Sermons on Close Relationship To Him:

Relationship Or A Religion

Contributed by James Powell on Dec 24, 2006

Is our religion just that, or do we each have a relationship with our God?

Relationship or Just a Religion Joh 3:1 There was a man of the Pharisees, named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews: Joh 3:2 The same came to Jesus by night, and said unto him, Rabbi, we know that thou art a teacher come from God: for no man can do these miracles that thou doest, except God be with ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-15

Denomination: Holiness

Prayer And Relationship

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jan 6, 2002

Why does God desire us to pray? Because He wants a relationship.

Today is the first Sunday of the year 2002. It’s also the beginning of our third year worshipping together as a church. And for the benefit of those who haven’t been keeping careful track, this is also the 100th sermon I’ve preached from this pulpit (or music stand, or whatever it is). So in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

Healthy Relationships Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 16, 2018

52nd message from Ephesians addressing healthy relationships resulting from the filling of the Spirit.

“Healthy Relationships” The Role and Responsibility of the Wife Ephesians 5:22-24 REVIEW I. Our Wealth and Worth In Christ 1-3 II. Our Worthy Walk in Christ 4-6 A. Live in Unity 4:1-16 B. Live in Newness of life 4:17-24 C. Live in Love 4:17-24 D. Live in Purity 5:3-14 E. Live in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-24

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Abide In Jesus

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jun 23, 2019

This is what happens when you ‘abide with God’! You start affecting the life of others! Is it not exciting? Come on, we need to let the world know that it is fun being in the presence of God!

Vine John 15:5 says, “I am the vine, you are the branches, he who abides in Me, and I in him, bears much fruit, for without Me you can do nothing.” Do you know what it means to abide in Him? The English dictionary defines ‘abide’ as’ hold to and stick to.’ Spiritually it means to ‘stick on to ...read more

Scripture: John 15:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Kingdom Relationships Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 20, 2019

In dealing with your anger, don’t commit murderous acts, don’t think murderous thoughts, and don’t speak murderous words. But if your anger has hurt someone, seek reconciliation and seek a resolution as soon as you can.

Several years ago, the Arizona Republic carried a story about Steve Tran of Westminster, California. He activated 25 bug bombs in his apartment to get rid of some unwanted guests, the cockroaches that shared the space with him. He closed the door thinking he had seen the last of them. But when the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-26, Ephesians 4:26-27, Matthew 10:28, Mark 9:48, James 3:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Ritual Or Relationship? Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jan 26, 2015

Ritual that rejects relationship is pointless; Ritual that reflects relationship is priceless

The wedding ring that I’m wearing this morning is not the same one that Mary placed on my finger on our wedding day. Fairly early in our marriage we went to San Diego on our vacation and I managed to lose my wedding ring while swimming in the ocean. That ring was an important symbol of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:25-29

Denomination: Baptist

Praying In The Last Days PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 15, 2025

The sermon calls us to seek God above all else, finding rest, confidence, and purpose in His presence amid life’s storms and uncertainties.

Some days the heart feels like a hummingbird in a hurricane—fluttering, fragile, and longing for a safe branch. We scroll and scurry and strive, yet the soul still whispers for something steady. We want a place to rest. We want a Person to hold us. We long for something clear when everything else ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:4-6

Topics: Closeness, God

Radioactive Relationships Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 12, 2010

One of the greatest words in the human language is the word “relationship.” Some relationships we have are wonderful and give us life, while others are harmful. Just as radiation exposure can be hazardous to your health, there are some relationships that

INTRODUCTION You may notice there is something strange about me today. I know I’m always a little strange, but look on the bright side—you get to see me at my best. I’m a pretty strange in the daytime, but as Frank Sinatra said, I’m even stranger in the night! Okay, so ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Wise Men Still Seek Him Series

Contributed by Gary Landsberg on Dec 16, 2006

It is the wisest of Mankind that seek the Christ Child, in order to have a relationship with Him for all Eternity.

WISE MEN STILL SEEK HIM TEXT: Matt 2:1-12 INTRODUCTION 1. Beloved of Jesus Christ, we are gathered here today to worship the King of Kings, that Babe that was laid in a manger. That Babe that was born into hardship and grew up in difficult times. That Babe that would one day stretch out His ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Relationship Brings Freedom In Newness Series

Contributed by Jeff Haynes on Nov 30, 2009

A look at how our position in Christ through our relationship with Him brings freedom in how we live

Religion Vs. Relationship Relationship brings freedom in newness Colossians 3:1-4 November 29, 2009 Your Name ____________________ Introduction and Review: In chapter 2 we see that the Gnostics were promoting man made practices because the base of their belief was that the cross was ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Goodness Of God Through Relationships Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jul 22, 2020

While still alive, people on their own can choose this God who offers an eternal relationship with Him or choose to be eternally separated from God!

We have been doing topical messages, not expository ones, because we have been dealing with a virus pandemic along with social and political issues lately. We will continue with topical messages for a while until the Lord settles us down. Last week we noted the Goodness of God through Creation. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:11-15, Revelation 21:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Loose Him And Let Him Go

Contributed by Pastor Dempsey Daniels on Jan 5, 2004

LOOSE HIM AND LET HIM GO

LOOSE HIM AND LET HIM GO HOMEGOING SERVICE FOR SIS SARAH JOHNSON JOHN 11: THE SUFFERING OF PAIN IS OLDER THAN JOB. THE PROBLEM OF HUMAN SUFFERING IS AS OLD AS HUMAN LIFE ITSELF. WHY ALL OF THIS SUFFERING? IS THE QUESTION OF MANY ACHING HEARTS. I BELIEVE TO ALL, SUFFERING SEEMS TO BE ...read more

Scripture: John 11:44

Denomination: Baptist

Found In Him Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jul 28, 2014

You and I have been given “insider” information about the eventual end of the world as we know it. Thus we are commanded to live our lives in the light of Christ's return, keeping ourselves separated from worldiness & sharing our faith with the lost.

2 PETER 3: 14-18 [Our Precious Faith Series] FOUND IN HIM [2 Peter1:5–7 / 1 Corinthians 15: 56-58] Ned and Fred got together one Saturday afternoon to walk into town to watch the latest John Wayne movie at the theater. As they made their way into town, Ned told Fred that he was willing ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

Will You Reject Him Or Receive Him?

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Dec 7, 2012

Typically, people do one of three things with a gift they don’t want: put it in the closet, take it back to the store, or re-gift it for someone else. Poll: fruitcake-people would rather have no gift at all. Unfortunately, some people respond to the gift

WILL YOU REJECT HIM OR RECEIVE HIM? John 1:10-13 INTRODUCTION: Talk about receiving bad Christmas gifts. [slideshow]. Typically, people do one of three things with a gift they don’t want: put it in the closet, take it back to the store, or re-gift it for someone else. Poll: fruitcake-people ...read more

Scripture: John 1:10-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Remember Him! Series

Contributed by Billy Noel on Dec 6, 2009

We are so caught up with the sights and sounds of Christmas and we often forget who it is about.

Luke 22:14-20 Illustration: The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier (Arlington Va.) In life everyone wants to be remembered, but many people live and are forgotten when they die Traveling 288 on any given Saturday you will see a hearse and maybe a family car which may suggest that the deceased was unknown ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:14-20

Denomination: Christian Church