Sermons on Encounter With Christ:

You Can See God Series

Contributed by Kranthi Kumar Medida on Dec 26, 2006

But now, because of Jesus, his heart is crying out loudly without ceasing, “Holy, holy, holy, Lord God Almighty”. This was and is and will be the first encounter of any human being in this world with the true God of Holiness.

Scripture portion: Matthew 5:8- “BLESSED ARE THE PURE IN HEART: FOR THEY SHALL SEE GOD” Introduction: In the previous chapter, we have seen that mercy and holiness are the two qualities which prepare us for our ministry. We meditated deeply about being filled with mercy. We also learned that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

When You Wonder What God Has For You

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 9, 2004

In Easter we discover in the risen Christ an encounter with the grand questions of life

I was reminded this week of the challenge we often feel coming to celebrate such profound events…the challenge to really ‘get it’ in terms of the meaning of what we come to…in the midst of all the activity that can surround such holidays. Thursday… 3 year old son…His Preschool nemesis told him the ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

On The Road To Damascus

Contributed by Peter Davis on Apr 19, 2004

A monlogue sermon on Saul’s encounter with the risen Christ on the Damascus Road.

On the Road to Damascus Acts 9:1-19, 1 Timothy 1:13-15 Published in Preaching Online, February 1998. You could say I know Saul as well as anyone. Saul and I first met as students, studying the Torah together under Gamaliel. They were exciting times. Young, enthusiastic, each day was an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:13-15, Acts 9:1-19

Denomination: Methodist

Changed In A Flash!

Contributed by James May on Apr 19, 2001

One real encounter with the True Light, Jesus Christ, and everything changes.

Changed in a Flash! Acts 9:1-6 And Saul, yet breathing out threatenings and slaughter against the disciples of the Lord, went unto the high priest, And desired of him the letters to Damascus to the synagogues, that if he found any of this way, whether they were men or women, he might bring them ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-6, Acts 9:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Ascension Of Jesus Christ: The Final Command Of Christ

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 26, 2021

The moral of that story: It’s your job to share the gospel. And don’t let anyone temper your zeal. Jesus is alive. Everyone needs to know that.

"D.L. Moody made a deal with God that he would witness for Christ to at least one person each day. One night, about ten o- clock, he realized that he had not yet witnessed; so he went out in to the street and spoke to a man standing by a lamppost, asking him, "Are you a Christian?" ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:50-53

Denomination: Salvation Army

Challenges To The Journey Of Faith-4

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 6, 2013

4 of 4 Genesis records Abram’s encounter with God & his resultant actions of faith. Personal encounters with God call us to venture forth & journey by faith. But What are some challenges to that journey? A challenge to our journey of faith lie in...

CHALLENGES To The JOURNEY Of FAITH-IV—Genesis 11:26—12:9 VENTURING By FAITH Attention: A young man who was also an avid golfer found himself with a few hours to spare one afternoon. He figured if he hurried & played very fast, he could get in 9 holes before he had to head home. Just as ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Close Encounters Of The God Kind (Pastor Jose Gomez Jr)

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Mar 8, 2006

In order to build effective relationships, there must be a desire to be close. This is what drives every good relations, friendship, marriage, and devotion to God.

Premise: Relationships are the most important things in life. They connect people in ways allow us to express God’s love through taking our mind off of ourselves. However, in order to build effective relationships, there must be a desire to be close. This is what drives every good relations, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Encounter One. Facing Fear. (Includes Discussion Questions At The End) Series

Contributed by Paul Hardy on May 3, 2022

When you live in fear, it will often appear in a sense of seeking power and control. When you encounter Jesus, you will find peace!

INTRODUCTION: How will I introduce the message? When you live in fear, it will often appear in a sense of seeking power and control. When you encounter Jesus, you will find peace! There are four great impelling motives that move us to action: Fear, Hope, Faith, and Love —these four, but the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:4, Revelation 1:17, John 18:2-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Christ Of Prophesy

Contributed by Don Spooner on Mar 19, 2002

A review of Old testament scriptures that point to Jesus being the Almighty God manifest in flesh.

The Christ of Prophesy These are the words which I spake unto you, while I was yet with you, that all things must be fulfilled, which were written in The law of Moses, and in the prophets, and in the Psalms, concerning me. Luke 24:44. For had ye believed Moses, ye would have ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:44, John 5:46

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Supremacy Of Christ

Contributed by Phil Morgan on Apr 2, 2002

Jesus Christ is pre-eminent over all creatures in all respects.

READ: Colossians 1:15-20 This letter of Paul to the Colossians is primarily POLEMIC in nature. That is, Paul is writing to refute a particular error that was threatening the life of the church there at Colosse. Scholars call it "The Colossian Heresy". There is much debate about EXACTLY what ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Camping With Christ"

Contributed by Michael Stone on Apr 10, 2002

This sermon deals with the victory that we have in Christ.

In verse 2 the Bible says; "Every man of the children of Israel shall pitch by his own standard,..." In other words, Everyone is to camp by their own banner! Verse 17 tells us that in the same manner that they camped, so were they to break camp. Now I don’t know about you, but to me there is ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 2:1-17, John 11:32-44

Denomination: Baptist

Demoting Christ Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Apr 11, 2002

How false teachers within the church attempt to demote Christ.

The Demotion of Christ In Matthew 16, Jesus asked His disciples who people say that He is. Some claimed he was a teacher, a prophet and a number of other possible theories. Then Jesus brought the question home, "But who do you say that I am". This one question must be answered by every man or ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 2:10-11, Colossians 2:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

Christ's Farewell

Contributed by David Washburn on Apr 16, 2002

Many times a "final" farewell surrounds the death of a friend or loved one, but Christ’s farewell was about comfort, vision, and encouragement to his disciples and the Church.

Have you ever spoken with someone knowing it was the last time you would see them and your last opportunity to speak with them? I remember having that type of conversation with a cousin several years ago. He was dying from a terminal disease, and Paula and I made the trip to see and speak with Pat ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

"Christ: Firstfruits"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Apr 17, 2002

The harvest is already begun

For the past several decades, the study of ‘last things’ ~ the last days ~ has gotten a much sharper focus than it seems to have had in past decades and even centuries. There have been specific times in history when Christian circles have looked more closely at Biblical prophecies concerning ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:20-23

Denomination: Orthodox

Growing In Christ Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 26, 2002

If we are going to grow in Christ we must move toward Him.

GROWING IN CHRIST Text: Col. 1:9-14 Introduction A. Read Col. 1:9-14 B. Illustration: One of the most comforting things that you can say to anyone is “I am praying for you.” C. Last week we look at the fact that Paul was praying for the believers in Colosse. This week we will look at what Paul ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Methodist