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  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    The End Is Near

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 2, 2004
    based on 260 ratings
     | 6,241 views

    The end is near. What should we do?

    INTRO.- ILL.- There was once an earthquake, which terrified residents. One couple sent their little boy to stay with an uncle in another town, explaining the reason for the nephew’s sudden visit. A day later the parents got an e-mail, which read, “AM RETURNING YOUR BOY. SEND THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Near The Cross

    Contributed by Mike Turner on Mar 19, 2005
    based on 69 ratings
     | 22,219 views

    Near The Cross........a message dealing with those who stood near the cross, and how their lives were touched by the Lord.

    Near The Cross John 19:23-30 Jesus, keep me near the cross, There a precious fountain Free to all, a healing stream Flows from Calvary’s mountain. Refrain In the cross, in the cross, Be my glory ever; Till my raptured soul shall find Rest beyond the river. Near the cross, a trembling ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Phil Anderson avatar

    Near The Waters

    Contributed by Phil Anderson on May 13, 2004
    based on 114 ratings
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    A look at the long journey we take as Christians once we find Jesus as our Savior...the great battles and the great victories we experience.

    “Near the Waters” Exodus 15:22-27 EX 15:22 Then Moses led Israel from the Red Sea and they went into the Desert of Shur. For three days they traveled in the desert without finding water. 23 When they came to Marah, they could not drink its water because it was bitter. (That is why the place is ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Near Is Not Enough

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Feb 9, 2007
    based on 16 ratings
     | 8,561 views

    Nearly never made any one a Christian

    Near Is Not Enough Mark 12:28-34 When our children were little we would travel from Washington to Brunswick usually about twice a year. We would no sooner get on the road than I would hear a voice from the back seat, “Are we there yet?” My answer would be, “It’s not far.” Anyone who has ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    The End Is Near Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 25, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,306 views

    Like paratroopers who have been dropped behind enemy lines, Christians have a job to do in sometimes-unfriendly territory.

    The End is Near (I Peter 4:7-11) 1. AT&T fired President John Walter after nine months, saying he lacked intellectual leadership. He received a $26 million severance package. Perhaps it’s not Walter who’s lacking intelligence. Police in Oakland, California spent two hours attempting to subdue a ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Robert Cox avatar

    The End Is Near!!!

    Contributed by Robert Cox on Sep 22, 2006
     | 3,782 views

    It has become "old hat" for some believers nowdays. They will believe it when they see it (gonna be too late then!)...

    Mat 24:3As Jesus was sitting on the Mount of Olives, the disciples came to him privately. "Tell us," they said, "when will this happen, and what will be the sign of your coming and of the end of the age?" 4Jesus answered: "Watch out that no one deceives you. 5For many will come in my name, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Daniel Habben avatar

    The Lord Is Near

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 15, 2004
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,297 views

    The Lord Is Near. Be joyful. Be peaceful.

    As I was talking to my five-year old nephew this past week I wondered out loud how many more days it was until Christmas. Without hesitation Sheldon said: “Fourteen.” Hmm, you don’t suppose he’s excited for Christmas do you? This is the interesting thing about Christmas, as it draws closer it ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Near The Cross

    Contributed by Martin Scarce on Jan 8, 2003
    based on 1,285 ratings
     | 164,524 views

    What was it like to stand near the cross of Jesus? We examine four people who stood near the cross and try to understand what it would have meant for them.

    “Near The Cross” Introduction: John 19:23-30 When Jesus was crucified I wonder how near the cross we would have stood? We sing that grand old hymn – “Jesus, keep me near the cross…there a precious fountain”, but how near the cross would we have been if we were there to witness Jesus’ ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James May avatar

    The End Is Near

    Contributed by James May on Jun 5, 2005
    based on 29 ratings
     | 12,007 views

    Every sign, both in the heavens and the earth, point to the soon return of Christ.

    THE END IS NEAR By Pastor Jim May I want to speak to you this morning concerning a message that God has given in His Word for all who are called by His name. God has a Word for you and I and it’s a word of encouragement and strength for those who will hear what He has to say. God wants you to ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Thomas McCracken avatar

    Near The Cross

    Contributed by Thomas Mccracken on Apr 12, 2012
    based on 10 ratings
     | 10,718 views

    According to statistics, revealed by Christianity Today, 85 percent of our country claims to be near the cross, classifiying themselves as Christian. But, being near cross may not be enough. This sermon will focus on three groups of people that were nea

    Near the Cross John 14:19 Introduction: Our culture is saturated with marketing that attaches a jingle, catch phrase, or symbol to a product so that we, the consumer, make a connection by sound or sight and become loyal to a brand or company. Here are some jingle examples, please finish them if ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Time Is Near Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jan 13, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,474 views

    An introduction to the book of Revelation

    [To receive a free sermon each week by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com] AN INTRODUCTION TO THE BOOK OF REVELATION 1. Revelation is an UNVEILING. The revelation [apokalypsis] (v. 1a). - The word “apocalypse” comes from the Greek work apokalypsis (used 18 times in the NT). ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Boyne avatar

    God Is Near

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 25, 2012
     | 3,549 views

    God does not abandon us during out times of trial.

    God is Near January 13, 2008 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: God does not abandon us during out times of trial. Focus Passage: Psalm 23 Introduction: Furlough 2002-3, took kids to Bell’s. Had lots of fun, tried to keep them from running off. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Davon Huss avatar

    The End Is Near

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 28, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,304 views

    A sermon on 1 Peter 4:7-11 on service (Most ideas taken from fellow Sermon Central Contributors, Thanks!)

    Sermon for 8/19/2007 1 Peter 4:7-11 Introduction: B. Vs. 7 says that the end is near. William Miller came to Christ in the mid-19th century. It was a time when, much the same as today, there was a keen interest in the prophecies of the Bible, especially concerning the return of Christ. Right ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • David DeWitt avatar

    He Is Near Series

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 25, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,117 views

    Christ came near to us at Christmas

    He is Near Series: Prepare the Way Luke 1:1-25 December 1, 2013 Morning Service This message is adapted from the Wesleyan Church materials called Prepare the Way The season of Advent seems to be filled with a need to wait. Waiting is not always the biggest strong suit of people. We live in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Craig Condon avatar

    The End Is Near

    Contributed by Craig Condon on May 2, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,224 views

    We must remember that this earthly life is not all that there is. We must keep looking beyond our earthly life, which is passing away. We must remain invested in the world in order to do the work God has given us to do.

    Do you ever get the feeling that time is passing by quickly? Do you ever feel that you have too much to do and not enough time to do it? If so, then you can probably appreciate the sense of urgency that Paul has in the reading from 1 Corinthians 7:29-31, which we heard earlier in today’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican