Sermons on Drawing Nearer To God:

Attitudes For Revival: Poor In Spirit Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Mar 6, 2023

How do we posture ourselves for Revival? This message draws upon the Beatitudes for answers to that question.

I want to share with you eight keys attitudes for revival. I confess up front that this list is not original with me. I got it from the greatest revivalist who ever lived. He shared these insights at the beginning of his Sermon on the Mount. We often refer to these eight attitudes of heart as the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, James 4:6-17, Psalm 111:10, Luke 6:26, Isaiah 64:6, Philippians 2:1-13, Luke 18:9-14, Luke 7:36-48, Psalm 84:10, Psalm 83:11, James 5:16, Matthew 5:24, Micah 6:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Full Devotion Through Obedience Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 21, 2018

Message 12 in our journey through Exodus with Moses drawing observations from the giving of the law.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch "Demonstrate Devotion through Obedience” Exodus 19-20 REVIEW I. God Provided Deliverance from Egypt 1-15 II. God prepared for the Development of trust 15-18 A. Bitter water made sweet by the tree 15:22-27 Consistently ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Spiritual Gifts-The Call To Work Together

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 28, 2001

This sermon deals with the reality that Spiritual Gifts are given to draw us to a closer unity in the body of Christ.

Spiritual Gifts-The Call To Work Together 4/18/2001 Psalm 133 Philip 2:1-16 Text 1 Corin. 12:1-26 Let’s suppose for a moment, you were driving down the highway just having a good time listening to your music. You’re on your way to somewhere you plan to have a really good time. But ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-26, Philippians 2:1-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Cause For Encouragement Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 22, 2005

Expository sermon on Jesus’ promise of the Holy Spirit and the encouragement we can draw from Him.

Cause for Encouragement Fortifying the Foundations #36 John 16:5-33[1] 5-23-04 Have you ever been hit with such a jolt of grief that you could not speak? That’s the condition I think these disciples were in by the time we get to our text. They are overwhelmed by the realization that Jesus is ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-33

Denomination: Charismatic

The Gift Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Dec 13, 2009

This sermon unpacks the gift of the Christ child with the gifts we recieve each Christmas and draws similarities.

‘THE GIFT’ matt.2.1-15. • Who likes giving and receiving gifts? Which do you prefer? Receiving or Giving? I suppose the smart answer is that we prefer to give, but I’ve got to be honest I love receiving, If were to look at our society today I would say that the majority of us ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

"Is Not This The Carpenter...?”

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 28, 2022

I would like to draw your attention to the section of the Bible that tells us that Jesus was a carpenter.

We do not hear many sermons highlighting this part of the Lord’s life. However, most of Christ’s life on earth was spent as a carpenter. We read about the last three-and-a half years Jesus spent on earth in Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. In their accounts we read that He went everywhere ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Peter’s First Sermon Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 24, 2025

When the Holy Spirit empowers a message, it pierces hearts, brings conviction, and draws multitudes to Christ.

THE POWER OF PETER’S FIRST SERMON By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 2:14-41 Key Verse: “Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls.” (Acts 2:41) Supporting Texts: Matthew 10:19-20; Luke 24:49; John 16:7-8; 1 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-41

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Drawn Upward: Embracing The Pleasures Of This World Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Apr 10, 2009

THE PLEASURES AND GOOD THINGS OR THIS WORLD ARE INTENDED TO DRAW US UPWARD RATHER THAN DISTRACT US.

Something is Out There: Rumors of the Invisible World of the Sacred God 3/22 Drawn Upward--Embracing the Pleasures of this world INTRODUCTION John and Cathy Skip Church (drama) subject: Seeking Heaven on Earth Bruce D. Rzengota John and Cathy Skip church for a ski trip John and Cathy on a ski ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:17-19

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Is Failure Really Not An Option?

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Jan 31, 2013

In our failures, Jesus draws us closer to Him and is always there when we need Him.

Is Failure Really Not An option? Matthew 26:31-35 Intro: Failure is not an option. I’m sure you have heard the phrase. That phrase is linked to NASA and their space program. It originated when the makers of a documentary interviewed NASA officials about the problems that arose out of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:31-35

Denomination: Baptist

Listen To Jesus

Contributed by John Dobbs on Oct 16, 2007

The first few chapters of Hebrews give us insight into their struggles, and draw us back to Jesus.

News story this week: A little city in Mexico was fed up with all of the late night revelry and noise from thousands of people late into the night during the summer. So their answer was to create a law to put a decibel limit on urban noise levels. Unfortunately this disrupted a noise that has been ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The King Is Coming Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Mar 17, 2009

When the Tribulation period draws to a close the King of Kings will come again to usher in the new reign.

A Biblical View of the End Times The King Is Coming Revelation 19:11-21 Intro: Since the day man sinned in the Garden of Eden, the whole of history has been moving toward one tremendous event. That event is the day when Jesus Christ returns to this world in power and glory to reign. When Jesus was ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:11-21

Denomination: Baptist

Winds And Sea Obey Jesus

Contributed by Bala Samson on Sep 9, 2014

The storms of life will either draw you closer to the Lord or further away. How about you?

Even the winds and the sea obey Him! Mathew 8:26, 27 “But He said to them, “why are you fearful, O you of little faith? Then He arose and rebuked the winds and the sea. And there was a great calm. And the men marveled, saying, “Who can this be, even the winds and the sea obey ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:26-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Every Second Counts!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Aug 25, 2015

Conquerors don’t give in to pressure! Pressure should draw the treasure out of you!

Every second counts! Philippians 3:13”….one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead..” Usain Bolt wins gold again by 0.01 sec! Bolt beats his rival Justin Gatlin to World Athletics Championships 100m at Beijing. For most of the 100m, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Nov 9, 2006

Showing how the Good Shepherd can draw near in a time of grief, bringing comfort and salvation.

SCRIPTURE READING: JOHN 10:9 – 18 (SELECTED VERSES) 9. I am the gate; whoever enters through me will be saved. He will come in and go out, and find pasture. 10. I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. 11. "I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the ...read more

Scripture: John 10:9-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Belief, Believing And Faith - Interchangeable Terms?

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jul 23, 2020

The word “believe” is broad and is open to all kinds and variations of meaning depending on what the person has in mind. What does the Bible say about belief, believing and faith?

Belief, Believing and Faith - Interchangeable Terms? Today we will be reading from Hebrews 11:1-6 We live in the era of cheap grace and easy salvation. “Just repeat after me.” “Did you mean that with all of your heart?” “You’re saved! Write that date down in your Bible and make sure you tell ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6, 2 Corinthians 5:17, James 2:14-26, Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Nazarene