Sermons on Visitation:

What Are You Seeking?

Contributed by David Owens on Dec 23, 2019

In this sermon, we examine the truths involved in the wise men coming to see Jesus after His birth. There are many lessons we can learn from their visit.

Introduction: A. I like the old joke that asks the question: What would have happened if it had been three wise women rather than three wise men who followed the star to Bethlehem? 1. Answer: They would have asked for directions, arrived on time, and helped deliver the baby. B. Here are a few ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:6, Matthew 2:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Be Still And Know…”

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 3, 2022

If you visit some of the public schools today, and walk down the hallways and look into some of the classrooms, you will see some of the students walking around in the class room.

And those at their desks are laughing and cutting up with each other while the teacher might have one student at his/her desk trying to teach that student something. It seems that school teachers of the past knew some things that the current teachers of today do not know. That is, they knew that ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

God's Marvelous Love Attributes Of God – Part One Of Love (3 Of 10 Sermons)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 9, 2022

Several Christians were going from door to door on visitation in the Bahamas. Most of the people in the area were very cordial to them. However, one place was different.

They came to a home and saw one of the servants working in the yard. They began to witness to him and he professed to be a Christian, and from all indications, his life reflected that he was. In fact, he was so excited about the Lord that he wanted those Christians to talk to his employer about ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:11, 1 John 4:7-8

Denomination: Baptist

We Three Kings

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Jan 1, 2018

We all know the hymn, 'We three kings of orient are..' but do we know the gospel facts underpinning this hymn and the significance of that visit to the child Jesus?

We 3 kings Matt 2:1-12 When you think of Christmas carols that are appropriate with Epiphany I’m sure you will come up with: “We Three Kings of Orient are. ...” But ironically in just that 1st line of 5 words there are 3 very slight errors but that does NOT subtract from the importance of this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Gāḏēr : A Hedge For God, Standing In The Gap Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jun 5, 2022

Today we visit the book of Ezekiel for our Hebrew word During Ezekiel’s time. Ezekiel was a priest during the time of Israel when the nation was split.

Today we visit the book of Ezekiel for our Hebrew word During Ezekiel’s time. Ezekiel was a priest during the time of Israel when the nation was split. The northern half had been destroyed and taken into captivity in Assyria. And Judah was attacked during this time by Babylon, for the first time, ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:30

Denomination: Salvation Army

Get Ready!

Contributed by Dr. Jeffrey Dukeman on Dec 20, 2018

Mary's visitation of Elizabeth is the first great journey of Luke's Gospel; in it God helped her and helps us to get ready for Christmas.

Over the last few weeks we’ve been making preparations for Christmas. We’ve put up Christmas trees, Christmas lights, and Christmas decorations. We’ve listened to Christmas music, bought Christmas presents, and perhaps tried to be a little nicer to others. We’ve said our prayers to God, thanking ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-56

Freshness In God’s Presence

Contributed by Samuel M on Feb 29, 2024

A visitation, encounter, or word from or about Jesus brings freshness in God’s presence. Freshness comes from the knowledge of or about Jesus, not from the works or gifts.

In revivals, people used to spend a lot of time in God’s presence. Holy spirit used to revive, restore, rebuild, and refresh souls. There isn’t any fatigue, sluggishness, etc. Whenever God’s presence used to come, there was a fresh awakening to see Jesus, know Jesus, love Jesus, adore Jesus, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:19-21

Make Me A Bethany

Contributed by John Oscar on Apr 13, 2025

Using the example of Jesus visiting Bethany the night before Palm Sunday, this sermon explores how we can be a Bethany to Jesus- a place for Him to find rest.

Say before intro-ing sermon-his morning, we are going to be pausing our Book of Daniel series to focus on the events of Holy Week. "Make Me a Bethany" Palm Sunday, April 13, 2025 CCCAG Scripture: John 12:1-8 (CSB)________________________________________ Introduction When you go to bible ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8, Zechariah 9:9, Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Childhood Of Jesus; Jesus 12 Years Old Visits The Temple; Jesus 12-30 Yrs. Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 20, 2017

Joseph was an Israelite and he kept the law, and Jesus did too. Therefore, Luke gives us this incident from the “silent years” of Jesus’ life.

Harmony of the Gospels -4 BC- Nazareth Childhood of Jesus Luke 2:40, 51 God has chosen not to tell us much about Jesus, until He begins His ministry at about thirty years of age. We are only given a couple of events from those early years, but I believe that they were important to Him. Those ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:51-52, Luke 2:41-50, Luke 2:40-51

Denomination: Baptist

God's Glow In The City

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 3, 2001

Our city throws out a portrait to all who visit her. They can see and observe what values we live by. So what do they see?

God’s Glow In the City? Thesis: Our city throws out a portrait to all who visit her. They can see and observe what values we live by. So what do they see? Texts: Rev. 21:23,24 “The city does not need the sun or the moon to shine on it, for the glory of God gives it light, and the lamb is ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:23-24, Revelation 22:4-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Do You Seek The Living Among The Dead? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 31, 2013

What do people visit cemeteries to find? Dead people. So, why would the angels ask "Why do you seek the living among the dead?

OPEN: In the last century, there was a very prominent British philosopher named Bertrand Russell who had a interesting view of life and death. He wrote: “The life of man is a long march through the night, surrounded by invisible foes, tortured by weariness and pain, towards a goal that few can ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Guess Who's Coming To Dinner?

Contributed by Kenneth R. Jenkins on Jan 24, 2020

Okay, what if Jesus actually and physically comes visiting your home? What would you do and how would you act? Something to think about, eh?

Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner? Luke 19:1-10 Question, what would you do if Jesus comes to your house for dinner? There was a classic movie about 52 years ago around 1967, “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner?” Its stars Kathern Hepburn, Tracy Spencer, Sydney Poitier and Katharine Houghton ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

"words From The Cross" Father Forgive Them Series

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Feb 23, 2023

Visitors from around the world travel to Barcelona, Spain to visit the new Cathedral. First time visitors who are not Christian, may not understand the theology of Christianity. They are enthralled with the architecture.

In Jesus Holy Name February 26, 2023 Lent I Luke 23:43 Redeemer “Words from the Cross” “Father ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34, Colossians 1:19-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Living By A Different Standard Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jun 19, 2022

Paul warns and urges the Corinthians to break away from their old lifestyle of visiting the prostitutes, counting their excuses with the truth of God's gift and design for sexual relations.

As Christians, knowing God and our Saviour Jesus Christ, we live by a different code of conduct. We live by God’s standards. • They are not standards we abide by to gain God’s favour; they are standards we live by because we have been saved from sin and changed by God. • We are redeemed, forgiven ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:9-20, 1 Peter 1:14-16, Galatians 5:1, Matthew 6:24, Matthew 19:3-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

When Christ Comes Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 26, 2025

When Jesus left earth after His first visit, He promised that He would return. In this sermon, we will explore what happens when Christ returns.

A. Once there was a minister waiting in line to have his car filled with gas just before a long holiday weekend. 1. The gas station attendant worked quickly, but there were many cars in line ahead of him. 2. Finally, the attendant motioned him toward the vacant pump. 3. The young attendant ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, John 13:36-37, John 14:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ