Sermons on Selective Hearing:

Faith’s Response To The Word For Optimal Profit

Contributed by James Awosina on Jul 2, 2019

To profit from the Word requires an action of faith. Reading, hearing and receiving the Word passively and superficially is of no profit to a person.

FAITH’S RESPONSE TO THE WORD FOR OPTIMAL PROFIT Hebrews 4:2 “For unto us was the gospel preached, as well as unto them: but the word preached did not profit them, not being mixed with faith in them that heard it” “The Word preached did not profit them…” What a fearful declaration! From the text ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:2

Denomination: Holiness

Breakthrough Prayer

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 7, 2019

Hannah knew how to hear from God. Let us evaluate the steps to receiving breakthrough in our prayers.

Note: A resource I used was Breakthrough Prayer by Jim Cymbala. Title: Breakthrough Prayer Theme: Show how to Breakthrough Prayer Text: 1 Samuel 1 Introduction Hannah was one of two wives of Elkanah. There was Peninnah and Hannah. Hannah was the favored wife of Elkanah. Yet she was barren. ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Doing The Word Is The Solid Rock Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Sep 7, 2018

Hearing the word and doing the Word goes hand and hand. If we are doing the Word, Jesus says we are on the Rock.

The Bible has been unchanged for nearly 2,000 years. With estimated total sales of over 5 billion copies, it is widely considered to be the most influential and best-selling book of all time. The Bible does not merely contain the words of God, It is the word of God. We have explored how God ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-29

Denomination: Baptist

Labor In Vain

Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 25, 2016

Daughters T-shirt: I see your lips moving but all I hear is Blah, Blah, Blah.

LABOR IN VAIN TEXT: Psa. 127: 1; I Thes. 3-5 Daughters T-shirt: I see your lips moving but all I hear is Blah, Blah, Blah. I. CAIN BUILT HIS ALTAR ALL IN VAIN (Gen. 4:3-5) And in process of time it came to pass, that Cain brought of the fruit of the ground an offering unto the LORD. And Abel, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Off Dead Center Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Mar 28, 2016

A reminder that anyone can successfully share some element of the good news with someone who needs to hear it.

Thanks to everyone who took the time to answer my simple survey over the past 3 weeks! I was thinking I might end up with some really creative tools and ideas for all of us when it comes to sharing our faith. I expected that, at the end of this series on getting evangelism in hand, I might share ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Making Disciples - The Great Commission Is A Command Not A Suggestion! Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 12, 2016

We are commanded to share the Gospel with everyone because their eternal destiny depends on them hearing the message of salvation in Jesus.

Our theme this year is Dynamic Disciples. We have been thinking about what it really means for us to be a disciples of Jesus. This morning our focus is on the Making Disciples. So the question to begin is: How can we Make Disciples? How can we encourage others to discover Jesus for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Study Of The Book Of Revelation, 4: Things That Are, In Heaven. Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Jun 14, 2015

View of Heaven from one who was actually there, unlike some of the stories we hear in our day.

2b. The things which are (in heaven) (4-5) (4:1) Come up hither. Oh the strange work that popular theologians have done with chapter 4 , verse 1. In this simple passage, John is addressed by Jesus, and told to come up to heaven for further revelations. Incredible to me is the ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Hold Fast To That Which Is Good

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Aug 17, 2020

Paul says, don’t take for granted that what you hear in a sermon is the truth—“test all things.”

(1 Th 5:12 NKJV) And we urge you, brethren, to recognize those who labor among you, and are over you in the Lord and admonish you, (1 Th 5:13 NKJV) and to esteem them very highly in love for their work's sake. Be at peace among yourselves. (1 Th 5:14 NKJV) Now we exhort you, brethren, warn ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Our Attitude Should Be Gratitude Thanksgiving Sermon

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 21, 2022

We live in a generation where GRATITUDE is very seldom expressed. We hear a great deal of complaining instead.

Illus: Did you hear about the doctor that was complaining to a car mechanic? He said, "Your fee is several times more per hour than we get paid for medical care." The mechanic said, "Yeah, but you see, doc, you always have the same model, it hasn't changed since Adam; but we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:10-15

Denomination: Baptist

She Hath Done What She Could… Have You?

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 28, 2022

Recently we have been hearing on the news about some of the Christmas shopping that has been taking place.

Illus: For example, it is reported that the biggest day of the shopping year takes place on what is called Black Friday - the day after Thanksgiving when the stores open up at midnight. Some shoppers, to prepare for this big event, go the day before to find where the merchandise they want is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Book Of Mark #09

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 31, 2022

Many times it seems that we have GOOD NEWS or BAD NEWS brought to us. Sometimes we hear …

• The bad news • The good news • The great news Illus: The day after a man lost his wife in a scuba diving accident, he was greeted by two grim-faced policemen at his door. "We're sorry to call on you at this hour, Mr. Wilkens, but we have some information about your wife." • ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45

Denomination: Baptist

It Is Good To Be Here (Near The Lord)

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Feb 28, 2023

Whenever we are near the Lord, we see the glory of Jesus. We hear the Father's voice.

IT IS GOOD TO BE HERE (NEAR THE LORD) (Outline) February 19, 2023 – Transfiguration – MARK 9:2-10 INTRO: At certain times in our lives we have experienced the feeling of being safe and sound. Maybe we were surrounded by family. Or friends. Or the love of Jesus. In each case and place we knew ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-10

Denomination: Lutheran

By Faith We Have Nothing To Fear... "fear Not"

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 13, 2024

WATCH THE NEWS? FAITH OVERCOMES BY HEARING THE WORD... FEAR ANXIETY AND TROUBLE ARE TOOLS OF THE ENEMY... FEAR NOT NY FRIENDS.

BY FAITH WE KNOW WE HAVE NO REASON TO FEAR By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (You Tube: Wade Hughes) WE ARE NOT HERE TODAY TO ARGUE OR PROVE SOMEONE RIGHT AND OTHERS WRONG… OUR POINT IS VERY SIMPLE Evil seems to abound in this modern world. We also know FEAR IS GREAT TOOL IN THE ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:38, Matthew 10:30, Ephesians 3:20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Troubled Hearts Series

Contributed by Grant Adams on Apr 24, 2024

Let not your hearts be troubled. No greater comfort could be had than to sit at the feet of Jesus and hear these words.

I. In This World there are Many Things that Can Trouble our Hearts 1. Many uncertain, uncontrollable things. 2. I have come to believe that life is a: a. Continual adjustment for each of us. b. We feel that we get one area under control and then things fall apart in other areas. 3. I know Galton ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Shepherds' Response To The Christ Child Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 18, 2024

God chose lowly shepherds to be the first to hear the news of the birth of His Son and the first outsiders to see Jesus.

THE SHEPHERDS’ RESPONSE TO THE CHRIST CHILD A. As of today, there is only 17 days left before Christmas. 1. By this time people are in HIGH GEER getting everything READY for all the FESTIVITIES. 2. And, as I said last Sunday, this time of year can become so HECTIC that we forget about the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:6-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ