Sermons on A Epiphany Last:

The First Shall Be Last

Contributed by John Dobbs on Mar 2, 2023

Frederick Bruner wrote, “Judgment will be a day of surprises.” Today we begin looking at four parables that relate to the day of judgment.

Introduction Frederick Bruner wrote, “Judgment will be a day of surprises.” Today we begin looking at four parables that relate to the day of judgment. Indeed, there are surprises in all of them. This is a simple story, but it also complex. This parable begins and ends with the saying of Jesus, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Last Words

Contributed by Lee Houston on Mar 14, 2023

While Christ was on the cross, he was doing his greatest work; he was uttering some of his greatest words. Luke 23:34 records one of his last statements: “Then Jesus said, ‘Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they do.’”

Subject: Forgiveness Central idea: Jesus final loving instructions for us Specific purpose: to persuade the congregation that Christ died for each of them. Not long after my twenty-second birthday, I arrived in Vietnam, as a machine-gunner in the 199th Light Infantry Brigade. Only a few nights ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34, Romans 3:23

Some Last Things

Contributed by Jesse Crooks on Apr 7, 2023

The book of Revelation is the last book in the Bible. On the last page of this last book, there are three last things we need to consider in the last verses.

Some Last Things Revelation 22: 16-21 16 “I, Jesus, have sent My angel to testify to you of these things for the churches. I am the root and the descendant of David, the bright morning star.” 17 The Spirit and the bride ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:16-21

Putting Christ Last

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 19, 2022

Why is it that too often people have put, or they are putting Christ last? Here the questions are asked about the requirements for following Jesus, not the way to salvation. The cost of discipleship is brought out in this passage of scripture.

Why is it that too often people have put, or they are putting Christ last? Here the questions are asked about the requirements for following Jesus, not the way to salvation. The cost of discipleship is brought out in this passage of scripture. In verses 57-58: The first man is impulsive. He ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Godlessness In The Last Days Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 21, 2022

2 Timothy 3:1-9 shows us how to identify false teachers.

Introduction In the Disney animated classic Alice in Wonderland, Alice wanders through a frustrating world of tardy rabbits, singing flowers, and one curious-talking cat. Her visit with the cat begins as she continues down a mysterious darkened trail and stops at a large tree. The tree is covered ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Timeline Of The Last Supper.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 4, 2022

The two plans met at that table.

TIMELINE OF THE LAST SUPPER. Luke 22:1-34. LUKE 22:1. The first thing that we notice as we enter into this passage is that it was the LORD who was setting the timetable for Jesus’ death. “The feast of unleavened bread drew nigh.” It was the PASSOVER, the commemoration of the deliverance of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:1-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

America In The Last Days

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jul 6, 2023

The question comes up from time to time about America's role in the last days. Maybe none is the answer.

Ezekiel 38:13 Sheba, and Dedan, and the merchants of Tarshish, with all the young lions thereof, shall say unto thee, Art thou come to take a spoil? hast thou gathered thy company to take a prey? to carry away silver and gold, to take away cattle and goods, to take a great spoil? Many ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 38:13, Revelation 8:6-7, Ezekiel 14:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

‘the Last Battle’

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 4, 2023

'The Last Battle' - Joshua chapters 11-12 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: • the opponents of God’s people (ch 11 vs 1-5) • the display of God’s sovereignty (ch 11 vs 6-7) • the example of God’s servant (ch 11 vs 12&15) • the faithfulness of God (ch 12 vs 1-24) • the secret to victorious living (ch 12 vs 1-24) SERMON BODY: Ill: • When I saw the ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

The Last Promise In The Bible

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Sep 5, 2023

His last promise given to us in Revelation and the last promise of God found in God’s Word is “SURELY I COME QUICKLY AMEN.” It is a sure thing, and there is no doubt.

The Last Promise in the Bible By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - There are approximately 8800 promises in the Bible but today I want to just talk about only one and that is the Last Promise. Revelation 22:20 says, “He who testifies to these things says, Surely I am coming quickly. Amen. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:20, Matthew 24:42

Denomination: Apostolic

The Last Conquered Enemy

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jan 21, 2023

The death and resurrection of Jesus Christ for our sins is a visible testimony of victory and the assurance from the LORD God Almighty that the curse of sin, death, hell, and the grave are conquered forever, and that Jesus is LORD of all.

The evidence for the existence, ministry, influence, death, and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ should be as plain as day to anyone who is willing to examine the facts, do their own research, quit letting other people do their thinking for them, and avoid the sophistry of so-called ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:20-28, Romans 5:12, Ezekiel 18:19-32, Romans 3:10-18, 1 John 2:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Bearing Fruit That Will Last

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jul 1, 2024

Living a life of eternal significance is the heritage of every Child of God.

In a corner of London’s Highgate cemetery is a large marble tomb. It’s long and box-like, with a life-sized sculpture of a dog at its foot. An inscription says, “Erected to the memory of Thomas Sayers”. Now, if I were to ask who Thomas Sayers was, most of us wouldn’t know. But when he died the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Listening To Last Words

Contributed by David Zachrich on May 19, 2025

Before Jesus departed from His disciples to return to heaven, after His crucifixion and resurrection to pay for the sins of the world, He offered several final messages that were – and still are – important.

Revelation 21:1-6,12-20 Last words … Friends in Christ, When children leave home after high school or college, words are shared between parent and child to express love. When a loved one passes, if there is an opportunity, last words are shared are also shared to express love and gratitude. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-6, Matthew 28:16-20, John 14:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus' Last Words PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 8, 2024

This sermon explores the depth of God's love and mercy, seeking wisdom and insight from a seemingly sorrowful Scripture in the book of Matthew.

Good morning, beloved congregation. There's a warmth in the air today, a palpable sense of shared faith and mutual understanding. We gather here, not as individuals, but as a collective body, united by our love for God and our shared commitment to walk in His ways. Today, we turn our hearts and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:25

Topics: Never Forsaken

Praying In The Last Days PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 15, 2025

The sermon calls us to seek God above all else, finding rest, confidence, and purpose in His presence amid life’s storms and uncertainties.

Some days the heart feels like a hummingbird in a hurricane—fluttering, fragile, and longing for a safe branch. We scroll and scurry and strive, yet the soul still whispers for something steady. We want a place to rest. We want a Person to hold us. We long for something clear when everything else ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:4-6

Topics: Closeness, God

Final Arrangements

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 1, 2018

A study in the book of Genesis 48: 1 – 22

Genesis 48: 1 – 22 Final Arrangements 48 Now it came to pass after these things that Joseph was told, “Indeed your father is sick”; and he took with him his two sons, Manasseh and Ephraim. 2 And Jacob was told, “Look, your son Joseph is coming to you”; and Israel strengthened himself and sat up on ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel