Sermons about Drawing Near To God

Time Draweth Near

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jul 1, 2011

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Be ready my friend for he is coming soon.

Time Draweth Near Luke 21: 7And they asked him, saying, Master, but when shall these things be? and what sign will there be when these things shall come to pass? 8And he said, Take heed that ye be not deceived: for many shall come in my name, saying, I am Christ; ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:8

Denomination: Baptist

Closer

Contributed by Greg Burcham on Sep 4, 2016

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This sermon deals with some of the reasons we fail to draw close to God and the virtues of being close to God.

How close is close enough? Closer Zeno’s paradox. Imagine I had high school boys and girls lined up at opposite ends of the gym and had them half the distance between them every 10 seconds, how long would it be before they are touching? Well, if I always half the distance, they will never ...read more

Scripture: James 4:8

Denomination: Baptist

Margin Of Grace

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Dec 23, 2023

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The reason God has given us a margin of grace is so that we might reconsider and draw near to him, not to remove the consequences of staying at arms length.

Nearly a quarter-century after most of the world signed a convention outlawing the use of antipersonnel landmines, the number of people being killed or maimed by these insidious and lethal weapons remains high—and rising. The Landmine Monitor for 2021, released on November 10, reported 7,073 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 30:1-20, 2 Samuel 6:6-9, 2 Kings 17:24-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Near-Sighted Church

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 17, 2011

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In this sermon we look at what causes evangelistic near-sightedness and how to overcome that condition. This sermon is based on an excellent sermon by Dan Williams.

Introduction: A. I like the story of the policeman who pulled a lady driver over and asked for her license. 1. After looking at her license, he said, “Lady, it says here that you should be wearing glasses.” 2. The woman answered, “Well, I have contacts.” 3. The policeman ...read more

Scripture: John 4:34-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Command For A New Year (Draw Nigh Unto Me And I Will Draw Nigh Unto You)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 27, 2023

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This time of the year we are told that the Palm Readers do their greatest amount of business.

That should not surprise us!!! People are going to them to see what this coming year holds for them. Of course this is a waste of time and money because no man knows what the future holds. Palm reading is a practice that involves interpreting the lines and shapes of one’s hand to predict their ...read more

Scripture: James 4:8

Denomination: Baptist

The Superior Order Of Melchizedek Series

Contributed by Dan Neary on Feb 5, 2007

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The appearance of Melchizedek in Hebrews 7 is there to draw us not to this mysterious figure Melchizedek, but there to draw us to God through Jesus Christ.

Superior Order Questions, questions, questions. As far as I’m concerned, it is good for us to come to moments like these and ask our questions. We should bring our really big questions, right? Who – What – Where – When – Why – How? If we’re going to get to the bottom of things, we’re taught that ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:1-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Respond To The Risen Savior Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 31, 2020

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How should we respond to the Risen Savior? 1. Recognize who Jesus is (vs. 4-7). 2. Rush to get closer to Jesus (vs. 7-8). 3. Receive from Jesus (vs. 9-14). [1] Food. [2] Fellowship. [3] Forgiveness.

Respond to the Risen Savior The Gospel of John John 21:1-14 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - August 22, 2018 (Revised July 31, 2020) BACKGROUND: *Tonight in John 21, we will take another look at one of the Lord's appearances after He rose again from the dead. In this Scripture ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Promises Of Ephesians - Draw From The "Bank Of God"

Contributed by Jeff Leigh on Jul 23, 2005

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A look at the encouragement and promises of Ephesians and how to draw from the "Bank of God"

The Promises of Ephesians – Draw from the Bank of God Over the last few weeks as my wife Angie and I have spoken to various people within and outside of the church – a current theme seems to be running through all our conversations. People are going through some hard times – there are some ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

Drawing Strength From God To Counter Conflicts

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Dec 13, 2012

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Conflicts are part of everyone's life. What is God's ways of dealing with them?

Drawing Strength from God to Manage Conflict Our this month’s theme is “Countering Conflict God’s Way”. The first thing that comes to mind when we think about this topic is the word conflict. Do we have conflicts in life? Wow!! What a question. Let me ask it in a ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Brought Near By The Blood Of Christ

Contributed by Chris Surber on Jul 16, 2009

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Christ blood brings us near to God because through it receive His life!

“Brought Near By The Blood” Ephesians 2:11-22 Introduction John Wesley rode across Hounslow Heath late one night, singing a favorite hymn, he was startled by a fierce voice shouting, “Halt,” while a firm hand seized the horse’s bridle. Then the man demanded, “Your money or your life.” Wesley ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Christian Church

The Day Of The Lord Is Near Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jul 26, 2011

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(adapted from Joel Rosenberg’s Epicenter and Mike Bickle’s series on Joel)

Joel Pt1 The Day of the Lord is Near (adapted from Joel Rosenberg- Epicenter Conf, Mike Bickle- Joel Series, other resources as noted) Introduction to Joel Just finished a study of a NT book- Philippians. We want to start a study of an OT book- Joel. First, look at how Joel fits into the Bible- ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:12-13

Denomination: Charismatic

Salvation Is Near You

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 15, 2004

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Salvation is Near You. It’s in His Word. It’s in your words.

Have you seen my glasses? I just had them here somewhere. What? They’re on my head? Oh, thanks. Have you ever frantically searched for something that was right by you all the time - like your glasses perched on your head, a pencil behind your ear, or a wallet in your coat pocket? Such a panicky ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:5-13

Denomination: Lutheran

The Word Is Very Near

Contributed by William Baeta on Jul 14, 2001

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"Now what I am commanding you today is not too difficult for you or beyond your reach...No the word is very near you: it is in your mouth and in your heart so you may obey it."

Theme: The word is very near Text: Deut. 30:10-14; Col. 1:15-20; Lk. 10:25-37 Read Deut. 30:11, 14 “Now what I am commanding you today is not too difficult for you or beyond your reach… No, the word is very near you; it is in your mouth and in your heart so you may obey it.” This century has ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37, Deuteronomy 30:10-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Kingdom Of Heaven Is Near

Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Oct 14, 2003

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There is time for action but no time to waste

1st Peter 4:7-11 “The Kingdom of Heaven is Near” “There is time for action but no time to waste.” Intro: I don’t know the number of times I have been on my couch screaming at the TV during the last seconds of a NASCAR race, or a football game. It seems funny that I believe Jeff Gordon will be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Repent For The End Is Near

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Nov 26, 2009

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Jesus told us no man knows the day or hour of his return - so why do we insist on speculating when the end will come? Jesusï¿½ emphasis to us is readiness.

REPENT, FOR THE END IS NEAR! (or is it?) TCF Sermon October 18, 2009 What do all these people have in common? Ronald Reagan, Jimmy Carter, George W. Bush, Barack Obama, Adolph Hitler, Pope John Paul II, Pope Benedict 16, Bill Gates, Prince Charles, John F. Kennedy, Henry Kissinger, Martin ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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