Sermons on Heavenly Council:

Heavenly Purposes For Filthy Lucre

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 18, 2016

What did Jesus teach about money?

Sermon Intro Why is money referred to as filthy lucre? Because we all sin, all money is tainted by sin of some kind. Is filthy lucre usable for heavenly purposes? Goal Let’s learn that filthy lucre can be used for heavenly purposes. Sermon Plan We will discuss a shrewd manager and his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Present Fruit Of Heavenly Hope Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Nov 14, 2016

The Letter of Paul to the Colossians has very strong significance for the issues which face the Church today. This "prison letter" is a letter of hope and clear teaching on the deity of Jesus.

“The Present Fruit of Heavenly Hope” Colossians 1:1-8 Introduction We are going to take some time to examine Paul’s letter to the church at Colossae, known as one of Paul’s Prison Letters (the others being Ephesians, Philippians and Philemon) ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Heavenly Backing For Earthly Victory Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 13, 2025

You are never alone. For every visible battle you face, there is an invisible army backing you. The presence of God is your greatest advantage.

HEAVENLY BACKING FOR EARTHLY VICTORY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 6:16-17 Supporting Texts: Psalm 91:11-12, Romans 8:31, Isaiah 41:10, Exodus 14:14, Zechariah 2:5 INTRODUCTION: Every battle faced by a child of God on earth has a spiritual dimension. While the enemy may rage ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:16-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How Jesus Loves An Unloving Church (Revelation 2:1-7) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Dec 6, 2023

Answer: By "revealing" how he views them, and warning them, and giving them time to repent.

Let's start today by reading last week's passage, Revelation 1:9-20: (9) I, John-- your brother and partner in the affliction and in the kingdom and in the steadfastness in Jesus-- I was on the island called Patmos because of the word of God and the testimony about ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7, Psalm 82:1-8

The Individual Believer’s Present State (2:4-10) Part 1 Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 18, 2017

The love of God, more than anything else, is the one moving cause of salvation. Paul said in Rom. 5:8, “God commendeth His love towards us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” Love is the one attribute from which the plan of salvation

By: Tom Lowe Date: 3/11/17 Lesson 8: The Individual Believer’s Present State (2:4-10) Series: Paul's Letter to the Ephesians Ephesians 2:4-10 (KJV) 4 But God, who is rich in mercy, for his great love wherewith he loved us, 5 Even when we were dead in sins, hath quickened us together with ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:4-10

Denomination: Baptist

How Wise Are You? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 12, 2024

This sermon explores the true nature of wisdom, emphasizing its source in God and its application in our lives, contrasting it with worldly wisdom.

Good morning, dear friends. It's a joy to gather together in the house of the Lord, isn't it? It's a privilege, a blessing, a divine appointment, to come together as one body, one church, one family, united in our shared love for Christ. Today, we find ourselves standing at the threshold of a ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Topics: Heavenly Wisdom

The Mass And Martyrdom Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 22, 2013

The fortnight for religious freedom is a time to get back to basics and understand our history, our worship, and our mission to the world

June 24, 2013 Sacrosanctum Concilium Today we celebrate, with a solemnity, one of the three critical birthdays recognized by the Church. These nativities are those of Jesus–of course–the Blessed Virgin Mary, and now St. John the Baptist. I’ve noted in other homilies that the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:57-80

Denomination: Catholic

Ordination Or Installation Service Charge To The Church

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 29, 2018

A brief (15 min) challenge to the local church to be considerate of their pastor

Ordination Charge to Church October 27, 2018 Main Idea: Based upon my experience with the people of Riverview Community Church, I think they have an awful lot together. So my challenge to you is to stay on track by continuing the Biblical attitudes that you have toward your pastors. But it ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Timothy (Paul's Disciple) Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 3, 2022

This young man was so closely associated with the Apostle Paul that they shared his thoughts and work. However, we must assume the more profound knowledge of him conveyed by the Acts and Epistles and by the letters of counsel addressed by St. Paul to him personally.

Timothy Acts 16:1 Then came he to Derbe and Lystra: and, behold, a certain disciple was there, named Timotheus, the son of a certain woman… ________________________________________ This young man was so closely associated with the Apostle Paul that they shared his thoughts and work. He is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1

Denomination: Baptist

The 4 Rules (Acts 15)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 31, 2025

What four rules would help Jew and Gentile fellowship over a meal?

Did four rules promote table fellowship between Jew and Gentile? Were the seven laws of Noah a basis for this decision? Let’s look at Acts 15. Did some early Christians believe that circumcision and the law of Moses were still required? But some men came down from Judea and were teaching the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Set Your Mind On Heavenly Things

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Mar 28, 2002

how our first and second resurrections get us to think heavenly

March 28, 2002 Colossians 3:1-4 Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. 2 Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. 3 For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God. 4 When ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Lutheran

You're In The Hands Of The Heavenly Potter!

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 28, 2005

You’re in the Hands of the Heavenly Potter! Yield to him: 1) He has the power to squash; 2) He has the right to squish; 3) He has the grace to squelch

“You’re in good hands with Allstate.” So declares a popular insurance company. I wonder if Allstate clients would agree with their insurance company’s motto? For example has every Allstate client in the Gulf states received compensation for their houses and cars destroyed by the recent hurricanes, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Swing Wide You Heavenly Gates

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on May 29, 2006

Let’s get this straight from the start- who is in charge of all this? This earth? And what is His will for it?

"Swing wide you heavenly gates". Psalm 24. WBC 28.05.06am Introduction Inspiration is a funny thing. Something clicks… it’s like the Lord runs a highlighter through it- and you just know you should preach on it It just didn’t feel right to preach on JOS 3:5 Joshua told the people, "Consecrate ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Our Heavenly Father Knows Best

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jun 8, 2006

Pentecost (C) - Our heavenly Father knows best since life is not always as man plans but life is always as God wills.

OUR HEAVENLY FATHER KNOWS BEST June 4, 2006 - PENTECOST - Genesis 11:1-9 * * * * * * * * * * Fellow-Redeemed and Saints in the Lord: Not too long ago there was a radio program in which the host would come out and say, "What do ya’ know?" The crowd always ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

The Heavenly Father – A Dad's Foremost Example

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 31, 2005

The gracious revelation of our God who sets for us the example of how to be a godly father.

“THE HEAVENLY FATHER – A DAD’S FOREMOST EXAMPLE” MATTHEW 3:17 1. He is a Father who is not ASHAMED of His Son. (v. 17a) And lo, a voice from heaven, saying, This is My Son Psalm 2:7; Mark 1:1, 11; 2 Samuel 7:14; Psalm 89:3; Matthew 21:37; Mark 12:6; Luke 20:13; John 1:29-34; 5:26; Romans 1:3; ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:17

Denomination: Baptist