Sermons on Rising Above:

The Christ Hymn (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jun 26, 2023

After recounting Jesus's humiliation, Paul them turns to His exaltation

Technicolor Joy: The Christ Hymn (Part 2) Philippians 2:9-11 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 6-25-2023 Church of the Holy Rude Many of us have been vicariously enjoying Scotland through Geoff and Jen Trembley’s pictures. One of the places that Geoff was fascinated with was ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

Comfort For The Church

Contributed by Larry Grant on Jun 29, 2024

Paul discusses the Rapture of the Church of Jesus Christ. Paul lets them know that the coming of Jesus is not an event that should bring fear to the hearts of believers, but an event that should comfort them.

1 Thessalonians 4:13-18(NKJV) COMFORT FOR THE CHURCH June 29, 2024 In this letter, Paul confronts the doubts of the young Thessalonian congregation; challenges them to a closer and cleaner walk with the Lord and He answers the questions they have about several areas of the faith. Among the topics ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Benefits Of Worship Series

Contributed by Robert Massey on Oct 5, 2002

The story of this Canaanite woman and her faith gives us three insights into the benefits of worship.

THE BENEFITS OF TRUE WORSHIP Matt. 15:21-28 (verse 25) Worship is important to God. Therefore it also should be important to us as well. One of life’s greatest questions is “What is my main purpose in life?” Why am I here? Solomon, considered to be one of the wisest men of his time, wrote the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Church Of God

More Than Survivors

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Jun 22, 2015

This Easter Weekend message looks at what made the Resurrection something that moved the disciples from the few who simply survived to those who thoroughly transformed the world.

MORE THAN SURVIVORS LUKE 24:36-53 Now in its 14th season, Survivor is a reality game show, in which an assortment of people are “marooned” in a remote location in a battle for cash and prizes. The show uses a system of progressive elimination, allowing the contestants to vote off ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:36-53

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Most Matters To God Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 30, 2012

The sermon preached after 9/11.

Introduction On Tuesday afternoon I pondered what to preach this Sunday morning. With the tragic events of the day, it seemed that a sermon should be preached addressing the questions and feelings that we would be wrestling with. But as I considered the text before me, I thought What better text ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How Did Jesus Take It And Make It?

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 25, 2003

There are three Christ-like qualities that will empower us to take it and make it.

“ HOW DID JESUS TAKE IT AND MAKE IT? ” By: Dr. Dennis Deese - www.dennisdeese.com 18:12-19 1 Corinthians 15:58 Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord. There ...read more

Scripture: John 18:12-19

It ‘s Time To Get Fat

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Jan 14, 2008

Involved in the Kingdom

It ‘s Time To Get Fat Psa 92:10 But my horn shalt thou exalt like the horn of a unicorn: I shall be anointed with fresh oil. Psa 92:11 Mine eye also shall see my desire on mine enemies, and mine ears shall hear my desire of the wicked that rise up against me. Psa 92:12 The righteous shall ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 92:10-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Amazing Public Worship

Contributed by Craig Benner on Jun 2, 2012

Everybody ought to go to the house of God on a regular basis. Public worship is part of the amazing plan of God. Don't miss out on what God has yet in store for you.

Amazing Public Worship Ps. 89:5 5 ¶ And the heavens shall praise thy wonders, O LORD: thy faithfulness also in the congregation of the saints. (KJV) 5 Los cielos celebrarán tus maravillas, oh Jehová; tu fidelidad también en la congregación de los santos. (RVG04) Ps. 107:32 32 Let them exalt him ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 62:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Truth About Heaven

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jul 20, 2014

So Where Do People Get Their Misconceptions About Heaven?

When I was close to 13 years old, I had a dream about heaven, I dreamed that it was this big hospital, and as I walked down the halls all I seen was room after room of sick people laying in bed, there some people who had Iv’s hooked up to them, the were some who had cast on their legs or on ...read more

Scripture: John 14:2-3

Denomination: Baptist

Scars To Show

Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Dec 29, 2014

A perspective on John 20: 19-23. Jesus showed them his hands and side, the scars of his torment and death on the cross. This would have been an uncomfortable moment for them as they remembered their failures, abandonment, and lack of faith in Jesus.

John 20: 19-23 Scars To Show The Gospel of John was written at about A.D. 85 a considerable number of years after the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. It was written at a time when Christians were being persecuted for their faith in Jesus, the Son of God. John wrote the Gospel not only for ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Heavenly Signs Of The Times?

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Aug 11, 2015

This past 2 years we have been introduced in a new way to signs in the Heavens by several books about the 4 Blood Moons as well as the cycle of Gods festivals and the Shemitah year and Jubilee year.

Message: This past 2 years we have been introduced in a new way to signs in the Heavens by several books about the 4 Blood Moons as well as the cycle of God’s festivals and the Shemitah year and Jubilee year. We have yet to see these things run their course and so we wait and watch before we draw ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:9-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Christian Fatigue

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Aug 6, 2016

Paul writes that we should guard ourselves from growing weary of doing God's work. He reminds that we will reap what we sow.

God’s Truth Stays the Same, Our Understanding Changes (Isaiah 45:22-25) 1. The English language began as Anglo Saxon, a Germanic language similar to Friesen. When the Vikings conquered England, they brought in their words and grammar. Then the French Normans conquered England and mixed in French. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

A Weak Paradox

Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 4, 2022

Jesus appeared weak but was strong.

A Weak Paradox 2 Corinthians 13:4 1. Definition of Paradox: a. A statement that seems to contradict itself but may nonetheless be true. b. “A paradox is the truth standing on her head to get attention.” 2. Jesus is all about Paradox because so much of what Jesus teaches is just foolish according ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Unusual Times

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Apr 13, 2020

We are living through an unusual Easter celebration, but that first Easter was the most unusual of all.

April 12, 2020 – Easter Sunday Hope Lutheran Church Pastor Mary Erickson Colossians 3:1-4; Matthew 28:1-10 Unusual Times Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Well, friends, we find ourselves in very unusual times! Typically, on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10, Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Lutheran

Understanding Service - Service And The Creator (2) Series

Contributed by Dove Inspirations on Jun 11, 2021

Encouragement for those in service

As said previously, you cannot consciously serve The CREATOR effectively or work for HIM if you ignore or reject the Person of YAHSHUA The MESSIAH and The HOLY SPIRIT. The CREATOR made and owns the entire universe and it all works towards HIS purposes, for HIS good and glory whether we like it or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:27, John 1:3, John 16:15, Colossians 1:16-17, Ephesians 1:22  (view more)  (view less)