Sermons on Drawing Near To God:

Jesus Love The Children Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Mar 7, 2018

While the disciples viewed children as trivial, Jesus welcomed them. He revealed that child-like faith was essential to salvation. May we emphasize children's ministry and continue to possess child-like faith!

Jesus Loves the Children Mark 10: 13-16 Immediately following His teaching on divorce and the expectations of marriage Jesus is met by parents who brought their children unto Him, desiring that He touch them. They were literally seeking a blessing from the Lord for their children. This was a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Poverty In Riches Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Mar 14, 2018

A rich young man came to Jesus desiring eternal life. He felt good about himself, but left saddened because he was unwilling to meet the Lord's demands for eternal life. We must come to the Lord by faith alone for salvation.

The Poverty in Riches Mark 10: 17-22 Our text today reveals a young man very eager to get to Jesus. It is apparent that he had heard of Jesus’ ministry and the promise of eternal life. We will discover that this young man was blessed with all one could desire. He had wealth; he had status and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-22

Denomination: Baptist

Cavorting With Cowardice

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 10, 2018

THIS IS THE THIRD OF A FOUR PART SERIES ON THE CHARACTERS OF EASTER. PILATE WAS PLACED IN THE SITUATION WHERE TO ACT COURAGEOUSLY AND RELEASE JESUS COULD COST HIM HIS POSITION. HE CHOSE THE COWARDLY WAY AND BOWED TO THE CROWD AND ALLOWED JESUS' DEATH.

CAVORTING WITH COWARDICE MARK 15:1-15 TODAY WE CONTINUE WITH OUR SERIES LEADING UP TO EASTER BY LOOKING AT THE CHARACTER OF PILATE. JESUS’ ILLEGAL TRIAL HAS JUST BEEN COMPLETED, AND JESUS WAS FOUND GUILTY OF BLASPHEMY. JESUS REMAINED SILENT DURING THIS TRIAL MOST LIKELY BECAUSE FOR MANY REASONS, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

From Fear To Faith

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Apr 15, 2018

Jesus shows up to the disciples behind locked doors and reminds us: 1) Don't be surprised when he shows up in our lives. 2) Allow him to meet our doubts. 3) Allow him to open our minds to scripture, and 4) Take the witness stand for him.

Luke 24:36-48 From Fear to Faith Rev. Roy Almquist shares a peculiar story from the bloody second Battle of Bull Run in the Civil War. Captain Robert Clark and his men were surrounded by the Confederate forces but refused to surrender. In the terrible battle that ensued, Clark’s entire detachment ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:36-48

Denomination: Baptist

Focused On The Faith Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Nov 16, 2016

Paul exhorted the church to rejoice in the Lord, even though they faced adversity, and avoid false teaching. He also emphasized that works were not enough to secure salvation. If they remained focused on the faith, they could overcome in Christ.

Focused on the Faith Philippians 3: 1-6 As we begin to discuss the third chapter of Philippians, it appears that Paul is seeking to begin concluding his thoughts to the church. While this may have been the beginning of his conclusion, he has quite a bit more to share with them. Following the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Ahhh! Refreshment!

Contributed by Andre King on Dec 22, 2016

Refreshment is a necessary aspect of Christian living. Any Christian can become and encouraging person!

• WHEN THE AMERICAN WEST WAS SETTLED, MANY TRAVELERS PASSED OVER THE FERTILE LAND OF THE TERRITORY OF NEBRASKA. • THE DIRT THERE IS RICH AND BLACK, BUT THE TRAVELERS COULDN’T SEE WATER ANYWHERE. • THEY THOUGHT THE LAND WOULD BE GOOD FOR NOTHING. • ONE WRITER CALLED IT, “THE GREAT AMERICAN ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The ---Itis Diseases In The Church

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 15, 2017

We understand the diseases of tonsillitis, appendicitis, arthritis but there are some spiritual diseases that seem to be contagious within the camp. Let's get the vaccinations?

EVER HEARD OF THE ---ITIS DISEASES… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.comout Thank you Garry Brackett for pointing out this trail for the rabbit dog to find. I remember as a child my Dad preaching about the FLOWER OF EASTEROUS-CHRYSANTHEMUMS? I understand this flower blooms ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

There Is A Cost For The Oil

Contributed by Pastor E Cavenaugh on Feb 9, 2018

Life's difficult experiences help us to value the investment given to us by Christ. He has anointed us and it is all for His glory. You may not know my story but may you always see His glory.

Disclaimer: Due to a large number of sermons and topics that appear on this site, I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many sources ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:37-38

Denomination: Pentecostal

Historical Events Foretold By Daniel

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 13, 2013

For Daniel it was prophecy; but for us it is history.

HISTORICAL EVENTS. Daniel 11. Daniel is at pains to demonstrate the starting point for this history: it is the first year of Darius the Mede when he, even Daniel himself prophesied (Daniel 11:1). There would be three more kings of Persia, and the fourth, (Xerxes I) would attack but fail to ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 11:1-45

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Approach Jesus Mark 5: 21-43

Contributed by James Lee on Nov 21, 2013

In this passage we have two stories in one. Actually one comes in the middle of the other. Two people who need Jesus, in a special way.

In this passage we have two stories in one. Actually one comes in the middle of the other. Two people who need Jesus, in a special way. Jairus approached Jesus as a man on a mission. He had a storm in his life. His little girl was about to die and he was not ready to let her go. His approach was a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43, Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Feasting With A Pharisee And A Prostitute Series

Contributed by Andy Moyle on Jun 15, 2016

In Meals with Jesus pt2 Simon the Pharisee is intrigued enough to invite Jesus to dinner, but a gatecrasher winds him up. What will you learn from this meal with Jesus?

Imagine you are at a respectable dinner party - at the local major's house. The dinner is on honour of a visiting speaker. Of course you are excited, because you've heard about the speaker and are intrigued about his views. During the meal suddenly the doorbell rings and you think nothing of it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Charismatic

The Other Advent (The Return Of Christ)

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jun 15, 2016

It is important to know what the Bible says and doesn't say about Jesus' return. There are those who say He has already returned, others say He will never return and still others have what they believe is an exact timeline. Let's check the Bible!

1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 NIV (Please look this up in your Bibles and follow along) (While they look up the Scripture ...) Is there anyone here who enjoys the Advent Season; when we anticipate the arrival of Jesus on earth? Well, if you do, you should be happy now because we have been in an advent ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Nazarene

Jesus Ascension / What Does This Mean?

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on May 26, 2017

Every time Martin Luther would read the Scriptures he would ask the age-old question: "What does this mean?" We proclaim: "Christ has died, Christ is risen, Christ will come again!" So Beloved, "What does the Ascension of Jesus mean"? Updated May 2018.

Every time ... Martin Luther would read the Scriptures he would ask the age-old question: ...... "What does this mean?" I pray ... that you too .... Will ask that same question .... every time you read a portion of God's word, ......or meditate on the truth ... of the Scriptures. "What does ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-14, 1 John 2:1-2, John 14:1-3, Luke 24:49-51

Denomination: Anglican

An American Reformation

Contributed by Byron Perrine on Jul 9, 2019

An edited adaptation of material presented in History of the Methodist Episcopal Church in the United States of America by Abel Stevens (digital on-line edition by Holiness Data Ministry).

(If you have found this sermon helpful, please visit us at www.HeritageRestorationProject.org or www.ChristianWisdom.info) There have been many changes in interpretation of the New Testament over the centuries. Some of these changes in theological understanding led to massive political and social ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:19-20

Denomination: United Methodist

The Christian And Their Work Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Aug 5, 2019

How should a Christian go about behaving in the workplace?

Before we dig into our passage, I want to first deal with a question that is often asked: “Why didn’t Paul call for abolishing slavery?” Observation #1: Though Paul didn’t condemn slavery, he didn’t condone it either. Observation #2: Paul doesn’t offer a theological rationale ...read more

Denomination: Baptist