Sermons about Encountering Christ

A Personal Encounter Sparks Servanthood

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Oct 8, 2023

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I share my story about a time I faced pancreatic issues, marital struggles, and contemplating suicide. As with the Psalmist, I cried out to God and he heard and that began a lifetime of service.

Early august, 2022, I had the privilege of doing a presentation in Denver at the Rocky Mountain Symposium on Addictive Disorders, the Integration of Spirituality and Psychotherapy. The dialogue it stimulated was exciting, especially with the wide range of professionals attending. One counselor ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Close Encounter Of The Best Kind

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Nov 9, 2002

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One personal encounter with the Living God is better than all the revival stories ever told.

Back in the seventies there was a movie that maybe you remember. It was a big hit because at the time there were reports from all around the world concerning UFO sightings. It was a phenomenon that continues today though we don’t hear as much about it. The movie was “Close Encounters of the Third ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:24-34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Close Encounters Of The Holy Kind Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 31, 2014

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Isaiah encountered the living God and responded with a sense of awe and service.

1. Peter Marshall once prayed before the U.S. Senate: "Lord, we thank you that we can come to you just as we are. But remind us that we dare not leave as we came." (Senate Chaplain, '47-48) 2. What are some purposes of worship? a. Respect God; Love God; Honor God b. Dying in Service Little ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus' Encounter With An Unclean Man Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on Mar 12, 2007

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A look at Jesus’ encounter with a leper and how it relates to us. We all have leprosy, which is symbolic of sin, and only Jesus can make us clean again!

“Encounters with Jesus: With an Unclean Man” Introduction: When I was a freshman in college I had to preach a sermon in one of my classes, the teacher insisted that we dress up for the occasion. The class was early, like 7:30 early; I rolled out of bed a little bit late and began to get ready for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When Wee Encounters Grace

Contributed by Troy Horne on Mar 28, 2009

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The story of Zacchaeus with a new twist. Interview sermon for Faith Church of the Nazarene.

Lk. 19.1-10 “When Wee Encounters Grace” 1. A friend of mine interviewed recently at a medium sized church. At the close of the service, after he had preached, he stood by the back door to greet the people as they left. One by one they passed by him, many with a nod, or a smile, or a good ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Holiness

Encountering God, Experiencing Change.

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Apr 17, 2016

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Encountering God, Experiencing Change – Isaiah chapter 6 verses 1-8 – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: • Principle 1: God Uses Circumstances to Make Us Aware of His Presence (vs 1). • Principle 2: God Reveals His Character to Make Us See Our Need. • Principle 3: God Gives Us Hope to Make Us Know We Are Useful (vs 8). • Principle 4: God Expands Our Vision to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Brethren

Biblical Perspectives On Encounters With God Series

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Jun 3, 2022

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Whether you are looking for spiritual growth as a Christian or you are looking to lead like Jesus in your leadership journey, one thing is certain. You cannot do that without an encounter with God.

Encounter With God Part 1 Biblical Perspectives on Encounters A video version of this message can be seen at https://youtu.be/_BuzSsNHZ_I Good morning. Some of you know my conversion story. You can watch my full conversion story in YouTube. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tvpxU6D-asM ). I am ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:12-15, Genesis 26:24, Revelation 21:3, Matthew 28:20, Deuteronomy 4:29, Jeremiah 29:13, Psalm 145:18, Acts 17:27, John 4:4-42, Luke 19:1-9, John 15:16, 2 Chronicles 16:9 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Close Encounter With A Loving God

Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Apr 25, 2017

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Gods mercy and grace are wondeful

A Close Encounter with a Loving God Intro: As the great white hunter stalks his prey thru the sultry jungle of Africa, the prey is running for his life; but to no avail because nothing escapes the skills of the great white hunter. The prey is trembling with fear as the hunter closes in. Can you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

From Despair To Divine Encounter

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 19, 2025

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Even the strongest spiritual warriors can face moments of deep discouragement and despair.

FROM DESPAIR TO DIVINE ENCOUNTER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 19:1-15 Supporting Texts: Psalm 34:18, Isaiah 40:29-31, 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, Matthew 11:28-30, Hebrews 4:15-16 INTRODUCTION: Even the strongest spiritual warriors can face moments of deep discouragement and despair. In 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Close Encounter With A Loving God

Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Sep 30, 2002

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An encounter with a loving God can change Your life

A Close Encounter with a Loving God Intro: As the great white hunter stalks his prey thru the sultry jungle of Africa, the prey is running for his life; but to no avail because nothing escapes the skills of the great white hunter. The prey is trembling with fear as the hunter closes in. Can you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Closing The Door For A Divine Encounter

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 14, 2025

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The widow in 2 Kings 4 teaches us that divine encounters require faith, obedience, and separation. When we shut the door—removing distractions and focusing on God—miracles begin to unfold.

CLOSING THE DOOR FOR A DIVINE ENCOUNTER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 4:1-7 "Then he said, Go, borrow thee vessels abroad of all thy neighbours, even empty vessels; borrow not a few. And when thou art come in, thou shalt shut the door upon thee and upon thy sons, and shalt pour ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Encountering Jesus On The Emmaus Road

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 27, 2016

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Encountering Jesus on the Emmaus Road – Luke chapter 24 verses 13-31 – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Broken Hearts (vs 13-14) (2). Blinkered Hearts (vs 15-26) (3). Briefed Hearts (vs 27) (4). Burning Hearts (vs 28-32) (5). Boasting Hearts (vs 33-35) SERMON BODY: Ill: • DVD Clip: • Or Story: https://youtu.be/hnOPu0_YWhw • On January 12, 2007 at 7:51am in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-31

Denomination: Brethren

Jacob's Ladder - A Powerful Encounter With The Presence Of God.

Contributed by Peter Pilt on Apr 29, 2019

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Looking at the encounter that Jacob had with God at Bethel. Unpacking that story and looking at principles to apply into our lives.

These are my raw sermon notes for the first sermon in the series The Wisdom and Power of Ancient Stories – first story is Jacob’s Ladder found in Genesis 28. The context of the story is that Jacob has just tricked his older twin brother out of the birth right blessing and Esau now is seething mad ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 45:1, Genesis 27:41, Genesis 28:12-15, Romans 12:2, Psalm 61:2 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jacob's Ladder - A Powerful Encounter With The Presence Of God.

Contributed by Peter Pilt on Apr 29, 2019

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Looking at the encounter that Jacob had with God at Bethel. Unpacking that story and looking at principles to apply into our lives.

These are my raw sermon notes for the first sermon in the series The Wisdom and Power of Ancient Stories – first story is Jacob’s Ladder found in Genesis 28. The context of the story is that Jacob has just tricked his older twin brother out of the birth right blessing and Esau now is seething mad ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 45:1, Genesis 27:41, Genesis 28:12-15, Romans 12:2, Psalm 61:2 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Paul, Christ's Slave Series

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Jan 1, 2014

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TO UNDERSTAND THE BOOK OF ROMANS, YOU NEED TO UNDERSTAND THE TRANSFORMING POWER OF GRACE THAT CHANGED THE AUTHOR FROM SAUL TO PAUL. THIS IS A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF HIS JOURNEY AND ENCOUNTER WITH GRACE

Paul, Christ’s Slave Romans 1:1 -- Paul, a servant of Jesus Christ, called to be an apostle, separated unto the gospel of God I. Meet Saul, the Killer a. When we first see Paul, the author of half the New Testament, he is called by another name – Saul i. Like many whose encounter with ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1

Denomination: Church Of God

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