Sermons on Passive Listening:

Fruitful Christian

Contributed by Jacob Kutty on Aug 7, 2009

The need of understanding the word of God to be fruitful

Fruitful Christin. Mathew 13:8 "Still other seed fell on good soil, where it produced a crop, a hundred, sixty or thirty times what was sown". There is a saying in English "Something is better than nothing" This is against what is taught by the Bible. Bible says Rev. 3:15-16 I know your deeds, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hear The Beloved Son

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 2, 2015

To show that we need to listen to the SON, He will be our Guide here on earth. Matthew 28:19-20 Go then and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them into the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, Teaching them to observe ev

I. EXORDIUM: Are you listening to the SON? Yes. Acts 7:37 Acts 7:37 It was this [very] Moses who said to the children of Israel, God will raise up for you a Prophet from among your brethren as He raised me up. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to listen ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hearing From God In Modern Times

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on May 2, 2015

Now is the time for the people of God to be fully equipped to share God's Word in a way that intrigues' people to Biblical truths. Truths to live by in a sin cursed world growing in conflict, confusion and controversy.

Title: Hearing From God in Modern Times Theme: Discerning God's Voice In a Secular Atmosphere Part 1 Introduction: We live in times were people are looking for answers. Now is the time for the people of God to be fully equipped to share God's Word in a way that intrigues' people to Biblical ...read more

Scripture: John 10:27-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pay Attention To What I Say Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 6, 2015

In paying attention, what are we to do? 1- Listen attentively 2- Guard the heart 3- Keep corruption away 4- Look straight ahead

INTRO.- Pay attention. Pay attention to what you’re doing. Those were the words my dad said to me when I was just a youngster. Apparently, my mind and attention wandered a lot. Wandering and not paying attention can get a person into trouble or get them into something else. ILL.- A car ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:20-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It's Time To Grow Up Part 7 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Apr 30, 2017

Part seven of this series focuses on hearing the voice of God when he is speaking to us and how we can prepare ourselves to hear.

It’s Time To Grow Up Part 7 Scriptures: John 10:1-28; Matthew 11:15 This message with bring to a close this series “It’s Time to Grow Up.” I hope that through this series of messages that you have been able to examine your spiritual life to determine where you are in your walk with God, whether ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mary Versus Martha - A Matter Of Priority

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Sep 10, 2015

We often hear the account of the dinner given for Jesus at Martha's house as a, "Mary was good and Martha was BAD" sort of idea. But, is that really the essence of what happened? Let's take a look ...

Today we'll be taking a look at an interesting event which took place in Bethany at the home of Martha, Mary and Lazarus. So, let's get right into it, OK? Luke 10:38-42 NRSV “Now as they went on their way, [Jesus] entered a certain village, where a woman named Martha welcomed Him into her ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Nazarene

Hear His Word Series

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Oct 16, 2017

If you are of God you will bear His Word and naturally exhibit the fruits of the Spirit

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: HEAR HIS WORD John 8:47King James Version (KJV) 47 He that is of God heareth God's words: ye therefore hear them not, because ye are not of God. Beloved, to hear God's Word and obey is not automatic, it is an attitude or lifestyle that is inborn ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

Veteran Christianity

Contributed by John Oscar on Nov 12, 2017

Explaining how veterans have learned several key life lessons from the military that will help them in their walk with God

Veteran Christianity CCCAG November 12th, 2017 Scripture- Matt 8:5-13 In 1988, I was in the Military Processing command in Milwaukee Wisconsin to get my physical and fill out paperwork to enlist in the US Army. There were many reasons that I had chosen this route in life, among them was because ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:5-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Breaking Free! Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 14, 2016

If you want to break free from the sinful habits and attitudes that keep you from soaring, listen to God and believe Him when He tells you, "I am setting you free!"

Kung Fu Panda is the story of a flabby, out-of-shape panda bear named Po who longs to learn the ancient art of Kung Fu. Amazingly, Po is selected by the village leaders to become the Dragon Warrior – the greatest Kung Fu master of all time. But in spite of his new status, Po is still a ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Let's Be Good Ground For Jesus

Contributed by Randall Long on Apr 4, 2020

This message uses Jesus' Parable of the Sower to encourage believers to face the obstacles that hinder us from spiritual growth in our lives.

ALL RIGHT, EVERYONE! PAY ATTENTION! THIS IS SOMETHING YOU NEED TO HEAR! Have I aroused your interest? Are you at least curious what I'm about to say that can justify such verbal arm-waving? Will you be upset (or at least disappointed) if I proceed to tell a story about some guy who has a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:3-9, Mark 4:13-20, Galatians 5:22

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Constraints Of Restoration-5

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 25, 2020

5 of 7. God blessed Noah’s family with a restoration based on relationship. Man’s restoration is to be constrained/determined thru relationships. How do relationships constrain or determine our restoration? Restoration is constrained thru relationship with...

Series: SUPPLANTING The LEGACY Of WICKEDNESS—Genesis 6:9—10:32 A—GOD’s REMOVAL STRATEGY—Genesis 6:9-22 Toward Removing the Legacy of Wickedness B—GOD’s DESIGNED DESTRUCTION(& Salvation)—Genesis 7:1-24 C—SALVATION REALIZED(Getting to Normal)—Genesis 8:1-19 D—EXPERIENCING The VICTORY(Man’s ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

How To Get More Out Of The Church Service

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jan 10, 2020

Most people like bargains. Getting the most for the least amount invested. The same should be true of the time spent in our church services.

Most people like bargains. Getting the most for the least amount invested. The same should be true of the time spent in our church services. At the best, the actual time in church could not be over four hours a week, unless you are involved in the ministry of this church. Often people tell me the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:21-25

Denomination: Baptist

Quiet Games - Pt. 3 - Hearing Aids 2 Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 17, 2016

God seems to love the "Quiet Game" and seems to be the world's most skilled player. How can you hear Him when He seems to be so quiet?

Quiet Games Pt. 3 - Hearing Aids Pt. 2 I. Introduction They would be enshrined in the childhood games hall of fame . . . 7-Up, Kick the Can, Musical Chairs but then there is the Quiet Game a perennial nominee for induction that would never get my vote. I hate the Quiet Game. No sound. No action. ...read more

Scripture: John 10:27

Denomination: Pentecostal

5 Reasons Jesus Chose Fishermen

Contributed by Chris Miller on Feb 6, 2019

There are a few reasons 7 of the 12 first disciples were fishermen. They were not chosen by accident. They possess skills every Christian should strive to possess.

The Bible tells us 7 of the first 12 disciples were fishermen by trade. It is no accident Jesus chose these individuals to be his first disciples. As fishermen, these guys possessed characteristics every Christian should have. Here are 5 reasons Jesus chose fishermen. 1. Fishermen know how to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:5-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Kingdom Keys - Leviticus Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Jan 25, 2023

Holiness is the result of Jesus' action to redeem our wicked hearts and the Holy Spirit’s continual interaction with us to guide us to be more like Christ as we listen and obey.

So maybe you’ve heard it said, ‘read your bible’ so you tried the one year plan. You were faithful with the reading plan and then you came to Leviticus. You tried to read it but every time you picked up The Book it got heavier and heavier until you stopped picking it up. You gave yourself an out - ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 10:5, Romans 3:10-12, Romans 3:23, Romans 6:23, Romans 12:1-2, 1 Peter 2:5, Leviticus 11:44, Leviticus 19:2, 2 Corinthians 5:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational