Sermons on Brought Near:

When An Angel Crashes

Contributed by Brian Buriff on Apr 22, 2007

On April 21, 2007, a Blue Angels jet crashed near Beaufort, South Carolina. Sometimes Angels (church leaders, pastors, etc.) do crash. How to cope and what to learn when an Angel crashes.

I. ANGELS DO CRASH A. Blue Angels – April 21, 2007 – Beaufort, South Carolina 1. Pilot killed 2. Destruction & Injury in its path B. Spiritually, Angels Do Crash 1. Revelation 8:10 and Revelation 9:1 a. the identity of the “fallen star” has been debated b. what is clear is that the “fallen ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 8:10-11

Denomination: Church Of God

The Success Of This Attack [judges 7.21-7.25] Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 17, 2019

And they took two princes of the Midianites, Oreb and Zeeb; and they slew Oreb upon the rock Oreb, and Zeeb they slew at the winepress of Zeeb, and pursued Midian, and brought the heads of Oreb and Zeeb to Gideon on the other side Jordan.

Chapter 26 The Success of This Attack [Judges 7.21-7.25] Scripture 21 And they stood every man in his place round about the camp: and all the host ran, and cried, and fled. 22 And the three hundred , and the LORD set every man's sword against his fellow, even throughout all the host: and ...read more

Scripture: Judges 7:21

Denomination: Baptist

The Two Sides Of Prayer

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Aug 4, 2022

. Prayer is the soul’s sincere desire, Uttered or unexpressed, The motion of a hidden fire That trembles in the breast. Prayer is the burden of a sigh, The falling of a tear; The upward glancing of an eye, When none but God is near. –Author unknown.

The Two Sides of Prayer By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - Oftentimes prayer is the most neglected area in a person’s life. The lack of prayer has weakened our spiritual body and because of this we often find ourselves spiritually feeble, without strength and even the crumbling of our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1, Jeremiah 33:3, Matthew 18:19

Denomination: Apostolic

The Wind Of The Spirit

Contributed by Ian Johnson on Jun 12, 2003

ANy one brought up in the Jewish tradition knows its natural to compare the Spirt with the wind. Jesus used a ready illistration the night he spoke to Nicodemus.

John 3:8 Just as you can hear the wind but can’t tell where it comes from or where it is going, so you can’t explain how people are born of the Spirit.” For anyone brought up in the Jeswish tradition it is natural to compare the Spirit with the wind. Ruach can mean 1) Wind: The desert wind ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Through The Depths As Through The Wilderness

Contributed by James Bryant on Sep 15, 2004

If God brought you through those Wilderness experiences, don’t you think he is capable of bringing you through the Depths as well? Read this sermon...

“THROUGH THE DEPTHS, AS THROUGH THE WILDERNESS” By: James W. Bryant Currently assistant pastor of the Dillon C. H. Church in Dillon, SC You can contact James W. Bryant @ Pphone: 843-774-7961 Email: REVJWBDCHC@AOL.COM Psalms 106: 9 (9) He rebuked the Red sea also, and it was dried up: so he ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 106:9

Denomination: Baptist

"The Green Green Grass Of Home"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Aug 30, 2006

Before Christ would go to the Cross, he brought words of comfort to his disciples. He reminded them of his flag, his family, and his faith.

Title: “The Green Green Grass of Home” Introduction: Someone sent me a picture that is the center frame for this message. It was a photograph of an American soldier in Iraq. He was kneeling in front of his tent, trimming a small piece of grass that he had grown on the dessert floor. ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

All Things In Common

Contributed by Chris Surber on Mar 1, 2008

The pressures of persecution brought the early Church closer together and closer to God. If we allow the pressures of our life to be redeemed by God then they will draw us closer as well!

All Things In Common, Acts 2:38-47 Introduction It happened at the noonday luncheon of the local Rotary. The dishes had been cleared away, and the meeting had been called to order. After the reception of new members and the introduction of visitors, the chairman asked who of those present ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38-47

Denomination: Christian Church

Keep Your Eye On The Task

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Apr 20, 2008

A discussion about one possible reason Jesus mentioned for the third time that He would be killed and brought back to life - that they needed to stay focused on the mission of Jesus.

Keep Your Eye on the Task Matthew 20:17-19 April 20, 2008 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT USED IN MY MESSAGES IS BORROWED FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." A woman was working in her yard with the weed whacker, when she accidentally cut off the tail of her cat. She ran ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:17-19

Denomination: Wesleyan

04 The Valley Of Weeping Series

Contributed by Darren Rogers on Mar 3, 2009

How many times in your life are you brought to a place of tears? What do you do when you are there? Use it as a time for growth in the Lord.

The Valley Of Weeping – 1st March 2009 am Psalm 84 The word Baca means weeping. Life is full of heartaches and disappointments. Life is full of tears. Life begins with crying (A baby is born crying). Life ends with crying (We mourn for those who die). Psalm 84 details the importance of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 84:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Out Of Shame...joy Series

Contributed by Stephen Colaw on Dec 4, 2006

Out of the cultural shame surrounding Mary’s pregnancy, God brought Great Joy to ALL PEOPLE. He will also take my shame and bring joy.

This is how the birth of Jesus Christ came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to be with child through the Holy Spirit. Because Joseph her husband was a righteous man and did not want to expose her to public disgrace, he had in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Wesleyan

I Need A Miracle

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jan 19, 2010

A Miracle: It is an event beyond the power of any human being; an event beyond any physical law. it is a supernatural occurrence or a wonderful thing brought about by the power of God.

I NEED A MIRACLE Dr. D. K. Olukoya This week, we are considering a message entitled, “I need a miracle.” 2 Chronicles 16:9: “For the eyes of the Lord run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to shew himself strong in the behalf of them whose heart is perfect toward ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 16:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Rev. # 41~12:1-17 ~the War Continues~ Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Feb 10, 2010

The woman represents Israel, and her child is Christ, the Messiah, The woman is not the church, since the church did not bring forth Christ, but rather He brought forth the church.

Rev. # 41~12:1-13 ~THE WAR CONTINUES~ 2-6-10 For the last few broadcast we have been talking about this angelic war in the 1st heaven that we read about here in chapter 12: and we’ll continue on with these thoughts as the Lord leads, this entire chapter is about this angelic war. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

A Happy Ending Series

Contributed by Jon Miller on Apr 5, 2011

This is the last message in a series on the book of Ruth. This message shows how God brought a happy ending to the life of Naomi and Ruth and how He will do the same for us.

A Happy Ending Ruth 4 Today we are going to finish our look at the book of Ruth. This short book is an amazing love story, and one that tells the gospel message of redemption that is found in Christ Jesus. In these four short chapters we have followed Naomi as she and her family left Bethlehem ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-21

The Prophecy Of Babylon’s Fall Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Oct 28, 2023

The justice of God will be brought down on this society that lives for itself. All of the ungodly people who follow this will suffer the wrath of God, and we must always remember this!

Alpha and Omega, Part 41, Revelation Part 18 The Prophecy of Babylon’s Fall Revelation 14:8 Introduction - Been studying Revelation together, to understand God’s plan for creation -- REM: Redemption of sin is granted through Jesus; and yes, we have a choice - Last time, examined 144,00 and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:8, Jeremiah 50:22-25, Proverbs 21:2, Matthew 25:31-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is Truth?

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Oct 5, 2022

The bread of life is the truth of the ways of the LORD. This is the original message of Jesus. He brought us the truth (bread) of the way the LORD works. Bread was used as a metaphor for truth.

What is Truth John 6:35-40 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz John 6:35 Jesus said to them, “I am the bread of life; he who comes to Me will not hunger, and he who believes in Me will never thirst. 36 “But I said to you that you have seen Me, and yet do not believe. 37 “All that the Father gives Me ...read more

Scripture: John 6:35-40

Denomination: United Methodist