Sermons on Nearness To God:

Stepping Stones Of Faith

Contributed by Johnny Knight on Jan 26, 2010

This great invitation, that Jesus extends to everyone, has 3 powerful stepping stone for your faith.

STEPPING STONES OF FAITH Text:Matthew 12:28 This great invitation, that Jesus extends to everyone, has 3 powerful stepping stone for you faith. 1. Come and receive salvation. John 12:46 “I have come as a light into the world, that whoever believes in Me should not abide in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Faith That Receives

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jul 30, 2009

Looking to Christ for all things.

FAITH THAT RECEIVES Matt: 8: 1 1 When he was come down from the mountain, great multitudes followed him. 2 And, behold, there came a leper and worshipped him, saying, Lord, if thou wilt, thou canst make me clean. 3 And Jesus put forth his hand, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

It's Time Series

Contributed by Jerry Mckee on Mar 6, 2009

This series is based on the book, "Do Hard Things" by Brett and Alex Harris. It is a 7 week series that challenges teenagers to step up from the low expectations that our culture has placed on them.

The Rebelution It’s Time “How to do hard things that make a difference” 13 Ye are the salt of the earth: but if the salt have lost his savour, wherewith shall it be salted? it is thenceforth good for nothing, but to be cast out, and to be trodden under foot of men. 14 Ye are the light of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: *other

Compulsive Clean Church Disorder

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Sep 30, 2009

this is a message against being a status quo church--don’t mark a calender change a life

Intro: most people have seen shows on Obsessive Compulsive Disorders. There are a lot of people who have minor problems to some who have major disorders. One such disorder is the desire for everything to be spotless, immaculate, not one thing out of place. Some people clean out of fear of dust, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus Said Pt3 I Am Willing Series

Contributed by Joe Hayes on Apr 26, 2009

The Red Bits of the Bible You can listen at www.preaching.co.nr

If some has something worth saying, it’s worth our while listening. The world hang on the words of people like Bono, Nelson Mandela, or Braka Obama because they often have something worth saying, that has and will influence human history. The Words of Jesus on the other hand influence eternal ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Mary And The Blessed Sacrament

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 9, 2009

Mary’s example can inspire us as we strive to believe that Christ is present.

Mary and the Blessed Sacrament May 12, 2009 Today’s Marianist festival sits in a cluster of Marian commemorations from all over the world. Tomorrow we celebrate Our Lady of Fatima. In one diocese, today is the feast of Our Lady of Power. Yesterday was the commemoration of the apparition of Mary ...read more

Scripture: John 6:41-59

Denomination: Catholic

Forgive Us Series

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 10, 2006

Part 4 of 4 covering the teaching of Jesus in the Lord’s Prayer.

THE LORD’S PRAYER Part 4 of 4 Wednesday, August 10, 2005 Matthew 6:12-13, “Forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one.” What makes it so hard to forgive? 1. Pride 2. Earthly view of life (this is all there ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:12-13

Denomination: Wesleyan

When A Man Loves A Woman

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Apr 5, 2006

how husbands should treat their wives

When A Man Loves A Woman Ephesians 6:21-33 For all our married women, or those who might be getting married in the future, here is a short sermon on how a man should love a woman. Pay attention, husbands, those men engaged to be married, all our young men in the church. · Verse 21—submit one to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:21-33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Work Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Timothy Finch on Mar 14, 2006

A look at the Holy Spirit at work in the Old and New Testaments.

The Work Of The Holy Spirit I. The Old Testament. A. Creation (Genesis 1:2). B. Giving prophesy and Scripture (Ezekiel 2:2; 8:3; 11:1; and 11:24). C. Conveying certain necessary skills for various tasks (Exodus 31:3-5; Numbers 3:10; 14:6; 14:19; 15:14; I Samuel 10:10 and 11:6). D. He ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Broken And Spilled Out

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 21, 2005

This sermon reveals how we are to be willing to empty ourselves for the cause of Christ in service to others.

Broken and Spilled Out John 12: 1 - 8 Intro: My first visit to the Palace of Versaille in France I was overwhelmed by the extravagance. Why? Take a moment to think about what the most extravagant thing you have ever done for yourself or someone you love. Hold that thought! I. Mary teaches ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Church Of Transition

Contributed by Ric Veal on Jan 30, 2008

From the regular to the radical

THE CHURCH OF TRANSITION Joshua 1:1-9 Introduction: . The word transition means the passing from one condition, place, or activity to another. . From the lukewarm to the hot; from death to life . From the passive to the active. . From the talk to the walk; from lack to abundance . ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Marriage Problems And Problems About Marriage Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Aug 27, 2007

A. We must remember that Paul is responding to questions. B. Paul directs his teaching to people in three different situations.

MARRIAGE PROBLEMS AND PROBLEMS ABOUT MARRIAGE (Part 1) 1 Corinthians 7:1-16 Introduction A. We must remember that Paul is responding to questions. B. Paul directs his teaching to people in three different situations. I. The Marriage of Two Christians (vv. 1-11). A. Some seem to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Praying 'til We Pray

Contributed by A. W. Tozer on Jun 12, 2009

A classic message on persistent prayer by A. W. Tozer.

Dr. Moody Stuart, a great praying man of a past generation, once drew up a set of rules to guide him in his prayers. Among these rules is this one: "Pray till you pray." The difference between praying till you quit and praying till you pray is illustrated by the American evangelist John Wesley Lee. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prophecies Relating To The Messiah Series

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 27, 2008

Birth of Christ series (2 of 5).

THE BIRTH OF CHRIST PROPHECIES RELATING TO THE MESSIAH Luke 24:27 INTRO: Last time, we looked at the prophecy of the Messiah to come. To day, we want to continue with the Prophecies Relating To The Messiah. I. JESUS HIMSELF ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:27

Denomination: Baptist

Just Do It

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Jun 30, 2008

A fresh look at the communion service.

1. COMMUNION IS A COMMAND "this do...this do" The command to partake of the Lord’s Supper is as important as any of the 10 commandments. Communion is not an optional extra. Eating and drinking at the Lord’s Table is more important than eating and drinking your daily food. 2. COMMUNION IS A ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-34