Sermons about Pick Up Your Mat

Messed Up Pancakes

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Dec 13, 2019

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A study in the book of Hosea 7: 1 – 16

Hosea 7: 1 – 16 Messed up pancakes 1 “When I would have healed Israel, then the iniquity of Ephraim was uncovered, and the wickedness of Samaria. For they have committed fraud; A thief comes in; A band of robbers takes spoil outside. 2 They do not consider in their hearts that I remember all ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 7:8

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Choosing To Step Up

Contributed by Harold Ihua on Aug 24, 2024

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The life of a believer in Christ Jesus, is one of choices. The believer can either choose to step down- be conformed to the world or step up- be transformed into the image of Christ.

The admonition in Romans 12:2 to the believers in Christ Jesus not to be confirmed to the world is a stern warning not to allow the prince of the power of the air ( i.e the spirit that now works in the children of disobedience- demonic spirits) to take hold of their lives and minds. As the prince ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:2-3, Romans 8:29, Romans 12:1-2, James 1:21, Ephesians 4:21-32, Galatians 5:1, Romans 8:14 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Rise Up, Lord.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 31, 2024

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"God in His holy habitation" (PSALM 68:5).

RISE UP, LORD. Psalm 68:1-6. PSALM 68:1. Whenever the ark of the LORD set forward, perhaps even as the priests lifted the ark onto their shoulders, Moses would say ‘Rise up, LORD, and let them that hate thee flee before thee’ (cf. Numbers 10:35). Before we proceed with any project, we should ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 68:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Going Up To The Temple

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 18, 2025

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Mary as Ark of the Covenant is a very ancient theme that appears in the Book of Revelation. She is the Theotokos, the God-bearer for us sin-bearing humans.

Friday of the 33rd Week Integral: Presentation of Mary Today we have a rare case of serendipity (or perhaps Divine Providence) that gives us two Scripture readings “starring” the Temple at Jerusalem along with a kind of festival celebrating the presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary in that ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 56:7, Luke 19:45-48, 1 Chronicles 29:10-12

Denomination: Catholic

No Matter What Your Stinking Problem Is, Get Up Again Anyway

Contributed by Pat Cook on Sep 2, 2003

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We need not let hardships and difficulties keep us down, because we serve a God that can bring life from death, bringing glory to Himself.

John 11:1-44 - No Matter What Your Stinking Problem is, Get Up Again Anyway Sir Alexander Mackenzie is a Canadian hero. An early fur trader and explorer, he accomplished a magnificent feat when he led an expedition across Canada from Fort Chippewyan on Lake Athabasca to the Pacific Ocean. His ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Baptist

When Fishermen Don't Fish

Contributed by Darren Rogers on Sep 6, 2007

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See what can happen when we fail to do what God has commisioned us to do - what will happen if we don’t fish for men?

When Fishermen Don’t Fish. We all have a call. Jesus will make us Fishers of men. Matthew 4:18 - 20 What would you have done if the incident we have just read about happened to you? If a stranger came into your place of work one day and said, “Stop what you’re doing, drop everything. Follow me ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

What Does Jesus Think About "I Have To Find Myself"? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jul 8, 2013

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An examination of what it means to "deny yourself and take up your cross."

JESUS' OPINION: Jesus says the path to life is not in “finding yourself” but in “denying yourself.” - Matthew 16:24; Mark 8:34. - I’m thinking of the stereotypical statement that is so common that it’s almost a cliché: “I’ve got to go find ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24

Denomination: Baptist

Submit To God, For He Lifts Up The Lowly

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Mar 14, 2010

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As we submit to God and come near to him through his Word and Sacraments, he lifts us up in victory over the devil and washes us clean. Parts: A. The devil will flee. B. Your heart will be clean.

Text: James 4:7-10 Theme: Submit to God, For He Lifts Up the Lowly A. The devil will flee B. Your hearts will be clean Season: Lent 4c Date: March 14, 2010 Web page: http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/Submit-to-God,-For-He-Lifts-Up-the-Lowly-James4_7-10.html Grace and peace to you from ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7-10

Denomination: Lutheran

The Unanswerable Question

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Jan 20, 2013

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Not can God build a rock he can't pick up--- but What does it PROFIT a man. Uses a very Kool illustration of profit.

THE UN-ANSWERABLE QUESTION MARK8:36 ((6631 Tan)) Napoleon's Impossible Story Napoleon often told this story: Once, while visiting a province he came on an old soldier with one arm severed, dressed in full uniform. On his uniform and proud fighter displayed the coveted Legion of Honor. "Where did ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:36

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be A Successful Christian Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 6, 2004

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The successful Christian life is not nearly as complicated as we try to make it...if only we’ll pick up one good habit!

How to be a Successful Christian Ps. 119 The successful Christian life is not nearly as complicated as we try to make it. If only we’d do 2 things: Read Bible/Pray And the one always leads to the other. Shocked was I to hear of a recent survey by Barna research group showing the avg. Pastor ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:1-176

Denomination: Baptist

Walk With A Limp, Hands Up Who's Perfect?

Contributed by Richard Francis on May 10, 2009

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When you encounter God do not expect to walk away the same, pray to walk with a limp as Jacob did and live in the promise and purpose God has for your life

What is it with God? It never ceases to amaze me the type of people God uses for great purpose I would have expected the most gifted, handsome, athletic, warrior, intellectual and generally those that reflected his perfection to project that “Look at me I’m right with God” persona to make us all ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:22-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Blessings & Ingratitude

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jul 1, 2007

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A lesson from the life of the paralytic at the pool of Bethesda.

The movie Fourth Of July tells the true story of Ron Kovic played by Tom Cruise. Kovic is a patriotic, All-American small town athlete who surprises his family by enlisting with the Marines to fight in the Vietnam War. However, once he is in Viet Nam the glory of war and heroism fades quickly. ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-15

Denomination: Methodist

Jesus : Then And Now

Contributed by Steve Smith on Aug 29, 2003

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This is about Jesus before and after death, and how we still need him.

Introduction: Welcome to Chattanooga Valley Baptist Church This morning I will be speaking from the book of Acts. If you have your copy of God’s word would you turn with me to the book of Acts chapter 1 Verse 1- 11. Read Acts 1: 1-11 Opening Prayer In the books of Matthew, Mark, Luke and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Being Like Jesus To Your Kids

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Feb 20, 2008

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Follow-up message to "Jesus Likes Kids!" about how to model Christlikeness.

Being Like Jesus to Your Kids Matthew 19:13-15 February 3, 2008 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT USED IN MY MESSAGES IS BORROWED FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Introduction: Three men waiting in the room for expectant fathers waited for word on the arrival of their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:13-15

Denomination: Wesleyan

Sit Down, Put Your Feet Up And Relax / The Common Vs The Unique

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 27, 2005

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Looking at the fact that Christ’s work is complete.

The Common vs the Unique Gladstone Baptist Church – 25/6/04 Have you ever thought about all the things you and I have to do over and over and over again? Laundry, dishes, ironing, taking out the garbage, making lunch, filling up the car with petrol, doing homework, getting a haircut, telling your ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

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