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  • The Relationship Of Believers To Religionsists Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Aug 28, 2024
     | 93 views

    We live in a world of religion and religionists. The world even looks at believers as religionists, but we aren’t.

    So far in chapter 15 of the gospel of John we have talked about: • The relationship of Jesus to the people of the world. • The relationship of Jesus to believers. • The relationship of believers to believers. • The relationship of believers to the world. Tonight, we move into chapter 16 and look ...read more

  • Building Godly Relationships

    Contributed by Michael Welsh on Sep 24, 2024
     | 390 views

    Love God First The first and most important step in any relationship is to love God first. Before you can love anyone else, you must be in a relationship with the Lord.

    Building Godly Relationships Introduction: Relationships, friendships, and marriages have taken on many different meanings over the years. For instance, 20 years ago, "dating" was viewed quite differently than how we understand it today. Back then, dating meant courting, getting to know ...read more

  • When Things Don't Go As Planned

    Contributed by Dean Morgan on Oct 10, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 23,282 views

    I wish I could stand here today and tell you that if you serve the Lord you want ever have any problems in your life; I wish I could tell you that if you develop a close relationship with the Lord that you will always be in control of the circumstances th

    TEXT: John 11:1-44 One of the first things that I notice about this story is the relationship between this family and Jesus. It wasn’t a strained relationship or an odd one but it was one of closeness and intimacy. They didn’t just have a casual acquaintance but a close encounter ...read more

  • Keep God's Word Close At Hand

    Contributed by Christopher Raiford on Aug 1, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 12,272 views

    Sermon on the importance of Christian education

    Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, How many of you have a cell phone that you usually take with you wherever you go? Let’s see a show of hands. How many of you know someone who hardly ever goes anywhere without their cell phone? Especially now that cell phones have become smaller, cheaper, and ...read more

  • "When Life Seems To Be Closing In"

    Contributed by David Washburn on Mar 25, 2002
    based on 95 ratings
     | 12,271 views

    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

  • Worship: Drawing Close To The Heart Of God

    Contributed by David Yarbrough on Apr 8, 2002
    based on 45 ratings
     | 5,091 views

    People go to church to get connected to the heart of God. This message revels a few important points that occur when we make this connection.

    Worship: Drawing Close To The Heart of God Acts 9:42-47 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 ...read more

  • Sermon # 16 - The Lord Is Close At Hand Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on May 1, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,765 views

    When our situations are gloomy and dark and there seems no hope, remember the Lord Jesus is close at hand and He specializes in transforming lifeless situations to those brimming with life and fruitfulness.

    In Mark 16:1, we read, “And when the Sabbath was past, Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James, and Salome, had bought sweet spices, that they might come and anoint him.”(KJV) The Lord Jesus as He had already predicted to His disciples on several occasions, was crucified on a cross at ...read more

  • Worship: Drawing Close To The Heart Of God Series

    Contributed by David Yarbrough on May 20, 2002
    based on 118 ratings
     | 25,706 views

    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

  • The Church Is Closed But The Grave Is Still Open!

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on Apr 14, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,604 views

    I delivered this sermon Easter Sunday 2020 at the height of the pandemic.

    Title: “It’s Easter the Church building is Empty” Scripture: John 20 and various Type: Thematic Where: GNBC Easter 2020 Intro: Today is Easter Sunday 2020, and as such, it is in my opinion the most important day of the Christian calendar. This is the day we celebrate Christ’s triumph over ...read more

  • Are You A Follower Of Jesus

    Contributed by Darrin Fish on Sep 3, 2015
     | 4,433 views

    The biggest threat to churches today is fans who call themselves Christians but they aren’t interested in following Jesus. They want to be close enough to get all the benefits, but not so close that it requires anything from them. Adopted from "Not a Fan"

    Are you a Follower of Jesus • For a lot of us as Christians we dismiss this question because it almost feels redundant or unnecessary. When it comes to life people generally fall into 2 categories 1. The Jesus Fish on the back of the car group • These are the people who think the ...read more

  • Close To The Cross But Far From The Blood

    Contributed by Joseph Marshall on Aug 13, 2002
    based on 36 ratings
     | 5,763 views

    Today, we find many people who are very close to the Cross and to Jesus; however, they are no different than someone who has never heard of the Cross or Jesus. You see, just like those who have never heard, they are not under the Blood of Christ!

    Introduction: Today, we find many people who are very close to the Cross and to Jesus; however, they are no different than someone who has never heard of the Cross or Jesus. You see, just like those who have never heard, they are not under the Blood of Christ! You may ask, “Why do you have to be ...read more

  • Keeping A Close Watch On Our Examples

    Contributed by Todd Riley on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 54 ratings
     | 3,609 views

    Sometimes we do not want others following in our footsteps öthat could be our children, wives, fellow church members, co workers, etc.

    Sometimes we do not want others following in our footsteps öthat could be our children, wives, fellow church members, co workers, etc. There are things about us, things that we have done, things that currently describe us that each one of us would say "Do not follow me in this" Between you and ...read more

  • So Close, And Yet So Far

    Contributed by Ron Hicks on Aug 16, 2006
    based on 18 ratings
     | 9,133 views

    On judgment day, many will recognize God’s voice, then realize just how close they were to Him and yet was so far away.

    SO CLOSE, AND YET SO FAR Eph 2:13 13 But now in Christ Jesus ye who sometimes were far off are made nigh by the blood of Christ. Sitting across the table from Him was Judas. (Been with Jesus throughout His entire ministry, leaves the table, sneaks out into night to betray Him) Wasn’t he close ...read more

  • Close To Sinners, Far From Sin Series

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Nov 13, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,713 views

    25th in series on Joshua. This is about avoiding evil, but still being near unbelievers. Somehow Jesus was holy, even though He was near unholy people. It must be possible for us too.

    Joshua 23:1-16 – Close to Sinners, Far From Sin There’s an old story about a man who tried to save the city of Sodom from destruction by warning the citizens. But the people ignored him. One day someone asked, “Why bother everyone? You can’t change them.” “Maybe I can’t,” the man replied, ...read more

  • From Closed Doors To Open Minds

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Apr 29, 2006
    based on 36 ratings
     | 8,798 views

    Contemporary Chrsitians are tempted to sit behind the secure walls of the church rather than engage the enemy of sin in the world. But, Christ Jesus calls us to leave the closed doors and open our minds to his gospel by living and sharing it with others.

    Luke 24: 36 – 48 Closed Doors to Open Minds Intro: Agoraphobia – fear of open spaces – people who cannot go outside and spend their entire life closed up inside a house or apartment. I’ve often wondered how these people earn a living or get their groceries. What happens when they get sick? --- ...read more

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