Sermons on absence: showing 121-135 of 7,010

Light Of The World

Contributed by Peter Adigizi David on Nov 8, 2013

INTRODUCTION: Light is a very important aspect of life, the absence of which speaks of dullness, chaos, confusion. No wonder at the very beginning, God first commanded that there be light before continuing with the work of creation(Gen.1:1-2). God Himself is the Light (Rev 21:22)

Importance of Light:- • Light gives illumination and direction. Ps 119:105 • No creation OR order until you receive light on the matter Gen 1:1-2, Dan 9:1-2 • Pure, irresistible, all-conquering Jn 1:5, Matt 4: 4-7 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Curse Of Sin - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Nov 17, 2021

Sin left a curse. God’s curse is the absence of His blessings and the fall of Adam and Eve is only one of two places in the Bible where God pronounces a curse (the other being on Cain). There is a greater reality we often fail to see and that is there is hope in the curse.

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD, USA www.mycrossway.org View this and other messages at: https://mycrossway.churchcenter.com/channels/8118 I was reading Erwin Lutzer’s book The Serpent of Paradise, and he tells of an interesting story: There was a construction ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:15, Genesis 3:8-15, James 1:13, 1 John 1:8-9, Leviticus 11:42  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

When Life Is Hard

Contributed by Rakesh Sharma on Oct 25, 2024

As we navigate through difficult seasons, let us remember that faith is not the absence of doubt but the perseverance through it. Trust in God's goodness, rely on your community, and keep your eyes on His miracles, for in every challenge lies the opportunity for profound growth.

>> Opening Bible Reading Luke 7:18-23 18 John's disciples told him about all these things. Calling two of them, he sent them to the Lord to ask, “Are you the one who is to come, or should we expect someone else?” 19 When the men came to Jesus, they said, “John the Baptist sent us to you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:18-23, Genesis 3:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Worldwide Communion: Persisting To The End

Contributed by William Baeta on Sep 30, 2017

“Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling; for it is God who works in you both to will and to do for his good pleasure.” (Phil. 2:12-

Introduction: We greet you all in the name of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. “This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it”. (Psalm 118:24) Let us rejoice and thank the Lord for His institution of the Holy Communion and His revelations on the importance of ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 18:25-32, Philippians 2:1-13, Matthew 21:23-32

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

To Love Is To Obey

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Oct 16, 2014

We must slow down at God’s “yellow lights,” stop at His “red lights,” and proceed at His “green lights” for the highest reason - love. The absence of obedience just shows our rebellion and UN-love for God.

Opening illustration: One morning as I left Maureena for work, I began to wonder, why should I obey God’s laws? The answer played out as I approached a traffic light that had just turned yellow. A driver at the intersection waited to make sure I had fully stopped. Why did I stop? I asked ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Work Out Your Own Salvation With Fear And Trembling. What Does That Really Mean?

Contributed by Bruce Hadley on Oct 11, 2019

Paul writes in Phil 2:12-13 Wherefore, my beloved, as ye have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling. 13 For it is God which worketh in you both to will and to do of his good pleasure.

Phil 2:12 work out your own salvation with fear and trembling…. Question: "What does it mean to work out salvation with fear and trembling (Philippians 2:12)?" Paul writes in Phil 2:12-13: Wherefore, my beloved, as ye have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Etudes Mat 17

Contributed by Créteur Fabien on Sep 7, 2006

Pas plus tôt a fait descendre à Jésus de la gloire merveilleuse qu’il a été confronté avec un problème terrestre et une demande pratique. Un homme avait apporté son garçon épileptique aux disciples en l’absence de Jésus.

Etudes complémentaires Mat 17/14-21 Pas plus tôt a fait descendre à Jésus de la gloire merveilleuse qu’il a été confronté avec un problème terrestre et une demande pratique. Un homme avait apporté son garçon épileptique aux disciples en l’absence de Jésus. Matthieu décrit le garçon par le verbe ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:14-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Content--Not Settled

Contributed by Pastor Duncan Shabane on May 21, 2020

we are always looking for more, we are never satisfied ** content__peace of mind

we are always looking for more, we are never satisfied ** content__peace of mind __mental and emotional satisfaction ** when something is new we wanna settle it ** Christ is enough ** If God said it that settles it ** let us not settle for any less than God's will ** ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Other

How Are We Waiting? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 29, 2023

Explores how to find hope in waiting, maintain holiness in anticipation, and embrace the transformative process of God's call for restoration.

Welcome, dear friends, to this blessed gathering. It is always a joy to see each one of you, a testament of God's enduring grace and unyielding love. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. As we gather in His name, I am reminded of the words of Peter Marshall, who once said, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:9

Topics: Waiting, Hope

Are You Looking For Jesus? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 8, 2024

This sermon celebrates the transformative power of Christ's resurrection, emphasizing its reality and the hope it brings, while encouraging reflection on God's profound love.

Good morning, my brothers and sisters in Christ. It is a joy to gather with each of you today, united under the banner of our Risen Savior. As we gather in this sacred space, let us take a moment to reflect on the incredible love of our God, a love that transcends our understanding, a love that ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Topics: Easter, Sunday

Why? Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 1, 2021

Job does not offend God with his whys. Instead, he makes God proud of him, because of his patience and persistence in spite of having no answer to his whys.

Paul Aurandt shares this true story of James Macie. He was an illegitimate child, which is really a foolish idea, for it is the parents that are illegitimate, and not the child, but as is so often the case, the stigma of this followed him for life. The laws of England, in the 18th century, denied ...read more

God Understands

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 6, 2004

ALL ABOUT SUSTAINING GRACE...good for funerals, too!

God Understands II Cor. 12:7-10 v. 9—sing “For His grace is sufficient…” Our church body has suffered many losses thru the years, many of you have suffered great loss this year…some this week. You get up some mornings hoping that perhaps it was a bad dream…but it’s still there, it’s real, and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

Why Did God Create Evil? Series

Contributed by Brad Stone on Jul 7, 2024

We believe and trust that God created all things, so why would He create evil? This sermon digs into this question and answers what evil really is.

Biblical Answers to Life’s Tough Questions: Why Did God Create Evil? Isaiah 45:7 How many of you believe that God created all things? Without Him, does anything exist? We all agree that God created everything. That leads us to the question, why did God create evil? Afterall, we know the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 45:7

Denomination: Baptist

Stolen - Pt. 1 - Presence Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 17, 2019

Have you ever experienced theft? Something that is rightfully yours taken? This year, during Christmas, it is time to get those things back!

Presence I. Introduction No one likes a thief at any time of the year but especially at Christmas. You have read or seen accounts of families who have lost everything at Christmas due to a thief breaking into home or car. All hope seems to be lost. It seems Christmas for all of its emphasis on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:7-9, Matthew 2:16, Matthew 1:18-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Churches Without Love

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jan 31, 2020

Reihold Niebuhr compared the church to Noah’s Ark, “If it were not for the storm on the outside, you could not stand the stink on the inside.

As Paul peeped through the window of the church at Corinth, he saw quarreling, jealousy, anger, selfishness, slander, gossip, conceit, and disorder. And it broke his heart. You might expect to hear of. 1. Places of employment without love. a. Just a number b. Just a tool to accomplish a task c. You ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:20

Denomination: Baptist