Sermons on Drawing Near:

What Do You Crave? What Does God Crave? (James 4:1-10) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jul 5, 2022

The verses make best sense through non-Western eyes, in a non-Western church. So talked about an African church plant. Also, on how/when to ask God for money.

Today's passage, James 4:1-10, was a real struggle for me at first. These verses, read as a whole, read as a response to a specific problem within the church, really don't make sense within the context of Western, white, evangelical Christianity. The way we tend to view the church, and ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-10

The Transfiguration; Coming Boldly Before The Throne

Contributed by Michael Vaughn on Jan 29, 2008

Aside from being Super Bowl Sunday, today is also known as Transfiguration Sunday in our liturgical Christian calendar, a day to remember this remarkable event, and look at how it impacts us and what effect is has on us today as Christians and followers o

The Transfiguration; Coming Boldly Before the Throne Today is a very special day for football fans. Today is Super Bowl Sunday. The culmination of the season, where the two, arguably, best teams in the NFL face off to prove to the world that they are the best of the best. Today is also a very ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

Where Do I Go?

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on Apr 17, 2002

God must be involved in every aspect of our lives.

I can remember being in several strange cities, at night. A. There was but one question in my mind....”Where do I go from here”. 1. I realized that there really was a way....a road that would lead me out of my puzzle...but which one? a. I can remember driving around ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Seven Steps To Submitting To God Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Aug 22, 2007

This is the third sermon in this series. This sermon looks at seven practical steps that a person can take to submit to God.

Submitting To God – Cleaning Up Every Christian is to pursue holiness. Every Christian is to pursue purity. Every Christian is to strive to stay away from sin. Holiness is not an option. God tells us: "Be holy, for I am holy." 1 Peter 1:16 (NKJV) The path that the Christian travels is to be ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Few Blessed Benefits Of Being Saved Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Dec 23, 2008

It is a blessing to have our sins forgiven.

1. Earlier, Paul reminded us by quoting the Psalms, that it is a blessing to have our sins forgiven. – Look at 4.5-8 • Oh How Happy is the one who has a personal relationship with Jesus and knows that he knows that his sins are forgiven. Psalm 103:12 (NKJV) 12 As far as the east is from the west, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Render Unto Caesar

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Oct 18, 2002

What conclusions can we draw from these enigmatic words of Jesus?

Gunthorpe 20-10-02 Mt. 22:15-22: “Render unto Caesar’s the things that are Caesars and to God the things that are of God” (Mt. 22:21) I would like to look at our Gospel lesson today. On the face of it, it seems a simple story, but there is a lot of skulduggery ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22

Denomination: Anglican

Your Identity In Christ Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Sep 25, 2008

As Christians, we draw our true identity from being in Christ.

Your Identity In Christ Text: Eph. 6:5-9 Introduction 1. Illustration: You probably know Ted Giannoulas even if you’ve never heard his name. He has been the San Diego Chicken for 30 years. He originated the character as a college student, but Ted is getting older. At age 50, being the Chicken ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:5-9

Denomination: Methodist

God's Greatest Gift

Contributed by Clarence Clough on Oct 5, 2008

The nearer we draw to the Lord, the greater will be our appreciation of His gifts

GOD’S GREATEST GIFT Text: Mt. 1:20, "But while he thought on these things, behold, the angel of the Lord appeared unto him in a dream, saying, Joseph, thou son of David, fear not to take unto thee Mary thy wife: for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Ghost." Intro: The gifts and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:20

Denomination: Church Of God

Tighten The Cap Back On The Bottle

Contributed by James Bryant on Apr 24, 2001

This sermon helps one to see the need to draw back close to the Lord!

TIGHTEN THE CAP BACK ON THE BOTTLE ECCLESTIASTES 10:1 (1) Dead flies cause the ointment of the apothecary to send forth a stinking savour: so doth a little folly him that is in reputation for wisdom and honour. I would like to start off my sermon tonight by telling you a story of my ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 10:1

Denomination: Baptist

A Grace That Teaches Us

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Jun 4, 2003

To examine how God’s love and grace draws us to Himself

A Grace that Teaches Us Titus 2:11-14 Primary Purpose: To speak about how God’s grace draws us to love God and respond to Him. This morning, I talked about how God’s love is so different from what you might expect or even deserve. We are following that same line of thought tonight as we look ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

Meeting The Prince Of Peace Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Feb 4, 2021

2nd week of Advent draws us to Biblical Peace in Jesus

Meeting the Prince of peace Selective verses Good Morning Everyone, Illustration- I am about to give away my age- In a Peanuts cartoon Lucy demanded that Linus change TV channels, (that gives my age away) threatening him with her fist if he didn't. "What makes you think you can walk ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:3

Denomination: Nazarene

"A Voyage" Of Discovery!!!

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Apr 12, 2012

To draw lessons from the "Emmaus Experience" of the two disciples on the Resurrection Sunday...

“A VOYAGE” OF DISCOVERY One of the fascinating “journeys” of the Bible is the walk of the two disciples of Christ from Jerusalem to Emmaus (a 7-mile journey) on the Resurrection Sunday (Luke 24:13-35) which eventually culminated ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: *other

Connecting Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 5, 2018

At CHC we want everyone to “Connect with God and Connect with People.” We cannot settle for a dry shallow view of Christianity in our life and just know of God we must be willing to go deeper into a relationship with God to actually know God intimately. J

Opening Illustration: The Car Chase! Series: You Asked for It – What is the churches mission or mission statement? Why is the church here? Focus of this message is on our Church Motto: “Connecting with God and Connecting with people!” Sermon: Connecting Question: What is CHC’s ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-17, 1 John 4:11-12, Matthew 22:37-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Love And Obedience John 14:23 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 6, 2024

John 14:23 is a simple yet profound truth that has the power to transform our lives if we truly grasp it.

Transformed by Truth: The Power of Love and Obedience Introduction: Today, we are considering a powerful statement made by our Lord Jesus in the Gospel of John. It’s a simple yet profound truth that has the power to transform our lives if we truly grasp it. This morning, we’re going to focus on ...read more

Scripture: John 14:23, 1 John 5:3, John 15:4, James 4:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Bethel: My God (2 Of 4) Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 7, 2025

Borrowed religion won’t do; we must know Him individually and personally.

Intro Statement “At Bethel — the House of God — borrowed religion won’t do. You must know Him as your God.” -- Introduction – From Gilgal to Bethel Last time we stood at Gilgal, the place of rolling stones, where God rolled away the reproach of Egypt, where Elisha burned his plow, and where we ...read more

Scripture: John 1:51

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist