Sermons on Pick Up Your Cross:

Are You Missing God's Best For Your Life? Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 10, 2022

1. Have I measured the value of my life? (vs. 24-26). 2. Have I determined my destiny? (vs. 26). 3. Do I recognize my responsibility before God? (vs. 27). 4. Am I trusting Jesus when I don't understand? (vs. 28). 5. Am I focused on Christ's return? (vs. 27-28).

Are You Missing God's Best for Your Life? The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 16:24-28 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared September 10, 2022) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 16. This chapter began with Christ-rejecting Pharisees and Sadducees trying to trap Jesus by asking Him for a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-28

Denomination: Baptist

Looking On And Taking In The Crucified One

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 28, 2009

As Moses lifted up the healing serpent, so the Jews lifted up Christ, the healer, on the cross, so that we might take him and be transformed.

April 4, 2006 Tuesday of 5th week in Lent If we read John’s Gospel from start to finish, one of the impressions we get over and over again is that Jesus was surrounded by idiots and incompetents. It seems like every page turn brings the words “they did not understand.” But there is nothing new ...read more

Scripture: John 8:21-30

Denomination: Catholic

Rise Up And Follow The Star / Epiphany

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Jan 4, 2013

Just as the Wise Men, be ready to meet God in the midst of your everyday activities, then rise up and follow the star. What you believe should determine how you behave. Be willing to put feet on your faith; then rise up and follow the star.

For those not familiar with an Anglican Service; there are four Scripture Readings before the Sermon. The Scripture Readings for this day were: Isaiah 60:1-6; Psalm 72:1-7.10-14; Ephesians 3:1-12and Matthew 2:1-12. Let us pray....... O Heavenly Father we thank-you for the gift of your son. Help us ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40, Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Anglican

God Is For Us

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 1, 2006

No matter what difficulty we face in life, God is always there to pick us up. He is for us.

GOD IS FOR US A. Son Games ILLUSTRATION: In 490 B.C., a great battle between two WORLD EMPIRES, the PERSIANS and GREEKS (the Athenians), was fought in the ancient town of Marathon, some 22 miles from the city of Athens. The battle was FIERCE, but resulted in the DEFEAT of the PERSIANS. A ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus’ Cross-Driven Concerns-6 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 25, 2017

6 of 6. As Jesus hung on the cross, He voiced particularly important concerns. At the juncture of life & death, matters of greatest significance are prioritized. But What are these as evidenced from the Cross? A Cross-driven Concern of Jesus is Your...

JESUS’ CROSS-Driven CONCERNS-VI Lk. 23:33-49; Jn. 19:17-30; Mat. 27:33-54; Mk. 15:21-39 OR--CONCERNS From The CROSS We can but should never be--oblivious to the obvious. The Church & Christians can be oblivious to the obvious... that while we bicker about ‘this that or the other thing,’ that ...read more

Scripture: John 19:30, Luke 23:46

Denomination: Baptist

7 Spirits Of God

Contributed by John Putty on Apr 7, 2011

I picked this up somewhere along the way and thought others could use it as a study help or resources.

The Sevenfold Spirit of God Where does this concept come from? Revelation 1:4-5 (NLT) "This letter is from John to the seven churches in the province of Asia.  Grace and peace from the one who is, who always was, and who is still to come; from thesevenfold Spirit before his throne; and from ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:4-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus’ Cross-Driven Concerns-3 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 12, 2017

3 of 6. As Jesus hung on the cross, He voiced particularly important concerns. At the juncture of life & death, matters of greatest significance are prioritized. But What are these as evidenced from the Cross? A Cross-driven Concern of Jesus is Your...

JESUS’ CROSS-Driven CONCERNS-III Lk. 23:33-49; Jn. 19:17-30; Mat. 27:33-54; Mk. 15:21-39 OR--CONCERNS From The CROSS Attention: It’s Missing! Sherlock Holmes & Dr. Watson go on a camping trip, set up their tent, & fall asleep. Some hours later, Holmes wakes his faithful friend. “Watson, look up ...read more

Scripture: John 19:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

Against All Odds

Contributed by Eric Ferguson on May 9, 2008

Turning Steps of Risk Into a Walk of Faith. Whenever you’re up against all odds, life seems to take on a different meaning Just when you become comfortable in the even flow of things happening, God shows up and does something wonderful in your life to

------- OPTIONAL DVD STATS OPENER AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST ------- DVD Intro “What Are The Odds…” Fade music out on black (this opener basically shows text fading in and out of odd statistics) ------- OPENING: Often times, life is a test for us. We strive at completing the test and coming through ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:15-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Build Yourselves Up PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 20, 2023

This sermon encourages Christians to actively build their faith, pray in the Holy Spirit, and remain in God's love while awaiting Christ's mercy and eternal life.

Good morning, beloved family of God. Isn't it a joy to gather together in this sacred space, bound by our shared love for the Creator, and warmed by the fellowship of our brothers and sisters in Christ? Our hearts are full and our spirits are eager as we prepare to engage with the Word of God anew. ...read more

Topics: Building Up

David's Five Stones

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jun 16, 2012

The sermon reveals the stones David picked up and what was written on each that gave him the courage to face the giant.

Five Smooth Stones of Faith. 1 Samuel 17:40 1. First Smooth Stone David used had written on it “Fear NOT” . 23Goliath, the Philistine champion from Gath, stepped out from his lines and shouted his usual defiance, and David heard it 26Who is this uncircumcised Philistine ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:40

Denomination: Methodist

Manger, Cross And Crown

Contributed by James H Boyd on Jun 10, 2024

Our key text for tonight touches on all of these themes. It comes from the Gospel according to… Isaiah!

As I was pondering and seeking the Lord on what to share with you this evening, I was thinking about how we just finished up with Christmas and in just a few weeks we will be going into Lent and the Easter season. That really got me thinking about the different memorial seasons we observe to focus ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

What's Up Doeg Series

Contributed by Todd Sommer on Jun 19, 2019

Full Sermon preached @ faithandvictory.com/doeg Sermon about not worrying and trusting in God's plan for your life.

*Disclaimer- I apologize if I don’t have the correct citations, please contact me if I may have inadvertently quoted someone inappropriately. I give anyone anywhere full use of this sermon in any format for any application with or without citation of me. Its all God’s word. If it blesses you and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 22:6-23, Romans 5:12, 1 John 5:19, 1 Peter 5:8, Romans 11:22, Acts 2:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus’ Cross-Driven Concerns-4 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 12, 2017

4 of 6. As Jesus hung on the cross, He voiced particularly important concerns. At the juncture of life & death, matters of greatest significance are prioritized. But What are these as evidenced from the Cross? A Cross-driven Concern of Jesus is Your...

JESUS’ CROSS-Driven CONCERNS-IV Lk. 23:33-49; Jn. 19:17-30; Mat. 27:33-54; Mk. 15:21-39 OR--CONCERNS From The CROSS Attention: Oblivious to the obvious The Church & Christians can be oblivious to the obvious... that while we bicker about ‘this that or the other thing,’ that there are literally ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:46

Denomination: Baptist

It Is Your Responsibility

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Nov 25, 2002

We can’t gussy up our attitudes or actions to make them seem righteous on the outside and think that we are pleasing God. It’s much better to be transparent and let God deal with you, than try to hide sin under a pretty blanket.

The latest answer when you are caught making a mistake, doing something wrong – even breaking the law is: There was an error in judgment. Not, I goofed, or I’m guilty – but an error in judgment was made. That goes right along with this one: "I assume responsibility for all of my actions, except the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:1-65

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Getting Rid Of The Agagite: Generational Curses Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jun 17, 2015

A message about the importance of dealing with generational curses (things we pick up from family). Different angle.

Title: Get Rid of the Agagite Theme: To show the importance of full obedience. Text: 1 Samuel 15:1-23 • Offering: Matthew 25:21 — “His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-23

Denomination: Church Of God