Sermons on Close Relationship To Him:

God's Purpose For My Life (Living With An Eternal Perspective)

Contributed by Ed Cheng on Jul 14, 2016

God has a specific purpose for your life. It is that you come to know Him intimately and enjoy His presence in a relationship that is deeply personal and satisfying. This glorifies Him when you know Him in such a way!

God’s Purpose for my Life (Gaining an Eternal Perspective) Col. 1:15-16 (NIV) The Son is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. For in him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Know Him. (Him)

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Sep 29, 2011

What we have when we know Him

I Know Him! April 13,08 2 Timothy 1:12 In both of those verses the Apostle Paul uses a very special Greek word, and the word means "a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Praise Him! Praise Him! Series

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Nov 10, 2014

1. Where We Are To Praise 2. What we Are To Praise 3. How Are We To Praise 4. whom We Are To Praise 5. Why Praise The Lord

- Fanny Crosby (1820-1915 was probably the most prolific hymnist in history. Though blinded by an incompetent doctor at six weeks of age, she wrote over 8,000 hymns. About her blindness, she said: It seemed intended by the blessed providence of God that I should be blind all my life, and I thank ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 150:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Buried With Him, Raised With Him

Contributed by James Jackson on Sep 11, 2019

If you had a chance to rewrite your obituary, what would you say? This sermon looks at what it means to put to death the old self and to walk in the newness of life.

Well, it is the week after Labor Day, so I’m going to take a cue from Wal-Mart and Hobby Lobby, and start talking about Christmas! How many of you have a favorite Christmas movie? Call out your favorite. Did anyone say A Christmas Carol? You have a lot of versions to choose from if that’s ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Marriage - A Special Relationship

Contributed by Warren Bird on Dec 15, 2002

Transforming our attitudes to marriage to conform with Christian teaching

Introductory Discussion The relationship of marriage seems to be a pretty popular topic here at Padstow, with goodness knows how many engagements we have at the moment and maybe some more to come if what I see going on is any indication. And this is a really good thing. The lifelong commitment of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-33, Matthew 19:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus Is The Reason For The Season PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 7, 2023

Explores the birth of Jesus Christ, emphasizing His roles as a source of joy, a justifier of the righteous, and a guiding light in life.

Good morning, dear family of faith. It's a beautiful day that the Lord has made and we are here to rejoice and be glad in it. We are gathered here, not as strangers or mere acquaintances, but as a family bound by the love of our Savior, Jesus Christ. It's a joy to see each one of you, and it's my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Topics: Know Him

Do You Know Him? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 30, 2023

Explores the importance of knowing Christ deeply, remaining devoted in our faith, and persevering in our spiritual journey towards God's promised prize.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a beautiful day to gather together in the presence of the Lord, to worship, to pray, and to open our hearts to the transformative power of His Word. Today, we're going to open our Bibles to the book of Philippians, chapter three, verses ten through ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10-14

Topics: Knowing Him

The Believers Attitude And Relations To Christ

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Feb 9, 2019

We must follow him in his likeness

THE BELIEVERS ATTITUDE AND RELATIONS TO CHRIST Philippians 4:8-9 - Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things [are] honest, whatsoever things [are] just, whatsoever things [are] pure, whatsoever things [are] lovely, whatsoever things [are] of good report; if [there be] any ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

It's Not What You Know...it's Who You Know PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 6, 2024

This sermon explores truly knowing Jesus as our King, understanding our kinship with Him, and embracing the keys to His kingdom through faith and understanding.

Good morning, cherished brothers and sisters in Christ. It's a joy to gather with you today as we open God's Word together. The very book that serves as our compass, our comfort, and our constant reminder of God's unwavering love for us. Today, we find ourselves in the Gospel of Matthew, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:54-58

Topics: Know Him

Growing In Intimacy With God

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 2, 2025

Intimacy with God is not a casual relationship—it is a deep and personal connection where your spirit longs for Him just as the psalmist declared: "As the deer pants for the water brooks, so pants my soul for You, O God."

GROWING IN INTIMACY WITH GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 42:1-2 Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 29:13, James 4:8, John 15:4-5, Philippians 3:10, Revelation 3:20 INTRODUCTION: Intimacy with God is not a casual relationship—it is a deep and personal connection where your spirit longs for ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"When Life Seems To Be Closing In"

Contributed by David Washburn on Mar 25, 2002

We will each have a time in our lives where life seems to be closing in. We can turn to Stephen and draw stength and wisdom from how he coped when life closed in around him.

One day a man falls off a cliff, but manages to grab hold of a tree limb on the way down. The man calls out, “Is there anyone up there?” A voice answers back, “I am here. It is I, the Lord. Do you believe in me?” “Yes, Lord I believe, I really believe, but I can’t hold on much longer.” “That’s all ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:54-60

Denomination: Baptist

God Can Use You To Draw People To Him

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Apr 30, 2002

A practical look at relational evangelism that frees people to share their faith without going through a total personality change.

Matthew 5:12-14 April 28, 2002 God Can Use You to Draw People To Him. Last week I talked about God’s heart for the lost: how God loves us desperately and wants to be in relationship with us, how people are spiritually lost, and how they need Jesus. We can know all that, but still have a very ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: *other

Worship: Drawing Close To The Heart Of God Series

Contributed by David Yarbrough on May 20, 2002

What we do in one hour of corporate worship each week is to be a reflection of what we as individuals are doing the other 167 hours a week. In fact, God despises corporate worship if the worshipers have hearts that are not right with Him.

Intro: Back in 1992 when the Dallas Cowboys were preparing to play the San Francisco 49rs for the NFC Championship in San Francisco the Cowboys had a pep-rally at Texas Stadium. The audience cheered wildly for each player when he was introduced. The fans carried banners. They painted their fans and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:42-47, Psalm 100:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Breakthrough In Relationships Pt 3 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 25, 2020

Breakthrough is possible in most relationships if we allow the Holy Spirit to teach us key relationship skills. God designed us all to be in relationship with Him and with each other and he will help us get breakthroughs in our relationships if we ask Him for help.

Transition Video: You’re Not Listening – Skit Guys! Our Theme this year - Breakthrough 2020 Thesis: In 2020 we are looking for spiritual breakthroughs in our lives, our relationships, our souls, our families, our church, our school, and our community. This is our vision and prayer! But to get the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47, Ephesians 3:16, 1 Peter 1:22, Galatians 6:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Building Relationships Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 20, 2012

In God's Word there is instructions on how we are to build and maintain relationships with the Lord and with others.

Building a relationship 1 John 4:7-16 Introduction- I am excited this morning to begin a new series entitled “Nuts and Bolts of life.” We will not race through this series because I think that a lot of times we take some things for granted only to find out that we don’t know as ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-16

Denomination: Nazarene