Sermons on Refuge:

The Attack On Hope Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 31, 2012

Our hope gets attacked on a daily basis. Let's see what God's word tells us we can do to defend our hope.

INTRODUCTION • VIDEO CLIP • SLIDE #1 • What makes you feel defeated before you even start or get up in the morning? It is the loss of hope. • Over the next few weeks Jerry and I will be taking you through a series on the subject of hope. • Hope can motivate us to soar ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:17-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Security Of Trusting God

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Sep 21, 2023

Today we are going to look at a few verses from Psalm 91, and we are going to go through it a bit at a time so that we can see a reason to trust in God, and we are going to use one person’s point of view of why he sees the security of trusting God.

Today we are going to look at a few verses from Psalm 91, and we are going to go through it a bit at a time so that we can see a reason to trust in God, and we are going to use one person’s point of view of why he sees the security of trusting God. Many have noted the wonderful character of this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:45-47, Psalm 27:5, Psalm 91:1-4, Psalm 34:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Be Still And Know (Ukraine Situation)

Contributed by Brian Bill on Feb 26, 2022

In light of events in Ukraine, we’re calling an audible today. No matter what happens, we can rest in God’s promise, presence, and power.

In light of international events, we’re calling an audible today. Instead of continuing in our On Mission series, I’m going to take us back to a passage I preached online and for Cozi TV right after Covid first hit our country and our community. We’ll return to Acts 24 next weekend. Preaching ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

In The Darkness Of His Cave, David Sought His Covenant God In Prayer.

Contributed by C. Bouwman on Feb 9, 2001

IN THE DARKNESS OF HIS CAVE, DAVID SOUGHT HIS COVENANT GOD IN PRAYER.

Beloved Congregation of the Lord Jesus Christ! The Lord God grants that today a number of young people may profess the faith. They declare before the Lord and His congregation that they love the Lord, and desire to serve Him every day of their lives. The day has been some time in the coming; it’s ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 142:1-7, 1 Samuel 24:1-22

Recognising God's Provision Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 12, 2015

God foresees our needs. He provides for our needs, ahead of time, even before we see them. God provides by grace, not merit.

I want to share from both Chapter 20 and 21 today. Both chapters record God’s specific instructions given to Moses, and now for Joshua to follow through. • God made specific provisions for two particular needs. • Josh 20 – to designate 6 cities as cities of refuge, for ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 20:1-6, Joshua 21:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Though My Father And Mother Forsake Me

Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 29, 2016

A sermon that introduces attachment theory. So What question: How do we know that God cares? (Material adapted from Dr. Tim Clinton and Dr. Joshua Straub's book, God Attachment, chapters 4 through 6)

HoHum: The Native Americans had a particular way of training young boys to become Indian braves. On the night of a boy’s thirteenth birthday, after learning hunting, scouting, and fishing skills, he was put to one final test. He was placed in a thick forest to spend the entire night alone. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 142:4-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Personalized Prayer For God's Protection Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 23, 2024

This is a Personalized Prayer for God's Protection and you can recite as many times as you want.

I lift my eyes to the hills, for my help comes from You, Lord, Creator of Heaven and Earth. You are my Rock, my Refuge, my Protector. You who keep me will not slumber, nor will You allow my foot to be moved. I enter Your presence with gratitude and reverence, honoring Your mighty name. I thank You ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:14, Isaiah 59:19

The Lord Is My Fortress PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

God's unfailing love and protection are promised to those who trust in Him.

Good morning, family! Today, we are going to dive into a beautiful passage of Scripture that is both a comfort and a reminder of God's unfailing protection and security in our lives. I'm talking about Psalm 91, which has been affectionately called "The Lord is Our Fortress." In this Psalm, we not ...read more

Topics: Powerful Prayer, Protection

A Good Hiding Place

Contributed by Phil Dyar on Jul 24, 2004

IN THIS LIFE WE ALL NEED A HIDING PLACE FROM WORRY, SATAN, AND THE STORMS OF LIFE.

PSLAMS (32:7)TEXT. THOU ART MY HIDING PLACE :THOU SHALT PRESERVE ME FROM TROUBLE :THOU SHALT COMPASS ME ABOUT WITH SONGS OF DELIVERANCE. INT.MANY OF THE WRITERS OF THE PSALMS REFERRED TO GOD AS A SHELTER ,,,A REFUGE AND A HIDING PLACE. (PSLAMS 17:8) KEEP ME AS THE APPLE OF THE EYE HIDE ME ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:7

Confident Trust During Opposition

Contributed by Guy Glass on Sep 30, 2011

THE PERSON WHO TRUSTS IN GOD IS AN ENDANGERED SPECIES

CONFIDENT TRUST DURING OPPOSITION INTRODUCTION: THE PERSON WHO TRUSTS IN GOD IS AN ENDANGERED SPECIES Psalm 62:1-12 My soul finds rest in God alone; my salvation comes from him. 2 He alone is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will never be shaken. 3 How long will you assault a man? ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 62:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirit Of Victory

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 4, 2015

The Spirit of Victory

Psalm 9 I. The Spirit of Victory (9:1–3) 1. Is Expressed in Our Yieldedness v.1 I will praise thee, O LORD, with my whole heart; 2. Is Expressed in Our Openness (9:1) I will shew forth all thy marvellous works. 3. Is Expressed in Our Cheerfulness (9:2) I will be glad and rejoice in thee: 4. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 9:1-20

Denomination: Holiness

I Will Not Run, And I Will Not Lose (Psalm 11:1-7) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Feb 11, 2022

A psalm/prayer for when running from trouble, is the wrong thing to do. The psalmist, instead, has run to God. He will stand firm, and God will give him victory.

Imagine that you live in a society that's collapsing. The "foundations" of society are falling apart. When you hear the news, it's nothing, except talk about violence, and crime, and drugs. You look around at your city, or your nation, and you know that the end is near. Maybe ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 11:1-7, 1 Kings 19:1-10, 1 Corinthians 5:11, Revelation 3:1-6

When We Need To Get Away From It All Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Feb 13, 2003

Third sermon in the series, "Reality Prayer - How to Ask So God Will Answer".

We all want a place to go when we’re stressed or sad, tired or lonely, fearful or tempted, disappointed or discouraged - a place where we can unload our burdens and get some relief. When we feel insecure and inadequate we need a refuge - a shelter. We need a retreat. Prayer can transport us to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Foundations And Fathers Series

Contributed by James Mccullen on May 11, 2005

Did you ever notice a building starts with the foundation? Do you thinks a Father is a foundation in the home? If the foundations are destroyed what can we fathers do? The exposition of this text will answer that question.

FOUNDATIONS and FATHERS Psalms 11:1-7 (1) In the LORD I take refuge; How can you say to my soul, "Flee as a bird to your mountain; {2} For, behold, the wicked bend the bow, They make ready their arrow upon the string, To shoot in darkness at the upright in heart. {3} If the foundations are ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 11:1-7

Denomination: *other

The Unseen, Unknown Gives Birth To Fear.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 7, 2023

We don't know what we don't know! The unseen and unknown can give birth to fear or faith. You decide. Fear breeds fear.

THE UNSEEN: THE UNKNOWN GIVES BIRTH TO FEAR OR TO FAITH… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) CONSEQUENCES OF UNSEEN CHOICES… WE DON’T ALWAYS CONSIDER THE UNSEEN OR UNKNOWN COST OF CHOICES. When I taught school in Virginia there was a monthly magazine ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:37, Proverbs 9:10, 1 John 4:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God