Sermons on How To See God:

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

How To Understand And Interpret End Times?

Contributed by Samuel M on Oct 26, 2023

Daniel when he saw God as ancient of days, he got an understanding of the Most High God as the one of who governs or controls times and seasons.

Daniel saw God as Ancient of Days seated on throne. Isaiah saw God as the Lord of Hosts seated on the throne. The way they saw God on the throne had a significant impact on their lives. The phrase "Lord of Hosts" was first mentioned in the Bible by Hannah to describe God. Hannah got this ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 7:9

How To Detect Spiritual Imposters Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Mar 2, 2015

Not every person that carries a Bible and talks about Jesus is a true teacher of God’s Word. Paul warned that false teachers will appear as the apostles of Christ and angels of light. So how do you detect spiritual imposters.

How to Detect Spiritual Imposters 1 Timothy 4:1-5 Introduction: 1. There is a sobering passage in Matthew 7, straight from the lips of Jesus Christ. It has to do with the subject of spiritual imposters. vs. 21-23 2. Things don’t always appear as they seem on the surface. This is very true ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-5

Denomination: Bible Church

Are We Doing The Right Things? Series

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Jan 10, 2010

Will we do the good deeds that bring the greatest praise to God?

Text: Luke 5:33-39 Title: Are we doing the right things? Introduction This month we are going to be talking about the best way we can reach out to our community in 2010. "In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven." ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:33-39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Be Blessed Beyond Measure

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Oct 17, 2014

This message explains why we do not have blessings or joy in our lives and how we go about getting those blessings from God. To do so, we use the passage found in PSALM 1:1-6 as our main authority.

My father used to tell us boys that everyone has someone who is in authority over them. He said that every soldier has a sergeant; every worker has a foreman; and then with a wink, he would add, “And every husband has a wife.” And even though he was joking when he said that, he ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: *other

How To Recognize Self-Centered Christianity Series

Contributed by Tim Huie on Apr 14, 2008

God’s plan is that His people lead Christ centered lives. How can you tell if you are living a self-entered life instead?

1. Illus. of moving to seminary • Two level seminary apartment. My 10 year old daughter wanted to be downstairs by herself. My wife was afraid she would be injured walking up and down stairs in middle of the night. • Mom had no girls, so she was always especially close to my duaghter. She decided ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Since We Are Saved, Christians, How Should We Live? Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Nov 18, 2023

We should... 1. Rejoice in the mercy of our Master (vs. 1-2). 2. Recommit ourselves to righteous living (vs. 1, 3-4). 3. Treat God's Word like a treasure (vs. 3-5). 4. Walk like the Lord Jesus walked (vs. 6).

Since We Are Saved, Christians, How Should We Live? 1 John 2:1-6 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The First Epistle of John (Prepared November 18, 2023) BACKGROUND: *Before we begin our study today, let me remind you that the Apostle John was a very old man by the time he wrote this letter. Bible ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

How Can I Follow Christ Series

Contributed by Ken Sowers on Nov 26, 2005

God uses Philip to reach into new territory

New testament evangelists were not the sAC 8:26 Now an angel of the Lord said to Philip, "Go south to the road-- the desert road --that goes down from Jerusalem to Gaza." 27 So he started out, and on his way he met an Ethiopian eunuch, an important official in charge of all the treasury of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Boiler-Room

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on May 2, 2013

Prayer Is the boiler room to bring our nation back to God.

John Wesley said the following about Prayer "Prayer is where the action is." " E. M. Bounds "Prayer is not learned in a classroom but in the closet. William Law “He who has learned to pray has learned the greatest secret of a holy and happy life." Martin Luther. “Prayer is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Methodist

How To Make Decisions In The Face Of Fear Series

Contributed by Nate Barbour on Jan 29, 2003

Learn how to obey God in spite of hesitation.

“No Fear” Series How to Make Decisions in the Face of Fear Obeying God In Spite of Hesitation 10/23/02 I. Fear is… a. Anxiety caused by real or possible danger, pain, etc.; fright b. Awe; reverence c. Apprehension; concern d. Synonyms: (noun) fright, terror, horror, panic, dread, dismay, awe, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:28, John 10:2-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be An Imitator Of God

Contributed by Robert Hudson on Feb 13, 2010

Message on Ephesians 5:1-8 about how we are to be imitators of God.

This morning I would like to talk about being an imitation or being an imitator. When I think about imitations I tend to think of cheap replicas things with inferior quality and while it might be a good deal, it will not last as long or work as well as the original. A couple of things that come to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

How To Trigger A Great Awakening

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 3, 2021

Ultimately the Holy Spirit is the only one who can trigger a great awakening in your area. Yet the Spirit is willing. God works through people. He asks "Who will go?" Who is willing to say: "Here I am Lord, send me!"

Ultimately the Holy Spirit is the only one who can trigger a great awakening in your area. Yet the Spirit is willing. God works through people. He asks "Who will go?" Who is willing to say: "Here I am Lord, send me!" That is the beginning. We become willing to be a vessel ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-21

Denomination: Salvation Army

Walking With God

Contributed by Bill Burnett on Mar 1, 2007

A description of how Abram walked with God and God’s response back to Him.

The Joys Of Walking With God Genesis 17 Today’s society thrives on big events, speed, noise, movement, and drama. But it is not hyperactivity that troubles us - it’s quietness. Solitude is often considered boring, a waste of time. Mistakenly, we suppose that walking with God is a quick, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-26

Denomination: Foursquare

"how Should I Read My Bible?"

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Sep 15, 2022

An exposition encouraging Christians to read their Bibles.

Title: How Should I Read My Bible Script: Dt. 30:15-20 Type: Expos./Theme for New Year Where: GNBC 9-19-22 Intro: With over 5 billion copies sold and 5billion given away, the Bible remains earth’s most-read book in history. However, the world in which we read and engage with the Bible ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:11-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Great Love

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Apr 14, 2009

Today I want to break it down a little and examine it a piece at a time so that we can see what it tells us of.

God’s Great Love Am Service March 15th 2009 John 3:16 Introduction There is a lot of hurt in the world each and every day. Life does not seem very fair at times does it? Good people are losing their jobs, homes, and retirement accounts. Even the planet Pluto is not considered a planet anymore. ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist