Sermons on Welcoming Gods Presence:

Kept As The Apple Of His Eye Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 30, 2025

Drawing from David's prayer in Psalm 17, this sermon encourages believers facing injustice to seek God's intimate protection and find their ultimate hope in an eternal relationship with Him rather than in temporary, worldly vindication.

Introduction: The Cry for a Fair Hearing My dear brothers and sisters in Christ, have you ever felt utterly misunderstood? Have you ever been in a situation where your motives were questioned, your character was attacked, and your name was dragged through the mud? In those moments, what is the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Out!

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Mar 5, 2021

There are things we do that intentionally or subtly tell people they are not welcome.

Out! John 2: 13 - 22 Intro: There was a woman names Emily Post who was born in the 1870’s. She died in 1960 but, I remember the book she wrote, “Etiquette” which went through 10 editions. This book taught people how to get along “politely” in society. She was quoted as saying, “Manners are a ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Called To Be Sent Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Apr 10, 2018

Being a light in the world involves worship, welcome, work and witness

CALLED TO BE SENT A few years ago a guy named Ron Schatz went into a bank and filled out a withdrawal slip. He took the slip up to the teller and gave it to her, but noticed the teller was acting very strangely and seemed to be taking a long time getting his money. Suddenly the police burst in ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Practice Hospitality

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Aug 13, 2014

This sermon focuses on the importance of practicing the discipline of hospitality and welcoming strangers.

It’s movie trivia time. This movie is old but some of you are old, so you should know the answer. In 1974, does anybody remember the movie Young Frankenstein? That movie is 40 years old. It is a comedy about Dr. Frankenstein and his monster starring Gene Wilder, Madeline Kahn, and Peter ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:13

Denomination: Christian Church

Jesus' Bad Company Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 23, 2012

The messy business of Jesus and the church is the invitation and welcome to sinners such as us.

Introduction When Jesus begins his ministry, people are filled with wonder at what he can do – cast out demons and heal the sick. “Wow! I saw Jesus command a demon to come out of a man!” “That’s nothing, I saw him heal a man born blind.” “Well, I saw ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:13-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

4. The Life Of Abraham The Man Who Was Called A Friend Of God Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Dec 19, 2019

A biographical sermon on Abraham's first step to God, his long walk with God and his arrival in the presence of God.

The Old testament Story 3. THE LIFE OF ABRAHAM THE FATHER OF THREE RELIGIONS Gen. 12-25 “I will make from you a great nation and I will bless you / and all the people’s on earth will be blessed through you.” (Genesis 12:2-3) OT Outline A. Period One: The Beginnings of Mankind (Genesis 1-11) B. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Fired Up For Jesus? Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Apr 10, 2003

Jesus desired to bring a burning, exciting, dynamic presence of God in the lives of people. God’s fire is dazzling and powerful and can work wonders in your life.

Are You Fired Up for Jesus? Luke 12:49-50 by David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION Sometimes sermons can be too long. A bishop spoke in Chapel at Yale University. He spoke for 15 minutes on how the Y in Yale stood for “Youth” then for another 15 minutes about how A stood for “Ambition,” the L stood for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-50

Denomination: Baptist

Jonas Stutzmann's Chair For Jesus

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Feb 4, 2008

Stutzman, an old order Amishman who built a chair for the return of Jesus, was wrong about a lot of things. But he had a passion for the presence of God. Do we?

Jonas Stutzmann’s Chair for Jesus I Corinthians 3:10-19a February 3, 2008 On a chilly, rainy day in October of 1871, Jonas Stutzmann was buried in the old Stutzmann cemetery in Holmes County, Ohio. He died in the home of his son Daniel and one of his last wishes was that his casket be carried to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:10-19

Denomination: Methodist

How Far Are You Willing To Go PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

The importance of obedience to God, the promise of His presence in our lives, and the cost of disobedience, using the story of Elijah and Elisha from 2 Kings 2:1-12.

Good morning, family! Today, we're diving deep into the heart of 2 Kings 2:1-12. Let me read this passage for us: [Read passage] As C.S. Lewis once wisely said, "Obedience is the road to freedom, humility the road to pleasure, unity the road to personality." Let's pray: Dear Lord, we ask You to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-12

Topics: God's Will, Determination

Grace PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2025

God’s grace seeks out the forgotten, restores dignity, and welcomes us as beloved family, giving us a permanent place at His table.

Have you ever felt forgotten? Not ignored for an afternoon, but tucked away behind the clutter of life—like your name somehow got lost between bills and to-do lists, between setbacks and sin, between who you were and who you fear you’ve become. Maybe you know that ache. Maybe you’ve heard that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-13

Topics: Mephibosheth, Kindness, Covenant

To Keep Your Ax Lesson 5

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 20, 2023

Fasting will not make a decision for you, it gives you access to God. In His presence, you can find your answer.

“And he (Paul) was three days without sight, and neither ate nor drank.” Acts 9:9 “Is this the fast that I (the Lord) have chosen … (so) your light (understanding) should break forth speedily.” Isaiah 58:6, 8 NKJV “We can make our plans, but the Lord gives the right answer.” Proverbs 16:9, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:6, Isaiah 58:6, Isaiah 58:8

Denomination: Baptist

God With Us: The Promises Beyond The Prophecy

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Aug 15, 2021

Isaiah 7:14 is quoted in Matthew 1:23 as a verification of the prophecy concerning the virgin conception of the Lord Jesus. God is with us in the midst of our troubles, our victories, the affairs of humanity, the events of the last days and eternity (Hebrews 13:5).

The LORD always comes through even when it seems that we have run to the end of the road and see no way out of the predicament in which we find ourselves, both as individuals and as a nation. He has let us go our merry way throughout the course of history, with the consequences to follow. Our ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14, Genesis 28:15, Exodus 3:12, Exodus 33:14, Isaiah 43:2, Matthew 18:20, Matthew 28:20, Revelation 21:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Serviceable Soldiers

Contributed by Craig Benner on Nov 14, 2019

Chocolate soldiers may look neat and taste delicious, but they don't help much in winning the battle at hand. God is still looking for men and women who are willing to step out of the comfort zone and do something for Him in this war zone of life.

SERVICEABLE SOLDIERS 1 Samuel 14:1,6 Now it came to pass upon a day, that Jonathan the son of Saul said unto the young man that bare his armour, Come, and let us go over to the Philistines' garrison, that is on the other side. But he told not his father. And Jonathan said to the young man ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 14:1-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Made Righteous Plea Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 5, 2009

What do you do when the church sinks to the level of the world, leaving its high calling, quitting the path of being a separated people, & becoming like those whom God does not know? After the entreaty to remember the pitiful spiritual condition of His pe

ISAIAH 64: 1-12 THE MADE RIGHTEOUS PLEA [Exodus 19:16-19 / Mt 24:36-44 / 1Corinthians 2:9] What do you do when the church sinks to the level of the world, leaving its high calling, quitting the path of being a separated people, and becoming just like those whom God does not know? After the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of An Invitation! Series

Contributed by Brian Williams on Jul 8, 2025

As a church on mission this summer we want to be going, growing, loving, and inviting. When I say, inviting, I’m talking about a church that welcomes others, just like Jesus had welcomed us into His family for the glory of God (Rom 15:7).

Think about the power of an invitation. While I was growing up my parents would, many times, invite some of the neighborhood kids over for lunch or dinner or to celebrate the holidays with us. My parents always made room at the table. I had no idea at the time but years later they told me that ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational