Sermons on Encounter With God:

When God Shows Up

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jul 23, 2017

Jacob had an encounter with God that shook him to his core. This fugitive on the run discovered that his ancestors' God was his God, and that this God would be with him wherever he went. Great lessons for us to learn on our faith pilgrimage.

Genesis 28:10-19 When God Shows Up In today’s story, Jacob was in a strange place to meet God. You might expect to encounter God at a church retreat or a revival meeting, or in an inspiring church service. You might expect to find God when you are serving him with all your heart. But Jacob had ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:10-19, Psalm 139:7-10, John 1:51

Denomination: Baptist

Women Of Faith Sermon V: Woman At The Well: Thirst-Quenching Faith Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jun 24, 2020

When a way of life conforms to worldly standards, thereby destroying one's family as well as oneself, it's time to quit pretending everything's okay and to get right with God via a spiritual encounter with God's Son the Savior.

THE WOMAN AT THE WELL: THIRST-QUENCHING FAITH The Festival of Mardi Gras held in the Crescent City each year brings out the worst in partygoers who wear masks to conceal their identity. The mask we are told emboldens many revelers to do what they ...read more

Scripture: John 4:10-30

God Encounters #3: Jesus The Baptiser In The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Aug 18, 2007

John the Baptist said that Jesus would "baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire.” (Luke 3:16). We need a fresh outpouring of the Holy Spirit and fire on the church today!

CLOSE ENCOUNTERS #3 – JESUS THE BAPTISER IN THE HOLY SPIRIT OPENING TEXT: “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever.” (Hebrews 13:8). • For the past couple of weeks, we have been considering the Foursquare Gospel: The red cross - symbol of Jesus the Saviour The blue cup - symbol ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: *other

God Encounters #3: Jesus The Baptiser In The Holy Spirit

Contributed by C Jordan on Jun 18, 2015

Jesus is the Saviour who died on the Cross to forgive our sins,and He is also the Baptiser in the Holy Spirit who wants to give us power to be His witnesses.

GOD ENCOUNTERS: THE FOURSQUARE GOSPEL #3: JESUS THE BAPTISER IN THE HOLY SPIRIT: INTRO TO TOPIC: In this series we are looking at the Foursquare Gospel of Jesus: • Jesus the Saviour, Healer, Baptiser in the Holy Spirit, Soon Coming King. • KEY VERSE: “But you shall receive ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: *other

God Encounters #4: Jesus The Soon Coming King

Contributed by C Jordan on Jun 18, 2015

We believe that the second coming of Christ is personal and imminent and the certainty of His coming should motivate us to watch and be ready.

GOD ENCOUNTERS: THE FOURSQUARE GOSPEL #4: JESUS THE SOON COMING KING: INTRO TO TOPIC: In this series we are looking at the Foursquare Gospel of Jesus: • Jesus the Saviour, Healer, Baptiser in the Holy Spirit, Soon Coming King. • Discuss the interest everywhere with people wanting to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:3-44

Denomination: *other

Encountering Jesus - Moving Naturally In The Anointing And Fire Of God

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Mar 6, 2023

God wants to give us a fresh anointing of Fire and impartation of His heart

I have some questions for you. - Are you discontent with your spiritual life? - Does just going to church not satisfy the yearning deep in your heart? - Do you feel that nothing seems to satisfy you anymore? - Are you desperate for more of Jesus? - Do you desire intimacy with Him but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:2-3, 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, Hebrews 13:8, 1 Corinthians 12:1-11, Deuteronomy 4:24, Proverbs 3:5-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Go! And Encounter The Fire Of God - Hebrews 12:29 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 5, 2025

The fire of God is a powerful theme throughout Scripture. Fire represents His presence, His guidance, His judgment, His refining work, and His power. Explore how the fire of God impacts our lives and how we are called to respond.

Go! And Encounter the Fire of God - Hebrews 12:29 Introduction: The fire of God is a powerful theme throughout Scripture. Fire represents His presence, His guidance, His judgment, His refining work, and His power. From the burning bush where God revealed Himself to Moses to the fire that led the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:14, Exodus 13:21, Exodus 15:7, Exodus 19:18, Malachi 3:2-3, Hebrews 12:29, John 16:13, 1 Peter 1:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Whom Shall I Send?

Contributed by Mark Holdcroft on Nov 8, 2003

This sermon looks at the calling of Isaiah to be a prophet of God. He first encountered God, was consecrated before God, and then accepted his calling.

Whom shall I send? Isaiah 6:1 In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord seated on a throne, high and exalted, and the train of his robe filled the temple. 2:Above him were seraphs, each with six wings: With two wings they covered their faces, with two they covered their feet, and with ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Let's Do What We Can't

Contributed by Archie Norman on Jan 22, 2015

let's do what we can't

Let's Do What We Can't II Corinthians 8:1-5 1. It stars with a God encounter - v. 5 a. Some are ready b. Some are reluctant c. Some are rebellious 2. It produces grace enablement - v. 1 a. God will ask you to do something you are not capable of doing b. God will ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Holy Spirit Active In Our Lives

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Aug 1, 2024

We are not saved by works but a life that is changed and for Jesus is a life that will be about spreading the good news.

Holy Spirit active in our lives Acts 2:1-6 Good morning everyone, glad that you have joined us either in service or online. 50 days after Easter, we celebrate Pentecost. The birth of the church and the birth of Jesus empowering the church to do what it was called to do and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-6

Denomination: Nazarene

Peter, Isaiah Encounter The Divine

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Jan 29, 2001

A sermon for the 5th Sunday after the Epiphany

  A small boy thought his pocket knife was primarily something to be stuck into the ground or flicked into the side of thick barked trees. Then one day his grandfather said, "Hey, let me show you what you can do with that." The boy handed over the knife and watched intently as the older man took a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Blinded By An Encounter With The Lord Jesus

Contributed by Ivan Casteel on Jun 20, 2006

An explanation what a real encounter with Christ will do in the life of a Christian.

PP0709 DATE BLINDED BY AN ENCOUNTER WITH THE LORD JESUS! Acts 22:11. Ac 22:11 And when I could not see for the glory of that light, being led by the hand of them that were with me, I came into Damascus. (KJV) INTRODUCTION: Men have you ever told your wife that when she enters the room it gets ...read more

Scripture: Acts 22:11

Denomination: Baptist

Simeon's Encounter With The Promised Messiah PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 1, 2024

This sermon explores the faith and spiritual sensitivity of Simeon, encouraging us to seek Jesus in our lives and express joy and gratitude for salvation.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to gather together again in His presence, isn't it? To feel His love enveloping us, His grace washing over us, and His Word nourishing us. We are here to grow, to learn, to worship, and to be inspired by the Word of God. Today, we turn our hearts and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-32

Topics: Simeon's Encounter, Promised Messiah

A Life Changing Faith Encounter

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Dec 31, 2008

Examine the results of a life changing faith encounter with Jesus Christ.

Beginning next Sunday we are to be involved in a four day “Faith Encounter.” The purpose of this event is to encourage and strengthen your faith through a series of special services. The services will be planned around strong preaching and meaningful worship. This will be a time for us to come ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Narnia: Encounter The Power Of The Wardrobe Series

Contributed by Chris Regas on Dec 14, 2005

Advent Lessons based on the release of the movie: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe

Today is the 3rd Sunday of Advent ~ 1) On the FIRST SUNDAY we ENCOUNTERED THE POWER OF THE LION and saw that the Lion of Judah who was PREDICTED in the OT is also Lamb of God who was slain for our sins! As we light the PROMISE CANDLE we are reminded that Jesus is NOT SAFE – BUT HE IS GOOD – AND ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist