Sermons on Encounters With Jesus:

Desperate People Need Jesus Series

Contributed by David Swanger on Jan 24, 2024

Only Jesus has the answers to the problems of life.

Great Lessons from the Life of Christ #8 Desperate People Need Jesus (Mark 5:21-43) In Mark 5:21-43 you have two stories of two desperate people. One had lost a child. The other had suffered with a disease from which she could find no relief. They have tried everything and now turn to Jesus for ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

No One Is Too Lost For Jesus To Save

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 24, 2025

No one is too lost for Jesus to save. His grace is greater than every sin, and His love reaches even the most broken.

NO ONE IS TOO LOST FOR JESUS TO SAVE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 19:10 – “For the Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost.” Supporting Texts: Isaiah 1:18, 1 Timothy 1:15, John 3:16, Luke 15:4-7, Romans 5:8 INTRODUCTION One of the most powerful truths in the Bible ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:10, Isaiah 1:18, 1 Timothy 1:15, John 3:16, Luke 15:4-7, Romans 5:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Turning A Religion Into A Relationship Series

Contributed by Steve Hanchett on Apr 23, 2001

Jesus’ encounter with Nicodemus. Sincere seekers need to be born again.

“When a Religion Becomes a Relationship” John 3:1-15 Steve Hanchett, pastor Berry Road Baptist Church April 22, 2001 There was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews. The man came to Jesus by night and said to Him, “Rabbi, we know that You are a teacher come from God; for no ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-15, Psalm 37:1

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Thirsty Yet?

Contributed by Jason Love on Aug 7, 2003

This sermon has to do with the encounter Jesus had with the woman at the well.

1. Times I’ve been thirsty A. When I get up in the morning B. After I exercise C. After I work D. Just setting around watching TV 2. Tell the story of the woman at the well A. Who the woman was 1. Thirsty 2. A Samaritan 3. An adulteress B. Jesus asks for water 1. He shows His ...read more

Scripture: John 4:6-14

Denomination: Church Of God

Andrew And Philip

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jan 17, 2009

Andrew and Philip encountered Jesus and went out and told others

Sermon Jn 1:35-51 A recent archaeological dig in Israel unearthed this rather interesting papyrus: To: Jesus barJoseph, The Carpenter’s Arms, Nazareth village Galilee; From: The Ebenezer Management Consultants, Jerusalem.... Dear Sir: Thank you for submitting the resumes of the twelve men ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-51

Denomination: Anglican

Loving Service

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Jun 19, 2020

Do we have experience in encountering Jesus that led to service?

Reflection And when Jesus was come into Peter's house, he saw his wife's mother lying, and sick of a fever; And he touched her hand, and the fever left her, and she arose and ministered to them (Mathew 8:14-15). Jesus did not come to Peter’s house himself. He was forced to come. Who did ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:14-15

Denomination: Other

Crossed Boundaries

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Mar 17, 2020

Jesus crossed boundaries to encounter humanity in our deepest need.

March 15, 2020 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson John 4:5-42 Crossed Boundaries Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “How is it that you, a Jew, ask a drink of me, a woman of Samaria?” Jesus had traveled a long distance for ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-42

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus And The Woman At The Well Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Apr 29, 2024

Nathanial Hawthorn wrote The Scarlet Letter nearly two centuries ago. Hester Prynne was a young lady who had a child out of wedlock. As punishment for her adultery, she was forced to wear a scarlet letter A on her dress. The Women by the Well didn’t wear such a letter, but she might as well have.

Many years ago in St. Louis, a lawyer visited a Christian to transact some business. Just before the two parted, his client said to him, “I’ve often wanted to ask you a question, but I’ve been afraid to do so.” “What do you want to know?” asked the lawyer. The man replied, “I’ve wondered why you’re ...read more

Scripture: John 4:7-30

Denomination: Baptist

Evangelism: Shepherd Style Series

Contributed by Maurice Schaus on Dec 24, 2003

We can learn a lesson from the Shepherds: We have encountered the life-changing power of Jesus, as are called to share our experience of the Newborn King with all those we meet.

“The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light.” (Isaiah 9:2) Thus begins the prophet Isaiah’s description of the Messiah. When the Messiah comes, those who feel like they’ve been walking around in the dark will be bathed in light, such as the brightness of day. I wonder if that’s what ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20, Isaiah 9:2-7

Denomination: Lutheran

The Jesus You Should Know PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023

Explore the revelation of Jesus in Scripture, history, and personal faith, emphasizing His divine nature, incarnation, and transformative impact on our lives.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're diving into the opening of the Gospel of John as we explore the Jesus of Scripture, the Jesus of History, and the Jesus of Faith. C.S. Lewis once wrote, "Christ is the Son of God who became man for us, and then we are Sons of God who must become men for ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-3

Topics: Real Jesus

Jesus Really Loves Me PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 6, 2024

This sermon explores the profound depth of Jesus' love as revealed in John 3:16, and seeks to understand its impact on our lives.

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. It's a joy to gather with you all today, to share in the warmth of fellowship, and to bask in the beauty of God's word together. As we come together in this sacred space, we are reminded of the boundless love of our Savior, a love so profound, so vast, it ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Topics: Unconditional Love, Limitless Love

The Gospel Finds A New Audience Series

Contributed by Curtis E. Nester on May 30, 2016

Philip is interrupted by an angel and goes to the desert. An Ethiopian is converted and carries to Gospel home.

SERIES: Adventures in Acts 009 TITLE: The Gospel Finds a New Audience TEXT: Acts 8:26-40 INTRO: Jesus had commanded the Disciples to take the Gospel to the world. (Act 1:8) But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Baptist

Rising, Running, And Reporting

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 21, 2010

For many, life is a panicky run. Serious things happen to us, and we run to tell somebody. The reaction may be to go home and do nothing, and to leave others weeping and perplexed. But when we encounter the risen Christ personally, not as an abstractio

Takoma Park Baptist Church, Washington, DC, March 26, 1989 (Easter Sunday) When you see someone running, do not jump to any conclusions about why that person is running. If you see somebody pickin’ ‘em up and layin’ ‘em down, well, there could be a lot of reasons why. And ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Matthew 6:5-13 When You Pray

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 22, 2024

Jesus give us a plan and pattern for prayer. When put his teaching into practice we enter into a rich daily encounter with the Lord

Here we go, Matthew chapter 6, beginning in verse 5. You'll follow along with me. "And when you pray, you must not be like the hypocrites, for they love to stand and pray in the synagogues and at the street corners, that they may be seen by others. Truly, I say to you, they have received ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Let's Give It Up For Jesus Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Nov 9, 2010

Are you really ready to say, "Everything the Lord says I will do?"

“The Charge of the Light Brigade: Let’s Give It Up for Jesus!” Ex. 24:1-8; Lk. 9:57-62 & 14:25-33 Life is filled with contracts. There are contracts between management and employees, between nations, between provider and buyer, and even between husband and wife. All of these ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51-62

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed