Sermons on Pick Up Your Mat:

Hurry Up And Wait

Contributed by Geoff Hamrick on Jul 16, 2005

Have you ever heard the expression, “Hurry up and wait?” This thought goes against everything we know as a way of life today. Because of technological advancements, we have become a society of impatient people. We want it…and we want it now.

Hurry Up and Wait Pastor Geoff Hamrick Psalms 27 Have you ever heard the expression, “Hurry up and wait?” This thought goes against everything we know as a way of life today. Because of technological advancements, we have become a society of impatient people. We want it…and we want it now. If ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Building Others Up Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 10, 2010

Four ways we can build one another up.

Building Others Up Romans 14:19-23 Rev. Brian Bill 10/10/10 I recently drove to Indiana to pick Lydia up from college. I arrived early so I thought I would walk around on the campus until she got out of her class. After walking for awhile I leaned against a light pole and did some people ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:19-23

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Caught Up Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Jul 29, 2021

A heavily edited sermon from the series, "The Return of the King" available on Sermon Central, we look at the biblical prophecies regarding the return of our King Jesus

Getting Caught Up Return of the King: Week 3 Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18; 1 Corinthians 15:50-58; Revelation 20:4-5 For the past two weeks we’ve been learning about Jesus’ Second Coming. In Revelation 22, He said He would be coming, and coming soon. What Jesus’ second coming is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, 1 Corinthians 15:50-58, Revelation 20:4-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Life's Ups And Downs

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 23, 2002

Paul’s life was full of ups and downs: He was a proud man, a humbled man and a new man.

LIFE’S UPS AND DOWNS Acts 9:1-19 INTRO.- ILL.- At a commuter train station a policeman noticed a woman driver leaning over her steering wheel in evident discomfort. "Is there anything wrong?" asked the police officer. Half crying and half laughing, the woman replied, "For ten years I have driven ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-19, Luke 4:19-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hurry Up And Wait Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 20, 2021

The three points of this sermon and a good bit of the content is borrowed from a sermon by Ray Pritchard (see the resources at the end of the sermon). The key to facing hard times is learning to wait on the Lord.

Introduction: A. Once there was a boy who asked a girl to go to the school formal dance. 1. She agreed, and he decided to rent a tuxedo, but the rental store had a long line, so he waited and waited, and finally he got his suit. 2. Then he decided to buy flowers, but the flower shop had a long ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Oldest Hymn Part 2- The Way Up Is Down Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Jan 27, 2006

Want to get promoted? Get what you feel is yours ’by right’? The way up is down.

The oldest Hymn part two- the way up is down. Phil 2:1-11 WBC 29.01.06pm RECAP Paul’s really concerned about Christian character, consistency and fruit - He’s particularly concerned because he knows he might ’go to be with the Lord’… and there are factions in the church… and striving for ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Grab On, Don't Let Go

Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Feb 18, 2019

SOMETIMES YOU GOTTA HOLD ON

Grab on Don’t let go you will win Hebrews 10: 35-36 Illus: Bulldog and two Dobermans There was a Bulldog pup that lived in a fenced in yard. The little Bulldog was a peaceful little dog that loved to play in the yard. About three doors down lived two Dobermans, they were quite aggressive. Every ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:35-36

Denomination: Pentecostal

Down In The Dumps Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 1, 2021

The best of men and women, and the wisest, and most gifted, and most used of God, find themselves going to the dumps.

A midwestern pastor was cleaning out his garage. He was planning to haul the rubbish to the dump. His two sons were excited about this, because they considered the dump the happy hunting ground. Only those who have ever found an exciting piece of junk there can fully appreciate their feelings. ...read more

The New Temple PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 26, 2024

This sermon explores Jesus' authority and challenges believers to question their own systems, striving to be faithful followers rather than passive observers.

Dear beloved, there is a warmth in our gathering today, isn't there? A sense of unity, a shared understanding that we are all here to partake in the divine banquet of God's word, to be nourished and filled, to be challenged and changed. It is in this spirit of shared anticipation that we approach ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-22

Topics: Christ, Shakes, Up

My Never Again List

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Jul 18, 2018

There are some things that I don't ever want to do again.

ROMANS 8:28 “MY NEVER AGAIN LIST” A) God works all things out for those who love Him. * Nothing could assure the believer any more than God working all things out for his good. * There are several things in our text that I want to really expound on ....... B) First: The words “all things” go ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Diagnoses And Cure Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on Apr 26, 2011

Sin is our condition, the Cross is the cure.

Introduction The best carpenter in the county was asked, "Which is your best tool?" Instead of pointing to a costly power saw or drill, he picked up a simple square and said, "This is the best tool; it makes all the others work." Let us not overlook our best tool; the simple gospel (Rom. 1:16). In ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-17

Denomination: Christian Church

Respond To The Call PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

To explores the divine authority of Jesus, His power to overcome death and darkness, and our hope of resurrection in Him, urging us to respond to His call in our lives.

Good morning, family. We're going to dive deep into the heart of John 11:38-44 today, talking about "Responding to the Call of Jesus," "The Power of Jesus to Overcome Darkness" and "The Hope of Resurrection in Jesus." It's a powerful section of Scripture that beautifully highlights Jesus' divine ...read more

Scripture: John 11:38-44

Topics: Get Up, Live

Renew As An Eagle PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 2, 2024

This sermon encourages believers to find strength in God amidst life's battles, be empowered by the Holy Spirit, and actively spread the Gospel.

Welcome, beloved, to this sacred gathering where we come together, not as strangers but as family, bound by the love of Jesus Christ. It is indeed a joy to see each one of you here today, for we are not just congregants, we are comrades, standing shoulder to shoulder on the battlefield of life. Our ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:29-31

Topics: Never Give Up

Look Who Finally Showed Up Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Apr 8, 2008

Ezra had confidence in God’s providence. When you see God’s providential hand of control it takes away your worries and fears and it gives you joy and peace and assurance. When you see God in control it gives you boldness and confidence to do the things H

1. Our history has been providentially guided by God 2. Our life’s journey is providentially guarded by God 3. Our mission is providentially given by God Sam was a very dedicated pastor. But, like many who follow God’s call into the ministry, there were people who didn’t like Pastor Sam. There ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 7:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Invisible Christian PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 10, 2023

This sermon's main point is to encourage believers to fearlessly live out and proclaim their faith in Christ, despite any opposition or fear, understanding that God is the ultimate authority.

Good morning, family. I trust that the Lord has kept you all well. Remember these profound words by A.W. Tozer, "A scared world needs a fearless church." We're going to dive into the Word today and explore what it means to truly stand up for Christ, even when it's not popular, even when it's not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:2-5

Topics: Stand Up, Christ