Sermons on Losing Gods Presence:

2 Kings 6:8-23 – "Open His Eyes And Let Him See"

Contributed by Matt Stone on Sep 7, 2016

Elisha's servant sees God's presence, protection and provision when Elisha prays, 'Open his eyes and let him see." How might we see as God sees?

Aram is at war with Israel, but the King of Israel seems to be able to predict Aram’s army’s movements. Everywhere Aram’s army goes, Israel is one step ahead – so much so that the King of Aram assumes he has a spy in his camp. But he hasn’t got a spy – ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:8-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

In Losing Everything, You've Gained Christ's Righteousness

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Mar 21, 2010

Our own doings can not make us right before God. For only Christ's righteousness, which is yours by faith alone, stands in God's courtroom. A. All other gains are garbage. B. Your faith knows the power of Christ's resurrection. C. You strain forward

Text: Philippians 3:8-14 Theme: In Losing Everything, You've Gained Christ's Righteousness A. All other gains are garbage B. Your faith knows the power of Christ's resurrection C. You strain forward toward your resurrection sharing in Christ's suffering Season: Lent 5c Date: March 21, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8-14

Denomination: Lutheran

The Patience Of The Man Job ! Series

Contributed by John Wright on Feb 2, 2010

James exhorts new testament Christians to be patient like the farmers, the prophets and now he exhorts Christians to pattern their patience after the patience of Job.

INTRODUCTION #29 1. Open your bibles to James 5:11. 2. The context of this verse is encouraging Christians to be patient. (1) James 5:7a&8 refer to Christians being patient when they are mistreated. James gives the example of rich employers holding back part of the wages of their employees and ...read more

Scripture: James 5:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Comfort And Courage Sermon I: The Miracle Of God's Presence Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Mar 17, 2020

In times of distress, the need we all have for "God's comfort and our courage can be met by meditating upon and ingesting into our lives spiritual manna from David's Shepherd Psalm.

Comforted by the Miracle of God’s Presence The need we all have for being comforted is expressed by one of my poetic prayers for God’s guidance in times of trouble: “Let this be our prayer when we lose our way, or shadows fill our day: Oh ...read more

Not Your Name; My Name - Mark 9:36-41 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 31, 2023

Do you long for a greater experience of the presence of God? In this passage Jesus teaches how to attain that while bringing honor to Jesus and accruing eternal reward.

Mark 9:33 They came to Capernaum. When he was in the house, he asked them, "What were you arguing about on the road?" 34 But they kept quiet because on the way they had argued about who was the greatest. 35 Sitting down, Jesus called the Twelve and said, "If anyone wants to be first, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:36-41, Matthew 1:5, Luke 9:48-50

"Create In Me A Clean Heart" Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Jan 11, 2011

During those times in our life when it seems we have no hope, we can read the words of David to know that God is always present. Jesus said, "I will never leave you or forsake you."

Spend time every day in God’s Word. Find joy in something each day. Work on self improvement. Try something new. Venture out and do something different. One of my favorite musical artists is a man named James Taylor. I’ve enjoyed his guitar playing and ballads for over 35 years. In the early ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10-12

Denomination: Christian Church

Freed In Your Fire

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Nov 11, 2010

know that in your fire Jesus is there, and if he is there you’re freed.

Freed In Your Fire Daniel 3:19 – 25 These three Hebrew boys had a choice to be Promoted by man or Have there names in the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:19-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I’m On My Way Somewhere

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Nov 21, 2010

You’ll get where you have to get to with the assistance of what God orders for you....

I’m On My Way Somewhere Jonah 1:17 - 2: 1-7 17 Now the LORD had prepared a great fish to swallow up Jonah. And Jonah was in the belly of the fish three days and three nights. ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

“a House Of Sacrifice” Pt. 1 Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 20, 2015

God’s Presence is found at the place of sacrifice. a Those who are willing to give it all, offer it all, release it all have been blessed to receive ALL of God. b It is this kind of Christian who has allowed God full access to themselves that will make in these last days.

Manifest Presence Series “A House of Sacrifice” Pt. 1 (Inspired by Don Nori Sr.’s Manifest Presence: You Can Live Within The Veil) March 18, 2015 CFBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker A 2 Chronicles 7:11-12 (NASB) 11 Thus Solomon finished the house of the LORD and the ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

To Meet The Big Boss

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jun 30, 2013

A person passionate and burning to see His Face would throw away everything for the experience!

Holy of Holies! Exodus 28:35”Aaron must wear it when he ministers. The sound of the bells will be heard when he enters the Holy Place before the LORD and when he comes out, so that he will not die.” Aaron the High Priest had to wear a robe that had tassels of a golden bell and a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 28:33-35, Exodus 28:36

Denomination: Pentecostal

Glory Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Feb 5, 2019

What is the Glory of the Lord and can we experience it today?

Today we finish the Book of Exodus. God gave instructions on how to relate with Him, especially the celebration of that relationship with worship. As this Book of Exodus ends, we note a Spiritual Revival and the Israelites did everything God called them to do! So let us open our Bibles to Exodus 40 ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 40:1-38

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I Will Be With You

Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 25, 2013

No matter how equipped we may feel or how much courage we lack, it is always a helpful reminder to know that God promises to be with His people.

Everywhere Paul went he went through many trials. He faced threats against his life. For his preaching he was beaten times without number, stoned and left for dead, and imprisoned. He was followed by Judaizing teachers that would contradict him and harass him everywhere he went. He suffered hunger ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:9-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Is . . .! Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Nov 11, 2017

A look through the book of Hebrews to better discover who Jesus is.

Jesus Is . . . ! Hebrews 13:8 November 12, 2017 I heard about a man who came home one day to find that his wife hung a plaque on the wall which read, "Prayer changes things." When she came home the next day, the plaque was gone. She looked all over and couldn’t find it! So, she asked her ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Story - Sermon 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 31, 2011

Beginning with Genesis a look at how God wants to be with us. Sermon 2 of 32. From Randy Frazee and Max Lucado

The Story - Chapter 1 September 12, 2010 When’s the last time you saw a movie that had a huge beginning, a beginning that if you missed it, you missed a crucial part of the story. Maybe you were stuck in line buying popcorn and snacks, and suddenly the movie begins; and when that happened ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jehovah-Shammah "The Lord Is There" Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Apr 23, 2012

In one sense, everything in the Bible is either about God's presence or about a lack of God's presence. Let's see why the presence of God is so important.

Ezekiel 39:25-29; 48:35 Purpose: To show how important the presence of God is. INTRODUCTION: Why should we study the names of God? Why does the Bible have so many names for God? Spurgeon answered it by quoting the psalmist David. Psalm 33:21 For our heart rejoices in Him, Because we trust in ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 48:35

Denomination: Independent/Bible