Sermons on Walk Closely:

The Great Questions Of Christmas

Contributed by John White on Dec 3, 2018

Christmas is a time for questioning. It is the year's end. In the life of a church it is the climax of a year's worship and service unto God. A time when every individual should have a close look at his relationship to Christ and stop and reassess his committal.

THE GREAT QUESTIONS OF CHRISTMAS Isa. 7:14 "Therefore the Lord himself shall give you a sign; Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel." Isa. 9:6-7 "For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14, Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Illustrations Of The Christian Believer

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 12, 2010

It was typical for our Lord Jesus to use illustrations in his presentation of the truth. His close disciple Peter followed His very effective teaching method. In his First Epistle, Peter uses many beautiful pictures of believers in Christ. Today we shall

Intro: It was typical for our Lord Jesus to use illustrations in his presentation of the truth. His close disciple Peter followed His very effective teaching method. In his First Epistle, Peter uses many beautiful pictures of believers in Christ. Today we shall see and study six of them. To better ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-12

Denomination: *other

Scary Scripture Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 29, 2022

Paul warned Timothy to keep a close watch on his life and on THE TEACHING because "in doing this you will save both yourself and those who hear you." Why is what we teach so critical to the salvation of ourselves and our listeners?

OPEN: Shortly after I got out of Bible College there was a popular church near Ft. Wayne that attracted thousands of attenders that was called “The Glory Barn” (the building looked like it had been a barn). I went to their worship a couple of times myself just to see what the attraction was, and I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:16, Acts 17:11, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Hebrews 4:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Mercy Of God Locks Up Death And Hades Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 8, 2025

Jesus bears the keys that have locked up “Death and Hades” so that we no longer can fear dying, so that when we close our eyes for the last time here, we can look forward to seeing Our Lord in that New Life.

Sunday of Divine Mercy 2025 When the Church gets really excited about one of God’s wonderful works, She commits Liturgy over and over. So last Sunday was our celebration of Christ’s Pasch, His rising from the dead, and for the entire week we have been celebrating that same Mass every day. This ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:12-16, Psalm 118:2-4, Psalm 118:13-15, Psalm 118:22-24, Revelation 1:9-13, Revelation 1:17-19, John 20:19-31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

Resuscitating Your Faith Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on Jun 7, 2005

This is the sixth in a series walking through the book of James, and exploring ways to make our faith practical in daily life. This week explores true faith combining knowledge and emotions with action.

(This message was introduced with a clip from the movie "Signs", featuring Mel Gibson. During the movie, there is an evening conversation between the character played by Gibson and his brother. It takes place on a coach, with the children sleeping beside them, and is a powerful reflection on ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Wesleyan

Out Of Order

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Mar 12, 2004

Sad to say there are too many Christians that are walking around with an, "OUT OF ORDER," sign about them. They are not in a fit state to be used of the Master, nor are they producing the fruit that they should be producing.

Out of Order 1 Peter 3:15 But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and [be] ready always to [give] an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear: Recently there were those in the UK who were opposed to the war in Iraq (2003) and decided upon a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

8 Ways To Follow Jesus -But Only One Is The Right Way

Contributed by Peter Pilt on Apr 29, 2019

Various people followed Jesus when He walked the Earth. I have found 8 different ways that people followed Him. But only one way leads to life.

In Mark 1:16-20 – Jesus calls to some men to come and follow him. Here is he story 16 And as He walked by the Sea of Galilee, He saw Simon and Andrew his brother casting a net into the sea; for they were fishermen. 17 Then Jesus said to them, “Follow Me, and I will make you become fishers of men.” ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:16-20, Matthew 19:16-23, Mark 5:24-34, Galatians 1:6, Acts 26:28, Acts 20:29-32, 2 Kings 15:1-4, 2 Kings 22:1-2, Psalm 63:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Whom Will You Meet In Heaven? Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Nov 7, 2022

There is so much speculation about heaven but we have very little to go on in the word. People express the hope of heaven being a reunion and we look at that. Whom do you want to meet in heaven? That is what we will consider here. Heaven could be very close.

Whom will YOU meet in heaven? INTRODUCTION Talk to Christians about heaven and what that will be like, and you have so many variant answers. That is normal, for none of us knows any details and a lot of what we think is more in line with our own assumptions. What will you do there? Will we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:21, John 12:20-21, Matthew 10:37, 2 Corinthians 5:6-8, Psalm 116:15, Psalm 31:14-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Message In 1peter – Number 6 – Follow My Example Of Suffering And Walk Accordingly (But Not The Writer’s Example) – 1peter 2:21-23 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on May 24, 2023

This message looks at examples, especially Christ's example in suffering. Committed Christians take up their crosses and follow Christ, their example. Our Lord has set the example in suffering. That will lead to persecution/suffering when we deny self and walk in His footsteps.

MESSAGE IN 1PETER – NUMBER 6 – FOLLOW MY EXAMPLE OF SUFFERING AND WALK ACCORDINGLY (BUT NOT THE WRITER’S EXAMPLE) – 1Peter 2:21-23 {{1Peter 2:21 “For you have been called for this purpose, since Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example for you to follow in His steps,”}} [A]. A ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:21, Acts 17:10-11, Philippians 3:17, 2 Thessalonians 3:6-7, 2 Thessalonians 3:6-9, 2 Timothy 3:12, Matthew 16:24, John 12:24-25, Isaiah 53:3-5, 1 Peter 2:22, Hebrews 7:26, John 8:46, James 5:10-11, Philippians 3:10-11, Acts 5:41, Romans 8:18, 2 Thessalonians 1:5, John 6:15, Philippians 3:8, 1 Peter 2:23, Matthew 26:62-63, Luke 6:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

United In Faith And Mission Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jun 17, 2006

Once we are firmly established in God’s powerful, life giving grace, we are then able to walk before others--as brothers and sisters in Christ united in our faith and in our mission.

Ephesians 4:1-16 “United in Faith and Mission” INTRODUCTION Some people have described the Christian life as not difficult, but impossible. I think we can agree that without the power of the Holy Spirit in our lives, we would not be able to live in faithful obedience to God and experience ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Lutheran

Wednesday - An Extravagant Giver And A Ruthless Taker Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 21, 2022

These two stories of the extravagant giver and the ruthless taker are excellent examples of what we should and should not be. Both people were very close to Jesus, but ended up having very different reactions to him. Jesus loved them both in spite of what they did to Him.

A. We might oversimplify things by saying that the world is made up of two kinds of people: givers and takers, but there is some truth to that statement. B. I love hearing stories about big tippers and I try to be a good tipper myself. 1. A man named Greg Rubar was a waiter at D'Amico’s ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Before This Year Ends, God Will Remember You

Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Dec 6, 2025

This year may have tested you. It may have drained you. It may have humbled you. It may have taken things from you. But do not close the chapter early. God is still writing. Heaven is still moving. The story is not finished. Divine remembrance is still possible.

BEFORE THIS YEAR ENDS, GOD WILL REMEMBER YOU There are seasons when the human heart feels forgotten. Not because God has abandoned us, but because the situation has lasted longer than expected. Many people quietly wonder, “Will this year end without a change? Will my prayers remain unanswered? ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 8:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Alpha & Omega - The Connection Between Gensis & Revelation

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Nov 6, 2023

We are standing at the end of the book of Jude the benediction is being given, our heads are bowed, eyes closed, and hands raised, and we are hearing “Now unto him that is able to keep you from falling and to present you faultless before the presence of his glory with exceeding joy.

Alpha & Omega The Connection between Genesis & Revelation By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - If I were to say the most attacked books of the Bible were Genesis and Revelation, I believe I would be pretty accurate with that proclamation. These two books receive a lot of criticism ...read more

Denomination: Apostolic

Take My Yoke Upon You – Matthew 11:28-30 – But How Will That Yoke Fit Me? Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 18, 2022

Matthew 11:28-30 is a well known passage but what are these yokes and how does the Lord fit our yoke? Several examples of biblical yokes are given and we close with the personal "Yoke Maker" and "Yoke Fitter". All the Lord does for you is good.

TAKE MY YOKE UPON YOU – MATTHEW 11:28-30 – BUT HOW WILL THAT YOKE FIT ME? THE THREE COMMANDS THAT ARE REALLY INVITATIONS {{Matthew 11:28 “COME to Me all who are weary and heavy-laden and I will give you rest. Matt 11:29 TAKE My yoke upon you, and LEARN from Me for I am gentle and humble in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30, Genesis 27:39-41, Hebrews 12:15-16, Leviticus 26:13, 1 Kings 12:3-4, 2 Timothy 3:12-13, Isaiah 47:5-6, Jeremiah 27:6, Acts 15:10, Galatians 5:1, Galatians 1:8-9, Jeremiah 27:8-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Trouble In My Way

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jun 24, 2021

Many Christians believe that if they are walking in obedience to God then they will be blessed. They define being blessed as a life without troubles. This message is about being blessed despite the troubles we experience.

Trouble In My Way Scripture: Job 14:1; Mark 4:35-41; John 14:1-6; Deut. 28:1-13 I am sure many of you know this….there are Christians who believe that because they have accepted Jesus as their Lord and Savior they will not have troubles in this life. As a matter of fact, they believe that ...read more

Scripture: Job 14:1, John 14:1-6, Deuteronomy 28:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational