Sermons on Focus On Eternity:

Journey To Hell

Contributed by Shawn Miller on Mar 27, 2017

What kind of man went to hell and what kind of hell did he go to in Luke 16:19-31

Journey to Hell Introduction: Herman Goering stole millions and killed thousands in World war II. At his trial at the end of the war, he laughed and mocked when a preacher was sent to his cell to pray for him. twenty minutes before his hanging, he was found dead in his cell. He had taken a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Easter 2015: Empty Promises Of Easter

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 22, 2016

Let's examine the promises of Easter. Each promise is marked by something empty—an empty cross, empty clothes, and an empty cave. It is the very fact that each of these is empty that assures us God's promises are not.

EASTER: EMPTY PROMISES Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 3/27/2016 I just want to take a moment to thank everyone for choosing to spend Easter morning with us here at the Grove. Whether you’ve been coming to the Grove all your life, or this is your first time visiting, or ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

The Best Is Yet To Come

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 23, 2016

A chapel message for the funeral of an elderly woman who knew the Lord.

As we gather in the presence of the Lord, I want to talk just a little bit about looking beyond our circumstances and looking into the future. Think along with me for a moment: That rusted wreck of a car in the junkyard was once new, shiny, sleek and desirable. Those clothes we threw away or gave ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:2-3

Denomination: Baptist

Unwrapping The Gift Of Christmas

Contributed by Perry Anderson on Dec 14, 2015

When we share the gospel of Jesus Christ with others, we are unwrapping the gift of Christmas to share with others.

Unwrapping the Gift of Christmas Christmas is almost here and there’s presents ready to be opened. Just as quick as the gifts are unwrapped it seems to be over as well. For most of us, it’s hard to remember what we got for Christmas last year. The real Gift of Christmas is one we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Three Points On The Rock

Contributed by Robert Brent on Jan 1, 2016

Three Biblical principles to help us safely navigate our way through life.

Three Points On The Rock 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 My title is borrowed from the field of rock climbing. Those who climb rocks say it is a fundamental practice to keep three points on the rock. “Stay in balance. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, 2 Corinthians 4:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Death And Taxes Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 11, 2016

The ability to answer wisely may not persuade the hardened opponents of the Gospel, but God can use those answers to glorify himself and perhaps to reach out to others who hear the discussion.

Death and Taxes (Mark 12:13-27) 1. I cannot say I enjoy making payments. Fortunately, I do not have a car payment, but I have a mortgage and I have bills. 2. Ministers are considered self-employed for purposes of social security, but employed by the church for purposes of income tax. 3. The ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:13-27, Mark 12:17-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Resurrection Lite

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Apr 1, 2021

This is a straight forward Easter Gospel sermon on what it takes to experience eternal life. It is targeted to unbelievers.

OUTLINE 1. INTRODUCTION – EASTER THEMED TV SHOWS 2. A DECREASE IN BELIEF IN GOD AND RELIGION 3. AN INCREASE IN BELIEF IN THE AFTERLIFE WITHOUT FAITH 4. BUT EVEN THOUGH CULTURE CHANGES GOD HASN’T CHANGED 5. RESURRECTION (AND AFTERLIFE) ONLY COMES BY FAITH IN JESUS 6. A QUICK SUMMARY OF THE ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-9

Denomination: Christian Church

An "In Tents" Reminder

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jun 23, 2015

The lesson points out examples of the temporary in light of the permanent. I used this also to help with our VBS theme this year of God's Greatest Show on Earth.

1. Lifetime Battery An angry motorist went back to a garage where he had purchased an expensive battery for his car six months earlier. "Listen," the motorist grumbled to the owner of the garage, "when I bought that battery you said it would be the last battery my car would ever need. It died after ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Rich Ruler Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 10, 2015

Jesus' conversation with the rich ruler teaches us what is required to receive eternal life.

Scripture Ruth Burke of Columbus, Ohio overheard at a restaurant two women at the next table telling about a little girl who had gone to the zoo with her Sunday school class. There, she had spent an excessive amount of time at the camels’ enclosure. She apparently wanted to see some really ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:18-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Truth Lives Forever Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on May 17, 2021

Truth lives forever, because Christ lives forever, who is the embodiment of Truth. He expects his disciples to reflect on him in their day to day life. Three things are said: Be a Faithful Witness, Have faithful Lips, and Be a Truthful Person.

Theme: Truth Lives Forever Text: Proverbs 12:17-27 Greetings The Lord is good; His love endures forever. So far, we have meditated on the themes of Kingdom of Truth, Truth will set you free, Worship in Truth and Spirit, and on Three Faithful Men. Now we will meditate on the theme “Truth Lives ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 12:17-27

Denomination: Methodist

Perfected In His Presence; A Funeral Message. Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Jun 2, 2022

A fellow officer has been promoted to glory, we celebrate her service and salvation.

Perfected in his presence, a funeral message. Bula, We are here today to remember the life, to celebrate the life of our dear friend and sister … To some she was more than a friend and sister, she was the wife of and mother of ….and grandmother of …and ... Many of you were close to her. … and… ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:8, Romans 15:7, Ephesians 1:13-14, John 1:29, John 5:24, 1 Peter 1:3, 2 Corinthians 5:1-2, Romans 10:9-10, Jude 1:24-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

Our Future Hope Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Apr 4, 2022

The resurrection of Jesus is our hope for eternity. All Scripture references (except where noted) is from the NASB.

The resurrection of Jesus is our hope for eternity. A week ago last Friday, Mr. Merle (a prominent man in our congregation) went to be with Lord. We buried his earthy remains last Thursday. There was hope in that funeral service because Jesus said: John 14:19b … because I live, you will live ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:20-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Resurrected Body Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Apr 10, 2022

Palm Sunday Message. If there is a resurrection, how does it work? What is the resurrected body like? all Scripture quotes are from the NASB.

Today is Palm Sunday, the day we remember Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem, the people were waving palm branches, and shouting “Hosanna! Blessed is He who comes in the name of the LORD” (Mark11:9). What a joyful day that was. In its OT context, from Psalm 118:25, Hosanna means ‘I beseech ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:35-49

Denomination: Baptist

Life In The Son

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jan 28, 2022

In Acts 3:15, the Bible calls Jesus the “author of life.” It is of utmost importance that we realize that the origin of abundant life is Jesus Christ; and that His abundant life is everlasting, both now and in the age to come eternal.

In Acts 3:15 Jesus Christ is called “the Prince of life.” Jesus said, “I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly” (John 10:10b). John 1:4 tells us, “In Him was life, and the life was the light of men.” 2 Peter 1:3 declares of Jesus that “His divine power has ...read more

Scripture: John 6:47-58

Denomination: Baptist

Resurrection (Part 1)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 21, 2021

What is the resurrection all about? How central is it to the Gospel?

What is the resurrection all about? How central is it to the Gospel? 1 Corinthians 15:1-19 Jesus’ Resurrection 1 Corinthians 15:1 Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; We too received the Gospel. What does ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-34

Denomination: Baptist