Sermons on heavenly essence: showing 166-180 of 46,167

Living By Faith In A Heavenly Country Series

Contributed by Thomas Fortini on Aug 19, 2020

Living by faith is not about the here and now, but the hereafter!

Hebrews 11:13 All these people were still living by faith when they died. They did not receive the things promised; they only saw them and welcomed them from a distance, admitting that they were foreigners and strangers on earth. 1 4People who say such things show that they are looking for a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:13-16

Heavenly Portals Or Potholes To Hell?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Apr 28, 2020

There has been a dramatic increase in the number of those who say they are experiencing angelic visitations as a result of open heavenly "portals"

NASA has used spacecraft to detect energetic particles and magnetic openings in the Earth's magnetosphere. They are known as 'X-points' or electron diffusion regions where the magnetic field of Earth connects to the magnetic field of the Sun, creating an uninterrupted path leading ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14, Proverbs 8:32-36, Genesis 28:12, Genesis 28:15, John 1:51, John 14:6, Joel 2:28-29, Psalm 24:7, Psalm 141:3, Psalm 78:23, Revelation 4:1-2, Luke 8:17, 1 Timothy 4:1-2, Ephesians 5:11, 2 Timothy 3:16, 1 Thessalonians 5:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Wise Are You? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 13, 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

Offering Praises To Our Heavenly Father PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 26, 2023

Explores God's mighty power, grace, and nearness, encouraging us to manifest His love and faithfulness in our daily lives.

Welcome, dear family of faith, to this gathering of hearts and minds under the all-encompassing umbrella of God's love. We are here today, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are brought together by a common bond – the unchanging and unfathomable love of our Heavenly Father. In the words ...read more

Topics: God's Watchfulness, Fulfilling Desires

Blessed Trinity, God In Three Persons

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Jun 11, 2014

The first Anglican Article of Religion states: "There is but one living and true God. There are three persons, of one substance, power and eternity; Father, Son and Holy Spirit." God in three persons blessed Trinity.

For Those not familiar with an Anglican Service; there a four readings before the Message is shared. The Scriptures appointed for Trinity Sunday this year are: Genesis 1:1-2:4; Psalm 8; 2 Corinthians 12:11-13 and Mathew 28:16-20 A Jewish father was concerned about his son. He had not truly ...read more

Scripture: John 16:12-15

Denomination: Anglican

If Heaven Ain't A Lot Like Iowa

Contributed by Rev Ken Shedenhelm on Jun 20, 2013

The joy and love and peace that awaits us in heaven is beyond our imagination! It supersedes anything we have known on earth.

People often ask me about heaven. Will my grandpa and grandma be there? Will they be the same age- will they like the same things they like(d) on earth? How about my little poodle, "Itty Bit"? Will my pets and my friends be in heaven? From time to time, I am asked these questions and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:27-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Earthly Good Of Being Heavenly Minded Series

Contributed by Greg Buchner on Oct 11, 2004

It does have some earthly good to be heavenly minded!

“The Earthly Good of Being Heavenly Minded” Living with the Reality of Heaven and Hell Series I Thessalonians 5:1-11 (verses taken from NKJV unless noted) Wakelee Church ~ October 10, 2004 Theme: It does have some earthly good to be heavenly minded. Introduction - What if our faith didn’t ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Give Thanks To Our Heavenly Father

Contributed by Christopher Raiford on Nov 28, 2002

Thanksgiving Day sermon that focuses on the blessings of Christ as our only Savior from Sin.

Thanksgiving Day, 2002 James 1:16-17 16 Don’t be deceived, my dear brothers. 17 Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows. Give Thanks to our Heavenly Father 1. For good and perfect gifts 2. For a good ...read more

Scripture: James 1:16-17

Denomination: Lutheran

From Heavenly Hurt To Healing Hearts Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Oct 19, 2003

Bringing people to repentance is tough work. God has a way, and it leads to salvation. Working through compicated relationship factors Paul shares a great success story here.

From Heavenly Hurts to Healing Hearts 2 Corinthians 7 What did it take for God to bring you to repentance? Right in the heart of this chapter we discover a great truth of God about repentance that leads to salvation. We’ve been studying this letter of Paul to Corinth and have noticed how he ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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

Having A Heavenly Head On Your Shoulders Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Mar 13, 2004

Jesus gets tough on hypocrisy and worldly desires. All that stands in the way of the kingdom of God must go!

Does Jesus ever say things that make you mad? Sometimes when we get close to someone and there are disagreements, we get mad at each other. Does that ever happen in your family? Some things have to be said and done even when it makes for an angry response. Jesus knew when to be soft and when to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:1-59, Matthew 24:12-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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

"Heavenly Hosts..." By Dr. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Jun 7, 2005

My uncle used to say, "Just because a man takes his boots off to go wadin’ don’t mean he plans to swim the Atlantic." That’s smart. When it comes to Angels my advice is study the Scriptures. Let’s examine it together!

Have you ever felt like someone was watching you from a distance? Maybe, standing over your shoulder? It wouldn’t be the first time and it won’t be the last! The longer I live, the more I’m convinced Angels surround us all. Some way they are involved in the turning of this world as well as ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Swing Wide You Heavenly Gates

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on May 30, 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