Sermons on Thus Far:

Far Sighted Strategy: Preparing The Generations Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 1, 2010

We must constantly reinforce and pass on the truth of God's Word.

Far Sighted Strategy: Preparing the Generations (2 Peter 1:12-15) 1. When our kids were young, we enjoyed watching Sesame Street with them, especially Hannah. This was before Elmo took over the show. 2. This added vocabulary and shared experiences. The Golden AN, Planet "Ch," "Put Down the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:12-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

So Near, Yet So Far!!!

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Feb 14, 2016

To focus on Biblical examples of some souls who were “so close, yet so far from Him”…even while gleaning lessons which are very much applicable to God’s people of the 21st century!!!

SO NEAR, YET SO FAR…. Sometimes in our Christian sojourn, really can we (God’s children) be far away from the very One we owe our physical and spiritual lives to, even ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:8-10

Denomination: *other

Living In A Far From Perfect World

Contributed by John Newton on Mar 18, 2024

Peter’s words to slaves in the first century are relevant to our world in the twenty-first.

I suspect that a number of you have heard the old story of the young man who was desperately seeking God’s guidance for some crucial issue in his life. For some reason he decided that the best way forward might be simply to allow his Bible to fall open randomly and then follow the wisdom of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:18, Luke 6:27-28, John 18:10-11, Acts 2:36-38, 1 Peter 2:18-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Episcopal

So Near And Yet So Far

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Sep 14, 2009

We will never be as close to Christ as we could be or think we are if we are oblivious to today’s issues or build monuments to past achievements.

We can be close to something, and yet miss it. We can be almost on target, almost where we want to .be, and yet, if we’re not exactly where we ought to be, we miss it. So near and yet so far. A couple of years ago, when my wife and I were touring England, we were in Victoria Station, one of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-36

Denomination: Baptist

When God Seems Far Away

Contributed by H.b. Charles Jr. on Jun 24, 2012

"When God Seems Far Away" is an exposition of Psalm 61, which teaches that you can never be so far away that God cannot hear you when you call.

WHEN GOD SEEMS FAR AWAY Psalm 61 A certain little boy greatly missed his father, who was separated from the family for the long time by military duty. But the boy was comforted by a picture of his dad that sat in a frame on his nightstand. When he was frightened at night, he would state at the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 61:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

America Has Gone Too Far

Contributed by Cooper Abrams Iii on Sep 17, 2001

In the face of America’s current trend to deny God where can we find comfort.

America Has Gone Too Far! A nation of people that have no fear of God. Amos 7:1-13 Date: November 6, 1998 Intro: The elections of this past week have proven clearly that America has no fear of God. I rarely preach messages addressing current events or politics, but I feel compelled to ...read more

Scripture: Amos 7:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

When God Seems Far Away

Contributed by Marty Hopkins on Sep 26, 2005

A message for those who have serious questions for God as to why things happen the way they do.

“When God Seems Far Away” (Habakkuk chapter 1) I have a message this morning that I think every person here can identify with. And as I prepared this message, I really wrestled with what to say and how to say because I don’t want anything to be taken wrong or misunderstood. I just want you to ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

How Far Would God Go? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 29, 2001

Jesus could have made his point with only one of these stories and yet he told all three that day. Why?

OPEN: The boss of a big company needed to call one of his employees about an urgent problem with one of the main computers. He dialed the employees home telephone number and was greeted with a child’s whispered, "Hello?" The boss asked, "Is your Daddy home?" "Yes," whispered the small voice. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-24, Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Not Far From The Kingdom Of God”

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 13, 2003

When the time runs out in the life of an individual, “coming close” to the kingdom of God leads to far more than disappointment...it ends in eternal separation from God.

“NOT FAR FROM THE KINGDOM OF GOD” "Then one of the scribes came, and having heard them reasoning together, perceiving that He had answered them well, asked Him, "Which is the first commandment of all?" Jesus answered him, "The first of all the commandments is: ’Hear, O Israel, the LORD our God, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34, Mark 12:34

Denomination: Baptist

How Far Does Love Go?

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Dec 9, 2003

Lessons on love from the book of Ruth

“How Far Does Love Go?” Ruth Intro: This morning, we want to talk about one of the greatest love stories ever: the story of Ruth. You’ve been reading this week in the books of Judges and Ruth. I want us to consider the concept of love this morning and what it means for each of us here today. ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Far Should I Go? Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Apr 17, 2001

How far should I go in this obedience thing? Is every part of the Bible to be heeded?

I. Everything Is To Be Heeded (17-18) A. The Old Testament is Approved 1. Jesus’ seal of approval on the OT 2. Jesus’ often quoted the OT B. The Old Testament is Absolute 1. Not to be modified or changed 2. Jot & Tittle C. The Old Testament is Authoritative 1. Jesus came to fulfill the OT 2. To ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20

Denomination: Baptist

How Far Is It From Bethlehem To Calvary

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Feb 21, 2001

Answers the question "How far is it from Bethlehem to Calvary?" from several different view points

Well it’s almost here, and almost gone. Day after tomorrow it’ll be over, the presents will be opened, the turkey will have been eaten, the carols will have been sung and for all practical purposes Christmas 2000 will be but a fond memory. And yet it is only 16 weeks until we celebrate Easter. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Wesleyan

We've Come This Far By Faith

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Sep 24, 2002

This sermon is the message delivered on the church’s 40th anniversary dealing with where the Lord has brought us from as a church.

We’ve Come This Far By Faith 9/8/2002 40th Celebration Deutoronomy 8:1-18 Hebrews 10:35-39 Toby Today we celebrate our 40th anniversary and declare that we have come this far by faith. The year was 1961. The United States had attempted to overthrow the new Government of Cuba. The attempt ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:1-18, Hebrews 10:35-39

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Close To The Cross But Far From The Blood

Contributed by Joseph Marshall on Aug 13, 2002

Today, we find many people who are very close to the Cross and to Jesus; however, they are no different than someone who has never heard of the Cross or Jesus. You see, just like those who have never heard, they are not under the Blood of Christ!

Introduction: Today, we find many people who are very close to the Cross and to Jesus; however, they are no different than someone who has never heard of the Cross or Jesus. You see, just like those who have never heard, they are not under the Blood of Christ! You may ask, “Why do you have to be ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:24-39

Denomination: Baptist

When We Wander Too Far Series

Contributed by Ryan Johnson on Mar 6, 2002

Message for Christians that are in sin

Series: Creating Contagious Compassion When We Wander Too Far? ( evanglelism, salvation) Luke 15:3-7 Survivor Eva Hart remembers the night, April 15, 1912, on which the Titanic plunged 12,000 feet to the Atlantic floor, some two hours and forty minutes after an iceberg tore a 300-foot gash in the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ