Sermons on Ascend:

First Comes Our Transformation - Lastly Comes Our Transfiguration

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Feb 18, 2020

We will join Jesus, Moses and Elijah and we will be transfigured in that glory.

Message/Devotion February 23, 2020 Matthew 17:1-9 First Comes Our Transformation – Lastly Comes OUR Transfiguration The Reading Jesus Transfigured on the Mount 17 Now after six days Jesus took Peter, James, and John his brother, led them up on a high mountain by themselves; 2 and He was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:44-46, Matthew 17:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Amazed On A Mountain

Contributed by J Bernard Taylor on Feb 22, 2020

The highlight of Jesus' pilgrimage to earth is his transformation on the mountain. The disciples were amazed as their eyes beheld Christ in all his glory.

AMAZED ON A MOUNTAIN Introduction: Jesus identified himself as the Son of God on the mountain of transfiguration, (Matthew 17), on Mount Calvary, (Matthew 27:32), and on the mountain of resurrection. (Matthew 28:16) We stand in amazement with the disciples and others who witnessed the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Study Of The Establishment Of The Church Series

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Jul 21, 2015

The Study Of The Establishment Of The Church

The Study Of The Establishment Of The Church Matthew 16:18 (KJV) 18 And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. In our last lesson we noticed from Isaiah 2:2-3, Joel 2:28-29, and Daniel 2:44 that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Foursquare

The Sun Rose Above Him

Contributed by Clement Swarnappa on Jun 30, 2023

Today, we may have many of us who are Jacob's , and some who are still trying to become a Jacob. Is being Jacob a blessing?

Genesis 32:31 The sun rose above him as he passed Peniel,[a] and he was limping because of his hip. A great turnover in the life of Jacob. Jacob was a man who struggled with man, and wrestled with God ( Remember, he did not struggle with God) Today, we may have many of us who are Jacob's , ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Satan In The Beginning Series

Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Aug 10, 2022

In the beginning, Satan was an angel named Lucifer. Lucifer sinned and was cast out of Heaven. We next see him in the Garden of Eden as the serpent.

********** Lucifer was Satan’s original name when he was an angel. He was full of wisdom and perfect in beautiful. 1. Anointed Cherub O Lucifer, son of the morning! Isaiah 14:12 The word of the Lord came to me, saying, “Son of man, take up a lamentation upon the king of Tyrus (represents ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:8, Isaiah 14:12-16, Luke 10:18, Revelation 12:7-9, Revelation 12:12, Acts 16:20, Ezekiel 28:11-18, Revelation 12:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Apostles' Creed, Biblical?

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 14, 2022

The Apostolic or Apostles’ Creed contains twelve articles of faith that are essential biblical and apostolic doctrines that have been believed throughout church history.

The Apostolic or Apostles’ Creed is reputed to have either originated with the apostles or later. Its source is a mystery. It contains twelve articles of faith that are essential biblical and apostolic doctrines that have been believed throughout church history. 1. I believe in God the Father ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:6, John 3:16, Luke 1:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Risen (John 20)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 11, 2025

To whom did Jesus first appear after His resurrection? Let's look at John 20.

Who did Jesus first reveal Himself to after His resurrection? Do we believe the important declaration that Thomas made about Jesus? Let’s look at John 20. Who came to the tomb early that Sunday morning? Early in the morning of the first day of the week, while it was still dark, Mary Magdalene ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Died For Me

Contributed by Robert Glass on Jan 1, 2016

To recognize hoe Jesus gave his life for me

Jesus Died For Me Robert A. Glass 9/14/15 He died for me, So I could live. He cleansed my sins, And did forgive. And now I walk, A narrow path. Led on by God, Or face His Wrath. One day soon, My life will end To Heaven’s gate, I will ascend. And then I’ll walk Forever more, On ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:20-50

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

O Worship The Lord Series

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Mar 3, 2006

One of a series on the Book of Psalms. All psalms have to do with worship, but some have significant emphasis on our worship of God.

O Worship The Lord Delivered on February 5, 2006 By The Rev. Dr. W. Maynard Pittendreigh Senior Pastor Mpittendreigh@goodshepherdpc.org Psalm 24:1-10 1 The earth is the LORD’s, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it; 2 for he founded it upon the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Does A Christian Look Like? Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 25, 2005

Do you know what a Christian should be like? It may surprise you to learn what God approves of and what He wants to take out of your character.

What is your idea of what a Christian should be like? I did a Google search using those words the other day and came with the most unbelievable site I think I have ever seen. I won’t mention the name of the church but the page that came up was entitled: "How does God spot a Christian?" I thought ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Keep On Celebrating The Lord's Ascension

Contributed by Daniel Habben on May 22, 2007

Keep On Celebrating the Lord’s Ascension 1) With a worry-free life 2) With a power-filled life

“5, 4, 3, 2, 1…lift off!” I’ve always thought it would be cool to watch a rocket being launched into space. As the rocket would struggle to escape earth’s grip, the sound must be deafening and the ground must shake under your feet. As exciting as it would be to watch a rocket blast off from its ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:44-53

Denomination: Lutheran

H Is For Help, Helper Series

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on May 30, 2007

A study of the word Help/Helper

Introduction 1. A blonde goes to the post office to buy stamps for her Christmas cards... She says to the clerk, "May I have 50 Christmas stamps?" The clerk says, "What denomination?" The blonde says, "God help us! Has it come to this? Give me 6 Catholic, 12 Presbyterian 10 Lutheran 10 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:28

Denomination: Nazarene

The Major Events At The Cross Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Sep 20, 2011

We are going to divide this passage into 8 events to get a better understanding of what is happening. This is not an unfamiliar story to most Christians but maybe we can learn yet a little more about it.

The most significant event in history is the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. We are saved by His death. Because He died, we live. But there IS a condition. We have to believe, and it’s the necessity for belief that John stressed throughout his gospel. He was an eyewitness of the crucifixion, and ...read more

Scripture: John 19:16-37

Denomination: Baptist

Understanding Revelation #8 Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Oct 9, 2008

In chapters 10-11 of Revelation, we will explore the mysterious identities of the angel with the little scroll, and the two witnesses.

SESSION #8: REVELATION #10 – THE ANGEL AND THE SMALL SCROLL: “I saw still another mighty angel coming down from heaven, clothed with a cloud. And a rainbow was on his head, his face was like the sun, and his feet like pillars of fire.” (Rev. 10:1). Some interpreters believe this angel could be ...read more

Denomination: *other

The Year 1517

Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 20, 2009

A sermon on Ephesians 4:7-10. (Material adapted from Precious Gifts from the King by Marc Bertrand on Sermon Central)

Sermon for 8/16/2009 Ephesians 4:7-10 Introduction: On the 31st of October, in the year 1517, a young monk, strode to the door of the Castle Church in Wittenberg, in the German state of Saxony. With his hammer he nailed to that door a series of propositions, items for debate. Spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ