SermonCentral Logo SermonCentral Logo Sermon Central
Sermons
Free Sermons and Sermon Outlines for Preaching :

Sermons on Closing The Gap:

showing 226-240 of 81,371
Filter Results
Close Filters

Scripture

Rating

Date

Denominations

  • Show more

Language

Structure

Sermon Type

Audience

Popular Preaching Resources

New Sermon Series Now Available

Everything you need for your next series

AI Sermon Generator

Generate sermon ideas with a safe, secure tool for solid preaching.

Biblical Sermon Calendar

Customizable sermon manuscripts for verse-by-verse preaching

Sermon Research Assistant

Free custom sermon in 5-10 minutes!

Topical Sermon Calendar

Preach with creativity and impact throughout the year

Funeral Sermon Generator

Create a personalized, heartfelt funeral sermon

Sermon Kits for Preaching

Faithful to the Finish

Peter's final call to a young and growing church

Grace and Glory

A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter

Entrusted

Gifts, risk, and the return of the King

  • Try PRO

    Confident Preaching

    Try PRO free and preach with confidence when people need it most.
    Free to start now
  • Pat Cook avatar

    Close To Sinners, Far From Sin Series

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Nov 13, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,094 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

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rodelio Mallari avatar

    When God Opens And Closes Doors

    Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 12, 2010
    based on 21 ratings
     | 23,670 views

    How do you know whether it is right or wrong to switch jobs? How do you know if it is right or wrong to move from one place to another? If you’re making major decision, how do you know it is the right or wrong thing to do?

    Intro: How do you know whether it is right or wrong to switch jobs? How do you know if it is right or wrong to move from one place to another? If you’re making major decision, how do you know it is the right or wrong thing to do? I think that there are times in our lives that doors seem to open ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: *other

  • Scott Chambers avatar

    Too Close Makes Us Uncomfortable Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Mar 1, 2011
     | 3,262 views

    is the fourth message in a series that will be a journey of discovery to gain a better understanding of the Holy Spirit's power, presence and role....This message looks at how we often experience discomfort with getting closer to the Holy Spirit.

    The majority of Christians are extremely curious in regard to the Holy Spirit. We have heard accounts of people supposedly getting the Spirit. The vast majority of us over the years have received some vague teaching in regard to Him. However, if we were really honest we would have to admit that ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Christopher Arch avatar

    The Church Is Closed But The Grave Is Still Open!

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on Apr 14, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,073 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

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Andrew Dixon avatar

    Sermon # 16 - The Lord Is Close At Hand Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on May 1, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,193 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

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Other

  • Rich O' Toole avatar

    Close To The Enemy's Fire

    Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Jan 24, 2024
     | 761 views

    While Jesus is on trial, Peter is warming himself at the enemy's fire

    Close to the Enemy’s Fire Mark 14:53-64 Good morning. Solomon asked in Proverbs 6:27, Can a man take fire to his bosom, and his clothes not be burned? NKJV According to bibleref.com, “This passage of Proverbs warns of the dangers associated with adultery. This statement is echoed by a common ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Put Out Into The Deep! Deeper, Close.

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 17, 2025
     | 238 views

    Are we satisfied to stay the same? God's plan is to PUT OUT INTO THE DEEP. There is more. Ezekiel saw a revival of a closer personal walk with God.Will we stay in shallow waters?

    PUT OUT INTO THE DEEP? LOOKING FOR THE CURE? COME DEEPER… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) (TWO PART) FINDING DEEPER MEANING… SHALLOW V. DEEPER. I was in the 7TH grade and we lived in Oliver Springs, Tennessee. My mom wanted us to learn how to ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    The God Who Opens Closed Doors Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 26, 2025
     | 181 views

    The God who opens closed doors is not limited by time, space, systems, or enemies. His authority supersedes that of men and principalities. When He opens a door, it stays open.

    THE GOD WHO OPENS CLOSED DOORS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Revelation 3:7-8 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 22:22, Psalm 24:7-10, Acts 12:10, 1 Corinthians 16:9, Matthew 7:7 INTRODUCTION: There are times in life when opportunities, breakthroughs, and divine visitations are hindered by closed ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • David Dunn avatar

    Remembering Why We’re Here

    Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 25, 2025
     | 133 views

    God opens doors the world closes, sending Spirit-led people to welcome all, proving His unstoppable grace when culture says no.

    Good morning, friends. Today we begin with a question: What do you do when the place you hoped would welcome you says there’s no room? That’s the question at the heart of Acts 8. > “An angel of the Lord said to Philip, ‘Go south to the road—the desert road that goes down from Jerusalem to ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

  • Dr. Stanley Vasu avatar

    The Lord Is Calling For Intercessors To Rise Up And Stand In The Gap

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Nov 7, 2005
    based on 26 ratings
     | 13,368 views

    THE LORD IS CALLING FOR INTERCESSORS TO RISE UP AND STAND IN THE GAP FOR THEIR PEOPLE TO BE SAVED FROM DESTRUCTION.

    THE LORD IS CALLING FOR INTERCESSORS TO RISE UP AND STAND IN THE GAP FOR THEIR PEOPLE TO BE SAVED FROM DESTRUCTION. ******************************************************************************************************************* 1.THE LORD WANTS US TO CRY OUT TO HIM IN TIMES OF DANGER AND ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Donald Whitchard avatar

    Alternative Creation Theory No.2 - The Gap Theory

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on May 21, 2023
     | 1,615 views

    There are four "theories" used by some believers to explain our origins apart from the biblical account of creation. We looked at "theistic evolution". Now we will look at the "Gap Theory". Is it a legitimate alternative? We need to examine its claims.

    Four basic creation "theories" have been promoted by Christian theists over the years as alternatives to the biblical account of creation as recorded in the book of Genesis. They are theistic evolution, the gap theory, the day/age theory, and progressive creationism, each one contrived ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Charles Jones avatar

    Who’s Standing In The Gap For You? Besides Jesus? Series

    Contributed by Charles Jones on May 10, 2025
     | 945 views

    God was searching for someone to stand in the gap, to intercede, to hold back judgment, to cover the people in prayer. But He found none! Are you willing to stand in the gap?

    Who’s Standing in the Gap for You? Besides Jesus? Scripture: Ezekiel 22:30 (KJV) “And I sought for a man among them, that should make up the hedge, and stand in the gap before me for the land, that I should not destroy it: but I found none.” Introduction: Church, I came to ask you today: Who ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Michael Karpf avatar

    Faith Tested

    Contributed by Michael Karpf on Jun 30, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,169 views

    God tests our faith when He closes doors, but this leads to an even better open door.

    FAITH TESTED Hebrews 11:6 Thank you for the opportunity to share with you again. I’ve been asked several times, “Are you ready?” My answer is, I’m never ready. When it’s time you do it relying on God’s help. So let’s do that now. I like hearing Ptr ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • tim vamosi avatar

    Draw Near - Part Three

    Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Jan 12, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,782 views

    Draw Near – Whatever It Takes

    OPEN: Today I wanted to focus one more time on the topic of drawing near to God. In James we were told: "Come near to God and he will come near to you." This morning we are going to be looking at a woman who has a desperate faith. She was determined to get to Jesus not matter what it took. ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Babatunmishe Oke avatar

    Iron Heavens, Brass Earth

    Contributed by Babatunmishe Oke on Feb 18, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,435 views

    One of the worst situations a human can experience is what we call iron heavens and brass earth. God is always particular about the consequences of idol worship.

    Leviticus 26 26 ‘You shall not make idols for yourselves; neither a carved image nor a sacred pillar shall you rear up for yourselves; nor shall you set up an engraved stone in your land, to bow down to it; for I am the Lord your God. 14 ‘But if you do not obey Me, and do not observe all these ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Pentecostal