Sermons on Gateway To Open Heavens:

Heaven Part 2 Series

Contributed by Corey Arnold on Nov 17, 2003

This is part two in a series on heaven and hell. The first two are about heaven, the second is concerning hell.

Living or Dying Well INTRO: In 1996, Jeanne Calment was the oldest living human whose age could be verified. On her 120th birthday, she was asked to describe her vision for the future. "Very brief," she said. Another woman was asked the benefits of living to the age of 102. After a pause, she ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11, Matthew 24:36-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

They Fought From Heaven

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Dec 5, 2009

We wanted change and we are getting it. We reap what we sow. Sin leads to death, and nations are not exempt from this law. Link inc. to formatted text, audio/video, PowerPoint.

They Fought From Heaven Judges 4-5 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/TheyFoughtFromHeaven.html You cannot fight against God and expect to win. 5:20 Remember the background here: Israel would mess in their own nest and then had to sleep in it. And America is now getting exactly what we’ve been ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Heavens Heroes Enoch Series

Contributed by Joe Hayes on Nov 25, 2008

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Heaven’s Hero, Enoch It is important to remember that the faith of heaven’s heroes was a continual trust, dependence and confidence in God to bring to pass His promises. Although very little is revealed about the character of Enoch he stands out to us as example of a man who pleased God because ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Truth About Heaven

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jul 20, 2014

So Where Do People Get Their Misconceptions About Heaven?

When I was close to 13 years old, I had a dream about heaven, I dreamed that it was this big hospital, and as I walked down the halls all I seen was room after room of sick people laying in bed, there some people who had Iv’s hooked up to them, the were some who had cast on their legs or on ...read more

Scripture: John 14:2-3

Denomination: Baptist

A Vision From Heaven

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Feb 14, 2001

Over & over again, the world is doing its best to plant some visions in our minds. Well, God is in the business of planting visions, too.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (Revised: 2012) ILL. I heard a story some time ago of a missionary in Africa who gave a Bible to an African man. When it was given to him, the man hugged it close & expressed great appreciation for the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:12-19, Habakkuk 1:5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"The Pause In Heaven" Series

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Nov 9, 2009

This chapter is devoted to what happens after the sixth seal and before the seventh seal.

“The Pause” November 22, 2009 Revelation 7 1After this I saw four angels standing at the four corners of the earth, holding back the four winds of the earth to prevent any wind from blowing on the land or on the sea or on any tree. 2Then I saw another angel coming up from the east, having the seal ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:1-17

Denomination: Holiness

Our Citizenship Is In Heaven Series

Contributed by Jason Grubbs on Jan 11, 2020

Because we are citizens of Heaven, our minds should be set on Heavenly things. This sermon shows what is and should be true since we are citizens of Heaven.

Introduction One October afternoon in 1982, Badger Stadium in Madison, Wisconsin, was packed. More than 60,000 die-hard University of Wisconsin supporters were watching their football team take on the Michigan State Spartans. It soon became obvious that MSU had the better team. What seemed odd ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:17-21

What Is Heaven Like? Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

Death is a one-way door to give your entrance into a personal welcome of tremendous joy or the first wave of gloom and regret. Hell is your default destination and getting to Heaven is a choice. For those who follow Jesus Christ, Heaven maybe as near as your next week.

One day an older man was speaking to a student about his future plans. He asked the young man, “Tell me, what are your plans after you graduate from law school?” The young man said, “I would like to get a job with a good firm and start making some money.” The older man said, “Sounds good. Then ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:33, Matthew 5:5, Revelation 21:4, Job 19:26-27, Matthew 6:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Throne Room Of Heaven Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 9, 2015

To find peace In the midst of your tribulation, see the Holy God on His throne and surrender to Him.

Some time ago, I came across a list of statements that describe our lives at times. They're actually restatements of the old Murphy's Law. * Nothing is as easy as it looks. * Everything takes longer than you think. & * If anything can go wrong it will. Sometimes life gets so bad you think * ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Heaven-Like Hospitality Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 26, 2021

Why was Jesus so concerned that we have a love for strangers? It was because Jesus came into this world as a stranger, and he knows what it is like to be rejected. He came unto His own and His own received Him not.

Earl M. Finch became one of the most popular bachelors in Hawaii because he had the gift of hospitality. It all started in Hattiesberg, Mississippi when he saw a Japanese soldier reading the menu on the window of a drugstore. He felt the impulse to go over to the G I and say, "Are you hungry ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:12-14

The Glory Of Heaven Unveiled Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Nov 26, 2025

There is a profound difference between knowing about someone and actually knowing them. You can study a person, memorize facts about them, read their biography, admire their work, and still have no relationship with them.

The Glory of Heaven Unveiled December 7, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Luke 2:8-14 INTRODUCTION — KNOWING ABOUT JESUS VS. KNOWING JESUS There is a profound difference between knowing about someone and actually knowing them. You can study a person, memorize facts about ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:10-15

Denomination: Brethren

Things Missing In Heaven

Contributed by Keith Peters on Jul 6, 2011

A reminder of some of the things heaven won't have.

IN HEAVEN “After this I looked, and, behold, a door was opened in heaven: and the first voice which I heard was as it were of a trumpet talking with me; which said, Come up hither, and I will show thee things which must be hereafter.” Revelation 4:1 1. IN HEAVEN THERE WILL BE NO ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

A Voice From Heaven Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 18, 2025

This is the 8th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#8] A VOICE FROM HEAVEN Luke 3:21-22 Introduction: We see a key moment in Scripture that starts Jesus' public ministry- His baptism in the Jordan River. As He is baptized, we witness not just an act of obedience but also a powerful message from God that speaks to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:21-22, Matthew 3:13-17, Mark 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

Requirements For Going To Heaven

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Sep 27, 2020

Everyone wants to know about heaven, and everyone wants to go there. But everyone will not go to heaven. There are requirements that must be met before going to heaven. Do you meet the requirements.

Requirements for going to Heaven By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. My Desire: - Is not to never just read the Bible to get a sermon, but to read the Bible to get to the heart of God. It is my mission through any message I deliver and especially this message about Heaven to cause you to search the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:19, John 3:16, Matthew 25:41

Denomination: Apostolic

12 Steps To Heaven

Contributed by Lindeal Greer on Jan 6, 2001

about climbing a ladder to heaven

12 steps to heaven Gen. 28:10-22 I. Come and seek God De 4:29 But if from thence thou shalt seek the LORD thy God, thou shalt find him, if thou seek him with all thy heart and with all thy soul. Mt 7:7 ¶ Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:10-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ