Sermons on Above Not Beneath:

Grand Theft Donkey

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Mar 26, 2021

God may be calling us to a task we do not feel worthy to do.

Grand Theft Donkey Mark 11: 1 - 11 Intro: As I begin the message today, I want you to close your eyes following my directions while using your imagination. Imagine you have finally reached a place in life when you are able to buy the vehicle you have always dreamed of owning. You have that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Visionary View: Under The Wings Of Angels Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 12, 2023

Psalm 91:11 is like a beacon of hope, a reminder of God's divine protection.

"Visionary View: Under the Wings of Angels" Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Today, we gather to explore a powerful promise found in Psalm 91:11 from the New Living Translation of the Bible: "For he will order his angels to protect you wherever you go." This verse is like ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Obstacles In God-Ordained Marriages Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 27, 2024

In this sermon, we will explore common obstacles that can hinder God-ordained marriages and provide guidance on how to overcome them.

God-ordained marriages are built on a foundation of faith, love, and commitment. However, even in these sacred unions, obstacles can arise, testing the couple's resolve and devotion. In this sermon, we will explore common obstacles that can hinder God-ordained marriages and provide guidance on ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:9, Ephesians 4:29

Don't Be Fooled By Those Who Wear Holy Faces On Sunday But Harbor Poison In Their Hearts.

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 20, 2025

Not everyone who wears Sunday clothes is a saint; some carry Monday poison....

The Mask of Deception In the realm of the righteous, where the Sunday best is donned with pride, beware the whispers of the wolf in sheep's clothing. For they come bearing gifts of deceit, their outward appearance a contrast to the venom that festers within. The Warning "Beware of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-35, Matthew 23:27

Audience One Series

Contributed by Rick Duncan on Sep 13, 2005

You’re not the audience. God is. We are all players, performers who live and worship before Him.

Today, we are wrapping up our series “wired for worship.” But how do you worship God in a world of pain and suffering? The problem is huge. And on August 29, indescribable suffering showed up again as Hurricane Katrina hit the Gulf Coast. Some say that we can still worship God because this was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

0803a Trinity Iii: The Hound Of Heaven, Part I Series

Contributed by Mark Woolsey on Jun 5, 2008

The lesson from these parables is that Jesus DOES give up on some people, and that only seeing it in this way is there any good news. If you think the message of these stories is that God never gives up on anyone, I suggest you have gotten it backwards.

Sermon: The Hound of Heaven, Part I Text: Luke 15:1-10 Occasion: Trinity III (actually given on Trinity II) Who: Mark Woolsey When: Sunday, June 1, 2008 Where: Providence Reformed Episcopal Church Luke 15:1-10, NKJV: Then all the tax collectors and the sinners drew near to Him to hear Him. And ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Faith At Work

Contributed by James Tetley on Jul 2, 2007

An overview of the Christian history of attitudes to work, the need for a renewed sense of call at work, and a renewed sense of mission

Introduction This is above all meant to be a time of encouragement – in my time as a Christian I have heard very few talks on How God sees our work. Mark Green in his book ‘Thank God it’s Monday’ did a survey and found that “over 50% of Christians have never heard a sermon on work, and over 70% ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Exalting Jesus Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 27, 2015

Everything falls into place when we realize that Jesus is First and we are second.

Exalting Jesus Text: John 3:22-36 Introduction 1. Illustration: I’m part of the fellowship of the unashamed. The die has been cast. I have stepped over the line. The decision has been made. I’m a disciple of His. I won’t look back, let up, slow down, back away or be still. My ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36

Denomination: Methodist

5. The Creation Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 2, 2018

Creation - From a "functional" rather than a "materialistic" Lens

IN GOD'S IMAGE 5 - THE CREATION This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning with God in ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 45:18, Genesis 1:1-2, Genesis 2:2-3

Denomination: Christian Church

The Real Story Of Noah

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Apr 5, 2014

The Darren Aronfsky film NOAH has created interest in the Bible. This sermon compares the story in the film with the biblical account and provides a way to discuss the film with friends.

I went to see Darren Aronofsky’s “NOAH” last Saturday Night. Kim was away at the ladies retreat and when the movie was over, she sent me a text. “Was it true to the Bible?” I replied, “well, they did spell NOAH right!” That my friends is about where the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Trinity 2 - A Love Story Series

Contributed by Stephen Fournier on Oct 31, 2012

Message on the Triune nature of God and it’s importance

THE TRINITY II A Love Story 09/30/12 One of the things that I have taken notice of with our culture is that so often people confuse desire with love. I believe, in fact that desire and love are very different. But because we confuse these two emotions, we tend to use the term “love” in the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 8:10

Denomination: Bible Church

A Lordly Dish Of Butter

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012

Temptation is a fight for all Christians.

Judges 5:24-27 KJV Blessed above women shall Jael the wife of Heber the Kenite be, blessed shall she be above women in the tent. [25] He asked water, and she gave him milk; she brought forth butter in a lordly dish. [26] She put her hand to the nail, and her right hand to the workmen's hammer; ...read more

Scripture: Judges 5:24-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Crossing The Threshold-4

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 18, 2018

4 of 4. Amos declared God’s strained relationship with His people. Thus a failed relationship with God evokes His wrath. What specifically does a failed relationship with God evoke(bring about/cause)? A failed relationship with God evokes...

CROSSING The THRESHOLD-IV—Amos 1:1-2 Attention: An air filter for your home’s air handler The air filter can become so clogged with pollutants that they overwhelm the system’s intent—to provide fresh unpolluted air to the home. As a result, too much stress is put on the systems that draw the air ...read more

Scripture: Amos 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Idolatry Is The Issue Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 15, 2018

In this introduction to the series, we discuss what idolatry is and how it is still a problem in our modern times.

A. Can you guess what is the number one problem in the Bible? 1. It is the problem that more than 1,000 verses speak of? a. It is the problem that more than 50 of the laws in the first five books of the Bible are directed against. b. In Judaism it was one of only four sins to which the death ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:21, Exodus 20:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Judgment Begins With The House Of God Series

Contributed by Pastor Jeff Hughes on Jan 9, 2014

It's time to stand! Message on the Ten Commandments

It's Time To Stand Earlier this week, I was kind of stuck in a rut. I am sure that many of you have had that happen to you, and it happens to pastors as well. In short, I felt somewhat "stuck in neutral". The game plan, after a sabbatical of sorts from preaching in Revelation was to return to ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:2-17

Denomination: Bible Church