Sermons on Lift Up Head:

Hand The World A Shaker And Turn On The Light Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on May 22, 2023

This is the first of a two-part series on the Similitudes. This message looks at the follower of Christ as the Salt of the earth. What does this mean and what happens when we choose not to be the salt of the earth

HAND THE WORLD A SHAKER AND TURN ON THE LIGHT THE SIMILITUDES, PART 1 MATTHEW 5:13–16 “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 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Message #1: God Made Them Male And Female Series

Contributed by Matt Skiles on Jun 12, 2023

We have been created in the image of God - which includes both male and female! This sermon will be an exploration of human sexuality from the standpoint of God’s creation. The Biblical account of creation has timeless lessons. Notice the words from our keynote scripture:

So, God created man in His own image; in the image of God, He created him; male and female He created them. - Genesis 1:27 INTRODUCTION: We have been created in the image of God - which includes both male and female! This sermon will be an exploration of human sexuality from the standpoint of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27, Psalm 139:14, Romans 1:28, Matthew 19:4-6, Matthew 23:28-30, Genesis 1:26-27, Genesis 5:1-2, 1 Corinthians 3:18, 1 Corinthians 11:11-12, Ephesians 5:28-33  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

If You Want To Grow, Examine What You Think You Know

Contributed by Nettie J Pennington on Jun 22, 2023

Give God the glory for all you are and all you will be. Let us look inside ourselves and find the person God created us to be. If you know yourself, more power to you, but we still need to examine ourselves, if for no other reason than that is what God told us to do. Examine Yourself!

When you know who you are in Christ, you can easily follow the Lord’s Way and Truth. Some of you think, “That’s too hard.” However, I ask the Holy Spirit to bring to your remembrance that Jesus, Himself, said: “My yoke is easy, and my burden is light” (Matt. 11:30, NIV). If things are hard for some ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5, Lamentations 3:40, Galatians 6:3-5, 1 Corinthians 11:28-32

Denomination: Other

Protection…by Jesus Series

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Jun 25, 2023

Second in the series of God's powerful Ps, that of protection.

Protection…by Jesus Today we will look at the second powerful “P” in our short series of the three Ps in the book of Psalms. The three powerful Ps are: Provision, Protection, and Promotion. Last week we looked at provision, so now let us look at those of protection. The Lord is my shepherd; I shall ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pursuing God's Heart - Reflecting His Mercy - Being Merciful

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jul 9, 2023

The heart of the LORD is about Mercy towards us, and as HE gives mercy, we are also to be merciful to others. We love, because HE first loved us. We forgive, because HE first forgave us. We have mercy because HE first was merciful to us.

2023.07.09.Sermon.The Heart of the LORD - Have Mercy William Akehurst, HSWC I was reflecting on the “Walk through the Bible” study we did a few years back, when we recognized the 1st three kings over Israel, and the words and hand motions to describe each. King Saul had no heart for the LORD King ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:8, Luke 10:25-37, Matthew 22:36-40, Matthew 5:7, Hebrews 4:14-16, Luke 6:27-36, Proverbs 11:17, Matthew 6:22-23, Romans 4:4, James 2:13, Micah 6:8, Colossians 3:12-15, Matthew 15:18, Matthew 7:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Be Great In God's Kingdom Series

Contributed by Mark Hall on Jul 13, 2023

It is God's desire that we live so that our lives will be great in His Kingdom I give my permission for this sermon to be used in its fullness for the glory of God

HOW TO BE GREAT IN GOD’S KINGDOM Let’s stand together and please open your Bible to Revelation 22:12 as we continue our series on eternal rewards with today’s message, “How to be Great in God’s Kingdom.” It is my hope that everyone here wants to be called great in God’s kingdom and if so, then this ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:12, Revelation 3:21, Matthew 18:1-4, Matthew 20:26-28, Matthew 5:19, Matthew 5:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Blessings Of Hope Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Dec 1, 2024

In a world filled with unpredictable challenges and trials, “The Blessing of Hope” reminds us that true peace and unwavering strength come from anchoring ourselves in the unshakable promises of God and the living hope we have through Jesus Christ.

The Blessing of Hope Romans 15:13; 1 Peter 1:3-5 Online Sermon: www.mckeesfamily.com/sermons/ Life can be so unpredictable—joys and sorrows, beautiful blessings and distressing difficulties can come unexpectedly. Our life’s dreams and plans can change in an instant. We all know this to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:13, 1 Peter 1:3-5, Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Baptist

Light & Glory Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 19, 2024

Simeon sings praise to God for the gift of salvation for all people.

Light & Glory Jeffery Anselmi / General Light & Glory / Christmas; Glory / Luke 2:22–35 Simeon sings praise to God for the gift of salvation for all people. INTRODUCTION - Christmas is just a few days away! - Today, we will be looking at something that happened when Jesus was about 40 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

An Unusual Robbery

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 3, 2025

Everything belongs to God and we are stewards of what God entrusts to us. God requires we give back to Him a tenth of all our income. God tells us that to fail to pay tithes is to rob Him of what's His. If we do tithe we receive a seventh-fold blessing.

AN UNUSUAL ROBBERY Mal. 3:8-12 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A pastor of a country church was talking to one of his church members about tithing. He asked him, “Jim, if you had 100 horses, would you give 10 of them to the Lord?” The farmer answered, “Yes Pastor, I’d give 10 of them to the Lord.” ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:8-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"come Before Winter"

Contributed by David Henderson on Jan 8, 2025

The Bible has a lot to say about time. The most important thing it says is something you and I already know - - - -and it is this ----- our time here on Earth is limited. Time is like a coin - you can spend it, but you can only spend it once.

“Come before Winter” 2nd Timothy 4:9-22 The Bible has a lot to say about time. The most important thing it says is something you and I already know - - - -and it is this ----- our time here on Earth is limited. Time is like a coin - you can spend it, but you can only spend it once. How many times ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:9-22

Denomination: Baptist

Asking Jesus Into Your Heart: An Unbiblical Term That Waters Down The Gospel

Contributed by Randy Crawford on Jun 10, 2025

We are living in a day when the gospel is under a full on assault—not just from outside the church, but from within. The language we use matters.

Asking Jesus Into Your heart: An Unbiblical Term That Waters Down The Gospel Text: Romans 10:9-13; Luke 9:23-24; Ezekiel 36:25-27 INTRODUCTION We are living in a day when the gospel is under a full on assault—not just from outside the church, but from within. The language we use matters. We ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:9-13, Luke 9:23-24, Ezekiel 36:25-27

There Is One God Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jun 12, 2025

What is one of the key truths about God that can bring a diverse group of believers together in unity?

Seven Foundations of Fellowship: There is One God Introduction What is one of the key truths about God that can bring a diverse group of believers together in unity? For the past six weeks we have studied the “Seven Ones” - the foundations of fellowship found in Ephesians 4. Each one of these ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Be Perfect” Series

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Jul 9, 2022

Jesus said, 'You therefore must be perfect'. What an unreasonable demand! And yet, there are so many reasons to strive for it.

INTRODUCTION We’re continuing in our series in the Sermon on the Mount. In our passage for today, Jesus starts by saying, ‘Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.’ What do you think of that!? Back in March I told you about an interview I heard on Radio 4. The reporter was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Baptist

Do We Have Pigeon Religion?

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 3, 2022

The Bible does NOT say, "the Spirit came on Jesus as a pigeon." Doves have 8 character differences from pigeons. Just as the dove is the symbol of the Holy Spirit, so "pigeon religion" is a counterfeit of the Holy Spirit. Let's seek the Dove!

DO WE HAVE PIGEON RELIGION? John 1:29-33 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A doctor went out and bought a brand new Ferrari GTO, that can top out at 250 mph. He took it out for a spin and stopped at a red light. 2. An old man on a moped pulled up next to him. He asked, “What kind of car ya got there, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Wise And Foolish At The Bridegrooms Coming Part Two Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Aug 17, 2022

The second in a series on the wise and foolish virgins.

The Wise and Foolish at the Bridegroom’s Coming (Part Two) Text: Matthew 25:1-13 OPEN WITH PRAYER AND THANKSGIVING Well if you remember from last time, we began looking at the ten virgins. Five were wise and five were foolish. All then had their lamps, and we talked about how those lamps are a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible