Sermons on High Ground:

Joshua The High Priest

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 29, 2013

The Lord Jesus has already defeated the accuser of the brethren.

JOSHUA THE HIGH PRIEST. Zechariah 3. After seventy years of exile in Babylon, the children of Israel began to return to Jerusalem. They were led first by Ezra the scribe, and the Persian Emperor’s cup-bearer Nehemiah. The Governor of Judah was a prince of the house of David named Zerubbabel. The ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 3:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Human High Priest

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 23, 2013

To compare JESUS to human high priest.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you know our Great High Priest? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To compare JESUS to human high priest. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 5:3 (Amplified Bible) 5:3 And because of this he is obliged to offer sacrifice for his own sins, as well as for those of the people. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

The High Calling Of Servanthood

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Jul 31, 2010

• This evening I want to take a look at the high calling of servanthood. • As believers, we should follow the example of Jesus, who was seated with God but humbled Himself and became a man. Jesus came as a servant of the most high God! • Jesus told His

Introduction • This evening I want to take a look at the high calling of servanthood. • As believers, we should follow the example of Jesus, who was seated with God but humbled Himself and became a man. Jesus came as a servant of the most high God! • Jesus told His disciples, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Power From On High

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Aug 24, 2010

To deal with problems here below we need Power from on High. This sermon is only for people who want the power of God.

Lu 24: 49 Jesus said: (And, behold, I send the promise of my Father upon you: but tarry ye in the city of Jerusalem, until ye be endued with power from on high. Lu 3:16-17 John answered, saying unto them all, I indeed baptize you with water; but one mightier than I cometh, the latchet of whose ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:49

Denomination: Pentecostal

The High Priest Of Heaven

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Sep 19, 2010

study on Melchizedek

Intro: if we were to ask people today to name some of the most important people in the Bible, I am sure the names Jesus, Abraham, David, Moses, Elijah, Peter, Paul and John would be at the top of the list. A name that wouldn’t probably even make the list is Melchizedek—But today, I am ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:1-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Trouble On The High Seas

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Apr 6, 2010

The storm that the disciples was trrifying, but Jesus was not afraid. Why was that?

Passage: Matthew 8:23-27 Intro: It seems like everybody is screaming at somebody these days. PP Health Care Reform debate 1. there is a lot of fear, economic, disease, political, terrorism. 2. and when we are afraid, our peace is gone, and our testimony. 3. this passage we have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:23-27

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Prerequisite Of High Potency Series

Contributed by Jon Sullivan on Nov 17, 2009

We must be fully committed ourselves before we can give our faith away.

Introduction: Salt and Light Matthew 5:13-16 (NIV) 13 "You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled by men. 14 "You are the light of the world. A city on a hill ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The High Cost Of Sinning

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Nov 4, 2010

Sin cost more than we want to pay.

THE HIGH COST OF SINNING Romans 6 :23For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. 1. Hope is given in exchange for sin. There is no second name found in the bible where men can be saved Paul says there is no ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:23

Denomination: Baptist

Climb A High Mountain

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 11, 2006

This text about the Mt. of transfiguration tells us how we can experience a greater spiritual high.

INTRO.- Mountain top experiences are rare but they do happen. ILL.- Carrie Underwood won the “American Idol” in 2005 and this year, Monday, Nov. 6th, she won the Female Vocalist of the Year award at the Country Music awards. She also won the Horizon award, which the best new artist. She said was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our High Priest

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Mar 6, 2016

Because of our High Priest Jesus Christ, we may now approach the throne of God and receive mercy.

Hebrews 4:14-16 Our High Priest 3/30/14e Introduction Poor Dorothy – she wants to go home. A tornado has lifted her up into the land of Oz, and only the Wizard of Oz can help her. She travels along the yellow brick road and picks up three friends, each of whom who is hoping the wizard will ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:14-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Highs And Lows Of Life Series

Contributed by David Owens on Aug 23, 2017

In this sermon, we see Abraham experiencing the highs and lows of life and we learn how to walk with God through them.

Introduction: A. A group of students in Texas was taking a class on the psychology of emotions. 1. The professor wanted to know what the opposite of happy was. a. One student raised their hand and said, “Sad.” “Very good,” said the professor. 2. Then the professor asked, “What’s the opposite of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The High Calling Of God Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Sep 26, 2017

for what has God called us? Or are we content to sit and do nothing? Do we have "Short-timers disease?" Call God is for us to be more like Jesus every day.

Philippians 3:12–14 Opening Illustration: When I was in the military, we had disease that was rampant among those that was nearing the completion of their military service. It was called “short-timers disease." I have seen this over and over again throughout my life. You could always tell ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

The High Calling Of Work Series

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Sep 10, 2007

What woulf happen if we made Philippians 4:8 our job description?

The High Calling of Work Philippians 4:8 An employee bulletin board contained the following memo: “In case of fire, flee the building with the same reckless abandon that occurs each day at quitting time!” From Marketing Daily 5/7/07: 64% of U.S. workers enjoy their work a great deal, and 29% ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8

Denomination: Church Of God

The Danger Of High Places Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 1, 2018

Haughtiness is a deceptive sin. It's the type of sin that often traps religious people. Do you know how to recognize this sin in your life... and how to protect yourself against it?

POEM: A lion met a tiger as they drew beside a pool. Said the tiger, "Tell me why you're roaring like a fool" "That's not foolish," said the lion with a twinkle in his eyes. "They call me king of all the beasts because I advertise." A rabbit heard the talking and ran home like a ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 16:48-50

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's High Love

Contributed by John Ong on Oct 10, 2017

The breadth of God’s love extends across the entire world and includes everyone he has created, as written in Psalm 145:17, “The Lord is righteous in all his ways and loving toward all he has made”.

The breadth of God’s love extends across the entire world and includes everyone he has created, as written in Psalm 145:17, “The Lord is righteous in all his ways and loving toward all he has made”. We live in a world where we think we can get our strength from ourselves. Because God loves you, ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational