Sermons on Mixed Up:

Take Up Your Cross, And Follow Him

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jul 27, 2017

"They just decided, 'We're going to leave the cross and take Jesus.'"

22A In August of 2003 - the Church of the Holy Cross in Midtown Manhattan, New York City was broken into twice. In the first break-in, thieves stole a moneybox that was situated near a votive candle rack. Three weeks later, the church was burglarized a second time. But this time, the thieves ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-27

Denomination: Catholic

Proximity Warning

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 10, 2015

Most advanced aircraft have a computerized warning system which warns the pilots when the aircraft is approaching terrain not designated as a landing area. Not only do planes need to be warned of dangerous terrain, but so do Christians.

PROXIMITY WARNING! Rom. 13:11-14 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. It was in a country church, that one of the members dozed off to sleep. 2. The preacher said, “Will all those who want to go to heaven, please stand!” Everyone stood except for the slumbering member. 3. After they all sat ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Encouragement: Making Others Strong

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 12, 2015

As long as the church of Jesus Christ has the potential to improve, we need to be serious about encouraging others.

Encouragement: Making Others Strong (2015 Revision of an earlier sermon already posted) 1. We are often discuouraged. 2. There is an old story about a pastor leaving a church. At his farewell dinner, he tried to encourage one of the pillar members, “Don’t be so sad. The next pastor ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:38

Denomination: Independent/Bible

New Year, Old Life Series

Contributed by Eliseo Tibio on Jan 10, 2015

I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.

INTRODUCTION: A. I’m sure you’ve noticed that each year almost all the major news magazines put out an issue with special pictorial sections recalling people & events that made news during the previous year. Many magazines also include articles by experts predicting what they expect ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Foursquare

All You Need Is Love, The Love Of God And He Will Do Wonders Through You.

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Sep 26, 2021

The disciples were focused on their status and not upon the love of God. What were the disciples missing, what should they have known?

This sermon was delivered to Holy Trinity in Ayr, South Ayrshire, Scotland on the 26th September 2021; a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries. The readings for today are: Esther 7:1-6, 9-10; 9:20-22 Psalm 12 James 5:13-20 Main Reading: Mark ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-50

Denomination: Episcopal

Revelation Study Series 6 - God's Mysterious Plan Fulfilled Series

Contributed by Clayton Beck on Feb 17, 2023

Jesus is alive! Jesus is coming back! Jesus wants you ready for His return!

Revelation Study Series 6 - God's Mysterious Plan Fulfilled 11.14.21 Message… Most of you know the story of the Tortoise and the Hare who ran a race. The rabbit was very confident in his ability to win because of his speed. So, much so that along the race he took a nap. While he was sleeping ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Better Than Silver, Finer Than Gold!

Contributed by Larry Grant on May 1, 2022

The disciples had no money to give. Had they had it, they would have gladly given it. But what they had was of more value than alms. And, best of all, they were willing to share what they had.

Acts 3:1-10 Better Than Silver, Finer Than Gold May 1, 2022 Peter and John had hardly begun their ministry when they encountered a man who had been lame all his life. Having no means of support, the cripple lay daily at the beautiful gate of the temple to beg alms of those who came ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Praise The Lord In Humility

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 18, 2016

To show what humble people are like in honoring the LORD JESUS CHRIST.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you humble? No. GOD made me no one to influence someone. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show what humble people are like in honoring the LORD JESUS CHRIST. IV. TEXT: 2 Samuel 6:22 (Amplified Bible) I will be still more lightly esteemed than ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Take A Stand For The Cause Of Christ! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 28, 2018

How can we do take a stand for the cause of Christ? 1. Defend each other (Acts 16:35-39). 2. Develop each other (Acts 16:40). 3. Depart to serve the Lord (Acts 16:40-17:1). 4. Deliver the Good News (Acts 17:1-9).

Take a Stand for the Cause of Christ! The Book of Acts - Part 56 Acts 16:35-17:9 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - August 31, 2014 "Stand up, stand up for Jesus, ye soldiers of the cross; Lift high His royal banner, it must not suffer loss. From victory unto victory His army shall ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Look Into Heaven

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Nov 19, 2023

The purpose of a preview is to cause excitement and desire to experience for yourself the entire thing, rather that is a movie, a show, or a computer program etc.

“A Look into Heaven” By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - If you have ever seen a movie or television program more than likely you saw it because you see the previews of it before hand. A preview is an inspection or viewing of something before it is bought or becomes generally known and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-11, John 17:11, Revelation 19:11

Denomination: Apostolic

Perseverance

Contributed by Dennis King on Oct 25, 2022

Perhaps you've been lucky and haven’t had to endure a lot of life’s common trials and tribulations. If so, “persevering or perseverance” might not resonate much with you?

Perseverance Perseverance means various things to different people at different stages of their lives. Let's rethink some of the situations we encountered where we demonstrated tenacious determination before we discuss biblical characters that displayed exceptional perseverance. What does the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 14:27, Job 42:10, Romans 8:18, 1 Peter 5:8, Hebrews 13:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Twenty-Second Sunday In Ordinary Time- Get Behind Me, Satan

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jul 29, 2023

You tell the Lord you don’t want him to die, and he responds by calling you Satan.

The book, Tigers in the Dark, tells about a time when all the electricity went out at a Barnum and Bailey Circus. There was total darkness at the circus. They had just started the act with the tiger trainer locked in a cage with several fierce Bengal tigers. The tigers could see the man - the man ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-27

Denomination: Catholic

Standing Up For Jesus In An Increasingly Secular World

Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Aug 12, 2024

This sermon explores why standing up for Jesus Christ in an increasingly secular society and how we can courageously live out our faith in a God-honoring way.

Introduction In today's world, where secularism seems to be on the rise and religious beliefs are increasingly marginalized, standing up for Jesus has never been more crucial. The pressures to conform to worldly standards can be overwhelming, but as followers of Christ, we are called to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:32-33

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Midnight 3am Wake-Up Call Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 17, 2025

Let's explore possible meanings behind waking up at 3 am through a biblical lens.

Waking up at 3 am can be a jarring experience, leaving you feeling disoriented and wondering what stirred you from slumber. In biblical tradition, this hour is often associated with spiritual significance. Let's explore possible meanings behind waking up at 3 am through a biblical lens. 1. A ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12

Spit It Out!

Contributed by Loyd C. Taylor on Mar 5, 2024

This message is about the need to share the Gospel, even though at time our heavenly Father may need to compel us to do so. We should never be ashamed to share the powerful Gospel of Salvation!

SPIT IT OUT! Text: Rom 1:16-17 (16) For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek. (17) For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, The just ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-17, Matthew 28:18-20, Mark 16:15, 1 Corinthians 15:1-4, 1 Peter 3:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist