Sermons on Experiences:

Do You Know The Shepherd? - The Reality Of The Valley

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Apr 30, 2014

The Valley is a reality but it is only temporary. We are called to go through the Valley, not to dwell, to stay in it. The Valley will make you or break you. Beloved let the valleys transform you into the image of Christ. (Updated April 2018)

For those not familiar with an Anglican Service there a four Scripture readings that proceed the Message. Today's appointed readings are: Acts 2:42-47; Psalm 23; 1 Peter 2:19-25 and John 10:1-10 BIBLE "Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I shall fear no evil, for you are with ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:17-18, Psalm 23:1-6, John 10:1-10

Denomination: Anglican

Are The Winds Of Pentecost Still Blowing

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on May 23, 2021

Pentecost is not the idea of God, or a piece of God, but the real presence of the Living God the hope of Glory in you. On Pentecost there was a new wind that was set loose upon the earth with a fresh breath of hope and empowerment. The church was born from the wind and fire of Pentecost.

“Are the Winds of Pentecost still Blowing” By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. PRAYER:- SCRIPTURE: Acts 2:1-4 “And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled all the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4, Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Apostolic

Creating Godly Memories.

Contributed by Sylvester Fergusson on Aug 27, 2022

Memories of good times are fading, while the expectation of experiencing new ones is gradually disappearing. However, when persons are introduced to Jesus, when they have an opportunity to meet Jesus hope springs alive once more.

Good morning brothers and sisters. Good morning, everyone. Don’t touch. Don’t hug Stand 6 ft apart or at least 3ft apart. Many are losing hope and the joy of life is ebbing away, as they seek to battle the many challenges which they face. Memories of good times are fading, while the expectation ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-34, Matthew 5:38-42, Matthew 8:1-4, Matthew 5:33-37, Romans 12:15-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Adventist

Taste And See: Experiencing God's Goodness Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 17, 2024

God’s goodness is not something distant or abstract but something real and personal, something we can experience in our everyday lives.

Taste and See: Experiencing God's Goodness Psalm 34:8 (NLT): “Taste and see that the Lord is good. Oh, the joys of those who take refuge in him!” Introduction: An Invitation to Experience God’s Goodness How many of us love the taste of a good meal? Whether it's a warm, home-cooked meal ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:8, Jeremiah 29:13, Psalm 34:9-10, Philippians 4:19, Psalm 46:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Tested In The Wilderness Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Jesus faced temptation in the wilderness after fasting for forty days. Each time Satan tempted Him, Jesus responded with scripture, choosing to rely on God alone. When we face testing in our own lives, we can stand firm in our faith and trust in God's provision.

Imagine you're in the middle of a desert, no food, no water, and you've been there for 40 days. You're starving, thirsty, and all alone. Suddenly, a guy shows up offering you all the food and water you could ever want, but there's a catch. You have to do something that goes against everything you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Topics: Spiritual Strength, Divine Guidance, Faith Testing, Wilderness Experience

The God Who Sees Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on May 11, 2014

This sermon focuses of Hagar's wilderness experience

The God Who Sees Genesis 16:1-10 We’ve been looking at people in the Old Testament who passed through the wilderness, some literally and physically and others spiritually and emotionally. The Judean wilderness was a barren, harsh, bleak place and became a Jewish metaphor for the painful and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

"the Church Is A Bunch Of Hypocrites." Series

Contributed by Jonathan Kruschel on Oct 7, 2019

People's experience with those in the church is often their first experience with Christianity. What are we to say when that experience was less than positive? How are we going to respond?

“I don’t mind Jesus, it’s his followers I can’t stand.” “You wouldn’t believe the way that I was treated when I went to that church.” “I’ve seen the way that Christians act when they’re not at church.” “The church is a bunch of hypocrites.” What’s your first reaction when you hear comments ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-5, Matthew 5:14-16, Mark 2:13-17

Denomination: Lutheran

God Uses Our Pain Points Series

Contributed by Neal Nybo on Mar 21, 2022

Nehemiah’s experience is really intense and few people are ever called to be leaders like Nehemiah but his experience speaks to our experiences and our desire to make our mark.

Feb 22, 23, 2020 Sermon God uses our pain points. Nehemiah 1:1-10 What does surfing champion Bethany Hamilton have in common with Nehemiah who rebuilt the wall around Jerusalem 2500 years ago? Both of them have left their mark on the world. We are going to work our way through the book of Nehemiah ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Desparate Measures

Contributed by Paul Cull on Jun 10, 2007

We all experience desparate situations. We need to exercise daring faith and experience a divine response

Mark 5: 21-43 Desperate measures e I think it’s true to say that most parents would do anything for their children. We see it week by week on the television news. Perhaps it’s the desperate desire to give their children the best educational opportunities. Or perhaps the great acts of sacrifice ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Conviction Versus Culture

Contributed by J Richison on Aug 10, 2017

It is more important that our young people pray through to an experience for their self then to borrow from our experience.

Conviction vs. Culture I Samuel 3:1-4 The peril of any church, nation, or corporation is when the vision is carried out by those who never had it. Conviction – The state of being convinced with a strong persuasion about a particular idea or belief. To be overpowered by an idea. Culture – ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

In The Pit

Contributed by Marian Diceanu on Jun 24, 2001

Joseph’s pit experience

Genesis 37d. In the pit Last Sunday we looked at the fact that there was a great animosity on the part of the brothers toward Joseph. That animosity steamed from rivalry among the mothers. That bitterness was very obvious that weather they meant it or not the boys developed that, toward ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-36

Denomination: Baptist

The Purpose Of Worship Is . . .? Series

Contributed by Jim Kane on Nov 3, 2001

The purpose of worship is to experience God.

Have you heard about the little boy who attended church for the first time and was asked how it went? He replied, "The music was nice but the commercial was too long." Or have your heard about the recent experience of a pastor who changed the order of worship so that the sermon was given before ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:46-47

Denomination: Church Of God

Noah: The Consequence Of Obedience

Contributed by Dana Chau on Nov 20, 2003

Experience the consequence of obedience to God

Sometime ago, I received an email titled, “Everything I need to know, I learned from Noah’s Ark.” Here are some of the lessons noted: 1. Don’t miss the boat. 2. Remember that we are all in the same boat. 3. Plan ahead. It wasn’t raining when Noah built the Ark. 4. Stay fit. When you’re 60 ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:5-22

Denomination: *other

Transfiguration

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 8, 2004

Jesus’ mountaintop experience - the Transfiguration

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: Jesus took with him Peter and James and his brother John and led them up a high mountain, by themselves. And he was transfigured before them, and his face shone like the sun, and his clothes became dazzling white.” (Matt. 17:1–2) The transfiguration preceded Jesus’ time ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Lines Of Communication Are Open Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Apr 24, 2002

Experience the privilege of authentic prayer.

THE LINES OF COMMUNICATION ARE OPEN Matthew 6:5-15 S: Prayer Th: Seeing the Unseen Christ: How His Presence Transforms Life Pr: Experience the privilege of authentic prayer. ?: How? KW: Behaviors TS: We will find in our study of Matthew 6:5-15 three behaviors we must have to experience the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-15

Denomination: Baptist