Sermons on Mountaintop Experiences:

The Boundaries Of God's Way

Contributed by Jim Kane on Jul 30, 2002

How do you experience God’s way in life?

This is the time of year when as we travel, we see people wearing bright orange vests, standing on or near the roads that we travel on. In their hands are poles, also stripped in bright orange, some of which are on tripods surrounded by cones of orange, and special devices they look through. What ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:33-35

Denomination: Church Of God

Why Are You Troubled?

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Aug 5, 2002

The invitation of Christ to anyone is twofold...examine me and experience me.

August 4, 2002 They still call it the Easter miracle in Tanzania. It was Easter Sunday for the Ibuga Christians of Western Tanzania. In one village, a large crowd had gathered to worship. Many came out of curiosity to hear about a God who conquered death. While they were singing and praising ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:38-39

Denomination: United Methodist

Mary's Song

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jan 8, 2002

The extraordinary happened to Mary. Are we ready to experience the extraordinary as well?

First Baptist Church December 23, 2001 Luke 1:39-55 Mary’s Song Have you ever had a simple, ordinary day; and something extraordinary happens? You didn’t expect it, you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-55

Denomination: Baptist

Nightmare On Johnson Ave.

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 28, 2002

Living without Jesus is the scariest experience that you will ever have.

Oct 22, 2000 Luke 8:27-39 “Nightmare on Johnson Ave.” INTRODUCTION A very wealthy man bought a huge ranch in Arizona and he invited some of his closest associates in to see it. After touring some of the 1500 acres of mountains and rivers and grasslands, he took everybody to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:27-39

Denomination: Baptist

A Preacher's Heartbreak

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Dec 5, 2000

Heartbreaks that Pastor’s experience that members don’t understand

2 TIM.4:9-18 "A PREACHER’S HEARTBREAK" * I want to bring a message tonight about a great man of God that was very strong and finally he cried for help! * It was very unusual for Paul to cry out, "Please come to me quickly." * Then he goes on and tells us why he is calling for help. * This got my ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:9-18

Denomination: Baptist

What Do You Do With Good News

Contributed by Patrick Lane on Dec 12, 2000

Sharing is the natural response when we experience good news.

I have found that I will seek any occasion, come up with any reason, find any excuse to tell you some story about the latest thing my children have done. The other night we were bathing the kids at the same time and it was a blast. The whole bathroom was soaked… with laughter… squeals, and just a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Persevering Through Trials Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Feb 21, 2009

How can I experience triumphant perseverance in the midst of trials?

Persevering through Trials James 1:2-4 PROPOSITION: Because Christ conquered sin, you must joyfully persevere during periods of trials. I. You must assess your trials properly. v. 2-3 A. Consider trials a blessing from God (2). 1. God has a purpose for temptations ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Baptist

How To Lose A Blessing In Three Easy Lessons Series

Contributed by A. David Hart on Aug 28, 2007

TO SHOW THE LISTENER HOW JEALOUSY CAN BE A BLESSING LOSING EXPERIENCE.

HOW TO LOSE A BLESSING IN THREE EASY STEPS Acts 13:42-52 My brothers and sisters there are many people around us that have fell to realize that by rejecting God’s word, they really chose to lose their blessing to receive eternal life as promised. In this so called ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:42-52

Denomination: Baptist

Called To Worship

Contributed by Jofrey Bustamante on Oct 7, 2009

Worship is the highest plane of man’s experience with the Almighty God!

Make a joyful shout to the LORD, all you lands! Serve the LORD with gladness; Come before His presence with singing. Know that the LORD, He is God; It is He who has made us, and not we ourselves; We are His people and the sheep of His pasture. Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, And into His ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We Change

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Dec 14, 2009

Encountering God is a life changing experience. We are never the same.

Luke 3:7-18 “We Change” INTRODUCTION While walking through life, one of the interesting things to do is to observe fads. I’m not sure how they begin or end. All I know is that after the fad is over people always ask themselves, “Why did I do it?” and “What did I see in it?” Remember ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:7-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Ain't Life Sweet?

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Aug 25, 2009

God turn those bitter life experiences into sweet ones.

Diligence which is concerned with Moses? attitude to his assignment. What assignment has God given you in your family? What assignment or duty has God given you in this church? What assignment or duty has God given to you, in your community? Who are you called to bring from one ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:22-27

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Mighty To Save

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Sep 5, 2009

It is time for the church to worship the God of the Bible and not the God of our experience.

September 6, 2009 Morning Worship Text: Zephaniah 3:14-17 Subject: God’s Might Title: God is Mighty to Save Last week I shared with you about how God is ready to take us to the next level. He is calling the church to a higher place and is preparing us for something great. The work of God is not ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:14-17, Zephaniah 3:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Fear Of The Lord

Contributed by John Gullick on Sep 5, 2005

A sermon that seeks to clarify what it means to experience the fear of the Lord

Our mission team that went to Vanuatu was invited to walk to the local volcanoes. These active volcanoes are a long walk from the coastal villages we were walking in. One day though we set off at a very early hour and after about five or six hours walking we reached the vbolcanoes. Then the climb ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

In The Garden

Contributed by Lee Henry on Aug 13, 2006

Jesus’ experience in the Garden of Gethsemane is an example to us of the power of prayer.

In the Garden Matt. 26:36-46; Mark 14:32-42; Luke 22:39-46 It has been about three years since Jesus began his ministry in the waters of Jordan. He has taught, healed, inspired, prophesied, challenged and confronted. He has had a last supper with his closest followers and gave them a lesson in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"What True Love Does"

Contributed by William Young on Aug 26, 2001

The true Love of God is a most amazing power~experience it today!

What True Love Does: Matt 22:37 Jesus said unto him, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind. John 5:42 But I know you, that ye have not the love of God in you. OBEYS John 14:15 If ye love me, keep my commandments. I Jn 5:3 ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:3, Matthew 22:37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ