Sermons on Apocalyptic Events:

Why Are God's Precedents Often Accompanied With Demonstrations Of Great Power?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

The Pentecostal outpouring of power was a demonstration of God’s divine influence on an epic setting event - the inauguration of the Christian church. Whenever the Lord sets an important precedent He accompanies it with a demonstration of power to signal

1. The Pentecostal outpouring of power was a demonstration of God’s divine influence on an epic setting event - the inauguration of the Christian church. Whenever the Lord sets an important precedent He accompanies it with a demonstration of power to signal His Divine energetic approval. By the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Salvation And The Savior

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Mar 24, 2002

Luke records “Journey Notes” in his gospel that serve to set up this momentous, climactic event that will take place in the city of Jerusalem. Today’s Scripture includes the final two journey notes.

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: What an active, colorful, almost hectic, back and forth scene it is. If you want drama, you’ve got it. Part planning, part spontaneity. Full support for Jesus. And unabashed opposition. Great joy. And tears of sorrow. Coats are spread for an improvised red carpet ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-44

Resurrection Blessings

Contributed by Victor Nazareth on Mar 30, 2002

The resurrection of Jesus is the grand finale of his life and sufferings. From this one event blessings upon blessings flow into our lives. Peter tells us of 7 blessings that come through the resurrection.

Introduction: The resurrection of Jesus is the grand finale of his life and sufferings. From this one event blessings upon blessings flow into our lives. Peter tells us of 7 blessings that come through the resurrection: I New Birth i) Without resurrection no new birth: If Christ had died for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-7, 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Charismatic

A Tragedy Remembered

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Sep 10, 2002

Some events in human history impact us so greatly, that we will forever remember the circumstances of where we were when we heard the news. This is true on both a personal and international level.

Title: A Tragedy Remembered Opening Statement: Some events in human history impact us so greatly, that we will forever remember the circumstances of where we were when we heard the news. This is true on both a personal and international level. For me personally, one of my earliest memories of ...read more

Scripture: John 11:35

What Time Is It For You?

Contributed by Greg Nance on Aug 19, 2002

Esther is a great study in God’s hand to save his people. He uses events of history and people he choses to fulfill his will. What’s his plan for you?

The canonization of Esther in the Holy Scriptures has been a hotly debated topic for centuries. While Esther tells of a historic event in the life of God‘s people, it never once mentions God’s name. For all practical purposes Esther is in the Bible to explain the origin of the Jewish celebration ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Rizpah

Contributed by Rickey Shive on Feb 15, 2002

Rizpah, though insignificant in status, proved to be the focus of two defining events in the life of God’s people. It is from her story I hope we can learn some valuable lessons!

Introduction: Rizpah (Riz-puh) was a concubine of King Saul who had bore Saul two sons. She is, in one sense, a very insignificant character. As a concubine, she had very little status nor influential power. Concubines were considered as “secondary wives,” they were inferior to the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 21:1-14, 2 Samuel 3:7-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Do You Believe?

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Apr 14, 2006

What we believe about the events of Easter morning must be at the center of our faith in Christ Jesus. We must believe in the resurrection of Christ Jesus "Otherwise, you have believed in vain."

I Corinthians 15: 1 – 11 What Do You Believe? Intro: A number of years ago, some Chinese and Americans were witnessing an athletic event together for the first time. The band struck up a tune. The Chinese, thinking it was playing the United States’ national anthem, stood. --- Then, the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Birth Of Christ

Contributed by Toby Powers on Dec 23, 2005

No event in human history has so changed the world like the incarnation of our dear Lord. One man said that the door to undertanding the history of the world rested on hinges attached to a stable in Bethlehem.

From the desk of Pastor Toby Powers Truth Baptist Church Hwy 78 Bremen, GA THE BIRTH OF CHRIST Matthew 1:18-25 Intro: I want to preach this morning on the Birth of Christ. Verse 18 says, “Now the birth of Jesus Christ was on this wise.” Then the Scripture goes on to tell us how he was born. That ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Death Of Jesus

Contributed by Robert Bravo on Jul 10, 2007

It focuses on the brutal events that led up to his crucifixion. Because without His death we wouldn’t have a resurrection. And without the resurrection we wouldn’t have new life

The death Jesus died Intro: Today is Palm Sunday. It’s the Sunday before Jesus death and resurrection. It’s the day we call the triumphant entry into Jerusalem as the promised messiah. It was the day they publicly proclaimed Him as messiah. It was the day he publicly admitted he was messiah. In ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:3-9

Denomination: Nazarene

The Rapture Of The Church Part 1 Series

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Feb 10, 2010

The rapture of the church...it is the next great event to take place...and by the signs of the times it won't be long. Back in 1 Thessalonians 5 it says that the day will come like a thief in the night.

THE RAPTURE OF THE CHURCH PART 1 READ 1 Thessalonians 3:13 18 This morning we are going to kick off what will be a 6 8 week series on the subject of the Last Days...and I want to take us up through to the Great White Throne judgment. And I want to begin with an event that is shortly to come to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:13-18

The Rapture Of The Church Part 2 Series

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Feb 10, 2010

This will be the most earth shaking, cataclysmic event the world has ever known to date...one that will get the attention of the entire planet. And it will signal the time of final judgment that Scripture says will soon take place.

THE RAPTURE OF THE CHURCH PART 2 Last week I began our "Last Days" series with a brief look at the conditions that will precede the rapture of the church...conditions that show us that we are at the very brink of that blessed event. Today I want to look at the specific details that will take ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:13-18

What Ticket Are You Holding? Series

Contributed by Chris Mccall on Apr 21, 2009

The events that are taking place in our world today are demanding that we identify what is really important to us in our life. If you cannot be honest with yourself then who can you be real with?

Fear of God Series #2 “What Ticket Are You Holding” Luke 12:5 NLT www.destinyfellowship.com You know in a lot of places in our world they use tickets for all kinds of things. Raffles, lotteries, and casinos all use tickets in some way or other. People run around hoping that they are holding the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is The Passover Meal? Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jan 13, 2011

Jesus celebrated the Passover meal, it was very important to them... WHY? Let's look at why the Passover was such an important event for the Jews of Jesus' day AND why it is still such an important and sacred celebration for Jews today.

Set the stage: Ok we have a bit of review to go over since it has been seven weeks since our last venture into the story from Luke. We have studied how Jesus entered the city to great fanfare and accolades of being the Messiah. He accepted these accolades and was chastised and criticized by the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Third Day

Contributed by Ronnie Knight on May 9, 2008

The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the single most important event in history because it brings the hope and power of salvation to all mankind. sermon should challenge each listener to place their faith in Jesus Christ.

Subject: Resurrection of Christ Scripture: 1 Corinthians. 15.1-58 Sermon: The Third Day Scope: This sermon should challenge each listener to place their faith in Jesus Christ. Summary: The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the single most important event in history because it brings the hope and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-58

Denomination: Baptist

The Difference Was Made When...

Contributed by Johnny Chase on Aug 20, 2008

When you look at major events many times you can see a time and place a difference was made. We look at different things people did in the word of God that made a difference.

The Difference Was Made When… When you look at major events many times you can see a time and place a difference was made. You see it, in the Word of God, you see it in history, and you see it in the stories of your own life. In prayer this week the phrase “the difference was made when…”echoed ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:26-29

Denomination: Assembly Of God