Sermons on Higher Grounds:

Prayer Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Oct 21, 2012

John Wesley considered prayer an essential part of Christian living. He called it in many of his writings the most important and powerful means of grace. Prayer empowers us for ministry and following God. Jesus showed us this through His own example. Afte

Prayer: A Means of Grace 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 I found a series of “Dear God” prayers on the internet, a few of which I’d like to share with you:

 7-year old Debbie prayed, “Dear God: Please send a new baby for Mommy. The new baby you sent last week cries too ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Methodist

Our Wounded Healer

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Sep 23, 2012

A sermon that details the sufferings of Christ as described by Isaiah.

“Our Wounded Healer” “Isaiah 53:1-5” Isaiah 53:5 But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed. ********** I. His Hurts a. His wounds – physical ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Characters In The Palm Sunday Narrative Matthew Chapter 21 Verses 1 To

Contributed by Egerton Gbonda on Apr 16, 2011

PALM SUNDAY MESSAGE

Introduction Many preachers are often faced with familiar Bible stories and a familiar audience or congregation. Familiar stories often appear on what many would call special Sundays like Christmas and Easter. I believe Palm Sunday could be seen as a special Sunday by many. On those so called ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:1-21

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

A Sack Full Of Feathers Series

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Oct 18, 2008

Words fly away like feathers freed from a sack. It is important to keep a check on our words

A Sack full of Feathers James 3:1-12 This morning we are back on the subject of a faith that works. We have been looking into the book of James and dealing with the direct teaching about faith and trials and expectations. According To James self-control is a part of our faith as Christians ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Congregational

Saintly Similarities Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Sep 2, 2013

Christ died for the Body of Christ; those who have been born physically carry some genetic family qualities. Those who have been born again display some spiritual similarities of the Family of God.

“Saintly Similarities in the Body of Christ” Romans 12:3 We have been looking at Romans 12:1-2 for the last few weeks, being challenged by ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3

Denomination: Baptist

The Snake On The Pole

Contributed by Richard Futrell on Oct 8, 2010

Let nothing--nothing!--turn your attention from your snake on the pole--let nothing distract you from your Savior on the cross. Through such seemingly silly ways, God gives to you--not a snake on the pole--but His Son on the cross.

Introduction That whole snake-on-a-pole thing must have sounded insane to some of the Israelites. Stare at a bronze serpent and you’ll be healed? That sounds ridiculous. It must’ve sounded just silly enough that some Israelites started looking for more reasonable solutions to the ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 21:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Simple - Pt. 2 - Audit Your Approach Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 17, 2019

We print it on our currency. But in our life we have to determine how to fill in the blank. I will place my trust in ___________.

Audit Your Approach I. Introduction It is right there in green and white. It is engraved into the silver, copper, and gold. It is a prominent feature on our currency. It is a statement of trust. It is a statement of reliance and dependence. However, I want to submit to you that most of us have ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Perfectly Adapted High Priest

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 5, 2014

To show our GREAT HIGH PRIEST is JESUS, who lived, died, raised again from the dead and made us sit together with Him in His Heavenly throne.

I. EXORDIUM: Where are you now sitting? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show our GREAT HIGH PRIEST is JESUS, who lived, died, raised again from the dead and made us sit together with Him in His Heavenly throne. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 7:26 (Amplified Bible) 7:26 [Here is] the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Perfectly Adapted High Priest

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 7, 2014

To show our GREAT HIGH PRIEST is JESUS, who lived, died, raised again from the dead and made us sit together with Him in His Heavenly throne.

I. EXORDIUM: Where are you now sitting? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show our GREAT HIGH PRIEST is JESUS, who lived, died, raised again from the dead and made us sit together with Him in His Heavenly throne. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 7:26 (Amplified Bible) 7:26 [Here is] the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Thou Shalt Not Lie To Thyself!

Contributed by Jim Mccutchen on Oct 22, 2013

The tragedy is people lie long enough they start believing their own falsehood. Who are you really? What do you see when you look into the mirror?

THOU SHALT NOT LIE INTRO: Everyone looks really good from up here this morning. But did you look this good when you woke up this morning? You have that morning dazed look · Your hair is sticking out in strange places, · We men get to shaven that rough looking over night growth of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 101:7

Denomination: Christian Church

Hear The Warning

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Sep 22, 2020

hearing the warning in a time that has been in unrest is to make wise decisions that lead us toward a stronger not weaker relationship with the Lord.

Hear the warning 2 Kings 1:1-18 Good Morning This week we remember 911- 19 years ago- Where does time go? A time that this country was rocked and surprised by evil and terror and for a moment brought to its knees. Shock and awe made room for a time of unity and a time to reflect back on our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 1:1-18

Denomination: Nazarene

On His Majesty’s Service

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 18, 2023

True greatness is not power but service.

Ann Henderson came home from her doctor’s appointment looking much the same as usual. Maybe she was a little quieter, but not enough to cause comment. The whole family was home for dinner that night, for once. She was grateful. She would only have to say it once. She waited for a moment when nobody ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:24-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Revival: Stronger Than Ever - The Gift Of Wisdom Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon will explore lessons from the Book of Chronicles on restarting life after a crisis, focusing on the wisdom of ancient scribe Ezra and the teachings from the lives of kings.

Good morning everybody! We are learning lessons these days about how to restart our lives after being shut down by a national crisis. Our teacher during this series is an ancient scribe named Ezra. Ezra described himself as “a scribe skilled in the law of Moses.” After 70 years of exile in Babylon, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 1:7-12

Topics: Wisdom, Repentance, Life Restart

Sermon Series: Revival: Stronger Than Ever

The Indescribable Gift PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 23, 2023

This sermon explores the depth of God's love, the impact of His grace, and the importance of faith in His mysterious ways.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. You know, there's something about the love of our Heavenly Father that leaves us in awe, isn't there? It's like standing on the edge of the Grand Canyon, gazing into the vast chasm, and realizing that it's just a tiny glimpse of His love for us. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:16

Topics: Can't Explain

What Does God Require/Expect From Us? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 3, 2024

This sermon explores how to manifest mercy, maintain humility, and master justice in our lives as essential aspects of our relationship with God.

Beloved in Christ, it is my joy to stand before you today, not because I am worthy, but because God is. His grace is our constant, His love our foundation, and His Word our guiding light. We gather not as perfect people, but as those who have been redeemed by a perfect Savior. We are here because ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:8

Topics: Pleasing God