Sermons on Lift Up Head:

Look Up And Live

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Oct 3, 2019

Disobey you loose obey you win every time.

LOOK UP AND LIVE Numbers 21: And when king Arad the Canaanite, which dwelt in the south, heard tell that Israel came by the way of the spies; then he fought against Israel, and took some of them prisoners. 2 And Israel vowed a vow unto the LORD, and said, If ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 21:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Its A Set-Up

Contributed by Charles Maceo Holsey on Aug 14, 2012

This sermon deals with how the world attempts to set-up Christians and how the resurrection of Jesus liberates after being set-up by the world.

2 Chronicles 18:1 - 3 (NRSV) 1Now Jehoshaphat had great riches and honor; and he made a marriage alliance with Ahab. 2After some years he went down to Ahab in Samaria. Ahab slaughtered an abundance of sheep and oxen for him and for the people who were with him, and induced him to go up against ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 18:1-29

Denomination: Methodist

Opening Up To The Lord

Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 28, 2016

Things that were opened for these two disciples (Outline and some material adapted from Bob Russell from Lookout Magazine under the Living Word article for September 30, 2001; other material adapted from Sermon Central Contributors, thanks!)

HoHum: When times are hard, I have trouble praying. When that happens, I go walking in a deserted place and talk with the Lord while I walk. This seems to help. On these walks I am able to open myself up to the Lord, express myself. “He walks with me and he talks with me and He tells me I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Never Give Up Series

Contributed by Thomas Armbruster on Jun 7, 2021

Church, some of you have been asking me, when can I set my burden down? When can I give up?

WHEN CAN I GIVE UP? Matthew 11: 28-30 Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” Church, some ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30, Micah 6:8

Do Not Give Up PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

To explore the power of faith, hope, and love through the story of the healing at the pool of Bethesda.

Good morning, church family! Today, we'll be exploring a wonderful piece of scripture from the book of John, chapter 5, verses 1-5. We're going to delve deep into the power of faith, the strength of hope, and the encouragement of love. As we gear up for this exploration, let's ponder upon a quote ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-5

Topics: Perseverance

Church; Grow Up! Series

Contributed by Neil Olcott on Sep 10, 2009

Today’s Scripture is God’s Word to churches to be focused on building up the church to be mature and healthy! The Scriptures are directly telling us to focus on ourselves. Give attention to the church body and do what is necessary to make it healthier.

Date: July 12th, 2009 Bible Text: Ephesians 4:7-16 Subject: Complement: Main Idea: Intro: Imagine for a moment going to the doctor and after a battery of tests she comes out and tells you, “Look, you need to stop doing all the things you’re doing!” Your volunteer work in the community, your ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16

Denomination: Baptist

Never Give Up Series

Contributed by Greg Lindsey on Mar 8, 2020

Overcoming whatever you may be facing in your life.

You know I love that video but my favorite moment of all is when she stops, out of breath, the path is too hard, the journey is too tough, it’s time to just throw in the towel and quit. But just in that moment she lifts her head and you can see the determination in her eyes as she pushes forward, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:6-10

Hold Them Up

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 19, 2025

This is a Pastors' Appreciation Service Sermon that encourages us to hold our Ministers up.

HOLD THEM UP Exodus 17:8-13 Introduction: On this Pastors’ Appreciation Service, I am reminded of an article I read about the “Perfect Pastor”. The perfect Pastor… * Preaches exactly 10 minutes. The perfect Pastor… * Condemns sin but never hurts anyone’s feelings. The perfect Pastor… * Works ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

The 7ups Of Life

Contributed by Deborah Naves on Jan 28, 2010

God wants you to be your very best. Take the 7Up challenge and find out what you need to do to be a better Christian.

Be Uplifted - The 7Up Talk. _ _ _ _ _ If you’ve ever read the book of Acts, you’ll know it chronicles the story of Jesus’ ascension into heaven [Acts 1:1-14]. It is the Bible’s detailed account of how Jesus departed from his disciples and returned to Heavenly Father. As ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Wake Up, Get Up, Open Our Eyes

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 3, 2023

This is another vision for Zechariah. Here we see work that is being done and encouragement given to complete that work.

This is another vision where Zechariah sees the golden lampstand and olive trees. The ultimate meaning of this vision answers the question “How will any Christian finish the work that the Lord has given them to do?” It is by the Spirit of God. In verses 1-5: The angel came and woke Zachariah up. ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A New Life?

Contributed by John Howard on Jan 14, 2002

A look at the new life we have in Christ and how Christ wants us to respond.

Col 3:1-4 I have struggled with getting my topic or my idea captured - In words on paper - It seems I have had a restlessness - About what to talk about today - I have a desire, a deep desire - To encourage you to look heavenward - In every day, in every situation, in every moment Let me read you ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4, 2 Corinthians 5:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

Never Give Up PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2025

Jesus meets our deepest needs with forgiveness and healing, responding to faith—both ours and others’—with love greater than we can imagine.

If you listen closely, you can almost hear the shuffle of sandals and the rustle of robes in that little house in Capernaum. The room is stuffed shoulder-to-shoulder with people who showed up hungry for more than bread. They want words that mend, a voice that understands, a touch that makes all ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Topics: Faith, Perseverance

Stand Up For Jesus

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Aug 8, 2005

An overview of 2 Timothy and Paul’s call to stand up and stand firm for the gospel.

Stand Up For Jesus 2 Timothy 1:13-14, 2:1-3 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO An old song from our hymnals provides a fitting backdrop for 2 Timothy. Listen to the words written in 1858 by George Duffield, a Presbyterian minister in Philadelphia. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:13-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Head Coverings Are Not Biblical (1 Corinthians 11:2-16) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Aug 20, 2022

Women are full partners with men in worship, prayer, and service. Verses 4-10 are a quotation of the Corinthian argument, which Paul refutes.

Today, we have the privilege of wrestling with 1 Corinthians 11:2-16. This passage has been called the most complicated, difficult passage in the NT (N.T Wright). Some of the most brilliant minds in NT studies have said that the key to the passage has not yet been unlocked (G. B. Caird). Almost ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:2-16

Stir Up The Gift

Contributed by Juan Lane on May 15, 2005

God has blessed us in many ways and some have decided to just sit on the blessings of God. We need to use what he has given us.

Stir Up The Gift Scripture Reference: II Timothy 1:6 (KJV) 2 Timothy 1:6 Wherefore I put thee in remembrance that thou stir up the gift of God, which is in thee by the putting on of my hands. -We need to stir up the gift that God has blessed us with. -Many people are looking for something new ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:6

Denomination: Pentecostal