Sermons on Lift Up Your Heads O Gates:

Living On The Altar: A Life Fully Given To God

Contributed by Chris Layton on Nov 6, 2025

Romans 12:1 is not a casual suggestion—it’s a heartfelt plea. Paul is urging us to respond to God’s grace with complete surrender. Not just a one-time decision, but a daily offering.

Living on the Altar: A Life Fully Given to God Romans 12:1 Introduction: A Call to Total Surrender Romans 12:1 is not a casual suggestion—it’s a heartfelt plea. Paul writes, “I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God…” He’s urging us to respond to God’s grace with complete ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1

Denomination: Baptist

Comfort For The Uncomfortable — A Devotional Look At Romans 8

Contributed by Andrew Senesac on Nov 12, 2025

Romans 8 is both highly theological and highly practical. In it Paul discusses the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives. I have followed Paul’s example and this outline reflects both that theological and practical nature.

Therefore… No condemnation (v.1) I. Paul looks back over all he’s said from chapter 3 till now. He’s laid out the Gospel in both its Justification (ch. 3-5) and Sanctification (ch. 6-8). He concludes with the truth of our sanctification. This truth is both legal and practical: I. Legal - ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-39, Romans 6:16-18, Psalm 53:2, Isaiah 53:6

Building Emotional Intimacy In Marriage Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 23, 2025

This teaching reveals how couples can deepen emotional closeness, understanding, and unity for a healthier and joyful marriage.

BUILDING EMOTIONAL INTIMACY IN MARRIAGE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 2:24 Key Verse: “And they shall be one flesh.” — Genesis 2:24 Supporting Texts: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12; Ephesians 4:2-3; 1 Peter 3:7; Colossians 3:12-14; Song of Solomon 2:16 INTRODUCTION Emotional intimacy is the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Hope Through Repentance Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 3, 2025

This is the 49th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#49] HOPE THROUGH REPENTANCE Luke 13:1-9 Introduction: Romans 15:13 This verse reminds us that in the midst of anticipation and waiting, we can find confidence and assurance in God's promises. Hope during Advent is a confident expectation of the coming of Christ, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

When Trouble Comes

Contributed by Larry Finley on Jul 3, 2008

How to react in times of trouble

1. Be Open to the Lord 1-2 A. Perform a Self Examination B. Petition for Divine Examination 2. Be Focused on the Lord 3 A. Powerful Motivation B. Personal Application 3. Be Separate From the World 4-5 A. The Appathetic B. The Rebellous 4. Be Passionate in Your Worship 6-7 A. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 26:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Lord, Teach Us To Pray (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Mark Nichols on Mar 14, 2008

Jesus teaches us a pattern and a promise of prayer.

Let’s look at part 2 of what Jesus teaches us concerning prayer. 1. the PATTERN of prayer (Matthew 6:5-15) A. your ATTITUDE of prayer (vs. 5,6) B. your BEHAVIOR of prayer (vs. 7,8) C. your CONTENT of prayer (vs. 9 - 15) 2. the PROMISE of prayer (Matthew 7:7-12) A. God will HEAR OUR ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Day The Fire Fell Series

Contributed by Glenn Newton on May 16, 2005

Living the Spirit Filled Life is vital to the Christian Life, a must have for every believer.

The Day the Fire Fell Pastor Glenn Newton May 15, 2005 AC 2:1 When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. 2 Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting. 3 They saw what seemed to be tongues of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-12

Denomination: Nazarene

Baptism Into Death, Baptism Into Life

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jun 7, 2009

This is a sermon for a baptism service.

CATM Sermon for Baptism Sunday – June 7, 2009 We’re here for a very special purpose today. Today we will christen 3 children. Christening is both a public naming of the child plus the dedication of the child to God, and the commitment of the parent to raise the child in the love of and the fear of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Mastery Of Slavery

Contributed by David Tack on Jul 6, 2009

The necessity of being bond servants for Christ gives us real liberty!

The Mastery of Slavery Outline and some parts borrowed from Alexander Maclaren TEXT PASSAGE: John 8:31, 32- (31) Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed; (32) And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-32

Denomination: Baptist

God Sticks To His Plans! Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Nov 5, 2008

God will respond to people’s concerns but will always stick to His perfect plan!

In the Book of Isaiah Chapter 14, we can read God’s plans for Israel. Verse 24 of Isaiah 14 states, The LORD Almighty has sworn, "Surely, as I have planned, so it will be, and as I have purposed, so it will stand.” God told the prophet Jeremiah, “For I know the plans I have for you, plans to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:15-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Mercy: The Ability To Heal Others Series

Contributed by Brad Fowler on Oct 13, 2007

Mercy comes to those who are merciful. The measure we use, it is measured to us.

I. INTRODUCTION Good morning! It’s good to be with you all again! We are continuing our series on the ABC’s of Christian Living. We come to the letter “m” which is “Mercy: The Ability To Heal Others.” (Matt.5:7) “Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.” One man once said to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:32-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Forgiveness Is Found In Christ Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 11, 2015

John gives us three very important concepts to grab hold of: If we live in the dark, God does not live within us; if we live in the truth, He is within us and we walk perfectly with Him; and lastly, repentance is more than words; it's a life change.

Forgiveness is found in Christ 1 John Bible Study, Part 2 1 John 1:5-10 Introduction - The author of this letter (or epistle) is the disciple, John - This Epistle was probably written in Ephesus between the years 95–110. -- It was written to counter Docetism: belief that Jesus did ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Secret To A Satisfied Life

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Feb 3, 2015

A sermon from Philippians to help those who are discontented.

The Secret to a Satisfied Life Php 4:4 Rejoice in the Lord alway: and again I say, Rejoice. 5 Let your moderation be known unto all men. The Lord is at hand. 6 Be careful for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. 7 And ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Days Of Thyatira Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 24, 2017

Jesus told us to be in the world, but not of it. This at least implies we are to be engaged, interactive, present, making the world a better place. But it also means we have to govern our exposure to those things which dishonor God.

To the angel of the church of Thyatira write These things says the Son of God, the one having his eyes like flame of fire, and his feet like polished bronze. I know your works, and the love, and the faith, and the service (deaconate), and the patience (endurance), and your latter works are greater ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: *other

First Love

Contributed by Dewayne Bolton on Sep 7, 2012

To encourage believers to keep their first love alive and viberant

REVELATION 2:1-5 FIRST LOVE INTRO: A. John had been banished to the Island of Patmos and while there he was overshadowed by the Holy Spirit while worshiping God. a. Being overshadowed by the Holy Spirit he was shown things which must shortly take place. b. I do not have time to elaborate on those ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-5

Denomination: Holiness