Sermons on Presence In The Valley:

Meekness: The Bit And Bridle Syndrome

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Oct 18, 2000

The reward of meekness, of being controlled by the Holy Spirit, is the assurance that when Christ returns and ushers in the new creation, we will be there to rejoice with the saints and enjoy God’s presence forever.

I saw a segment on TV the other day about a feature in Cleo magazine which lists Australia’s 50 most eligible bachelors. As you can imagine, they were the epitome of what you might describe as desirable young men. They were the sort who get elected as the school captain, or who get leading parts in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-27

Denomination: Anglican

When There Just Isn't Enough? Cold Stone Pots?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 19, 2008

Sometimes our rituals and ceremonies can become cold stone pots.It is never enough. Then Jesus takes man’s efforts and rewards people with His presence!

NOT ENOUGH, THERE JUST ISN’T ENOUGH --- COLD STONE WATER POTS? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. INTRODUCTION: A. We walk in some perilous times. Trust God! Nothing will catch Him by surprise. B. There are many laws of nature. What goes up, must come down. If you sow today, don’t ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Who's Killing The Church?

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Dec 22, 2008

Reformation Sunday. As in Luther’s Day, those who will kill the church are those who have no hope for its future, no respect for its past, and no presence in its present.

Near the Tower of London there stands an ancient parish church called "All Hallows". Just inside the wall enclosing the graveyard at All Hallows there is a large sign, placed so that tourists leaving the Tower may read it. The sign at "All Hallows" cites a bit of history and then raises a pointed ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Seven Fold Blessing On The Family : A Wedding Sermon

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Aug 31, 2006

THIS SERMON IS ABOUT THE SEVEN FOLD BLESSING ON THE FAMILY NAMELY 1. PRESENCE 2. PEACE 3. PROSPERITY 4. PROTECTION 5. PATRONAGE 6. POSTERITY 7. PURPOSE

THE SEVEN FOLD BLESSING ON THE FAMILY : A WEDDING SERMON *************************************** OUTLINE 1. PRESENCE 2. PEACE 3. PROSPERITY 4. PROTECTION 5. PATRONAGE 6. POSTERITY 7. PURPOSE THE MESSAGE THE SEVEN FOLD BLESSING ON THE ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 128:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Jesus' Joy Gave Him Strength

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 16, 2006

Without the joy of the Lord any ministry can become a burden. Believers soon learn that in the presence of the Lord is fullness of joy and in His right hand are pleasures forever more.

How Jesus’ Joy Gave Him Strength by Paul Fritz John 15:10-15:11 Without the joy of the Lord any ministry can become a burden. Believers soon learn that in the presence of the Lord is fullness of joy and in His right hand are pleasures forever more. (Psa. 16:11) Joy works as a magnet to bring ...read more

Scripture: John 15:10-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christ Our Shepherd-King Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Nov 21, 2005

Sermon for Christ the King Sunday, the last Sunday of the liturgical church year, which emphasises Christ gathering all nations into his presence before his judgement throne.

Sermon for Christ the King Sunday Yr A, 20/11/2005 Ezek 34:11-16, 20-24 By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson Pastor of Grace Lutheran Church, & Chaplain of The Good Samaritan Society’s South Ridge Village, Medicine Hat, Alberta “Christ Our Shepherd-King” What happens when leaders—both secular and ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 34:11-24, Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Lutheran

#2the Greatest Man I Never Knew? Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 2, 2005

Reba McEntire has a song about her Dad, The Greatest Man I never knew? We ponder not recogninzing God’s Presence among us.

#2 THE GREATEST MAN I NEVER KNEW? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is #2 of a 2 part series, The Greatest man I never knew. REVIEW FROM THE PREVIOUS LESSON. It can be possible to be religious in form and not really know Jesus in a real personal way. We must KNOW HIM AND THE ...read more

Scripture: Job 19:25-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Room With A View: Perspectives On Prayer -- Distracted By Success

Contributed by Jonathan Falwell on Feb 25, 2008

Today, we begin a brand new series entitled “Room with a View: Perspectives on Prayer” in which we will focus on how to experience God’s presence in everyday life.

“A Room with a View: Perspectives on Prayer” Distracted by Success Today, we begin a brand new series entitled “Room with a View: Perspectives on Prayer.” Throughout the past nine months, we have looked at various ideas and concepts that build upon one simple truth…Not I, But Christ! Today, we ...read more

Scripture: James 4:8

Denomination: Baptist

Live Coal

Contributed by Herman E. Wesley Iii on Nov 29, 2008

Isaiah was humbled when he found himself in the presence of God. The seraphim touched his lips with LIVE COAL, and the experience exposed him, purified him and prepared him.

Evangelist Herman E. Wesley III LIVE COAL Isaiah 6:1-8 (emphasis 6) Prepared for Delivery at the Southwestern Christian College Annual Lectureship, Terrell, Texas Wednesday Evening at 7:15, November 26, 2008 Graham-Kennedy-Farmer Auditorium PRELIMINARIES President Evans, Vice Presidents Maxwell, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Grapes Of Wrath 2 Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Mar 20, 2011

He will punish those who do not know God and do not obey the gospel of our Lord Jesus. They will be punished with everlasting destruction and shut out from the presence of the Lord...

Dakota Community Church March 20, 2011 Grapes of Wrath II Ephesians 2:1-10 1 As for you, you were dead in your transgressions and sins, 2 in which you used to live when you followed the ways of this world and of the ruler of the kingdom of the air, the spirit who is now at work in those who are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-4

Denomination: Mennonite

Jesus’ Locums

Contributed by Egerton Gbonda on May 30, 2011

In the absence of Jesus' physical presence on earth, Christians are Jesus' locums here on earth- carrying out the tasks Jesus had been doing whiles he was physically here.

JESUS’ LOCUMS Introduction I am sure most of us are familiar with situations where the permanent staff will be away for a day or so and an agency staff is booked to cover the shift. For example, in the teaching profession in UK we have supply teachers and the National Health Service has ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-21

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Trust Is Not A Destination

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jun 24, 2014

God steps into your life to bless you. His promises are meant to be kept. Faith is a willingness to trust God. Time is on God's side. Enjoy His presence in the journey.

I came across this phrase, “When God hijacks my life” recently in my reading and finds it interesting. • It was used in the good sense. When God surprises you with something that you do not expect and is unprepared for, and takes you on a new path or a new ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Fire On The Mountain Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 8, 2015

We are confronted with choices daily. The BIG choice is what to do with God when we see his presence. This becomes a choice about Relationship; Repentance; Rulership; and Renewal.

1. Ski Lift Choice A woman getting onto a ski lift was given instructions that the moment the lift's chair touched her backside she was to sit down and lift her feet from off the ground. Instead when the chair came against her she sat down but was nervous about the height of the lift. Her ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:20-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Never-Ending Love Series

Contributed by Tim Hinrichs on Aug 3, 2012

Despite our failure and compromise, God loves us and has done everything possible for us to be in his presence. But we must respond and receive that never-ending love.

They were good times! Israel had just rebuilt their temple from scratch after it had lay in ruins for 70 years. Their country had been over-run by the Babylonians who destroyed their cities and took most of the population captive in Babylon. But finally a new empire arose, the Persians, who freed ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

Mount Sinai

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Aug 22, 2015

Worship---of God, going up to Jerusalem, climbing the mountain to seek the presence of God is now your repentant heart and your mind---to save your soul.

MOUNT SINAI by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (August 20, 2015) "Our fathers worshipped in this mountain; and ye say, that in Jerusalem is the place where men ought to worship. Jesus saith unto her, Woman, believe me, the hour cometh, when ye shall neither in this mountain, nor yet ...read more

Scripture: John 4:20-26

Denomination: Friends