Sermons on God Our Refuge:

Wings Of Refuge

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 11, 2010

Funeral message, for Ekerete Akpaete, Nigerian, who died suddenly in the arms of his infant daughter.

Takoma Park Baptist Church, Washington, Dc, March 25, 2000 To experience great loss is difficult enough. To experience that loss in a far country, with few who understand, few who are close, is even more difficult. And when that loss means that those who depend on you will need you even more, ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

Seek The Refuge Series

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 6, 2022

Rev. 6 shows us the effect on mankind as they see Christ's 2nd coming. They are all seized with remorse for their sins and terror at the expected judgment. We'll also face Christ in all His power & glory. No excuses for disobedience will be accepted.

SEEK THE REFUGE Revelation 6 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: GAS SHORTAGE It was the start of a holiday weekend and the last "full-service" gas station was crowded. Finally the attendant hustled up to the local minister who had been waiting in line some time. "I'm sorry for the delay, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:1-17, Proverbs 22:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Cities Of Refuge

Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 12, 2013

A Bible study on Numbers 35

HoHum: As a child, did you ever run away from home? Where did you go? Thesis: 3 Things From This Chapter For instances: The Levitical Towns- ““You are the salt of the earth.” Matthew 5:13, NIV. They were scattered widely throughout Israel. It is not good for Christians ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 35:1-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Refuge In Christ

Contributed by David Goering on Aug 9, 2018

True christians have seen their miserable condition and have fled for refuge in Christ.

SCRIPTURE: Hebrews 6:17-18 "Wherein God, willing more abundantly to shew unto the heirs of promise the immutability of his counsel, confirmed it by an oath: That by two immutable things, in which it was impossible for God to lie, we might have a strong consolation, who have FLED FOR REFUGE to lay ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:17-18

Cities Of Refuge Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 7, 2019

When you’re afraid, run to Jesus for refuge, but don’t keep Him to yourself. Make Jesus accessible and available to all.

San Francisco has its cable cars. Seattle has its Space Needle, and Longview, Washington, has its squirrel bridge. It’s called The Nutty Narrows Bridge, which spans Olympia Way and is a local landmark. A local builder, the late Amos Peters, built The Nutty Narrows Bridge in 1963. He wanted to give ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 20:1-9, Hebrews 6:18, Romans 8:1

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Trusting God.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 11, 2021

Our refuge is in the LORD.

TRUSTING GOD. Psalm 91:9-16. Christians under persecution have testified to the literal truth of Psalm 91:9-10 – but this does not alter the fact that Christians still do suffer. There are times when God does not deliver us FROM things, but rather delivers us IN things (Romans 8:37). The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:9-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

He Is My Refuge Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on May 11, 2020

To hope is be human. Our problem is not the absence or lack of hope but what we put our hope in. The goal of this sermon series that I’m doing is to take you on a journey through a book filled with hope. That book is the … the Bible!

Some of us … [clear throat] … are old enough to remember this song. It goes like this [start song]: “The next time you’re found with your chin on the ground… “There’s a lot to be learned … so look around. “Just what makes that little old ant think He’ll move that rubber tree plant? Anyone knows ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:13-20, Genesis 22:11, Genesis 22:18, Hebrews 11:9-10

Denomination: United Methodist

Call And Look Unto God Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Aug 24, 2020

Our prayers today are so much about ourselves and with time we have lost that much needed touch with God. It has become more of a routine or duty. But it is time we turn to God, seek Him with our whole heart and return to the everlasting spring leaving behind the traditions!

Call and look unto the Lord We read in Psalm 91:2, I will say to the LORD, "You are my refuge and my fortress, my God in whom I trust." (GW) As believers in the Lord Jesus Christ, if we were to take a moment to analyze our prayers, we would be surprised to know that most of them are ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:2

Denomination: Other

A Strong Refuge In Times Of Trouble Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 7, 2023

Psalm 46 reminds us that God is our refuge and strength, a fortress in times of trouble. In a world filled with uncertainties and chaos, our faith in Him brings peace

"A Strong Refuge in Times of Trouble" Introduction: Greetings, beloved congregation. Today, we gather to explore the comforting words of Psalm 46:1-3 in the New Living Translation. Point 1: The Assurance of God's Presence Scripture: Psalm 46:1 (NLT) - "God is our refuge and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-3, Psalm 46:10, Psalm 62:8, Psalm 46:2-3, Psalm 46:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Is Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 22, 2012

The Psalmist declares, God is what? 1- God is our refuge, we must not fear 2- God is our strength, we must not fall 3- God is our God, we must not fight

INTRO.- God is. The Psalmist doesn’t question the existence of God. He simply states, God is. Gen. 1:1 “In the beginning God.” ILL.- An orator in Hyde Park of London was speaking out against religion. He said, “My hatred of religion is inherited; my grandfather was an atheist; my father was an ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Norway: Let God Be Your Strength And Refuge

Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Jul 25, 2011

God is our strength and refuge in the gloomiest moments of our lives. Let’s run to Him for shelter from the storm, and in the case of tragedy, especially so. Pray for those affected in the Norway shootings, that they may find their refuge in God.

Text: Psalm 46 Open with me to Psalm 46. This week, Norway has been ravaged with the shootings of over 90 children at the hands of a madman. Families are shattered, friendships irrecoverable. Though this seemed to be a politically and racially motivated crime, many sources of media call this ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Alone

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Leslie Verghese on Sep 12, 2018

Psalm 62

In life’s most threatening times, you will be at peace if God alone is your salvation and refuge. - The main theme of the psalm is the right and wrong objects of faith. • If we trust in God, we’re secure. • If we trust in men or in things, we’re depending on that which is lighter than breath ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Construction Of A Kingdom 4: Taking Refuge In God

Contributed by J. Ritter Jr on Oct 18, 2000

Introduction This morning we resume our series, The Construction of a Kingdom, as we again peer into the life of David in 1 Samuel 22.

Introduction This morning we resume our series, The Construction of a Kingdom, as we again peer into the life of David in 1 Samuel 22. By the series title, I am inferring a process by which the Lord will establish His rule in our lives that includes us in a glorious purpose. Jeremiah 29:11 reads, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 22:1

In God Alone Series

Contributed by James Turner on Mar 9, 2001

Our refuge, our strength, our Sanctuary is in God alone.

In God Alone Psalm 62:1- My soul finds rest in God alone; my salvation comes from him. 2 He alone is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will never be shaken. I. Let’s take a few minutes this morning and let’s look at these two verses. A. As you know over the past few weeks God has ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 62:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

In The Lord I Take Refuge

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Jan 12, 2021

Psalm 11 reminds us that even though the situation around us seems to be out of control, chaotic, very dangerous, and scary, God, whose throne is in heaven, sees everyone and everything, is still in control. Therefore, we can trust in Him and make Him our security and our refuge.

Opening: Last Sunday, we have learned six things from Ephesians 5:15-20 that God wants to do this year and in the rest of our lives: 1) To be careful in spending our time 2) To be productive 3) To be wise 4) To be filled by the Spirit 5) To praise God 6) To be thankful in all circumstances. Today, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20, 2 Peter 3:10, Colossians 1:16-17, Matthew 10:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational