Sermons on Deer Pants For Water:

Before He Changed The World, Jesus Entered The Water

Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Jan 9, 2026

Before His public ministry began, Jesus stepped into the Jordan. This sermon explores how humility, obedience, and identity come before world-changing power.

Beloved brothers and sisters, We live in a world obsessed with results—impact, success, influence, and power. We admire those who change history, who move nations, who leave their mark on the world. Yet when we look at Jesus—the One who changed the course of human history—we discover something ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Faith Vs. Presumption At The Water's Edge Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Mar 6, 2026

This sermon contrasts the miraculous deliverance of the Israelites, who crossed the Red Sea by faith in God's command, with the sudden destruction of the Egyptian army, who drowned because they arrogantly presumed they could imitate the actions of faith without submitting to the God of faith.

Introduction: Trapped by the Impossible Have you ever found yourself in a situation where there was absolutely no way out? You look forward, and there is an insurmountable obstacle. You look behind, and your past or your enemies are rapidly catching up to you. This was the exact position of the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:29

Denomination: Baptist

Go! And Drink From The Living Water - John 7:37-39 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 4, 2025

John 7:37-39 is a powerful call to action, a divine invitation for all who are thirsty. It is not a physical thirst that Jesus speaks of, but a deep spiritual longing—a need only He can satisfy.

Go! And Drink from the Living Water - John 7:37-39 Introduction: In John 7:37-39, Jesus makes a bold declaration: "On the last day, the climax of the festival, Jesus stood and shouted to the crowds, 'Anyone who is thirsty may come to me! Anyone who believes in me may come and drink! For ...read more

Scripture: John 7:37-39, Psalm 42:1-2, Matthew 5:6, Jeremiah 2:13, Revelation 22:17, Acts 1:8, Galatians 5:22-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Thirsty For God, For His Word?

Contributed by Jay Yousling on Sep 3, 2020

As I was learning how to parent my boys, I asked God to help me pass on what it means to be thirsty for God, what it means to love God’s word. He gave me this T.H.I.R.S.T.Y. acrostic.

Thirsty for God, For His Word? Psalm 42:1 "As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God." As I was learning how to parent my boys, I asked God to help me pass on what it means to be thirsty for God, what it means to love God’s word. He gave me this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:4, Joshua 1:8, Psalm 119:160, 1 Corinthians 14:32, Ezra 7:10, Isaiah 50:4, James 1:22, John 13:17, Psalm 119:1, Psalm 42:1, Job 23:12, Romans 10:17, Isaiah 66:2  (view more)  (view less)

“jesus Defies The Natural Order Of Creation” Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Aug 17, 2015

Jesus defies the principles of gravity and space in his fifth sign which is given only to the 12 disciples on the Sea of Galilee. Look for the picture of the Gospel in this sign!

“Jesus Defies the Natural Order of Creation” John 6:16-24 We looked at Jesus’ miraculous feeding of the 5,000 men (probably close to 10,000 people in total) from five barley loaves and two fish. This miracle of Jesus demonstrated His creative power more than any other so far in ...read more

Scripture: John 6:16-24

Denomination: Baptist

It Ain't A Haint Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 9, 2013

Jesus is Lord of earth and heaven. Even the winds must obey Him

It Ain't a Haint John 6:16-21 Introduction Last Week, we covered the account of the feeding of the 5,000 from the Gospel of John. The text ended with the people trying to seize him and make Him king. They saw Jesus as a political figure rather than a Messiah who had come to save them from their ...read more

Scripture: John 6:16-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Deep: Worthy #2 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Oct 27, 2019

If we live remembering that we are: His creation, He has compassion for us, He wants a to keep company (Charisma) with us.

This week we continue our swim lessons by diving deep in the scriptures by going to the well of living water. Last week, we started this new series off by bringing forward our hidden secrets, sins and prejudices on a piece of paper and depositing them into a jug of water only to watch them ...read more

Scripture: John 4:16-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

And He Began To Sink

Contributed by John Daniel Johnson on Oct 3, 2021

There are times in this life that we began to fall (sink) away from the LORD. This sermon teaches us how to stop sinking and lessons we can learn from those who are sinking.

"And He Began to Sink" Scripture Reference: Matthew 14:25-33 Preached at Mount Zion Baptist Church on October 3, 2021 Delivered by Rev. John Daniel Johnson Illustration— I want to share with you that God surely does work in mysterious ways. He always keeps me amazed as the awesome ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:25-33

Denomination: Baptist

I Thirst Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Mar 15, 2009

This sermon is about spiritual thirst, seen in the light of Christ’s thirst on the cross.

Sermon for CATM – March 15, 2009 – The 7 Last Sayings of Jesus on the Cross: “I am Thirsty” John 19: 28 Later, knowing that all was now completed, and so that the Scripture would be fulfilled, Jesus said, "I am thirsty." 29 A jar of wine vinegar was there, so they soaked a sponge in it, put the ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Souls Thirst

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Mar 19, 2010

Lent 2(A) - Our souls thirst. Thankfully and joyfully Jesus knows the thirsty. Thankfully and joyfully Jesus gives living water.

OUR SOULS THIRST (Outline) February 28, 2010 - Lent 2 - JOHN 4:1-14 INTRO: Hunger and thirst are basic needs that we seldom overlook. In our country we have unlimited access to all kinds of food choices. We also have access to clean, drinkable water. This is not true in many other ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

The Well At The Well

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Sep 30, 2012

Living Water… Flowing water… Spring water make a good type for the Holy Spirit. As Moving water quenches thirst, refreshes and invigorates, purifies and makes the earth fruitful.

Jesus Is: Seed of the Woman - Genesis 3:15; A Star Out Of Jacob - Numbers 24:17; A Prophet - Deuteronomy 18:15, 18; The Mighty God, The Everlasting Father, The Prince Of Peace -Isaiah 9:6; The Lord Our Righteousness - Jeremiah 23:6; The Son Of God - Daniel 3:25; The Son Of Man - Daniel 7:13; ...read more

Scripture: John 4:3-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

Drinking The Bible Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 25, 2014

It is impossible to grow in your relationship with God without growing in your relationship with God’s Word. We won’t grow unless we get into the Word.

Drinking the Bible 1 Peter 2:1-3 Rev. Brian Bill October 25-26, 2014 Video: “Week in the Life of a Neglected Bible” If you and I are not reading the Bible on a regular basis, we will never know its truth and we won’t grow in truth. According to a Barna survey, 82% think that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

The Ravens Cry

Contributed by Stephen Fournier on Sep 13, 2003

Sermon on prayer

THE RAVENS CRY PSA. 147:9 There is was a young man by the name of Gary in fact Gary lived right over here on Goodyear Lake. Now Gary had head a tail that had been passed on through his family that his father, grandfather and great-grandfather had all walked on water on their 21st birthdays. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 147:9

Denomination: Bible Church

Jesus Help Us In Our Time Of Need

Contributed by Donald Macon on Jun 6, 2002

The miracle greater than walking on water is that Jesus lifts us up during our time of need.

I’m sure some are asking “why did he select this passage for such a time as this?” and understandably so. If you think it’s true that Jesus walked on water, you’re right. If you think the miracle stops there, you’re wrong. Most people refer to this passage as where Jesus Walked on Water. And it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Baptist

No New Wine Before It's Time

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on May 3, 2008

How do you handle pressure? How can you keep from cracking under pressure?

I. Cracking Under Pressure A. Text: Psalm 119:81-83 “[81] I am worn out waiting for Your rescue, but I have put my hope in Your Word. [82] My eyes are straining to see Your promises come true. When will You comfort me? [83] I am shriveled like a wineskin in the smoke, but I have not forgotten to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:81-83