Sermons on Stay Close:

Unfair, Trying So Hard, I Fail To Overcome, Will I Loose My Crown?

Contributed by Coz Von on Jul 23, 2015

Will God be able to say “good and faithful servant” to a weakling like me? When were not growing your dying - We grow a lot, At some point, will I stop growing and fall away? I am concerned.

Unfair, trying so hard, I fail to overcome, will I loose my Salvation? will God be able to say “good and faithful servant” to a weakling like me? When were not growing your dying - We grow a lot, At some point, will I stop growing and fall away? I am concerned. We are on this narrow ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16, Hebrews 7:25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Benefits Of Praising God

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 11, 2003

Praise helps us bring others to worship Him so His kingdom and righteousness may grow in quantity and quality through the ministry of His church. “Those who know your name will trust in you, for you Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you

Fifty Benefits That You Gain By Praising God (Ephesians 1) Illustration:I think we delight to praise what we enjoy because the praise not merely expresses but completes the enjoyment. It is not out of compliment that lovers keep on telling one another how beautiful they are; the delight is ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Characteristics Of Comforters

Contributed by Dana Chau on Aug 5, 2002

Discover four characteristics that make you unforgettable in the mind of others and in the mind of God

This morning, we will look at the book of Job, chapter 2. Job, as we saw several weeks ago, is an epic poem. An epic poem is a heroic story recorded in poetry form Although the book of Job deals with the problem of suffering, we will not find easy answers to the problem of suffering. ...read more

Scripture: Job 2:1-13

Denomination: *other

The Way Of Wisdom Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 11, 2007

It’s not what you know; it’s what you do with what you know. Actually, it’s not what you know; it’s WHO you know that really matters.

The Way of Wisdom (Solomon) 1 Kings 1-11 Rev. Brian Bill www.pontiacbible.org 3/11/07 I might not look very wise but my name is Solomon. I want to have a heart-to-heart talk with you this morning. That’s why I’m sitting on this stool. I had a really good start but I flamed out at the end of my ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Disobedience And Defeat Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Jun 1, 2005

Today’s message is one of warning. It is a cautionary lesson from the Bible that I pray you will listen to very carefully with a mind and heart that is open to God’s Spirit. Though this is not a message of joy, it is one of great consequence for your fu

Disobedience, Defeat, and Discipline Text: Joshua 7 Several weeks ago I began a study in Joshua’s conquest of Canaan, drawing lessons for our own advance into the place of abundant blessing in the presence of God! Are you taking your promised land, moving into a life that is filled with the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:1-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Cleanliness Laws Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Aug 30, 2010

The Third sermon in the Leviticus series deals with cleanliness laws from chapters 11-15 and compares the temporary cleanness of the law system to the permanent cleanness we enjoy because of Christ.

Leviticus Series #3 Cleanliness Laws Leviticus 11-15 CHCC: June 27, 2010 Visual aids: Magnifying Mirror, Hand Sanitizer, and Matryoshkas (nesting doll from Russia) INTRODUCTION: Put hand sanitizer on hands and wash them, then pat face, then look in mirror (small side). Make a comment about ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Elijah, The First Encounters Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Sep 17, 2024

Elijah is one of the most well-known people in the Bible. This message speaks about the very early part of his ministry. Oh that the LORD would raise up more Elijahs these days!

Introduction: Elijah, the prophet. He was and is one of the most well-known men in the Bible. He seemed to come out of nowhere, and eventually was one of only two people (so far) to go to Heaven but never died! But like most people, Elijah had a lot to endure before he began his ministry. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Lord, Save Me!

Contributed by Michael Walther on Aug 8, 2011

Jesus and Peter walk on the water and show us how our fears are overcome by God's grace.

"Lord, Save Me" Matthew 14.22-33 Introduction Brian Simo is a race car driver, and most of you have probably never heard of him. However there is one thing about him with which you are probably familiar. In 1985 he created the “No Fear” clothing line and found an idea that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Lutheran

The God Of Hope

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Dec 27, 2012

Christmas in one word is hope. That hope is Jesus Christ.

The God of hope Luke 2:8-2:15 Introduction- This morning we are in the last Sunday before Christmas. Tomorrow, we celebrate Christmas Eve by a candlelight service. Then everyone prepares for the big day. If you had to describe Christmas with one word, what would it be? Take away ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-15

Denomination: Nazarene

The Message Of The Tent Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 6, 2009

What was God was trying to communicate to us by how He had the Tabernacle laid out? (This sermon gives an "overview" of the entire tabernacle).

OPEN: A couple of years ago, I visited a placed called “Colonial Williamsburg” in Virginia. It’s a famous town which has restored buildings from the 1700’s. There are shops there, a couple of restaurants, the governor’s mansion… and there is an Episcopalian Church building – constructed in 1715 ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 40:16-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Gain Support From Christian Leaders

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001

Many churches have failed to grow due to poor communications. One man came from the U.S. to teach principles of communication in management to ECWA leaders, but he failed to communicate. He knew all the proper theories, but he failed to show understandi

How To Gain Support From Christian Leaders for Church Planting Projects Learning Objectives 1. The students will explain why it is important to establish rapport with leaders. 2.The students will explain how to approach local leaders in seeking their support for planting and growing ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In The Storm? Sound Out!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 30, 2002

there will be storms and trials that pass into our daily walk. No one is exempt from the storms. STORMS WILL PASS!

--- IN THE STORM --- SOUND OUT! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Remember this: IT IS EASY TO SWIM, FAST IF SHARKS ARE BEHIND YOU! TEXT: Matthew 7: 24 --- 27 24: Therefore whosoever heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them, I will liken him unto a wise man, which built his house ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27, Matthew 14:28-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Bona Fide- A Study Of James- Part 11- "Stuff That Works" Series

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Mar 20, 2017

Part 11 of our Bona Fide series

Bona Fide A study of James Part 11 “Stuff that works” I am often told by people who don’t know me or how I work very well “ You need a new truck, when they see my old Ford” Or you need a new trailer when they see me rocking it back and forth in order to secure the cross latch Sometimes well ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

It Can Be Hard When Everybody Knows You

Contributed by David Haun on Jan 9, 2004

When Jesus went home to Nazareth, he took his disciples with him. Why? What did they learn from the trip? What message does it offer for us?

"IT CAN BE HARD WHEN EVERYBODY KNOWS YOU" (Mark 6:1-6) Introduction There is an unwritten "rule" that exists in ministry. It’s a "rule" most ministers recognize. The rule: "Never return as pastor to your childhood church." So often going back home just won’t work, because folk in your ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thanks Mom!

Contributed by Greg Nance on May 11, 2004

Motherhood is a major job. God’s commandment to honor our fathers and mothers invites us to explore the benefits and blessings they bring to us.

Thanks, in part, to my Mother, I had a drug problem when I was young. I was drug to church for Bible class on Sunday morning, and then drug to worship services and then drug to church again on Sunday evening. I was drug to Wednesday night Bible studys. I was also drug to gospel meetings ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-15, 2 Timothy 1:3-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ