Sermons on High Minded:

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

Lifted Up On High Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 8, 2013

Jesus said that if He was lifted up, he would draw all men unto Him. "Lifted up" has a double meaning. Here it means being lifted up on a cross

Lifted Up on High John 19:16-24 Introduction Last week we saw the fateful decision of the Jewish leaders to accept Caesar and reject Jesus. This was in effect the end of the Jewish nation. No longer do the physical descendants of Abraham through Jacob have any exclusive privilege with God. The ...read more

Scripture: John 19:16-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The High Cost Of Disobedience

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jul 3, 2013

How to loose all we have from the Lord.

THE HIGH COST OF DISOBEDIENCE 1Samuel 15;1-35 Obedience brings Gods blessing, while disobedience leads to defeat and destruction. Salvation provides the dynamic for obedience to the will of God. 1. Anointed to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-35

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

Son Of The Most High Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Nov 14, 2018

Jesus is called the Son of the Most High, and he enables us to become Children of the Most High. Therefore we do not need to fear the powers that come against us.

Message Luke 1:32 Name Above All Names - Son of the Most High Our current sermon series has the generic title of Name Above All Names. Looking at the names of Jesus that appear in the New Testament in the time before Jesus was born up to his time in Egypt. There are actually over 150 descriptions ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:32, Psalm 91:1-16, Psalm 92:1-15, Psalm 93:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Even The High Places! Series

Contributed by John Crisp on Aug 9, 2014

Each point can be and probably will be a sermon in a series, at least for me: Israel was laid to waist, and Edom was saying to everyone that would listen we have the land that God had promised someone else NOW it is OUR possession how did this happen?

Ezekiel 36.1.3 – even the high places… 1 Also, thou son of man, prophesy unto the mountains of Israel, and say, Ye mountains of Israel, hear the word of the LORD: 2 Thus saith the Lord GOD; Because the enemy hath said against you, Aha, even the ancient high places are ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

The High Priesthood Of Jesus.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 12, 2022

A priest forever after the order of Melchisedec.

THE HIGH PRIESTHOOD OF JESUS. Hebrews 5:5-10. Jesus was called and ordained of God (Hebrews 5:5-6). The writer proceeds to prove this in a manner of Hebrew commentary which brings together two Scriptures which have a word in common: in this case “You” (singular). The first Scripture refers to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:5-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It Is High Time To Be Awake

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Jun 9, 2022

Today we’re going to look at the danger of sleeping spiritually. Romans 13:12 gives us two reasons: “The night is far spent, the day is at hand.” We are told that this is no time to sleep. It is high time to awake.

Alba 6-6-2022 IT IS HIGH TIME TO AWAKE Romans 13:11-14 They say the average American adult doesn't get enough sleep. Sleeping is a wonderful blessing. It refreshes the body and gives new strength. A Japanese transistor manufacturer scheduled 30-second "yawn breaks" into the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sheltered By The Most High.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 3, 2022

Rather than struggling against His parental protection, quiet faith snuggles in, and takes refuge in the LORD.

SHELTERED BY THE MOST HIGH. Psalm 91:1-2; Psalm 91:9-16. Psalm 91:1-2. The opening verse of this Psalm seems to state the obvious: “those who take their shelter under the Most High are sheltered by the shadow of the Almighty” (Psalm 91:1). Yet there is a reason for this turn of speech: even ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-2, Psalm 91:9-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Setting The Bar High

Contributed by Rajendra Kadia on Jun 9, 2021

God expects believer to be an example for other believers

Introduction: Have you seen the high jump competition in the Olympics? How the champions are decided? Most of the times there are 2 or 3 finalist and the bar is set for each one to clear. Next attempt is done with bar set higher and the person who clears the bar set at highest position wins. In ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:6-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The High Calling Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Dec 11, 2023

He wants us to ask for His help, wisdom, and strength at all times and in all circumstances. He made this promise and He will never fail. Nothing is asked in vain!

Oasis WordBank Opening Passage Until now you have asked nothing in my name. Ask, and you will receive, that your joy may be full. John 16:24 (ESV) Title: The High Calling Of Prayer Columnist: Rudolf E. Y. Mensah, ©Oasis WordBank Reference: 00122309 Devotional This is an open call to ...read more

Scripture: John 16:24, Jeremiah 33:3, Matthew 7:7

Denomination: Charismatic

High Standard Of Integrity

Contributed by Amar Chandnani on Mar 10, 2025

Integrity is not situational; it is a lifestyle.

When we think of people with integrity, we think of those who are honest—individuals whose words and actions align. We think of someone who is dependable, someone who follows through on their commitments, AND we think of someone who does what is right even when no one is watching. Integrity is ...read more

Scripture: Job 2:9-10, Matthew 5:37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The High-Value Saint

Contributed by Engleburg Toney on Aug 20, 2022

Kevin "the Godfather" Samuels, revived the idea and coined the phrase of the High-Value Man. He formulated six principles that create the High-Value Man, but Christ has given us six principles to make us High-Value Saints. We find these principles in the parable of the Hidden Treasure.

Three months ago, the world of social media lost an icon. Kevin "the Godfather" Samuels, YouTuber, image consultant, life-coach, dating expert and influencer, died on May 5, 2022. Rolling Stone magazine reported that Samuels had amassed 1.4 million subscribers on his YouTube channel ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44, Revelation 3:14-16, Isaiah 55:1-2, Luke 9:23, Galatians 6:1-3, Romans 10:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

No Mountain High Enough Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 26, 2024

Jesus says, “I offer fulfillment. I will give you such a lasting, inner joy that you will willingly take persecution for being associated with my name.” This is eternal fulfillment that is rugged enough to handle anything thrown at it.

Memorial Day Of all the rich blessings we have from being Americans, the choicest of them is freedom of religion. I am grateful that no religion is established in America as the preferred and every citizen’s right to practice their religion is allowed. Because evil is so evil, we need men and ...read more

Scripture: John 4:7-30

Denomination: Baptist