Sermons on Stand Upright:

If God Be For Us Who Can Be Against Us

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Mar 8, 2023

In life all these things and many more are against, but I am determined to stand on the Unadulterated Word of God and believe If God be for us who can be against Us.

If God be for Us Who can be Against Us. By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - When you look at the news, read the paper or just look at what is going on in the world around us you must like Marvin Gaye wonder “What’s Going On”. Now that I am approaching the age of Retirement, Social ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31, Romans 7:15-20

Denomination: Apostolic

Sword Of The Spirit: The Bible Is Just Another Book Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 15, 2023

We have to be prayerfully persistently in the Word of God so we can stand firm against the schemes of the devil in our faith and withstand the evil around us.

THE ARMOR OF GOD AND THE LIES OF THE ENEMY Sword of the Spirit: The Bible is Just Another Book Ephesians 6:10-18 #armorofGod INTRODUCTION We gather to read this passage for the 11th time in as many weeks. Hear now the Word of God. Hear the Word of God written by the Apostle Paul as he was in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Belt Of Truth: Truth Changes From Person To Person Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 4, 2023

Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, which will enable you to know truth, live by truth, and not be destroyed in your soul by lies that make it into your heart.

THE ARMOR OF GOD AND THE LIES OF THE ENEMY The Belt of Truth: Truth Changes from Person to Person Ephesians 6:10-18 #armorofGod INTRODUCTION… “Dad, you are in the Army?” (p) My whole life growing up, my dad was active duty Army. I do not have a memory growing up that does not have the U.S. Army ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Be Still And Know

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 27, 2023

It is against human nature to stand still when trials, problems and panic attacks are crushing us. Faith says I will trust God's plans.

BE STILL --- STAND STILL --- STAND FIRM By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) (Two part lesson) STAND STILL: waiting patiently, a condition or situation with no movement, not give up, hold on, continue, no rush, to be patient. DO WE REALLY TRUST GOD KNOWS HOW ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:9, Numbers 11:5, Romans 8:15, Exodus 14:13-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Who Is Jesus?

Contributed by Steven Devroy on Mar 26, 2024

“Who is Jesus?” Depending on your answer will reveal where you stand with God. What we believe will ultimately determine where we will spend our eternity.

Opener: This morning, the title of our message is “Who is Jesus?” Depending on your answer will reveal where you stand with God. What we believe will ultimately determine where we will spend our eternity. Working the God mobile over the years, I have heard many different response to this ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:41, John 10:20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Courageous Christ PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 8, 2025

Following Jesus means trusting God’s timing, standing firm amid misunderstanding and opposition, and finding courage to remain faithful despite pressure from others.

If you’ve ever felt the sting of skepticism, the squeeze of expectations, or the chill of criticism, you’ll feel the temperature of John 7. Picture the scene: the streets of Jerusalem hum with the Feast of Booths. Families build shelters, memories mingle with meals, and whispers chase rumors ...read more

Scripture: John 7:1-30

Topics: Unbelief, Hostility, Preaching

Equipped For The Invisible War PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 10, 2025

The sermon encourages believers to rely on God’s strength and spiritual armor to stand firm and confident in Christ’s victory amid life’s spiritual battles.

Friend, if your week felt like a wrestling match, you’re in good company. Life has a way of stacking bricks on the back—duties that demand, headlines that hammer, whispers that weigh heavy. And then there’s that quiet pressure you can’t quite name. You can tidy the kitchen and tame the calendar, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-12, Colossians 2:15

Topics: Spiritual Warfare, Armor, Victory

I'm With You PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 12, 2025

God’s presence and promise give us courage to face opposition and uncertainty, reminding us that prayer shapes our lives and God stands with us always.

Some weeks feel like a wrestling match. You wake up with a knot in your stomach, step into the day with a brave face, and still hear the whispers of worry: What if this doesn’t work? What if they don’t understand? What if I’m not enough? You’ve felt the headwinds—critics at the office, tension at ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:19

Topics: Victory

Build On The Rock PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 22, 2025

True faith is shown through obedient action to Jesus’ words, building a life that stands firm through life’s storms by relying on Him as our foundation.

Welcome, friends. Some of us walked in today with the week still clinging to us like rain-soaked coats—news that unsettled, bills that piled up, a diagnosis that won’t leave the mind alone, a loneliness that lingers even in a crowded room. Life has a way of sending squalls without notice. The phone ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Topics: Wise Builder, House On Rock

A Sure Foundation In Jesus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 1, 2025

True faith stands firm through life’s storms when built on obedience to Jesus, who alone provides the unshakable foundation our hearts need.

Friend, storms don’t make appointments. They don’t text ahead, and they don’t knock politely. They gather on the horizon and muscle their way into our Mondays. A pink slip on a Friday. A diagnosis on a Tuesday. A call at midnight that drops you to your knees. And there you stand in the downpour, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:25

Topics: Temptation, Resisting

Guard The Ground PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 4, 2025

True victory comes by honestly bringing our struggles to God, trusting His gospel, resisting the enemy, and standing firm through prayer and God’s strength.

Friends, some of us arrived today with a tired soul and a brave smile. Others carry questions that keep you awake, temptations that tug at you, and memories that whisper shame. You are not strange, and you are not alone. The God who made you also sees you, loves you, and is not intimidated by what ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-25, Ephesians 4:27, Ephesians 6:10-12, Romans 1:16, Romans 6:23  (view more)  (view less)

Topics: Spiritual Warfare, No Footholds, Guard Ground

Gossip V Grace

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Jan 22, 2025

Gossip -that little chatter that can sadden, hurt, even destroy someone. Today we'll look at how it stands in stark contrast to grace

1. Introduction Hey everyone! Today, I want to talk about something we all encounter in our daily lives – gossip. You know that little chatter that can sadden, hurt, even destroy someone. And we’ll look at how it stands in stark contrast to grace. So, let’s dive in! Imagine a church community ...read more

Scripture: James 3:3-12, Ephesians 4:29, Proverbs 16:28, Proverbs 18:21

Wake Up Sleeper, Its Time To Rise!

Contributed by Mike Bence on Feb 11, 2025

We can not be idle in our Christian calling, standing still spiritually can lead to death, we must walk in our faith and calling to reach this world.

Wake Up Sleeper, its time to Rise! Ephesians 5:8-15 8 For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Live as children of light 9 (for the fruit of the light consists in all goodness, righteousness and truth) 10 and find out what pleases the Lord. 11 Have nothing to do with the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-15, John 11:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Am A Wonder To My World

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 12, 2025

God created every believer to be a wonder to their world. This means that as children of God, we are meant to stand out, manifest His glory, and operate in divine wisdom and power.

I AM A WONDER TO MY WORLD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 71:7 "I have become as a wonder to many, but You are my strong refuge." Supporting Texts: Isaiah 8:18, Daniel 1:20, Matthew 5:14-16, Romans 8:19, 1 Peter 2:9 INTRODUCTION: God created every believer to be a wonder to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 71:7, Isaiah 8:18, Daniel 1:20, Matthew 5:14-16, Romans 8:19, 1 Peter 2:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Qualities Of An Intercessor Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 18, 2025

To stand in the gap as an intercessor is to be equipped with qualities that reflect the heart of God. Compassion, holiness, persistence, sensitivity to the Holy Spirit, and a heart for the lost and nations are essential in the life of an intercessor.

QUALITIES OF AN INTERCESSOR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: James 5:16 "The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective." Supporting Texts: Ezekiel 22:30, 1 Timothy 2:1-2, Romans 8:26-27, Luke 18:1-8 INTRODUCTION: Intercessors play a vital role in God’s Kingdom, as they ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16, Ezekiel 22:30, 1 Timothy 2:1-2, Romans 8:26-27, Luke 18:1-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God