Sermons on Lifting Up Christ:

The Truth Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

The importance of building our lives on the truth of God's Word, which provides a solid foundation for our faith and helps us withstand the storms of life.

Today, we're going to talk about building our lives on a solid foundation. You know when you're playing Jenga, and you want to make sure the tower doesn't fall over? Well, our lives are kind of like that tower, and we need to make sure we're building on something strong and steady. Jesus talked ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Topics: Biblical Truths, Spiritual Growth, Divine Guidance, Faith Building

Seed The Clouds Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

To seed the clouds, we need to have a prophetic imagination, which means seeing the invisible, hearing the inaudible, and believing the impossible. We need to persist in prayer and trust that God is working behind the scenes.

Have you ever heard of cloud seeding? It's this crazy science experiment where they make it rain by putting stuff into clouds. Back in 1946, a dude named Vincent Schaeffer made it snow by seeding clouds with dry ice. But guess what? This idea isn't new. Even the prophet Elijah did it. Even the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:41-46, Psalm 126:1

Topics: Miracles, Faith, Boldness, Prayer

Follow Me Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

Jesus calls ordinary people to follow Him and spread His message. We are all invited to be part of His mission, and our role is to extend this invitation to others.

Today, we're diving into the lives of Jesus' first followers, His original squad. You know what's cool? They were just regular dudes, like you and me. They weren't superstar preachers or smooth talkers. They were fishermen, working hard and getting their hands dirty. Picture this: Jesus walks up to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:16-20

Topics: Faith, Divine Calling, Spiritual Growth, Discipleship

Known By God Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

God fully knows and loves us, and He knows what's best for us.

Let's start with a little object lesson. I want you to think about your favorite pair of shoes. You know, the ones that are perfectly worn in, super comfy, and you feel like you can conquer the world in them. Now, imagine if someone tried to tell you that those shoes are uncomfortable and not your ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:8-9, Proverbs 19:21

Topics: Divine Love, Unconditional Acceptance, Omniscience, Spiritual Knowledge

Sharing The Kingdom Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

We are part of God's family and have been given the kingdom. Let's invite others to join us.

Today we're talking about how God knows us inside out and wants to hang out with us. He's made us part of His squad, and now we get to invite others to join the party. Imagine you've got the latest, most awesome video game. It's so cool, you can't help but want to share it with your friends. You ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22, Matthew 22:1-14

Topics: Evangelism, Spiritual Growth, Divine Invitation, Kingdom Building

Identity Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

We are created in God's image, designed for community, and destined to make a positive impact on our surroundings.

Have you ever seen the movie 'The Blindside'? It's about this kid, Michael Oher, who grew up on the rough streets of Memphis. But then, this family saw something in him that no one else did. They took him in, loved him, and helped him become a star in the NFL. But what if they hadn't seen who he ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26

Topics: Spiritual Identity, God's Love, Faith Journey, Divine Purpose

God Chooses Us Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

God, as the ultimate authority, has the power to show mercy and harden hearts. He has chosen us, and we have the opportunity to choose Him back. His love and mercy are gifts that He freely gives to us.

You know how in art class, the teacher gives you a lump of clay and you get to shape it into whatever you want? Well, that's kind of like what God does with us. We're like the clay, and He's the potter. He's the one in charge, shaping us into who He wants us to be. Think about it: God, the creator ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:14-25

Topics: Divine Sovereignty, Merciful God, Divine Mercy, Sovereign Grace

Save Me Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

The world’s money says, “Keep me for yourself.” God’s money says, “Save me for a purpose.” We need to find the balance between saving wisely and hoarding, focusing on honoring God with our money.

Today, we're going to talk about money! But before we dive in, let's do a little object lesson. I want you all to imagine you've just won a million dollars. What's the first thing you'd do? Buy a new car? A house for your parents? Or maybe you'd save it all? Imagine you've just won a million ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:21, Matthew 6:19-20

Topics: Financial Stewardship, Biblical Money Management, Wealth And Faith, Godly Saving

My Family Is A Hot Mess Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

When dealing with family chaos, we need to trust God, love our family members equally, and practice forgiveness.

You know, when your little brother won't stop annoying you, or your parents just don't get it? Yeah, we're going there. Let's start with a quick prayer. God, thanks for our families, even when they drive us nuts. Help us to trust, love, and forgive each other, just like you do with us. God, thanks ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:4, Genesis 18:9-12

Topics: Trust, Family Dynamics, Forgiveness, Unconditional Love

No One Knows Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Nov 29, 2023

We don't know when Jesus will come back, so we need to stay alert and ready. We should live confidently and share the gospel with others while we wait for His return.

What's your favorite mystery movie or book? (Spend a few minutes going around the room and calling on students who have a movie or book and ask them why they like it so much. If you have time, talk about your favorite mystery movie and why you love it.) Let's talk about a real-life mystery. This ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Topics: Second Coming, Biblical Prophecy, Spiritual Readiness, Eternal Life

A Miraculous Birth Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Dec 14, 2023

Just like Mary, we are chosen to be dwelling places for God. However, we often face obstacles of unworthiness, unbelief, and unwillingness that hinder the Holy Spirit's work in our lives.

In the Bible, Luke tells us that the Holy Spirit did something amazing in Mary. She became pregnant with Jesus, even though she was a virgin. She was just a regular girl, but she became the mother of Jesus. That's like pulling a rabbit out of a hat, right? And just like Mary, God wants to do ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38, John 1:11-13

Topics: Spiritual Growth, Divine Guidance, Faith Challenges, Prayer Power

There's Always Room At The Table Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Mar 18, 2024

God looks exactly like Jesus. Any other image of God is false. We recognize Jesus in the act of serving and there's always room at the table with God.

Ever wondered what God is like? It's a big question, right? But it's important because we tend to act like the God we believe in. The simple answer is, God is just like Jesus. Any other picture of God is off the mark. The Bible shows us how people's understanding of God changed over time, and it ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-8

Topics: Divine Nature, Jesus' Teachings, Spiritual Enlightenment, God's Love

Completely Restored Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Jun 20, 2024

When we turn to Jesus in our times of need, trust Him in our struggles, and believe in His power to heal and restore, complete restoration is possible.

Hey guys, let's dive into a crazy story from the Bible today. It's all about two people who were in really tough spots, but they found hope and healing when they met Jesus. This story is found in Mark 5:21-43. Imagine this: You're in a crowd, and there's this guy named Jairus, a big shot at the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43, Luke 4:18

Topics: Miracles, Divine Healing, Restoration, Faith

The Lord Reigns Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 15, 2024

The Lord Reigns

Psalm 97 The Lord Reigns 1. The Glory of His Reign It's Reality - 1 The Lord reigneth; It's Response - let the earth rejoice; It's Reach - let the multitude of isles be glad thereof. 2. The Greatness of His Reign His Mystery - 2 Clouds and darkness are round about ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

David's Recipe For Success Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 19, 2024

David's Recipe for Success

Psalm 144 David's Recipe for Success 1. David's Lord His Worship - 1 Blessed be the Lord His Worth - my strength, His Warfare - which teacheth my hands to war and my fingers to fight His Welfare - His Provision - 2 my goodness, His Protection - my fortress; my high tower, my ...read more

Denomination: Holiness