Sermons on Gateway To Open Heavens:

Thoughts On Heaven

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jun 11, 2006

1.Heven is a place of joy. 2. Heaven is descibed as a city. 3. Heaven takes seriously the difficulties we are facing now.

I was tremendously impacted by a funeral I once had. The service was for the mother of a member of the church who was a great Christian woman. During the service, one of her former pastors stood to share his gratitude for the life of this woman. He was retired from ministry at the time, and he ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-7, Hebrews 11:13-16

Denomination: Methodist

In And Around Heaven

Contributed by David Moore on Dec 9, 2008

This is a mid-week Bible Study on Rev 4, showing some of the sight and sounds of glory as the believer anticipates heaven.

Studies in Revelation In and Around Heaven Text: Revelation 4:2-11 Introduction: Following the rapture in 4:1 John makes it very clear where he is now located – vs 2 – “in heaven,” and that is where we are in this book for the next two chapters. These are exciting verses because they give us a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:2-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Sun Of Heaven

Contributed by Glenn Dale Pease on Aug 29, 2014

The sun of our solar system has been a symbol of the Son of God. It is the center around which all revolves. It is the source of all life, and all warmth, and all beauty. It is the physical symbol of what Jesus is, and of what He will be forever.

THE SUN OF HEAVEN based on Rev. 21:15-27 BY GLENN PEASE Isaac Asimov, the most prolific writer of this age, author of over 500 books, has a delightful essay on gold in his book, The Sun Shines Bright. He gives us scientific confirmation of why God would make the New Jerusalem a city of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:15-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Order Of Heaven Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 9, 2021

The vision God gave John of the New Jerusalem is a vision of precise and exquisite order. Pythagours said, everything can be described in numbers. That was a profound insight, for numbers are the ultimate symbol of order. God is the great mathematician, and everything He has made has a number.

In the sixth century B. C. a boy by the name of Pythagorus grew up with his father, who was a gem-engraver. He noticed that gemstones came in regular geometric shapes. The beryl was a hexagon, the garnet was a 12 sided crystal, and each gem had it's own unique order. This observation was the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:9-21

The Sun Of Heaven Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 9, 2021

Everything you can learn about the sun--it's power, light, and fire, will increase your love for, and awe of Jesus. Study the sun, and you are studying theology, for it is a symbol of what Jesus will be to us forever.

Isaac Asimov, the most prolific writer of this age, author of over 500 books, has a delightful essay on gold in his book, The Sun Shines Bright. He gives us scientific confirmation of why God would make the New Jerusalem a city of gold. The ancient world considered gold the most noble of metals. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:15-27

The Promise Of Heaven

Contributed by Charles Jones on Sep 3, 2006

These are words of comfort for a believer that has passed away. i.e. This is a funeral sermon

I had the privelege to preach this sermon at my dear Grandmother’s funeral who passed away on February 2, 2006. It was an encouragement to my family and our friends who packed out a church to say our last goodbyes. Introduction: As we gather here this morning to remember the dear and precious ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Afterlife: Heaven Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Jun 3, 2015

The third in a series of three, this sermon highlights three wonderful characteristics of our future home in Heaven. It will be real, righteous, and relational.

Afterlife: Heaven Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 5/31/15 A Sunday School teacher just finished a lesson all about Heaven, then asked her students, “How many of you want to go to Heaven?” Of course, everyone in the class raised their hands… except for one ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-5

Denomination: Christian Church

Heaven Is Real Series

Contributed by Ed Gratton on Aug 12, 2018

Third in a series on the Lord's Prayer

1 Heaven is Real Revelation 21:1-5; Matthew 6 9-13; Luke 11: 2-4 Welcome to the 3rd installment of our summer sermon series about the Lord’s Prayer. Jesus gave this example of effective prayer to us in response to some of his disciples striking up a conversation with him about prayer. We don’t ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-11, Luke 11:2-4

Denomination: Christian Church

Treasures In Heaven Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 13, 2018

Jesus teaches in Matthew 6:19-24 that my heart always goes where I put God's money.

Scripture Two weeks ago I began a series of messages that I am calling, “Lay Up Treasures in Heaven.” In today’s lesson, I want to examine Matthew 6:19-24. Two weeks ago we examined verses 19-21. So, we won’t spend a lot of time on those verses, but will spend more time on verses 22-24. Let’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Colors Of Heaven

Contributed by Glenn Dale Pease on Aug 29, 2014

There is no eloquence adequate to describe the colors of heaven. The colors will be brighter and more beautiful than the brightest rainbow we have ever seen in time.

THE COLORS OF HEAVEN based on Rev.21:9-21 By Glenn Pease Mr. Jones was having her living room painted, and she was explaining to the unsympathetic painter just what she wanted. "I want a light green blue, which will be sort of a cross between a darker blue and a light bluey blue", she said. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:9-21

Denomination: Baptist

Heaven As It Is Now Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 16, 2011

Heaven as it is now is not Heaven as it is yet going to be This is an instructional message regarding the developing nature of Heaven as it is right now

Ephesians 4:8-10; Hebrews 11:39-40 Intro: What would a series on Heaven be without a few “Gates of Heaven” stories? 3 men died – a doctor, a school teacher, and the head of a large HMO. Each was called forward. The Doctor first. “What did you do on earth?” I healed ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:8-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Colors Of Heaven Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 8, 2021

One thing is for sure, heaven will be the most colorful place we will ever be. The light of God will bring out every color the mind of God can conceive. It is always light, and never night, and this means never ending color and beauty.

Mr. Jones was having her living room painted, and she was explaining to the unsympathetic painter just what she wanted. "I want a light green blue, which will be sort of a cross between a darker blue and a light bluey blue", she said. The painter replied, "Lady, there ain't no ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:9-21

Occupations In Heaven Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 9, 2021

One of the major purposes of this life is to discover what you would love to do forever. The loves, the interests, the gifts, and the aspirations we develop in this life will greatly affect our service and occupation in heaven.

The story is told of a man who died and found himself in a region of fabulous abundance. His slightest wish was instantly granted. At last, however, the novelty wore off and he became bored. He told his host he would love to do something. Was there any work he could perform, or any problem he ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:1-5

Heaven And Rewards

Contributed by Charles Wall, Jr. on May 5, 2006

God has his appointed time for judgment but He also has an appointed time for rewarding. Let me mention a few things about God’s rewarding. I’m not sure we comprehend just how much God speaks of rewards in the Bible.

Heaven and Rewards or God’s Way of Rewarding 4-24-05pm Note: many of the thoughts were taken from Randy Alcorn’s book, "In Light of Eternity" Two men owned farms side by side. One was a bitter atheist, the other a devout Christian. Constantly annoyed at the Christian for his trust in God, the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 11:18

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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