles though for the life of me I can’t figure why they don’t… anyway I recently went on a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:1-2

Denomination: Christian Church

Finding Your Way Back To God (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Larry Wilson on Aug 30, 2011

Sermon 3 of the series. You will find me when you seek for me with all your heart, said Jeremiah. We do not seek God in salvation, but we must in fellowship. In this portion, we consider the commands to "present your body," "yield your members," "put on t

VI. Relinquish to God the Control of Your Life CONSECRATION — the act of setting apart, or dedicating, something or someone for God’s use. In the Old Testament, the Temple and its trappings were the most important objects consecrated to God (2 Chr. 7:5–9; Ezra 6:16–17); and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Built In Jesus For Employment Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 10, 2010

Built to work for Jesus.

Everyday all across the world people are working. In many ways work can be a fascinating responsibility. Now each of you here either has a job or is looking for a job. Even my son Kamden has a job. He has to clean his room and do all of his homework. And everyone would agree that work is essential ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Baptist

The Exception To The Rule Series

Contributed by Preacher Fo Real on May 20, 2011

Sermons On Becoming The Mighty Men and Women Chosen By God.

Jeffery is not an avid cook, but he can hold his own in any kitchen. As the youngest child in the Honiara extended dysfunctional family, he spent many hours reluctantly tied to his mother’s apron springs. Often, he would find himself assisting her in the daily chores around the house. She ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:28-32

Denomination: *other