Sermons on Above And Beyond:

Jesus Is The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Timm Meyer on May 19, 2011

EASTER 4 - Jesus is the Good Shepherd who loves his sheep to and even beyond death. Jesus is the Good Shepherd who wants all sheep in his flock.

JESUS IS THE GOOD SHEPHERD (Outline) May 15, 2011 - Easter 4 - JOHN 10:11-16 INTRO: Not too many people today have the job of being a shepherd. The job of a modern day shep-herd has greatly changed since the time of Jesus. A shepherd is still vital in taking care of the sheep. At ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-16

Denomination: Lutheran

Together For The Glory Of God Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jun 3, 2013

Unity in the Body of Christ goes beyond fondness for the people of Christ. It is a supernatural work that results in surrendering our rights for the sake of others. Learn the essentials and the expressions of unity in this message.

Intro: Tonto and the Lone Ranger were riding through a canyon together when all of a sudden both sides were filled with Indian warriors on horses, dressed for battle. The Lone Ranger turned to Tonto and asked, “What are we going to do?” Tonto replied, “What you mean ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Easter Day (Matthew 28:1-7 )

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 12, 2007

The disciples look for the body of Jesus, but He is not there! He has already gone on ahead of them somewhere, just as He continues to keep moving beyond our reach!...

When I went to seminary - to Moore College in Newtown - there was a resident chapel there known as the Cash Chapel (named after the guy who donated it, not after how he paid for it). Now when people set up a church building or a chapel, they tend to design it with the communion table at the centre, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-7

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Made Alive In Christ Series

Contributed by Aarron Ellerman on Apr 30, 2008

God brings us from being spiritually dead, unable and unwilling to help ourselves. But God not only made us alive but gave us an inheritance beyond description.

Series: Ephesians: How To Walk God’s Trail Text: Ephesians 2:1-7 Title: “Made Alive In Christ” I. What We Were (1-3) • “And you...who were dead” o What does it mean when the Bible says we were dead? o Dead is an interesting word, while it does mean “without life” it also means “useless,” ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

I Believe! Help Me In My Unbelief

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Apr 13, 2009

A person can grow up in a Christian home and still not believe. Here is practical application to help folks move beyond their unbelief. Preached on Easter, but applicable any Sunday.

So, I’m walking through the Museum of Biblical Archeology in Jerusalem, and I’m walking through an area with various kinds of pottery on display, and there in front of me is this absolutely perfectly preserved water jug. It stopped me cold. Now understand, as far as ancient pottery goes, it is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-49

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Word Of Hope Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 19, 2019

God's plan for Israel and Jerusalem goes beyond the current struggles the people are facing. The future is beautiful and glorious. God will establish His Kingdom through Israel.

Zechariah started to speak when the remnant resumed the rebuilding of the Temple. • His first words were ‘repent and return to God’, never to repeat the mistake of the past and reject God again. • They would have understood, having suffered the wrath of God and 70 years in exile. God has not ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 2:1-13, Ephesians 2:12-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Are The Results Of My Generosity? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 24, 2019

What can I expect to see happen when I am generous? Obviously, the financial need will be met, but is there more beyond that? This passage points to 7 results.

THE RESULT OF MY GENEROSITY? We usually presume the only result of my generosity is that a need gets met. - There is a need expressed, someone gives, and so that need gets met. Game over, end of story, right? - We’ve been digging for weeks now into chapter 9, which has so much to teach about ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

Mind Of Christ Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on May 3, 2019

Paul talks about two themes as Like-mindedness and lowly-mindedness in Philippians 2 to describe the humility of Christ or the mind of Christ. Paul demands affection beyond apprehension.

Theme: “Mind of Christ” Text: Philippians 2:1-11 Introduction: This chapter has two themes as Like-mindedness and lowly-mindedness. Paul demands affection beyond apprehension. This passage has the eschatological Hymnal. Kummel says this is the “Kerygma of Christ”. Bruce says this passage is the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Even In A Catastrophe, We Should Glorify The Lord By Our Lives Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 8, 2020

In heaven, then, when we succeed in becoming like Christ as His servants and siblings, the Father will give us honors beyond anything we could hope for.

Monday of the 19th Week in Course: St. Lawrence One of the directions we deacons can give at the end of Holy Mass says “Go in peace, glorifying the Lord by your life.” The idea is to go out from the Eucharistic celebration and bear fruit, bringing the Gospel to your friends and colleagues. That ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-10, John 12:24-26

Denomination: Catholic

3: Ready To Proclaim The Gospel Of Peace Series

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Dec 1, 2019

God calls us to go beyond just spiritually surviving our even flourishing within our souls. He calls us to go out and make a difference.

We return to Ephesians, chapter 6, for our sermon text this morning. Now hear the word of God, from the Apostle Paul "Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his power. Put on the whole armor of God, so that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-17, Isaiah 6:9, Hebrews 4:12, Mark 4:1-20, Isaiah 55:11  (view more)  (view less)

It Will Be Worth It All!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 17, 2017

The writer of Hebrews seeks to encourage and remind them that those who are faithful to God have always faced persecution, but that the end result will be a glorious victory even beyond their imagination.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: Hebrews 11:32-12:3 "It will be worth it all when we see Jesus, Life's trials will seem so small when we see Christ; One glimpse of His dear face all sorrow will erase, So bravely run the race till we see ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Light All The Way Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 22, 2021

God alone is the source of light that is beyond man's capacity to discover. In this prayer God is seen as the God of nature and history, but the strongest focus is on God as the source of revelation.

Abraham Lincoln was greatly disturbed during the Civil War because he was so often given advice or denounced by persons speaking out of a vacuum of information an a reservoir of ignorance. One of his favorite stories was concerning a backwoods traveler lost in a terrific thunderstorm. He ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:22

Easter - 2020

Contributed by Steve Woods (Pastor Woody) on Apr 22, 2020

Easter is one of our most holy of celebrations as a Christian. This is the day our Lord, defeated the world and proved He was, beyond the shadow of doubt, truly... the Son of God!

I’ve always talked about how difficult it sometimes is to write something for everyone each week. We’ve all heard God’s words and, hopefully, have listened intently and realized the Love He has for us and the sacrifice His Son made to free us from ourselves. This week, my task was not all that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:22, Matthew 26:39, Luke 4:5-8, Isaiah 53:4-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Two Kinds Of Religion

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 5, 2018

In the midst of church scandals, can we look beyond human sins and see God at work? We religious leaders are the object of Jesus’ greatest criticisms; will we listen?

In the midst of church scandals, can we look beyond human sins and see God at work? We religious leaders are the object of Jesus’ greatest criticisms; will we listen? Let’s discuss the two ways of being, the takers and givers in the context of Mark 12:38-44. Outward Show Mark 12:38-39 In His ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:38-44

Denomination: Baptist

Is There An Expiration Date On Eternal Life?

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jul 7, 2014

Christians have two experiences that lie ahead for them. The first is physical death/the end of this earthly road; the second is the life hereafter (Eternity beyond this life & world.)

Is There an Expiration Date on Eternal Life? (Doctrinal Sermon on Perseverance of the Saints) March 2, 2014 Chester’s FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A Christians have two experiences that lie ahead for them. 1 The first is physical death/the end of this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:2-5

Denomination: Baptist