Sermons on Personal Presence:

John Speaks To Ustoday

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Dec 1, 2007

A Sermon for the 2nd Sunday in Advent, Series A

2nd Sunday in Advent, December 8, 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, God of the prophets, you sent your messenger into the Jordan wilderness to prepare human hearts for the coming of your Son. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Sunny Side Sermon Ii: Why Aruge About It When The Answer Is Obvious Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jul 1, 2020

In our fallen world, arguing about what's right and wrong - morally, ethically, politically, theologically, medically - dominates the news and conversations everywhere we go, but there is one issue about which arguing is moot.

WHY ARGUE ABOUT IT WHEN THE ANSWER IS OBVIOUS? In the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, my wife and I discovered a place of retreat called the Peaks of Otter. Anytime we needed to “get away from it all” we headed there because it was a short distance ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:17-29

Hungry For Faith

Contributed by William Nickles on May 4, 2003

An encounter with Christ is essential for true faith to take shape. Our encounter with the world is then empowered by the Christ we meet at the table.

I made the point last week that poor ole doubting Thomas should not be singled out as the only disciple who had doubts about this new “resurrected” reality. Here is the rest of the story – as Paul Harvey would say – to vindicate Thomas. Verse 41 of today’s text clearly makes the point. “While in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:36-48, Acts 3:12-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Triumphal Entry And The Triumphant Lamb

Contributed by Ken Pell on Mar 29, 2010

There are three constants of worship illustrated in the worship scenes of the Bible; including Palm’s Sunday’s Triumphal Entry.

The Triumphal Entry and The Triumphant Lamb Matthew 21:1-11 & Rev. Rev. 4:10-11; 5:6-14 Sermon Objective: There are three constants of worship illustrated in the worship scenes of the Bible; including Palm’s Sunday’s Triumphal Entry. Intro The correlation between the Triumphal Entry and ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

“in Times Of Aimlessness” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Apr 16, 2013

God speaks to us when we find ourselves in a spiritual desert.

Moses was a man with time on his hands. But such was not always the case. Once, he was a prince of Egypt. As such, he occupied his time with experiences and opportunities that only being in such a position can afford. Added to the privileges associated with being part of Egyptian royalty was the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Providing Comfort From God's Comfort

Contributed by Joe Dan Vendelin on Mar 9, 2024

How do we learn to comfort others effectively? It is only from the comfort we receive from God. His supernatural touch described in 2 Cor. 1:3-4 becomes the basis from which we can provide comfort from God's comfort.

“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, 4 who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God.” 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 NIV Let’s talk for a moment about ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, Job 2:13, Romans 8:35, Job 42:7-9, 2 Corinthians 11:23-28, John 16:33, Galatians 5:25, 2 Corinthians 4:17  (view more)  (view less)

Shepherds After God’s Own Heart

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 6, 2025

A message addressing pastors and leaders during a pastoral/leadership conference.

INTRODUCTION: Beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, fellow laborers in the vineyard of the Lord—what a joy it is to gather in this sacred assembly. This leadership banquet is not merely a meeting of minds, but a convergence of hearts called by God to shepherd His people. Today, I want to speak to ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 3:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Shall Not Want PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Explore the themes of God's love, provision, and protection as illustrated in Psalm 23, emphasizing that we are never alone in our trials as long as we are anchored to God.

Good morning, church family. Today we're diving back into one of the most beloved and cherished passages in the entire Bible, Psalm 23. We'll be exploring the rich themes of God's love for us, His provision for us, and His protection of us. A.C. Dixon said, "In Jesus Christ on the Cross there is ...read more

Topics: Cares, Me

Searching For The Lonely Places PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 3, 2023

This sermon's main point is to emphasize the importance of following Jesus' example of intentional prayer and solitude, withdrawing from daily distractions to connect deeply with God.

Good morning, family! Today, we'll be diving into an intimate look at Jesus' example of the power of prayer and fasting, the importance of seeking out those quiet, lonely places, and making intentional time to connect with the Almighty God. Our text for today is Luke 5:15-16, "Yet the news about ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:15-16

Topics: Opportunities, Connect With God

David Restores Absalom Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 2, 2020

Second Samuel 14:1-33 shows us how false reconciliation sometimes occurs.

Scripture Ken Sande writes in his book, The Peacemaker: A Biblical Guide to Resolving Personal Conflict, how loving actions can communicate forgiveness and reconciliation. He writes: Loving actions can do much more than change your feelings; they can also communicate in unmistakable terms the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 14:1-33

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Immortal Invisible Immanuel

Contributed by Mark Haines on Dec 31, 2008

We tend to underestimate God. We fail to appreciate his divinity and his humanity. We need to keep these realities in balance. Jesus is the infinite, immortal, invisible Immanuel.

Text: Matthew 1:18-25 NLT Now this is how Jesus the Messiah was born. His mother, Mary, was engaged to be married to Joseph. But while she was still a virgin, she became pregnant by the Holy Spirit. Joseph, her fiancé, being a just man, decided to break the engagement quietly, so as not to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Power Of Encouragement

Contributed by Ken Pell on Nov 25, 2007

There are eight ways the Bible suggests we can encourage one another.

The Power of Encouragement 1 Thessalonians 5:11 Sermon Objective: There are eight ways the Bible suggests we can encourage one another. Intro: We have all watched infants who were on the verge of taking their first unassisted steps. For several days or weeks they stand alone confidently for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:11

Denomination: Nazarene

The Torn Veil

Contributed by Les Buttolph on Apr 17, 2023

Jesus became the Living Veil replacing the now torn Temple Veil

One of my early understandings in the Navy was that the Admiral’s door meant no entry. PERIOD. You didn’t cross the threshold without approval. His office was even in a special security area that required authorization just to be in that area. Even with such authorization, no matter how important ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-54, Hebrews 10:19-24

Denomination: Methodist

(When God Shows You Favor)

Contributed by Derrick White Sr on May 11, 2017

Joseph's brothers hated him because their father favored him. In fact, Joseph's father loved him so much that he had a coat of many colors custom tailored made just for him. The brothers were so angry and jealous

Genesis 39:1-6 (KJV) 1 And Joseph was brought down to Egypt; and Potiphar, an officer of Pharaoh, captain of the guard, an Egyptian, bought him of the hands of the Ishmeelites, which had brought him down thither. 2 And the LORD was with Joseph, and he was a prosperous man; and he was in the house ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Is My Shepherd

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 21, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Who is your shepherd? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that only the LORD is whom we need to have everything. IV. TEXT: Psalms 23:1-3 1 The Lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need.

I. EXORDIUM: Who is your shepherd? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that only the LORD is whom we need to have everything. IV. TEXT: Psalms 23:1-3 1 The Lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need. 2 He lets me rest in green meadows; he leads me beside ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal