Sermons on High Ground:

A High View Of God

Contributed by H.b. Charles Jr. on Dec 27, 2011

"A High View of God" is an exposition of Isaiah 6:1-8, which records Isaiah's life-changing vision of God in the temple and subsequent call to prophetic ministry. The point of this sermon is that your view of God is everything! Isaiah's vision teaches thr

A HIGH VIEW OF GOD Isaiah 6:1-8 Isaiah 6 records Isaiah’s life-transforming vision of God and subsequent call to prophetic ministry. It is arguably one of the most well-known passages in Isaiah’s prophecy. And rightfully so, for it contains the dramatic testimony of a sinful man who ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The High Cost Of Acceptance

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 13, 2013

We see some costly things involved in the story of Ruth, including the costs of her "Redeemer." The book of Ruth reveals: A Spiritual Conversion; A Substantial Compassion; and a Significant Commitment.

1. Benjamin Franklin and the book of Ruth Benjamin Franklin had an appreciation for the Bible as he, along with T. Jefferson and J. Adams designed the first US Seal for congress with the Red Sea episode depicted. When he was the newly formed US government's representative to France he indulged in a ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Highs And Lows Of Motherhood

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on May 6, 2019

A message for Mom's on Mothers day

“The Highs And Lows Of Motherhood” Text: Angel -- “Greetings, you are highly favoured… the Lord is with you.” (Luke 1:28) “I am the Lord’s servant…” Luke 1:38 “Mary responded, ‘I am the Lord’s servant. May everything you have said about me come true.’ And then the angel left her.” Luke 1:38 Text: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:35

Denomination: Pentecostal

Favoritism In High Places Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 18, 2021

God is at least fair with everyone, but has the prerogative to be especially gracious with those He has chosen.

Favoritism in High Places? (Romans 9:14-21) 1.Penicillin was invented by Alexander Fleming in 1928. What Happened: Halfway through an experiment with bacteria, Alexander Fleming up and went on vacation. Slob that he was, he left a dirty petri dish in the lab sink. Big Discovery: When he got ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:14-21, Exodus 19:16, Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Corruption In High Places Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Oct 19, 2014

Corruption in high places - PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON BODY: Accusation – Lawlessness Practiced (vs 1-5) Condemnation – Lawlessness Punished (vs 6-8). Vindication – Righteousness Praised (vs 9-11) SERMON OUTLINE: Ill: • Victor Hugo, wrote a number of very well-known novels; • These include, ‘The Hunchback ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 58:1-11

Denomination: Brethren

God Most High

Contributed by Kumar Aryal on Oct 26, 2020

Today we will be looking at Psalm 57. This psalm is also known as the ‘Cave Psalm'. If you look at the title in NIV, it says, “For the director of music. To the tune of “Do Not Destroy.” Of David. A miktam. When he had fled from Saul into the cave.”

Good Morning Everyone! Today we will be looking at Psalm 57. This psalm is also known as the ‘Cave Psalm'. That is quite a strange title to give to a psalm, right? But, if you look at the title in NIV, it says, “For the director of music. To the tune of “Do Not Destroy.” Of David. A miktam. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 57:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus As High Priest Series

Contributed by Rich Maurer on Feb 19, 2003

Understand how Jesus was foreshadoewd as the Great High Priest on the Day of Atonement and the fulfillment in His life and in our lives today.

Jesus As Our Dwelling Exodus 25-27/ John 1:14 The main character of the movie, The Karate Kid, had a problem. Daniel was getting beaten up by a group of high school thugs who all went to the same karate school. He desperately needed help and found it from the apartment manager where Daniel ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 25:1-40, John 1:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living With Highs And Lows Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 13, 2008

Sermon in response to a community-wide flood to help people seek refuge in the Lord.

Living with Highs and Lows Psalm 42 Rev. Brian Bill 1/13/08 If you’ve been adversely affected by the flood this week would you please stand so that we can let you know how much we love you and care about you? Now, if you’re still high and dry after the flood, would you please stand? I want to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Hunches And High Hopes

Contributed by Allan Quak on Dec 5, 2005

We all have baggage in our lives, so what do you do when you want to get rid of your spiritual baggage? By interacting with an unnamed woman in Mark 5:24-31 Jesus demonstrates that He is the One who can remove all our baggage.

Congregation of the Lord, Going to the airport is an interesting exercise … especially when you stand near the baggage counters. Here you will see business people – focussed, efficient, having clear goals for the day. They have come from interstate for an important meeting. It is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:24-31

Denomination: Baptist

The High Price Of Peace

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 2, 2015

On this Memorial Day Weekend we remember those who died, and we remember Jesus: 1. Remember the One who stood in our shoes. 2. Remember the One who brings our blessings. 3. Remember the One who suffered for our sins.

The High Price of Peace Isaiah 53:1-12 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - May 26, 2014 *[PIC 1] One of the most famous pictures of World War II is of five brave Marines raising the American flag on the island of Iwo Jima. More than five thousand Marines gave their lives in that ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Friends In High Places Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 18, 2014

What impressed Jesus in this story was the faith of the men who'd brought their friend to him - a friend who was crippled and lived in a low place of life. The phrase is "Jesus saw their faith." What does that mean? And what can it mean to us?

A few years back, Garth Brooks came out with a popular Country and Western song called: “I’ve Got Friends In Low Places” How many of you have ever heard the song? (when most of them raised their hands, I stage whispered: “Pagans”) It has a catchy tune, but it is NOT a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:17-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Standing Your Ground—2021

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jan 3, 2021

God offers Joshua and along with us a sure way to meet the challenges that are ahead. God’s will for Joshua and us is that we have good success.

Standing Your Ground—2021 Joshua 1:1-9NLT Sunday night—All will get the opportunity to share for 2021, what you would like to happen spiritually. As each staff and believer make their statement, we begin to prophesy our future. Often when we ask for a person’s signature, we will call it ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9, 2 Corinthians 10:4-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Meeting At High Noon

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Apr 6, 2018

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40 Theme: Meeting at High Noon Subject: We see how the Holy Spirit is orchestrating the outward movements of the Early Church. We see how the Holy Spirit is bring into reality the New Age of Salvation for everyone.

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40 (Call to Worship - Psalm 23) Theme: Meeting at High Noon Subject: We see how the Holy Spirit is orchestrating the outward movements of the Early Church. We see how the Holy Spirit is bring into reality the New Age of Salvation for everyone. I. The Holy Spirit Must be ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Nazarene

The Battle Ground Of Christian Liberty

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 16, 2016

A Detailed look at the Consumption of Alcohol by the Born-Again Believer

Most battles (including the church) throughout history were fought by two opposing forces who firmly believed they were right, and the other was wrong, so much so that they were willing to kill to hold and propagate their beliefs. Every human being has confirmation biases of selective thinking ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:29-35, Matthew 26:26-29, 1 Corinthians 11:20-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The High Cost Of Arrogance Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 5, 2017

Arrogance kills. Should anyone question that statement, they need but study an incident when a king whom God anointed requested consideration from a wealthy farmer. What happened next is a warming against becoming arrogant.

“Abigail came to Nabal, and behold, he was holding a feast in his house, like the feast of a king. And Nabal’s heart was merry within him, for he was very drunk. So she told him nothing at all until the morning light. In the morning, when the wine had gone out of Nabal, his wife told him these ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 25:36-38

Denomination: Baptist