Sermons on spiritual refuge:

Divine Resources For Life's Difficulties

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Feb 24, 2019

This psalm encourages us to hope and trust in God, and His power, and providence, and gracious presence with his church in the worst of times, and directs us to give him the glory of what he has done for us and what he will do.

DIVINE RESOURCES FOR LIFE’S DIFFICULTIES Psalm 46:1 God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. 46:2 Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; 46:3 Though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11, Deuteronomy 33:27, Psalm 142:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

He Is My Place Of Refuge

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 18, 2022

Generally when we are hurt, we have a place of refuge that we flee too.

That place of refuge is generally one of four places. (1) WE MIGHT FLEE TO A PARENT. For those of us who are blessed to still have our parents around, we may FLEE TO THEM in times of difficulty. Why? Because, when we face the difficulties of life, we want to have someone on our side, and we ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

He Is My Place Of Refuge

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 29, 2022

Generally when we are hurt, we have a place of refuge that we flee too. That place of refuge is generally one of four places.

(1) WE MIGHT FLEE TO A PARENT. For those of us who are blessed to still have our parents around, we may FLEE TO THEM in times of difficulty. Why? Because, when we face the difficulties of life, we want to have someone on our side, and we know that our parents will always be there for ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Seeking Shelter-Refusing Refuge

Contributed by Darrell Jones on Mar 22, 2003

To have a place of refuge and to know where it is, and how to get there is not enough. You must stay in the shelter God has provided through His Son.

The Law of Moses has a spiritual meaning, as is seen from the clear references of Scripture. (Zech.9:12) "Turn you to the STRONGHOLD, ye prisoners of HOPE; even today do I declare that I will render double to thee." (Heb.6:18). "That by two immutable things, in which it is impossible for God to ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 35:9-15, Numbers 35:24-28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus, Our City Of Refuge! Series

Contributed by Dr. Larry Petton on Feb 23, 2014

The Cities of Refuge in the Book of Joshua are not only a portrait of Christ, but they are also a picture of the Church, the Body of Christ. We have a refuge in Christ to give to all who are in need of a Savior.

JESUS, OUR CITY OF REFUGE! Dr. Larry Petton Great Chapters of the Bible #7 Text: Joshua 20 _____________________________________________________________________________________ THINK ABOUT THIS Homelessness is skyrocketing in America. Over 3.5 million Americans live on the streets. Of the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 20:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The God Of My Refuge Is Here

Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Oct 10, 2008

Let us look at several principles of getting help in times of our personal troubles.

The God of My Refuge is Here: Psalm 91 Introduction: Everyone from one time to another will face troubles in their life. Someone once said, “You’re either in a trial, just came out of one, or you’re about to enter into one.” As morbid as that sounds, I believe that there is some truth in this ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

A Strong Refuge Is Our God

Contributed by Kenneth Robbins on Jan 5, 2018

A reminder that in the midst of our most troublesome times God our strong refuge is always right there by our side.

Proverbs 18:10 “The name of the Lord is a fortified tower; the righteous run to it and are safe” Scripture: Psalm 46:1-3 “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, though ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-3

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

My Refuge & Hiding Place

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Aug 26, 2002

The Lord is a refuge a hiding place for everyone who is in need of shelter.

Hide and Seek 1.When I was a child I enjoyed playing the games. (Catch, Throwing things, Wrestling, etc) 2. One I enjoyed a lot was, “Hide and seek”. 3. Hide and seek for adults? 4. Don’t we all need a place to hide? 5. Where do we go when we need to escape? (Alcohol, drugs, vacation, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 17:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Our Hope And Refuge

Contributed by Dr. Steve Newton on Nov 20, 2017

There is a parallel between these APPOINTED cities of refuge and JESUS our place of refuge today… see how we find hope and refuge in Jesus our city of refuge.

Jesus our HOPE and our Refuge Psalm 9:9 "The Lord also will be a refuge for the oppressed a refuge in times of trouble" 1. WHAT EXACTLY DOES THIS MEAN TO YOU AND ME TODAY HOW IS JESUS OUR REFUGE…. Nowhere it there a better picture of Gods grace to mankind than Num 35:6-7. And nowhere do we ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 35:9-28, Joshua 20:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Make Your Home A Refuge Series

Contributed by Tim Pollock on May 19, 2016

Sermon Series by Dr. Tim Pollock

God wants your home to be a safe haven where sons and daughters can grow and flourish successfully. Our hearts as Christians can’t help but be grieved at the ever-increasing abuse in homes today. There is sexual abuse, physical abuse, mental abuse, emotional abuse and spiritual abuse at every ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

Cities Of Refuge (Deuteronomy 19)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 6, 2025

How did Jesus make the laws against murder even stricter? Let's begin in Deuteronomy 19.

What were the laws about manslaughter, murder, property markers and witnesses? Did Jesus make the law against murder even stronger, applying it to our hearts? Let’s look at Deuteronomy 19. What was the law regarding cities of refuge for those involved in manslaughter? When the Lord your God cuts ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Is Our Refuge And Strength

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 15, 2025

God is our refuge and strength, offering both protection and power to His children. No matter the battles, challenges, or attacks of the enemy, we can stand firm, knowing that He is ever-present to deliver and sustain us.

GOD IS OUR REFUGE AND STRENGTH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 46:1 "God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble." Supporting Texts: Isaiah 41:10, Proverbs 18:10, Nahum 1:7, 2 Corinthians 12:9-10, Hebrews 13:5-6 INTRODUCTION: Life is full of challenges, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Second City Of Refuge - Shechem Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Dec 1, 2022

In the previous message we studied the name of the first city named ‘Kedesh’ which meant ‘holy.’ For this message we will study the name of the second city ‘Shechem’ which means ‘shoulder.’

Today’s meditation is taken from Joshua 20:1-2, “Then the LORD told Joshua to say to the people of Israel, "Choose the cities of refuge that I had Moses tell you about.” (GNB) Even during the days of Moses, the Lord had commanded him that when the Israelites reached the Promised Land, they ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 20:7, Joshua 20:8

Denomination: Other

My Refuge In Times Of Trouble

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Apr 5, 2020

The following sermon is going to focus first on the false refuge of the things of this world and finish with what refuge in God looks like.

Our Refuge Psalms 46:1-3 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 “If, indeed the Lord be our refuge and strength, we are entitled to seek after a spirit which shall bear us above the dreads of common men.” When the tides of tribulations come roaring into one’s life and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Christ Our Anchor And Refuge

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jan 22, 2012

If we practice now walking closely with Jesus, when things are going ok, then when the rough times come, we will be grounded to the Anchor and be safe in the storm

When was the last time you faced a real storm in your life? Think back about what you went through, and about how you got through that time of real difficulty. Today, we’ll give some serious thought to how it is we can weather the bigger trials that come our way. When we face hardship, when we’re ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational