Sermons on Closeness Of God:

The One Who Knows You

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Sep 12, 2006

They say as you go through life, it isn’t as important what you know as it is whom you know. Well, they’re close to being right...

They say that as you go through life it isn’t as important what you know as whom you know. This morning, I want to suggest this is true, but I’ll go even one better. It’s not even so much who you know, but the one who knows you. Even in a competitive, knowledge-based industry like computers – ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

Is God A Has Been? Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 23, 2010

When one of the Sons of Korah looked at the current horrible disasters, he could not understand why God allowed these things. Like him, we struggle with reconciling God’s character and what God permits, especially when it strikes close to home.

Is God A Has Been? (Psalm 44) 1. We do not have a lot of information about the Sons of Korah, but we do about their competing group, the Sons of Asaph. 2. According to I Chronicles 25:1-3, "David, together with the commanders of the army, set apart some of the sons of Asaph, Heman and Jeduthun ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 44:1-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The God Who Shows Himself

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Apr 17, 2019

This is a sermon based on Jesus' encounter with Thomas following the Resurrection. It focuses on how the LORD Jesus revealed Himself to Thomas and helped Thomas find faith, security and peace.

Scripture: John 20:24 – 31 Title: The God Who Shows Himself INTRO: Grace and peace this morning in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! I want to talk to you about the God who cares so much that He takes the extra time to reveal Himself to us even in those times that we may not ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-31, Judges 7:9-14, Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Nazarene

"Not Far From The Kingdom Of God”

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 13, 2003

When the time runs out in the life of an individual, “coming close” to the kingdom of God leads to far more than disappointment...it ends in eternal separation from God.

“NOT FAR FROM THE KINGDOM OF GOD” "Then one of the scribes came, and having heard them reasoning together, perceiving that He had answered them well, asked Him, "Which is the first commandment of all?" Jesus answered him, "The first of all the commandments is: ’Hear, O Israel, the LORD our God, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34, Mark 12:34

Denomination: Baptist

The Cup Of Salvation

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Apr 20, 2016

What causes the psalmist to break out in his expression of love? The salvation of the Lord. Close to death, the Lord delivered him.

Psalm 116:1-19 The Cup of Salvation 4/20/00 Introduction Some of you may have picked up in the order of service that we are going through the six psalms of ascent sung by pilgrims making their way to Jerusalem for the Passover. As would have been traditional, Jesus and his disciples most likely ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:1-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Sacrificial Love Of God Series

Contributed by Todd Catteau on Mar 11, 2026

I want to linger here before we close this series — because there's one more facet of God's greatness we haven't named yet, and it may be the most stunning of all. God is sacrificially loving.

**The Sacrificial Love of God** **Introduction: The Guide on the River** Several years ago, our family packed up and headed to Red River, New Mexico. Henriann and I, Melanie and Cina — the girls were young, maybe 8 and 10. We were looking for adventure, and we found it in the form of a white ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:4-6, 2 Timothy 1:9, Philippians 2:5-8, John 1:1, John 1:14, Romans 5:6-8, 1 John 4:10, Matthew 20:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Recent Prophecy Reveals Why You Must Climb The Mountain Of God's Love Series

Contributed by Louis Posthauer on Apr 1, 2022

Throughout the Old and New Testaments there are clear references to the mountain of God. We want look more closely at the spiritual mountain that the New Testament focuses closely on. That is the mountain of love—God's love.

Throughout the Old and New Testaments there are clear references to the mountain of God. Yes, there is a physical, literal mountain on the earth that will be the culmination of all history as Christ returns and rules (Micah 4, Ps. 68). Many prophecies across thousands of years affirm this. Since ...read more

The Secret Of Happiness Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Mar 17, 2006

How do we find happiness? Paul gives us some fantastically good advice! For the non-formulaic (that’s me!) this is as close to a formula as you get!

The secret of happiness. Phil 4:4-9 WBC 19.03.06am Well- another fantastic passage this morning. Tonight is ’the secret of contentment"- which is slightly different - and I don’t want to be a hypocrite, this morning. I’m not saying this is something I’ve got sussed. Sometimes I’m a good example of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

Repairing The Wickets

Contributed by Ruthie Velazquez-Paredes on Oct 31, 2021

What is a wicket? Opening or entrance made in a wall.

Isaiah 58:12 Your people will rebuild the ancient ruins and will raise up the age-old foundations; you will be called Repairer of Broken Walls (wickets), Restorer of Streets with Dwellings. Introduction: Two of the best-known companies in this city have a slogan that catches my attention: 1) ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:12

Denomination: Church Of God

Friendships Are Important - Friends Accomplish More - Alone Is Dangerous! Series

Contributed by John Wright on Feb 13, 2010

Friendship are important when they are with the right people, friends can accomplish more together than they can by their self and often times trying to go through life all alone is dangerous, both physically and spiritually.

Introduction 1. Open your bibles please to 2 Corinthians 6:14-18. Hold this reference. 2. There are many passages that teach the importance of having friends. They teach that two are better than one in most all situations. 3. We will discuss some of the passages from the bible that will help us ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12, Ecclesiastes 4:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Knock, Knock

Contributed by John Mccormack on Jun 5, 2013

OPEN THE DOOR! LET CHRIST IN!

KNOCK, KNOCK INTRODUCTION: JOHN, THE WRITER OF REVELATION, SENT SEVEN LETTERS TO VARIOUS CHURCHES. SOME CHURCHES WERE COMPLIMENTED; SOME WERE NOT. THE LAODICEA CHURCH WAS NOT COMPLIMENTED, RATHER, REBUKED (REVELATION 3: 15). SPIRITUAL INSIGHT: REVELATION 3: 20 (NKJV) BEHOLD, I STAND AT THE ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:20

Denomination: Baptist

Infinite, Immense And Goodness Of God Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Apr 24, 2017

While comprehending the ineffable is a task beyond human ability, through the Spirit of God our souls who yearn for Him can be close to Him. This first part of this series will look at the infinity, immensity and goodness of God.

ATTRIBUTES OF GOD PART1: INFINITE, IMMENSE, GOOD Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 “Lord how great is our dilemma, in thy presence silence best becomes us but love inflames our hearts and constrains us to speak. Were we to hold our peace the stones would cry out, yet if ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 150:1-6, Psalm 104:1-3, Matthew 7:11

Denomination: Baptist

The Armor Of God In The Last Days

Contributed by Richard Wafford on Apr 15, 2022

When evil closes in on Christian's everywhere we are going to need to be fully armed with the armor of God's truth. To abide in Christ as the vine is to be able to stand firm in the midst of chaos and wickedness.

Crucial is The Armor of God in the Last Days Scripture: Ephesians 6:10–13 10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. 11 Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. 12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-13, John 15:5, Daniel 11:21

Denomination: Baptist

Elevate To The Next Level: "Transformational Thinking”

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Nov 30, 2025

If we’re serious about changing our lives, we need to start by transforming the way we think. This message will explore our need to reflect on God—His goodness, greatness, and closeness. If we don’t begin changing our thinking, nothing will change.

Elevate to the Next Level: “Transformational Thinking” Watch on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=328O82FD4cY Our minds are an extraordinary creation of God. They process billions of bits of information and recall 800 memories per second. No computer can match the mind’s ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:7, Romans 12:2, 2 Corinthians 10:3-5, 1 Corinthians 10:23, Romans 8:28, Psalm 147:5, Jeremiah 32:27, Psalm 69:14-16, Psalm 112:1-4, Psalm 34:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

Legion’s Legacy—part 3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 12, 2002

Jesus encountered a demoniac in the country of the Gerasenes/Gadarenes. Demons in close association with people leave their mark upon humanity. What is the legacy of demonic influence? ...of demons in close association with people? Part 3 of a 3-part ser

LEGION’S LEGACY—Part III—Luke 8:26-39 Jesus encountered a demoniac in the country of the Gerasenes/Gadarenes. Demons in close association with people leave their mark upon those people. What is the legacy of demons in close association with people? Legion’s Legacy is... 1. SQUALOR ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:26-39

Denomination: Baptist