Sermons on Relationship With Jesus:

A Matter Of The Heart

Contributed by Mike Schmelzer on Oct 7, 2013

This message illustrates how we could be good people and follow the law, but not have a relationship with Jesus Christ.

INTRODUCTION The encounter of this young man is recorded in three of the gospels, Matthew, Mark, and Luke. It reminds me of a game show I used to watch when I was a kid. ILLUST: It was called, “Let’s Make a Deal”. The Young Man and His Desire for Eternal Life There are some ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Does It Mean To Follow Jesus

Contributed by Scott Berry on Aug 13, 2009

Following Christ is more than just warm fuzzys in worship it’s about taking up your cross and being obedient to him as Lord

What does it mean to follow Jesus. How do you define what it means to be a Christian? What is possibly the most common definition of what it means to be Christian? ‘I have a relationship with Jesus’ What does that even mean – I get it, he listens to you and you listen to him He makes you feel ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-31

Denomination: Baptist

Our Distance From Jesus

Contributed by Niles Lloyd on Feb 15, 2003

WHERE ARE YOU AT IN YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH JESUS? WHY ARE SOME REALLY CLOSE, SOME NOT SO CLOSE AND OTHERS SEEM SO FAR AWAY FROM CHRIST? WELL, WE CAN ALL BE CLOSER IF WE "WANT" TO BE CLOSE TO JESUS.

TITLE: OUR DISTANCE FROM JESUS 1/27/02 TEXT: MATTHEW 26:36 – 43, 47 - 50 INTRO: ONE OF MY FAVORITE PASSAGES OF SCRIPTURE IS HERE IN CHAPTER 26 OF THE BOOK OF MATTHEW. I HAVE OFTEN READ THIS PASSAGE AND WONDERED ABOUT ALL THAT TOOK PLACE ON THAT NIGHT. IT IS A SPECIAL PASSAGE TO ME ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-50

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing Jesus The Purpose Of Revival

Contributed by Ian Johnson on May 21, 2004

The ultimate revival is the Revelation of Jesus Christ in all His fullness. The book of Revelation starts “The Revelation of Jesus Christ” this sums it all up. The whole purpose of our life is relationship with Jesus Christ to Know Him and to be known.

KNOWING JESUS: THE PURPOSE OF REVIVAL Pastor Ian Johnson Papatoetoe Elim Church May 2004. Daniel 11:32 32 And such as do wickedly against the covenant shall he corrupt by flatteries: but the people that do know their God shall be strong and do exploits. Kjv Luke 24:31 And their eyes were opened, ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 11:32, Revelation 1:9-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Building Christ Honoring Relationships

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Aug 1, 2005

In this sermon we see Jesus example in how to build Christ honoring relationships.

Introduction- Do you need help building stronger relationships in your life: at work, home, school, and even at church? All of us need help building stronger relationships! Ill- One Sunday a minister was finishing up a series on marriage. At the end of the service he gave out small wooden ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Father-Son Relationship With God Almighty

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Dec 5, 2018

You have a father - Sinn relationship with God, take advantage of it

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: FATHER-SON RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD ALMIGHTY Romans 5:9-11 King James Version (KJV) 9 Much more then, being now justified by his blood, we shall be saved from wrath through him. 10 For if, when we were enemies, we were reconciled to God ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:9-11

Denomination: Charismatic

Reaping What You Sow In Relationships Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 6, 2024

In relationships, we have the opportunity to sow seeds of love, kindness, and compassion.

As believers, we understand that our actions have consequences. This principle is beautifully illustrated in Galatians 6:7-8, which says, "Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. Whoever sows to please their flesh, from the flesh will reap destruction; whoever sows ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:12, Proverbs 18:19

Helping People Find And Follow Jesus Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 7, 2025

As we think about all that Luke 9 is about, I want you to please begin to think where you are at in your relationship with Jesus. I want to help you FOLLOW Jesus and so it is good to critique, pray, think, and ruminate on how we are doing in our relationship with God.

HELPING PEOPLE FIND AND FOLLOW JESUS Luke 9:57-62 #followJesus THE PURPOSE OF CINCINNATI CHRISTIAN CHURCH IS TO HELP PEOPLE FIND AND FOLLOW JESUS INTRODUCTION Every year I like to start the year with focusing on the purpose of our church family. I hope you know our mission. I hope you already ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Heart Of Easter Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 11, 2011

What is at the Heart of Easter? What is it that we need the most in our lives? A relationship with Jesus Christ, the Son of God, the Creator of the universe and the One who created you in their image.

A man was driving southbound on the freeway last Wednesday afternoon. His cell phone rang and he answered it. His wife’s urgent voice said, "Dear, I just heard on the news that there’s a car going the wrong way on the same freeway you’re on!. Be careful!" "The man replied, ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

Losing Jesus

Contributed by Howard Parnell on Sep 18, 2002

Once we come to Christ in faith, our relationship is secure in Him. However, it is possible to loose our fellowship with Him.

LOSING JESUS Luke 2:41-52 INTRO. Many think the underprivileged child is the one who does not have the right kind of education or food or clothing...or perhaps one from a broken home or one whose father has been killed or imprisoned. But the true underprivileged child is the one raised in a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-52

Denomination: Baptist

7 Steps To Godly Relationships

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Feb 21, 2007

The Bible is the guide to healthy Godly relationships. Everything else falls short.

From the beginning God was into relationships We see in the beginning the relationship between the three persons of the Godhead God created the angels to have a relationship. He created Adam and Eve to have a relation ship with Him and also with each other. We see the relationship between ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Called For A Purpose Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Nov 13, 2017

Why has God called called us? What is His purpose for us?

2 Timothy 1:8–12 (NKJV) According to Julie Iovine in the New York Times, in the 1990s many owners of small farms in America began to reduce their wholesale farming to a mere sideline and instead started using their property for another purpose: entertainment farming. Other terms for this new ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:8-12

Denomination: Baptist

Come Away From Complacency

Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 24, 2014

A sermon from Song of Solomon 5:2-6:1 on marriage and also our relationship with Jesus Christ (Outline and much material adapted from Alan Carr at: http://www.sermonnotebook.org/old%20testament/SOS%205_2-16.htm)

HoHum: H.W. Jurgen, a West German sociologist, claims that married couples chat with one another 70 minutes a day in the first year of their marriage. This drops to 30 minutes a day in the second year and then only to 15 minutes a day in the 4th. His research shows that by the eighth year, a ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Intimate Value Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 6, 2014

The only thing with lasting value is a personal, intimate relationship with Jesus Christ, and the most important aspect of our lives is fostering that relationship.

Intimate Value Text: Phil. 3:1-11 Introduction 1. Illustration: "Everything in this world has two aspects - how it looks at the moment, and how it will look in the time to come. The easy way may look inviting at the moment, and the hard way daunting. 

The only way to get our values ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

The Risk Of Relationships (Pt. 1)

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 22, 2002

To get sweet things – particularly, the sweetness of a rewarding relationship – requires putting yourself in danger – taking a risk.

Feb. 11, 2001 Judges 14 “The risk of relationships” – part 1 INTRODUCTION Whenever I say the name “Samson”, there are probably two things that pop immediately into most people’s minds. They are great strength and Delilah. Most anyone who has even a little bit of biblical knowledge has ...read more

Scripture: Judges 14:1

Denomination: Baptist