Sermons on My Rod In Presence Of God:

First Things First (Haggai) Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 3, 2025

When fantasy crashes into reality, put your priorities in order, put the past behind, put your sins away, and put your sites on the Lord.

In a Christina Parenting Magazine, Jill Brett, describes the difference between fantasy and reality when it comes to parenting preschoolers. The Fantasy: As your little ones sit quietly at the kitchen table and hum along with Beethoven, they absorb their age-appropriate encyclopedias. Meanwhile, ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:1-15, Haggai 2:1-23, Psalm 127:1-2, Matthew 6:33, Philippians 4:19, Ephesians 1:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Wings Of God

Contributed by Mark Mccool on Apr 21, 2003

Who do you turn to when life is at its worst? Is there a refuge when the lightning of bitterness flashes, the thunder of hatred rolls, and the shadows of loneliness fall across your path? Be encouraged, there is...

"THE WINGS OF GOD" Mark McCool TEXT: DEUTERONOMY 32:9-12 9 For the LORD’s portion is his people; Jacob is the lot of his inheritance. 10 He found him in a desert land, and in the waste howling wilderness; he led him about, he instructed him, he kept him as the apple of his eye. 11 As an eagle ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 32:9-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

God The Comforter PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

God's unchanging love provides us with comfort in all our afflictions, and empowers us to extend that comfort to others in their times of need.

Good morning, family! Today we're gonna dive deep into the comforting embrace of the Lord, especially during those difficult times we all face. There's a great quote from Timothy Keller that says, "The only love that won't disappoint you is one that can't change, that can't be lost, that is not ...read more

Topics: Lord

Six Basic Truths About The Son Of God Series

Contributed by Monte Brown on Jan 16, 2015

There are “Six Basic Truths about the Son of God” and we will cover them this evening. I will be taking my “Six Basic Truths about the Son of God” from John 1:1-18.

Six Basic Truths about the Son of God Behold the Lamb Series 9 Outline notes from John McArthur Study Bible John 1:1-18 Monte T. Brown December 28, 2014 Sunday Evening Stapp Zoe Baptist Introduction There are “Six Basic Truths about the Son of God” and we will ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18, Mark 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Peace--I Need It

Contributed by Neal Gray on Dec 12, 2001

The whole world, it seems, is in turmoil. Well, let it be so; but, I need peace. Jesus is the only One who has ever brought peace to my life, and so He is the One whom I shall follow, adore, and worship.

"Peace--I Need It, I Want It, God Desires Me to Have It" Author: Dr. Neal Gray Passage: Luke 1:67-80, KJV Purpose: The whole world, it seems, is in turmoil. Well, let it be so; but, I need peace. Jesus is the only One who has ever brought peace to my life, and so He is the One whom I shall follow, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:67-80

Denomination: Holiness

Promises Of God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 4, 2023

Remind us of God's unwavering faithfulness and love, and that all His promises to us are guaranteed and affirmed in Him.

Good morning, family! We have gathered here today to delve into God's word and explore the profound lessons that He has for us. We will be focusing on 2 Corinthians 1:20 which says, "For all the promises of God in Him are Yes, and in Him Amen, to the glory of God through us." This scripture reminds ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:20

Topics: Key Promises, New Year

Revival 4 Plus 3 Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 3, 2023

Four things we must do to keep/regain God’s presence. Three things God will do for you.

A. REVIVAL WHEN THE FIRE FELL 1. Solomon new king. “I have become king in my father (David) place” (2 Chronicles 6:10, NLT). 2. Right place. “Then Solomon stood before the altar of the Lord in front of the entire community of Israel, and he lifted his hands in prayer” (2 Chronicles 16:12). ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:1, 2 Chronicles 7:3, 2 Chronicles 7:14, 1 John 1:9

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Qualification Course For The Child Of God Is Our Valley Experiences Series

Contributed by Preacher Fo Real on May 12, 2011

Although in our walk in Life, we sometimes view our failures and shortcomings as a badge displaying our unrighteousness before God; it is not. Rather, we must come to understand that all things works only for the good of the child, man, or woman who loves

Although in our walk in Life, we sometimes view our failures and shortcomings as a badge displaying our unrighteousness before God; it is not. Rather, we must come to understand that all things works only for the good of the child, man, or woman who loves God. How does our hurting one another ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: *other

Almost Slipped: Finding Your Footing In A World That Isn't Fair

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 4, 2025

This psalm is a brutally honest account of a faith crisis, showing that when we're tempted to envy the wicked, the cure is found not in understanding their prosperity, but in seeing their ultimate destiny from the eternal perspective we gain in God's presence.

Introduction: The Unfairness of It All Good morning. It’s a feeling we all know, a question that burns in our hearts from a young age: "That's not fair!" We see it everywhere in our world. Someone who cuts corners gets the promotion. A dishonest person gets richer. We try to live with ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Take Up Your Beam

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Nov 16, 2010

The importance of every member of the body of Christ experiencing the presence of God and coming to a better understanding of God’s calling on their lives.

Take up your beam Purpose of teaching- not just for information exchange but for life transformation- that is not a preference. When Saul was knocked down by the HS on the Road to Damascus, he knew- not a casual transformation. We live in an age that has trivialized faith. We have made it little ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:1-7

Denomination: Charismatic

Ambitious To Please God Series

Contributed by Rod Macarthur on Mar 22, 2002

This lesson draws our attention to the focus and passion with which we strive to please God. 2nd in "Pleasing God" series.

Ambitiously Pleasing Him Text: 2 Cor. 5:9 “…have as our ambition…” Theme: To emulate Jesus and Paul in pleasing God. Introduction: What do you think of an “ambitious man”? 1) one with an agenda to promote himself? 2) one who is eager to get on with it? 3) one who undertakes monumental ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God’s Anointing Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

The sermon explores how God calls unlikely individuals, focusing on their hearts rather than their appearances, and empowers them through His Spirit, using the story of David's anointing as an example.

Hey church, today I’m so excited to dive into the Word of God with you as we continue in our series Called & Anointed. We’re going to take a look into the life of David and His anointing as King of Israel. Through this amazing story we see the beauty of how our heavenly Father looks beyond our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13, 1 Corinthians 1:27-29

Topics: God's Anointing, Spiritual Gifting, Heart Over Appearance

Sermon Series: Called & Anointed

Where Is Your Hope?

Contributed by Jerry Flury on May 28, 2002

Funeral sermon delivered to my family and their friends upon the death of my sister.

We come here today not to celebrate death but to celebrate life. Judy?s life here on earth is over but her life in heaven with her beloved Savior Jesus Christ has just began. We sorrow because we shall miss her - but we rejoice in the memories we have of her and we praise God that her life of no ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 39:4-7, Psalm 119:19

Denomination: Baptist

Hook, Line And Sinker: Accept Restoration

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 29, 2023

God understand sometimes we mess up and fail. God loves us so much that he provides a plan of restoration. Get up my friend and try again.

HOOK, LINE AND SINKER, RESTORATION: TOTALLY ACCEPT GOD’S PLAN.. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) HAS LIFE BECOME SO HEAVY AND HARD YOU LOST SIGHT OF YOUR GOAL… CAN I RECOVER FROM THIS SHAME? In the 1929 Rose Bowl Game University of California, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:8, Job 42:10, Psalm 23:3, Joel 2:25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Preach The Word -- Which One? 2 Of 2

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 7, 2022

Again, let me say, without apology, that I believe this King James Bible that I hold in my hands is the inspired, inerrant Word of God for English-speaking people.

I do not believe translators are “inspired.” I do believe the “holy men” that God used, who wrote the original text, were inspired to write those precious truths God breathed through them. • It is hard for me to conceive that God would command a man to PREACH THE WORD, when there was no Word He ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:15-21

Denomination: Baptist