Sermons on Above Not Beneath:

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

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

A Name Above All Names

Contributed by Mark Roper on Jan 5, 2008

Topic: Jesus’ name defines our relationship to him, and his relationship to us. Application: He wants to guide you through your daily life.

A Name Above all Names What’s in a name? 1. A name does more than simply identify one among many. Often a name evokes the image of a person, as well as events, hopes, and joys tied to that person. 2. In Biblical times, people placed great importance on a name; it defined their character and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-8

Denomination: Church Of God

Being Born From Above

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 29, 2008

Jesus tells Nicodemus that he must be willing to be changed into the person God would have him be. And I believe what Jesus said to Nicodemus applies to families and churches as well as to individuals.

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

The Gift Above All Others

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 6, 2006

Receive the Christmas gift from God. Appreciate the heart of the Giver. Understand that the love of God is all we need. Cultivate a grateful heart. Be thankful to God for His blessings.

All of us receive gifts – at birthdays, Christmas or even lucky draws. • We have the experience of receiving a gift and knowing the joy of receiving a gift. • I believe we remember some, but not all the gifts we’ve received. • Can you remember all the gifts you’ve received last Christmas? Maybe ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Living Above The Mayhem Of Life Series

Contributed by Dale Hummel on May 14, 2008

How to experience and radiate the supernatural life of Christ.

Series: The Sweet Life Message: Living Above The Mayhem of Life Text: Galatians 5:22-23 As we move into this second message in our series The Sweet Life I want to invite you to discover with me how to experience and radiate the fruit of God’s love, joy and peace! Let’s start by discovering how ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It Is Jesus Above All Else

Contributed by W. Alderman on Jan 9, 2009

When Paul compared himself to Jesus, he knew that Jesus was everything and in comparison he was nothing.

“It’s Jesus Above All Else” Text: Philippians 3:4-14 W. Max Alderman Introduction: In this section Paul states his attainments. 1. He was so loyal a Jew that he had never lost the Hebrew speech. 2. He was not only a religious Jew, he was a member of their ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-14

Denomination: Baptist

Name Above All Names

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Dec 2, 2009

If the name is Jesus, everything is in that name! His name is the source of our salvation. His name is the hope of our hearts. His name can lift the greatest burdens. His name can comfort the broken heart ... His Name is above all names.

Opening illustration: Well, in the Bible, names are very important and they are significant in other cultures as well. Talking about the Mexican Indians, and somehow or another something of their culture comes up, and the face is very important to an Indian, just as it is in the Orient, we know of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Name Above Every Name

Contributed by James Roberts on Dec 13, 2009

Jesus has the name that is above every name. Here's why.

THE NAME ABOVE EVERY NAME Phil. 2:5-11 Shakespeare tells us that there is nothing in a name. “A rose by any other name would smell just as sweet.” He is wrong. If I gave you a check for a million dollars – it would be worthless. But a similar check with Rockefeller’s ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Rising Above Petty Rivalry Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 7, 2010

God prepares us for conflict so we will rejoice in the gospel rather than resent petty rivalry.

Scripture Introduction Nostalgia means “sentimental reflection,” mixed feelings of happiness, sadness, and longing when recalling the past. Nostalgia can create more than warm feelings, however; it can determine our expectations. Probably all of us have either thought it ourselves, or heard others ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:15-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Live Above The Worldly Line

Contributed by Larry La Douceur on May 27, 2009

“SOAR” We weren’t raised with Christ and left in the graveyard, we weren’t raised with Christ to mire in muck...

Live Above the Worldly Line Colossians 3:1 If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. 2 Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth. (ESV) It is obvious from the Scripture we just read ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Rising Above The "See Level"!!!

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Jan 15, 2018

Yours truly aims to cast his spotlight on three instances in The Bible where the main characters’ in their relationship with another individual focused on invisible spiritual factors rather than the plainly visible physical ones’ for their own good!!!

Rising above the “see” level!!! “Do the seeing really see” wondered aloud the popular blind author cum lecturer namely Helen Keller in one of her lectures reminiscing her interactions with the husbands who weren’t able to recollect immediately ...read more

Denomination: *other

Name Above All Names

Contributed by John Stackhouse on Mar 16, 2016

Focusing on the power in the name of Jesus

Jesus. His name is one of the most polarizing words in the world. If you utter His name in the Arab world, though their Koran considers Him a prophet, you would instantly be met with hatred and persecution. If you were to say His name in Israel, they won’t hate you but they are likely to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:6-7

Denomination: Nazarene