Sermons on Rise Up:

Pursuing God's Heart - Reflecting His Mercy - Being Merciful

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jul 9, 2023

The heart of the LORD is about Mercy towards us, and as HE gives mercy, we are also to be merciful to others. We love, because HE first loved us. We forgive, because HE first forgave us. We have mercy because HE first was merciful to us.

2023.07.09.Sermon.The Heart of the LORD - Have Mercy William Akehurst, HSWC I was reflecting on the “Walk through the Bible” study we did a few years back, when we recognized the 1st three kings over Israel, and the words and hand motions to describe each. King Saul had no heart for the LORD King ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:8, Luke 10:25-37, Matthew 22:36-40, Matthew 5:7, Hebrews 4:14-16, Luke 6:27-36, Proverbs 11:17, Matthew 6:22-23, Romans 4:4, James 2:13, Micah 6:8, Colossians 3:12-15, Matthew 15:18, Matthew 7:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Three "Bears”

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 3, 2022

Most folks have heard about the fairy tale of the “Three Bears”. We all know a fairy tale is not real, but I want to talk to you about THREE “BEARS” that are for real.

The Bible tells us also about these THREE “BEARS”. The first BEAR deals with our BEARING the burden of a brother. That is- I. WE "BEAR" THE BURDENS HE CAN NOT BEAR Look at Galatians 6:2, we read, “Bear ye one another's burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ.” The Bible makes it ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Echo: The Abilities Of Visions

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 7, 2022

Oh, here comes the dreamer... 13 long years before the dreams become a reality. We seem to focus on the temporal not the eternal. May we open our eyes to see what God is doing.

ECHO… THE ABILITIES OF VISION… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (I do this in 2 parts) I once read a lesson about this man, Simeon, he was a shepherd that lived in 390 A.D. He saw how corrupt the world had become. So he decided to LIVE ABOVE ALL THE EVIL and CORRUPTION. So ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18, Genesis 37:3, Joel 2:28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Follow Me

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Feb 19, 2022

Jesus calls all of us to follow him. And if he could use a hated tax collector named Levi, he can use us.

Where do you turn to find wisdom today? We now have access to incredible amounts of information, but how do you sort out what is important? We have the technology to do so many things, but how do we decide which of those things are worth doing? We can travel very fast, but as we race through ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-32, Matthew 9:9-13, Mark 2:13-17

The Reward Of A Disciple (Luke, Part 5) Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 20, 2022

As Christians we are following Jesus, or we are choosing to do our own thing? If anything, the witness of Peter, John, and James ought to encourage us today to choose Christ over being in control.

The reward of a disciple (Luke, Part 5) Luke 9:18-36 Dismiss for Children’s Church Introduction / Recap - The study of Luke is an interesting one for believers to dive into -- We can see Luke’s interest in people (it’s genuine, re: career as a physician) -- We also get to experience how ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-36, Exodus 40:34-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

To Hunger And Thirst

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Feb 27, 2022

Blessed are those who hunger and thirst after righteousness for they will be filled. So why aren't more believers drawing nearer and becoming more like Jesus?

Hungry and Thirsty Matthew 5:6 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Before I get to today’s passage let me first tell you what I did last Sunday afternoon. One of my most enjoyable family activities is to make home-made pizza. How I love getting out the frying ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6

Denomination: Baptist

Eight Bags Of Gold

Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 3, 2024

At the Second Coming of Jesus we will all give an account of our stewardship of the abilities & resources God has given us. What are YOU doing with your bags of gold?

EIGHT BAGS OF GOLD Matt. 25:14-30 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: AWKWARD WEDDING COLORS 1. A little girl got to attend a wedding for the first time. While in the church, the girl asked her mother: “Why is the bride dressed in white?” The mother replied to the girl: “Because white is the color of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Palm Sunday: The Triumphal Entry Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Dr. John D. Wentworth on Apr 4, 2024

Palm Sunday commemorates a significant event in Christian tradition—the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. This event holds profound symbolism and spiritual significance for believers worldwide.

Title: Palm Sunday: The Triumphal Entry of Jesus Text: Matthew 21:5-11 ““Say to the daughter of Zion, ‘Behold, your king is coming to you, humble, and mounted on a donkey, on a colt, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:5-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

We Follow Jesus.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 5, 2024

The knowledge of the Lord is what Ephesians, chapter 1-3, is all about.Ephesians 4-6 is known as the doing chapters. First the reader gains critical knowledge of their rights in this heavenly inheritance.

We Follow Jesus. Ephesians 1NIV The knowledge of the Lord is what Ephesians, chapter 1-3, is all about.Ephesians 4-6 is known as the doing chapters. First the reader gains critical knowledge of their rights in this heavenly inheritance. Their position, their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Forgiveness

Contributed by Larry Grant on Apr 14, 2024

God's forgiveness of us demands that we forgive others, because grace brings responsibility and obligation.

Matthew 18:21-35 (NKJV) Forgiveness April 14, 2024 Forgiveness is the act of excusing or pardoning another in spite of his slights, shortcomings, and errors. As a theological term, forgiveness refers to God's pardon of the sins of human beings. Sin deserves divine punishment because it is a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

Atonement Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Apr 19, 2024

Isaiah’s prophecy is important because everything that happened to Jesus was a part of God’s plan. A plan for all people!

INTRODUCTION - Last week, when we started this series, I said that the entire Bible was about Jesus. Sometimes, He sits under the surface of the page; other times, He is hidden between the lines, but this week, we will see Jesus jumping out of the page of the text. - Our text today will illuminate ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Revelation Lesson #21 Series

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Apr 24, 2024

The earth, moon, and stars are all gone. A New Heaven and a New Earth are now in existence. We now turn to the attributes describing the heavenly dwelling for the Bride of Christ, The Church.

A thorough study of the Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave unto him, to show his servants things which must shortly come to pass. (Rev. 1:1) Welcome to our study of the Revelation of Jesus Christ given unto Apostle John. I am Phillip Smith, your host and fellow servant of our Lord and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-27, Exodus 28:15-21, Revelation 1:4-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

None Of Your Business

Contributed by Anthony Seel on Apr 28, 2024

A sermon on Christ the vine, God the vinedresser, abiding in Christ, and bearing fruit.

5 Easter B April 28, 2024 M. Anthony Seel, Jr. Holy Trinity Lutheran Church John 15:1-8 None of Your Business Have you heard of Malcom McLean? Honestly, I had never heard of him until a few Wednesdays ago. Malcolm McLean lived from 1913 to 2001. He revolutionized international freight ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Be Ye Separate

Contributed by Phillip Smith on May 4, 2024

Christians are to be readily recognizable. They are to be seperate from worldly persons. However, it is most difficult to identify one in a crowd in the modern world. Why?

In western culture and its influence upon all the rest of mankind, depicting Christians from the rest of the world is most difficult today. The only differences we see come from diverse groups who outwardly show differences in their dress and chosen culture. Outward differences among all others are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:13-16, 1 Peter 1:15-16, Matthew 5:20, 2 Corinthians 6:15-18, 2 Thessalonians 3:6-12, Colossians 4:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon: Blessed Hope Amid Crisis

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 16, 2024

Have you ever been caught in a crisis? A child of God caught in crisis may be a difficult subject to address because of todays’ social climate. Here's a few suggestion for managing crisis.

Sermon: Blessed Hope Amid Crisis Text: Isaiah 38:1-8 “In those days was Hezekiah sick unto death. And Isaiah the prophet the son of Amoz came unto him, and said unto him, Thus saith the LORD, Set thine house in order: for thou shalt die, and not live. Then Hezekiah turned his face toward the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 38:1-8, James 1:2-4, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, 1 John 5:14-15, 1 Peter 3:12-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist