Sermons on East:

The Glories Of Heaven Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Mar 14, 2010

What will heaven be like? Does it matter to us today what heaven will be like? Today we will get a deeper understanding of what Paul meant when he cried out "Thanks be to God for His indescribable gift!" (2 Corinthians 9:15). Explaining heaven to mere mor

Purpose: To describe what the inside of heaven will be like. Aim: I want the listener to glory in heaven so that worldly things are no longer alluring. INTRODUCTION: What will heaven be like? Does it matter to us today what heaven will be like? Today we will get a deeper understanding of what ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jonah Pouts - God Teaches Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on May 16, 2008

Because of Jonah’s rebellion and disobedience to God’s will, Jonah couldn’t see what God was asking him to see. Are you looking for what God wants you to look for or is your vision blurred by selfish disobedience?

(adapted from a message by Stuart Jones) TEXT: JONAH 4:1-11 TITLE: “JONAH POUTS – GOD TEACHES” OPEN: A. A five-year-old boy was having a difficult time being good. He didn’t want to do anything his mother asked him to do, he was defiant toward her authority, and he ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faith Like A Centurion

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Aug 14, 2024

This passage shares the account of a soldier; one who had enough faith to take Jesus at His word and receive an answer to His request. The centurion had great love for his servant and great faith that Jesus could heal his servant.

I want to begin our message this morning with a sermon illustration: “It is said that Napoleon [Bonaparte], while looking at some papers, let slip the bridle of his horse, which reared [back] so that the emperor was in danger. A corporal . . . leaped forward and caught the bridle, bringing the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Victory Of Christ's Return (Parts 1 & 2) Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Mar 8, 2023

It is important that we remember that our hope is not in a better world or in fixing the world, our hope is found in the imminent return of Jesus Christ and our desire is that the gospel is preached so that all who hear will come to a saving faith in Him.

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org Over the last few years, it has become obvious that there was a significant spiritual shift that happened in our world. Prior to COVID-19, most churches were preoccupied with entertaining the saints and growing ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:11-21

Denomination: Brethren

God Demands Complete Obedience

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 18, 2022

God has given us different talents because God has different jobs for each of us to do.

Most of us understand that, but what many do not seem to understand is what God has called them to do and equipped them to do, HE EXPECTS THEM TO DO! Our desire should be as Christ's. He said in John 4:34, "...My meat is to do the will of him that sent me, and to finish his work." ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

God Demands Complete Obedience

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 21, 2021

God has given us different talents because God has different jobs for each of us to do.

Most of us understand that, but what many do not seem to understand is what God has called them to do and equipped them to do, HE EXPECTS THEM TO DO! Our desire should be as Christ's. He said in John 4:34, "...My meat is to do the will of him that sent me, and to finish his work." ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Could Jesus Be Coming Back Soon Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Jul 29, 2021

A heavily edited sermon from the series, "The Return of the King" available on Sermon Central, we look at the biblical prophecies regarding the return of our King Jesus

Could Jesus Be Coming Soon? Return of the King: Week 1 CCCAG 4-18-21 Scripture: Ezekiel 37; Isaiah 66; Zechariah 12; Luke 24; Revelation 11 I’m excited for today! We are talking about Jesus coming back! Warning! We will be going through a ton of Scripture today- so open up your bible and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:7, Revelation 22:12, Revelation 22:20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Real Christmas Story

Contributed by William Akehurst on Dec 23, 2023

Sharing the Message of Christmas. We celebrate the birth of Christ, the only HOPE for this world, who gave his life for all mankind to rescue them from sin and death. And to everyone who believes in HIM, to them HE gives the promise of eternal life.

2023.12.24.Sermon.Christmas Eve, Morning Service The Real Christmas Story William Akehurst, HSWC The Real Christmas Story (Message) Arranged by William Akehurst, Pastor of HSWC BIG IDEA: We celebrate the birth of Christ, the only HOPE for this world, who gave his life for all mankind to rescue ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5, Genesis 1:1-5, Genesis 1:26-28, Genesis 2:15-17, Genesis 2:18, Genesis 2:23, Genesis 3:1-4, Genesis 3:6, Genesis 3:14-15, Micah 5:2-3, Isaiah 7:14, Isaiah 11:1, Isaiah 9:2, Isaiah 9:6-7, Matthew 1:18-25, Luke 1:26-38, Luke 2:1-20, Matthew 2:1-12, John 1:10-14, Colossians 2:9, Isaiah 53:3-8, John 19:16-18, John 19:30, John 19:40-41, Matthew 20:1, Acts 1:9-11, John 14:3, John 11:25-26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Real Christmas Story 2025 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Dec 14, 2025

We celebrate the birth of CHRIST, the only HOPE for this world, who gave HIS life for all mankind to rescue them from sin and death. And to everyone who believes in HIM, to them HE gives the promise of eternal life.

2025.12.21.Sermon. The Real Christmas Story William Akehurst, HSWC The Real Christmas Story HIS-STORY – HIS Message to us. Arranged by William Akehurst, Pastor of HSWC INTRODUCTION: Remember when Charlie Brown shouted, "What is the Meaning of Christmas?" His blanket bearing friend ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5, Genesis 1:1-5, Genesis 1:26-28, Genesis 2:15-17, Genesis 2:18, Genesis 2:23, Genesis 3:1-4, Genesis 3:6, Genesis 3:14-15, Micah 5:2-3, Isaiah 7:14, Isaiah 11:1, Isaiah 9:2, Isaiah 9:6-7, Matthew 1:18-25, Luke 1:26-38, Luke 2:1-20, Matthew 2:1-12, John 1:10-14, Colossians 2:9, Isaiah 53:3-8, John 19:16-18, John 19:30, John 19:40-41, Matthew 20:1, Acts 1:9-11, John 14:3, John 11:25-26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Virtuous Cycle Series

Contributed by Kevin Purcell on May 24, 2005

This sermon focuses on Acts 4 but covers chapters 2-4 as it shows how the Christian life goes in a cycle from Spiritual Fulfillment to Ministry to Opposition to Decision whether to quit or continue on back to Spiritual Fulfillment.

A Virtuous Cycle Acts 4:1-31 Introduction During Superbowl XXXVII, FedEx ran a commercial that spoofed the movie Castaway, in which Tom Hanks played a FedEx worker whose company plane went down, stranding him on a desert island for years. Looking like the bedraggled Hanks in the movie, the FedEx ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Daniel: A Man Of Prayer

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Aug 10, 2003

to stress the importance of intercessory prayer, confession of sin and humbling ourselves before God

Daniel: A Man of Prayer Daniel 9:1-11,16-19 Primary Purpose: To stress the importance of intercessory prayer Lately, I feel a renewed sense of the importance of intercessory prayer. History shows us that no church, denomination or country has ever outgrown it’s need for prayer. No revival or ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Christ's Love Compels

Contributed by Daniel Devilder on Dec 4, 2006

We need to be compelled in our love for others and God in Christ is for us.

Red Moon Rising (book) Dubi Czech Republic pp. 46-47 sex trade. Author and wife decide to show love to the prostitutes. Awkward, but felt called by the Lord to do so. Monroe, Michigan Girl on the East Side cussed out by her man, children near her, we just walked by (Vickie and I). Didn’t ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:14-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Search For The Real Mt. Sinai

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jan 26, 2006

This outline examines the claims of Bob Cornuke & Larry Williams and their video "The Search for the Real Mt. Sinai" Much of this material comes from Tom Pickett http://www.genesisfiles.com/Exodus_RedSea.htm

The Search for the Real Mt. Sinai ________________________________________________________ Examining the claims of Bob Cornuke & Larry Williams in the video “The Search for the Real Mt. Sinai” It would be helpful to view this video first. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Joshua Takes Command

Contributed by Keith Andrews on Jun 5, 2002

Joshua takes command of the Israelittes after the deat of Moses.

Joshua Takes Command Often in our lives we encounter crossroads. We face two roads going in opposite directions. Many times we know the one to take but the other road looks easier, more comfortable, and more popular. Then there comes the time when you are leading people. Which way we lead them? ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Herodias

Contributed by Thomas Hensley on May 4, 2003

Do you influence for positive or infect with negatives?

HERODIAS Mark 6:14-28 Her name is the feminine form of Herod, the title worn by the political rulers during the life and times of Jesus and the apostles. Herod means heroic…but they were far more hellish than heroic. She is the embodiment of the most despicable traits of this despotic ruling ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:14-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ