Sermons on Those That Are Nigh:

Dealing With Those Who Hurt Us (Forgiving) Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Jul 29, 2025

A message on forgiving others, its necessity, its nature, it's difficulty and its rewards.

The Importance of Forgiving Others Bob Marcaurelle face book / bmarcaurelle@charter.net “Get rid of all bitterness and anger / (have) no more hateful feelings. Instead, be kind and tenderhearted/ Forgive one another as God has ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27, Ephesians 5:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

God Honours Those Who Honour Him Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 2, 2025

Honour is a spiritual principle that draws divine attention. When individuals choose to honour God, whether through zeal, reverence, obedience, or service, they position themselves for divine promotion and favour.

GOD HONOURS THOSE WHO HONOUR HIM By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Chronicles 11:6, 1 Chronicles 12:18 Supporting Texts: 1 Samuel 2:30, Proverbs 3:9, Romans 12:10-11, Daniel 1:8-9, Matthew 25:21 INTRODUCTION: Honour is a spiritual principle that draws divine attention. When individuals choose ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 11:6, 1 Chronicles 12:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Lessons From Those Who Failed In Excellence Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 2, 2025

This study draws practical lessons from biblical characters who failed in serving God with excellence, so that believers can avoid their mistakes and walk in obedience.

LESSONS FROM THOSE WHO FAILED IN EXCELLENCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 10:6-12 Key Verse: “So, if you think you are standing firm, be careful that you don’t fall!” (1 Corinthians 10:12, NIV) Supporting Texts: Romans 15:4; Proverbs 16:18; Galatians 6:7-8; Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:6-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Preaching Of Cross Is Foolishness To Those Who Perish Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 15, 2025

To those who don't know Christ, the message of salvation through a crucified Savior may seem absurd.

For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to those who are being saved, it is the power of God. - 1 Corinthians 1:18 The cross, a symbol of shame and weakness to the world, has become the cornerstone of Christianity. To those who don't know Christ, the message ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:28

There Is Now No Condemnation For Those Who Are In Christ Jesus.

Contributed by Barnabas Park on Jan 23, 2026

Many Christians live their daily lives believing in forgiveness but still feeling condemned in their hearts. In Romans 8:1–4, Paul declares a truth so powerful that it frees believers not only from sin’s penalty, but also from the burden of living under constant guilt.

“Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.” Romans 8:1–4 1 There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. 2 For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus has set you free from the law of sin and death. 3 For God has done what the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-4, Romans 7:24, Romans 8:33-34

Denomination: Baptist

Rebuking Those Who Fail To Do Good PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 18, 2023

This sermon emphasizes the importance of discerning truth from deception in faith, and the necessity of rebuking false teachings to maintain Christian integrity. Key

Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ. As we gather here today, we are here to share in the wisdom and truth of the Lord, as revealed in His Holy Word. We are here to learn, to grow, and to be transformed by the renewing of our minds. Today, we will be turning our hearts and minds to the ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:10-16

Topics: Strong Rebuke

Children & Those Serving Them Are Important To God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 17, 2024

This sermon emphasizes our divine responsibility to guide children in God's ways, reflecting the importance God places on children and those who serve them.

Welcome, my dear family in Christ. I am so glad to see each and every one of you here today. I see familiar faces, and I see new ones too. Each of you is a testament to the grace of God in our lives. We are gathered here today to celebrate, to learn, to grow, and to become more like Christ in our ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:6-7

Topics: Children

Trying Times

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on May 29, 2013

A comparative depiction of drawing nigh to God (Christ Jesus)in modern times as the prophets and kings (fathers) did in the early days.

Trying Times by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (5/29/2013) “Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you, Cleanse your hands, ye sinners, and purify your hearts, ye double-minded (James 4:8, King James Version (KJV), [Patience in afflictions])”. “Let not your ...read more

Scripture: James 4:8-17

Denomination: Friends

Good Interruptions Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 16, 2016

A study of the book of Job 19: 1 – 29

Job 19: 1 – 29 Good Interruptions 1 Then Job answered and said: 2 “How long will you torment my soul, and break me in pieces with words? 3 These ten times you have reproached me; You are not ashamed that you have wronged me. 4 And if indeed I have erred, my error remains with me. 5 ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Remembrance Sunday 2018

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Nov 10, 2018

A Reflection of the world wars

Remembrance Sunday 2018 at TSJ I would like to focus our thoughts this morning on one verse from Ps 46 Psalm 46:1 “God is our refuge and strength A very help in trouble” Our mind is that unique gift that reminds us that we are made in the image of God. The ability to remember is a wonderful ...read more

Scripture: John 15:7-17

Denomination: Anglican

The Fulfilled Life Series

Contributed by Stephen Elmer on Nov 5, 2006

Fulfillment In Life Will Only Come When You “Draw Nigh To God” Through The Lord Jesus Christ & Experience The Power Of His Endless Life!

Introduction: 1. Have You Ever Heard Of Living “The Fulfilled Life?” We Probably Have All Heard Of It – Since Just About Everyone Wants It! But What Makes Someone’s Life “Fulfilled”? It All Depends On Your Individual Goals & Desires In Life! Who Do You Think Lives A “Fulfilled Life?” ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

You Are Not Hopeless

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Dec 14, 2019

When people lose hope they make bad decisions and live in darkness, despair and loneliness. Jesus has come to make nigh or close to Him.

Ephesians 2:11 Wherefore remember, that ye being in time past Gentiles in the flesh, who are called Uncircumcision by that which is called the Circumcision in the flesh made by hands; 12 That at that time ye were without Christ, being aliens from the commonwealth of Israel, and strangers from the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

Signs Of The End.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 29, 2024

“When these things begin to come to pass, then look up, and lift up your heads; for your redemption draweth nigh” (LUKE 21:28).

SIGNS OF THE END. Luke 21:25-33. The apocalyptic imagery which Jesus employs (LUKE 21:25-27) might at first seem uncharacteristic of our loving Lord Jesus: but He stood in the long tradition of the prophets of old (e.g. Joel 2:30-32; Isaiah 24:19). In fact, the return of Jesus as judge will ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:25-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Those Weren't In Levi's Genes

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 11, 2025

Levi’s bitter, violent life was transformed by God’s grace. His curse became a blessing, and his descendants faithfully served the Lord.

Introduction What actually determines things in life? Is it just luck? Is it karma? Is it fate? Does everything happen simply by chance or coincidence? Herbert Asquith was prime minister of England from 1908 to 1916. On one occasion he spent a weekend at an estate owned by the wealthy Rothschild ...read more

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

8 Special Blessings That Those Born Jewish Have

Contributed by Todd Riley on Apr 16, 2002

An exposition of Romans 9:1-5

Islington Baptist Church April 14, 2002 Romans 9:1-5 Scriptures: Romans 3:1-8, Philippians 3:1-9 8 special blessings that those born Jewish have In Romans 3:1 Paul asks this question: “What advantage, then, is there in being a Jew, or what value is there in circumcision?” Paul’s answer ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:1-5

Denomination: Baptist