Sermons on Stay Close:

So Close, Yet So Far Away Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 17, 2017

A study of the Gospel of John 20: 1- 18

John 20: 1- 18 So close, yet so far away 1 Now the first day of the week Mary Magdalene went to the tomb early, while it was still dark, and saw that the stone had been taken away from the tomb. 2 Then she ran and came to Simon Peter, and to the other disciple, whom Jesus loved, and said to them, ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Silent Nights - Pt. 2 - Closed Doors Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Dec 15, 2013

We enjoy "Silent Night" at Christmas, but what if every night is silent? How do we endure quiet seasons of life when nothing is stirring . . . even God?

Silent Nights Pt. 2 - Closed Doors I. Introduction Silent night, Holy night All is calm, all is bright Round your virgin mother and child Holy infant so tender and mild Sleep heavenly peace, Sleep heavenly peace! Silent Night although it is one of the most popular (top 100) Christmas Songs of all ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:3-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Go Into Your Room, Close The Door And Pray

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Oct 17, 2013

God is calling his people to be persistent in prayer. God is calling his people to be changed, to be transformed through prayer. God is calling to those who truly enjoy and who truly yearn to spend time with Him.

Let us pray -- O' Heavenly Father, we come before you this day and we ask that you reveal more about the nature of prayer. May our hearts and our minds be open to your Word this day. We ask this in the blessed name of Jesus your son and our Savior .... Amen. A young man went into a drugstore to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 8:3-4, Matthew 6:5-6, Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Anglican

So Close And Yet So Far Away

Contributed by Mike Cleveland on May 26, 2008

The invalid man by the pool of Bethesda was so close to the healing waters, but yet so far away from being healed. The Jews who heard Jesus were so close to Him, so far away from genuine faith. Many go to church, and are so close to eternal life, but so f

Let’s turn in our Bibles to John chapter 5: As you’re turning let me tell you a story I read recently....once upon a time there was an explorer by the name of “Guitan” who was famous for his daring adventures and grand discoveries. Now one day Guitan heard that there was a treasure in a cave just ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How We Should Draw Close To The Lord

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 31, 2022

We often hear someone saying of someone else, “HE HAS AN ATTITUDE PROBLEM.”

What do people mean when they say that? They mean that person has an attitude that is not right about some things in his life. This was exactly what James was saying about people in our text. For example, many think the Bible condemns people for having money. The Bible does not! HOWEVER, ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Side Doors

Contributed by Bala Samson on Sep 2, 2013

It is not only about opening the front door for Christ but closing the side doors from satan is also of paramount importance!

Side doors! Ephesians 5:15 “Therefore be careful how you walk, not as unwise men, but as wise..” Nestled in the midst of open fields, situated in the outskirts of the city, the simple, elegant, white colored duplex building was certainly gorgeous compared to the multi-hued houses all ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Causes Of Delay And How To Stay Free

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 26, 2025

Delay can arise from satanic resistance, human error, or divine timing, but God has given us keys to stay free and walk in His perfect plan.

CAUSES OF DELAY AND HOW TO STAY FREE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Daniel 10:12-13; Habakkuk 2:3 Key Verse: “For the vision is yet for an appointed time, but at the end it shall speak, and not lie: though it tarry, wait for it; because it will surely come, it will not tarry.” (Habakkuk 2:3, ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 10:12-13, Habakkuk 2:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Why I'm Staying On The Wall!

Contributed by Brian Phillips on Mar 18, 2006

God calls Ezekiel and He calls us to stand as a watchman and sound the alarm against sin and for righteousness.

"Why I’m Staying On The Wall!" (Ezekiel 3:16-21/33:1-9) INTRODUCTION: You may be asking yourself, "What is a Watchman?" "And why do you need them?" A watchman is someone who stood upon a wall or a watch tower (I hate that the JW’s have almost ruined that word!). Some watchmen were set near ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 3:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

Come As You Are - Stay As You Werent

Contributed by J. Douglas Duty Jr. on Oct 10, 2005

On the demoniac

Come as you are – Stay as you weren’t Mark 5:1-13 It is said that the only animal that when cleaned that then goes back into the filth and muck is a pig. You can take them out wash them up, show them off and they will go back to living in the muddy pit they are used to. In reality – the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Lifesong - Staying On Key In A Song Of Praise Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Feb 26, 2006

LIFESONG – Getting Rid of the Sour Notes, Staying on Key in a Song of Praise So what can we do to get rid of the sour notes? How can we stay on key in our song of praise? We are going to focus this morning on getting rid of those sour notes; to do so

LIFESONG – Getting Rid of the Sour Notes, Staying on Key in a Song of Praise Ephesians 4:1-16 • Ephesians 4:1-16 (NIV) [1] As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. [2] Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Constantly Stay In God's Presence

Contributed by Wincci Yin Chee on May 30, 2006

Not only we want to be in His presence but we want to STAY in His presence.

How to constantly stay in God’s presence: 2004 -One day in the house of the Lord is better than thousand years in the world. -Not only we want to be in His presence but we want to STAY in His presence. -Only constantly live in the presence of God, we can live a life worthy of our ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 13:9-16, Psalm 95:1-11, 1 Chronicles 16:23-29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Staying Preserved,in A Fermented World!

Contributed by Jevon Turner,sr. on Sep 9, 2006

This world is full of sin and we must learn how to stay preserved.

Staying Preserved, In A Fermented World! Jude 1: 1-10 As, I start this sermon I must say that I am very thankful for Jude’s letter written to all believers everywhere. This letter from Jude helps us understand the importance of staying truthful to our faith in Jesus Christ and his word. The ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-10

How To Stay Humble After Victory Series

Contributed by Izak Shipman on Jun 13, 2002

A sermon about victory and how to stay humble, also seeing the dangers after victories.

When God uses underdogs! Part II How to stay humble after Victory Gen 14:15-24 15.He divided his forces against them by night, and he and his servants attacked them and pursued them as far as Hobah, which is north of Damascus. 16. So he brought back all the goods, and also brought back his ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Stay In Right Lane: Consistency Counts" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Mar 11, 2003

Why Consistency in our Spiritual Walk is important.

Iliff & Saltillo UM churches March 2, 2003 “Stay in Right Lane”: Consistency Counts II Kings 2:1-12 INTRODUCTION: We will soon begin the Lenten Season. I’d like you to look back over the past year and ask yourself the question, “Am I a more consistent or less consistent Christian than I was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

How To Stay Balanced In An Unbalanced World

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Apr 11, 2003

Word about the Word

“How to Stay Balanced In an Unbalanced World” Part 7 Sermon Series: A Word about the Word Date: March 9, 2003 AM Service Place: Allendale Baptist Church Text: Psalm 119:49-56 Introduction We all know we live in a fast-paced, hectic world. Sometimes this thing called life seems like a jigsaw ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:49-56

Denomination: Baptist