Sermons on Gods Indwelling Presence:

The Absence Of God

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 3, 2010

January 1985: The psalmist experiences the absence of God, even to the point of denigrating himself as a "worm." But when he takes inventory, he does see evidence of God's presence, opens up his heart, and dares to hope.

Today I am going to take a somewhat different approach to the reading of the Scripture and the way I will be preaching on it. And in fact I hope this will make it come alive for you and will enable you to follow the thought of the Scripture writer as well as my own thought. What I plan to do today ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Nobody Stood With Me But God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 29, 2023

Explores finding strength in solitude, courage in proclamation, and hope in divine deliverance through unwavering faith in God's presence and promises.

Good morning, dear friends. We gather here today, hearts filled with hope, eager to find solace and strength in the word of God. Our lives may be filled with trials and tribulations, but remember, we are never alone. God is with us, in every moment, in every breath we take. We turn our hearts and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:16-18

Topics: Not Laid To Charge

Staying With Jesus

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jan 16, 2023

A sermon for the second Sunday of Epiphany, Year A

January 15, 2023 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson John 1:29-42 Staying with Jesus Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. You learn about someone when you see where they live. For instance, I stopped and saw the log cabin ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-42

Denomination: Lutheran

Approaching God With Confidence Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Sep 23, 2007

How do we approach God? What are the things that keep us from entering His presence? What enables us to come to God with full confidence?

Sermon for CATM – September 23, 2007 - Approaching God with Confidence Hebrews 4:14-16 Therefore, since we have a great high priest who has gone through the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold firmly to the faith we profess. For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Told You So

Contributed by Judith Hand on Apr 20, 2012

God's presence will convince a skeptic and God's power will draw a crowd, are we witnessing to the presence and power of the living Christ?

Acts 3:12-19 I John 3: 1-7 Luke 24: 36b-48 I love it that we can linger a few weeks just taking in the wonderful message of Easter, with our focus upon the risen Lord, as we read accounts of Him walking on this earth after he broke forth out of that tomb. He is ALIVE! If the salvation story ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:36-48

Denomination: Methodist

How Does The Holy Spirit Work In Me?

Contributed by Jeffrey Dillinger on May 2, 2023

Sometimes Christians wonder if they have the Holy Spirit because they have not had some overt experience or do not speak in tongues or have an outward miraculous gift. This sermon is for those believers.

The Spirit's Work and Mind Intro: A. Luke writes a gospel account of the life of Jesus, and then gives us the sequel, the early beginning of the church. It is in the book of Acts we are introduced to the Holy Spirit at work guiding the church leaders and be at work in all disciples of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38-39, Acts 1:6-8, 1 Corinthians 3:16-17, Ephesians 1:13-14, Romans 8:26-27, Galatians 5:22-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christ Dwells In Us

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 26, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: If CHRIST dwells in us, we have everything. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that CHRIST dwells in us. IV. TEXT: John 17:23 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) I am in them and you are in

I. EXORDIUM: If CHRIST dwells in us, we have everything. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that CHRIST dwells in us. IV. TEXT: John 17:23 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) I am in them and you are in me. May they experience such perfect unity that the world ...read more

Scripture: John 17:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Open Hearts" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Mar 20, 2003

We must have open hearts to fully experience God’s presence in our lives.

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches March 3, 2002 Third Sunday of Lent “Open Hearts” Psalm 95 INTRODUCTION: Pilgrim worshipers sang Psalm 95 as they approached the Temple for a festival. It was a typical “entrance liturgy” where people would progress from outside the temple, through the courts of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

What To Do When The Glory's Gone

Contributed by Eric Lones on Jan 30, 2007

Principles about reconnecting with God’s presence taken from 1 Samuel chapter 4.

WHAT TO DO WHEN THE GLORY’S GONE We are going to read a fairly long passage of Scripture this morning. But, I felt like it was necessary in order for us to understand the truth of what we’re going to be talking about. And so, if you would, read along with me, either on the screen, or in your ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 4:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where Is God?

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Sep 28, 2003

Many people live any way they want, and yet when a trial or tragedy comes their way, they wonder, "Where is God?" The fact is, sin still separates us from God, and deprives us of His presence and power.

Where Is God? Text: Deut.31: 17; I Sam.4: 12-22 Intro: I would suppose that every Christian, who has at some point in their life found themselves frustrated and discouraged by trials, has silently asked the question, “Where is God?” Even as we asked that question, we knew in our hearts that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 4:12-22, Deuteronomy 31:17

Denomination: Baptist

God Of Fire Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 9, 2025

The fire of God symbolises His presence, power, purity, and passion. From the burning bush that called Moses, to the fire on Mount Carmel, to the cloven tongues of fire at Pentecost, God's fire reveals His nature and demands.

GOD OF FIRE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 12:29 Supporting Texts: Exodus 3:2-5, 1 Kings 18:36-39, Acts 2:1-4, Leviticus 6:12-13, Revelation 1:14 INTRODUCTION: Our God is not only loving and merciful—He is also a consuming fire. The fire of God symbolises His presence, power, purity, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:29, Exodus 3:2-5, 1 Kings 18:36-39, Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Seeking God’s Face, Not Just His Hand Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 5, 2025

Seeking God’s face means pursuing a deeper relationship with Him, desiring His presence, and understanding His character rather than merely asking for His blessings.

SEEKING GOD’S FACE, NOT JUST HIS HAND By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 27:8 “When thou saidst, Seek ye my face; my heart said unto thee, Thy face, Lord, will I seek." (KJV) Supporting Texts: Exodus 33:14-15 Matthew 6:33 James 4:8 1 Chronicles 16:11 Jeremiah 29:13 Philippians ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:8, Exodus 33:14-15, 1 Chronicles 16:11, Jeremiah 29:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Fire Fall Down

Contributed by Richard Stevens on Jun 9, 2021

God has demonstrated His presence, His judgment and His power - many times in scripture by FIRE. I want us, today, to look at a time when God used His fire To demonstrate His power, and, indirectly, His presence. And used it to call His people back to Him.

SLIDE Introduction (I Kings 18:1-2) God has demonstrated His presence, His judgment and His power - many times in scripture by FIRE. I want us, today, to look at a time when God used His fire To demonstrate His power, and, indirectly, His presence. During the reign of King Ahab, the children ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Return Of God's Glory In Exuberant Worship (1) Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 8, 2016

Heartfelt worship is a key ingredient to the transcendent presence and glory of God in our midst.

1. Have you been watching and listening for God's direction this week? 2. WORSHIP FROM THE HEART A little boy asked his father what was the highest number he had ever counted. Replying that he didn't know, the father asked his son his highest number. It was 973. "Why did you stop there?" ...read more

Scripture: John 4:22-24, John 4:22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Parable Of The Wheat And The Tares Series

Contributed by David Quackenbush on May 4, 2008

Part III of our examination of the Parables of the Kingdom looks at the emphasis of the opposition to the Kingdom of God, the Presence of the Tares and their final destiny.

Introduction As we examined the first of the parables in this chapter last week we examined the parable of the Sower and the 4 types of soil that the seed (the word of God) falls upon. The emphasis of that parable was upon the hearts of the hearer of the Word of God. Today we shall examine the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-43

Denomination: Assembly Of God