Sermons on Escaping Hell:

The Paradox Of Self

Contributed by Joseph Anderson on Jan 25, 2011

The importance of self in determining one's destiny. To hell or heaven.

The Paradox of ‘self’ (Luke 9:25) “For what is a man advantaged, if he gain the whole world, and lose himself, or be cast away?” Introduction: In 2 timothy chapter 3, Apostle Paul warns us of the terrible times that will be in the last days. The idea is not something new ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:25

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Q & A Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jan 26, 2009

Answers to questions about death, judgment, heaven, and hell.

[The questions below were submitted by people at Forest Hills Fellowship Baptist Church.] 1. Does the Bible prohibit cremation? Answer: NO Burying the body was the standard practice of the Israelites in the Old Testament and Christians in the New Testament. However, the Bible does not contain a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Choose Your Destiny Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 24, 2015

Choose to reign with Christ or you will burn with Satan.

One morning, 4-year-old Kevin and his grandpa went out to buy donuts. On the way, Grandpa turned to Kevin and asked, “Which way is heaven?” Kevin pointed to the sky. “Which way is hell?” Kevin pointed towards the floor of the truck. Grandpa continued, “And where ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Approaching Horsemen

Contributed by Dave Kinney on May 17, 2005

The Four Horsemen! Now we’ve reached the very heart of the Book of Revelation. We move from heaven’s splendor to hell’s sorrow on earth.

Now we’ve reached the very heart of the Book of Revelation. We move from heaven’s splendor to hell’s sorrow on earth. Matthew 24:21 “For then there will be great tribulation such as has not been since the beginning of the world until this time, nor ever shall be.” You might be surprised to know ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Rich Man And Lazarus

Contributed by Jason Cole on Feb 23, 2004

We can learn a lot from the story that Jesus told, especially about the concept of Hell. While Hell is not popularly talked about Jesus teaches it as a Truth.

“Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus” Introduction: As I sit and listen to people talk I learn quickly that the world is wicked. I hear things that blow my mind. People are hopeless without Jesus Christ, and if you are in Christ today you know what I am talking about because you may ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Based On Creation Series

Contributed by Ken Gehrels on Jul 24, 2001

God cares, deeply, for His Creation. Christians should, too. A New Creation is the goal of salvation - not escape from it.

The Big Picture - Based On Creation Bible Reading: Genesis 1: 1 PREPARED BY KEN GEHRELS PASTOR CALVIN CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH NEPEAN, ONTARIO If I wanted to get under your skin, If I wanted to see blood pressure rise in a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Conflicting Desires

Contributed by John Harper on Dec 3, 2008

God’s desire is that no one will perish, but ungodly men desire to escape judgment apart from Christ.

II Peter 3:1-10 December 3, 2008 Pastor John L. Harper Warden Assembly of God “Conflicting Desires” Introduction: Reason for writing (vs. 1-2) • To recall the words spoken in the past by the prophets • To recall the command of our Lord and Savior given by the apostles. I. DESIRES LEAD TO ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Holy Trinity – Father, Son And Holy Spirit

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Jun 14, 2019

No matter how educated we are, the concept of the Trinity escapes our understanding - it is something to be taken on faith

I speak to you in the name of God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit. Amen One of the first sermons I delivered here at Saint John’s, without realizing when I agreed to preach, was Trinity Sunday in 2011. I have to tell you, of all the Sundays in the year, this is the one that makes ...read more

Scripture: John 4:34, John 16:12-15

Denomination: Episcopal

It's Our Choice

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Sep 23, 2022

Looking at the parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus, we see how costly it is to be focused only on "self" and not be mindful to be preparing our soul for eternity.

THOMAS HOOKER, THE GREAT PURITAN LEADER AND FOUNDER OF THE COLONY OF CONNETICUT, ONCE WROTE THIS OF HELL: “CONCEIVE THIS MUCH, IF ALL THE DISEASES IN THE WORLD DID SEIZE ON ONE MAN, AND IF ALL THE TORMENT THAT ALL THE TYRANTS OF THE WORLD COULD DEVISE, WERE CAST AGAINST HIM; AND IF ALL THE ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31, 2 Peter 3:9, Mark 8:36

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Preacher Who Sorrowed When Sinners Were Saved

Contributed by David Moore on Apr 10, 2008

This is an overview of the book of Jonah in which the emphasis is on the futility of escaping God’s will, and the compassion that God has for all mankind.

The Preacher Who Sorrowed When Sinners Were Saved Aim: To show through Jonah the compassion of God for all men, Jew & Gentile, young & old. Text: Jonah 3:5-4:1 Introduction: This morning we are encounter to a man whom most people are familiar with. Even the unsaved can largely recount the story ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Foundation Of Salvation

Contributed by Jerry Gatson on Oct 2, 2004

Many of God’s people are destined for heaven but live in hell on earth right now. They’re saved from going to hell but they are not victorious. They are not enjoying the fullness of salvation.

The Foundation of Salvation Text: Jeremiah 8:20 When we think of being saved, we think of scriptures like Romans 10:13 (For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved) and Ephesians 2:8 (For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 8:20

Denomination: Charismatic

God's Wonderful Love

Contributed by Robert Travis on Dec 24, 2006

God’s love is unsearchable.

GOD’S WONDERFUL LOVE John 3:16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. I. THE BREATH OF HIS LOVE “The world” A. NO MATTER WHO WE ARE. 1. Regardless of our race. ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

On Fire Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 22, 2011

A sermon on Hebrews 12:29, "Our God is a Consuming Fire" (Outline and material adapted from F.B. Meyer at http://www.ccel.org/ccel/meyer/into_holiest.i.xxxiii.html#i.xxxiii-p0.1)

HoHum: The Northside Church of Christ in Newport News, Virginia, lost their church building to a fire caused by a lightning strike on July 1999. Their response to the fire was seen on their church sign a few days later: “We’re still on fire.” May that be true of us! WBTU: ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Isaiahs Challenge Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 17, 2015

Isaiah ends abruptly with a challenge: we must stay the course and not surrender our Biblical beliefs — even if those beliefs are not unpopular.

Isaiah’s Challenge (Isaiah 66:7-24) 1. A rich millionaire decides to throw a massive party for his 50th birthday, so during this party he grabs the microphone and he announces to his guests that down in the garden of his mansion he has a swimming pool with two great white sharks in it. 'I will ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 66:7-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Wheat And The Weeds Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Oct 21, 2014

The fourth in a series on the Parables of Jesus, this three-point expository sermon explores the parable of the wheat and the tares, focusing on the wheat which is deceptive, damaging, and destined for destruction!

PARABLES OF JESUS ǀ THE WHEAT & THE WEEDS Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 2/23/14 I know the forecast is calling for frigid temperatures and frosty condition this week, but I’m so thankful for the brief preview of spring we had last week. Two days of 50o temps was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30

Denomination: Christian Church