Sermons on Focus On Eternity:

The Way Of The Cross Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Feb 19, 2024

Denying ourselves and following Jesus wholeheartedly may not be easy, but it is essential for a life that honors God.

You know how in a game of Mad Libs, you have a million choices and it's all a bit crazy? Well, life can feel like that too. But in the middle of all that, Jesus is like, Hey, forget about yourself for a minute, and follow me. Hey, forget about yourself for a minute, and follow me. Imagine you're at ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Topics: Sacrificial Love, Divine Redemption, Spiritual Sacrifice, Eternal Salvation

You're Loved, No Strings Attached! Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Apr 14, 2024

As Christians, we are deeply loved by God and have nothing to fear or prove. We can find security in knowing that God is always with us and His love sets us free from seeking approval from others. In response to God's love, we purify ourselves by saying no to ungodliness and living uprightly by loving others as Jesus loves us.

Hey guys! Today, we're gonna learn from John, one of Jesus' best buds. John tells us that we're God's kids, loved big time. That means we don't have to be scared or try to impress anyone. God's love is epic, and it gives us a fresh start if we accept it. God's love is epic, and it gives us a fresh ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-7

Topics: Spiritual Identity, Divine Parenthood, Faithful Obedience, Eternal Inheritance

From Excluded To Included Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Jul 24, 2024

Instead of thinking in terms of in or out, we should think in terms of near or far from Jesus. This mindset fosters unity, humility, and compassion.

Hey guys, Today, we're diving into a letter from a dude named Paul to a church in Ephesus. This church was a wild mix of people - some used to worship a Greek goddess named Artemis, others were Jews, and some were just regular folks. But they all had one thing in common - they loved each other big ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Topics: Spiritual Identity, Divine Relationship, Faith Journey, Eternal Life

Let God Arise (Psalm 68)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 3, 2026

God arises to save us.

Will God eventually arise to bring joy and peace to the whole world? Whose side are we on? Let’s look at Psalm 68. For the Chief Musician. A Psalm by David. A song. (WEB) When God arises will the righteous be glad, rejoice, sing praises and celebrate? Let God arise, let His enemies be scattered, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Truth And Nothing But The Truth!!!

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Jan 5, 2015

To focus on the liberating action of truth vis-a-vis three Christian doctrines of Justification, Sanctification and Glorification!!!

TRUTH AND NOTHING BUT THE TRUTH Then Jesus said to those Jews who believed Him, “If you abide in My word, you are My disciples indeed. And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.”-John ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-32

Denomination: *other

"The Confidence Of Peter And John"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Oct 14, 2004

Confidence can be well-placed, or misplaced. The difference in consequences can be eternal.

On the next day, their rulers and elders and scribes were gathered together in Jerusalem; and Annas the high priest was there, and Caiaphas and John and Alexander, and all who were of high-priestly descent. When they had placed them in the center, they began to inquire, "By what power, or in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-22

Denomination: Orthodox

Be Of Good Cheer

Contributed by Terry Kennedy on May 25, 2001

Message focus is on Christian optimism. It is taken from the 4 times Christ states "Be of good cheer.’

“Be of Good Cheer!” It’s during this time of the year that a flu epidemic quite often begins. As a matter of fact I believe it hit me last night. Many people, myself excluded, to avoid the flu visit their doctor for a flu shot. At the end of 1999 in our country and around the world ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:2, Matthew 14:27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Lord Is My Portion In The Land Of The Living Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 22, 2025

God Himself is the believer’s ultimate inheritance, security, and satisfaction in this life and in eternity.

THE LORD IS MY PORTION IN THE LAND OF THE LIVING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 142:5 – “I cried unto thee, O LORD: I said, Thou art my refuge and my portion in the land of the living.” Supporting Texts: Lamentations 3:22-24; Psalm 16:5-6; Numbers 18:20; Psalm 73:26 INTRODUCTION: In ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 142:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Heaven, An Overview

Contributed by Richard Bowman on Dec 29, 2025

Jesus assures us of eternal life but He does not give a lot of details.

HEAVEN, AN OVERVIEW Warsaw Christian Church, Richard Bowman, Pastor Emeritus Text: John 14:1-3: Let not your heart be troubled; you believe in God, believe also in Me. 2 In My Father’s house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. 3 And if I go ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-3

The "Character" Of Light Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jan 13, 2009

Light and Darkeness have NO commonality and as beleivers we should always focus on the light and flee from the darkness.

Sermon Brief Date Written: December 7, 2008 Date Preached: December 10, 2008 Where Preached: OPBC (Wed PM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: A Study of John’s Letters Sermon Title: 1 John 1:5 5 This is the message which we have heard from Him and declare to you, that God is light and in ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5

Denomination: Baptist

Essentials Of The Church- Part 2 Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Jan 27, 2005

In 1 Corinthians 2, Paul is clear that we’re not to be over-awed by the world and the physical, but to focus on Christ.

Essential of the Church- 1 Cor. 2 Townships December 12, 2004 The Corinthian church was an unusual church, yet not so much different, in many ways, from a church of this century might be. It had grown up in an environment of deep questing for excellence. People sought to know, to understand, to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christmas Love

Contributed by Robert Sickler on Dec 15, 2009

We must look through all the Christmas distractions and focus our attention on the love that highlights this season.

CHRISTMAS LOVE ILLUSTRATION My son raises pigs. It is a hobby that is growing out of being a hobby. I myself like pigs, as long as the pigs belong to someone else. Actually, I grew up on a farm and I found the pig to consistently be the easiest of the farm animals to deal with. Pigs are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8

Denomination: Christian Church

The Love Of The Father

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Jul 28, 2011

This story is known best as the Prodigal son but, I want to focus on the Father and his love and forgiveness

How you think God sees you? How do you see God? Do you see God as looking down waiting for us to mess up so He can punish? Do you see God as a grandfather figure just patting everyone on the head ? The Bible says in 1John 4:16 GOD IS LOVE; and he that dwelleth in love dwelleth in God, and God in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-22

Denomination: Baptist

Building A Christian Family

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Jan 23, 2021

Build your family through covenant, not contract. Because just as God loves you unconditionally and eternally, God wants you to love your family unconditionally and eternally.

Building A Christian Family Unless the Lord builds the house, they labor in vain who build it. - Psalm 127:1 I would like to start my sermon with a small family joke: A little girl asked her father, "Where did the human race come from?" Her father replied, "God made Adam and Eve. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

He Is Risen!

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 27, 2012

In Jesus’ death and resurrection, we have forgiveness of sins and the hope of eternal salvation.

He Is Risen! March 23, 2008 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: In Jesus’ death and resurrection, we have forgiveness of sins and the hope of eternal salvation. Focus Passage: Luke 24:1-12 Supplemental Passage: (1 Corinthians 15:55) "O DEATH, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Baptist