Sermons on Above The Bar:

Introduction To Book Of Micah

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Mar 28, 2010

Background to the 4th largest book of the Minor Prophets

Intro: 1. Kyle Yates, “It is good to find a worthy champion of the poor who has courage and power to deliver an effective message…His profound sympathy with the oppressed people came to life in unforgettable words. His spirit burned with righteous indignation as he saw the rank ...read more

Scripture: Micah 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Tale Of Two Crosses Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 4, 2018

A church in Texas is planning to build the largest cross in the Western Hemisphere. But Jesus didn't build His church this way. He built His church on a different kind of cross. Do you know what cross that was?

OPEN: Down in Corpus Christi Texas, a church broke ground about 2 years to build a huge cross – 150 feet tall. But, they do everything big down in Texas and once they’d broken ground they decided they hadn't dreamed big enough. Now they plan to build that cross to be 230 feet tall and 95 feet wide ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Bruce Almighty (Me Almighty) Series

Contributed by Don Hawks on Nov 26, 2003

This is the first of a series of sermons based on movie themes, an idea I borrowed from West Family Church in the Kansas City area while I was visiting there this summer. We are not wired to play God.

SLIDE 1 BRUCE ALMIGHTY (ME ALMIGHTY) Stop Playing God and Discover God Almighty’s Plan Good morning and welcome to Bethany—greet guests, etc. SLIDE 2 How many of you have been to the movies this summer? It seems like I get to the movies more in the summer than any other time. How does that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:11-12, 1 Timothy 6:11-12

Denomination: Methodist

The Power Of God's Word: Transformed By Truth Jeremiah 23:28 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 26, 2024

Jeremiah 23:28 is a profound and timely message. Three key points: The Distinction of God's Word, The Impact of God's Word, and The Responsibility of God's Messengers.

The Power of God's Word: Transformed by Truth Jeremiah 23:28 Introduction: Today, we gather to explore a profound and timely message from the book of Jeremiah. Our primary text is Jeremiah 23:28. Let's read this verse together from the New Living Translation: Jeremiah 23:28 (NLT): ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 23:28, Isaiah 55:11, Hebrews 4:12, Psalm 19:7-8, John 6:63, 2 Timothy 4:2, 1 Peter 4:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Breaking Barriers Through The Power Of God Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 30, 2025

When God arises, barriers collapse, and gates open. He specialises in making ways where there are no ways.

BREAKING BARRIERS THROUGH THE POWER OF GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 45:1-3 Supporting Texts: Zechariah 4:6-7, Psalm 18:29, Acts 12:7-10, 2 Corinthians 10:4, Jeremiah 1:18-19 INTRODUCTION: Life is full of barriers—spiritual, emotional, relational, financial, and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 45:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Under Construction

Contributed by Scott Gipson on Feb 20, 2001

GOD IS STILL WORKING ON US...

“Under construction” Phil 1:6 Intro: Many may look at this steel bar and see nothing to it. A). Others may see a steel bar that has a limited use at best. B). A blacksmith sees this as a $10 horseshoe. C). A manufacturer sees this as $350 worth of sewing needles. D). A watch maker can turn this ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The God Of Second Chances

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jan 30, 2003

The miracle of water into wine

Langham, Field Dalling and Thornage 26-01-03 Jesus’ first miracle: Turning water into wine (Jn 2:1-11) Illustration: THE MARS BAR QUESTION Do any of you know a show on television "Wheel of Fortune" in the UK? It is a show where the contestants have to guess a word or phrase, based on ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Anglican

Proper Attire Required

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 20, 2018

A study in the book of Exodus 39: 1 – 43

Exodus 39: 1 – 43 Proper Attire Required 39 Of the blue, purple, and scarlet thread they made garments of ministry, for ministering in the holy place, and made the holy garments for Aaron, as the LORD had commanded Moses. 2 He made the ephod of gold, blue, purple, and scarlet thread, and of fine ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Do We Have A Prayer? Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 13, 2013

Prayer is powerful! It must be caught and taught to be effective!

1. The need to pray A mother and her children were taking a tour of New York City and were in awe of St. Patrick’s Cathedral. The children were especially curious about the votive candles at the front of the cathedral, so the mother invited each of them to light one. She explained it was customary ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Opposition At Paphos Series

Contributed by A. David Hart on Aug 22, 2007

To get the listener to understand that although we will face opposition from many, we are still on the winning side.

OPPOSITION AT PAPHOS Acts 13:6-12 My brothers and sisters life is full of opposition. Even in the smallest of things such as playing your favorite game or choosing a place of worship there will always be someone who will oppose you. Even in nature we ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:6-13, Acts 13:13-52

Denomination: Baptist

Daniel In The Den Of Lions Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 26, 2014

Message about how Daniel got in and out of the den of lions. Not just the pit but also the people.

Title: Daniel in the Den of Lions Theme: Trusting God for His Deliverance. Text: Daniel 6 Daniel 6:1-28 (1) It pleased Darius to set over the kingdom one hundred and twenty satraps, to be over the whole kingdom; (2) and over these, three governors, of whom Daniel was one, that the satraps might ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-28

Denomination: Church Of God

Applying God's Word To Our Lives

Contributed by George Crumbly on Nov 25, 2008

To encourage the reader to turn to and apply God’s word in their life for any and all situations

APPLICATION by George Crumbly Humphrey UMC 10/12/2008 Hebrews 4: 12 I thank God today for His Word!! I was thinking this week when the Lord called me to preach back in 1983, I was laid up in a hospital in Texarkana Texas recouping from a torn ACL in my right knee that I received while halter ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12

Denomination: Methodist

Jesus Didn't Die On The Cross For Your Sins! Series

Contributed by Kerry O'neill on Mar 9, 2010

Jesus didn't die (just) for your sins; He died for YOU and He deserves to get what He paid for.

An older gentleman was driving home from work when his cell phone rang. His wife was on the line in a panic and said, "Honey, be careful driving. I just saw on the TV that some maniac is driving the wrong way on the interstate!" The old man replies, "One? There's hundreds of them!" That story ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:19-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love What Matters Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

God's love is eternal and unconditional, unlike the temporary and conditional love of the world. We must make a daily decision to choose God's love and values over worldly desires.

Imagine you're starving, and you have a choice between a candy bar and a healthy meal. The candy bar might taste good for a moment, but it won't fill you up or give you the nutrients you need. That's like choosing the world's temporary pleasures over God's lasting love. That's like choosing the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Topics: Spiritual Growth, Divine Love, Materialism, Spiritual Priorities

Jesus: Lord Of Time And Space Series

Contributed by Richard White on Apr 30, 2004

Not just the elements of nature, but time and space are subject to Jesus

Jesus Lord of Time and Space. John 4:46-54 There was, some time ago, a certain church group who had informed a certain bar owner that they had been praying for his bar to burn down. A little while later a terrible thunder and lightning storm had appeared. The lightning struck the bar and caused ...read more

Scripture: John 4:46-54

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ