Sermons on Presence In The Valley:

Finding God's Presence Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 15, 2023

Finding God is not a one-time blessing, it is a life-long passion.

A. INTRODUCTION “We have an altar from which those who serve the tabernacle (i.e., the worship center in the Old Testament) have no right to eat … therefore, let us go forth to Him (Jesus) outside the camp … let us continually offer the sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of our lips, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:10, Hebrews 13:13, Hebrews 13:15, John 6:35

Denomination: Baptist

Exodus 19:1-15 The Holy Presence Of God

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 18, 2024

God is in the midst of His people. His holy presence comes with requirements of honor and reverence.

We are continuing through Exodus, our journey through Exodus. As you'll recall, this is the account of the Israelites being delivered from captivity in Egypt, but it's not really a story about the Egyptians, the Israelites, or Moses; it is a story about God. Today, we're going to be in ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 19:1-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Limitations Of The Natural Person And Essential Presence Of The Spirit Of Christ. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 5, 2024

The Bible teaches that there are two types of people: the natural person and the spiritual person.

The Bible teaches that there are two types of people: the natural person and the spiritual person. In 1 Corinthians 2:14, the apostle Paul writes, "The natural person does not accept the things of God, for they are foolishness to him, and he cannot understand them, because they are spiritually ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:14, John 6:63, Acts 1:8

Transformed By Truth: Sheltered By God's Presence Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 20, 2024

Psalm 31:20 speaks of the divine protection and shelter we have in God's presence. Let's explore three profound points that this scripture reveals to us about God's care for His people.

Transformed by Truth: Sheltered by God's Presence Psalm 31:20 (NLT) - "You hide them in the shelter of your presence, safe from those who conspire against them. You shelter them in your presence, far from accusing tongues." Introduction: Today, we delve into the comforting and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 31:20, Psalm 91:1, Isaiah 54:17, Philippians 4:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Walk In The Presence Of God: The Heart Prayer Of Simplicity Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jan 29, 2024

Now that we have the prize of communion with God we should run with it, and grow in it, for all the many years ahead of us. As the scriptures say, come into maturity, find a stability in our walks with God, where we go deeper, and we really learn to go to the depths of Jesus Christ.

"God our Father has made all things depend on faith so that whoever has faith will have everything, and whoever does not have faith will have nothing." -Martin Luther. There is a key that’s very important in this journey, it’s the key of believing something is true. This concept has ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 5:24, Genesis 6:9

Denomination: Salvation Army

Sermon # 9 - There Is Rest In God's Presence Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Mar 14, 2024

We live in a world that is demanding and restless. Where can one find peace and rest in such a tumultuous world? Only in God’s presence can we find quietness and rest for our souls.

We read in Numbers 23:21, “He has not observed iniquity in Jacob, nor has He seen wickedness in Israel. The LORD his God is with him, And the shout of a King is among them.” (NKJV) In the last sermon we studied in detail as to why the Lord does not observe the iniquity or consider the wickedness ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 23:21, Exodus 33:14-16, John 2:3, John 2:5, Matthew 11:28, 1 Corinthians 10:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

God’s Power, Provision, Protection, Presence, And Peace

Contributed by Jenny Franklin on May 7, 2022

I have a prayer/blessing that I pray for friends and write on cards. “May you experience God’s Power, His Provision, His Protection, His Presence, and His Peace.” As I read through Nehemiah 9, I recognized that the Israelites had experienced and now remembered these aspects of God.

********** I have a prayer/blessing that I pray for friends and write on cards. “May you experience God’s Power, His Provision, His Protection, His Presence, and His Peace.” I like the illiteration (words starting with the same letter). Through the years, God has added P-words to my ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 9:1-21, 2 Peter 3:5-7, Exodus 13:20-21, Exodus 19:11, Exodus 19:16-20, Exodus 32:16, Exodus 24:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon # 22 - Longing For God's Presence Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Oct 31, 2024

As Jonah languished in the belly of the fish, he cried out to God and sought His presence. As believers of the new covenant we have the promise of the presence of the Holy Spirit of God every moment of our lives. May we learn to value God’s presence and live in obedience to His word.

We read in Jonah 2:4,"Then I thought, 'I have been banished from your sight. Will I ever see your holy temple again?' (GW) After Jonah was swallowed by the big fish that God prepared, Jonah spent three turbulent days and nights in the belly of that fish. At the end of those three ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:4, Judges 16:28, Judges 16:20, 1 Samuel 10:1, 1 Samuel 10:10, 1 Samuel 16:14, Exodus 33:15-17, Psalm 51:11, Luke 23:34, Matthew 27:46, Hebrews 4:15-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

How To Experience The Fullness Of God's Presence Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 10, 2025

Experiencing the fullness of God’s presence is not a mystery reserved for a select few. It is a divine privilege available to every believer who chooses to seek, surrender, and stay in fellowship with God.

HOW TO EXPERIENCE THE FULLNESS OF GOD'S PRESENCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 16:11 Supporting Texts: Exodus 33:14-18, John 14:21-23, James 4:8, Hebrews 10:22, Isaiah 55:6 INTRODUCTION: The presence of God is not just a theological concept; it is the most sacred and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:11, Exodus 33:14-18, John 14:21-23, James 4:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Presence And Awareness Are The Twin Keys To Blessing, Righteousness And Pe

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Dec 18, 2001

Year A. 4th Sunday of Advent Psalm 24 December 23, 2001 Title: “Presence and awareness are the twin keys to blessing, righteousness and peace.”

Year A. 4th Sunday of Advent Psalm 24 December 23, 2001 Title: “Presence and awareness are the twin keys to blessing, righteousness and peace.” The Ark of the Covenant, said to have been built by Bezalel for Moses in the desert of Sinai according to Exodus 37: 1-9, symbolized God’s presence in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

The Presence Of God Or I'd Rather Have Jesus

Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Feb 2, 2003

Why do we Pray? Why do we read our Bibles daily? Why do we Give? Why are we at the Church when the doors are open? Do we think that by doing these things that we are earning "points" with God? Are we trying to obligate God to bless us? Duty or Desire?

The Presence Of God Illustration In 1943, a lady by the name of Rhea B. Miller wrote one of the greatest hymns ever written: I’D RATHER HAVE JESUS! This wonderful hymn so influenced one young man that it determined the direction of his entire life. This young man had grown up with devoted ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 84:1-12, Psalm 42:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Finding God's Presence Through The Storms/Trials Of Life Series

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Oct 31, 2003

Third in the series. The trials and storms of life are meant to bring us into a greater awareness of Gods Presence.

The Presence Driven Church Finding Gods Presence through the Storms/Trials of Life Peter one of the disciples experienced many trials and temptations as a follower of Jesus as a result of this personal experience he was used to pen first and second Peter. In 1 Peter he gives three reasons for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:21-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Shepherd Brings Us Home

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 27, 2025

Jesus is the Good Shepherd who provides, protects, pursues, and ultimately brings His people safely home to dwell with Him forever.

Psalm 23:1 — “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.” There are passages in Scripture that seem to sing even when you read them silently. Psalm 23 has wrapped itself around wounded hearts and weary souls for three thousand years. It has been whispered in hospital rooms, recited at ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1, Psalm 23:4, John 10:11, John 14:2, Hebrews 13:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

He Is With Me Series

Contributed by J.d. Tutell on Jan 24, 2011

Even in the Valley of the Shadow of Death our Shepherd is with us.

Three buddies die in a car and go to heaven for an orientation. They are all asked, "When you are in your casket and friends and family are mourning over you, what would you like to hear them say about you?" The first guy says, "I would like to hear them say that I was a great doctor of my time, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Response Of A Sheep To The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 8, 2015

Reassurances in the valley, celebrations on the plateau, and hope for the future.

A SHEEP’S RESPONSE TO THE GOOD SHEPHERD. Psalm 23:4-6. ‘All we like sheep have gone astray’ (Isaiah 53:6). Yet when we know Jesus as our Good Shepherd (John 10:14), we have full bragging rights (Psalm 23:1-3). One of the distinguishing marks of the Good Shepherd is His compassion towards an ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:4-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational