Sermons on Glorious Appearance:

Resurrected To New Life: Celebrating Easter Sunday Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 5, 2024

On this glorious Easter Sunday, we gather with hearts full of joy and gratitude to celebrate the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Today, we delve into the timeless truths revealed through Christ's victory over death, truths that resonate with believers of all ages and stages of faith.

Resurrected to New Life: Celebrating Easter Sunday Introduction: On this glorious Easter Sunday, we gather with hearts full of joy and gratitude to celebrate the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Today, we delve into the timeless truths revealed through Christ's victory over death, truths ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:55, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Matthew 28:6-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Grace Transforms 4 Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Oct 1, 2011

I know I need to change, I am painfully aware of the chasm between what I am in Christ and how I appear to be but all of my diligent effort actually takes me in the opposite direction. Rules do not produce obedient hearts; rules breed rebellion.

Dakota Community Church October 2, 2011 Grace Transforms 4 Ephesians 2:8 For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God not by works, so that no one can boast. 1. What is biblical grace? 2. Where does grace originate? 3. Grace ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Mennonite

Bearing Family Traits

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Sep 19, 2001

"Dear friends, now we are children of God, and what we will be has not yet been made known. But we know that when he appears, we shall be like him, for we shall see him as he is"

Bearing Family Traits Text: "Dear friends, now we are children of God, and what we will be has not yet been made known. But we know that when he appears, we shall be like him, for we shall see him as he is" (1 John 3:2 NIV). Scripture Reading( 1 John 3:1-10) In our text John is talking about ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Am Crossing Over To The Other Side 6 Of 7! Series

Contributed by Raphiel Manenge on Sep 3, 2005

A sermon on FAITH (=Fighting Against Impossibilities Through Hope)and not FEAR (=False Evidence Appearing Real).No matter what happens faith is the way to go.Faith in Jesus Christ,Faith in The Heavenly Father and His Word.

“And he said unto them, Why are ye so fearful? how is it that ye have no faith?.” mark 4:40 Faith not fears! You are what you are today because of fear. The man and women who stood against fear have become heroes and heroines ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:40-41

Denomination: Pentecostal

Messianic Prophecies

Contributed by Douglas Turner on Jan 6, 2009

i. There are two prophecies regarding the King of Kings in just two verses. In verse 9 we have a prediction of the First Appearance of Jesus Christ, and beginning in verse 10 we have a prophecy regarding the Return of Jesus Christ.

1. A Prophecy Regarding the Coming of an Earthly King a. The Destruction of Phoenicia, Syria, and Philistia i. Our text begins today with an “oracle” or a “burden” describing the Lord’s judgment on Syria, Phoenicia, and Philistia, the traditional enemies of Israel. ii. Most evangelical scholars ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 9:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Be In Readiness

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jan 27, 2008

Whether we live to see the second coming of the Lord or are called home to Him at the end of our lives, we do not know the day or the hour of His return and we need to live in readiness, looking toward the appearing of the Lord.

Introduction First month of 2008 almost over- 1/12th of year gone. Prophetically- across differing streams of ministry- there is a serious about the season in which we live Local pastors- sense that God is beginning to move in a special way- dream Pastor Merton Clark had. Important- understand ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:35-59

Denomination: Charismatic

The Change Within Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 15, 2004

When we look to the outside appearance of things our senses, and our emotions can mislead us. We need to look to what changes God is making in us, in preparing us for a new body and a new life with Him

For more Bible studies visit: www.LivingWatersWeb.com The Change Within 2 Corinthians 5:1-21 Pastor Tom Fuller What sense is most important to you? I’ve heard it said that people who lose one of their five senses tend to develop one or more of the other ones to compensate: blind ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-21

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Being Busy For Christ Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 19, 2003

God doesn’t want us to be loafers while we wait for the appearing of His Son. Instead, we are to work hard, settle down, and earn our wages. We must never tire of doing what is right.

Being Busy for Christ For those of you who are wondering if I got my hair cut, the answer is “yes.” On Wednesday, I invited Harold Davis to speak about sheep at the Kiwanis club. He did a great job, as he did this summer when he helped us learn more about Psalm 23. In my introduction of Harold, I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-18

Denomination: Baptist

You Can Do Everything In 2013

Contributed by Clarence Weaver Sr on Dec 31, 2012

Life in the spirit appears in the activities of man, transforming the outward into an inward life, and bearing witness to spiritual power, which is more significant than all material power because it alone to fulfills the character of a person. You can ma

You Can Do Everything In 2013 Philippians 4:12-13 Elder Clarence E. Weaver Sr I. Introduction Satan my brothers and sisters, does not attack believers in such a way that we should recognize him as being who he is. Instead, he comes disguised as the voice behind the theologian from the best ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:12-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Steps Toward Healing

Contributed by Mark Lawing on Jun 28, 2010

The medical profession has made great progress in sustaining life over the last century. However, it would appear that at the end of these longer lives more people are going to hell than ever before. We need spiritual healing

Mark 10:46-52 The medical profession has made great progress in sustaining life over the last century. The average age for an American is fast approaching 80. The development of antibiotics has reduced deadly disease to simple treatable sicknesses. It is believed that George Washington died of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Baptist

Why Are We Here?

Contributed by Jim Drake on May 19, 2009

Is preaching foolishness? Believe it or not, that’s what the Bible says. The preaching event seems like foolishness to people. But despite how it might appear, it’s the way that God has ordained to equip His church.

http://brushforkbanner.blogspot.com 2 CORINTHIANS 5:11-15 As you know, this past week I went to a pastors’ conference called Basics 2009. Somebody saw the announcement up on the slides last week and jokingly said, “Don’t you think you’ve got the basics down already?” I don’t remember how I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:11-15

Denomination: Baptist

A House For The Lord? Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Aug 31, 2009

This Christmas season will you be thinking about the wonder of the immortal God taking on mortal flesh; the omnipotent God appearing in the form of a helpless vulnerable baby; the only begotten Son of God coming as one of us to take on himself the punish

We hear the Christmas story every year. The same events; the same characters; the same location. We sing Christmas carols that retell the story over and over again. But I wonder how many people as they watch Carols by Candlelight on Christmas Eve will see through the sentimentality of the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:1-16

Denomination: Anglican

The Census Plague

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Jun 8, 2020

David appears to have been both directed by God and enticed by Satan to conduct a census. A census was begun, David was smitten in his conscience, and the nation was severely punished. What's our take-away from this story?

Note: I developed a simple set of homemade PowerPoint slides that I used in presenting this sermon. If you're interested in having the PowerPoint file I will send it by Email. Just send an Email message to me at sam@srmccormick.net with the word "slides" in the title and "The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 24:1-25, 1 Chronicles 21:1-30, 1 Chronicles 22:1, 1 Chronicles 27:24, 1 Chronicles 27:23, Hebrews 11:32, Ecclesiastes 3:11, Psalm 139:3-6, Romans 11:33-34  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fullness In The Field Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jul 8, 2020

As Ruth entered what appeared to be a random field, in hopes of being able to glean enough to survive, she had no idea of the providence of God at work in her life. She came empty, and yet, she would leave filled.

Fullness in the Field Ruth 2:8-14 It has been a long journey from the desolation and desperation of Moab. Surely Ruth wondered what she would find as she made her way to a new land. I’m sure there were fears and uncertainties in her mind. Even though she was unaware, God was providentially ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

Abraham—the Journey Begins Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jan 1, 2021

Abraham' first appears in Scripture as Abram, son of Terah, born in Ur of the Chaldees. He received a message from the LORD and obeyed Him. His journey from Ur to Canaan wasn't the end of the journey!

Introduction: One of the most important human figures in the entire Bible is Abraham. We know more of his later years than his early years, but even so, his story is fascinating. He had no written copies of the Scriptures, as far as we know, but he had faith and for him that was enough. These ...read more

Denomination: Baptist