Sermons on Closed To Others:

Sermon # 16 - The Lord Is Close At Hand Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on May 1, 2023

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

Scripture: Mark 16:1, Luke 8:1-3, John 20:10-11, John 20:14-15, John 11:3, John 11:6, John 11:32, Numbers 17:5, Numbers 17:8, Luke 2:48-49, Luke 1:32, Colossians 1:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Close To The Cross, But Far From The Blood

Contributed by Jeremy Morford on Mar 15, 2008

Four Soldiers were at the foot of the cross, but they were not repenting, but gambling! Why? Because they were distracted by Duty, Desires, and Deception.

Intro: Easter is coming earlier this year and I have been thinking about the cross. This morning, I would like to look at four men whose names we are not given. They are the four soldiers that gambled for Jesus’ clothes. One of the mysteries of the crucifixion is that there were so many who ...read more

Scripture: John 19:23-24

Denomination: Holiness

Meant For Each Other

Contributed by Richard L. Brown on Nov 2, 2016

This is a wedding sermon that expresses the providence of God within the covenant of marriage.

“Meant For Each Other” Adam and Sara What a truly wonderful day this is! Today, the Great I AM, Jehovah God himself has call us all together, as brothers and sisters in Christ, to witness this Holy covenant made between Him and Adam and Sara. We know throughout history, God has dealt with ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:4-5, Genesis 2:24

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Praying Together With Others Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Jul 11, 2010

One of the most important lessons we can learn in prayer is the power of agreeing together with other believers. When we pray together, miraculous things happen.

THE SCHOOL OF PRAYER #2: TOGETHER WITH OTHERS CHILDREN’S PRAYERS: Dear God: Please help me is school. I need help in spelling, adding, history, geography and writing. I don’t need help in anything else. Lois, 9 Dear God: Please send a new baby for Mommy. The new baby you sent last week cries ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:19-20

Denomination: *other

Criticize Others Carefully Series

Contributed by Leslie Tarlton on Nov 19, 2014

We sometimes criticize others unfairly. We don't know all their circumstances, nor their motives. Only God, who is aware of all the facts, is able to judge people righteously.

The Letter to the Romans Chapter 2:1-11 “Criticize others Carefully” November 1, 2009 PRAY Heavenly Father, INTRODUCTION We sometimes criticize others unfairly. We don't know all their circumstances, nor their motives. Only God, who is aware of all the facts, is able to judge ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Humanity And Compassion For Others Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Mar 5, 2015

Part two- acting like Jesus is showing this world the compassion that Jesus has for each one of us.

Thinking, Acting, Being like Jesus Humanity and Compassion for others Introduction- Turn with me to John 3:16. You see it on the screen. “For God so loved the world, that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.” That ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Nazarene

Keep God's Word Close At Hand

Contributed by Christopher Raiford on Aug 1, 2002

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

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:9-14, Deuteronomy 30:1-33

Denomination: Lutheran

Samaritans And Other Sinners

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jun 17, 2007

A look at how Jesus treats sinners.

Eastern European Jews in the early 1900s had a very ordered society that was not so different from the Jewish culture of Jesus’ day. Their attitudes toward women were very similar. For them, the world of sacred and scholarly learning belonged only to men. In the movie Yentl, a young, unmarried ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-19

Denomination: Methodist

The Consequences Of Exploiting Others Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 10, 2024

Everyone has a unique capacity to cope with toxic behavior, and it's important to recognize that some individuals may be more vulnerable to its effects.

The Bible teaches us that our treatment of others has a direct impact on our own lives. Those who take advantage of others, exploiting their vulnerabilities and resources, will ultimately suffer the consequences of their actions. On the other hand, those who show kindness and compassion to the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:31, Exodus 22:22-23, Isaiah 10:1-2, Daniel 5:27

The Church Is Closed But The Grave Is Still Open!

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Apr 14, 2020

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

Scripture: John 20:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

One Way Or The Other

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Aug 28, 2010

Jesus gives two ways for people to choose, the choice is simple: one way or the other

Intro: we live in a world with too many choices: if you want chips, there are 50 different kinds of chips, soda’s 50 choices, if you want to paint something—500 shades to choose from—it all gets pretty confusing at times. But with Jesus Christ, He makes it simple, there are two roads, one leads to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus On Judging Others Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Sep 28, 2008

Part 11 of a 13 week series Hearing Jesus Again. This message looks at how judgement and condemnation of others takes us outside of God’s Kingdom.

Jesus On Judging Others and God-Pushing Part 11 in series Hearing Jesus Again Wildwind Community Church David Flowers July 26, 2008 When was the last time you felt blamed or condemned or looked down on by somebody? Your boss. A friend. A co-worker. An employee at a store where you were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-5

Denomination: Free Methodist

Spurring Each Other On Series

Contributed by David Owens on Dec 15, 2009

This sermon concludes the series on the "one another" passages. We can spur one another on by our presence, example and words.

A. I want to begin by sharing some actual excuse notes sent by parents. They were collected by the University of Texas and include the original spellings. 1. “My son is under a doctor’s care and should not take P.E. today. Please execute him.” 2. “Dear School: Please ekscuse John being absent ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:23-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Help Others On The Road Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 16, 2012

Concern, ministry, love

HELP OTHERS ON THE ROAD Gal. 6: 1-10 (p826) January 30, 2011 INTRODUCTION: I remember a couple of years ago being at Mom's on a Friday to cut grass and the riding lawn mower wasn't acting right…and before you call me a womp about using a riding mower…it's almost 3 acres. The ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Other Side Of Failure

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Jul 13, 2019

Failure is a reality that all of us have lived. This message is encouragement and instruction on how to view and respond to failure. This is a message of Hope and Restoration!

Spiritual Encouragement and Instruction: What to do when we have failed. INTRODUCTORY ILLUSTRATIONS Most of us know Babe Ruth set a record with 714 home runs in his baseball career. But few remember he struck out 1,330 times on the way to that record. Most people know Jonas Salk discovered the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:66-72, 1 John 1:9, Isaiah 58:11-12, Psalm 30:5, Romans 11:25-36, Romans 11:29, 1 Corinthians 1:18, Psalm 51:10-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God