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The Olivet Discourse – Rapture Ready. Living Prepared For The King's Return - Matthew 24 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Sep 21, 2025

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Jesus calls us to discern the signs of the times and live in constant readiness for His return. NOTE: Today is the Memorial of Charlie Kirk which will be broadcast live and carry the message of the Gospel world-wide, for GOD’s Glory.

2025.09.21 Sermon Notes. THE OLIVET DISCOURSE – RAPTURE READY. BE READY FOR THE KING’S RETURN: LIVING PREPARED FOR HIS RETURN Matthew 24:1–51 William Akehurst, HSWC NOTE: Today is the Memorial of Charlie Kirk which will be broadcast live and carry the message of the Gospel world-wide, for GOD’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:1-51, Daniel 9:27, Daniel 11:31, 2 Thessalonians 2:3-4, Revelation 13:11-18, 1 Thessalonians 5:2-6, 1 Corinthians 15:52, 1 Thessalonians 4:15-18, Genesis 6:3, Psalm 90:10, Titus 2:13, Daniel 7:13-14, Revelation 1:7, 2 Peter 3:10-14, Revelation 22:20, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Always Be Prepared Series

Contributed by Drew Mills on Mar 16, 2007

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Be ready for his return!

Theme: Book of Luke Purpose: to live on purpose, be watchful and ready for his return • A teacher asked the children in her Sunday school class, "If I sold my house and my car, had a big garage sale and gave all my money to the church, would I get into Heaven?" "NO!" The children all answered. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:35-48, Luke 12:35

Denomination: Wesleyan

I Am Barabbas

Contributed by Paul Foster on Mar 22, 2013

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Are we much different from Barabbas?

I am Barabbas – Mark 15:1-15 Introduction So Jesus has faced his accusers, been found guilty of blasphemy, but because the Romans are in charge they have a law which states only they can pass the death sentence and carry it out. You see, when Jesus told the disciples he would be handed over ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:1-15

Denomination: Anglican

Recoving Stolen Property

Contributed by Keith Peters on Jul 9, 2011

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Discusses how to protect ourselves and our families from the Devil's attempts to steal our testimony.

Recovering Stolen Property "The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly." (John 10:10) INTRODUCTION: The son of God reveals much about the nature of our adversary in this verse. He calls ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Baptist

Laying It Down

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Apr 27, 2015

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Jesus' sheep know their Shepherd's voice, and they are safe.

WHEN I WAS A KID, I loved to go to my grandmother’s house. One of the things I remember about that house was a picture on the wall over the bed where I slept. It was a picture of Jesus. There’s a good chance you’ve seen it, or one like it. It shows the full stature of our Lord. ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Selfish To Selfless Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jan 20, 2017

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We are called to live a new way and to not just think of one's self.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Edward Blaine who had spent 20 years in prison for bank robbery back in 1963 thought he would try again in 2003 in Spotsylvania County, Virginia. • According to The Free-Lance Star of Fredericksburg, Blaine walked up to two tellers at Union Bank & Trust and ordered them ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"our Generous God"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Sep 22, 2020

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A sermon about God's equal justice and love.

“Our Generous God” Matthew 20:1-16 Remember when Jesus was Crucified, He was executed with two thieves, one on His left and one on His right. One of the thieves asked Jesus: “remember me when you come into your kingdom,” and Jesus answered him, “Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: United Methodist

It's Getting Closer All The Time

Contributed by David Nolte on Apr 11, 2021

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Of all people, we are nearest in point of time to Jesus' Reeturn

People who are ordinarily rational, reasonable, relaxed individuals seem to lose those characteristics and become contentious, aggressive, hostile and belligerent, with red faces, snarling lips and bulging eyeballs when it comes to disagreement about Bible versions or translations, interpretation ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:3-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Peter, Feed My Sheep” (21 Of 21)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 11, 2022

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A small country church was going through some difficult times financially.

The pastor stood before the congregation, and said, “As all of you know, we need a very large offering today! The person who gives the largest offering will be able to choose three hymns.” They received the offering, and someone had placed a one thousand-dollar check in the offering plate. He was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:8-18

Denomination: Baptist

Revelation Study Series 6 - God's Mysterious Plan Fulfilled Series

Contributed by Clayton Beck on Feb 17, 2023

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Jesus is alive! Jesus is coming back! Jesus wants you ready for His return!

Revelation Study Series 6 - God's Mysterious Plan Fulfilled 11.14.21 Message… Most of you know the story of the Tortoise and the Hare who ran a race. The rabbit was very confident in his ability to win because of his speed. So, much so that along the race he took a nap. While he was sleeping ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Use An Understanding Of Culture

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001

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How To Use An Understanding of Culture In Church Planting and Growth

How To Use An Understanding of Culture In Church Planting Learning Objectives 1. The students will explain how a missionary can communicate the gospel cross-culturally effectively. 2. The students will explain how to use an understanding of a person’s world view to communicate the gospel ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:5-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Choosing Friends

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Feb 26, 2001

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An exhortation to choose friends wisely.

Choosing Friends It could be said that we live in an age of strangers. Very few folks meet at the fence anymore for a friendly chat and most folks do not even know the names of their neighbors. With varying work schedules and so many things we need to do and want to do, there is very little ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:33, Proverbs 27:17

Denomination: Baptist

Gamblers At The Cross

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Nov 8, 2004

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The cross reveals the holiness and the sinfulness of man, Christ resurrection is the bud of promise and our resurrection is the flower of fulfillment, so the most rewarding end of life is to know the life that never ends.

Luke 9: 23: “And he said to them all, if any man will come after me let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me.” There are three things involved in this scripture: if any man will come after Jesus, let him: 1. Deny himself, 2. Take up his cross on daily basis. 3. Follow ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Do What You Have To Do Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Jul 6, 2004

based on 26 ratings

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We must do what we have to do to be heard.

DO WHAT YOU HAVE TO DO I Corinthians 9:15-27 S: Ministry C: Methods in Ministry Th: Live the Difference Pr: WE MUST DO WHAT WE HAVE TO DO IN ORDER TO BE HEARD. ?: How? How do we do it? KW: Methods TS: We will find in our study of I Corinthians 9:15-27 three methods that enable us to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:15-27

Denomination: Baptist

Evangelism Series

Contributed by Erik Estep on Jan 20, 2010

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Today in our passage of Scripture we’re going to see Jesus be our example as to how we’re to share the message of Jesus’ love and hope w/others.

Intro: In the 1998–1999 NBA basketball season, David Robinson, frequent all-star and veteran center for the San Antonio Spurs, learned to share the limelight with the new dominant player of the league: his teammate Tim Duncan. -San Antonio won the NBA playoffs in 1999 with Tim Duncan ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

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