Sermons on Close Relationship:

Seek God & Be Sought By God: Obeying The Magnetic Tug At Your Heart Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 12, 2024

Draw near to God, with a full heart, loving God with all your heart. And believe Jesus really loves you and wants to be with you too!

"Bruce Larson tells how he helped people struggling to surrender their lives to Christ: For many years I worked in New York City and counseled at my office any number of people who were wrestling with this yes-or-no decision. Often I would suggest they walk with me from my office down to the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:6-7, John 6:44, 1 Corinthians 2:14, Matthew 6:33, Isaiah 45:22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Beauty Of Submission Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 22, 2025

1 Peter 3:5 offers a powerful and counter-cultural message about the beauty of submission.

In 1 Peter 3:5, the apostle Peter writes, "For this is the way the holy women of the past who put their hope in God used to adorn themselves. They submitted themselves to their own husbands." This verse provides valuable insights into the biblical concept of submission and its ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:5

Behaviors Men Should Avoid With Their Wives Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 22, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore few behaviors that men should avoid with their wives, along with biblical guidance and wisdom.

As husbands, we are called to love and cherish our wives, just as Christ loves and cherishes the church (Ephesians 5:25-33). However, there are certain behaviors that can damage our relationships and hinder our ability to fulfill this biblical mandate. In this sermon, we will explore few behaviors ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 12:1, Ephesians 4:29-32

The Danger Of Holding Grudges

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 19, 2025

This message highlights the severe consequences of holding grudges while encouraging forgiveness and reconciliation.

THE DANGER OF HOLDING GRUDGES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 4:31-32 "Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, clamour, and evil speaking be put away from you, with all malice. And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God in Christ forgave ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:31-32, Matthew 6:14-15, Hebrews 12:14-15, Colossians 3:13, Proverbs 19:11, Romans 12:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Husbands, Love Your Wives Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Oct 27, 2021

Husband, if you’ll love the wife you have, you’ll may very well get the wife you want. It may take years of love and sacrifice to get there, but your sacrifice but will lead to your reward.

Open your Bibles to Ephesians 5:25-27 with me. We continue our year-long study of Ephesians and our recent series on marriage. Someone recently asked a wife why she chose to marry an obnoxious man. She quickly surveyed the available men and said, “Supply chain issues.” I am not claiming to be an ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-27

Denomination: Baptist

Built To Last Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 7, 2021

Church congregations need to withstand storms: changes in membership, changes in leadership, differing political situations, changes in culture, and a host of potential challenges. Church congregations need to be strengthened and reinforced.

Built to Last (Romans 16:1-27) Intro 1. My kids just got a puppy that is scared of every appliance in the house, but one in particular. I suggested they name the dog, “Nature.” Because nature abhors a vacuum. 2. Appliances are not what they used to be. Old appliances were built to last. 3. We had ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:1-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

When To Set Boundaries And To Block A Toxic Family Member Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 7, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore what the Bible says about removing a family member from your life and provide few signs that may indicate God is telling you to block a toxic family member.

As Christians, we are called to love and forgive others, including our family members. However, there are times when setting boundaries or distancing ourselves from toxic family members is necessary for our emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being. In this sermon, we will explore what the Bible ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:51-53, Matthew 7:6

The Battle For The Mind And Understanding Intrusive Thoughts From A Biblical Perspective Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 22, 2025

Intrusive thoughts are unwanted, involuntary thoughts, images, or urges that invade our minds, often causing distress, anxiety, or discomfort.

As Christians, we are constantly engaged in a spiritual battle for our minds. The enemy seeks to infiltrate our thoughts, planting seeds of doubt, fear, and anxiety. One of the most insidious tactics used by the enemy is the introduction of intrusive thoughts. These unwanted, disturbing thoughts ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8, Ephesians 6:12

The Shepherd And The Sheep (1) Series

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Mar 1, 2021

Psalms 23 is one of the most loved Psalms in the Bible. David spoke intimately of his relationship with the Lord. He was the sheep while the Lord was the shepherd. The shepherd's provision, protection, preservation and presence is clearly highlighted.

TEXT: Psalms 23:1-6 (NLT) "The lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need. He lets me rest in green meadows; he leads me beside peaceful streams. He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to his name. Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Prepare To Meet Thy God

Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 24, 2012

A gospel sermon on Amos 4:12 (Outline and material adapted from Ed Wood of Sermon Central: http://www.sermoncentral.com/sermons/prepare-to-meet-thy-god-ed-wood-sermon-on-evangelism-urgency-123934.asp. Closing illustration taken from Frederick Baker II o

HoHum: There are many important events that take place in a person’s life: Birth, first word, first step, first date, marriage, first job, first promotion, etc. Not all of these happen in every life. Regardless of the person, or the event, no experience can outmeasure the experience of ...read more

Scripture: Amos 4:10-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

4 Steps Closer: Aligning Your Life With God’s Will

Contributed by Bob Mcgill on Oct 18, 2025

Every believer wants to draw closer to God, but real closeness doesn’t come from emotion—it comes from alignment. This message walks through four practical steps to align your thoughts, beliefs, actions, and words with God’s truth so your life reflects His presence and power.

Title 4 Steps Closer: Aligning Your Life with God’s Will ? Intro Every one of us wants to be closer to God. We want His presence in our lives, His peace in our hearts, and His power to help us every day. But the truth is, life often pulls us away. We get busy, we get distracted, and sometimes ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8, 2 Corinthians 10:5, 2 Timothy 1:7, Proverbs 18:21

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Should I Behave In Worship? Series

Contributed by Don Hawks on Jul 1, 2002

Worship is the way we live everyday—that we do here on Sunday morning is only practice—it is only the warm-up to way life is to be lived in relationship with God and other people in the everyday world.

(Main ideas in this message from Ed Young of Fellowship Church) Today I am concluding this series of talks on worship. I thought about calling today’s message--www.godon-line.com. The www stands for the wonderful world of worship. Because this series has been about connecting with the Lord. God ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-3, Isaiah 6:5

Denomination: Methodist

29. The Kingdom Parables – The Seventh – The Dragnet – Part 5 Of 6 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Dec 19, 2025

We open up some very important verses near the end of the letter to the Laodicean church, and there is plenty for us to learn. Who responds to the knocking of Revelation 3:20? What about the discipline of the Lord in Revelation 3:19? How do we become the overcomers of Revelation 3:21?

29. THE KINGDOM PARABLES – THE SEVENTH – THE DRAGNET – PART 5 OF 6 This message concludes looking at the letter to the church at Laodicea. The previous two messages focused on this letter to the church. I have spent more time on this letter than in any of the other churches in the Kingdom ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:19, Hebrews 12:5-8, Hebrews 12:11, Revelation 3:17, Matthew 19:23-24, Revelation 3:20, John 10:7-9, John 8:12, Revelation 3:21, John 10:38, Ephesians 6:13-18, Revelation 3:22, Jeremiah 6:10, Jeremiah 17:23, Matthew 11:15, Matthew 13:43, Matthew 13:47-50  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Great Shepherd Of My Soul

Contributed by David Welch on Dec 2, 2008

Message celebrating the wonders of our great Shepherd.

“The Great Shepherd of My Soul” Psalm 23 Introduction This is probably one of the most quoted and memorized passages of the Bible next to John 3:16. It can be found on funeral brochures all around the world. It is deeply personal. It addresses every aspect of one’s life. It affirms God as our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Seven Churches Of Revelations Part 2 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 15, 2023

New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon.

NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The Bible ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:14-16, Leviticus 11:44-45

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational