Sermons on Courts Of Heaven:

The Shock Value Of The Gospel

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Apr 18, 2004

If convicted felons were set free by our court system because someone else wanted to take their punishment, imagine the outcry! Well, Jesus did exactly that. . . *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

How To Be Right With God TEXT: Rom. 3:21-26 "But now the righteousness of God without the law is manifested, being witnessed by the law and the prophets; Even the righteousness of God which is by faith of Jesus Christ unto all and upon all them that believe: for there is no difference: For ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:21-26

Denomination: Holiness

Follow The Leader To His Trial Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Mar 30, 2021

There were two trials the night Jesus was arrested. One was illegal but formal. The other trial was in the court of public opinion. Peter didn't do so well in his trial.

You can hear the audio of the sermon at: https://www.buzzsprout.com/697261/8241541 ? During the pastorate of Henry Ward Beecher in Indianapolis he preached a series of sermons upon drunkenness and gambling, incidentally scoring the men of the community who profited by these sins. During the ensuing ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:33-34, Matthew 26:58, John 18:19, Mark 14:69, Luke 22:61-62  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Advance Through Arrest Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 28, 2021

Jesus indicates that one of the key ways of getting the Gospel spread would be through the courts. The persecution would lead to opportunities to defend the Gospel before high officials and leaders in high places.

There is a difference between sin and error. It I say 2+2=5 I am in error, but I am not sinning. That is, if my motive is to come to a right answer I am not sinning. If my human fallibility leads me to a wrong answer it is not sin. If I say 2+2=5 in order to confuse a young person so that they ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:9-13

If You Were Accused Of Being A Christian, Would There Be Enough Evidence To Convict You?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 11, 2024

How would we stand up in a court based upon our Christianity? Would we truly be found guilty of being a Christian or would we be acquitted due to lack of evidence?

At the time when the Jewish remnant returned to Israel to rebuild the walls, Joshua was the High Priest (Haggai 1:1, 2:4). APPOINTED, ACCUSED, APPEARANCE, ACCEPTABLE In verses one - four: Satan “resisted” (accused) Joshua, who depicts the country of Israel here. The allegations were exact, ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 3:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Since You Have A Father

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Apr 19, 2009

Since we have a father in heaven what are we to do? 1- Since you have a father in heaven - live 2- Since you have a father in heaven - live as strangers 3- Since you have a father in heaven - live in reverent fear

INTRO.- ILL.- A grade school teacher was asking students what their parents did for a living. "Tim, you be first," she said. "What does your mother do all day?" Tim stood up and proudly said, "She’s a doctor." "That’s wonderful. How about you, Amie?" Amie shyly stood up, scuffed her feet and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Worship Of The Living Creatures

Contributed by Samuel M on Oct 11, 2024

Something beautiful happened when the living creatures began to worship God. Heaven came alive (to life), and all of heaven joined in to worship God. All of heaven was in one chorus worshipping God. All of heaven joined in a song of praise and adoration to God.

Whenever the living creatures give glory and honor and thanks to Him who sits on the throne, who lives forever and ever, the twenty-four elders fall down before Him who sits on the throne and worship Him who lives forever and ever, and cast their crowns before the throne. Revelation ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:9-10

The Power Of The Cross - Number 2 Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 23, 2024

The Cross of Jesus Christ... 1. Can put real hope in our hearts (vs. 12-13). 2. Can break down barriers between us (vs. 11-15). 3. Can save us from God's holy hostility (vs. 15-17). 4. Can give us instant access to Almighty God (vs. 18). 5. Can make Heaven our home (vs. 19).

The Power of the Cross - Number 2 Ephesians 2:11-19 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The Book of Ephesians (Prepared March 23, 2024) Note: The previous sermon in this series was prepared for Memorial Day in the United States. This is a very similar sermon for any time of the year. MESSAGE: *Think ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus' Prayer In Gethsemane Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Mar 29, 2022

Jesus was aware that he would be arrested, tortured, dragged into the courts, and sentenced to death by his enemies. Though it was the eternal plan of God for establishing justice and holiness of God. However, Jesus was sorrowful and troubled with friends.

Theme: Carelessness in Prayer Text: Matthew 26:36-46 Greetings: “The Lord is good and his love endures forever.” Context: Jesus was aware that he would be arrested, tortured, dragged into the courts, and sentenced to death by his enemies. Though it was the eternal plan of God for establishing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Methodist

Privilege Of Being Persecuted Series

Contributed by Kranthi Kumar Medida on Dec 26, 2006

The meaning of “for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven” in Matthew 5:3 is that they will enter into the Kingdom of Heaven. But the meaning of the same words in Matthew 5:10 is that they will rule in the Kingdom of Heaven along with Lord Jesus.

Scripture portion: Matthew 5:10-12 “BLESSED ARE THEY WHICH ARE PERSECUTED FOR RIGHTEOUSNESS SAKE: FOR THEIRS IS THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN. BLESSED ARE YE WHEN MEN SHALL REVILE YOU, AND PERSECUTE YOU, AND SHALL SAY ALL MANNER OF EVIL AGAINST YOU FALSELY, FOR MY SAKE. REJOICE AND BE EXCEEDING GLAD: FOR ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Guilt And Condemnation

Contributed by David Insell on Apr 24, 2003

This is a sermon I did in two prisons in Arkansas and Mississippi on dealing with guilt.

"This message was preached in Tucker prison and also Parchman prison. This can be adapted to any situation." There are so many of God’s people today who live under a heavy burden of guilt because of their past. They have a hard time believing that God could forgive them much less forget their ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-2, Romans 12:1-2, Romans 12:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christmas And Kingdom

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 3, 2006

1. This kind of King elicits fear in us. 2. This kind of King inspires hope in us. 3. This kind of King makes us heirs with him.

Very often, at Christmas, we hear stories retold, like Mark Twain’s "A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court", where King Arthur dresses in peasant’s garb and visits the subjects of his kingdom. The king lays aside his royal robes and privileges in order to identify with life outside the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:7

Denomination: Methodist

7 Ways To Keep Your Eyes Fixed On Jesus

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Apr 26, 2025

Fixing our eyes on Jesus means living with eternal focus—clothing ourselves in Christ's character, seeking His Kingdom and wisdom, walking in His victory, persevering for heavenly rewards, and joyfully longing for the day we see Him face to face.

Fixing our Eyes on Jesus 7 Ways to Live with Eternal Focus Colossians 3:1 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 “For where your treasure is, there your heart shall be.” Matthew 6:21 While we each have but one life to live, there are countless paths people take in the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-2, 1 Corinthians 15:58, 2 Corinthians 12:10, James 1:5

Denomination: Baptist

When Joy Overflows! In These Extra Ordinary Times!

Contributed by Mark Van Cuylenburg on Jan 4, 2021

What happens when the joy in heaven overflows to earth?

When Joy overflows! In these extra ordinary times! By my calculations its just five days to Christmas Day Morning and I’m trying to get a sense of the anticipation that might have been in the air some 2020 years ago. First of all, I suppose that we ought to ask who it was who was anticipating? ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

Home

Contributed by Tom Lawson on Dec 16, 2000

A Narrative Sermon on Heaven as Home

It was a warm day in the summer in Grayson. Our windows were open, so it was easy to hear him, even though he was still half a block away: "Ma! Ma!" TJ, our oldest son, had been our playing with his friends. And, as usual, he was barefoot. And, you already know what happened. He discovered one ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-7, 1 Corinthians 15:51-57

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Which Payday Are You Working For! Series

Contributed by Jeffrey Sturdivant on Jan 27, 2001

Is heaven the payday you want.

Which payday are you working for? A lot of people are working for the wrong pay day anymore. They worry more about making a dollar than they worry about seeking God.(Matt.6:33 But seek ye first the Kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.) So instead ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Church Of God