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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
We must wait patiently for the Lord’s return because it will be worth the wait.
Anticipation Text: James 5:7-11 Introduction 1. Read James 5:7-11 2. Illustration: Do any of you remember the old Heinz Ketchup commercial that played the song "Anticipation?" The point of that commercial is that the best things in life are worth waiting for. 3. Well I know something that ...read more
Scripture: James 5:7-11
Denomination: Methodist
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
God’s Final Warning!
FOR THE PAST TWO WEEKS GOD HAS IMPRESSED ON MY MIND 12:29. IT WOULD NOT LEAVE ME ALONE. EVERYTIME I TURNED ON MY RADIO AT NIGHT BEFORE I WENT TO BED...THE FIRST THING I HEARD WAS: THE TIME IS 12:29 AM. AFTER THE FIRST THREE OR FOUR DAYS OF THIS IN A ROW..I THOUGHT IT MERE COINCIDENCE, BUT IT DIDN’T ...read more
Scripture: Exodus 12:29, 1 Corinthians 12:29
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
Knowing what God will do helps us tolerate an era when God’s will is typically ignored or mocked. The Bible is loaded with information about the Kingdom to come. Let’s note a few facts about what is to come.
Strolling Down Millennial Lane (topical) 1. Consider the case of the Illinois man who left the snow-filled streets of Chicago for a vacation in Florida. His wife was on a business trip and was planning to meet him there the next day. When he reached his hotel, he decided to send his wife a quick ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12
Denomination: Independent/Bible
This sermon explores the importance of spiritual vigilance, understanding the significance of Christ's second coming, and maintaining steadfastness in our salvation. Key
Good morning, dear church family. It's another beautiful day that the Lord has made and we are here to rejoice and be glad in it. We are gathered here today, not by chance, but by divine appointment. Our Heavenly Father, in His infinite wisdom, has orchestrated this moment for us to gather in His ...read more
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11
Topics: Second Coming
This is the 21st sermon in the series "The End". This sermon looks at the activities found in Heaven in Revelation 15.
Sunday Evening September 15, 2002 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: ¡§The End¡¨ [#21] HEAVENLY WORSHIP Revelation 15 Introduction: 1. It is not easy to serve the Lord in today¡¦s world, but for those who are saved during the Tribulation it will even harder. 2. Many Tribulation Saints ...read more
Scripture: Revelation 15:1-8
This is the 1st sermon in the series "The End". This sermon ask the age-old question, "when is Jesus Christ coming back?"
Sunday Evening March 17, 2002 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: The End [#1] ARE WE GETTING CLOSE? Matthew 24 Introduction: 1. A question that has been asked over and over again by Christians is, “When is Jesus coming back?” Even the disciples asked Jesus this question. 2. Although we need to ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 24:1-44
THE CORONATION OF GOD’S KING MEANS CELEBRATION, SECURITY, EXTERMINATION OF GOD’S ENEMIES, EXALTATION OF GOD’S POWER.
BIG IDEA: THE CORONATION OF GOD’S KING MEANS 1) CELEBRATION -- REJOICING FOR GOD’S KING -- IT’S TIME TO CELEBRATE 2) SECURITY -- THRU A PERSONAL RELATIONSHIP OF FAITH IN GOD’S LOVINGKINDNESS = "he will not be shaken" 3) EXTERMINATION OF GOD’S ENEMIES 4) EXALTATION OF GOD’S POWER Key Verse: vs.3 ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 21:1-13
Emphasize the certainty of Jesus Christ's return and the urgency of preparing for it, as guided by the scripture from 2 Peter 3:10.
Good morning, beloved brothers and sisters. We are gathered here today to delve into the heart of a powerful promise from the scriptures. It's a promise that has been passed down through generations, one that stirs our hearts with both anticipation and a sense of urgency. It's the promise of our ...read more
Scripture: 2 Peter 3:10
A FEW THOUGHTS ON THE 2ND COMING
A FEW THOUGHTS ON THE 2ND COMING OF THE LORD; 3/10/08 Luke 17:20-36 20And when he was demanded of the Pharisees, when the kingdom of God should come, he answered them and said, The kingdom of God cometh not with observation: 21Neither shall they say, Lo here! or, lo there! for, behold, the ...read more
Scripture: Luke 17:20-36
As we look forward to Christmas, let us consider the seasons and the signs of His return!
Knowing the Season, Luke 21:25-36 Introduction Christina and I spent a season of ministry in Cheboygan Michigan. Prior to coming here to First Congregational Church of Peru, Illinois, I was Pastor of First Congregational Church of Cheboygan, Michigan. Congregational Christians of that era were ...read more
Scripture: Luke 21:1-38
Denomination: Christian Church
This is the 3rd sermon in the series "The End". This sermon is about the rapture.
Sunday Evening, April 14, 2002 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: “The End” [#3] WE’RE OUT OF HERE! 1 Thessalonians 4:1-18 Introduction: 1. We have come to an exciting part of our study as Christians. Imagine with me for a moment: Airplanes falling from the sky without pilots, ...read more
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-18
According to Paul, Christians are to live constantly aware of the return of Christ Jesus.
Awake and Sober – I Thessalonians 5:1-11 Intro: First the tsunami, then hurricanes, now unrest in France and bombings in the Middle East. In Luke 21:25 it says, “there will be signs in the sun, moon and stars. . . Nations will be in anguish and perplexity . . “ before Jesus comes. That must ...read more
Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed
A devotion for young believers
14 “FOR IF WE BELIEVE THAT JESUS DIED AND ROSE AGAIN, EVEN SO GOD WILL BRING WITH HIM THOSE WHO HAVE FALLEN ASLEEP IN JESUS. 15 FOR THIS WE SAY TO YOU BY THE WORD OF THE LORD, THAT WE WHO ARE ALIVE, AND REMAIN UNTIL THE COMING OF THE LORD SHALL NOT PRECEDE THOSE WHO HAVE FALLEN ASLEEP. 16 FOR ...read more
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:14-18
Denomination: Orthodox
In the Old Testament the Ashes of the Red Heifer was mixed with water and then used as water of purification. What does that have to do with us today?
~ THE ASHES OF THE RED HEIFER ~ What is the meaning behind the Ashes of the Red Heifer and what significance does it offer Christians today? _ -_ - _ - _ - _ - _ - _ -_ - _ - _ - _ - _ - (The following was given by Val Black at Faith Christian Fellowship, Shenandoah, Iowa at the Wednesday ...read more
Scripture: Numbers 19:1-10, Isaiah 46:9-10
Denomination: Charismatic
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