Sermons on Those That Are Nigh:

Sermon # 10 - Reward For Those Who Seek God Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Apr 2, 2025

Those who seek God with all their heart and put their faith in His Son Jesus will experience an amazing transformation in their lives and will become a blessing to many. Abraham in the Old Testament and Paul in the New Testament are great examples of those who truly sought God.

We read in Genesis 12:4, “When Abram was seventy-five years old, he started out from Haran, as the LORD had told him to do; and Lot went with him.” (GNB) Abram was seventy five years old, when he ventured out on the journey that God asked him to undertake. Generally, people at that age will want ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:4, 1 Chronicles 28:9, Jeremiah 29:13, Hebrews 11:6, Genesis 12:1-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Do Not Weep As Those Without Hope (Funeral Sermon) Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 6, 2025

As believers, our grief is marked by a hope that transcends the sorrow we feel in this moment.

DO NOT WEEP AS THOSE WITHOUT HOPE (Funeral Sermon) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Thessalonians 4:13 (KJV) But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope. INTRODUCTION: Death often brings ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Building A Memorial: Those Who Have Gone Before

Contributed by Rick Dinkins on May 24, 2024

Do you know the difference between Veteran’s Day and Memorial Day? How does this relate to us in faith?

TITLE: Building A Memorial: Those Who Have Gone Before SCRIPTURE: Hebrews 11 Hebrews 11:1-40 (KJV) 1 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. 2 For by it the elders obtained a good report. 3 Through faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God Gives Victory To Those Who Trust Him Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 2, 2025

David’s dependence on God brought him consistent success. When we follow his example, we also enjoy divine backing in all our endeavours.

GOD GIVES VICTORY TO THOSE WHO TRUST HIM By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Chronicles 14:8-17 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 20:7, Isaiah 31:1, 2 Samuel 5:19, Psalm 44:3 INTRODUCTION: Victory in life’s battles does not come by human strength or strategy alone. Many people depend on ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 14:8-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Does God Help Those Who Help Themselves? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 7, 2023

This sermon explores misinterpretations of mainstream beliefs, the importance of mutual aid in Scripture, and the mandate for mercy and mutual support in our lives.

Welcome, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. We gather here today, not as strangers or mere acquaintances, but as a family bound together by the love of our Savior. In the sanctuary of God's presence, we find comfort, solace, and wisdom. So, let's prepare our hearts to receive the Word of God ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:17-26

Topics: Statements, Not Biblical

I Shall Not Give My Enemies The Inheritance

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Feb 14, 2011

Beloved, apart from your life, the most priced gift that you have is your salvation.

I SHALL NOT GIVE MY ENEMIES THE INHERITANCE Dr. D. K. Olukoya The first thing I want you to do is to tell the Lord that you want to experience His raw power, the kind of raw power that Elijah and the apostles experienced. Say, “O Lord, let me experience Your raw power, in the name of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 21:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Significent Signs Of The Times

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 23, 2002

As we review these significant signs of the times that will be in place prior to our Lord’s return, we can "lift up our eyes for our redemption draweth nigh".

SIGNIFICANT SIGNS OF THE TIMES "But know this, that in the last days perilous times will come." "But evil men and impostors will grow worse and worse, deceiving and being deceived." II Timothy 3:1, 13. I. PERILOUS TIMES WILL COME! The Greek word “chalepoi” can, with equal ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:3-4, 2 Timothy 3:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

What Can Jesus' Blood Do For You? Tear Down Those Walls

Contributed by Jonathan Powell on Mar 22, 2013

What does the Blood of Jesus do for you?

What Can Jesus' Blood Do for You? - Tear Down Those Walls Ephesians 2:11-18 God's grace is amazing to you and I. God's mercy to you and I is overwhelming. His love is immeasurable to you and I - by simply providing Jesus Christ as a sacrifice for our sins. We've seen this picture painted time ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

"What Is To Happen To Those Who Lived Befor Jesus Christ?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 10, 2003

There is no corner of teh universe where God’s grace has not been preached.

1 Peter 3:18-22 “What Is To Happen To Those Who Lived Before Jesus Christ?” By: Kenneth Emerson Sauer Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA In the Academy of Fine Arts in Venice hangs a painting that got the artist in trouble with the Inquisition. The painting depicts ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:18-22

Denomination: United Methodist

Those Who Know God Must Reject False Teachers Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Mar 22, 2001

Three characteristics of false teachers guided by the ‘spirit of antichrist’.

Anitchrists (those who deny that Jesus is the Christ) This term is used by John in 3 ways: 1. A spirit in the world that opposes or denies Christ 2. The false teachers who embody this spirit 3. A person who will head up the final world rebellion against Christ Three characteristics of false ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-29

Denomination: Baptist

Why Jesus Rejoiced With Rejoicers And Wept With Those Who Weep

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. Jesus knew that people generally do not care how much you know until they know how much you care.

1. Jesus knew that people generally do not care how much you know until they know how much you care. The Lord really empathized with people by using the power of the Spirit to identify with all aspects of their lives. Jesus fully comprehended the pain, suffering and heartaches of people because He ...read more

Scripture: John 11:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Jesus Brought Comfort To Those Who Were Hurting

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Jesus knew how to comfort the hurting because He had compassion for the way people struggled with every problem. The Lord Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the good news of the kingdom and healing every

Quote: Many people are drawn to the love of Jesus by His ministry of consolation more than anything else. When we are weary, stressed out or hurting, our human tendency is to call on God for help in our time of need. Illustration: For every action, there is an equal and opposite criticism. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Will See Justice Done To Those Who Cry To Him

Contributed by William Baeta on Oct 16, 2001

"And shall God not avenge his own elect who cry out day and night to Him, though He bears long with them?"

Theme: God will see justice done to those who cry to him Text: Exodus 17:8-13, 2 Tim. 3:14-4:2; Lk. 18: 1-8 Today’s parable comes across as a very simple lesson about persistence. It teaches us that persistence achieves results. Looking back at our own childhood or at our children we will ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8, Exodus 17:8-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Responsibilities Of Those Who Received The Good News (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Joel Santos on Dec 1, 2004

The shepherds were privileged to hear the good news of Jesus Christ’s birth through the angels.

The Privilege and Responsibility of Those who Received the Good News Luke 2:1-20 (Christmas Series) Luke 2:1-20 reads as follows: (RSV) 1 In those days a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be enrolled. 2 This was the first enrollment, when Quirinius was governor of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In Tandem With God: Including Others, Especially Those Who Differ Series

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Aug 22, 2008

A sermon that encourages us to see that God includes people of all types into His family.

Dr Seuess’ story the sneetches highlights something that seems to be part of every human being. The desire to be different and to use that difference to show how we are better than others. In the sneetches it was we have stars and you don’t. Then later on it was don’t have stars but you do. And ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Lutheran