Sermons on Rise Above:

Was The Darkness At The Crucifixion A Solar Eclipse?

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 22, 2017

Some have explained the darkness at the crucufixion as a total eclipse. Was it?

Was the Darkness at the Crucifixion a Solar Eclipse? Matthew 27:33-56 “Now from the sixth hour there was darkness over all the land unto the ninth hour.” Well the much-hyped solar eclipse here in America has come and gone, and we are still here. All of those viewing glasses which were sold for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:33-56

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Cleft Of The Rock

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Sep 30, 2017

The analogy of Christ to a rock has its roots in Scripture. There are numerous Old Testament references to the Lord as a "Rock" or "Rock of my salvation." Or as one of our songs, drawn from Psalm 18 says, “The Lord liveth, and blessed be the Rock.”

This sermon is rather unusual in format. I paused at various times for one of the members to lead a song relevant to the topic under consideration at the moment, sometimes followed by a prayer directly related to the subject. These notes reflect the pauses and the songs that were sung at those ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:20-23, Colossians 3:1-3, Isaiah 55:8-9, Revelation 4:2-5, Hebrews 6:19-20, Hebrews 10:19-22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

At The Name Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Mar 23, 2014

Message about the importance of the name of Jesus. What a wonderful name.

Note: Some notes taken from Marcel Odimgbe's sermon on the Wonderful Name of Jesus found on Sermon Central Title: At the Name of Jesus Theme: Message about the importance of the name of Jesus. Continued messages on Laying Foundations for the Christian. Offering: Galatians 6:9-10 And let us not ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-12

Denomination: Church Of God

Good Vibrations – Part 1 Series

Contributed by Antonio Silveira on Mar 4, 2012

In the first day of Creation God spoke and things that didn't exist materialized out of nowhere. We already studied how Scientists have developed the "String Theory" that says that we actually have more than 3 dimensions and that vibrating strings at a su

In the first day of Creation God spoke and things that didn't exist materialized out of nowhere. We already studied how Scientists have developed the "String Theory" that says that we actually have more than 3 dimensions and that vibrating strings at a sub-microscopic level produce vibrating waves ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

Proverbs 15 - Contrast The Upright And The Wicked Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Mar 13, 2012

This is a look at Proverbs chapter fifteen.

Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Fifteen We will now look at Proverbs chapter fifteen: Contrast the Upright and the Wicked 1 A gentle answer turns away wrath, But a harsh word stirs up anger. Proverbs 15:1 (NASB) This is an excellent verse to commit to memory. Have you ever tried to argue ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 15:1-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

His Name Through Faith In His Name! Series

Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Jul 10, 2011

The power to effectively witness for Christ comes from dependency on the Holy Ghost, The Word and His Name as explained by Peter after the healing of the lame man at the temple gate Beautiful.

(Act 3:16) And his name through faith in his name hath made this man strong, whom ye see and know: yea, the faith which is by him hath given him this perfect soundness in the presence of you all. (Act 2:21) And it shall come to pass, that whosoever shall call on the name of the Lord shall be ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Un-Invited Guest Of Honor

Contributed by Harold Miller, Jr. on Dec 13, 2016

A sermon highlighting the absurdity of celebrating Christmas without Christ.

“He came unto his own, and his own received him not.” John 1:11 KJV “He came to what was his own, yet his own folk did not welcome him.” John 1:11 James Moffatt Translation “He came to that which belonged to Him [to His own-His domain, creation, things, world], ...read more

Scripture: John 1:11

Denomination: Baptist

Love Is The Mission

Contributed by Lynn Sims on Feb 19, 2025

Searching for Love in All the Wrong Places

Love is the Mission Let’s read our Church Mission Statement: Our Mission: To Live by Faith, To be a Voice of Hope, To be Known by Love, And a Place of Healing. Key Verse: John 13:34-35 (NKJV) 34 A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35, 1 John 3:16

Denomination: Other

The Power Of His Resurrection Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 27, 2024

There is no study more hated by Satan than the resurrection of Jesus, for it shows his inability to defeat Christ more than any other event recorded in the Bible.

SERIES: UNDERSTANDING POWER PRINCIPLES THE POWER OF HIS RESURRECTION - POWER PRINCIPLE SEVEN OBJECTIVES: There is no study more hated by Satan than the resurrection of Jesus, for a. It shows his inability to defeat Christ more than any other event recorded in the Bible. b. It reveals that he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-17

Perfect Testimonies And Images Of The Father, Son And Holy Spirit For Edification And Focus In The Secret Place Of Communion Series

Contributed by Ambassador Monday Ogbe on Feb 16, 2022

Hello Friends, I welcome you to today’s Perfect WORDS, perfect WORKS and perfect WONDERS (WWW) series titled, ” *Perfect Testimonies and Images of Father, Son and Holy Spirit

Hello Friends, I welcome you to today’s Perfect WORDS, perfect WORKS and perfect WONDERS (WWW) series titled, ” *Perfect Testimonies and Images of Father, Son and Holy Spirit. I would like to pose these questions which we will attempt to Provide answers to as we go along and they are these _*1) ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:48

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Supremacy Of Christ

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 20, 2022

"For in Christ all the fullness of the deity lives in bodily form."

The Supremacy of Christ Colossians 1:9-14 Good morning, glad to have you join us for our online service. I pray that it would be a time of refreshing and a time of learning as we study God’s Word together. Please turn to the book of Colossians (between Philippians and Thessalonians) and as you ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Nazarene

Abiding In Liberty

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jul 3, 2016

As Americans we enjoy specific liberties associated with being a citizen of this great country. Believers also enjoy great liberty in Christ. Such liberty requires restraint and comes with great responsibility.

Abiding in Liberty Galatians 5: 13-18 Tomorrow we celebrate a special day in America – Independence Day. While many may not pause to reflect on the significance of the holiday, it stands in remembrance of a special event that separates America from other nations. We celebrate the day we ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Calling Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 17, 2019

We are called to make God's glorious riches known to others, even at significant personal cost.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • How loves a good mystery? For those who like to read, a good mystery is hard to put down, for moviegoers, it is exciting to what a mystery movie because you are always trying to guess, WHO DONE IT! • There are several murder mystery and crime dramas that folks tune in so ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Believer’s Walk

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Apr 25, 2024

How are we to live our daily lives? What is the impact of a relationship with Christ in the life of a believer? How does the Lord provide wisdom and guidance for the daily struggles believers’ face? How do believers overcome the adversities of life and attacks of the enemy?

The Believer’s Walk Ephesians 4: 1-6 As we come to the fourth chapter of Ephesians, it is evident that Paul has shifted his focus and is now ready to offer beneficial application for the reader. The opening chapters dealt heavily with theological truth and biblical doctrine. The reader has been ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Believer’s Role In The Kingdom Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jan 5, 2023

The Believer’s Role In the Kingdom of God is to embrace their position in the family of God. They are no longer aliens and stranger, they are a part of God’s own family. The enmity between God and man has been removed, they are accepted in the Beloved, Jesus Christ. They also have the peace of God.

Sermon- The Believer’s Role In the Kingdom Scripture: Luke 12:28-34 “28 And if God cares so wonderfully for flowers that are here today and thrown into the fire tomorrow, he will certainly care for you. Why do you have so little faith? 29 “And don’t be concerned about what to eat and what to drink. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:28-34, Matthew 6:33, Romans 14:17, Romans 8:1-2, 2 Corinthians 5:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist