Sermons on Present:

A Doorway

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Oct 9, 2012

Our past; our present; our future. Our past doesn’t have to count. The only thing that really counts is where we are today, because where we are today determines where we will be tomorrow.

There were two men out in the country hunting one day when all of a sudden they came upon a very large grizzly bear. They could instantly tell that the bear was looking for lunch. And so, they began to run with all their might. While they were running away from the bear, one of them yelled out ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:2-3

Denomination: *other

Jesus Makes The Seemingly Normal Abnormal

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Jan 31, 2020

Joseph and Mary go to fulfill the law in the presentation of Jesus, and they receive so much more from Simeon and Anna.

2.2.20 Luke 2:22-40 22 When the time of their purification according to the Law of Moses had been completed, Joseph and Mary took him to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord 23 (as it is written in the Law of the Lord, “Every firstborn male is to be consecrated to the Lord”), 24 and to offer ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Lutheran

This Is Christmas: God With Us Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Dec 19, 2017

What does that mean, that God is with us? God is faithful, God is powerful, God is love, God is present.

December 17 God with us Matthew 1:18-25 What does that mean, that God is with us? 1. God is faithful Isaiah 41:10 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 Isaiah 26:3 2. God is powerful 3. God is love “Let Him into the mire and muck of our world. For only if we let Him in can He pull us ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Key Verse To The Entire Book Is Verse 19- There Are 3 Divisions Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Jan 3, 2018

Revelation 1:19 Write the things which thou hast seen, past--- and the things which are, present--- and the things which shall be hereafter; future

#3 - 1:1-7 New Revised Revelation Study Let us begin today by pointing out that the key verse to the entire book is verse 19. In this verse there are 3 divisions of this book. ~ past--present-- future Revelation 1:19 Write the things which thou hast seen, past--- and the things ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Be In The Now

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jan 8, 2018

It's easy to get sidetracked and let your mind wander. We get focused on things from the past or what's in the future. This can be especially true as we head into the new year. If we're not careful we'll risk losing out on making the most of the moment.

BE IN THE NOW INTRODUCTION: Be Here Now is a book published in 1971 by Ram Dass on Hindu spirituality and yoga. I've never read the book and don't subscribe to Hinduism but the principle of the phrase itself is a valid one. Be here now communicates the importance of keeping your focus on what ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-16, 1 Peter 4:1-3, Luke 12:22-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Does God Allow Evil? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jan 15, 2018

Israel was growing in Egypt but God allowed an evil king to rule!

Most of you know that our messages here at All Nations Bible Church are usually not topical but by exegetical and expositional of a Bible passage; learning biblical principles in context. Occasionally we will do a topical message during special occasions like the last 2 weeks. I hope you are ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 1:1-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

First Gospel Preaching Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 4, 2020

New Testament is not an independent book. The gospel is nothing but the good news about birth, miracles, teachings, preaching of Jesus Christ, Jesus of Nazareth, it includes death and resurrection of Christ. It is the FULL GOSPEL.

Acts 2:14-36 First Gospel Preaching of the Church 2: 14-15, 22-24, 29-33 Presentation of Gospel by Peter 2: 16-21 Prophecy of Joel concerning Holy Spirit 2: 25-28, 34-35 Prophecy of David concerning ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-36

Denomination: Methodist

Future Glory

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on May 24, 2008

God’s word gives encouragement by assuring us that God is still in control.

Future Glory Text: Haggai 2:1-9 Introduction 1. Illustration: There is a legend that the devil was having a yard sale. People were buying articles such as lying, cheating. etc. An article was on the end of the table that had a sign not for sale. What is this item that is not for sale, people ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:1-9

Denomination: Methodist

Light In The Darkness Part 2 Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Aug 25, 2022

For the past, present and the future, we need the light of Christ.

Introduction Last Sunday we began a new four-part series “Light in the Darkness”. And I introduced the series by saying that we live in a spiritual dark and evil world. But the Good News for those of us who are Christian is that with God we don’t have to walk in that darkness. And I shared with you ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:105, 2 Samuel 22:29

Denomination: Baptist

Least Shall Be Great Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jul 7, 2023

God cares for the least and uses his power to bless the least, make the least into great to the astonishment of many. Whoever humbles will be exalted.

Isaiah 60:22 “Little one became a great” Text: “A little one shall become a thousand, and a small one a strong nation: I the LORD will hasten it in his time” Greetings: Greetings to you on this pleasant hour. The Lord is good and his love endures forever. Introduction to the theme: Prophet ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:22

Denomination: Methodist

The Antichrist Identified

Contributed by Richard Bowman on Sep 19, 2023

The word "antichrist" means "against Christ. John writes that Antichrist is in the world in the first century. There are many antichrist. To focus on the final antichrist while ignoring the antichrists among us misses the point.

THE ANTICHRIST IDENTIFIED Warsaw Christian Church, Richard Bowman, Pastor Text: 1 John 2:18-22: Little children, it is the last hour; and as you have heard that the Antichrist is coming, even now many antichrists have come, by which we know that it is the last hour. 19 They went out from us, but ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-22

Another Triumphant Entry.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 31, 2024

A wonderful doxology for triumphant congregational singing.

ANOTHER TRIUMPHANT ENTRY. Psalm 24:7-10. The Scottish Metrical version of Psalm 24:7-10 is strong here, and lends itself to an almost antiphonal liturgy, suitable for combined male and female voices. “Ye gates, lift up your heads on high; ye doors that last for aye, Be lifted up, that so the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:7-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Simeon, Anna, And Jesus.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 28, 2022

Two witnesses to the fulfillment of Malachi 3:1.

SIMEON, ANNA AND JESUS. Luke 2:22-40. I. THE SONG OF SIMEON. Luke 2:22-35. Nearly six weeks after the birth of Jesus, Mary and Joseph went up to the Temple in Jerusalem, with baby Jesus, to fulfil the rite of purification. Jesus' parents were obedient to this tenet of the law, which ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon # 16 - Overcoming Fears Of The Present Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Apr 30, 2025

There are so many who are gripped with all sorts of fears, and only the Lord Jesus can help us overcome these fears. Anyone who puts their faith in Jesus will conquer every fear and live a victorious life.

We read in Luke 21:26, “men fainting at heart from fear, and expectation of the things coming on the world, for the powers of the heavens shall be shaken.” (YLT) The disciples of Jesus enquired of Him as to what would be the signs that the end of days was close at hand. Jesus went on to explain in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:26, 1 Samuel 17:3-4, 1 Samuel 17:10, 1 Samuel 17:32-33, 1 Samuel 17:37, 2 Kings 5:7-8, 2 Kings 5:10, 2 Kings 5:14-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Jesus Our Present Help In Trouble PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

God is not a passive observer but an active participant in our lives, serving as our refuge, strength, and ever-present help in times of trouble.

Good morning, family. Today, we are going to delve into the profound truth of Psalm 46:1, which tells us about the nature of our God as our refuge, strength, and help in times of trouble. The Scripture reads, "God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble." In the spirit of this ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1

Topics: Jesus, Help