Sermons on God Is Up To Something:

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

The Up And Sideways Of Worship Series

Contributed by Rick George on Apr 18, 2008

We must have a vertical (worship toward God) and a horizontal (edification of the church) philosophy of worship.

Have you ever wondered “Why do we gather together on Sunday mornings? What is the purpose of carving out of our busy week 2 – 3 hours to come to a place to be with other people to sing songs and to listen to a guy speak?” What is the purpose of congregational worship? I mean, you could be home ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wake Up America

Contributed by Harold Hansen on Feb 21, 2009

A message on the need for an Old Fashion God Fearing revival in America. In our Churches. In our Lives

WAKE UP AMERICA Psalms 85:6-7 Wilt thou not revive us again: that thy people may rejoice in thee? ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Giving Up To Gain

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Oct 15, 2008

We should value what God wants above all to the point of giving up everything to gain it.

One time, Brother Jun was walking on the streets of Binondo. He then saw a ring on the sidewalk. But, it looked like an imitation jewelry. Nonetheless, he picked it up, brought it home and gave it to his wife, Sister Yvette. It remained in her jewelry box for about two years. Later on, she had it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46

Denomination: Baptist

It's Time To Wake Up

Contributed by Don Baggett on Mar 18, 2010

God expects His people to produce good fruit, and He gives this example as a warning for His people to wake up.

The superscription at the top of the page in my Bible says, "A parable of a vineyard." Parables use an obvious situation to bring out a far deeper truth. It has been said that "Parables are earthly stories with heavenly meanings." Let me give you something about the setting of Isaiah 5. When ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 5:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Mixing It Up Series

Contributed by Josh Foster on Mar 18, 2014

Advent is not so much about shopping; it’s not so much about lists and baking and decorations. Rather, Advent points us to the One who came and will come again. A ‘ready life’ is one lived through the power of His Spirit to serve Him in holiness.

Why Christmas Is a Big Deal: Mixing It Up Scripture Text: Luke 1.68-79 Advent Reading: Luke 1.68-79, Advent-Peace INTRODUCTION The Bible is full-of-examples of God-calling people to do things that appeared to be a little-strange …or goofy, …or surprising. I think it just ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:68-79

Denomination: Nazarene

Gearing Up Series

Contributed by John Huyser on Nov 22, 2022

As we await the weeks highlighting hope, peace, love and joy - why is it instead we feel the burden of regrets, disappointment, and sadness as we enter this season?

Slide 1 Introduction For weeks already, some radio stations made the switch to 24-7 Christmas music. Slow but sure, we see the first signs of Christmas decorations going up along Pontaluna Road. Add to that the first lake effect snowstorm of the season just wrapped up. And with Thanksgiving just ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31

Man Up

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jun 21, 2013

Fathers day message and the responsibility we have as leaders of our families and our churches.

Man up! Psalm 112 Introduction- Mothers get the red carpet treatment on their day, with fabulous brunches and beautiful bouquets. For the fathers, however, retailers have cleverly priced almost everything under $9.99! Case in point: the Talking Fly Swatter. It’s a lime-green fly swatter ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 112:1-10

Denomination: Nazarene

Lifted Up!

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jun 5, 2021

The following sermon is going to review John 3:14-15 and Numbers 21:4-9 to learn how to proclaim this Good News in a manner that the lost of this world might understand, be born again and receive eternal life!

Lifted Up John 3:14-15, Numbers 21:4-9 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Imagine what courage it must have taken for a Pharisees and member of the ruling council who were antagonistic towards Christ to publicly declare “Rabbi, we know that you are a teacher who has ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-15, Numbers 21:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

Wise Up Series

Contributed by Todd Pugh on Jan 15, 2008

1 or 13 of Galatians. This Sermon calls Christians to wise-up about simplicity and certainty of the Gospel through the eyes of the Apostle Paul

Wise up Sunday sermon July 30, 2006 (Galatians 1:1-5, through Galatians part 1) Intro: People do some of the dumbest things. Here is a top 10 list of famous last words: • Okay, Let it down slowly • What does this button do? • Step back a bit, I can’t get you in the picture. • It’s OK, I saw ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lifted Up PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 30, 2024

Explores Jesus' healing power, compassion for the powerless, and the importance of personal prayer, urging us to live out these teachings in our lives.

Greetings, beloved! I am thrilled to be here with you today, sharing in the joy and the wonder of God's word. We are here, in this place, at this moment, not by accident, but by divine appointment. God has a message for us today, a message of hope, healing, and harmony, a message that resonates ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:29-39

Topics: Healing, Freedom

Fess Up!

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Aug 4, 2001

The importance of confession, both to the unbeliver for salvation and to the believer for wholesome living.

Fess Up! Prov.28:13: “He who conceals his sins does not prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy.” James 5:16: “Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed.” I John 1:9: “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10, Proverbs 28:13

Denomination: Wesleyan

Wake Up.

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Apr 10, 2023

Every Sunday is suppose to be a celebration of this Easter/this Resurrection Morning

Forward to set up scripture reading: (I will summarize in my own words): Cornelius replied, “Four days ago I was praying in my house about this same time, three o’clock in the afternoon. Suddenly, a man in dazzling clothes was standing in front of me. 31 He told me, ‘Cornelius, your ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:34-43, Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Charging Up Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Apr 20, 2021

All batteries need to be charged to be effective. The Holy Spirit "charges up" the disciples and empowers them to take Jesus' message out to the world.

Charging Up   • Electric cars. Different spots to plug in and charge up. • Hyundai develops universal charging station based on car wash wands. • The charger looks like this: [image] • It’s a universal charger. • Cars aren’t the only thing that aren’t “one size fits all.” • Let’s take that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Clean Up Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 9, 2010

A study of chapter 39 verses 1 through 29

Ezekiel 39: 1 – 29 The Clean Up 1 “And you, son of man, prophesy against Gog, and say, ‘Thus says the Lord GOD: “Behold, I am against you, O Gog, the prince of Rosh, Meshech, and Tubal; 2 and I will turn you around and lead you on, bringing you up from the far north, and bring you against the ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 39:1-29

Denomination: Calvary Chapel