Sermons about Water In The Desert

Wings Of The Spirit

Contributed by James Groce on Mar 31, 2002

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As the literal translation informs us, the Hebrew sense of the moving of God’s Spirit upon the face of the waters is understood as the Spirit fluttering as with wings, over the waters.

------------------------------ Genesis 1:1-3 In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth. And the earth was without form, and void; and darkness was upon the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters. And God said, Let there be light: and there was ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Your Raft Turns Upside Down

Contributed by Dean Meadows on Jul 19, 2003

based on 29 ratings

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This sermon deals with my personal white water trip, but can easily be converted to any white water trip,and the similarities of our journey in this life.

When Your Raft Turns Upside Down 7/8/03 Psalm 118:24 Zach and I went on a white water trip last Thursday on the New River. We had a very interesting experience that I will be sharing with you today. When I finished the trip, I thought, well at least I got a few good sermon illustrations from ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:24

Denomination: *other

"As The Hart....so"

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Oct 18, 2007

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The animal’s need for water, however, is the primary message emphasized in our text. The deer-like creature must have accessible and adequate supplies of water.

Panting After God “As the hart panteth after the water brooks, so panteth my soul after Thee, O God” (Psa. 42:1). According to The Zondervan Pictoral Bible Dictionary, the “hart” of Bible times was “similar to the American elk but somewhat smaller.” Harts are stags or male deer whereas ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Subject Of Sin Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Oct 11, 2022

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Jesus promised this woman the living water of spiritual rebirth. But before she could receive the living water of spiritual rebirth the matter of sin had to be discussed.

Last time we got into the story of the Samaritan woman at the well in John 4: 1-14. We found that the woman was intrigued when Jesus asked her to give Him a drink. Jesus then offered this woman the Living Water. But we also said that there were some matters that she had to straighten out before ...read more

Scripture: John 4:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

To Obey Is Better

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 5, 2006

based on 14 ratings

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Those in positions of leadership answer to God. When they desert God and go their own way, God can humble them.

“To Obey is Better” I Samuel 15 -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts In John’s Gospel, Jesus explains how to prove our commitment to Him: “If you love Me, you will keep My commandments” (14:15). In I Samuel 15 King ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-35

Denomination: Congregational

Overcome Temptations

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Feb 18, 2013

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Jesus is tempted in the desert and the things that helped Jesus overcome the Temptations by the Devil can help us overcome temptations as well.

Luke 4:1-13 In the Temptation Jesus shares things that can help us overcome temptation if we follow his example 1. One of those things that can help us overcome temptation is to be Filled with Holy Spirit A. Note the Spirit is Driving Jesus • 41Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit, returned from ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

A Band Of Brothers Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 9, 2013

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The impact of the post-resurrection appearances of Jesus was fully felt in his disciples. They went from deserters at the cross to defenders of the cross.

1. Misfits Good and amusing stories often work on the proposition of an odd mix of unlikely characters: • The Odd Couple --.a neat freak and a world-class slob have to learn how to live together. • Gilligan ’s Island -- seven people, all of whom are weird in some way, stranded ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Are We Going To Do With Jesus?

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Nov 15, 2011

based on 4 ratings

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To examine the flow rate of the Living Water Jesus has given us in our lives.

What are we going to do with Jesus? Nov 13, 2011 John 7:25-52 Intro: What are we going to do with Jesus? There are lots of possibilities, as we’ll see in our Scripture this morning, but ultimately it is going to come down to you and I, deciding what we are going to do with Jesus and then ...read more

Scripture: John 7:25-52

Denomination: Baptist

Drifting Away

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Mar 31, 2022

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Harvard University began as a school to equip pastors and ministers in sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ. St. Luke’s Medical Center was also founded by Christian Missionaries in the Philippines to help poor people. Today, do you think they slowly drifted away from their founding purpose?

Bible Verses 'So we must listen very carefully to the truth we have heard, or we may drift away from it. Hebrews 2:1 NIV INTRODUCTION: Harvard University began as a school to equip pastors and ministers in sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ. St. Luke’s Medical Center was also founded by ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

First Sunday Of Lent, Year B-- Among The Wild Things

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jan 20, 2024

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Jackals, “wild dogs, cheetahs, spotted hyenas and lions all of which are often "starvation driven."

He was among wild beasts. (Mark 1:3 from our First Reading) This is no Garden of Eden. Jackals, “wild dogs, cheetahs, spotted hyenas and lions all of which are often "starvation driven" must exploit every opportunity to obtain a meal, which includes humans.1 The wild beasts “likely ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:8-15, Mark 1:12-15

Denomination: Catholic

Tap Into God's Oasis Series

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Dec 15, 2023

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Beloved, as followers of Christ, we are vessels divinely filled with the living water of his Holy Spirit.

Oasis WordBank Opening Passage "He that believeth on me, as the scripture hath said, out of his belly shall flow rivers of living water". John 7:38 Title: Tap Into God's Oasis Columnist: Rudolf E. Y. Mensah, ©Oasis WordBank Reference: 00122310 Devotional Today, let these ...read more

Scripture: John 7:38, John 3:16, John 10:10

Denomination: Charismatic

Right Now

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Aug 16, 2015

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What is the House of Prayer other than prayer without ceasing watching for the Lord?

RIGHT NOW by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (August 13, 2015) "And what I say unto you I say unto all, Watch" (St. Mark 13:37, King James Version [The second coming of the Lord]). Greetings In The Holy Name Of Jesus, My sisters and brothers, "Lord, save me", I plead to God to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:37

Denomination: Friends

What's This Baptism Thing All About?

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Aug 4, 2001

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To draw attention to the importance of water baptism in the life of a believer.

What’s This Baptism Thing All About? Acts 2:22-41 22 "Men of Israel, listen to this: Jesus of Nazareth was a man accredited by God to you by miracles, wonders and signs, which God did among you through him, as you yourselves know. 23 This man was handed over to you by God’s set purpose and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:22-41

Denomination: Wesleyan

Thirst Quencher

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Feb 7, 2006

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Comparing water from the rock and our need for Christ

Water From The Rock - The human body is 2/3 water. - By the time you are 70-years-old, you will have required 1½ million gallons of water. - Studies show that increasing water consumption can decrease fat deposits. Water is a natural appetite suppressant. - The body absorbs cold water faster ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

What Do You Do With 180 Gallons Of Wine?

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Feb 12, 2006

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Jesus and the miracle of changing water into wine at the wedding of Cana.

What Do You Do With 180 Gallons of Wine? John 2:1-11 February 12, 2005 It is two days before Valentines Day and I thought that it would be a good time to focus on marriage this morning. This sermon didn’t come without some real discussion with myself. I debated whether or not to speak ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

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