Sermons on Rise Above:

The Fantastic Four

Contributed by Roosevelt Wright on Mar 8, 2008

We are strengthened by the knowledge that God helps us rise about the ordinary to do the extraordinary. Together with our unseen backup team, every believer steps into the world, not as one person, but with the assurance that three others are always prese

The Fantastic Four A Sermon by Roosevelt Wright, Jr. For the Tabernacle Baptist Church Monroe, La. Introduction Do you remember the comic book, the Fantastic Four? There are many super heroes that have fueled the fantasies of children and adults for generations. Many of these super heroes ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Rainbow In The Clouds

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 26, 2006

The light of God’s wonderful grace shining through the dark clouds in our life produces a spiritual rainbow that will gladden our heart.

THE RAINBOW IN THE CLOUDS "I set My rainbow in the cloud, and it shall be for a sign of a covenant between Me and the earth. And it shall come about, when I bring a cloud over the earth, that the rainbow shall be seen in the cloud, and I will remember my covenant, which is between Me and you and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Workers In The Vineyard

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Sep 18, 2011

A look at all of us who work in the vineyard and our attitude in our work.

I can remember as a boy riding with my Dad into the downtown area, in my hometown of Indianapolis, Indiana, and seeing a crowd of men standing on a certain street. There were so many of them that there did not seem to be any room left to walk on the sidewalk. I asked my father what they were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Methodist

In It To Win It--We Are Givers

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Nov 7, 2016

This sermon demonstrates that because God is generous and a giver in all that God does, we can't help but become generous and a giver as we go through life.

In It To Win In It We Are Givers Proverbs 11:18-23 Luke 19:1-10 10/30/2016 Once again we find one of our sports teams that is “In It To Win It” with The World Series. At the moment, the only problem is that there is a team called the Chicago Cubs who are likewise “In It ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Easter Sunrise

Contributed by Kyle Blanton on Mar 26, 2008

Easter Sunrise Devotional

Easter Sunrise Service April 8, 2007 Scripture & Opening Prayer: Opening Comments: The sun is barely rising above the horizon, yet our hearts should be soaring in its light with the good news of Christ’s resurrection. Today’s dawn reminds us of the dawn 2000 years that not only brought a new day ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Dividing The Land Of Inheritance Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 8, 2025

God has already given His people a divine inheritance, but it must be claimed through faith, obedience, and spiritual understanding.

DIVIDING THE LAND OF INHERITANCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joshua 13:1-7 Key Verse: “Now therefore divide this land for an inheritance unto the nine tribes, and the half tribe of Manasseh.” — Joshua 13:7 Supporting Texts: Deuteronomy 1:8; Numbers 34:2; Ephesians 1:11; Colossians 1:12; ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 13:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Yeast: How The Leaven Was Used To Show Good & Evil PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 2, 2023

Explore the metaphorical significance of leaven in the Bible, emphasizing its power as an influence, the dangers of negative influence (bad leaven), and the blessings of positive influence (good leaven).

Good morning, family. I want to talk with y'all today about something we encounter every day, yet we often overlook its deeper meaning: leaven. Yes, I'm talking about that stuff we use in bread. But beyond the kitchen, leaven, in the Bible, is a powerful metaphor. It can stand for influence, both ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-35

Topics: Leaven

The Second Mile Marathon Series

Contributed by Tim Diack on Feb 13, 2012

God is honored, and His glory proclaimed, when we go above and beyond what the world expects. Jesus challenges all of us to live life as "second mile marathoners." Are you up to the challenge?

The Second Mile Marathon - Matthew 5:38-42 - February 5, 2012 Series: Kingdom Life – A World Turned Upside Down #16 One summer evening in Broken Bow, Nebraska, a weary truck driver pulled his rig into an all-night truck stop. He was tired and hungry. The waitress had just served him ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: *other

#9divine Possibilities: Divine Blessings Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 16, 2005

As we study Divine Possibilities, we need to know and SPEAK DIVINE BLESSINGS TO OTHER PEOPLE!

#9 --- DIVINE POSSIBILITIES: WALKING IN DIVINE BLESSINGS By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com We are studying Divine Possibilities: 1. Climb into God’s Envelope; 2. Accept the Mantle; 3. Starving at a feast; 4. Let God! 5. When an unforgiving preacher preaches forgiveness; 6. Rising ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 6:22-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Reversal Of Revenge

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 13, 2021

Revenge may be sweet for awhile, but it turns so bitter that it is never a long range value. This reversal of revenge, however, can add sweetness to life that lasts for time and eternity.

Aaron Burr could have been a great name in American history. He was elected to the U. S. Senate, and in 1800 he was a candidate for President of the U. S. Thomas Jefferson won that election, and Aaron Burr became Vice President. His future was bright, but then he was insulted by another famous ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Trusting Waiting And Depending On The Lord

Contributed by Derrick White Sr on May 11, 2017

BUT AIN`T IT AMAZING THAT GOD KNOWS HOW TO NAVIGATE THE CIRCUMSTANCES OF OUR LIVES WHERE CAN NEITHER GO BACKWARD OR FORWARD AND WE HAVE NO OTHER CHOICE BUT TO TRUST WAIT AND DEPEND ON THE LORD

Isaiah 40:31 (31) But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. TOPIC - TRUSTING WAITING AND DEPENDING ON THE LORD MY BROTHERS AND SISTERS IF THERES EVER BEEN A ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31

Denomination: Baptist

Where Is This Ship Heading

Contributed by Matthew Botha on May 5, 2019

Paul's journeys were met with opposition. What makes us unique

5 May 2019 WHERE IS THIS SHIP HEADING? Key Scripture: Acts 27:14-24 (NKJV) 14 But not long after, a tempestuous head wind arose, called Euroclydon. 15 So when the ship was caught, and could not head into the wind, we let her drive. 16 And running under the shelter of an island called Clauda, we ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:14-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Let Your Light Reflect Christ Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Aug 16, 2021

A sermon for the Sundays after Pentecost, Year B, Lectionary 19

August 15, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Ephesians 4:25-5:2 Let Your Life Reflect Christ Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Nestled in the mountains a little to the west of Oslo, Norway lies the city of Rjukan. ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Overcoming Your Giants

Contributed by Sherry Proskine on Jul 23, 2007

To overcome a battle, we need to understand whose battle it is.

Overcoming Your Giants Opening; Illustration: Mama eagles are caring loving creatures. Somewhere along the line the mama eagle decides it’s time the baby eagles learn to fly. She takes the little eagle out of the next and flies up as high as she can go. At this point, she drops the fledgling, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What’s In A Name?

Contributed by John Newton on Dec 28, 2023

The angel told Joseph to name Mary’s baby “Jesus” for a reason...

If you were expecting a baby—and you knew it was going to be a boy—what do you think you would name him? Well, in Canada apparently the most popular name for boys right now is Noah, followed closely by Liam and William. (And for the record, the top three girls’ names are Olivia, Emma and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Episcopal