Sermons on Lift Up Your Hands:

Provoking Thoughts From 2 John

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 10, 2022

Obviously, we are dealing with 2 John in this message. You have probably noticed that second and third John are very short.

Second John only has 13 verses. Third John only has 15 verses. But, do not make the mistake of thinking that because these two books are short that it diminishes what John has to say. Illus: John was like some people we meet. They do not say a lot, but they have the most to say when they do ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Birth Of Jesus Christ PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 14, 2023

This sermon explores God's divine messengers, the majesty of Jesus' birth, and the relationship between John and Jesus in the Gospel of Luke. Key

Good morning, beloved family of God. It is a beautiful day that the Lord has made, and we are here to rejoice and be glad in it. We gather not as strangers, but as brothers and sisters, united in the love of Christ, bound by the grace that has been so lavishly bestowed upon us. We are here to seek ...read more

Topics: John, Relative

When Men Cry PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 24, 2024

This sermon encourages breaking masculine stereotypes, embracing emotional expression, and vulnerability as integral parts of a transformative, authentic faith in God.

Welcome, dear friends, to another blessed day in the house of our Lord. A day where we gather together, not just as individuals, but as a collective body of Christ, bound by our shared faith, shared love, and shared commitment to serve our Heavenly Father. Today, we will turn our attention to a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-24, Matthew 9:27-31

Topics: Anatomy, Crying

Communion Symbols PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 2, 2024

This sermon explores the profound spiritual significance of the Lord's Supper, encouraging believers to approach it with reverence and gratitude.

Welcome, beloved family of God. It's a blessing to gather together once again. Today, we're going to turn our focus to 1 Corinthians 11, a passage that speaks of the Lord's Supper. This sacrament, this sacred act, is one that we, as believers, participate in regularly. But do we truly understand ...read more

Topics: Communion

The Power Of Focus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 2, 2024

This sermon encourages believers to shift their focus from the temporary, visible world to the eternal, unseen truths of God, fostering a deeper, focused faith.

Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred sanctuary where we gather to seek solace and strength, from the Word of God. Today, we find ourselves standing on the precipice of a profound spiritual revelation, a revelation that is as old as the scriptures themselves, yet as fresh as the morning dew. It's a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:18

Topics: Focus

Grace - Given And Received

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 10, 2003

In the promises to Abram we see God’s grace. In Abram’s response we see how we should respond to grace.

Genesis 11:10-12:9 March 9, 2003 NIV Jeremiah 23:23 "Am I only a God nearby," declares the LORD, "and not a God far away? What does that mean. Far God - transcendent - creator - not interested in the little things Near God - personal - can make a difference in the day to day of life Genesis ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Warning Against Worldliness

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Jul 28, 2003

To note the importance of drawing close to God.

A Warning Against Worldliness Text: James 4.1-10 Thesis: To note the importance of drawing close to God. Introduction: (1) Have you ever been wanted “your way”? (2) We live in a culture where we are taught to “have it your way, right away.” Discussion: I. The Curse of Worldliness: A. Leads ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Parting Message Series

Contributed by Aaron Householder on Feb 4, 2005

22nd in a series from Acts this sermon examines the acceptance or rejection of the Gospel message with challenging questions of the hearer.

The Spirit, the Church, & the World: A Parting Message Acts 13:42-52 The Gospel is the Good News about God’s love to us through Jesus. The Gospel is, by its very nature, divisive. It is a message that will lead to a parting: accepting or rejecting it. How does the experience of Paul & Barnabas ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:42-52

Denomination: Baptist

The Surrendered Christian - Part 1 Of 2

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on Mar 24, 2004

Paul under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit delineates how we are to yield our lives to the will of God.

“The Surrendered Christian” – Part 1 of 2 Romans 12:1-2 I. The SURRENDERED Christian. (vv. 1-2) 1. The CALL. (v. 1a) I beseech you therefore brethren by the mercies of God Romans 15:30; 1 Corinthians 1:10; 2 Corinthians 5:20; 10:1; Ephesians 4:1; 1 Thessalonians 4:1; Hebrews 13:22 ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Over Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 24, 2004

This is the 27th study in the study "The Hebrew Hymnal".

Series: The Hebrew Hymnal (Psalms) HYMN #30: OVER… Psalm 30 Is you spiritual life like one gigantic roller coaster? One moment things are good; the next, they are terrible. Psalm 30:1-12 Overconfident “When I felt secure, I said, “I will never be shaken.” Have you ever felt like you ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Great Couples Of The Bible 3: Boldness Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Feb 26, 2010

Looking at the virtue of Goodness through the eyes of Abram and Sarai.

Great Couples of the Bible 3 The Boldness of Abraham and Sarah A young man called his mother and announced excitedly that he had just met the woman of his dreams. Now what should he do? His mother had an idea: "Why don't you send her flowers, and on the card invite her to your place for a ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Knowing How To Persevere For Christ Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Feb 17, 2009

“How can I persevere in earnestly contending for the faith?”

Knowing How to Persevere For Christ Jude 17-23 PROPOSITION: Because Christ is King, you must persevere in earnestly contending for the faith. I. Work at knowing the Word of God. v. 17-19 A. Know the commandments of the Word of God. 1. It is essential to know what the apostles ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:17-23

Denomination: Baptist

Living With Purpose

Contributed by S S on Aug 3, 2009

Sermon on Daniel 1-6 - Living with purpose.

Living with purpose Daniel 1-6 1. Participating in unholy practices (Dan 1 -- meat or vegetables) - Dan 1:8; 2:20, 27, 28, 47 - what are the things that corrupt, defile us? Sinful acts, behavior, attitudes, thoughts, speech, games, material things - Live a life that is holy & pleasing to God: ...read more

Denomination: *other

The Bible Is God’s Book

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Jan 28, 2016

The Bible is more than just a book about God. It has a purpose for us. There is sufficient reason to study the Bible other than just to know about God.

I. All scripture is breathed by God A. Inspiration- “the superintending of God’s Spirit on the writers of Holy scripture, the account and interpretation of God’s revelation have been recorded as God intended so that the bible is actually the word of God.” B. Canon – ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Confession Of A Saint

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Leslie Verghese on Sep 6, 2018

Confession, Supplication, Restoration

Confession, Supplication, Remission, Submission, Restoration 1) Confession (1-6) a. Cry i. Three Words to denote the act 1. Transgression – Crossing the Limit 2. Iniquity – Crookedness of the act 3. Sin – Missing the standard of God ii. Three usages for forgiveness 1. Blot Out – No way to pay; take ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal