Sermons on Closeness Of God:

Communication With God Series

Contributed by Mark Perryman on Mar 6, 2008

How to stand against the devil

INTRO: So many changes in our culture, our society even within our own lives. I remember when I was in Jr. High, how I thought I knew most things, when reached H.S. I knew almost everything. Especially when it came to knowing more than my parents on issues dealing with my life. Today I realize what ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Guides Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 26, 2009

God guides. He will show the way as we take the step of faith and do His work. Adopt an attitude of dependence on God always.

God is always at work in your life. He will be there to guide you. • But He does not do that by dropping a map onto your lap, with clear markers showing you the route. • You move and He guides you. Abraham did that, Moses did that, Paul did that. • The Lord has given us the wisdom and the burden ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God And Community

Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 1, 2016

God's case has 3 basic ideas (Outline and material adapted from Bill Donahue and Russ Robinson's book, Building a Church of Small Groups, Chapter 1, In the Beginning, God: The Theological Evidence)

HoHum: In his book, “Imagine Your Life Without Fear” Max Lucado gives some significant insight when he says,"Questions can make hermits out of us, driving us into hiding. Yet the cave has no answers. Christ distributes courage through community; he dissipates doubts through fellowship. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Desiring God

Contributed by Damien Saylor on Dec 5, 2019

Sin is kept in secret, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t there. We must be willing to recognize it for Repentance to begin.

Sermon - desiring God - Carnal nature is what each of us was born into. - Labeling it like that makes it sound like it truly is, bad. - Then we go into the atmosphere of the church. Sin would be the least thing we desire. Well, it should be! - Now we take in account of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

Remnant Of God Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Nov 15, 2023

God has always had a remnant to do the work He has called us to do.

The grafting in of Gentiles and Jews Romans 11:11-24 Good morning everyone, if you could turn to Romans chapter 11verses 11-24. Continuing in our series with Christianity 101 Looking at the letter Apostle Paul wrote to the church at Rome. Understanding and seeing all the chaos that has broke ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:11-24

Denomination: Nazarene

Fellowship With God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore the importance of deep fellowship with God, as it brings fullness of joy and is vital for every believer.

Good morning, church family! I am thrilled to be here today and to dive into some precious truths found in God's Word. Today, we're going to be exploring a topic that I believe is absolutely vital for every believer - fellowship with God. We're going to be exploring this from 1John 1: 1-4. Let me ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-4

Topics: Fellowship, Human, Spiritual

God Is Faithful PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 12, 2023

To encourage the church family to live in constant joy, gratitude, and trust in God, even amidst the chaos of the world.

Good morning, Church Family! I'm glad we're all here today to dive into God's Word together. We're going to unpack a passage that's all about joy, gratitude, and trust - all things we could use a little more of in our lives. You know, the great theologian Karl Barth once said, "To clasp the hands ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24

Topics: Trusting God

The Peace Of God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 24, 2023

This sermon explores understanding, embodying, and sharing the peace of God, which transcends human understanding and is found in the presence of God.

Ladies and gentlemen, brothers and sisters in Christ, I greet you with the love and affection of our Lord Jesus Christ. As we gather here today, let us open our hearts and minds to the Word of God, allowing it to shape, nourish, and fortify our spirits. Our focal passage for today's sermon is from ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:7

Topics: Peace

The Love Of God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 18, 2023

This sermon explores the grandeur of God's love, its promise of an eternal throne, and its embodiment in us, urging us to live reflecting this love.

Good morning, dear church family. It's a joy to gather with you today, as we gather under the banner of God's grace, united by His love, and guided by His Word. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to Psalm 89:1-4, a passage that radiates the grandeur of God, the guarantee of His eternal throne, and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 89:1-4

Topics: 4th Sunday, Love

Relying On God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 1, 2024

This sermon explores God's providence, the power of perseverance, and the promise of deliverance, as illustrated in Jeremiah 38:1-28.

Good morning, beloved family of God. Isn't it a joy to gather together in His presence once again? To be able to sit in the shadow of His love, basking in the warmth of His grace, and feasting on the nourishment of His Word? I am excited to share with you today a message from the book of Jeremiah, ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 38:1-28

Topics: Total Surrender, God

"A Fresh Start”

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Mar 23, 2005

When we get shaken up a bit, let us close our eyes and imagine God saying, “DON”T GIVE UP, I’M STILL HERE”

“A Fresh Start” Acts 16:25-31 JOKE: “New Years Resolutions” A couple sat facing their marriage counselor who asked, “Why are you here to see me?” The wife answered, “Well it all started when we thought it might be cute to choose each other’s New Year’s resolutions” INTRODUCTION: New Years Eve is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:25-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Honoring Dad And Mom

Contributed by Greg Nance on Oct 9, 2012

Honoring God is closely followed by honoring parents. This is no accidental order in the Ten Commandments list. We do well to pay attention here and help our children follow this.

Don’t you enjoy watching your kids learn as they grow up? Think of all the things you teach your children: How to walk, talk, pray, trust God, follow Jesus, Bible characters, eat, clean up, tie shoes, dress, share, sit quietly in church, get along with brothers or sisters, and on and on. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Let The Day Star Arise In Our Hearts

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 27, 2016

To show that we need to pay close attention to GOD's WORDS - the LORD JESUS and His WORDS so that the Day Star or Morning Star will rise up within our hearts.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you an overcomer? Yes, because the Day Star lives within me. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to pay close attention to GOD's WORDS - the LORD JESUS and His WORDS so that the Day Star or Morning Star will rise up within our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Hero's Power, Position, And Person Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jan 31, 2012

When the religious authorities fail in their attempt to trip up Jesus with the Scriptures they descend to character assassination. They come dangerously close to eternal separation from God. How can that happen?

No one could deny that Jesus was different than anyone who had ever walked the earth. The words He spoke rang true and reamed His opponents. His actions were unmatched—healing, setting people free from possession and disease. His enemies, the Jewish leaders of the day, tried to trip Him up ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:6-35

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

God Is Love

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Jun 4, 2004

According to 1 John 4, God is love because His love is personal, proven, perfecting, and preserving. Power Point is avaible, just e-mail me.

If this sermon is helpful to you look for my latest book, “The Greatest Commands: Learning To Love Like Jesus.” Each chapter is sermon length, alliterated, and focuses on the life and love of Jesus. You can find it here: www.amazon.com/gp/product/1606471120 GOD IS LOVE Scott R. Bayles, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21, 1 John 5:1

Denomination: Christian Church