Sermons on Dark Places:

In A Better Place

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 26, 2003

For Remembrance Sunday, when we honor the memories of those who have died in the previous year: Those who suffer loss go to a better place emotionally when they cast off unproductive patterns and allow themselves time to receive unconditional love. They

There is something we say to console ourselves when someone dies. It is a phrase I have heard over and over. We say,“I know she is in a better place.” My friend, my parent, my spouse has passed away, but it feels good to think of one truth: “He is in a better place.” By that, of course, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Place Of Faith

Contributed by Jim Kane on May 5, 2003

What does it mean to have faith?

Last week I suggested that we place a great deal of faith in our ability to buy and operate our cars because faith is an important and essential part of our lives. This past week I talked with several people and asked them to name 5 everyday things people have faith in. Here is some of what they ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-2, John 20:19-29

Denomination: Church Of God

A Place Called There

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jul 29, 2002

There is where we must be in order to receive Gods presence, protection, and provision. Where is there? (Only God knows).

1 Kings 17:4 And it shall be, that thou shalt drink of the brook; and I have commanded the ravens to feed thee there. God specifically gave Elijah directions for his protection and his provision, He could only expect these provisions if he obeyed God. Where is there? There is wherever God has ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Place With The King

Contributed by David Dewitt on Aug 20, 2002

A study in the grace of King David and the grace of God

A Place with the King 2 Samuel 9 April 14, 2002 Evening Service Introduction I. The hard reality of war A. War is a result of sinfulness B. War illustration II. David’s new kingdom A. David was rebuilding the kingdom 1. The kingdom was divided because of Saul 2. David was bringing the kingdom ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-13

Denomination: Church Of God

A Place To Belong Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Jan 30, 2004

Are you a church attender or a church member? Does it matter which you are, or which you choose to be?

A Place to Belong Purpose Driven Life #17 Cornwall/Montreal December 6, 2003 Are you a church attender or a church member? Does it matter which you are, or which you choose to be? Maybe you’re not sure, right now, what you want to be and are exploring to decide what you want to be. It does matter ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42, Romans 12:12-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Place Of Escape

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Oct 2, 2002

Finding refuge in His arms...no matter the trouble!

The Cave of Adullam (Justice of the People) Text: I Samuel 22:1-2 (Verse 2) Every one that was 1) In Distress 2) In Debt 3) Discontented 400 men Adullam means ‘refuge.’ This was a city conquered by Joshua in Joshua chapter 12. It was fortified by rehoboam in II Chronicles 11. It is referred ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 22:1-2

The Secret Place

Contributed by Norman Lawrence on Nov 13, 2001

Message on abiding in the presence of the Lord, and relying on Him for peace even in the midst of terror.

THE SECRET PLACE Psalm 91:1-3 He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. [2] I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him will I trust. [3] Surely he shall deliver thee from the snare of the fowler, and from ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Higher Place

Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Nov 19, 2001

In his letter to the Church in Ephesus, Paul prays for mature believers to press on and experience a higher place.

A Higher Place INTRODUCTION:  God is inviting us to a higher place  There are higher attainments in the spirit  There is more of God to be found  We have not ’arrived’ yet  In his letter to the Church in Ephesus, Paul prays for mature believers to press on ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

There Is A Place To Hide

Contributed by Tom Walker on Oct 18, 2000

You will see especially in verses 2 and 9 the reference, twice the Psalmist refers to the Lord as His “refuge.

You will see especially in verses 2 and 9 the reference, twice the Psalmist refers to the Lord as His “refuge.” The word “refuge” has the idea of a “place of shelter” or a “place to hide.” It points to a place to be covered from rain, storm or danger. The hiding place itself speaks of at least ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-16

A Place Of Escape

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Oct 28, 2001

By using David’s experience, we can learn how to trust God as we abide under His almighty hand!

I. The Cave of Adullam (Justice of the People) A. Text: I Samuel 22:1-2 (Verse 2) Every one that was 1) In Distress 2) In Debt 3) Discontented Adullam means ‘refuge.’ This was a city conquered by Joshua in Joshua chapter 12. It was fortified by Rehoboam in II Chronicles 11. It is referred to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 22:1-2

Dangerous Places

Contributed by Jeremy James on Nov 21, 2004

God often times calls us to minister in the very places that we don’t want to be. Love our enemies as well as our friends and neighbors.

Dangerous Places What if all your life you were taught a certain way to do something, and then one day someone came along and told you that you weren’t supposed to be doing it that way? What would be our reaction? Golf Club All my life I have been told the proper way to hold and swing a golf ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:10-15

Denomination: Methodist

The Importance Of The Place Series

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Jan 22, 2003

God made places before He made people. This sermon examines the importance of the place in relation to realizing purpose.

THE IMPORTANCE OF THE PLACE THE PRINCIPLE OF DIVINE PLACEMENT Have you ever heard the statement to go to the church of your choice? It sounds nice and we tend to believe it but in reality the church we attend is not our choice it’s Gods! God will not bless you just anywhere you go. Genesis 2:8 ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Place In The Palace

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Apr 23, 2006

God is inviting us to come out of crippling circumstances into covenant relationship.

A POSITION IN THE PALACE 2 Samuel 9:1-13 - 2 Samuel 9:32 3 Then the king said, “Is there not still someone of the house of Saul, to whom I may show the (unfailing, unsought, unlimited) kindness of God?” And Ziba said to the king, “There is still a son of Jonathan who is lame in his feet.” 2 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Place To Belong Series

Contributed by Todd Leupold on May 30, 2007

Just what does it mean to belong? How do you know?

“A PLACE TO BELONG” Message 18, Day 17 in the Series based on Rick Warren’s The Purpose Driven Life Rev. Todd G. Leupold, BBC, AM, August 22, 2004 INTRODUCTION: Please allow me to take the next few minutes to tell you about several people – people you may even know. First, I’d like to introduce ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Place Of Grace

Contributed by Daniel Lawson on Jul 4, 2007

Sharing the Grace of God with others.

The place of Grace Daniel Lawson New Bethel Baptist Church Collinsville, Alabama II Samuel 9:1-13 “And David said, Is there yet any that is left of the house of Saul, that I may shew him kindness for Jonathan’s sake? And [there was] of the house of Saul a servant whose name [was] Ziba. And when ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-13

Denomination: Baptist