Sermons on Where Does God Dwell:

Jesus Is Grace Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Dec 22, 2021

I would like to share with you about grace, and always being available to all of us for our salvation experience. We often refer and remember in our day to day experiences. Grace leads me home.

Text: John 1:1-14 Theme: Jesus is grace GREETINGS Illustration: A Christian Horse Rider given the commandments. If he says: Praise the Lord – Horse should go. Then when he says: Amen – it should Stop. Riding on the hilltop, he reached the peak, and next was the deep valley, and he forgot the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

Ready For The Journey Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 26, 2023

The wise men are a surprising twist to the narrative from Matthew. What does their presence indicate and how does getting to know them help us prepare for Christmas?

You may have noticed the chalkboard signs that are scattered around the church building. Each has a different saying- “Be the Branch,” “Catch the Wind,” “Wreck the Roof,” “Grip the Plow,” and “Empty the Jar.” They come from a small group video Bible study our groups participated in a while back. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Compassion Does Something

Contributed by Jerry Vargo on Jun 6, 2002

Compassion is the heart of God and it requires us to do something...anything!

If you use any or all of this message--would you be willing to fire off a quick email to:pastorjerryvargo@juno.com? I would like to have an idea of how often my sermons are actually being preached to strengthen the Body of Christ. Thanks! Compassion Does Something! Pastor Jerry C. Vargo Luke ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Pentecostal

Does Jesus Care?

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jun 16, 2007

A wonderful invitation for the times when we feel "God-forsaken"

Does Jesus Care? Heb. 4:15 INTRO.: Sometimes, when we suffer deeply, we are led to wonder if God cares about our suffering. The songwriter, Frank E. Graeff was led to ask, “Does Jesus Care?” His verses ask question after question about God’s concern for our needs, but the answer does not come ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spiritual Adoption - What Does That Mean?

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Jul 20, 2014

Adoption during the writings of Paul meant something totally different then it does today. Adoption signifies that you are legally a child of God. You are a full fledged member of the family. A joint heir with Christ. Updated July 2023.

For Those Not Familiar with an Anglican Service there are four Scripture Readings that proceed the Message. Today's Readings were Isaiah 55, Psalm 65, Romans 8:7-17 and Matthew 13:1-9 & Matthew 13:18-23. A young man entered the movie theater ... loaded down ......with popcorn, ... drinks, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1, Romans 8:12-25, John 15:15, Galatians 4:1-7, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Galatians 3:29, John 3:7, 2 Corinthians 6:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

Sermon 10 - What Is Ruling And Dwelling In You? Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 24, 2025

After writing about the things we should take off and put on, Paul wrote about what should rule us and dwell in us, and how we should do everything.

Introduction: A. Today, I want us to start by considering the concepts of ruling and dwelling. 1. Let’s ask ourselves: Who or what is ruling in my heart and life? a. In other words, who or what is sitting on the throne of my life and heart? 2. Let’s also ask ourselves: Who or what is dwelling ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Does 9.11 Make Of Us?

Contributed by Don Hawks on Sep 6, 2002

In spite of the tragedy, what “man meant for evil, God used for good”, thus how will Christians and American citizens be a part of the reshaping of culture since 9.11.01?

(Power Point available--email author) SLIDE 1 “WHAT DOES 9.11 MAKE OF US?” 8:30 with Video presentation (adapted from Leonard Sweet’s message on 9.11) Slide 2 “Night fell on a different world.” These are some of the first words President George Bush used to reflect on September 11, 2001. Slide ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:20, Romans 13:8-10

Denomination: Methodist

Trust In The Lord Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 30, 2020

After all our daily tours, work, and business, we return to our own house, and it gives us immense joy while we enter our home. The reception of the beloved spouse, the smile of the children, and the joyful jump of the pets comforts us and reenergizes our body, soul, and mind.

Text: Psalm 84 Theme: House of Blessings Introduction: Charles Spurgeon called this Psalm the Pearl of Psalms. Psalm 23 is most popular, 51 is most plaintive, 103 is most joyful, 119 is most deeply experimental, this is one of the sweetest of the Psalms of peace. Pilgrimage to the tabernacle was a ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

What Is Our Struggle?

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Aug 22, 2021

Looking for the truth? Where do we find it?

Sermon Title: What is our struggle? Scripture Text: Ephesians 6:10-20 ILLUSTRATION: As a group of frogs was traveling through the woods, two of them fell into a deep pit. When the other frogs crowded around the pit and saw how deep it was, they told the two frogs that there was no hope left ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Going Where We Have Never Gone Before

Contributed by James May on Dec 31, 2017

A sermon for a new beginning for the church, or a step into a new spiritual depth and walk with Christ

Going Where We have Never Gone Before Sunday, December 31, 2017 By Rev James May Is there anyone here who loved to watch Star Trek? I’ve been a fan from the beginning with Captain Kirk. I suppose I’ve seen nearly every episode more than once. Captain Picard, Captain Janway, and on they go. ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Where Is Your Faith

Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Aug 21, 2009

The Author of Hebrews said - "Without faith it is impossible to please God." Because faith plays such an important role in our Spiritual lives, I thought it important to take some time to better understand it by answering the following questions: 1. WHAT

“WHERE IS YOUR FAITH?” “Faith Defined and Applied” Hebrews 11:1 Fr. Christopher M. Nerreau Illustration: About a year ago a man entered a priest’s office with a great commotion. He was weary, distraught and weeping. The Priest who knew the man well asked – “What seems to be the problem?” The man ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:6

Denomination: Orthodox

Where Is God When Everything Goes Wrong?

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Dec 19, 2002

Sometimes we wonder where God is when everything is going wrong in our lives. But God never leaves us or forsakes us!

GENESIS 39:20-21 “WHERE IS GOD WHEN EVERYTHING GOES WRONG?” A) Have you ever had one of those days when everything that could go wrong did go wrong? * Have you ever had one of those days when the harder you try to do things right, the easier things seem to go wrong? * I read about a man who ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

Living The Kingdom Life: Where Doubt, Faith Series

Contributed by Marty Boller on Feb 21, 2007

#5 in a series focused on the foundational biblical truths found in The Peace Prayer of St. Francis: Make Me an Instrument of Your Peace.

Doubt and faith. These are huge topics. Let’s admit right up front that all of us find ourselves in the midst of doubt sometimes. Can you admit that openly? While we are sharing true confessions, let’s also admit that we really don’t completely understand faith sometimes either. We wonder ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 15:15-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where God's Glory Can Take You

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 15, 2010

We have a role in bringing God's glory about over the earth.

Where God’s Glory Can Take You August 15, 2010 (PM) Introduction A The older I get, the more I appreciate my parents. 1 Not because we share more, but because I get to experience what it must have been like for them. a Guarded, protective, nosy, adamant b So it is with us & God aa We ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:18

Denomination: Baptist

What Does It Mean To Be Directionally Challenged?

Contributed by John Mccaherty on Nov 19, 2004

What’s the worse thing that can happen to us in this world? Sickness, Loss of love one, Job loss Actually Jesus says that the world will set stumbling blocks in front of us, in order to lead us into sin. The worst thing is to live life only to loose it.

What does it mean to be Directionally Challenged? Matthew 18:7-14 kjv Matthew 18:7-14 Mt 18:7Woe unto the world because of offences! for it must needs be that offences come; but woe to that man by whom the offence cometh! therefore if thy hand or thy foot offend thee, cut them off, and cast them ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:7-14

Denomination: Baptist