Sermons on Nearness To God:

The Babe Of Bethlehem: Changing Lives Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Dec 21, 2015

What did Jesus specialize in when He walked this earth? If you ask this question to a group of people, you may get a variety of answers. Here is the answer: He specialized in changing lives!

The Babe Of Bethlehem: Changing Lives Luke 2:8-20 Introduction: 1. What did Jesus specialize in when He walked this earth? If you ask this question to a group of people, you may get a variety of answers. Some may say, "Healing people, teaching the Bible, fulfilling prophecy, doing good deeds, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Bible Church

Going Home A Different Way

Contributed by Perry Anderson on Dec 24, 2015

The wise men were changed after being in the presences of Jesus, the King of kings. True worship should cause a change in us also...When we leave we should go home a different way.

Today's scripture is a very familiar during the Christmas season...the story of the wise men and their visit to see Jesus. (Matthew 2:1-12) (1 Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the reign of King Herod. About that time some wise men from eastern lands arrived in Jerusalem, asking, 2 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Day Jesus Lost His Mind

Contributed by Michael Monica on May 27, 2015

The love of Christ, laying down his life for us all.

the day jesus lost his mind “I am the good shepherd; I know my own sheep, and they know me, just as my Father knows me and I know the Father. So I sacrifice my life for the sheep. I have other sheep, too, that are not in this sheepfold. I must bring them also. They will listen to my voice, ...read more

Scripture: John 10:14-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rest For Our Souls

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 5, 2017

Where can we find rest from our heavy burdens?

Intro What burdens do we carry? What does criticism of believers who are different from us do for us? Where can we find rest from these heavy burdens? Purpose Let’s find rest from the heavy burdens that we and others place upon ourselves. Plan Let’s look at what Jesus had to say about burdens ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:16-30

Denomination: Baptist

A Sinner Comes To Jesus

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 12, 2016

Do we look upon fellow sinners as a "super-righteous" person might or as Jesus does?

Intro When we look at people what do we see? Do we see others as a super righteous person might or as Jesus would? Purpose Let’s discover how to see people as Jesus sees them, for the love in their hearts and not for the mistakes they may have made. Plan Let’s look at Luke 7:36-8:3 ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Commission Series

Contributed by Scott Jewell on Aug 17, 2016

In English class, we've been given five questions to answer in every circumstance. How does answering those questions help us understand the marching orders we've been given in the Great Commission?

In 1944, Lt. Hiroo Onoda of the Japanese military was commissioned to guerilla warfare with squad of 4 in a remote island of the Phillippines. From the end of WWII, various leaflets and propaganda pieces were dropped onto the island to notify Onoda that the war was over, but he was sure it was a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Did Jesus Die?

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Mar 24, 2018

Jesus died a very brutal death and Christian know that by his death we have life. But at the time what were the charges that the Jews had to warrant death and why did they pass Jesus over to the Romans to do their dirty work?

Why did Jesus Die? The ministry of Jesus lasted just over 3 years and we have the gospels that relate and record that ministry. A wealth of material to guide our Christian living, to offer us hope and to give us a strong faith. And yet out of all the gospels that last week of Jesus predominates, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:19-27, Mark 11:9-18, 1 Kings 1:32-40, Mark 12:1-12, Isaiah 5:1-7  (view more)  (view less)

Celebrating The Future - The Passover Dimension Of The Last Supper

Contributed by Paul Sandford on Mar 11, 2016

The Last Supper was a Passover meal which points us to the future dimension of our celebrations of the Eucharist.

I wonder how many of us will join in with street parties on or around 14th May this year, to celebrate the Queen’s 90th birthday. Celebrations such as birthdays and Christmas and family achievements and national events can be wonderful and meaningful opportunities to get together. Our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:17-30

Denomination: Anglican

#10 Wineskins Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Aug 30, 2021

Jesus came to make us spiritually whole, not just patch us up.

"Tell me a Story” is a simple and shorter way to reference Jesus' use of parables. A parable is a relatable way to share a moral or spiritual lesson. While some don’t like parables because they don’t get right to the point. Others love a good story because it forces us to think and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:14-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Beauty Of Restoration

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Apr 27, 2020

If you will come to Jesus, He will restore your life, no matter what condition it's in.

“THE BEAUTY OF RESTORATION” John 21:15-19 FBCF – 4/26/20 Jon Daniels INTRO – Restoration shows are popular on TV these days. Just on HGTV: - A Very Brady Renovation - American Rehab (Buffalo, Detroit, Virginia) - Beach Flip - Beachfront Bargain Hunt Renovation - Brother vs. ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-19

Denomination: Baptist

Peter - The Man That Walked On Water.

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on May 18, 2020

Peter, one of the apostles of Christ measures the life of many believers today. He made mistakes, failed a couple of times and succeeded in other areas. Let us learn from his life.

TEXT: Matthew 14:26-31 And when the disciples saw him walking on the sea, they were troubled, saying, It is a spirit; and they cried out for fear. But straightway Jesus spake unto them, saying, Be of good cheer; it is I; be not afraid. And Peter answered him and said, Lord, if it be thou, bid me ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:26-31, Luke 5:1-10, John 18:25-27, Acts 3:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Am The Door Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jan 18, 2021

This sermon is part of the series Defining Jesus which looks at the "I AM" statements of the Lord.

IDENTIFYING JESUS I AM THE GATE/DOOR JOHN 10:1-11 (NIV) "I TELL YOU THE TRUTH, THE MAN WHO DOES NOT ENTER THE SHEEP PEN BY THE GATE, BUT CLIMBS IN BY SOME OTHER WAY, IS A THIEF AND A ROBBER. 2 THE MAN WHO ENTERS BY THE GATE IS THE SHEPHERD OF HIS SHEEP. 3 THE WATCHMAN OPENS THE GATE FOR HIM, ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Why Maundy Thursday

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 2, 2020

What is Maundy Thursday all about? Is it just for Catholics? Let’s look at where Holy Thursday comes from in the Bible, and what it means for us. Let’s examine John 13:1-17, 31b-35?

What is Maundy Thursday all about? Is it just for Catholics? Let’s look at where Holy Thursday comes from in the Bible, and what it means for us. Let’s examine John 13:1-17, 31b-35? Passover John 13:1-2 It was just before the Passover Festival. Jesus knew that the hour had come for him to leave ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-35

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson I.f.2 The Sons Of Ham Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 5, 2020

Although Ham had four sons the curse was only upon Canaan, and I cannot tell you why the others were not cursed.

December 10, 2013 Commentary on the Book of Genesis By: Tom Lowe Lesson I.F.2: The Sons of Ham. (Gen. 10:6-20) Genesis 10:6-20 (KJV) 6 And the sons of Ham; Cush, and Mizraim, and Phut, and Canaan. 7 And the sons of Cush; Seba, and Havilah, and Sabtah, and Raamah, and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 10:6-20

Denomination: Baptist

Falling In Love Is Only The Beginning: 4 Steps To Preparing Series

Contributed by Vince Miller on Oct 3, 2019

Between the day of the proposal and the wedding day, there’s a tremendous opportunity for a man to prepare for a life together with his new bride.

Falling in Love Is the Beginning, Not the End Between the day of the proposal and the wedding day, there’s a tremendous opportunity for a man to prepare for a life together with his new bride. While a lot of time, energy, and money will be spent on the wedding event, marriage is much more than a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:24

Denomination: Baptist