Sermons on Strange Encounter:

An Encounter With The Risen Lord Jesus

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 27, 2013

The living Lord Jesus comforts us with strength for today, and bright hope for tomorrow.

AN ENCOUNTER WITH THE RISEN LORD JESUS. Revelation 1:9-18. “I became dead and am alive forevermore” (Revelation 1:18). (1) Introduction: Patience in the midst of tribulation (Revelation 1:9). The ability of the Apostle John and his readers to persevere in the midst of tribulation did not ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:9-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Abraham’s Encounter With God

Contributed by Unknown Bennett T Cortez on Mar 30, 2013

True faith requires action.

Henry Blackaby in “Experiencing God” words it this way: "The crisis of belief is an encounter with God requires faith. Encounters with God are God-sized. What you do in response to God’s revelation reveals what you believe about God. True faith requires action". If someone promised you that one day ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

A Life Changing Faith Encounter

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Dec 31, 2008

Examine the results of a life changing faith encounter with Jesus Christ.

Beginning next Sunday we are to be involved in a four day “Faith Encounter.” The purpose of this event is to encourage and strengthen your faith through a series of special services. The services will be planned around strong preaching and meaningful worship. This will be a time for us to come ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

When Wee Encounters Grace

Contributed by Troy Horne on Mar 28, 2009

The story of Zacchaeus with a new twist. Interview sermon for Faith Church of the Nazarene.

Lk. 19.1-10 “When Wee Encounters Grace” 1. A friend of mine interviewed recently at a medium sized church. At the close of the service, after he had preached, he stood by the back door to greet the people as they left. One by one they passed by him, many with a nod, or a smile, or a good ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Holiness

Close Encounters Of A Third Kind

Contributed by Kenneth Jarman on May 17, 2008

This sermon explains three different types of encounters with Christ

CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF A THIRD KIND By: Pastor Ken Jarman OPEN DOOR OUTREACH MINISTRIES, NEW BERN, NC 28560 Sunday May 18, 2008 ACTS 9:1 –9 Then Saul, still breathing threats and murder against the disciples of the Lord, went to the high priest And asked letters from him to the synagogues of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Narnia: Encounter The Power Of The Wardrobe Series

Contributed by Chris Regas on Dec 14, 2005

Advent Lessons based on the release of the movie: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe

Today is the 3rd Sunday of Advent ~ 1) On the FIRST SUNDAY we ENCOUNTERED THE POWER OF THE LION and saw that the Lion of Judah who was PREDICTED in the OT is also Lamb of God who was slain for our sins! As we light the PROMISE CANDLE we are reminded that Jesus is NOT SAFE – BUT HE IS GOOD – AND ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Expand, Embrace, Encounter And Expect Series

Contributed by Rick George on Oct 29, 2009

We need to expect God to expand our vision and be ready to embrace the call on our lives to do kingdom work.

These past three weeks we have focused our messages on discipleship. The first week Pastor Tim so adequately, and literally, unpacked for us the story of Elmo, I mean Thomas, the imperfect disciple and how Jesus accepts us and knows us for who we really are – our good and bad. The 2nd week I ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Close Encounters Of The Holy Kind Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 31, 2014

Isaiah encountered the living God and responded with a sense of awe and service.

1. Peter Marshall once prayed before the U.S. Senate: "Lord, we thank you that we can come to you just as we are. But remind us that we dare not leave as we came." (Senate Chaplain, '47-48) 2. What are some purposes of worship? a. Respect God; Love God; Honor God b. Dying in Service Little ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Encounters, Defecting Your Giants

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Sep 2, 2010

Here's several step in the right direction in defeating giants in your life.

Encounters, Defecting Your Giants / I Samuel 17:31-40 Even though you are born-again, most must still battle giants throughout their lives. There are several lessons that can be applied from this Biblical story found in I Samuel chapter 17. 31.Then David’s question was reported to King ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:31-40

Denomination: Pentecostal

Encountering God: Lesson 1

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 3, 2013

Who Was Jacob?

Pastors Bible Class Thomas Road Baptist Church Series: Jacob: From Deceiver to Saint Lesson 1: Encountering God A. WHO WAS JACOB? 1. Second twin son born to Isaac and Rebekah. a. Famous grandfather Abraham. b. Fraternal ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Encountering Jesus Resurrection Morning

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Apr 8, 2023

This is from a series on Encountering Christ in the Gospels.

Title: “Encountering Jesus Resurrection Sunday Morning.” Script: Jn. 20:11-18 Type: Series on Encountering Christ Where: GNBC Easter Sunday 2023 Intro: When I was 13yrs. old, my father took my brother and me Washington D.C. We saw the many different memorials. On highlight of the trip was ...read more

Scripture: John 20:11-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Encounters - The Proof Of His Presence

Contributed by Steve Ely on Sep 27, 2023

We say we want to encounter God but what does that look like? Do we see Him? Do we discern Him? Are we aware of His presence?

Encounters? The Proof of His Presence I. Introduction I like guarantees! I want financial plans that guarantee returns. I want an exercise program that will guarantee weight loss. I want a doctor that can guarantee healing. In life guarantees are preferred but often hard to find. There are so many ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Personal Encounter Sparks Servanthood

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Oct 8, 2023

I share my story about a time I faced pancreatic issues, marital struggles, and contemplating suicide. As with the Psalmist, I cried out to God and he heard and that began a lifetime of service.

Early august, 2022, I had the privilege of doing a presentation in Denver at the Rocky Mountain Symposium on Addictive Disorders, the Integration of Spirituality and Psychotherapy. The dialogue it stimulated was exciting, especially with the wide range of professionals attending. One counselor ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Encounter With Jesus On The Emmaus Road.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 14, 2022

It is necessary that we have a personal encounter with the risen Lord Jesus, and allow Him to open up to us the true meaning of the Scriptures concerning Himself.

ENCOUNTER WITH JESUS ON THE EMMAUS ROAD. Luke 24:13-35. A man named Cleopas and his travelling companion were on their way back from Jerusalem, walking the seven miles to a village named Emmaus. Their conversation was very much taken up with concerns about the death of Jesus. A stranger drew ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Happy "Encounter” Weekend, Everyone!

Contributed by Neal Gracey on Oct 6, 2017

Have you ever been so excited to meet someone that you were almost scared? Or, have you waited for something so long that the closer the time comes to that day the more nervous and shaky you become?

Happy “Encounter” Weekend, Everyone! A portion of one verse leading up to the Ten Commandments text is one of my favorite phrases in Exodus: “Then Moses led the people out of the camp to meet with God” (Exodus 19:17a). So much took place following the manna and quail, showing that God was ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Baptist