Sermons on Distant God:

Concerning The Existence Of God

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Nov 2, 2012

Concerning The Existence Of God

Upon leaving the confines of the Earth's atmosphere and entering the vastness of space, Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin is alleged to have remarked, "Where is God?" This was said out of a sense of mockery that the Lord of the universe could not be found in the final frontier rather than an honest ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How Many Times Does God Have To Show You He Is God SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 12, 2023

God has brought us through many dangers, both seen and unseen, and yet some of us still do not put our trust in Him.

Good morning/afternoon/evening, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. As we gather here today, we are united in our shared love and reverence for our Almighty God, a God whose love for us is unfailing, whose faithfulness is unending. We are here to reflect on His goodness, His mercy, and His ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:8

Topics: Trust, Revive, Unite, Salvation Time

Seing The Signs Of Who God Is And How He Acts Series

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Dec 23, 2007

A sermon for the 4th Sunday of Advent helping us to continue discovering that Jesus is God and what Jesus’ purpose is.

Over the last few weeks Christians from many churches have been focusing on being ready, being prepared not just for Christmas Day, but for the second coming of Jesus. Our worship time has encouraged us to: Be ready To listen to God, be turned toward God and have our lives totally influenced by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Lutheran

Divine Help In Times Of Trouble Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 21, 2025

The Bible assures us that God is a “very present help in trouble” (Psalm 46:1). This means He is not distant or indifferent. He is ready to step into our situations with power and grace.

DIVINE HELP IN TIMES OF TROUBLE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 46:1 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 41:10, Hebrews 4:16, 2 Chronicles 14:11, Psalm 121:1-2 INTRODUCTION: Life is filled with seasons of trials, uncertainties, and storms. No one is immune to trouble, whether spiritual, financial, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Names Of Jesus: Emmanuel - God With Us. Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Dec 2, 2024

A message about how we can understand God by Him being "with us". Starts out with illustration about not being able to appreciate a song by just information but only by hearing it.

Some notes and thoughts on a Christmas Series about the names of Jesus. Philippians 2:5-11 Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus, (6) who, being in the form of God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God, (7) but made Himself of no reputation, taking the form of a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:23, Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Church Of God

Leaving Heaven

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024

To think of Jesus in such a light seems almost irreverent. There’s something about keeping Him divine that keeps Him distant and predictable.

Summary: God in all of His wisdom hid the real date of His Son’s birthday and even His physical attributes ... “She will bring a Son to birth, and when she does, you, Joseph, will name Him Jesus--'God saves'--because He will save His people from their sins." (Msg.) v.22-23 “All of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Got Ready For Christmas

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 25, 2013

1. God wants to treasure our faithful service (vs. 5-10). 2. God wants to touch our lives (vs. 11-14). 3. God wants to train-up new leaders (vs. 14-16). 4. God wants to turn us in the right direction (vs. 16-17).

God Got Ready for Christmas Luke 1:5-20 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Dec. 8, 2013 *Our church has definitely been getting ready for Christmas. A quick look around the room leaves no doubt. The Manger Scene outside looks great too. Plus our Adult and Children's Choirs have been ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-20

Denomination: Baptist

Wonderful Counselor Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Dec 12, 2019

How would you describe God? A troubleshooter, a distant power, a grandparent? Today, I want to look at the very first thing Isaiah said would be true about this baby Messiah.

Wonderful Counselor December 15, 2019 How would you describe God? A troubleshooter – God’s good to have around when I’m in trouble. A distant power – God isn’t concerned about the ordinary parts of my life. A grandparent – God gives me what I want. • Today, I want to look at the very first thing ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6, 2 Chronicles 16:8-9, John 14:26, Psalm 77:11-12, Psalm 95:6-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Is He? Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Aug 13, 2017

“Who is he?” All who encountered Jesus from the peasants of Galilee to the scribes and Pharisees of Jerusalem to the Roman soldiers were faced with the same question: Who is he?

Who is He? John 1:1-3, 14 The movie Amistad tells the story of a group of African slaves who seize control of their slave-ship and demand to be returned to their homeland. The captain instead takes them to an American seaport where they are imprisoned. As they await the judge’s verdict, one of the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

Proving Not So Much That He Is God As What Sort Of God He Is...

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Aug 26, 2025

A sermon on Jesus healing the woman bent over double in the Synagogue.

In our intercessions today (as we do every week)– we will be praying for people who are sick – praying because we wish Jesus to make them well. If you read the Quran you will find something surprising. The Quran refers on multiple occasions to the miracles that Jesus performed – to him healing the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:4, John 9:1-11, Luke 17:11-19, Matthew 8:1-4, Mark 1:40-45, Luke 10:10-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

You Can't Fight With God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 13, 2023

This sermon encourages us to wrestle with God's Word, surrender our wills, and trust in His steadfast love, as exemplified by Jacob's encounter with God in Genesis 32.

Greetings, beloved, in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior, and Redeemer. It is always a joy to gather with you, to share in the fellowship of the Spirit, and to turn our hearts and minds toward the Word of God. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. Our gracious God has called ...read more

Topics: Genesis, Jacob, Wrestling

Stairway To Heaven PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 7, 2024

This sermon explores God's promises in Genesis, His provision of a pathway for us, and how our perseverance reflects His faithfulness. Key

Welcome, dear friends, to this gathering of hearts and souls. We have come together, not by chance, but by divine appointment. God, in His infinite wisdom, has brought us here to learn, grow, and be transformed by His Word. It's a beautiful day to be in God's house, isn't it? We're here to be ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:10-22

Topics: God's Faithfulness, Promise

How Can I See God As Being Closer To Me? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 6, 2024

Genesis 2:7 speaks of Adam receiving the breath of life. John 20:22 speaks of Jesus giving the spiritual breath of life (the Holy Spirit). This sermon unpacks the parallels and their implications.

- As we have throughout this series, this morning I want to look at the connection between a passage early in Genesis and one late in John. We’ll start in Genesis 2:7. - In that verse it tells us that the “Lord God . . . breathed in [the man’s] nostrils the breath of life, and the man became a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:4-7, John 20:21-22

Denomination: Baptist

Help Is On The Way SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 18, 2023

God is our source of help and assurance

Good morning/afternoon/evening, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. I am truly blessed to be standing before you today, under the roof of our shared faith, united in our love for God and each other. Today, we gather to reflect on a message of hope, a message of assurance, a message that is as ...read more

Topics: Always Look To God

Overview Of Genesis 15: The Conflict

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Mar 22, 2009

A sermon discussing Abram and Sarai, their sin, and their obedience. It also details the root cause of the conflict in the Middle East today ... a conflict between distant relatives.

On our trip through the book of GENESIS, we have covered the creation of the world on down to a man named Abram, who was called by God to go into an unknown area. The important thing to remember in Abram’s life is that he obeyed without hesitation. And because He obeyed, God made him the father ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:11-12, Genesis 15:19-21

Denomination: *other