Sermons on Heaven Minded:

Which Road Are You On?

Contributed by Douglas Bryan on Jan 20, 2003

This sermon stresses the importance of giving thought about where you plan to spend eternity.

WHICH ROAD ARE YOU ON? Matthew 7:13-23 INTRODUCTION: [This message uses some material from a sermon by Joel Smith entitled, The Great Divide.] ILL> During our first year of ministry here, we had gone to visit the Ted & Elizabeth Armstrong who live towards Mansfield, out by the Mid-Ohio race ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The End Of Even Stephen Series

Contributed by Robert Hoos on Apr 30, 2007

This sermon is about how heaven is not God’s great break even, but it will even be better and more unbelievable than the Garden of Eden was.

The End of Even Stephen (Masterpiece of Hope Series) Revelation 21:1-5 God is not just trying to break even with heaven; He is going to bless us beyond what Eden was like for Adam and Eve. Chapel Service of Plainfield Christian Church Rob Hoos Introduction My grandfather was a very interesting ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Getting Crowned

Contributed by Pat Cook on Nov 10, 2003

This speaks of getting rewarded in heaven with crowns, doing things in life that matter in the next one, and why we would lay them down at His feet.

Revelation 4:1-11 – Getting Crowned A man died and went to heaven. He was met at the Pearly Gates by St.Peter who led him down the golden streets. They passed mansion after beautiful mansion until they came to the end of the street where they stopped in front of a shack. The man asked St. Peter ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:25, Revelation 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

What About Our Relationships In Heaven? Series

Contributed by Kerry Bauman on May 10, 2006

The message addresses the key relationships we will have with others in heaven.

Glimpsing Eternity: The Hope of Heaven What About Our Relationships in Heaven? Text: Matthew 22:23-32 Introduction: A pastor had asked a deacon to do some rewiring in the sanctuary. The only way to reach it was to enter the attic above the altar and crawl over the ceiling by balancing on the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:23-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Are You Ready For This?

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Jul 11, 2006

This is a look at our preperation for heaven. Asking the question are you prepared?

What are you looking forward too? So often if were honest things we look forward to dont always live up to our expectations. I remember my Kids getting really excited about the magic of Disneyland Paris. They had watched the magic of the advertising campaign on TV, it loooked great. But the ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

"What I Am Going To Do When I Get To Heaven!

Contributed by John Walls on Sep 16, 2002

Speaking fo the enjoyments of Heaven

WHAT AM I GOING TO DO WHEN I GET TO HEAVEN? Revelation 21:1-27 Introduction: This chapter gives a preview of our future home called Heaven. Heaven is just as real as Smithfield, NC. It will have as its inhabitants those who were redeemed by the blood of the Lamb of God. No matter how we try to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

Different Reactions To Jesus Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Mar 19, 2008

God offers to the followers of Jesus something worth selling all else for.

Scripture Introduction Pastor Douglas Webster wrote a provocative book entitled, Selling Jesus. He described the American church as taking a foolish route to attract an audience. While the claims of Christianity can and should compete in the “marketplace” of ideas, we must be careful of “selling ...read more

Scripture: John 6:60-71

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

When Heaven Came Down

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 24, 2024

Pentecost was a once forever event presaging the work of the Spirit in God's people. The phenomena were displayed once, but the power of the Spirit continues to be revealed through the testimony of God's redeemed people who are empowered to do this holy work.

“When the day of Pentecost arrived, they were all together in one place. And suddenly there came from heaven a sound like a mighty rushing wind, and it filled the entire house where they were sitting. And divided tongues as of fire appeared to them and rested on each one of them. And they were ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-41

Denomination: Baptist

We Have An Eternal House In Heaven!

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Aug 25, 2007

In a world where everything changes it is reassuring to know that we have an eternal home in heaven.

“There’s no place like home…there’s no place like home…there’s no place like home.” That is all that Dorothy had to say in order to return to her home in Kansas. (Well she also had to close her eyes and click her glass slippers together as well.) If you are familiar with the movie The Wizard of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-9, 2 Corinthians 5:1

Denomination: Lutheran

The Five People You Meet In Heaven

Contributed by James Buchanan on Nov 11, 2003

This sermon is based on the realities of life and heaven, interacting with Mitch Albom’s book, "The Five People You Meet in Heaven".

(Please note, there are times when I refer to the book and quote it. Due to copywrite laws, I have just referred to the page number.) Influence. When I say that word, what comes to mind? Three lobbyists in Washington, D.C. were debating how to determine their degree of power with the White ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:1-5, Romans 8:28-29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Reaching Out To Lost People

Contributed by Joe Bedy on Feb 25, 2002

Towers collapsing or death by a terrorist is nothing new to Jesus.

Reaching out to the Lost Revival Central Christian Church February 27 2002 Jb : Introduce Mark Pippin-Testimony Prayer: Ask them to pray for me Joke(s)- I told Stan I was going to preach on suffering tonight, he said why if you preach as long as you usually do- they will experience it- ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-5, Psalm 91:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Not Harps And Halos Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 19, 2001

Plain talk about the "intermediate state" (between death and resurrection) for people investigating the Christian faith.

Mother’s Day is an appropriate time to mention the fact that that no matter how prepared we think they are for parenthood, we’re never really ready. Somehow all the books, seminars and advice can’t prepare you for those dirty diaper blow outs, or those embarrassing grocery store tantrums, or ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

All Things New Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 19, 2001

Four word pictures of the eternal state, explained for people investigating the Christian faith.

The central claim of the Christian faith is that someone has died and lived to tell us what lies beyond death’s door. That’s the Easter claim, that Jesus Christ died at the hands of professional executioners, that he was placed in a heavily guarded tomb, and that three days later Jesus Christ ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-2, Revelation 19:7-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Turbulence Calmed Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 22, 2005

Expository sermon dealing with how Jesus comforted disciples in their disappointment and revealtion concerning heaven.

Turbulence Calmed Fortifying the Foundations # 32 John 14:1-14[1] 4-11-04 “Do not let your hearts be troubled.” Jesus spoke those words to his disciples at a time when there were some good reasons to be troubled. This is the night before the crucifixion. Jesus has told them that he is going ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-14

Denomination: Charismatic

Why Christians Say Jesus Is The Only Way To Heaven

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Nov 29, 2003

Truth regarding heaven must be told because people want the truth about what is real

John 13:36-14:29 (NLT) 36 Simon Peter said, “Lord, where are you going?” And Jesus replied, “You can’t go with me now, but you will follow me later.” 37 “But why can’t I come now, Lord?” he asked. “I am ready to die for you.” 38 Jesus answered, “Die for me? No, before the rooster crows tomorrow ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free