Sermons on Not Too Far:

John The Forerunner Of Jesus

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Dec 5, 2009

There are gems in all familiar stories, and this too is one. We too like John are called to proclaim the graciousness of God - the Good News of the Kingdom

Luke 3:1-6: The Coming of the Lord’s forerunner THE TIN – Riches untold Story: In the late nineteenth Century in South Africa, an old man was digging for gold in a river bed. He had been at it for many years. Every now and then he found a little bit of gold, not enough to make him rich – but ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-6

Denomination: Anglican

The Legalistic God Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on May 7, 2017

Too often we think God has too many rules and laws and we do not embrace God because of the rules/legalism

Believing and Not Believing The God of Rules May 7, 2017 I believe there are lots of people who would love to be followers of Jesus, people who want to believe, however, something holds them back. While these people are rejecting God, I believe they are doing this because they have a distorted, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

Subtle Changes With Big Consequences Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 11, 2007

Seemingly minor adjustments can have far-reaching consequences; this is especially true in the spiritual realm.

Subtle Changes With Big Consequences (I Thessalonians 1:1-3) One of the fringe benefits of being an English or History teacher is receiving the occasional jewel of a student blooper in an essay. I have pasted together the following "history" of the world from certifiably genuine student bloopers ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Very Religious Yet Very Lost!

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Aug 28, 2004

Ardent religious activity and a high and lofty intellect fall far short of the righteousness God requires.

VERY RELIGIOUS YET VERY LOST! 22 Then Paul stood in the midst of the Areopagus and said: "Men of Athens, I perceive that in all things you are very religious; 23 for as I was passing through and considering the objects of your worship, I even found an altar with this inscription: TO THE ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-34

Denomination: Baptist

Warning And The Promise

Contributed by Ronald Dale Mizer on Feb 15, 2008

Encouraging people don’t forget how the lord has brought us this far and their responsibilty.

“WARNING AND THE PROMISE” 12 Then Jehovah appeared to Solomon by night, and said to him: I have heard thy prayer, and I have chosen for myself this place for a house of sacrifice. 13 If I shut up the heavens that there be no rain, or if I command the locust to devour the land, or if I send ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:12-14

Denomination: Methodist

When Things Get Real Series

Contributed by Caleb Anderson on Nov 10, 2016

If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go with others

“When the calling is clear, walk away from the castle” When reality sets in: Leaving security for possibility <<refer to surveys—read them all—great ideas… some of you are waiting on us… but we’re waiting on you>> Stories: - Leaving comfortable gig to ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:8-16

Denomination: *other

God's Altar Call (Exodus 19:1-15) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Mar 24, 2022

If we think about our relationship with God in terms of covenant, we will be far better off.

Let's start today by reading Exodus 19:1-4: (1) In the third month of the sons of Israel going out from the land of Egypt, on this day they came to the wilderness of Sinai, (2) and they set out from Rephidim, and they came to the wilderness of Sinai, and they camped in the wilderness, and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 19:1-15

Back To The Future Series

Contributed by Troy Walliser on Feb 23, 2023

No matter how far into the future we go, Christ’s MISSION for the church will remain UNCHANGED!

Back To The Future Acts 28:1-31 Chili & Caroling; Next Sunday service. I'll be preaching a message I've entitled "Back to the Future." Watch this! That future is now in the past. We reached that movie date a little less than 2 months ago. It was called "Back To The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

O Absalom, My Son

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jul 31, 2021

There is far more to the story of David and Absalom than palace intrigues so common to world history.

O Absalom, My Son! An Exposition of 2 Samuel 18 There is nothing new about palace intrigues. Although there are only a few monarchies in the world, formally speaking, these intrigues have been adopted by governments everywhere. Those who rule have to deal with dishonest counselors, coups, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 18:15, 2 Samuel 18:5-9, 2 Samuel 18:31-33

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Value Of Interreligious Dialogue Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 1, 2016

"Evangelization and interreligious dialogue, far from being opposed, mutually support and nourish one another."

Thursday in Second Week of Easter 2016 Joy of the Gospel Today we hear the story of Peter’s witness before the Sanhedrin in the months following the first Pentecost. To the authorities who had forbade preaching about Jesus, Peter reminds them that the Law of God goes before any human law. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:27-33

Denomination: Catholic

A Fresh Start With God

Contributed by Patrick Agbonkpolor on Nov 23, 2024

No matter how far we have messed up, there is still opportunity to start afresh with God.

A FRESH START WITH GOD TEXT ISAIAH 43:18-19 How many of you here this morning would like to have something new or a fresh start in your life? Sometimes, we allow the setbacks and failures we experienced to define and enslave us to the point of missing out on the abundant life God has given us ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Rewards Of The Faithful In The End Times Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 2, 2025

The rewards of the faithful in the end times far outweigh any suffering, trials, or sacrifices made on earth

THE REWARDS OF THE FAITHFUL IN THE END TIMES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Timothy 4:7-8 Supporting Texts: Matthew 25:21, Revelation 22:12, Hebrews 6:10, 1 Corinthians 9:25, James 1:12 INTRODUCTION: The Christian journey is a race that requires perseverance, faithfulness, and dedication to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:7-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Thanksgiving

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Sep 7, 2017

In the Bible, giving of thanks goes far beyond an annual American celebration on a day we remember to thank God for a multitude of blessings. It is a preoccupation of every Christian and extends even to those elders who are "before the throne" in heaven.

Note: I have some simple, not fancy textual slides I used with this sermon. If anyone is interested, I'll send them directly by email if you'll send an email to me at sam@srmccormick.net with the subject: Thanksgiving slides. THANKSGIVING I. In his 2nd letter to the Corinthian church, Paul told ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10, Psalm 100:3-5, 1 Corinthians 10:29-30, Romans 14:6, Luke 22:17-19, Deuteronomy 12:10-11, Daniel 6:10, 2 Corinthians 4:15, Luke 18:10-14, Nehemiah 12:27-46, 1 Chronicles 16:7-36, 1 Chronicles 16:7-8, 2 Chronicles 7:12, Leviticus 22:29, Leviticus 7:12-15, Revelation 11:16-18, Ephesians 5:18-20, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dying At 10:30

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Nov 13, 2015

Analyzing the periods of life. Waiting too long to be saved.

DYING AT 10:30 Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16 I. The Householder = Master of the House --> God is the Householder A. Hiring --> God hires labourers in kindness to them, to save them from idleness and poverty, and pay them for working for themselves. 1. The Devil by his temptations, is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

It Is A Heart Issue

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jun 24, 2022

The heart of the problem is a heart issue. it is a heart that is far from God and th solution is a heart back to God.

It is a Heart issue Ezekiel 36:20-37 Introduction- Good Morning church Happy you decided to join us as we gather together. I am hopeful that you have come with an open heart for Him to speak to you. If I said that this world is a mess and in chaos, not be too many people would disagree. If I try to ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:20-27

Denomination: Nazarene