Sermons on Claims Of Divinity:

Jesus Anti-Evangelism Series

Contributed by Michael Blitz on Mar 16, 2024

In John's Gospel, Jesus does something many people find surprising, that of frequently driving away people who claim to be believers in Him. Today we look in depth at those He drove away in John 8, why He did it, and especially how He did it by claiming to be the Great I AM!

Our move now through the Lenten Season, and to the cross has a purpose: to confront people to make a decision about what they think about Jesus. The TRUE Jesus. This week, we focus on the foolishness of the cross to those who want to accept Him on their own terms. In 1 Cor 1: 18 The word of the ...read more

Scripture: John 8:48-59

Denomination: Anglican

The Divinely Appointed Partnership

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Aug 24, 2005

God calls us to a partnership in causing all things to work together for the good He has purposed us for.

“And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose.” If this is not the most frequently misquoted verse of scripture it must be close to the top of the list. You’ll hear people say on occasion that money is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Orthodox

Divine Hide And Seek

Contributed by Don Schultz on Jun 25, 2003

We hide from God because of our sin. God seeks us because of his grace.

GENESIS 3:8-15 DIVINE HIDE AND SEEK It is interesting to listen to people talk. You hear about people who eat at McDonald’s two or three times a day, and then blame McDonald’s for their physical problems. We all know who is to blame on that one. You hear about the man who smokes three packs of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:8-15

Denomination: Lutheran

Divinity In Human Form

Contributed by Robert Cote on Dec 21, 2006

the humility of the incarnation of Christ.

Divinity in Human Form John 1:14 Introduction: In this text we find the essential element of believing faith. Not how to believe. Nor, what we believe. But, in whom we believe. In 1 Corinthians chapter 15 Paul tells us just what the gospel is. He says in verse 3 “…Christ died for our sins.” ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14

Denomination: Baptist

Divine Encounters With God

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Sep 4, 2018

When we least think that God is on the move, we find that He was there all the time intervening and helping us.Just because we cannot see it, does not mean He is silent.

Divine Encounters with God Acts 10:1-48 Introduction- Last week we looked at getting ourselves in the presence of God and allowing Him to intervene in our lives. Worship can put in the presence of God as we enter into His presence. Those that seem to encounter God have either been intentional or ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-48

Denomination: Nazarene

Pleading For Divine Visitation

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Jan 31, 2012

We can still plead with God for His divine visitation today in various aspects of lives, but we must be prepared to fulfil the condition for His visitation.

PLEADING FOR DIVINE VISITATION Study Text: Isaiah 64: 1 - 5 Oh that thou wouldest rend the heavens, that thou wouldest come down, that the mountains might flow down at thy presence, 2 As when the melting fire burneth, the fire causeth the waters to boil, to make thy name known to thine ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Divine Wellspring Of Unity

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jun 8, 2020

The nature of the divine Trinity reveals fundamental truths about the image and likeness that's been bestowed on humanity and the divine intent for our human community.

June 7, 2020 Holy Trinity Sunday Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Genesis 1:1-2:4a; Matthew 28:16-20 Divine Wellspring of Unity Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Today is Holy Trinity Sunday. Every year we dedicate this ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Divine Call To Leadership Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on May 29, 2019

Establish that one of the church’s greatest needs is sound and faithful leadership. That means appointing elders and deacons (along with their families) who are committed to their divine assignment of lovingly watching over, caring for, and shepherding the children of God.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Leadership’s: Divine Appointment 2. The Leadership’s: Divine Assignment 3. The Leadership’s: Divine Assurance Introductory Remarks. 1. Our lesson today will discuss the theme: “Divine Call to Leadership.” One of the church’s greatest needs is sound and faithful ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:28-32, 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Divine Marching Orders

Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Dec 23, 2003

We have nothing to fear when God is on our side

¡§Divine Marching Orders¡¨ Joshua 1:1-9 02.02.03 Sunday Morning Sermon ¡§We have nothing to fear when God is on our side.¡¨ Intro: Start with Blank Young people can be mean to each other. I wasn¡¦t good at sports in Jr. High or High school. Our small school would get a new coach and all the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

But God, The Divine Interruption Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Feb 9, 2014

Dead, then alive, all because God stepped in!

EPHESIANS # 3 From the first part of Chapter 1, we learn these transforming truths. “I am blessed... with every spiritual blessing!” “I am included in God’s family by His design and will.” “I am valued because He invests His grace in me.” “I am ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Divine Concern For Unity

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Sep 25, 2015

To establish that unity is possible only when all agree to follow the divine standard of God -- the bible, which brings unity to the body of Christ. This lesson encourages all believers to strive for "the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace."

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Jesus’ Prayer for Unity 2. Spirit’s Plea for Unity 3. Father’s Plan for Unity Remarks. 1. Unity is only possible when all believers respect and follow the divine will and word of God. Jesus prayed for unity, the Spirit pleaded for unity, and the Father has outlined a plan ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-13, Ephesians 4:1-7, John 17:20-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Place Of Divine Appointments Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jan 28, 2015

Salvation, Evangelism, God's Plan

THE WELL – A Place for Divine Appointments John 4:1-5 (p. 741) February 1, 2015 Introduction: [My wife called me Monday morning right as I was putting pen to paper and she said she’d come upon an accident immediately after it happened, a young girl had slid through a red ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Spirit Of Divine Holiness

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 27, 2021

Divine holiness is that chief nature which God himself is. Particularly, God the Father. Divine holiness is who God is, fundamentally.

“If borne on a burning seraph’s wings I could rise to the Heaven of Heavens, and, like it’s holy inhabitants be allowed to enter the holy of holies where Jehovah especially manifests his glory; and if, prostrate before that Throne, with all reverence I should ask the question: “What is the first ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:8

Denomination: Salvation Army

A Lesson In Divine Providence Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 29, 2012

There was never a dull moment around old Jerusalem First Church! Pentecost came in a blast of Glory. It was fifty days after Jesus’ Resurrection when the Holy Spirit came upon the believers during the Feast of Pentecost. The presence of God filled t

A Lesson in Divine Providence Acts 5:12-42 Introduction There was never a dull moment around old Jerusalem First Church! Pentecost came in a blast of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:12-42

Denomination: Baptist

Divine Revelation And Inspiration Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Dec 2, 2023

To establish that the “word of God” was given to the apostles through divine revelations and recorded by them through divine inspiration. We’ll explore if the truth of God has been preserved during its translation from Greek into our English language.

INTRODUCTION Outline: 1. The Process of Divine Revelation 2. The Process of Divine Inspiration 3. The Process of Human Translation Introductory Remarks. 1. Our lesson today discusses the process of: “Divine Revelation and Inspiration.” In truth, we can only say these two processes, revelation, and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-7, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, 2 Peter 1:20-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ