Sermons on How To Be Closer To God:

How To Keep From Sinning Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Mar 18, 2003

If you execute someone for a crime you can’t put them on trial again. Jesus was executed for your sins not just so they are forgiven, but that you might escape their hold as well – and that’s what Romans chapter 6 is all about.

For an audio copy of this message go to: www.LivingWatersWeb.com I recently discovered that one of my teeth was cracked. The dentist wanted me to have the tooth out as quickly as possible, so I did. Sure enough there was a huge abscess under the tooth eating away at my jaw. The oral surgeon took ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-23

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

How To Be Overcomers In The Cosmic Battle Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Nov 1, 2010

The cosmic battle described in Chapter 12 provides us with guidance about how to be overcomers in that battle.

In October 1985, a former U of A football player got me a sideline pass for the football game against 3rd ranked SMU. Although I had previously watched numerous games from the stands and on TV, being on the sideline gave me a whole new perspective on the game. I got to witness first hand many of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

How To Love A Wandering Child Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Aug 31, 2004

Father’s Day service looking at Jesus our Father King (6th in Worship the King series). It’s the Prodigal Son story, but more like the Faithful Father aspect.

Luke 15:11-32 – How to Love a Wandering Child Apparently, some kids had talked Mom into getting a hamster. They promised to take care of their pet, whom they named “Danny.” Within two months, though, Mom was taking care of Danny. One day Mom decided enough was enough; Danny would be given ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

Endurance: How To Be Smiling In The End Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 23, 2009

Endurance is a supernatural power in the life of believers.

Endurance: How to Be Smiling in the End Psalm 90:10-12 Feb. 8, 2009 FBC, Chester Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction A Endurance: The capability of sustaining prolonged stressful effort. 1 The Thing: (Ben Grimm) Changed on a genetic ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

How Do You Smell?

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 9, 2003

When you are around others what do you smell like? Do you give off the fragrance of life or the odor of death? Can people smell the fragrance of Jesus in your life or do they smell the vile odor of rotting flesh.

How do you Smell? Thesis: When you are around others what do you smell like? Do you give off the fragrance of life or the odor of death? Can people smell the fragrance of Jesus in your life or do they smell the vile odor of rotting flesh. Intent of message is to encourage the graduates and the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14-17, John 11:38-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Be A Successful Servant Of Christ

Contributed by David Scudder on Jun 20, 2008

Are you a good servant of Jesus Christ? Today’s message is for everyone who cares about the answer to that question. The fear of being a failure haunts every one of us.

How to be a Successful Servant of Christ Matthew 25:14-30 Purpose: To show that serving Christ is rewarded and brings assurance of salvation. Aim: I want the listener to diligently use whatever the Lord has given them for God’s glory. INTRODUCTION: Are you a good servant of Jesus Christ? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Raise A Godly Family

Contributed by Ivan Casteel on Jun 25, 2004

Gaining lessons from John the Baptist’s Parents

HOW TO HAVE A GODLY FAMILY! By Ivan G. Casteel Matthew 11:11; Luke 1:5-16 Mt 11:11 Verily I say unto you, Among them that are born of women there hath not risen a greater than John the Baptist: notwithstanding he that is least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he. (KJV) Lu 1:5 There was in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-16

Denomination: Baptist

How Buff Is Your Wallet?

Contributed by Troy Borst on Sep 21, 2016

Updated 04-08-24 A proper attitude about finances and giving of tithes and offerings is expected of us by Scripture, deepens our faith, and is part of worship.

HOW BUFF IS YOUR WALLET? 1 Corinthians 16:1-2 | #buffwallet THREAD: HOW BUFF IS YOUR WALLET? As we begin today, I would like us to read together the Scriptures that we will focus on. We are looking at just two verses in the book of 1 Corinthians. 1 Corinthians was written by a man named Paul. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Guidelines For Thanksgiving

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Nov 17, 2011

While many think that thanksgiving is an American holiday, God Iniated thanksgiving in the deserts of the middle east. There He gave instructions as to how we are to celebrate this holiday.

GOD’S GUIDELINES FOR THANKSGIVING Deuteronomy 16:9-12 Intro: One day Bill was hunting in the woods. It had been a slow day and he had yet to shoot any game. Suddenly, he heard a noise behind him. He whirled around and saw a ferocious mountain lion only 20 yards away. Bill quickly raised his ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 16:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

How To Grow Up Successfully

Contributed by Larry Jones on Feb 27, 2001

Maturity is important in our Christian lives.

Ephes. 4:14-16 How to Grow Up Successfully That we henceforth be no more children, tossed to and fro, and carried about with every wind of doctrine, by the sleight of men, and cunning craftiness, whereby they lie in wait to deceive; 15But speaking the truth in love, may grow up into him in all ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

How Can I Be Saved?

Contributed by Tony Abram on Sep 9, 2006

This message can be a great help in teaching believers to be soulwinners. These 5 steps are a must for all believers to know and use. Plus the most needed scriptures for soul winning. A must for a growing church.

HOW CAN I BE SAVED? I. ACKNOWLEDGE YOUR LOST CONDITION Romans 3:23 For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God. Isaiah 53:6 All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned every one to his own way; and the LORD hath laid on him the iniquity of us all. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:6

How To Make A You-Turn

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Jul 10, 2011

A sermon about making personal and spiritual changes both as an individual and a church as a whole.

“How to make a YOU-turn” “Forgetting what is behind and straining toward that which is ahead, I press on for the mark for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.” Phil. 3:13-14 Intro: In 1964 Guy Willis and the Willis Brothers released a record single of an ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Approach Decision Making Series

Contributed by David Elvery on Jan 8, 2006

Looking at how Jesus made decisions

Making Good Decisions - Luke 6:12-15 Gladstone Baptist Church - 14/11/04 What do you do when you are facing a large decision? It may be a decision about your career. Do I pursue a promotion or not? Should I look for another Job? Should I get a job? For you students, maybe you have to decide ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

How I Became A Christian Series

Contributed by Christopher Roberts (Barrister) on Nov 8, 2012

This sermon provides an outline about how I became a Christian

How I Became A Christian I was born in Rotherham, South Yorkshire in the United Kingdom in 1956, where I was raised a Catholic, and attended a Catholic school until I was 16 years of age. I then attended a sixth form college, but left with few qualifications. Disco Fever My life consisted of ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-16

Denomination: Christian Church

How To Destroy Your Enemies

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Oct 6, 2021

There are a lot of differences between Christianity and other religions. One of those differences is the way we treat our enemies.

SO, HOW ARE WE TO REACT TO OUR ENEMIES? The natural reaction of one who does not know Christ is to strike back and to seek the greatest retribution possible. BUT THIS IS NOT THE CHRISTIAN RESPONSE Illus: D.L. MOODY, IN ONE OF HIS SERMONS, PORTRAYS THE LORD JESUS GIVING DIRECTION TO PETER AFTER ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Baptist