Sermons on Reach Up:

The Ascension Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 8, 2021

It was reported by official Soviet channels upon their entry into space in 1961 that the Russian Cosmonaut who first traveled into space said these words: “I went up to space, but I didn’t encounter God.”

Jesus stayed on the earth for forty days after His resurrection. Now, forty days is a long time. If Jesus rose on March 27, this would place His ascension from earth on May 5 (Cinco de Mayo). America has holidays that mark the birth of Jesus (Christmas), the death of Jesus (Good Friday), and the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:35-53

Denomination: Baptist

The Story Of Stephen Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 9, 2021

When Stephen was being condemned on earth, he knew he was being commended by the true courtroom of heaven. When no one on earth spoke up for Stephen, you can be sure Someone in Heaven did.

We resume our yearlong study of the book of Acts today. Acts is a bridge book. It is a bridge between the Gospels, which describe the life and ministry of Jesus Christ, and the letters, which unfold the life and nature of the church. And in the early part of Acts, we are introduced to five brief ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Temple Builders Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 21, 2022

If you want to build a lasting, vibrant church that perseveres, then start with the right foundation—Jesus Christ. Build a quality structure on that foundation—build up fully devoted followers of Christ. And maintain that structure with unity, godly wisdom, and teamwork.

A New York family bought a ranch out West where they intended to raise cattle. Friends visited and asked if the ranch had a name. “Well,” said the would-be rancher, “I wanted to name it the Bar-J. My wife favored Suzy Q. One son liked the Flying W, and the other wants Lazy Y. So we're calling ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:10-23, 1 Corinthians 2:2

Denomination: Evangelical Free

To Be Rescued, Then To Rescue Series

Contributed by Greg Lindsey on Mar 8, 2020

Jesus came to rescue you, not just forgive you but heal, redeem, and restore you too. It's not just about what you've done, it's also about what's been done to, said to, and said about you.

Wasn’t that awesome! Let’s give it up for Wade…giving us a little Valentines Day serenade. So we have a lot to celebrate today, but first things first. How about last Sunday…Denver Broncos World Champions? That’s what I’m talking about. Thank you Lord Jesus for great defense amen. Feels good ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-52

Pullup A Chair Pt 1 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 28, 2025

God is inviting each of you to pull up a chair next to Him this new year in 2026 – Yes, even next to His table – to have a conversation with Him – to even ask questions of Him.

Video Transition: Nicodemus and Jesus from the Chosen! Scripture: John 3:1-21: Jesus meets Nicodemus! 1There was a man named Nicodemus, a Jewish religious leader who was a Pharisee. 2After dark one evening, he came to speak with Jesus. “Rabbi,” he said, “we all know that God has sent you to ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21, 1 Peter 4:8-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

His Needs, Her Needs Series

Contributed by Jonathan Busch on Feb 16, 2003

Ephesians Series #13 When we expect our spouse to meet the needs that only God can meet we get ourselves into trouble. We have set our help mates up for failure.

A Walk that is Worthy Part 13 His Needs Her Needs Text: Eph 5:21-33 Intro: Illus: The Creation God created the mule and told him: "You will be mule, working constantly from dusk to dawn, carrying heavy loads on your back. You will eat grass and you will lack intelligence. You will live for ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Book Of Lamentations – Part 47 – Restoration Of The Displaced People – Had God Forgotten Them Forever? Lamentations 5:20-22 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Oct 16, 2025

Jeremiah takes up the plight of these people he was among. He asks if God had forgotten them. Then we look at the prayer for restoration and what it means. That is followed by a look at David’s restoration from Psalm 51.

THE BOOK OF LAMENTATIONS – PART 47 – RESTORATION OF THE DISPLACED PEOPLE – HAD GOD FORGOTTEN THEM FOREVER? Lamentations 5:20-22 This is the second last message in Lamentations. I believe these last three verses to be Jeremiah speaking to God in regard to the people. The prophet was wondering ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 5:17, Lamentations 5:20, Jeremiah 25:8-11, Hebrews 13:5, 1 Corinthians 11:24-25, 1 Corinthians 1:9, Lamentations 5:21-22, Isaiah 59:12-15, Psalm 51:3, Psalm 51:4, Psalm 51:5-7, Psalm 51:9, Psalm 51:10-12, Psalm 51:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sound Speech

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 4, 2005

How could anyone ever love someone like Jacob? Is spite of who you are, what you have done right, what you have done wrong, God has not given up on you!

THE BETHEL EXPERIENCE INTRODUCTION: We have studied in detail the ups and downs of the Old Testament family of Isaac, Rebekah, Esau and Jacob. Perhaps we feel fortunate we don’t have the kind of problems they had. Or maybe some of us wish family could have been more like them. I want to look ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:15-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God's Workmanship.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 30, 2013

We were dead in trespasses and sins - "But God..."! The gift of faith, and the works we are called to do.

GOD’S WORKMANSHIP. Ephesians 2:1-10. 1. SIN. Speaking to the Christians in Ephesus, the Apostle Paul said: “You - who were dead in your sins” (Ephesians 2:1). Sin is any disobedience to, or breaking of, the law of God. By nature, since the fall of Adam, man is disobedient to God’s law. Man ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Day Of The Living Dead, Part 1

Contributed by John Nadasi on Mar 10, 2005

The Lazarus story from a slightly different perspective. It asks the question "how do we respond when God doesn’t show up in time." Mary and Martha demonstrate the true nature of faith.

John 11:1-45 Paonia United Methodist Church March 13, 2005 Over the last several weeks, We have covered some really difficult texts. That’s what lent is all about. If you haven’t heard something that has disturbed or upset you, Than I either have not been doing my job, or you haven’t been ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Denomination: Methodist

Moving Out Of The Graveyard

Contributed by John Perry on Aug 6, 2011

One thing is certain! Unless Jesus comes back before our time arrives we are all going to one day end up in a graveyard. But there is no sense in moving into the graveyard before our time.

Bunbury Sun am 7/08/2011 “Moving out of the graveyard” Intro: *** Ernie in the Parramatta Church has a very unusual job. I mean there aren’t too many people that can claim to have done for a job what Ernie does. And to add to this he loves his job even though it brings home the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fish Bait

Contributed by James May on May 21, 2008

Peter’s doubt almost made him fish bait, but Jesus lifted him up and spoke peace to the storm. They worshipped Jesus after the Storm, but we need to worship him before the storms.

Fish Bait Wednesday, May 21, 2008 By Pastor Jim May Matthew 14:22-32, "And straightway Jesus constrained his disciples to get into a ship, and to go before him unto the other side, while he sent the multitudes away. And when he had sent the multitudes away, he went up into a mountain apart to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Independent/Bible

When The Load Becomes Heavy Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on May 24, 2015

We have the tendency to be overwhelmed by too much responsibilities in the ministry. We end up exhausted and burnout. In this message, we will learn how to train leaders and delegate responsibilities accordingly so that the load will be lighter.

EXODUS 18 Scripture Text: Exodus 18:17-23 (NIV) "17 Moses’ father-in-law replied, “What you are doing is not good. 18 You and these people who come to you will only wear yourselves out. The work is too heavy for you; you cannot handle it alone. 19 Listen now to me and I will give you ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 18:17-23

Denomination: Nazarene

Football...football...

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Jul 3, 2012

Wrapping up spiritual lessons around "current hot topic" in the manner the Master "connected" to the audience of his generation by using the "media subjects" of His days’ (Luke 13:1-5) to drive home the message of "Repentance"!!!

FOOTBALL...FOOTBALL... Absorbed with Euro 2012 football? Well, I am one of those who gladly gets "infected" with Soccer fever contagion which “breaks out” once every four 4 years. Let me vouchsafe for the fact that one can never “get sick of” of the “kick” of ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:3-5

Denomination: *other

Agape Love Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 18, 2011

Our days are numbered, so please take nothing for granted. Stay wide-awake in prayer. Most of all, love each other as if your life depended on it. Love makes up for practically anything.

Who put the bomp In the bomp bah bomp bah bomp? Who put the ram In the rama lama ding dong? Who put the bop In the bop shoo bop shoo bop? Who put the dip In the dip da dip da dip? Who was that man? I'd like to shake his hand He made my baby Fall in love with me Back then, song lyrics were so much ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Christian Church