Sermons on Present Existence: showing 46-60 of 97,151

Present Perfect

Contributed by Doug Newton on Aug 24, 2018

Colossians 1:3-14

I pulled into a gas station a couple weeks ago and saw something new at the pump. If I wanted, I could push a button to mix a chemical with the gas that would improve my gas mileage. The advertisement explained that the additive would clean the engine valves and boost performance. Is this just ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:3-14

Denomination: Free Methodist

A Gospel Presentation

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Apr 3, 2018

A sermon examining the Gospel of Jesus Christ

A Gospel Presentation I Corinthians 15:1-11 The Resurrection is the doctrine that sets Christianity apart from all other religions. There is no denying the fact that Muhammad lived, but he died and remains dead today. Buddha once lived but he died, and that fact will never change. Joseph ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Presentation Of The Lord

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jan 3, 2020

Lessons for Ladies and Gentlemen through Anna and Simeon

I have something for you, ladies and gentlemen-- For the ladies, Anna fasted and prayed. Fasting brings a change in consciousness. Internal dialogue slows down; the mind quiets; deeper longings can be heard. Anna prayed for her nation, testifying to Jesus to Israel “to all who were awaiting the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Catholic

Presents And Presence Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 11, 2017

This is a focus on Jesus and his teaching about how God answers prayer. Sometimes he answers with Presents (gifts/literal blessings) and sometimes he answers with something better, his Presence.

1. Many Uses for Prayer A young man goes into a drug store to buy 3 boxes of chocolate. The pharmacist asks, ”What size, small medium or large?” "One of each." he said, "I’ve been seeing this girl for a while and she’s really beautiful. I want the chocolate because I think tonight¡¦s "the" night. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-12, Matthew 11:9-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Presentation Of Jesus

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 20, 2020

God does extraordinary tings with ordinary people.

The Presentation of Jesus Luke 2:20-40 We now come to the first Sunday after Christmas. This Sunday often sees a lull in attendance as people rest after all their Christmas preparations and celebrations. Christmas is but the beginning of Jesus’ earthly life. All the life of Jesus on earth is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40, Luke 2:21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Present Perfect

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 11, 2011

Our behavior should reflect our relationship with the perfect God, rather than our relationships with imperfect people.

Once upon a time, long long ago, in a galaxy far far away, that passage from Matthew changed my life. Well, it wasn’t another galaxy, exactly, but it was certainly another world. And it certainly feels like a longtime ago. I started working for the Pillsbury Company over 30 years ago. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Into His Presents

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Jun 5, 2021

Problems here on earth and in our lives are short in time compared to our time with our God.

Sermon Title: Into His presents. Scripture Text: 2 Corinthians 4:13- 5:1 We have plenty of troubles, personal and national , to keep us busy with worry and no sleep at night. These troubles even cause us medical problems. Things seem to be getting worse as time passes. Everything is ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Live In The Present Series

Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Jan 2, 2023

It’s a new year. Now what? For some the possibilities seem to be endless, but for others the future appears uncertain with many challenges. Regardless of whether your future seems bright or bleak, here are some things to keep in mind.

I. A Clear Admonition A. In Isaiah 43:18 God gives us a clear admonition; don’t dwell on the past! If you want to make progress in the future, you must leave the past behind. The past is over and gone. Don’t dwell on what could have been or should have been. It is what it is. Leave it at ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18, 2 Corinthians 5:17, 1 Peter 5:7, Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Present Perfect Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Nov 24, 2022

God is always love, and I am to reflect him all the time, regardless of how people behave towards me.

Once upon a time, long long ago, in a galaxy far far away, that passage from Matthew changed my life. Well, it wasn’t another galaxy, exactly, but it was certainly another world. And it certainly feels like a long time ago. I started working for the Pillsbury Company over 40 years ago. But this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Lord Is Present Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jul 9, 2022

In Ezekiel 48:34 we find a compound name of God. Jehovah-Shammah. The Lord is there. The Lord is present. The intimacy of the relationship between God and man is expressed in this name.

It was freezing cold outside and the furnace was broken. The repairman was called, and the furnace was fixed. It was an easy fix for the furnace repairman. The blowers were working but the fire was out. Once the fire was relit the furnace was working fine. Without living in the presence of God, as ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 48:35

Denomination: Baptist

The Presentation Of The Lamb

Contributed by Terry Hovey on Apr 1, 2023

Beloved friends, the Lamb of God has been presented to you. Will you believe in Him and receive Him? Or will you continue to turn and walk away? The choice is yours. The destiny of your soul is at stake. What will you do?

The Presentation of the Lamb Mat 21:1-11 (Mk 11:1-10; Lk 19:28-40; Jh 12:12-19) Mat 21:1-11 Now when they drew near Jerusalem, and came to Bethphage, at the Mount of Olives, then Jesus sent two disciples, (2) saying to them, "Go into the village opposite you, and immediately you will find a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11, Mark 11:1-10, Luke 19:28-40, John 12:12-19

Denomination: Methodist

The Undervalued Present

Contributed by Artgen Clemencia on Oct 17, 2023

God has given us a gift that has so much value. Yet, we chose to ignore His wisdoms and teachings. We, as Christians, must turn to the Bible to seek the Lord for His countless wisdom. Our instruction manual for life.

Introduction: The annual Christmas season is one of the most celebrated holidays in the entire world, regardless of the demographic. And gift-giving is probably the highlight of the event. It is the very expression of the Christmas spirit– celebrating “togetherness” through cheerful giving. But ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 7:13-14, Leviticus 2:2, Colossians 2:9-10, John 19:38-40, 2 Timothy 2:16-17, Proverbs 27:5-6, 1 Corinthians 16:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

We Exist To Evangelize Series

Contributed by Matthew Smith on Sep 24, 2002

Helping students realize that we exist as a Student Ministry to evangelize the world.

If you brought your Bibles, I want you to hold them up in the air and repeat this after me: This is the Bible It’s the Word of God And it has the power To change my life God help me to understand it And to live it out in my daily life In the past several weeks we have been reminded of why we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

We Exist To Evangelize

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 19, 2002

This is the fifth in a series of 5 on why our church exists.

June 3, 2001 John 4:1- 38 ¡§We exist to evangelize¡¨ INTRODUCTION [read Mat 28:19-20] Question ¡V what I just read ¡V is it a suggestion or a command? [command] What do we call it when we refuse to obey one of God¡¦s commands? [sin] What happens to the individual or the church that is ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-38

Denomination: Baptist

We Exist To Serve

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 19, 2002

This is the third in a five-part series on why we exist as a church.

May 20, 2001 Luke 10:30-35 ¡§We exist to serve¡¨ INTRODUCTION A boy stopped before a large marble plaque in the church. "What are all those names for?" he asked the minister. ¡§Sonny," said the minister, "those are in memory of all the people who died in the service." The boy replied: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:30-35

Denomination: Baptist