Sermons on Bear Up:

Never Give Up Series

Contributed by Thomas Armbruster on Jun 7, 2021

Church, some of you have been asking me, when can I set my burden down? When can I give up?

WHEN CAN I GIVE UP? Matthew 11: 28-30 Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” Church, some ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30, Micah 6:8

All Mixed Up

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 21, 2023

How do we know where we should make a stand?

A few decades ago, when George Bush was running for president, he visited Bob Jones University. You would not believe the media firestorm that ensued. Some people were outraged that Bush went there at all, while others were astonished that his political opponents made so much of it. Of course, ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 9:5-15, Ezra 4:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Clean Us Up

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Dec 2, 2023

Take our trash God as we await the return of Christ.

Clean us Up Isaiah 64:1-9 1. Isaiah 64:1-9 . This is first Sunday of Advent This is traditionally when we think of the coming of Jesus • The coming of Jesus in a manger in Bethlehem • The coming of Jesus at the end time to judge the world • The coming of Jesus to take His people away to an ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-9

Denomination: Methodist

Your Time Is Up

Contributed by Victor Yap on Apr 9, 2025

Daniel 5

YOUR TIME IS UP (DANIEL 5) Here are some wonderful quotes from Edward Everett Hale: “Do not blow your own trumpets nor, which is the same thing, ask other people to blow them. No trumpeter ever rose to be a general.” “I was asked, “Do you pray for the senators, Dr. Hale?' I answered, “No, I ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Lifting Up A Standard

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 15, 2025

A standard is a banner, a rallying point, or a divine intervention that counters the attacks and schemes of the enemy. It represents God's action in defence of His people and His covenant.

LIFTING UP A STANDARD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 59:19 "So shall they fear the name of the Lord from the west, and His glory from the rising of the sun. When the enemy shall come in like a flood, the Spirit of the Lord shall lift up a standard against him." Supporting ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 59:19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Train Up A Child Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jun 4, 2024

Based on Proverbs 22:6 - Challenges parents to share & live out the Gospel with their children.

“TRAIN UP A CHILD” Proverbs 22:6 FBCF – 6/2/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – Sitting at railroad crossing years ago. Started noticing the graffiti. Some of it pretty impressive. Question: Why do people do that? Why do people go & spray paint their artwork on random railroad cars that will crisscross ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:6

Denomination: Baptist

Choosing To Step Up

Contributed by Harold Ihua on Aug 24, 2024

The life of a believer in Christ Jesus, is one of choices. The believer can either choose to step down- be conformed to the world or step up- be transformed into the image of Christ.

The admonition in Romans 12:2 to the believers in Christ Jesus not to be confirmed to the world is a stern warning not to allow the prince of the power of the air ( i.e the spirit that now works in the children of disobedience- demonic spirits) to take hold of their lives and minds. As the prince ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:2-3, Romans 8:29, Romans 12:1-2, James 1:21, Ephesians 4:21-32, Galatians 5:1, Romans 8:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Rise Up, Lord.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 31, 2024

"God in His holy habitation" (PSALM 68:5).

RISE UP, LORD. Psalm 68:1-6. PSALM 68:1. Whenever the ark of the LORD set forward, perhaps even as the priests lifted the ark onto their shoulders, Moses would say ‘Rise up, LORD, and let them that hate thee flee before thee’ (cf. Numbers 10:35). Before we proceed with any project, we should ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 68:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ready To Give Up? Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 10, 2024

this morning we look at the next three pieces of battle gear for believers as they stand firm against the schemes of Satan designed to destroy and eviscerate their Christian lives

Background to passage: Spiritual warfare passage part 3, life being filled with the Spirit means taking up the armor to do spiritual warfare. Ephesians 6:10–20 ESV Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Caught Up Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Jul 29, 2021

A heavily edited sermon from the series, "The Return of the King" available on Sermon Central, we look at the biblical prophecies regarding the return of our King Jesus

Getting Caught Up Return of the King: Week 3 Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18; 1 Corinthians 15:50-58; Revelation 20:4-5 For the past two weeks we’ve been learning about Jesus’ Second Coming. In Revelation 22, He said He would be coming, and coming soon. What Jesus’ second coming is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, 1 Corinthians 15:50-58, Revelation 20:4-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I Will Raise It Up PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 24, 2024

This sermon explores Jesus' righteous anger against sin, His symbolic representation of resurrection, and His prophetic revelation of His own death and resurrection.

Good morning, beloved church family. I trust that this day finds you wrapped in the warmth of God's love, standing on the solid ground of His promises, and filled with the joy that comes from knowing Him. We are here, gathered in His name, ready to engage with His word, and eager to see the ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-22

Topics: Jesus, Temple, Clears

I Will Raise It Up PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 28, 2024

This sermon emphasizes the importance of revering God's house, defending our faith, and truly knowing God to energetically serve, boldly share, and find contentment in Him.

Good morning, dear friends. It's a joy to be here with you today, standing on the common ground of faith, united in the love of our Savior, Jesus Christ. We are blessed to gather in His name, to seek His wisdom, and to learn from His teachings. Our focus today is drawn from the Gospel of John, ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-22

Topics: Reverence, Worship, How We Live

Straighten Up For Christ PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 8, 2024

This sermon explores Jesus' miraculous healing on the Sabbath, emphasizing His divine authority, compassion, and the lessons we can learn from His actions.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It is a joy and privilege to gather together in the Lord's house today. We are here to find solace, strength, and spiritual nourishment in His Word, and to encourage one another in our shared faith. How wonderful it is to be part of this vibrant, loving ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17

Topics: Miracles

Lift The Savior Up PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 16, 2024

This sermon explores recognizing Jesus' majesty, amplifying His message in our lives, and inspiring others towards a relationship with Him.

Welcome, beloved, to this blessed gathering where we come together, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the grand narrative of God's love. We are here to unwrap the divine mysteries, to soak in the profound wisdom, and to be stirred by the life-altering truths that God, in His ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-33

Topics: Lift Jesus

Never Give Up PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2025

Jesus meets our deepest needs with forgiveness and healing, responding to faith—both ours and others’—with love greater than we can imagine.

If you listen closely, you can almost hear the shuffle of sandals and the rustle of robes in that little house in Capernaum. The room is stuffed shoulder-to-shoulder with people who showed up hungry for more than bread. They want words that mend, a voice that understands, a touch that makes all ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Topics: Faith, Perseverance