Sermons on Draw Near To God:

Integrity PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

This sermon aims to explore and understand the power of integrity, the responsibility of unity, and the blessing of doing right.

Good morning, church family. I am thrilled to see you all gathered here today, eager and open to receive God's word. Today, we're going to delve into the heart of Galatians, specifically Galatians 6:1-5, where we will explore The Power of Integrity, The Responsibility of Unity, and The Blessing of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-5

Topics: Do The Right Thing

The Prayer Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Feb 26, 2002

The prayer of Jesus reflects on Jesus Prayer in the Garden.

The Prayer of Jesus Mark 14:32-42 Last Sunday was Father’s Day and I would imagine the phone lines were burning up as people were calling their dads. I phoned my dad and I got one phone call and a text from my kids. And for those whose fathers are no longer with them they probably thought ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

Extreme Makeover: Hunched Back Series

Contributed by Steven Dow on May 28, 2004

This is the fourth message in the Extreme Makeover series. Jesus would give us hunched backs from BOWing in submission to God.

EXTREME MAKEOVER: HUNCHED BACK James 4:1-10 May 30, 2004 Introduction: This morning we will be continuing our series titled Extreme Makeover. We have been going through the book of James to see what kind of a makeover Jesus would give us. We have already learned that Jesus would give us big ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-10

Living Sacrifice Series

Contributed by Peter Baumgartle on Dec 8, 2015

Romans 12:1-2

LIVING SACRIFICES OPEN: Today, we get to talk about human sacrifices! This should be fun! Any volunteers? TEXT: Romans 12:1 Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God's mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God--this is your spiritual act of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

An "Under The Sun” View Of Church Series

Contributed by John Hubert on Mar 23, 2007

Using the criticisms of the disillusioned church goer in Ecclesiastes, this message presents how Christians can grow as individuals and as a church.

Ecc 5:1-7 (ESV) Guard your steps when you go to the house of God. To draw near to listen is better than to offer the sacrifice of fools, for they do not know that they are doing evil. (2) Be not rash with your mouth, nor let your heart be hasty to utter a word before God, for God is in heaven ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Finding Humility Is Most Important Series

Contributed by Carlton Berry on Jul 15, 2022

Who is God and who is not God/

Illustration story: Child in S.S. drawing a picture of God. The child said when I get through then everybody can see what God looks Like. Moses EX. 33 – JN. 1:1 says no ONE has ever seen God But we also know that the WORD became flesh and dwelt among us. Jesus said himself If you have seen me, you ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Perfect People Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Apr 7, 2008

1st message of 4 part series in Hebrews. There are 18 messages preached in 4 sections. This is 3rd section focusing on the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross. This section was preached during the Easter season.

God Wants a Perfect People My mom tells the story of a little neighbor boy who for Christmas received a cowboy outfit. It had a cowboy hat, vest, chaps and boots. As soon as he opened up his presents he put them on and then ran to the full length mirror in his parents’ bedroom. He stood there ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:11-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Are You Weeping Jesus?

Contributed by Duane Smith on Aug 27, 2006

The prupose of this message is to draw the wondering Christian back to the Lord and to present the gospel to the lost, that they might have eternal life.

WHY ARE YOU WEEPING JESUS? Luke 19:41-42 INTRODUCTION: A. This morning you heard the children from Wacky Wednesday sing a song proclaiming “Hosanna.” 1. The idea for the song is taken from the account of what has been called “Christ’s Triumphal Entry” and is usually preached on Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:41-42

Denomination: Baptist

The Misunderstood God: The Condemning God Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Apr 21, 2013

In Christ we discover God is not cranky and condemning but loving and redeeming.

THE MISUNDERSTOOD GOD: THE CONDEMNING GOD** 1 CORINTHIANS 13:6 Big Idea: In Christ we discover God is not cranky and condemning but loving and redeeming. INTRO Have you ever spoken terrible things to a dog in a kind voice? I must confess I have. I have pet Bogey (my Cocker Spaniel) and said ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-6

Denomination: Nazarene

Encouraging Words In Desperate Times

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Feb 1, 2007

Paul understands that his life is drawing to an end and pens these encouraging words to ministers and believers in difficult ministries.

Introduction - Running toward Unseen Goal United States runner Marla Runyon has been legally blind for 22 years. Even so, she competed in the 2000 Summer Olympic Games in Sydney, Australia. In fact she qualified for the finals in the 1500 meter race. (Marla finished eighth, three seconds behind the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-5, 2 Timothy 4:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

Answering God’s Call

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jul 8, 2025

What is the barrier that stops people from answering God's (or Jesus') call?

Answering God’s call Luke 11:5 – 8 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Luke 11:5 And He said to them, “Suppose one of you has a friend, and goes to him at midnight and says to him, ‘Friend, lend me three loaves, 6 because a friend of mine has come to me from a journey and I have nothing to serve ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:5-8

Denomination: United Methodist

An Audience Of One Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Oct 1, 2015

True worship is all about God, not about us. How important it is that we serve God and communicate with Him in a way that takes the focus off of us and puts it on Him!

An Audience of One Matthew 6:1-6 "Be careful not to do your 'acts of righteousness' before men, to be seen by them. If you do, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven. 2 "So when you give to the needy, do not announce it with trumpets, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and on the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Transformed By Truth: Wisdom In Adversity Ecclesiastes 7:10 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 19, 2024

In Ecclesiastes 7:10, the wisdom of the Scriptures speaks to us, guiding us through the complexities of life. Join me today as we explore the transformative power of truth in the face of adversity, drawing insights from this verse and other passages that illuminate the path of wisdom.

Transformed by Truth: Wisdom in Adversity Introduction: In Ecclesiastes 7:10, the wisdom of the Scriptures speaks to us, guiding us through the complexities of life. Join me today as we explore the transformative power of truth in the face of adversity, drawing insights from this verse and other ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:10, Philippians 3:13-14, Proverbs 3:5-6, James 1:5, 1 Corinthians 1:24, Colossians 2:2-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Yield Of Your Life

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 27, 2009

We are the branches in His vineyard. God watches over us, and works in our lives, for the purpose of bearing more fruit. Glorifying God is our life’s purpose.

These were the parting words of Jesus, as He would soon be betrayed, to be judged and crucified. • The disciples will be separated from Him for a while, having been with Him for 3 years. He will return as the resurrected Lord in their lives. They need to stay focus and faithful to Him, to ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Growing As A Christian

Contributed by Toby Powers on Dec 29, 2005

A simple outline on how we grow in the Lord.

From the Desk of Pastor Toby Powers Truth Baptist Church Hwy 78 Bremen, GA Growing As A Christian Psalms 92:12-14 Intro: The believer is birthed into the family of God as a babe in Christ. The Lord never intended for us to remain babes, however, and he has given us the tools whereby we may grow. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 92:12-14

Denomination: Baptist