Sermons on higher grounds: showing 316-330 of 56,260

Explaining The Gospel Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Feb 21, 2020

The ground of the gospel is cultivated in the Old Testament.

Explaining the Gospel Acts 7:1-60 Rev. Brian Bill February 22-23, 2020 Several months ago, I was quickly backing our Chevy Cobalt out of the garage, not really paying attention, when all of a sudden, I heard the sound of plastic shattering and glass breaking. As I slammed on the brakes, I looked ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:1-60

Denomination: Baptist

Moses At The Burning Bush Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jul 9, 2022

For the ground on which you stand is holy.

July 09, 2022 The descendants of Israel have lived in Goshen for 70 years. Joseph and all his brothers have died, but the Israelites continued to multiply until they filled the land. A new ruler came to the throne who did not recognize Joseph nor his accomplishments on behalf of Egypt. All he ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-2, Exodus 2:6-10

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Setting The Boundaries Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 8, 2007

In order for God to work within a congregation, His church needs to understand the critical importance of setting boundaries, and committing themselves to purity and holiness.

OPEN: One man told of the time that his company’s factory had received an ominous package. It arrived at the loading dock with this warning printed on it: Danger! Do Not Touch! “Management was called and we were told to stay clear of the box until it could be analyzed. When the foreman arrived, he ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 19:7-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A New Season

Contributed by Pastor (Dr.) Francesca Fajinmi on Sep 2, 2018

Whether it’s spring, summer, fall, or winter, you will be victorious.

“To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under heaven” – Ecclesiastes 3:1 You see we serve a God of season. We see it in creation. God created the four seasons that are based upon the rotation of the Earth as it orbits the Sun. The seasons change as the earth moves, but the sun ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1, Matthew 4:18-20, Philippians 1:6, 1 Corinthians 15:58

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dont Miss The Hundred Fold Harvest

Contributed by Jose Imperial on Jan 4, 2008

Faith in Focus ...although it is a good ground the reason some were not yielding a hundred , because they wait for the ground to do its job.

Mat 13:8 But other fell into good ground, and brought forth fruit, some an hundredfold, some sixtyfold, some thirtyfold. I grew up in place where the big mangoes were harvested. When I was still a child ,we used to grow mango without using any chemical spray, I remembered the time when my father ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our God Of Compassion Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Apr 22, 2023

David shows us his artistic flair. He paints some of the most moving word pictures of the great dimensions of God’s tender compassion. God’s love for you is as high as the heavens are above the earth.

Our God of Compassion Psalm 103:1-22 If you were stranded on a desert island and could only have one chapter of the Bible which chapter, would you choose? There are a lot of good answers, but Psalm 103 should at least make your short list. For those who feel strongly about praise Psalm 103 is an ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Visionary View: Look To The Interests Of Others Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 13, 2023

Philippians 2:3-4, is a powerful passage that calls us to "Look to the interests of others." In a world often driven by self-interest and individualism, the words of the Apostle Paul in this letter to the Philippians remind us of the higher calling we have as followers of Christ.

Visionary View: Look to the interests of others Today, we delve into the words of Philippians 2:3-4, a powerful passage that calls us to "Look to the interests of others." In a world often driven by self-interest and individualism, the words of the Apostle Paul in this letter to the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:3-4, Philippians 2:3, 1 Peter 5:5, Philippians 2:4, Galatians 6:2, Philippians 2:5-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Get Straight In A Crooked Church

Contributed by Derrick Moore on Oct 8, 2001

The reality that even when we feel like people in the church are crooked we can still get strainght if we keep are eyes on Jesus.

How to Get Straight in a Crooked Church Luke 13:10-17 INTRO: I believe that those of you who are students of the word would certainly conqer with me tonight that bible never seeks to conceal or hide the fact that there have been crooked dealings taking place among the people of God. This book, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

My Favorite Power Drink Series

Contributed by Scott Turansky on Oct 9, 2022

How we can have higher and deeper experience with Jesus?

There are seven feasts listed in Leviticus that were given to the people of Israel. They really determined their calendar, their timeframe. They would be looking forward to the next feast. Each one of these feasts are important. In fact, if you look at all of the feasts, you'll see that as they ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Rooted In Christ

Contributed by Daniel Owen on Jul 25, 2003

A children’s sermon illustrating our need to be rooted and grounded in Christ.

Children’s talk: Ephesians 3:14-21 Prop: Small Oak tree in a pot. Can anyone tell me what type of plant is in this pot? (Oak). Not that long ago, this little oak was just a small seed. Can anyone tell me what the seed of an oak is called? (Acorn). There’s even a well known proverb which ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Doing Life Together Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 14, 2014

In Christian community we find the encouragement and support to press on the higher calling of Jesus.

Doing Life Together Text: Gal. 6:1-10 Introduction 1. Illustration: "Christian community is like the Christian's sanctification. It is a gift of God which we cannot claim. Only God knows the real state of our fellowship, of our sanctification. What may appear weak and trifling to us may be great ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

Let's Take The Next Level To Jesus

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Sep 16, 2009

We need to go higher in Jesus and stop being comfortable at the level we are.

“Let’s take the next level to Jesus” 1st Corinthians 2 : 9 – 16 This scripture is talking about how there are things in God which can only be revealed by the spirit of God to the spiritual minded individual. A carnal mind is enmity against God and is unable to understand the things God has ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:9-16

Denomination: Apostolic

Is Christianity Homophobic? Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jul 29, 2023

Is Christianity Homophobic? Series: The Deconstruction Zone: Navigating Doubts and Difficulties Brad Bailey – July 23, 2023

Is Christianity Homophobic? Series: The Deconstruction Zone: Navigating Doubts and Difficulties Brad Bailey – July 23, 2023 Note: The notes here are more extensive than what was actually shared due to time requiring moving more briefly and quickly through parts. All the main points were shared and ...read more

Scripture: John 8:2-11, Mark 2:15-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus: Believe Him Or Not?

Contributed by Joe Harding on Aug 4, 2001

Jesus must be accepted or rejected, there is no middle ground!

JESUS: BELIEVE HIM OR NOT? JOHN 10:22-42 AUGUST 5, 2001 INTRODUCTION: A fool is not necessarily stupid he just doesn’t recognize the obvious. Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson went on a camping trip. After a good meal they lay down for the night, and went to sleep. Some hours later, Holmes awoke and ...read more

Scripture: John 10:22-42

Denomination: Baptist

Inside Out - The Battle For Personal Holiness

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 5, 2001

Encouragement to recognize the battle grounds of personal holiness.

Inside Out- The Battle for Personal Holiness Various Scriptures I. Introduction Today we will continue our look at holiness, which, as we established last week, is very near and dear to the heart of God, and should, therefore, be near and dear to us as well. Before we get into today’s specific ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:21-23

Denomination: Wesleyan