Sermons on Fresh Encounter With God:

The Storms Of Life

Contributed by Charles Lindquist, Jr. on Aug 10, 2002

Even though we accept Christ and have faith, we still encounter storms.

A little background might be helpful in understanding our Gospel lesson this morning. Everywhere Jesus went multitudes of people have been following Him. Now remember, Jesus just suffered the loss of John the Baptist, His disciples had just returned from the mission trip He had sent them on. And ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: United Methodist

Bread Of Vision Series

Contributed by Tim White on Apr 15, 2013

Two followers of Jesus had an encounter on their walk home that changed their lives and opened their eyes.

Our Church members have had a lot of interest in the Walk to Emmaus lately, and for a good reason. I have never known anyone who went on a Walk that wasn’t tremendously blessed. If you are not saved when you go on the Walk, there is a very good chance you will be saved before you come home. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Baptist

On The Road To Damascus

Contributed by Timothy Archer on Jan 20, 2004

One of the most dramatic encounters with Jesus occurred when Jesus no longer walked this earth.

One of the most dramatic encounters with Jesus occurred when Jesus no longer walked on this earth. It happened when a man named Saul met our Lord on the road to Damascus. Who was Saul of Tarsus? 1. He was a faithful Jew. (Philippians 3:4-6) He was a member of the proud tribe of Benjamin, one of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Forgiveness - A Stones Throw Away! (Or People In Glass Houses.)

Contributed by John Gullick on Jul 31, 2016

A sermon that looks at Jesus encounter with the woman caught in Adultery - finishes with a remarkable NZ poem

John 8 New International Version (NIV) 8 1 but Jesus went to the Mount of Olives. 2 At dawn he appeared again in the temple courts, where all the people gathered around him, and he sat down to teach them. 3 The teachers of the law and the Pharisees brought in a woman caught in adultery. They made ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Devil Exposed Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on May 12, 2012

The Devil is real and we can expect to encounter him if we're followers of Jesus.

A sermon by Heather Cetrangolo We’re going to start with a questionnaire this morning. I want us all to think about how we would answer these statements, as true or false? (This is only for private reflection, not to share) 1. I believe that Jesus has saved me from being lost and without ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

The Story Of The Man Born Blind- A Journey Of Faith Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 9, 2018

The man born blind will see his life change when he encounters Jesus!

INTRODUCTION " SLIDE #1 " Have you ever thought that life had dealt you a bad hand? I mean it seems like you can never get ahead, that you have allowed your past to haunt you to this day? " When we feel like life has somehow cheated us, it is so easy to turn away and blame God for what has ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Risk Taking- Risk Blessing

Contributed by Matthew Blau on Oct 16, 2001

Are you willing to risk an encounter with Jesus? This is a new look at a very familiar scripture Passage

Risk Taking- Risk Blessing This morning’s scripture lesson one we probable have all heard before. It is about the 10 lepers who call out to Jesus asking him to have mercy on them. Jesus does indeed have mercy on them. He tells them to show themselves to the priest. He did this because that was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Methodist

Love Jesus

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Jan 31, 2018

When you love Jesus you will encounter Him and He will manifest Himself to you

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: LOVE JESUS John 14:18-21 King James Version (KJV) 18 I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you. 19 Yet a little while, and the world seeth me no more; but ye see me: because I live, ye shall live also. 20 At that day ye shall know that ...read more

Scripture: John 14:18-21

Denomination: Charismatic

Power Of God To Save Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Aug 13, 2020

I am praying that our hearts would be sensitive and with compassion for the people around us who do not know Christ as Lord.

Power of God to save Series- “Solutions” 1Timothy and 2 Timothy Text- 1 Timothy 1:12-20 Well Good morning – I am glad that you are here with us and believe that the Lord has a word for you today. I hope you come with expectation and are open for him to do something amazing.. Have you found ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-20

Denomination: Nazarene

Power Of God To Save

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 27, 2026

God loves us and Jesus is enough for our salvation

Power of God to save 1 Timothy 1:12-20 Well Good morning – I am glad that you are here with us and believe that the Lord has a word for you. Amen I hope you have come into his house with expectation and anticipation. Have you found yourself asking the Lord questions like- How does this fit ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-16

Denomination: Nazarene

Jesus At A Pharisee's House

Contributed by Jason Cole on May 9, 2008

The encounter Jesus had with a woman at a Pharisee’s house provides quite an interesting story.

Jesus At A Pharisee’s House Introduction: I love to read the stories of the people Jesus came across. In those stories we get a glimpse into the mind of God and see what really matters. We learn how we should treat others and we learn what is most important. I am convinced that one of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Touched By God

Contributed by Ethan Sayler on Aug 5, 2002

This is a sermon on the importance of being persistent in prayer, and how God will change your life through prayer.

It had been over twenty years since Jacob had last set foot in his father’s land; twenty years since his flight from his brother’s wrath, twenty years from that blessed encounter with the Lord at Bethel. Now, after two decades, Jacob was coming home. He had left his home alone, with nothing but ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:22-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Listening To God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 4, 2024

This sermon explores how to perceive, understand, and respond to God's voice, using the story of Samuel as a guide for transformative obedience.

Welcome, beloved friends, to this gathering of hearts and souls, united in our shared love for our Lord Jesus Christ. We gather here, not as strangers passing in the night, but as a family, knitted together in the warmth of God's love. Today, we are drawn together once more, not by a mere whim or ...read more

Topics: Hearing, God's Voice

A Famine Of The Will Of God

Contributed by Tom Carpenter on Jan 4, 2014

Jesus' meat (food) was to do the will of God. Today we have a famine of the will of God, but the Lord has prepared a feast, if we will but be obedient.

Matt 6:9-13 (KJV) (9) After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. (10) Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. (11) Give us this day our daily bread. (12) And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. (13) And lead us ...read more

Scripture: John 4:31-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

Disease Is Not The Will Of God Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 25, 2025

Many people believe that disease is a part of God's will, but is this notion supported by Scripture?

As children of God, it's essential to understand the nature of disease and its relationship with our Heavenly Father. Many people believe that disease is a part of God's will, but is this notion supported by Scripture? The True Nature of Disease Disease is not a blessing from God, but ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:5, 1 Peter 2:24