Sermons on Advent Second Coming:

Judgment: Not What You Think Series

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Jul 12, 2003

Judgment of Believers is not to be feared but should move us to deeds in Christ with confidence.

Sermon: Judgment: Not What You Think Matt 25:31-41 July 6, 2003 READ TEXT The Final Judgment - Trial & Judgment date: Sometime in the very near future The place: Heaven’s Court Judge: God Prosecutor: Satan Defense Lawyer: Jesus Christ Defendant: You You have died and passed from this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-41

Denomination: United Methodist

Perilous Times Are Upon Us Even Now!

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jul 18, 2003

The Greek word “chalepoi” can, with equal accuracy, be translated perilous, dangerous, terrible, grievous, stressful, distressing or difficult. There can be no doubt but what such days referred to here are already upon us.

PERILOUS TIMES ARE UPON US EVEN NOW! "But know this, that in the last days perilous times will come." "But evil men and impostors will grow worse and worse, deceiving and being deceived." II Timothy 3:1, 13. I. PERILOUS TIMES WILL COME! The Greek word “chalepoi” can, with equal accuracy, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1, 2 Timothy 3:13

Denomination: Baptist

I'll Fly Away

Contributed by Evie Megginson on Aug 2, 2003

NOTICE THIS FLYING AWAY INVOLVES A LIFTING UP,THIS FLYING AWAY INVOLVES A LEAVING, AND THIS FLYING AWAY INVOVES A LANDING.

I’LL FLY AWAY PSALMS 55:1-6 In these verses written by David, he is being oppresed by his enemies. He is tried of percution and wicked ways all around him. Thus, in his prayer to God, he says I wish I could fly away to a place of rest, get away from it all. Have you ever felt like that? Well ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

A Message: To The Good Old U.s.a.

Contributed by Roy Wade, Sr. on Aug 3, 2003

There is no such thing as "National Security" without the God of the universe!

Introduction Of The Text: Today, this is a message to our country, “the good old U.S.A.” The “home of the brave,” the “land of the free.” Where opportunity is available to just about any and everybody! Now, let me set the record straight, I love this country. I would not want to live ...read more

Scripture: Obadiah 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Living In The Last Days (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 7, 2003

This is the 17th study in the study "Hope In The Darkness".

LIVING IN THE LAST DAYS (Part 1) 2 Peter 3:1-18 As a father of three, I have learned how to repeat myself. When I am trying to teach one of my children a lesson I must teach it to them several times and remind them of it often. In the last chapter of Peter’s second letter, he states that he ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Living In The Last Days (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 7, 2003

This is the 18th study in the study "Hope In The Darkness".

LIVING IN THE LAST DAYS (Part 2) 2 Peter 3:8-18 In our last study the question asked was, “What are the signs of the end times.” As a believer in Jesus Christ, I look forward to His coming. I often look around at the world and ask, “What is God waiting for”? This study will answer this ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:8-18

Denomination: Baptist

Then And Now

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Aug 16, 2003

The period immediately prior to the flood and conditions our Lord said would exist at the time of His return are quite similar. Everyday life for the world’s population, in both instances, went on as usual then as it does now.

THEN AND NOW “But of that day and hour no one knows, not even the angels of heaven, but My Father only. But as the days of Noah were, so also will the coming of the Son of Man be.” Matthew 24:37. I. A TIME OF GREAT WICKEDNESS THEN: “…the wickedness of man was great in the earth and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:37, Genesis 6:5

Denomination: Baptist

Keeping Your Faith Alive Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 19, 2003

In this introductory message, we’ll look at how this young church was started and we’ll focus on what the believers did to keep their walk with God fresh.

Keeping Your Faith Alive Two country pastors were standing by the side of a highway holding up a sign that read, “The end is near! Turn around now before it’s too late!” The plan was to lift the sign up high and point to the words as cars came down the road. The first driver slowed down enough ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-3, Acts 17:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Marks Of A Healthy Church Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 19, 2003

The gospel has a powerful impact on those who are receptive. Believers are to joyfully share their faith with others – before it’s too late.

Marks of a Healthy Church After the sermon last week, someone came up to me and asked me a question: “If First Thessalonians is one of the shortest and easiest books to understand, why are you taking 14 weeks to preach through it?” I told him that he should be glad I’m not preaching through the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:4-10

Denomination: Baptist

Growing Pains Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 19, 2003

God’s Word provides growth in our lives and our faith must be lived out in the context of relationships. When Jesus comes back, find your joy in Him and in the changed lives of your friends.

Growing Pains A small factory had to be shut down because their most important piece of machinery had stopped working. The company mechanic couldn’t get it running, so they called in an expert. The man looked over the machine for a few minutes. He then picked up his hammer and gently tapped it. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:13-20

Denomination: Baptist

Will You Be Left Behind? Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 19, 2003

In this classic passage on the “Rapture,” Paul reminds us that we don’t have to grieve without hope because believers will meet the Lord in the clouds one day. These words provide encouragement to us when we’re trying to deal with the death of a believer

Will You Be Left Behind? This past week we went with another family to an apple orchard. Upon discovering that they had a “Corn Maze,” we decided to check it out. I thought it was going to be a little field with a few paths through the corn. Boy, was I mistaken! We paid our intermission fee and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Keepers Of The Flame Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 19, 2003

God’s desire is for us to be joyful always, to pray continually, and to give thanks in all circumstances. We must avoid every kind of evil and make sure that we allow the Spirit’s flame to burn brightly in our lives as we await His glorious appearing.

Keepers of the Flame A guy from Wisconsin and a man from Illinois are sitting next to each other on a long flight to L.A. The Illini leans over to the Badger and asks if he’d like to play a game to pass the time. The cheesehead just wants to take a nap, so he politely declines. The flatlander ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Strength That Lasts Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 19, 2003

Followers of Christ can be confident of salvation and sanctification because of the work of the Holy Spirit. We’re to stand firm and hold to the truth of the Bible in these final days.

The Strength That Lasts I hope you had a good Thanksgiving! How many of you ate too much? Here are three signs that you may have overdone it. Paramedics had to bring in the ‘Jaws of Life’ to pry you out of the EZ-Boy. You set off 3 earth tremors on your morning jog Friday. When you had your ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Being Busy For Christ Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 19, 2003

God doesn’t want us to be loafers while we wait for the appearing of His Son. Instead, we are to work hard, settle down, and earn our wages. We must never tire of doing what is right.

Being Busy for Christ For those of you who are wondering if I got my hair cut, the answer is “yes.” On Wednesday, I invited Harold Davis to speak about sheep at the Kiwanis club. He did a great job, as he did this summer when he helped us learn more about Psalm 23. In my introduction of Harold, I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-18

Denomination: Baptist

"Knowing The Hope Of His Calling" Series

Contributed by Gary Smith on Mar 22, 2003

This is the second sermon in the Prophecy Series. It seeks to explain the Hope Or Confidence We As Christians have concerning our Future & Eternity.

“Knowing The Hope Of His Calling” Pastor Gary L. Smith Text: Eph. 1:15 - 23 15 Wherefore I also, after I heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus, and love unto all the saints, 16 Cease not to give thanks for you, making mention of you in my prayers; 17 That the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-4, Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Church Of God