Sermons on Proximity:

Jesus In The City Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Dec 17, 2008

We find Jesus throughout the OT, and today we find him in 6 special towns -- The Purpose, the Prophecy, and the Proximity of the Cities of Refuge. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

Christ in the City Joshua 20:1-9 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/ChristCity.html We find Jesus throughout the OT, and today we find him in some cities: [vv. 1-3] The Jews are now in possession of the Promised Land. The 12 tribes divided up the land, but then there were 6 cities set aside as ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 20:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Impacting Our World

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jun 3, 2015

HP (High Potency) + CP (Close Proximity) + CC (Clear Communication) = MI (Maximum Impact) (Outline and material taken from Bill Hybells & Mark Mittelberg's book, Becoming a Contagious Christian)

HoHum: One of the most frustrating experiences in life is to be told what to do without being given a clear idea of how to go about doing it. Unfortunately, this kind of thing happens all the time. The boss sets a sky high sales quota and lets everyone know clearly that he expects everyone to meet ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Brothers: Rivals, Partners, Or Soul Mates?

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 17, 2010

For Masonic Divine Service: Brothering can be an accident of birth or proximity, but it often becomes competitive because of insecurity or exploitive because of sin. Christ chooses us to be brothers and lays His life down for us.

It's almost time to elect a president of the United States. Every four years we go through this little exercise called a national election. And even though every four years we tell one another that the election is about issues; about the economy and about foreign policy and about defense and about ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Reaction To A Changed Life Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Oct 12, 2011

THE PASSAGE BEFORE US TODAY IS THE UNDISPUTED BIRTH OF THE CHURCH. AND THIS BIRTH IS ACCOMPLISHED IN A VIBRANT, EXCITING MANNER. SO MUCH SO THAT IT IS EVIDENT TO THOSE NOT PART OF THE PROCESS. SO GREAT IS THIS BIRTH, THAT THOSE IN PROXIMITY COME TO FIN

THE REACTION TO A CHANGED LIFE Acts 2:1-13 When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. 2 Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting. 3 They saw what seemed to be tongues of fire that separated and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Dont Waste Your Sorrows :god Heals The Broken Hearted And Uses Them To Heal

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Oct 30, 2006

THIS SERMON IS ABOUT NOT WASTING YOUR SORROWS BECAUSE GOD HEALS THE BROKEN HEARTED AND USES THEM TO HEAL THE BROKEN HEARTED AND HIGHLIGHTS THE FOLLOWING 1. PROXIMITY 2. POSSIBILITY 3. PITY 4. PARTNERSHIP 5. POWER 6. PROLIFERATE 7. PERFUME

DONT WASTE YOUR SORROWS : GOD HEALS THE BROKEN HEARTED AND USES THEM TO HEAL THE BROKEN HEARTED ************************************************************************************************ OUTLINE 1. PROXIMITY 2. POSSIBILITY 3. PITY 4. PARTNERSHIP 5. POWER 6. PROLIFERATE 7. PERFUME THE ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

10 Vital Revelations Of The Kingdom Of God Series

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jan 1, 2024

1. POWER OF THE KINGDOM 2. PRIORITIES OF THE KINGDOM 3. PROGRESS OF THE KINGDOM 4. PRINCIPLES OF THE KINGDOM 5. PROVISION OF THE KINGDOM 6. PRICE OF THE KINGDOM 7. PROXIMITY OF THE KINGDOM 8. PROCLAMATION OF THE KINGDOM 9. PRAYERS OF THE KINGDOM 10. PARABLES OF THE KINGDOM

10 VITAL REVELATIONS OF THE KINGDOM OF GOD Luke 12:32 32 “Do not fear, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom. OUTLINE 1. POWER OF THE KINGDOM 2. PRIORITIES OF THE KINGDOM 3. PROGRESS OF THE KINGDOM 4. PRINCIPLES OF THE KINGDOM 5. PROVISION OF THE ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:32

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are You Listening

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Dec 30, 2014

Are you listening to God? Do you know how?

A man was having difficulty communicating with his wife and concluded that she was becoming hard of hearing. So he decided to conduct a test. One evening he sat in a chair on the far side of the room. Her back was to him and she could not see him. Very quietly he whispered, "Can you hear me?" ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Drawing Close To God Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 1, 2025

Drawing close to God is not a one-time event but a continuous journey of seeking Him with all our heart.

DRAWING CLOSE TO GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: James 4:8 Supporting Texts: Psalm 145:18, Hebrews 10:22, Isaiah 55:6 INTRODUCTION: Drawing close to God is one of the most important pursuits of the Christian faith. It is a relationship-building process that requires our sincere desire, ...read more

Scripture: James 4:8, Psalm 145:18, Hebrews 10:22, Isaiah 55:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living A Spirit-Filled Life - Part 3 Series

Contributed by Shell Osbon on Dec 31, 2007

God’s desire is that every Christ-follower live a life that is filled with the presence of the Holy Spirit.

10.23.05 AM Smyrna Assembly of God Pastor Shell Osbon “Living A Spirit-Filled Life - Part 3” Acts 19:1-6 Intro Acts 19:1-6 Paul has met a group of people in Ephesus who are followers of Christ but they are completely unfamiliar with the Holy Ghost. No doubt Paul explains the Spirit of God to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sermon 3 - A Formula For Impacting Our World Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 9, 2025

God has not only given us a goal, He has given us a methodology for reaching that goal. It is a concise and clear formula for impacting our world with the Gospel.

Introduction: A. As you know, I like to start my sermons with something interesting or humerous, so I decided to start today’s sermon with a funny story about a science chemistry experiment gone wrong. 1. So, I started searching online, thinking surely there must be some great stories out ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Formula For Impacting Our World Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 26, 2006

The simple formula Jesus has given us for impacting our world is that we are salt and light.

Introduction: A. I wanted to start today’s sermon with a funny story of a science chemistry experiment gone wrong. 1. So I went on line and searched for quite a while, thinking surely there must be some great stories out there. a. I stumbled on one that didn’t have a lot of details, which would ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Always Hearing, Part 2 Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Oct 4, 2021

How can we be the kind of people whom God hears? An Old Testament king gives us some clues.

The Always God Week 4. Always Hearing*, part 2 Introduction Good morning! Please open your Bibles to 2 Kings 18. This is actually part 2 of a sermon I began last week. We began last week talking about how God is able to hear our prayers, and that He invites us to call on Him. But then we spent a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Glorious Grace Of Being Royalty In Christ PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 18, 2023

This sermon emphasizes the responsibility of Christians to embody and live out the Gospel, reflecting their identity as a chosen people and royal priesthood in Christ.

Good morning, beloved family of God. We are gathered in this sacred space, under the shelter of His grace, not by accident, but by divine appointment. We are here, not because we are worthy, but because we are loved. Isn't it a wonder? Isn't it a marvel? We, the ordinary, are invited into the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9

Topics: The Real Thing, Grace

God's Peculiar Treasure

Contributed by Mack Armstrong on Nov 5, 2006

Israel was to be God’s treasure-but failed; the Church has now come to be that "peculiar treasure."

EXODUS 19:5 A PECULIAR TREASURE I. POSSESSION: * A. Peculiar. B. Priceless. C. Procured. II. PRECAUTIONS: ** A. Protected. B. Polished. C. Presentable. III. PLACE: *** A. Proximity. B. Prosperity. C. Perpetual. The old word, “peculiar” here is not what it used to mean. Today ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 19:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

Engage Glocally Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 8, 2016

We're called to go locally and globally.

Engage Glocally Acts 8:26-40 Rev. Brian Bill October 8-9, 2016 I came across some word combinations that are awkward and yet surprisingly useful. • Cellfish – An individual who continues talking on their phone so as to be rude or inconsiderate of other people. • Carcolepsy ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Baptist