Sermons on Encountering God:

In The Beginning Series

Contributed by Bill Walker on Dec 4, 2016

The word in Genesis. The word in John. Jesus' encounter with Nicodemus.

IN THE BEGINNING John 1:1-4, 14; 43-51 Today, I want to begin a short series that will look at some interesting people and their encounters with Jesus. I’ll begin by asking a couple of questions: What are some of your memorable encounters with Jesus? What is your relationship with Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-51

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Praying In Secret

Contributed by Nelson Emeonu on Aug 20, 2014

Prayer is necessary both in secret and in the public places or congregational gathering. When you pray in the secret, you are applying and observing scriptural principle in your life.

“But know that the Lord hath set apart him that is godly for Himself. The Lord will hear when I call unto Him”.(Psalm 4:3) “You can be sure of this:The Lord set apart the godly for himself.The Lord will answer when I call to him”.(NLT) “...When thou prayest, enter ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 4:3

Denomination: Anglican

A Breakfast With The King Series

Contributed by Steven Devroy on Mar 1, 2024

This morning we are looking at a unique encounter that the disciples had with Jesus. More specifically, we are looking at an encounter that Peter had with Jesus.

Opener: Good Morning everyone! We are so blessed to be here this morning and worshiping the Lord together as a family! Last week, we celebrated father day and if you were not able to get your mug, please be sure to grab one as you leave today! Last week, we continued with our sermon series on ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Life After Jesus Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 3, 2025

Having a personal encounter with Jesus gives you a second chance in life and sharing that testimony with someone else gives them a chance at new life.

LIFE AFTER JESUS Text: Acts 22:6-23 Introduction 1. Many years ago – in the confines of a barracks room, a young sailor decided not to go out partying with his friends. He invested that evening reading the Bible - very specifically – reading the Gospel of John. The room was mostly dark except for ...read more

Scripture: Acts 22:6-23

Denomination: Methodist

Christ-Addicted

Contributed by Paul Richard on Aug 10, 2022

Christ-addicted are prisoners of Jesus

I am a Christian', that is always the response from most people when asked of their religious status. Often than not, it is a title bestowed as a result of the family religious background. In the real sense, Christians are christ-like. They admit being prisoners of Jesus ( Philemon 1:23) ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17, Philemon 1:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who Is Jesus?

Contributed by Pastor Dr. Tim Awotide on Nov 29, 2017

Faith in Jesus Will Answer Your Questions.

Text: Acts 9:5 NKJV “And he said, “Who are You, Lord?” Then the Lord said, “I am Jesus, whom you are persecuting. It is hard for you to kick against the goads.”” A. Saul's Searching Question (1) Saul was passionate in persecuting the church. (2) Jesus confronted Saul on the road to ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Worthy Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Aug 28, 2018

Learning more about God is the greatest intellectual pursuit of the human mind. The subject of God is transcendent … as vast as infinity. But studying God, to me, is the most satisfying, uplifting, edifying, expanding, and glorious task we could ever undertake.

How many of you had a kaleidoscope growing up? We all at least know what a kaleidoscope is, right? It’s usually a tube that you hold up to the light and see a beautiful picture made up of colorful pieces of glass or stones or paper. You turn the end of the tube and the mirrors rotate and the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 9:23-24, John 17:1-3

Denomination: United Methodist

Are You Talking To Me?

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Aug 13, 2005

Gideon - living life in a winepress, We all too often live a minimum existance in a winepress instead of living in the fresh air. That only wil happen when we encounter God.

Fine wine from dry wheat Are you talking to me? Judges 6:11-16 When you think of a hero, you’re usually inclined to think of strength, great intellect, personal charisma and beauty, or enormous wealth. But our hero today had none of these. He started out as a quiet peaceful farmer, but was ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:11-16

Denomination: Congregational

The Fire Of God

Contributed by Ronald Ferrell on Nov 4, 2002

This sermon shows us one of the many God-encounters where a man’s life was radically changed for ever.

November 3, 2002 – Covington, IN The Fire of God Exodus 3:1-5 This is one of those passages that stir and provoke us in our pursuit of God. It’s one of the many God encounters we find in the Word, where God visits in a unique way – in a brief moment in time – that changes and transforms the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-5, Luke 5:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Bethel Foursquare Church

Contributed by C Jordan on Oct 22, 2008

After Jacob encountered God at Bethel, his whole life was transformed. God’s desire is that all believers would have a personal, ongoing experience with Jesus that would be a testimony to others of His love and mercy.

BETHEL FOURSQUARE CHURCH INTRO TO SPEAKER: I have been involved in full time ministry for almost 16 years, married with four children. Currently pasturing BCC, and excited to be a covering to this new church! JUST FOR FUN – LETTERS TO PASTORS: *Dear Pastor, I know God loves everybody but He ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:10-22

Denomination: *other

You Can't Fight With God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 14, 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

Abraham Series

Contributed by Ricky Nelms on Jul 16, 2010

We're doing entire messages on Bible Characters and talking about how they all were flawed, sinful, and had tough circumsances, yet they had close encounters with Almighty God. Today is Abraham. The outline: 1-His Calling Was Soverign. 2-His Mistakes

CLOSE ENCOUNTERS SERIES 2 – ABRAHAM This morning, we are continuing our sermon series called “Close Encounters” And we’re talking about the lives of the great people of God in the Bible who had CLOSE ENCOUNTERS with God And we’re going to be talking about the fact ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Joseph Series

Contributed by Ricky Nelms on Jul 16, 2010

We're talking about Bible characters who had close encounters with God despite their sins, problems, and failures. Today we're talking about Joseph. The outline is: 1-The Dream, 2-The Nightmare, 3-The New Day.

CLOSE ENCOUNTERS SERIES 3 – JOSEPH This morning, we’re continuing our sermon series on “CLOSE ENCOUNTERS” and we’ve been talking about the great heroes of the Bible who’ve had close encounters with God, and how that no matter… --who you are --what ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Understanding Divine Visitation Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 14, 2025

Divine visitation refers to a moment when God steps into the affairs of men in a personal and supernatural way.

UNDERSTANDING DIVINE VISITATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 21:1-2 Supporting Texts: Exodus 3:1-12,  Luke 19:41-44, Genesis 28:12-15, Acts 9:1-6 INTRODUCTION: Divine visitation refers to a moment when God steps into the affairs of men in a personal and supernatural way. It is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Of The Valleys Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 9, 2025

The valleys are not places of abandonment but of encounter. They are part of our spiritual journey where God’s faithfulness is revealed in deeper ways.

GOD OF THE VALLEYS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 20:23-28 Supporting Texts: Psalm 23:4, Ezekiel 37:1-10, Hosea 2:14-15, Joel 3:14, Romans 8:28 INTRODUCTION: The valleys of life often symbolise low points—moments of pain, discouragement, loss, and uncertainty. While many people ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 20:23-28

Denomination: Assembly Of God