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    We Go Forward Without Fear PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
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    Emphasize the freedom and transformative power that comes from faith in Jesus Christ, who made the ultimate sacrifice for our sins, and to encourage believers to live fearlessly and draw closer to Him.

    Good morning, church family! Today we're gonna dive into the book of Hebrews, specifically chapter 10, verse 18. We're talking about drawing closer to Jesus, living without fear, and the incredible benefits of faith. The verse reads as follows: "And where these have been forgiven, sacrifice for sin ...read more

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    Revolution #1: A Closer Revolution

    Contributed by C Jordan on Jun 22, 2006
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    One definition of revolution is: the action by a celestial body of going round in an orbit or elliptical course, as in “the revolution of the earth about the sun takes one year.” We need a closer revolution in our relationship with Jesus!

    REVOLUTION NOW! #1: A CLOSER REVOLUTION INTRO: What’s a revolution? It’s the name of our new Master’s Commission, but it’s MORE! It’s time for a revolution NOW! There are too many bored Christians in the church! Change! IT’S TIME FOR A REVOLUTION NOW: REVOLUTION DEFINED: (Three ...read more

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    A Closer Look At Christmas Traditions

    Contributed by Keith Foskey on Jun 8, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
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    We are going to look at a few of the traditions that surround the Christmas season.

    OPENING JOKE: “RATS” A minister once enlisted four children to help him preach his Christmas sermon on “The Star.” He gave each child one of the four letters to hold up so he could make a point on each letter of the word “Star.” When the children stepped forward and turned around, they were in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Pay Much Closer Attention

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 8, 2013
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    To prove that JESUS is the Truth that we have heard before and always remind yourself of JESUS.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you paying attention to JESUS? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that JESUS is the Truth that we have heard before and always remind yourself of JESUS. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 2:1 (Amplified Bible) 2:1 SINCE ALL this is true, we ought to pay much closer ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Rapture: Taking A Closer Look

    Contributed by Chris Workman on Jun 20, 2001
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    An exposition of the two primary texts from which the doctrine of the rapture is drawn, distinguishing what the Bible actually says from common ideas.

    The rapture is an intriguing subject and at the forefront of much Christian thought. What is it? This is the teaching that the church will be "caught up" or raptured in the clouds with Jesus and the resurrected believers and be with the Lord forever. That much is taught very plainly in 1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How Can We Be A Friend Of God? Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 7, 2023
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    One of the greatest challenges we face today is growing closer to God. Yes, it is possible to have a more intimate relationship with a holy God and it is possible to call upon Him as your Friend, your Provider, as your Strength!

    Alpha and Omega, Part 21 How can we be a friend of God? Genesis 18:1-15 Introduction - 2023 has had one primary “purpose”: To know there is a God! -- Continuing our series, “Alpha and Omega”; examining the beginning to the end - Last time we examined the roots of impatience and how it ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Taking A Closer Look In The Manger

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Dec 3, 2007
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    There are so many things we look in this year, hidy holes for presents, stores for deals, wallets for money. Have we forgotten the most important place to look. If we are careful to take a closer look in the manger we find 3 truths. We find, life, libe

    Intro: This is the time of the year that people look in things. You know who you are. There are secret packages everywhere. There are Children looking in closets, under beds, in cars, every possible place to find a present. People look in store windows, in store adds, just about every place ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Come Closer, Pass Me Not

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 26, 2025
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    We have a standing invitation: COME UNTO ME! If we will draw nigh to Jesus ---- He will draw nigh to us. Come and go with me to my Father's House.

    COME CLOSER, THE INVITATION. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) Two parts Fodder for this lesson comes from Dick Van Huss, Winchester, Ky. THERE IS A PROMISE IF WE WILL --- GOD WILL. WILL WE HEAR THE EXHORTATION THAT GOD DESIRES US TO COME CLOSER TO ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Closer Look At The Speaking Gifts Series

    Contributed by Richard Goble on Jan 25, 2008
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     | 3,781 views

    The true purpose of the speaking gifts is to edify the church. #3 of 5.

    Title: A Closer Look At The Speaking Gifts Series: Discovering God’s Special Gifts Text: 1 Corinthians 12:8-10; Romans 12:6-8 Theme: The true purpose of the speaking gifts is to edify the church. Introduction 1 Corinthians 12:12 “For as the body is one and has many members, but all the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Give Me Some Space

    Contributed by Darren Sirmans on Aug 27, 2011
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     | 3,741 views

    As the power of God draws the heaven and the earth farther and farther apart, our main focus will be the love of Jesus to keep us closer together.

    Read Luke 13:1-5 Because of his love, the love of Jesus; he will forgive us of anything, for the reason that love is just what God says it is. God is Love. And we should focus only on his love, since this reveals who God is. He will forgive us of anything, but speaking a word against the spirit of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Moving Closer To The Cross - Part 2

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 24, 2007
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     | 3,023 views

    *We must move closer to the cross to find the victory and joy God wants us to have.

    Moving Closer to the Cross - Part 2 Matt 27:11-54 Sermon by: Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - April 1, 2007 *Today we will look at the darkest day in human history, the day when the holy Son of God was nailed to a cross for our sins. *Max Lucado wrote: The Cross... -It rests on the time ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    So You Say You Want More Of God

    Contributed by Clint Shrum on Dec 30, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 10,524 views

    How to have a closer walk with the Lord

    SO YOU SAY YOU WANT MORE OF GOD Luke 9: 23-25 Intro: In our text we see Jesus giving the disciples and invitation and instructions on what was necessary to follow Him even after He was gone. He had just foretold his future and He wanted to prepare them for the time when He would not be here. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God Is Closer Than We Can Possibly Imagine

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Aug 9, 2006
    based on 31 ratings
     | 7,553 views

    A short sermon given at a midweek communion service. The answer to our searching is much closer than we can possibly imagine.

    When I was quite young, I seem to remember an occasion when my Mother announced that she had lost her glasses. We are a family of spectacle wearers, and I know for myself that the loss of my glasses can be a big problem. Well, I was sat in front of the television and Mum was searching around in ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Steadfast Determination

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Oct 30, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 18,529 views

    At first glance it would appear that Paul is restricting himself as to what he would preach to the church in Corinth, but a closer look shows otherwise.

    STEADFAST DETERMINATION “For I determined not to know anything among you except Jesus Christ and Him crucified.” 1 Corinthians 2:2 NKJV At first glance it would appear that Paul is restricting himself as to what he would preach to the church in Corinth, but a closer look shows otherwise. Every ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Getting Closer To Christ (Sermon With Lord's Supper)

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 21, 2014
     | 7,274 views

    Mary shows us the kind of relationship the Lord wants to have with us. 1. Jesus wants us to be confident in Him. 2. Jesus wants us to be committed to Him. 3. Jesus wants to care for us. 4. Jesus wants to commend us.

    Getting Closer to Christ (Sermon with Lord's Supper) John 12:1-8 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Dec. 29, 2013 *Kevin Higgins asks: "Do you ever feel distant from God? Wish you were closer to Him?" Church, you are in good company. In Psalm 13:1, King David cried out these ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist