Sermons on We Must Stand For God:

"What Goes Up Must Come Down" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Aug 7, 2017

How do we find unity when we are surrounded by so much difference? The key to is finding harmony.

“What goes up, must come down” Philippians 2:1-11 One of the truths of Scripture that we often struggle with even though it is absolutely true, is that Jesus was both God and man at the same time. It is not a matter of which one He was; He was both. 100% God. 100% man. So when the four gospel ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Standing Close To The Lightning Strike

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 19, 2009

God will get our attention and force us to make choices, despite our desire to avoid decisions or our wish to be secular. When the lightning strikes it may be painful but it will be about grace.

You can most certainly expect God to attract your attention. I cannot tell you exactly how He will do it, but I do know that He will do it. He will attract your attention. Many of us face a spiritual issue called inattention. Distraction. Inattention. We are not paying attention to what God is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:20-39

Denomination: Baptist

Confronting Modern Idolatry With God's Unyielding Truth

Contributed by Jung Lee on Mar 30, 2024

Exploration of the choices we face, reflected in Elijah's story and our daily lives, urging us to decide between worldly distractions and God's path.

Introduction Good morning. Today, we're not going to explore Bible stories but also deeply examine the choices we make daily. The scripture takes us back to a challenging moment for the people of Israel. Back then, they were facing a significant drought, not just missing rain but also moving ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:16-40

Denomination: Baptist

If We Know Jesus. . .

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 13, 2015

If we know Jesus, we should be: 1. Praising the Lord (vs. 1-3). 2. Praying (vs. 4-7). 3. Passing on the good news about Jesus (vs. 8). 4. Pursuing a godly life (vs. 9-18). 5. Persistent in trusting the Lord (vs. 17-22).

If We Know Jesus. . . Psalm 34:1-22 (Initial reading vs. 1-8) Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Sept. 21, 2014 *I was as lost as I could be when I was in high school. Back then I skipped church as much as possible, but I still went from time to time. I remember going to a Methodist ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

God Friended Me

Contributed by Mark Wooley on Oct 9, 2018

How God has friended everyone many years ago

GOD FRIENDED ME JOHN 15:13 Once again Hollywood has tried to bring down God to our level with a new show coming on you TV soon, called GOD FRIENDED ME. This is the write up for this show God Friended Me is a humorous, uplifting drama about an outspoken atheist whose life is turned upside down when ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13

Denomination: Baptist

We Have Someone To Talk About Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Sep 18, 2003

We must courageously speak about Jesus.

WE HAVE SOMEONE TO TALK ABOUT Acts 3:11-26 S: Courage Th: Walk with Spiritual Courage Pr: WE MUST COURAGEOUSLY SPEAK ABOUT JESUS. ?: Why? KW: Facts TS: We will find in our study of Acts 3:11-26 three facts that show why we must courageously speak about Jesus. The _____ fact is… I. HE WAS ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:11-26

Denomination: Baptist

Reality Check: Making A Difference PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Encourage believers to live out their faith with conviction and courage, standing out for Christ and making a difference in the world, even when it's challenging.

Good morning, family. I'm glad to see you all here today, ready to delve into God's word and learn more about how we can live out our faith in our everyday lives. Today's sermon is all about standing out for Christ and having the courage to make a difference. We'll be diving into Luke 19:13 and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:13

Topics: Standing Out

The Battle Between God And The Gods We Serve Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 30, 2013

For God to be first in our life, we have to allow Him to win the battle against the gods of this world.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • How many of us woke up this morning or any thinking, do I worship God or am I going to worship Satan today? • Hopefully we do not think that way, if you are, please come see me later.  • I really do not think too many followers of Jesus or ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who May Stand In His Holy Place?

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 7, 2026

To Yahweh belongs the earth! Who may approach to worship Him?

WHO MAY STAND IN HIS HOLY PLACE? Psalm 24:1-6. 1. The Sovereignty of God (Psalm 24:1-2). The declaration in PSALM 24:1 is emphatic - literally, “To Yahweh belongs the earth!” This excludes all other potential claimants to the Crown. It is His by right as Creator. Whether they acknowledge ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Will Will Be Done

Contributed by Nikki Shipley on Oct 18, 2000

We must put all in the hands of God.

We must put all in the hands of God. We need to wait for God’s timing and not try to make things work to our convenience or in our timing. We find God’s timing and His will in our lives by reading and studying his word and by setting a special time aside to be in his presence minus the world around ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:12-16

Hearing God

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 8, 2011

We must be paying attention and listening for God.

Hearing God September 12, 2010 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must be paying attention and listening for God. Focus Passage: I Samuel 3:1-15 (pew Bible page 313) Introduction: The story is told of Franklin Roosevelt, who often endured long ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Angering God

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Aug 16, 2020

We must avoid the things that anger God.

Angering God August 16, Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must avoid the things that anger God. Focus Passage: Zephaniah 1:5-6 Supplemental Passage: "For the eyes of the LORD move to and fro throughout the earth that He may strongly support ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 1:5-6, 2 Chronicles 16:9

Denomination: Baptist

Cling To God Series

Contributed by Eric Grenier on Apr 26, 2018

We must resist the devil but CLING to God.

James 4:7–10 Therefore, submit to God. But resist the Devil, and he will flee from you. 8Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, sinners, and purify your hearts, double-minded people! 9Be miserable and mourn and weep. Your laughter must change to mourning and your joy ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Goes Up Must Come Down

Contributed by Nickolas Kooi on May 25, 2017

A law of gravity is this: What comes up must come down! We see that this is true in our faith life as we look at the Acts reading of the Ascension of Jesus.

Do you know who this person is? This person has the world record for the most valuable and expensive tooth. In 2002, the person’s tooth was valued at $35,700. Albert Einstein kept a picture of this person on the wall in his study alongside of other famous scientists that he looked up to. At the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Take A Stand For The Cause Of Christ! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 28, 2018

How can we do take a stand for the cause of Christ? 1. Defend each other (Acts 16:35-39). 2. Develop each other (Acts 16:40). 3. Depart to serve the Lord (Acts 16:40-17:1). 4. Deliver the Good News (Acts 17:1-9).

Take a Stand for the Cause of Christ! The Book of Acts - Part 56 Acts 16:35-17:9 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - August 31, 2014 "Stand up, stand up for Jesus, ye soldiers of the cross; Lift high His royal banner, it must not suffer loss. From victory unto victory His army shall ...read more

Denomination: Baptist