Sermons on Personal Presence:

The Past, The Future, And The Present Are In God's Hands

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Dec 1, 2007

A sermon for the first Sunday in Advent, Series A

1st Sunday in Advent December 2, 2007 “Series A” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, we give you thanks that you have chosen to reveal yourself to us in many ways, especially in the person of your Son, Jesus ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

The Song Of Waiting Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 15, 2000

God is always there for us but there are times when we need to wait on Him

Song of Waiting Psalm 13 August 3, 1997 Evening Service Songs of Promise #2 Introduction I. Iowa State Football: College Bookstore - signs “Whip Washington” , “Kill Kansas” , Nebraska was #1, Sign read “Maintain Dignity against Nebraska”, Iowa lost 72 - 29 II. Attitude Counts a Great Deal in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:1-6

Denomination: Church Of God

Experiencing The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 18, 2021

Life demands an energy from you that is not IN you. We call this “burn out.” In order to truly navigate all that life throws at you, you need a power not from within you but from the outside. This is why you need the outside power of the Holy Spirit.

I invite you to turn to Acts 2 as we return back to our study in Acts after some time away. This morning, I want to speak to you about “Experiencing on the Holy Spirit.” To begin 2018, we are going to focus on the Holy Spirit. Yet, many of us think of God the Father and we speak of Jesus Christ ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Praise Is Recognition Of What Really Is, Acknowledgment Not Added Knowledge

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Sep 22, 2001

Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost September 30, 2001 Year C Psalm 146:1-10 Title: “Praise is recognition of what really is, acknowledgment not added knowledge.”

Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost September 30, 2001 Year C Psalm 146:1-10 Title: “Praise is recognition of what really is, acknowledgment not added knowledge.” This is the first of five hymns of praise which conclude the Psalter, called “Hallel Psalms, “Hallel” is Hebrew for “praise.” ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 146:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

The Evidence Of Faith

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Feb 28, 2012

This passage pictures one of the great lessons of the gospel and that is the evidence of faith. Jesus has just challenged us to open our eyes and look because the fields are white for harvest. Of course, He was talking about witnessing, about sharing th

Tonight’s passage is a fairly short passage and is really a very simply passage, but it pictures one of the great lessons of the gospel and that is the evidence of faith. We are still in chapter 4 of John verses 43-45. Jesus has just challenged us to open our eyes and look because the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:43-45

Denomination: Baptist

The Gift Of The Spirit

Contributed by William Baeta on Jun 9, 2011

“When the day of Pentecost had fully come...they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance” Acts 2:1-4.

Theme: The gift of the Spirit Text: Acts 2:1-21; 1 Corinthians 12:3b-13; John 20:19-23 Today is Pentecost Sunday, the day that Jesus Christ began His ministry through the Church with the coming of the Holy Spirit. Pentecost simply means “fiftieth” and the presence of the Holy Spirit ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Cup Of Cold Water PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023

Emphasize the importance of hospitality, welcoming Jesus into our lives, and the rewards that come from offering kindness and compassion to others.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into a passage from the book of Matthew that teaches us about the power of hospitality, the blessing of welcoming Jesus, and the reward of offering a cup of cold water. As Henri Nouwen once said, "Hospitality means primarily the creation of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:40-42

Topics: Hospitality

When Dagon Fell

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Sep 27, 2021

Sin on the part of believers give opportunities for man - made gods to challenge the authority of believers. However, any attempt of demonic powers to challenge God will always end in failure.

TEXT: " 1 Samuel 5:1-4 [1] "After the Philistines captured the Ark of God, they took it from the battleground at Ebenezer to the town of Ashdod. [2]They carried the Ark of God into the temple of Dagon and placed it beside an idol of Dagon. [3]But when the citizens of Ashdod went to see it ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 5:1-4, 1 Corinthians 16:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Trinity Sunday - Embracing The Mystery: Understanding The Trinity Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 24, 2024

The doctrine of the Trinity is one of the most profound and foundational truths of our Christian faith. It may be challenging to fully grasp, but it is essential for us to understand and appreciate the nature of God and His work in our lives.

Embracing the Mystery: Understanding the Trinity Introduction: Today, we gather to celebrate Trinity Sunday, a day dedicated to contemplating the mystery and majesty of our Triune God—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The doctrine of the Trinity is one of the most profound and foundational truths of ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4, Genesis 2:24, Matthew 28:19, John 14:16-17, John 1:14, 2 Corinthians 13:14, Ephesians 2:18, Romans 8:26-27, John 14:26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Praising God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 16, 2024

This sermon explores the importance of praise in our relationship with God, emphasizing it as a passionate, perpetual, and powerful practice in our spiritual journey.

Good morning! It's indeed a joy to gather here today, in the house of the Lord, to share in the wisdom of His word. Every moment we spend in His presence is a treasure, a gift of grace that we should never take for granted. Today, we are going to focus on a theme that resonates deeply within the ...read more

Topics: Praise

Jesus Is Exalted Among The Nations Of The Earth

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 26, 2014

To show that JESUS is the One we exalt every time there's a need, a problem, focusing on the problem rather than on JESUS does not exalt JESUS but it exalts the problem.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you exalt GOD or your self? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that JESUS is the One we exalt every time there's a need, a problem, focusing on the problem rather than on JESUS does not exalt JESUS but it exalts the problem. IV. TEXT: Psalms 46:10 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Our Town

Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 27, 2020

We must guard the gates of our lives as to what comes in and what goes out (GIGO).

1. There are three huge gates that lead into the Cathedral of Milan. Over one gate there is an inscription in marble (under a beautiful flower bouquet) that says, "The things that please are temporary." Over the second gate, there is a cross with this inscription: "The things that ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:18-20, Psalm 118:19-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faith Expectancy Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 10, 2023

God answers faith-filled prayers. “Ask and you will receive” (Matt. 7:7). “Whatever you ask in My name, that I will do” (John 14:13).

A. INTRODUCTION: FAITH MEANS EXPECT AN ANSWER 1. The word faith is used five ways in Scriptures: a. Doctrinal faith, “Denied the faith” (1 Tim. 5:8). b. Saving faith, a verb “by grace are you saved by faith” (Eph. 2:8). c. Justifying faith, “We have been made right in God’s sight by faith” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7, John 14:13

Denomination: Baptist

Bringing Back God's Glory

Contributed by James O. Davis on Dec 5, 2001

How to reveal God’s Glory to people today.

James O. Davis is the founder and president of Second Billion (TM). You are invited to learn more about Second Billion by visiting www.billion.tv. TEXT: 1 Samuel 4:1-11; 2 Samuel 6 TOPIC: Bring Back God’s Glory Theme: How to reveal God’s Glory to people today. BRINGING BACK GOD’S ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 4:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Disciple: God Talk Series

Contributed by Travis Jarrett on Sep 14, 2007

This is the second message in the series "Disciple." This message looks at prayer in the life of the disciple, focusing on communicating with God through the Lord’s Prayer.

“Disciple: Following the Path of Jesus” Part 2 – God Talk NewSong Church – 09/09/07 To watch/listen to this message online go to www.newsongs.org or contact info@newsongs.org. **NOTE: THIS IS A CONCEPT OUTLINE FOR THIS MESSAGE, NOT THE FULL MANUSCRIPT. GRAPHICS AND MULTIMEDIA ARE AVAILABLE TO ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13

Denomination: *other