Sermons about 1 Thessalonians 4

The Rapture Of The Church (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Dana Visneskie on Jan 12, 2005

based on 119 ratings

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In this first sermon I discuss what the rapture is and show how close we really are to the Lord’s return. I give 5 points backed with news information that show the Lord could come back in our lifetime.

Title: The Rapture Of The Church (Part 1) Text: I Thess 4:15-18 and I Cor 15:51-52 Pray!!! Read Text!!! Introduction: While on a South Pole expedition, British explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton left a few men on Elephant Island, promising that he would return. Later, when he tried to go back, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:15-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Five Questions Concerning The Rapture Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Sep 12, 2006

based on 49 ratings

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#2 in series - Five questions concerning the subject of the Rapture.

“Amazing Prophecies of the End Times” Lesson # 2 “The Rapture” In 1995 the book “Left Behind” by Jerry Jenkins and Tim LaHaye appeared; which was a fictional account in which millions of Christians are carried away instantly into heaven. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Funeral Message For Gayle Pearson

Contributed by James May on Sep 19, 2006

based on 13 ratings

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Funeral message and graveside statements for a 54 year old man who had a heart attack.

Funeral Message for Gayle Pearson September 19, 2006 We are here to honor the life of Lawrence Gayle Pearson. As I have listened to the eulogy and the letter written by his children, and I have spoken with some of the family members, I have come to know that Gayle was not always what he appeared ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Santos Sexuales Series

Contributed by Felix Ramirez on Nov 16, 2005

based on 30 ratings

| 6,274 views

El llamado de Dios a mantener la pureza sexual

SANTOS SEXUALES 1 Tesalonicenses 4:1-8 INTRODUCCIÓN * Hay dos palabras que en cualquier lugar que las menciones lograrás llamar la atención del público: Fuego, Gratis y Sexo. * La sexualidad es uno de los temas siempre relevantes. Todos somos o hemos sido tentados. * Hoy vamos a meditar en una ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Training For Reigning

Contributed by Doug Morrell on Dec 5, 2005

based on 17 ratings

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We are never to feign happiness in pain, but if we are growing in Christ-likeness, we should be demonstrating a more eternal, positive perspective (considering it pure joy), because we are realizing that we are training for reigning.

Depth of character is realized under pressure. Anyone can be a Christian when things go well, but how do you do when a little pressure, a little pain, a little discomfort, criticism or gossip, a sick child, loss of income, are applied? When your fruit is squeezed, what kind of juice comes forth? We ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hope Beyond The Grave Series

Contributed by Rule Digal on Dec 8, 2005

based on 35 ratings

| 22,107 views

A sermon for death or funeral service. A believer of Jesus should not worry about the reality of death. It can’t rob us of d joy of our eternal fellowship with the believers in d presence of d Lord forever.

Theme: HOPE BEYOND THE GRAVE Text: 1 Thessalonians 4: 13-17 Intro. A. Let me extend my hearfelt sympathy to the bereaqved family. May God give each of you peace and comfort amidst this painful experience that you go through at the moment. B. There are certain things in life that we never ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Call To Grow!

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jul 8, 2006

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God calls us to grow in our intimate relationship (if we are married), in our brotherly love, and in our attitude to work.

We have just read from a portion of the Bible which could be seen as impossible for a ‘Priest’ to relate to. After all (you might think to yourself), what would a ‘Priest’ know about the intimate relationship between a man and a woman! After all (you might think to yourself), what would a ‘Priest’ ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12

Denomination: Anglican

Descriptions Of The Rapture Series

Contributed by Doug Warren on Aug 19, 2006

based on 11 ratings

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Deals with the Suddenness, the Sounds, the Scenes and the Security related to the event known as rapture

Recently CNN had their religion editor defining and describing for the general public what some "extreme" (their words) groups were calling the "end of the world as we know it." I thought it amazing that although slanted, there were scriptures and definitions of end time happenings showed over ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Second Coming Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Sandra Jean on Aug 26, 2006

based on 50 ratings

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The Bible in the Old Testament foretold the first coming of Jesus Christ and it was fulfilled but Bible also fortells the second coming of Jesus Christ. For some it will be a day of joy but for some it will be time of grief, pain and suffering. Jesus is

The Second Coming of Jesus Christ “…I will come again.” Daniel 12:1-4; John 14:1-4; Matt. 24:3-44 INTRODUCTION: Biblical prophecy provides some of the greatest encouragement and hope available to us today. Just as the Old Testament is saturated with prophecies concerning Christ’s first advent, so ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-4, 1 Thessalonians 4:14-17, 1 Corinthians 15:21-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sanctification

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Jun 21, 2003

based on 165 ratings

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The doctrine of sanctification is one of the most misunderstood teachings recorded in the New Testament. This is due, in large part, to the fact that it deals with consecration and holiness.

SANCTIFICATION SCRIPTURE: I Thessalonians 4:3 INTRODUCTION The doctrine of sanctification is one of the most misunderstood teachings recorded in the New Testament. This is due, in large part, to the fact that it deals with consecration and holiness. If regeneration has to do with our nature, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Holy Living In A Xxx World

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Jun 22, 2003

based on 156 ratings

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Believers must accept God’s authority and will regarding sexual issues.

1 Thessalonians 4:1-8 Holy Living in a XXX World Introduction Before I begin this morning’s message, I want you to know that this message is really not suitable for our younger children. If you would like to dismiss your children to children’s chapel you are perfectly welcome to do so. I think ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8, 1 Peter 1:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Hope Of The Redeemed

Contributed by Sonny Thomas, Sr. on Jul 30, 2003

based on 34 ratings

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For the child of God, there is the assurance that Jesus will return for them.

I am so thankful to God that I do not have hope in this life only. For if we do, the Apostle Paul states that we are men that are most miserable. But God gives His children a joy that is unspeakable and full of glory. God has taken the misery of our lives and placed it on Christ as He hung on the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Eulogy Fred Issac Fendley

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 23, 2003

based on 14 ratings

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This sermon is for a Christian who was married 61 years 4 months and highlights his marriage.

Fred Isaac Fendley April 23,2003 Although Fred Isaac Fendley made his entrance into the world on September 20, 1920 in the deep south in Birmingham, Alabama, God had taken note of his presence in heaven a long time before that. For the Scriputes tell us in Psalm 139:13-16 For you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How Do I Know That I Am Sactified?

Contributed by Darin Gary on Apr 25, 2003

based on 67 ratings

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Entire Sanctification & its attributes.

"How Do I Know that I am Sanctified?" (1 Thess. 5:23-24 & 1 Thess. 4:7) Did you know that the author of Amazing Grace (John Newton), prior to his conversion, years as a pastor and theologian had sunk very low in his life. Early on in his life, Mr. Newton stole away on a ship, where he was found ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:7, 1 Thessalonians 5:23-24

Denomination: Wesleyan

Are You Ready For The Rapture

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Apr 26, 2003

based on 121 ratings

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This message seeks to show that since the Rapture could take place at any time, we need to be ready, by knowing that we have trusted Christ as Savior, and by living holy and godly lives.

ARE YOU READY FOR THE RAPTURE? Text: I Thess.4: 13-18 Intro: Though the word “rapture” is often used in theological discussions, it is never used in the Bible. This does not mean however, that it is an unscriptural term, or that it should not be used. In verse seventeen of our text we find ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

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