Sermons on Divine Appearance:

Counterfeit PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 10, 2024

This sermon explores discerning divine truth from deception, and defending against the devil's schemes, using wisdom from 2 Corinthians 11:13-15.

Good morning, beloved. In the words of the great Charles Spurgeon, "Discernment is not knowing the difference between right and wrong. It is knowing the difference between right and almost right." How fitting are these words as we gather today to delve into the depths of God's Word, seeking wisdom ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:13-15

Topics: God Creates, Satan Counterfeits

Transfigured, Triumphant And Taxed - Matthew 17 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jul 14, 2025

Following the SON from Mountaintop to the Valley and Marketplace. Jesus reveals His Divine Glory, His Power over darkness, and His Humility in submission to earthly systems.

2025.07.13. Sermon Notes. Transfigured, Triumphant, and Taxed – MATTHEW 17.1-27 Following the Son from Mountaintop to the Valley and Marketplace. William Akehurst, HSWC SCRIPTURES: Matthew 17:1-27, John 17:24, Luke 1:17 BIG IDEA: Jesus reveals His Divine glory, His power over darkness, and His ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-27, John 17:24, Luke 1:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dealing With Depression

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 13, 2010

Everyone is subject to depression. When depressed, how shall the child of God respond? Surely, there are answers given in the Word, and we now look to that divine Word.

Dr. Tim LaHaye claims to have asked over one hundred thousand people among his audiences if there were any who have never been depressed. Among one hundred thousand people so questioned not one has ever responded to his query by stating “I have never been depressed.” It would actually appear that ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 20:7-18

Denomination: Baptist

How Does God Communicate With Us?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 3, 2021

I've found that God communicates in innumerable ways. Every time I notice one way that God communicates, he changes it up. A new method appears. It's fascinating actually. God is diverse, incredibly so.

The divine designer, the architect, the crafter of the human soul is indeed present and interactive within the matrix of reality we call Earth. He is present, he is at work. Yet we cannot see him. Theologians call this the "hiddenness of God." But why is he hidden? Atheists might say ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:17

Denomination: Salvation Army

Despised But Anointed

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 15, 2025

This message will help you embrace your divine anointing, rise above human rejection, and walk with confidence knowing that no despising can stop your destiny.

DESPISED BUT ANOINTED By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 17:28-37 Key Verse: “And David said to Saul, Thy servant kept his father’s sheep, and there came a lion, and a bear, and took a lamb out of the flock… The LORD that delivered me out of the paw of the lion, and out of the paw of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:28-37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Breaking Down The Barriers Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 28, 2020

We see how God orchestrated a divine appointment between Cornelius and Peter through separate visions, to accomplish His purpose of reaching the Gentiles.

Good morning. We are going to look at one of the most significant chapters in the book of Acts - Acts 10 the account of the conversion of the Gentiles in response to the Gospel. • This account was mentioned 3 times in this book. Luke gave it much space in Acts 10 and then again in Acts 11 when ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

57. The Holy Spirit - Heart Surgeon Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 10, 2018

The goal of the Holy Spirit as our heart surgeon is to inspire us to allow Him to come and live in us so that we develop the divine nature of God

IN GOD'S IMAGE 57 - THE HOLY SPIRIT - HEART SURGEON This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 19:2, 1 Peter 1:15-16, Matthew 5:48, Titus 2:11-14, Romans 8:5-7, Hebrews 8:10, Galatians 5:19-20, Romans 8:29, Galatians 5:22-24, John 14:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian Church

God Has A Bad Memory

Contributed by Pastor Cosmos on Jan 4, 2011

This sermon explaines the unpardonable sin as mentioned in the Bible, this subjects is usually misunderstood by most people, Enjoy! For more sermons and bible studies like this one just click on my name and all my sermons will appear, more will be added i

Have you ever wondered, ‘What is the unpardonable sin?’ Some believe it is when you’ve sinned more than God is able to forgive you. So I wondered --- what is the unpardonable sin really? You know, a lot of people have tried to guess what this sin might be, and they’ve come up with some pretty ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:31-33

Denomination: Charismatic

God Of The Suddenlies Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 9, 2025

The suddenlies of God are not accidents or coincidences; they are divine visitations—moments when heaven touches earth to shift destinies, open doors, release miracles, or execute judgment.

GOD OF THE SUDDENLIES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 2:1-2 Supporting Texts: Malachi 3:1, Isaiah 48:3, Acts 16:25-26, 2 Kings 7:1-9, Luke 2:13-14 INTRODUCTION: There are moments in life when God interrupts the ordinary with the extraordinary. These are not slow, progressive moves—they ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The God Who Shows Himself

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Apr 17, 2019

This is a sermon based on Jesus' encounter with Thomas following the Resurrection. It focuses on how the LORD Jesus revealed Himself to Thomas and helped Thomas find faith, security and peace.

Scripture: John 20:24 – 31 Title: The God Who Shows Himself INTRO: Grace and peace this morning in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! I want to talk to you about the God who cares so much that He takes the extra time to reveal Himself to us even in those times that we may not ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-31, Judges 7:9-14, Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Nazarene

Sermon # 16 - The Lord Is Close At Hand Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on May 1, 2023

When our situations are gloomy and dark and there seems no hope, remember the Lord Jesus is close at hand and He specializes in transforming lifeless situations to those brimming with life and fruitfulness.

In Mark 16:1, we read, “And when the Sabbath was past, Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James, and Salome, had bought sweet spices, that they might come and anoint him.”(KJV) The Lord Jesus as He had already predicted to His disciples on several occasions, was crucified on a cross at ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1, Luke 8:1-3, John 20:10-11, John 20:14-15, John 11:3, John 11:6, John 11:32, Numbers 17:5, Numbers 17:8, Luke 2:48-49, Luke 1:32, Colossians 1:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Scheming Without A Schematic Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 17, 2025

When human design collapses, God’s blueprint restores; the Divine Draftsman rebuilds lives and cultures through grace, purpose, and renewed imagination.

(Finding the Blueprint Again) --- 1. The Great Design Problem We live in a world obsessed with building things—apps, ideologies, identities, futures. Every headline feels like a pitch deck: Here’s how to fix the world. Our confidence is architectural; we assume that with enough data, diversity, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1, Genesis 11:1-9, Colossians 1:16-17, Ephesians 2:10, Proverbs 3:5-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Jezebel In The Church Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 1, 2018

What happens when a church begins to tolerate just a little bit of evil? The study is a consideration of this particular question.

“To the angel of the church in Thyatira write: ‘The words of the Son of God, who has eyes like a flame of fire, and whose feet are like burnished bronze. “‘I know your works, your love and faith and service and patient endurance, and that your latter works exceed the first. But I have this ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Depths Of Commitment: Lessons From The Garden Of Gethsemane"

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Apr 14, 2025

the Garden of Gethsemane. Here, in the stillness of the olive trees and the shadows of the night, we encounter Jesus at His most vulnerable, grappling with divine purpose and human frailty.

Introduction Dearly beloved, as we gather today, we find ourselves at the threshold of a profound journey—the journey through Holy Week. Our focus rests upon a sacred moment in Scripture, nestled within the narrative of Christ's impending sacrifice: the Garden of Gethsemane. Here, in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-46

Denomination: Methodist

Biblical Discernment – Part 2

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Sep 21, 2020

Last time we were introduced to an essential doctrine of the Christian faith called the Deity of Jesus Christ, meaning that Jesus is divine or that He is God.

Last time we were introduced to an essential doctrine of the Christian faith called the Deity of Jesus Christ, meaning that Jesus is divine or that He is God. Today we will continue on that subject as we turn to the Gospel of John, chapter five. Before we get to chapter five in the Gospel of ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible