Sermons on Incarnational Presence:

Cleanliness And Spiritual Purity. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Nov 29, 2024

In the Bible, filthiness and uncleanness are often associated with the presence of evil spirits.

The phrase "cleanliness is next to godliness" is a well-known adage that emphasizes the importance of physical cleanliness in relation to spiritual purity. While this phrase is not directly found in the Bible, it is rooted in biblical principles that highlight the connection between ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10-12, Isaiah 57:15

Second Generation Faithfulness Lesson 1

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 31, 2025

Moses, Joshua: Both began ministry in God’s presence.

A. THEIR SIMILARITIES 1. Both began ministry in God’s presence. Moses: “God called out of the midst of the bush” (Exodus 3:4). Joshua: “The Lord spoke unto Joshua … arise, go over this Jordan” (Joshua 1:1-2). 2. What is a call from God? a. Burden b. Desire c. Fruit – usefulness 3. Both saw a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:4, Joshua 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Christmas Story: Responding To God's In-Breaking Kingdom: Mary/Joseph Series

Contributed by Marty Boller on Dec 15, 2006

#2 in a series: A look at some of the better known characters of the Christmas Story, learning from their experiences as God’s In-Breaking Kingdom brought the incarnation of Jesus Christ to planet earth and into their personal lives.

If you would like a free MP3 audio file of this teaching, please email us @ tfh777@msn.com and mention the teaching MP3-20061210. Good morning, Merry Christmas. My name is Suzannne Revers and I’m a part of the Preaching and Teaching team, here at The Father’s House, and once in awhile we fill in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:28-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"hark! The Herald Angels Sing" Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Jan 2, 2019

This hymn begins with an exhortation … a command … a call to action: “Hark!” “Hark!” … “Listen!” … “Listen to the angels singing!” As we are about to see, this hymn has a remarkable theological depth and richness not often found in carols.

How many of you pay attention to all the little type at the bottom of the hymns? Turn to page 240 and look at the bottom of the page. See them down there? They’re there to give you a little bit of the history of the hymn. If you look at the bottom of “Hark! 5he Herald Angels Sing,” it says that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14, Isaiah 9:6, Malachi 4:2

Denomination: United Methodist

Consider Jesus

Contributed by John Newton on Feb 13, 2022

A look at Jesus, as High Priest, Son Of God and “Sent One”

As he drew to the conclusion of his gospel the aged apostle John reflected, “Jesus did many other things as well. If every one of them were written down, I suppose that even the whole world would not have room for the books that would be written.” It was a common characteristic of those early ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:1-6

Denomination: Episcopal

The Humble Birth Of The Savior Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Nov 30, 2015

Great things come from small beginnings. This is what we can learn on that first Christmas when Christ was born of humble beginnings and rose to be King of Israel.

THE BIRTH OF THE SAVIOR SCRIPTURE READING: Micah 5:2 (NIV) "But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, though you are small among the clans of Judah, out of you will come for me one who will be ruler over Israel, whose origins are from of old, from ancient times." INTRODUCTION; Our sermon series on the Book ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2

Denomination: Nazarene

Heaven Came To Earth

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Dec 19, 2015

God sends heaven to earth through his son.

HEAVEN CAME TO EARTH Matthew 2: 1 Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judaea in the days of Herod the king, behold, there came wise men from the east to Jerusalem, 2 Saying, Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in the east, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

We See The Seven Doors Of Heaven

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Feb 20, 2016

God will open doors now and in the future to lead us to where he wants us.

WE SEE THE SEVEN DOORS OF HEAVEN Psalms 14: 2 The LORD looked down from heaven upon the children of men, to see if there were any that did understand, and seek God. Most Christians today have more “downs” than “up” down in the mouth. We are not winning souls ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 14:2

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas: When God Came Down To Save Man Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 21, 2025

This sermon unveils Christmas as the divine moment when God stepped down from heaven, clothed Himself in humanity, and entered the world to save mankind from sin and eternal separation.

CHRISTMAS: WHEN GOD CAME DOWN TO SAVE MAN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 1:14 Key Verse: “And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth.” (John 1:14) Supporting Texts: Matthew 1:21-23; ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

From The Manger To The Throne (Christmas) Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 21, 2025

This sermon reveals the journey of Christ from humility to glory, from the manger to the throne, unveiling the purpose of Christmas and the exaltation that followed obedience and sacrifice.

FROM THE MANGER TO THE THRONE (CHRISTMAS) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 2:6-11 Key Verse: “Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name.” (Philippians 2:9) Supporting Texts: Luke 2:6-7; Isaiah 9:6-7; John 1:14; Hebrews 1:3; ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:6-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Is That All You've Got?

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 19, 2024

We who follow Christ are responsible to present the message of grace at every opportunity. Many will dismiss our message as foolish talk. We must honestly present the truth to such people, refusing to give up our stand for the truth.

“As [Paul] was saying these things in his defense, Festus said with a loud voice, ‘Paul, you are out of your mind; your great learning is driving you out of your mind.’ But Paul said, ‘I am not out of my mind, most excellent Festus, but I am speaking true and rational words. For the king knows ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:24-29

Denomination: Baptist

Christ's Three Apperances Series

Contributed by Frank Lay on Sep 19, 2004

As we examine these verses, we discover that there were three appearances of Christ. His past appearance took place in the incarnation. His present appearance is in the heavenly Holy of Holies. His future appearance will take place at the second advent

CHRIST’S THREE APPEARANCES Hebrews 9:23-28 The book of Hebrews talks about the superiority of the Sacrifice of Jesus Christ over the OT sacrifices. The OT High Priest entered the Holy of Holies to present us before God. Christ entered a more perfect tabernacle. The OT sanctuary was merely a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:23-28

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Assurance Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 13, 2007

In 1 John 3:19-24, John tells us how we can have blessed assurance.

A. Last week we took a one week reprieve from our 1 John Series in order to review God’s commands and promises about giving. And I hope that lesson was a blessing to you! B. To get us started on today’s subject of assurance, I want to share an old story. 1. The story is told of a Lion who needed ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:19-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Whole Persons, Whole Salvation

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 13, 2025

God created us as whole beings—body and breath, inseparable and precious. Sin fractured that wholeness, bringing death to the entire person. But Jesus, through His incarnation, death, and bodily resurrection, restores and guarantees our wholeness.

Introduction – Breathing In the First Morning Picture the very first morning on Earth. The sun has just risen over a brand-new world. The air is clean and full of promise. Then comes a breathtaking moment: “The Lord God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:7, Genesis 1:31, Acts 17:28, Ecclesiastes 12:7, Genesis 3:19, Matthew 10:28, Matthew 9:24, John 6:40, John 11:25, John 14:19, John 1:14, Romans 8:22, Romans 12:1, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, 2 Corinthians 4:17, Philippians 3:21, Colossians 3:3, Revelation 21:1-4, 1 John 3:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

His Name: Immanuel PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 4, 2024

This sermon explores God's promise of His constant presence, proximity, and personhood, assuring us that we are never alone, forgotten, or without hope.

Good morning, family of faith. It is a privilege to stand before you, to share in the joy of fellowship, and to unfold the wonders of God's Word together. Today, we gather under the banner of His love, His grace, and His mercy, bathed in the warmth of His promise - a promise that has been whispered ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:23

Topics: He Is With Us