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  • Michael Stark avatar

    Communion - Open, Closed, Or Cracked? Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 7, 2020
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     | 6,345 views

    Is the Communion Meal Open to all who profess Christ? Or is it overseen by the congregation hosting the meal and thus restricted to those who are in open fellowship with the assembly? The message is a study of this controversial question.

    “In the following instructions I do not commend you, because when you come together it is not for the better but for the worse. For, in the first place, when you come together as a church, I hear that there are divisions among you. And I believe it in part, for there must be factions among you in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Close Don't Count

    Contributed by Robert Tallent on Jul 19, 2008
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    To Draw nigh to Christ is our Choice

    Close Don’t Count James 4:8. The story is told of a king in Africa who had a close friend with whom he grew up. The friend had a habit of looking at every situation that ever ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Privilege Of Being Close To God Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 10, 2025
     | 545 views

    The privilege of being close to God is beyond words. It is the wellspring of true life, joy, direction, and power. This invitation is not extended to a select few—it is for every believer who chooses to draw near with a sincere heart.

    THE PRIVILEGE OF BEING CLOSE TO GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 73:28 Supporting Texts: James 4:8, Exodus 33:11, Hebrews 4:16, Psalm 27:4, John 15:4-7 INTRODUCTION: Closeness to God is not a burden—it is one of the highest honours ever granted to mankind. It is an open invitation ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Closing The Door For A Divine Encounter

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 14, 2025
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     | 1,153 views

    The widow in 2 Kings 4 teaches us that divine encounters require faith, obedience, and separation. When we shut the door—removing distractions and focusing on God—miracles begin to unfold.

    CLOSING THE DOOR FOR A DIVINE ENCOUNTER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 4:1-7 "Then he said, Go, borrow thee vessels abroad of all thy neighbours, even empty vessels; borrow not a few. And when thou art come in, thou shalt shut the door upon thee and upon thy sons, and shalt pour ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    So How's Your Love Life?

    Contributed by Randy Trotter on Sep 26, 2009
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    So “HOW’S YOUR LOVE LIFE, YOUR INTIMACY WITH JESUS?” If you’re not "Close & Intimate" with Jesus, you’ll not be "Close & Intimate" with God!

    “HOW’S YOUR LOVE LIFE?” 9/27/09 am Service LWC INTRODUCTION: If I were to ask you this morning if you love your Husband, you would say yes! If I were to ask you if you love your wife, you would say yes! At the very least I hope you would! “HOW’S YOUR LOVE LIFE?” You’ve most likely heard the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    When God Closes The Door

    Contributed by Wade Bridges on Mar 20, 2001
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     | 10,508 views

    Based on God Calling Noah to Build the Ark

    When God Closes the Door Genesis 7:1-16 In Genesis Chapter Six, God saw the Wickedness of mankind and it Grieved God in His Heart. He said that he would destroy mankind off the face of the earth. But, there was one family and one person who found Grace in the eyes of God. It was Noah and his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Behind The Closed Doors Of Easter

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Mar 25, 2008
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    There isn’t a locked door strong enough to keep Jesus out.

    Behind Closed Doors of Easter John 20:19-29 Mar. 23, 2008 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction A A Muslim said to a Christian, "WE Muslims have one thing you Christians do not have. When we go to Medina (Saudi Arabia), we find a coffin and know ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    From Behind Closed Doors

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 9, 2011
     | 4,176 views

    Sermon for Ascension Sunday, 2011

    Luke 24: 44 – 53 / From Behind Closed Doors Intro: The following item appeared in the Lewiston, Idaho Tribune – “The crossword puzzle which should have appeared in today’s Tribune appeared instead in yesterday’s together with the answer to the puzzle that should ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Huddled Behind Closed Doors

    Contributed by Howard Gunter on Apr 14, 2020
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     | 12,532 views

    Today, many are huddled behind closed doors, fearing the dreadful disease - Coronavirus.

    Message/Devotion April 19, 2020 John 20:19-31 Huddled Behind Closed Doors As I read today’s gospel message, it was abundantly clear to me that today masses of people are huddled behind closed doors due to the COVID 19 pandemic. Some are in a self-imposed lockdown. Some are in a lockdown ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Church Of The Closed Door - Laodicea Series

    Contributed by Graham Kettle on Dec 19, 2017
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    Laodicea was the second of the seven churches of Asia to receive no commendation from the Lord. Such a state requires us to look very carefully at this church, which lived within an affluent society whose attitudes clearly rubbed off on the church.

    THE CHURCH OF THE CLOSED DOOR READING Rev 3:14-22 1. INTRODUCTION Laodicea was the second of the seven churches of Asia to receive no commendation from the Lord. Such a state requires us to look very carefully at this church. Can it teach something to us today? We shall see as we move through ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Walking Close With God Daily Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 10, 2025
     | 868 views

    To walk closely with God daily is not a religious routine, but a personal and intentional lifestyle. It involves a continuous, living relationship with the Lord marked by love, obedience, fellowship, and dependence.

    WALKING CLOSE WITH GOD DAILY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Micah 6:8 Supporting Texts: Genesis 5:24, Amos 3:3, Psalm 63:1, Galatians 5:16, John 15:4-5 INTRODUCTION: To walk closely with God daily is not a religious routine, but a personal and intentional lifestyle. It involves a continuous, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • David Yarbrough avatar

    Worship: Drawing Close To The Heart Of God

    Contributed by David Yarbrough on Apr 8, 2002
    based on 45 ratings
     | 5,584 views

    People go to church to get connected to the heart of God. This message revels a few important points that occur when we make this connection.

    Worship: Drawing Close To The Heart of God Acts 9:42-47 Intro: Back in 1992 when the Dallas Cowboys were preparing to play the San Francisco 49rs for the NFC Championship in San Francisco the Cowboys had a pep-rally at Texas Stadium. The audience cheered wildly for each player when he was ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Finding Your Prayer Path Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on May 4, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,453 views

    Part 7 (and final) in series "Learning to Pray," this message encourages each individual to pray in ways that they find most natural, that draw them most closely to God.

    Learning to Pray, part 7 of 7 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers March 6, 2005 [Note to SermonCentral readers: This sermon is based on results of a temperament inventory our people took. If you are interested you can take the inventory online at ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • Lee Miller avatar

    "So Close And Yet So Far!"

    Contributed by Lee Miller on Aug 22, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,518 views

    I believe there are hundreds of thousands and maybe even millions in the church of America and around the world who are close to, in other words, “not far from the Kingdom of God.”

    “So Close and Yet So Far!” It was one of the best football games ever. Remember Super Bowl XXXIV between the Rams and Titans? In the final seconds Tennessee was driving for the game-tying touchdown and on the final play Kevin Dyson caught a pass over the middle and lunged ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    Worship: Drawing Close To The Heart Of God Series

    Contributed by David Yarbrough on May 20, 2002
    based on 118 ratings
     | 27,107 views

    What we do in one hour of corporate worship each week is to be a reflection of what we as individuals are doing the other 167 hours a week. In fact, God despises corporate worship if the worshipers have hearts that are not right with Him.

    Intro: Back in 1992 when the Dallas Cowboys were preparing to play the San Francisco 49rs for the NFC Championship in San Francisco the Cowboys had a pep-rally at Texas Stadium. The audience cheered wildly for each player when he was introduced. The fans carried banners. They painted their fans and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational