Sermons on Above Average:

Living Above Offences Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 22, 2025

Offences are part of life, especially for those walking with God. However, they don’t have to control or hinder you. You have the power through the Holy Spirit to live above them.

LIVING ABOVE OFFENCES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 17:1-5 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 19:11, Matthew 18:7, Psalm 119:165, Colossians 3:13, Romans 12:17-21 INTRODUCTION: Offences are an inevitable part of life. Jesus clearly stated in Luke 17:1 that offences will come, meaning no ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Rising Above Setbacks

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 17, 2025

Setbacks are real, but so is the power of God to lift you again. You may have lost time, opportunities, or confidence, but God can restore you.

RISING ABOVE SETBACKS: HOW TO BOUNCE BACK STRONGER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Micah 7:8 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 24:16, Romans 8:28, Job 14:7-9, 2 Corinthians 4:8-9, Psalm 37:23-24 INTRODUCTION: Setbacks are not signs of defeat—they are opportunities for comebacks. Every believer, at ...read more

Scripture: Micah 7:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living Above Reproach

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 19, 2025

Living above reproach does not mean being perfect, but it means being so transparent, honest, and consistent in your walk with God that accusations find no ground.

LIVING ABOVE REPROACH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Timothy 3:2-7 Supporting Texts: Titus 1:6-9, Proverbs 10:9, Psalm 15:1-5, Hebrews 12:14, 1 Peter 2:12 INTRODUCTION: In a world filled with challenges, accusations, and moral pitfalls, living a life that is above reproach is essential for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:2-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Help From Above PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Good morning, brothers and sisters. We gather here today to delve into the comforting words of Psalms 121:1-2: "I lift up my eyes to the mountains—where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the maker of heaven and earth." Max Lucado once said, "The presence of fear does not mean you ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-2

Topics: Help, Above

Being Born From Above

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 11, 2006

Being "born again" and being "born from above" are different sides of the same coin. Christ Jesus says, we cannot enter the kingdom of God without a dramatic, spiritual change. Putting it another way, we have to be born of the spirit from above.

Being Born From Above – John 3: 1 - 17 Intro: 3 men died and were standing at the pearly gates. “What have you done to deserve heaven?” asked Peter. The 1st man, a police officer, said, “I enforced the law and fought crime.” Peter said, “OK, go on in.” The 2nd was a wealthy man who said, “I ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

I Am From Above

Contributed by Rick Burdette on May 21, 2018

How We See Jesus, How We See Other People

I AM - I AM from Above May 27, 2018 John 8:12-23 (p. 746) Introduction: [For the 15 years I ministered in Louisville I had the privilege of being on WJIE the Christian radio station 3 times a day doing a “Ministry Minute.” 60 seconds of encouragement, scripture, or just a ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Seek Those Things Above Series

Contributed by Chris Sparkman on Oct 22, 2001

Many times it is necessary for us to get back to the basics, we do that here by learning to first of all, seek those things above!

Basic Principles of the Christian Life Part I Seek Those Things Above Colossians 3:1-4 Throughout Chapter 2 of the book of Colossians, Paul talked about different dangers that threaten to pull us away from Christ. These dangers led to believers only demonstrating an outward Christianity. In ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

I'm Over And Above

Contributed by Charles Jones on Jan 14, 2003

Just when the enemy thought he had you,he found out that you still had more power! This is a powerful message.

As we have opportunity to observe and survey the lives of many believers we will find that they all had or have one thing in common.They were either going through something or coming out of something.Many times when we face tests and trials,we feel as if God has forsaken us and that he ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Name Above All Names

Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Jan 22, 2003

This message takes a look at the greatness of Christ by looking at who He is and the implications His identity has on our lives.

I recently came across an article in the Outlook magazine that caught my attention, and it really convicted me. Let me read it to you, it’s simply a paragraph long with some possible answers. “If someone watched you in worship last week, reading your body language, your facial expression and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-18

Denomination: Methodist

Living Life Above The Circumstances Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 13, 2004

Every life has good and bad circumstances. As Christians, we live life above those circumstances.

SERIES: “LESSONS FROM THE EARLY CHURCH” TEXT: ACTS 6:8-15 TITLE: “LIVING LIFE ABOVE THE CIRCUMSTANCES” INTRODUCTION: A. Some of you may have heard of Wilma Rudolph. She was a successful Olympic athlete in the 1960’s, but most do not know her ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:8-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Name Above Every Name Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 27, 2004

Specifically we’re going to take a look at the process that Jesus went through for us because there are certainly elements of His coming that don’t sound quite right.

Have you ever received a Christmas present that you didn’t really like? Here’s what you should say if you get a gift that underwhelms you. * Hey! There’s a gift! * Well, well, well… * This is perfect for wearing around the basement. * To think…I got this the year I vowed to give ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:6-11

Denomination: Baptist

Rising Above Doubts And Fears

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Jan 30, 2005

Eight realizations for dealing with trouble.

The book of Second Corinthians is about trouble so we’re going to use a small passage from chapter four of this letter to gather some clues on how to deal with our trouble. This is the last sermon in the series "How to Have a Great Year!". We’ve learned that if we’re going to have a great year ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-18

Denomination: Baptist

Our God Of Above And Beyond

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Sep 25, 2005

When we expect great things from God and are prepared to be part of His kingdom work of seeking and saving that which is lost. He will do things beyond our imagination to enable and propel us for His Glory.

Intro: Writing Ephesians probably from a place of house arrest Paul is trying to encourage the Christians in Ephesus to love God and love one another. The reason is that the love of God and love of the brethren will unify the body of Christ. In this letter we see that the first prayer for the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:10-21

Denomination: Baptist

Righteous Hand From Above

Contributed by Troy Borst on Feb 7, 2003

Funeral for a NON Believer

RIGHTEOUS HAND FROM ABOVE ISAIAH 41:10 PASSAGE: “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous hand.” I. THE WORLDLY REALITY OF HURT A. Unfortunately, God never says that our lives will be free ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:10, Ephesians 3:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Rising Above Spiritual Mediocrity

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Feb 24, 2007

God desires that we continue to move closer to Him in our race toward heaven.

February 4, 2007 Morning Worship Text: Matthew 19:16-22; Ephesians 3:14-20 Subject: Living for Jesus Title: Rising Above Spiritual Mediocrity This guy sees a sign in front of a house: "Talking Dog for Sale." He rings the bell and the owner tells him the dog is in the backyard. The guy goes into ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God