Sermons on Atmospheric Presence:

“why Hast Thou Forsaken” Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on May 28, 2015

Looks at Jesus' last words “Why Hast Thou Forsaken”

“Why Hast Thou Forsaken” Matthew 27: 45-46 In this series, we’ve been looking at the last seven utterances of Jesus on the cross. Today, we have the darkest of Jesus’ sayings. Charles Spurgeon called it “the midnight of the day.” It was the darkest hour for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-46

Denomination: Methodist

The Lord Rests On Us

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 2, 2015

To show that the LORD rested His Presence in us and never to be removed again.

I. EXORDIUM: Is the LORD resting on me? Yes. Deuteronomy 33:12 Deuteronomy 33:12 Of Benjamin he said: The beloved of the Lord shall dwell in safety by Him; He covers him all the day long, and makes His dwelling between his shoulders. Proverbs 19:23 The reverent, worshipful fear of the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 10:36

Denomination: Pentecostal

Knowing Expands Your Joy Series

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Feb 8, 2015

Caldwell & Jorgeson free climbed El Capitan’s Dawn Wall. How were they able to do this impossible climb? Knowing that they were fastened to the rock. Our only security in life is staying fastened to Jesus

- El Capitan’s Dawn Wall Yosemite National Park Cal.  - 3,000 ft. vertical face climbed in 19 days - Many considered the most difficult rock climb in the world. - Dec. 27/14-Jan.14/15 -Tommy Caldwell and Kevin Jorgeson - Few, if any, thought the Dawn Wall could be free-climbed - Using just ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

Glory Of God!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Feb 11, 2015

Glory of God is difficult to define or explain, one has to experience it! I pray this devotion would take you into the glorious presence of God and you feel His tangible presence!

Glory! 2 Chronicles 7:1”As soon as Solomon finished his prayer, fire came down from heaven and consumed the burnt offering and the sacrifices, and the glory of the LORD filled the temple.” “I repeat the glory of the LORD filled the temple!” Glory! This word is so often ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Power And Peace In The Storm Series

Contributed by Curtis E. Nester on May 31, 2016

How the presence of Jesus in your life changes everything.

SERIES: Miracles with a Message #5 TITLE Power and Peace in the Storm TEXT: John 6:14-21 INTRO: Since he was a little boy, Bob had heard that his Father, Grandfather and Great-grandfather had all walked on water on their 21st birthdays. So, on his 21st birth-day, Bob his good friend Brian headed ...read more

Scripture: John 6:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

Issues In Aging: Part Ii Series

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Sep 17, 2015

MOST OF THE CHANGES WE SHALL SEE IN LIFE WILL HAPPEN IN OUR SENIOR YEARS. MANY WILL NOT BE PLEASANT AND WILL BRING ABOUT A MIXED BAG OF RESPONSES, HOW DO WE MINISTER TO THOSE WITH DIMENTIA AND ALSHEIMERS AND THEIR FAMILIES?

ISSUES IN AGING: PART II ROMANS 12:9-18 TODAY WE ARE GOING TO CONCLUDE OUR SERIES ON ISSUES IN AGING, BY LOOKING AT THE CHALLENGES THAT WE WILL FACE, IF WE HAVEN’T ALREADY, AS WE GROW OLDER. ONE PERSON I READ COMPARED OUR SENIOR YEARS TO THE FOURTH QUARTER OF A FOOTBALL GAME. YOU COULD ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-18

Denomination: Baptist

The First Tent Revival

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 1, 2015

This message looks at the consequences of sin, what repentance is, and how to be one of those whom God chooses to fill with His Spirit.

THE FIRST TENT REVIVAL Ex. 33:1-11 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: 1. WHAT’S THE GOOD NEWS? a. Lucas was sitting at the breakfast table, reading the paper. He came across an article about a beautiful actress who was about to marry a football player known for his lack of IQ and common sense. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sacred Space

Contributed by Monty Newton on Aug 29, 2011

Sacred space may be anyplace you encounter the presence of God.

Title: Sacred Space Text: Exodus 3:1-15 Thesis: Sacred space may be anyplace you encounter the presence of God. Introduction In The World’s Fastest Indian, Anthony Hopkins plays the part of Burt Munro, a New Zealander who set a number of world speed records in the 1960s riding an ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Evangelism--A Mission Of Delight Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 29, 2010

The Church's mission--and ours--is to preach the Kingdom of God and to heal.

Monday After Trinity You Will Be My Witnesses 5/31/10 The Church is always celebrating the presence of the Lord Jesus in Her midst. Zephaniah’s words to the wounded people of Israel must have seemed strange when he first prophesied the Lord’s presence, but they were almost identical ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-56

Denomination: Catholic

"God Is With Us"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 2, 2010

Jesus reaches out to us saying, “Don’t cry. It really will be alright,” and if we are willing-- if our eyes are open to God’s never ending presence among us, if we look for Him in the dim and mist of our confusion, hurt and pain--we will see that He is ri

Luke 7:11-17 “God is with Us” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN What is it that you most dread in this upcoming week, month or year? Maybe it’s something that you know is going to happen, like a traumatic move to a new house, school, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-17

Denomination: United Methodist

Praying Like Jesus Prayed Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jun 6, 2010

This series is to make the church more aware of the importance of practicing the biblical discipline of prayer. Last three weeks adapted from a sermon series by Greg Groeschel called Prayer.

Introduction This morning- finish up our series on prayer. The Lord is increasing our awareness of the- importance of prayer, and practice of prayer. Ja 1:22 But prove yourselves doers of the word, and not merely hearers who delude themselves. Doer- one who performs (puts truth into action in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Charismatic

Moments Of Hope

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 16, 2014

We have hope no matter what we face in life

Moments of Hope Romans 8:31-37 August 31, 2014 Morning Service “Man can live about forty days without food, about three days without water, about eight minutes without air...but only for one second without hope.” ¯ Hal Lindsey Everyone is in need of hope. The world would fall apart ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-37

Denomination: Church Of God

Close Encounters Of The Holy Kind Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 31, 2014

Isaiah encountered the living God and responded with a sense of awe and service.

1. Peter Marshall once prayed before the U.S. Senate: "Lord, we thank you that we can come to you just as we are. But remind us that we dare not leave as we came." (Senate Chaplain, '47-48) 2. What are some purposes of worship? a. Respect God; Love God; Honor God b. Dying in Service Little ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Not Home Alone Series

Contributed by Troy Luttrell on Nov 12, 2014

You can have all the blessings, material benefits, and all the land and children, but if you do not have God’s presence you are nothing.

Introduction: Ill: Three block-buster movies in the early 90’s that followed a boy that seemed to always be easily forgotten everywhere he went, and usually had to face bad guys all alone. Background • Review Genesis 25; twins yet born completely opposite ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Plan Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Dec 15, 2014

God has a plan as seen in Esther when she was made queen

Esther 4:1-17 “The Plan” INTRODUCTION Sharon was a good student with almost an “A” grade point average. She had her heart set on going to a prestigious college. She wasn’t accepted into that college, however, and the scholarship she was awarded by her second ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:1-17

Denomination: Lutheran