Sermons on Manifest Presence:

Handling The World's Hatred Series

Contributed by Brian Williams on Feb 20, 2023

Nowhere in this passage does Jesus call any of His followers to seek revenge or retreat from the world because of their hatred towards you, but He is calling them to be an active, living testimony of the love and life of God.

As a review from the last Sundays, the narrative from chapters John 13 - 14 is describing Jesus is in His last week on earth and in chapters 15 on, it is down to the last hours before the crucifixion. He has been preparing the disciples for His death, eventual departure from the world and that ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Four Horsemen Of Revelation 6 – Part Iii Series

Contributed by Mark Hall on Mar 5, 2023

This sermon is on the Black Horse and the Pale Horse of Revelation 6. I give my permission for this sermon to be used and copied as long as it is used to honor and glorify Jesus Christ.

THE FOUR HORSEMEN OF REVELATION 6 – PART III Let’s stand together and open our Bibles to Revelation 6, for the third and final part of our series on the “The Four Horsemen of Revelation.” Revelation 6:5 When He opened the third seal, I heard the third living creature say, “Come and see.” So I ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:5-8, 1 Thessalonians 5:9, Revelation 3:10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

An Unlikely Author Of A Gospel Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 6, 2023

In this first sermon in the series on the Gospel of Mark, we want to answer the questions: who was Mark and why is he an unlikely author of a Gospel.

A. One day a woman was cleaning her house and singing Gospel songs as she worked. 1. She began singing, “Soon and very soon, we are going to see the king...” 2. A few minutes later, she heard her young son in the next room and he was singing the same song, but something a little off. 3. Listen to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:45, Acts 12:12, 2 Peter 1:12-15, John 20:30-31, John 21:25, Mark 14:51-52  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Sin Of Worry

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Mar 6, 2023

This sermon is tailor made by the word of God for every person here today. I'm going to say this several times today, worry is, in fact, practical atheism.

This sermon is tailor made by the word of God for every person here today. Stop worrying and start living. How many of you have a Ph.D. In worry? Worry is like a rocking chair. It'll give you something to do, but it will accomplish absolutely nothing. I'm going to say this several times ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Romans 1:8-18 Paul Under Obligation And Those Who Suppress The Truth – Romans Message 2 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Mar 10, 2023

Paul was under obligation to preach the unashamed gospel that was God’s authority for salvation. We look at human decline and wickedness that is in society today; the suppression of truth and the wrath of God.

Romans 1:8-18 PAUL UNDER OBLIGATION AND THOSE WHO SUPPRESS THE TRUTH – Romans Message 2 [1]. FAITH THAT IS WIDELY DISTRIBUTED {{Romans 1 v 8 “Firstly, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for you all because YOUR FAITH is being proclaimed throughout the whole world,”}} We are continuing the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-18, Habakkuk 2:4, Jeremiah 17:5, Isaiah 5:20-21, 1 Corinthians 1:25, 1 Corinthians 1:18-19, Romans 12:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Kairos - How We Hear From God / Prompting And Pain Series

Contributed by Martin Spoelstra on Mar 14, 2023

We don't want to miss the prompting of God. But, what is that like? And why in the world would God use pain?

This is the 3rd message in the series called, "Kairos". Big Idea: We don't want to miss the prompting of God. But, what is that like? And why in the world would God use pain? A good pilot does what it takes to get his passengers home. A good example of this is the story of a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:3-11, Ephesians 4:11-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Knowing Jesus

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Mar 16, 2023

On a scale of 1 to 10, how well do we know Jesus? This sermon will help readers take a personal assessment of their knowledge of Christ based on their answers to 3 critical questions asked in the message.

Knowing Jesus Scripture: First John 2:3-5; Job 36:26; Matthew 28:19-20 The title of my message this morning is “Knowing Jesus.” As I go through this message, I want you to consider this question: On a scale of 1 to 10 how well do I know Jesus?” Now some people could answer this question by ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-5, Job 36:26, Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Of Whom The World Was Not Worthy

Contributed by Victor Yap on Mar 18, 2023

John the Baptist

OF WHOM THE WORLD WAS NOT WORTHY (LK 7:18-35) I had a severe ministerial midlife crisis ten years into full-time ministry. I pondered the meaning, value and effectiveness of what I was doing. My esteem, confidence, and drive were at an all-time low. Church work was wearisome, people disappointed ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:18-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Courage-Filled Heart

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Mar 19, 2023

A heart filled with courage possess those qualities that enables a person to face difficulty, danger, disappointment, despair, death, and whatever else life throws at them. So, I think it’s safe to say we all need courage to face these challenges of life. The message is from the life of Joshua.

A Christian’s Heart “A Courage-Filled Heart” Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ZzNn1r0XVE A heart filled with courage possess those qualities that enables a person to face difficulty, danger, disappointment, despair, death, and whatever else life throws at them. We ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9, Joshua 1:9

Denomination: Foursquare

The Journey From Life To Death (Part 1)

Contributed by Brian Williams on Mar 21, 2023

What if we woke up every day realizing the only reason we are alive today, the only reason we have eternal life, hope, peace is because Jesus loved us enough to lay down His life for us so that we could live.

This Lenten season we are talking about Jesus' journey from death to life. After Jesus’ time with the disciples in the upper room, He prayed His High Priestly prayer and as Rob spoke about last Sunday. Jesus was praying for unity, indwelling of the Spirit, joy, glory, giving and salvation for ...read more

Scripture: John 18:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Discerning God's Will: Tangible And Pragmatic Ways

Contributed by Pastor Matthew Faure on Mar 27, 2023

Discerning God's Will: Tangible and Pragmatic Ways

Discerning God's Will: Tangible and Pragmatic Ways Introduction: One of the most important aspects of the Christian faith is discerning the will of God. Many people struggle with the concept of discernment because they often do not know how to hear God's voice. It is important for us to ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-24

The Disease Humanity Can’t Cure

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Mar 27, 2022

Looking at the story of Naaman the Leper from the Old Testament, we’ll examine what the world cannot do, and what humanity cannot heal, but Jesus can, as He forgives our sins and heals our relationship with God, bringing us back into harmony and unity with Him.

The Disease Humanity Can’t Cure 2 Kings 5 WATCH: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ikQdDgOgoSk With all our scientific and medical advancements and breakthroughs there still exists a disease that humanity cannot find a cure for. As I began to think about this, and the story I will be sharing, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1, 1 John 1:8-9

Denomination: Foursquare

Power For Evangelism

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 29, 2022

Isaiah’s prophecy applies to believers today, providing the words we need to move us into action in sharing our faith. This passage contains two parts: first, the gospel message; and secondly, assurance for the evangelist.

Isaiah chapter 55 shares a message that can be applied to those getting ready to embark on a missionary journey, and to those getting prepared to share their faith in Christ. Within this passage is contained a two-part teaching. The first part, found in verses 1-7, shares the basic content of the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Agape Love

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 29, 2022

Have you ever wondered why God is so good to lost people when they do not reciprocate in their feelings toward Him?

Illus: Perhaps the answer can be illustrated by the story of the little girl who went to her mother to show her some fruit her friend gave her. The mother said, “Your friend has been very kind.” “Yes,” said the child, “She gave me more; but I gave some away.” When her mother asked who she gave ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Book Of Mark #09

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 31, 2022

Many times it seems that we have GOOD NEWS or BAD NEWS brought to us. Sometimes we hear …

• The bad news • The good news • The great news Illus: The day after a man lost his wife in a scuba diving accident, he was greeted by two grim-faced policemen at his door. "We're sorry to call on you at this hour, Mr. Wilkens, but we have some information about your wife." • ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45

Denomination: Baptist