Sermons on Chasm:

The Rest Of The Story

Contributed by Brian Eatock on Jan 23, 2006

Salvation message: Persents the truth that we are sinners seperated from God, dead men and women. Yet, there is hope, there is the Rest of the Story. We are saved and raised up to be heavenly citizens.

When God was about to create man, according to a Jewish legend, He took into His counsel the angels that stood about his throne. “Create him not,” said the angel of Justice, “for if Thou dost he will commit all kinds of wickedness against his fellow men; he will be hard and cruel and dishonest and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Holiness

Unity, Two Are Better Than One: Build A Bridge

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 20, 2009

Come, let us understand the power of synergism. There is power in unity... come BUILD A BRIDGE.

TWO ARE BETTER THAN ONE... SYNERGISM, Build a bridge! FOCUS ON UNITY or UNITY AS A GOAL By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. SYNERGISM --- TWO ARE BETTER THAN ONE... CAN WE ACKNOWLEDGE A SIMPLE TRUTH FOUND IN ECCLESIATES? A. We are better together than we are seperated... Eccles. ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:6-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

We Need Rain

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Aug 23, 2009

Just as many of the people today in the Middle East and Central Asia, currently in the grip of one of the worst droughts in recent history, are desperate for rain, so the church needs to see its desperate need for a fresh rainfall from God.

WE NEED RAIN DEUTERONOMY 28:1-15, 23-24 Introduction: A few years ago much of the United States went through a severe dry spell. It was so dry that it had become an Internet joke. During that drought someone published this request online: “Please pray for rain: "It’s so dry in Tennessee that the ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Going Up Or Down?

Contributed by Craig Condon on Mar 19, 2015

The rich man's sin was not his wealth, but his hard heart. Those who are rich have an obligation to help the poor. How we use what we have leads to God's judgment.

The Pope, Billy Graham and Oral Roberts all died on the same day and arrived at the Pearly Gates at the same time. St. Peter said to them, "I have some bad news and some good news. The bad news is that we are full right now and I am going to have to send the three of you down to the devil. The good ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Anglican

You Only Live Once Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jul 27, 2003

Parables of Eternal Life, Part 5 of 9

YOU ONCE LIVE ONLY (LUKE 16:19-31) A Sunday school teacher told his class the story of the rich man and Lazarus. He explained that the wealthy man had wonderful clothes, lived in luxury and had all the food he could eat; but he had no compassion for the beggar, who longed for a few crumbs from the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Are You Persuaded

Contributed by Rich Wyatt on Dec 30, 2007

Luke 16:19-31 - Are you persuaded by the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ to be a follower of God?

Are You Persuaded? Luke 16:19-31 Introduction: Are you persuaded? Have you become convinced that the way of Christ – the way of God – is true and therefore is that which you model your life after? Do you prayerfully consider your day? How about every decision “large” or “small” that you make? ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Church Of God

The Wealth Test

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 22, 2019

Why is money such a common topic in Jesus’ preaching? Could it be that our wealth is a test? Could the way we handle money reveal whether we choose heaven or hell for all eternity? Let’s discuss this and the Great Reversal in Luke 16:19-31.

Why is money such a common topic in Jesus’ preaching? Could it be that our wealth is a test? Could the way we handle money reveal whether we choose heaven or hell for all eternity? Let’s discuss this and the Great Reversal in Luke 16:19-31. Rich Luke 16:19 Jesus said, “There was a certain rich ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Rich Man And Lazarus Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Apr 2, 2007

Use Jesus’ teaching to demonstrate God’s desire for us to reach out to the poor and lost and the eternal implications of a real place of torment called hell for those who do not worship (love) God as revealed through Jesus’ resurrection.

We continue today on our 40 day journey through the season of Lent as we walk with Jesus to the cross and to resurrection. During our Lenten journey we have been focusing on Jesus’ teachings on the way to the cross from Luke’s gospel. This is the section from Luke 9:50 until his arrest and death ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Methodist

Real Faith For Real Life (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Aug 24, 2013

This five part sermon series explores the book of James, which is all about where the rubber meets the road, and discovers what real faith looks like in real life. Each sermon is expository and alliterated. Power point is available.

Real Faith for Real Life: James Two Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 10/7/2012 You’ve probably heard it a hundred times. It’s one of the oldest preacher stories around. But one day long ago, a world-renowned tightrope walker came to Niagara Falls and stretched his ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-25

Denomination: Christian Church

One Faith Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 2, 2024

In this seven-week series, we explore the seven "ones" of Ephesians 4 and how they can help us experience the unity of the Spirit in the bonds of peace! Week five: One Faith.

ONE FAITH Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 2/4/2018 If you’re just joining us, we’re five weeks into a seven-week survey of Christian unity. Jesus wants his church to be one—to be united and harmonious. The trouble is—we’re all human and because of that the church has a long ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

Forgiveness Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon will explore the concept of forgiveness as a means to mend relationships and build bridges, emphasizing the importance of embodying God's love and forgiveness as taught in Colossians 3:13-14 and Luke 7:40-50.

Hello church! We are so excited to worship with you. Today we are beginning a new series called Bridge Builders. Over the next four weeks we will take a look at ways we can mend relationships and build bridges where there once were vast chasms of bitterness and hurt between people, groups, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:13-14, Ephesians 4:32

Topics: Forgiveness, Bridge Builders, Mending Relationships

Sermon Series: Bridge Builders

The Consequences Of Our Actions And Attitudes PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2025

The sermon urges us to notice and compassionately respond to those in need at our gates, opening our lives and tables with urgent, Christlike love.

Some stories slip in quietly and sit down beside you. Others knock at the front door and ask to be heard. Jesus tells one that stands at the gate. We can see him, can’t we? A rich man with linens crisp as a spring morning. A poor man with sores that sting like salt. A gate between them. A table ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Topics: Compassion, Justice

Journey Of The Damned

Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Apr 25, 2017

The mercy of God overcomes the fire of Hell

JOURNEY OF THE DAMNED Text: 2 Pet 2:4 For if God did not spare angels when they sinned, but sent them to hell, putting them into gloomy dungeons to be held for judgment; 2 Pet 2:5 if he did not spare the ancient world when he brought the flood on its ungodly people, but protected Noah, a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:4-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Wealth Doesn't Guarantee Heaven SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

Jesus, through the Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus, illustrates that wealth does not equate to righteousness. The rich man, despite having worldly possessions, lacked what was necessary for entry into heaven.

Today, we will explore the Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus, as told by Jesus. This parable serves to remind us that being wealthy does not equate to being righteous. The rich man in the story had everything he desired, but he lacked what was necessary for eternal salvation. In the parable, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Topics: Wealth And Righteousness, Abraham's Bosom

The Tragedy Of Refusing Forgiveness. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 26, 2024

Forgiveness is a difficult process. When we are hurt by someone and we do not know what to do, we often keep that anger and sadness within us and cut that person off from our lives.

John 3:19-20 :"This is the verdict: Light has come into the world, but people loved darkness instead of light because their deeds were evil. Everyone who does evil hates the light, and will not come into the light for fear that their deeds will be exposed." Today, we confront a sobering ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 59:2, Matthew 25:46