Sermons on Raised To Sit:

Abraham - The Father Of Hearing Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Feb 2, 2022

How do we hear from the LORD. This sermon focuses on the life of Abraham and how he was able to hear God and then obey God.

Scripture: John 10:1-5; Genesis 12:1-9 Theme: Hearing God’s Voice Title: Abraham – The Father of Hearing INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! Over the next few weeks I would like for us to go on a little adventure together. It is an adventure that focuses on ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-5, Genesis 12:1-9

Denomination: Nazarene

Unworthy Servants Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 30, 2015

The parable of a dutiful servant in Luke 17:7-10 teaches us about the ideal attitude that a disciple should have in serving God.

Scripture Does God owe you anything? If you believe that God owes you anything, you may be unhappy when God fails to deliver. And even if God gives you what you want, you may still find something about which to complain. You may be like the mother whose son was blown away by a tornado. The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:7-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Wonder Of Jesus’ Baptism Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 3, 2013

Why did John baptize Jesus? And why so quickly? Granted Jesus said it was to "fulfill all righteousness", but what exactly could that mean?

OPEN: A little girl wanted to get baptized but her mother wanted her to attend some classes to make sure she knew what she was committing herself to. After one of the classes, her mother asked, "Honey, what does baptism mean?" Thinking hard, the little girl the finally said, "Well, it isn’t the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Inspiration: Seeing Life Through God’s Eyes Series

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Nov 25, 2020

The Star and Stars of Christmas is a series of messages for Advent. Using the idea of a play on a stage. Each message will look at different characters in the Christmas story. The introduction takes a critical look at how many in our society are portrayed as celebrities—bigger than life.

Cut! Cut! This story is missing something! The script is not going the way it was written. First, it was written with a God-given ability for all players in the script to always love the Lord, follow his precepts for godly living. Let’s review, the original script looked like this: • At first, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-18, Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus The Branch Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Apr 3, 2024

Jesus is the Branch Who washes away the filth of our sin!

EASTER 2024 MINOR PROPHETS MAJOR MESSAGE: JESUS THE BRANCH Zechariah 3:1-10 ILLUSTRATION… 1000 Names Lyrics, genius.com/Phil-wickham-1000-names-lyrics Phil Wickham is an American contemporary Christian singer, musician, and songwriter from San Diego and has released ten worship albums. His album ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 3:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Twelve Days Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Ron Bridgewater on Jan 14, 2026

This is week #2 of my series, "What Did I Just Sing? - Christmas Edition"

Every December, something strange happens in our churches. We sing songs that we haven’t sung in a year and we confidently sing words we’ve been singing since childhood. But here is what happens sometimes… I know it does when we’re kids and sometimes it happens when we’re older. We get half way ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, James 1:17

Train Up A Child

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Jan 29, 2004

to encourage the church to make children’s ministry a priority and to encourage parents

Train Up a Child Deut 6:4-7 Primary Purpose: To talk about the responsibility of parents and the church to raise up their children to a mature faith in Christ. When I first met many of you, I talked to you for a little bit about what some of my goals are for the church. I mentioned prayer, ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

Let The Little Children Come To Me Series

Contributed by Art Benavidez on Jun 17, 2004

In a world today that is heading for total distruction our children are targets by ungodlyness satanic assults of the prince of this world. My purpose of this club is to expose him and to help parents see the truth in biblical principles that if applied t

Matt 19:13 Then little children were brought to Him that He might put His hands on them and pray, but the disciples rebuked them. 14 But Jesus said, "Let the little children come to me, and do not forbid them; for of such is the kingdom of heaven." 15 And He laid His hands on them and departed from ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:13-15, Proverbs 22:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

It's Not Yours Anyway

Contributed by Juan Lane on Jun 30, 2005

Some of think that because God has blessed us to have or be over things then it belongs to us and we forget about him.

Its Not Yours Anyway Scripture Reference: Acts 12:21-24 (KJV) Acts 12:21-24 21 And upon a set day Herod, arrayed in royal apparel, sat upon his throne, and made an oration unto them. 22 And the people gave a shout, saying, It is the voice of a god, and not of a man. 23 And immediately the angel ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:21-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Semper Paratus

Contributed by Bruce Johnson on Oct 8, 2006

This sermon from the Book of Job deals with our role as Christians when ministering to those who are hurting.

Semper Paratus Imagine this morning if you would that you are in a Mediterranean paradise. [Short pause] There once was a man who lived there. He was a good man. He raised his children to the best of his ability, he supported his wife in all her endeavors, and yes … he fully trusted and followed ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

Dont Fret, Be Still

Contributed by Robert Bravo on Jul 10, 2007

We know hard times will come. But we don’t have to be overcome by these hard times. We can have the peace of Christ in us. We can get to a point in life where even though things seem bad and hopeless we can know we have a God on our side that will fight w

Don’t fret be still Exodus 14:1-14 (NIV) 1 Then the LORD said to Moses, 2 "Tell the Israelites to turn back and encamp near Pi Ha-hi-roth, between Mig-dol and the sea. They are to encamp by the sea, directly opposite Baal Ze-phon. 3 Pharaoh will think, ’The Israelites are wandering around the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:1-14

Denomination: Nazarene

Faithful Parents Mary & Joseph Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Aug 8, 2011

In spite of the hardships Mary and Joseph had to deal with, they were faithful to God!

We continue to study the Gospel of Luke. Jesus Christ was born in Bethlehem because His earth parents Joseph and Mary had to go there to register for the Roman Empire. In our passage today we will read that the family went to Jerusalem. Here’s a question: As Mary and Joseph dealt with Baby Jesus or ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Responding To God's Ability Series

Contributed by Charles R. Peck on Sep 2, 2012

This message show the ability that God has given the believer.

Responding to God’s Ability John 1:15/18 Of His fullness have we all received, and grace for grace. When we learn to walk the reality of the branch and vine life, we will experience a son to father the relationship, and know all wisdom, knowledge and ability belongs to us through Jesus the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:15-18

Denomination: *other

God And Rocks

Contributed by Don Baggett on Dec 28, 2007

People were praising Jesus, and Jesus was saying that it was indeed a day of praise. He must be praised, and He will be praised. Why should we not praise the Lord? Is everyday not a day of praise to us? Just look what the Lord has done!

Mt.4:3 “And when the tempter came to him, he said, If thou be the Son of God, command that these stones be made bread.” Notice something: He didn’t say, do a magic trick and turn these stones into bread, but he said, “command them.” That’s an implication that an inanimate object, such as a stone, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:40

Denomination: Baptist

Being Involved With The World Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Oct 1, 2008

How and when do we get involved in the affairs of the world?

As I was preparing this message, I checked the Internet for World News and the top headlines were: US in financial crisis! Pakistani troops kill militants Jobless claims pushed to 7-year high Former Trade unionist elected as South African President Governor Palin once blessed to be free from ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 14:1-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible