Sermons on Walk Closely:

Quieting A Noisy Soul Series

Contributed by Kevin Broyhill on Sep 26, 2024

Are you wound up with stress and anxiety? True rest is active—releasing the tension and anxiety that grip our hearts and minds. Psalm 37 offers the secret to a restful and peaceful life. David gives us four key action words to a pathway to true rest.

Quieting a Noisy Soul! Psalm 37 Introduction: Do you find it hard to rest? Are you wound so tight, filled with stress and anxiety… upset, unsettled at what is going on in the world around you… anxious about what is going to happen… noisy soul… just can’t seem to rest, to relax? Psalm 37 = is ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

On His Holy Hill The Lord Will Provide

Contributed by Keith Wessel on Apr 5, 2001

Abraham’s test of faith teaches us that God provides faith and something to put our faith in -- his sinless Substitute

Genesis 22:1-14 Lent 5 (Historic) April 1, 2001 On His Holy Mountain, the LORD Provides What is it with mountains anyway? Last week when our guest Pastor Schmugge was here, he went to see Stone Mt. on Saturday, and then Kennesaw Mt. on Sunday. He had asked me what he should see as a visitor, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Torn Between Two Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Oct 5, 2016

Although Paul desired to be in the Lord's presence, he knew it was more needful to remain for the church. He was determined to glorify Christ in life or death. We too need to remain committed and faithful to the work the Lord given us.

Torn between Two Philippians 1:19-26 Following his passionate discourse regarding the preaching of the Gospel, Paul continues to bear his heart unto the church at Philippi. Here we find those often quoted verses that reveal Paul being in a strait, betwixt two – having a burning desire to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

Found Faithful

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jul 18, 2006

A sermon to be used at the beginning of a pastorate.

Moreover, it is required of stewards that they be found trustworthy. 1 Corinthians 4:2 (NRSVA) 1Therefore when we could bear it no longer, we decided to be left alone in Athens; 2and we sent Timothy, our brother and co-worker for God in proclaiming the gospel of Christ, to strengthen and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:2

Denomination: United Methodist

Being A Barnabas Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 14, 2016

Many times those who serve in obscurity are overlooked, but provide a tremendous impact to the body of Christ. We must encourage those who serve in the shadows to continue for the Lord.

Series: Serving in the Shadows # 1 Being a Barnabas Acts 11: 19-26 Our text today speaks of a man, who although not obscure in the Scriptures, is often found serving in the shadows. He is first introduced among the early believers in Jerusalem. Acts 4:36 –And Joses, who by the apostles was ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Joy Of The Lord

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Dec 15, 2016

Funny thing about joy, we all want it but few know how to keep it. the Joy that the Lord gives is not based upon possessions or circumstances.

The joy of the Lord Introduction- this sermon was gleamed from materials from SermonCentral and its contributors. Good morning, we have been looking at the character of God as we celebrate the Advent season. Last week we began with hope. All our hope is to be wrapped around a loving God that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-8

Denomination: Nazarene

The Making Of A Character Series

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Oct 18, 2000

God had chosen Daniel for special serive but before being entrusted with responsibility his spiritual character was tested.

DANIEL 1 - THE MAKING OF A CHARACTER Three times in the book Daniel is referred to as a man "highly esteemed", or as the Authorised Version puts it, "a man greatly beloved". He was truly a noble character, but how did it come about? Was he born with this built into his genes? No, spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-21, Daniel 3:13

Denomination: Baptist

What Angels Look Like Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Oct 4, 2007

Exposition of Acts 6:8-15 about the character of Stephen

Text: Acts 6:8-15, Title: What Angels Look Like, Date/Place: NRBC, 10/07/07, AM A. Opening illustration: tell about the Rick Gage Crusade in TN, tell a little bit about George Whitfield as an example from his biography – p. 98 & 105, B. Background to passage: Coming off the selection of seven men ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

When God Says

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Nov 3, 2014

We don’t like to be told ‘no’. When we ask for something and the answer is ‘no’ we feel rejected and deprived. We walk away frustrated or sad. What about when God says 'no'? Let’s look at some examples where people had a proper response to being told no.

WHEN GOD SAYS “NO” INTRODUCTION: We don’t like to be told ‘no’. When we ask for something and the answer is ‘no’ we feel rejected and deprived. We walk away frustrated or sad. It can take the wind right out of our sails. Sometimes a ‘no’ answer ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Help! I'm Sunk!

Contributed by Greg Nance on May 18, 2002

Without God’s power on the inside, all the instruction of God’s law can only condemn us. Thanks be to God for the power of Christ within!

Jesus gave us some amazing instructions. Matt. 6:19 "Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. 20 But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21, Colossians 1:28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Get Real Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 16, 2002

Moses dramatically changed at one point of his life. How and why did it happen?

OPENING: Arthur Tonne tells of an overnight visitor to the White House during the Coolidge administration. Calvin Coolidge was not one of the warmest people to be around - he was well known for his brevity and taciturn nature. Seated at breakfast with President, the visitor determined to attempt ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:29-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Expected Things PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 30, 2023

This sermon encourages us to maintain unwavering hope in God's promises, recognize His unseen beauty, and hold onto our expectations even in times of adversity.

Good morning, dear friends. It's a joy to gather together, to share in the warmth of fellowship and the light of God's Word. We are, each one of us, like travelers on a road, not always certain of the destination, but confident in the One who guides us. It's a road that stretches out before us, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-4

Topics: Hope

Got Doubts? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 2, 2024

This sermon explores the story of Doubting Thomas, encouraging believers to confront their doubts and find faith in the trustworthiness of God.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to be with you today, to gather once again in the warmth of fellowship, under the banner of our shared faith, united in our love for the Lord. Today, we find ourselves in the company of a familiar figure, a man who walked closely with Jesus, who ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-29

Topics: Honest Doubt, Faith-Filled Response

Pastor Anniversary PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 20, 2024

This sermon encourages appreciation and esteem for pastors, God's chosen servants, who guide us through spiritual trials with divine wisdom and love.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It's truly a joy to gather together in this sacred space, bound by our shared love for the Lord and our desire to grow ever closer to Him. Today, we find ourselves on the cusp of a new understanding, standing at the threshold of a deeper appreciation for those ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13

Topics: Called By God

Calling All Angels Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on May 2, 2006

This talks about the role that angels played on the first Resurrection day. God used them because He wanted to, not because He had to. It’s the same with His servants today.

Luke 24:1-8 – Calling All Angels Tonight we are continuing to look at various angles of the resurrection and what it means for us today. Tonight’s message is a thought I have never preached on before, and I hope that it speaks to your heart. I’m talking about angels. Let’s read Luke 24:1-7. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-8

Denomination: Baptist