Sermons on Heavenly Treasures:

Leaves For The Healing Of The Nations

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Jul 9, 2017

In John's description of heaven, he saw the river of life, and on either side of the river was the tree of life, and the leaves of the tree were for the healing of the nations. Healing in heaven? From what? Illness? Injuries? And nations in heaven?

LEAVES FOR HEALING I. Afterlife – almost universally believed in Belief in the afterlife is common to practically all peoples of the earth. • Some American Indians called it the “happy hunting ground” • Ancient Judaism accepted the idea of life beyond physical death, but with little grasp of what ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:1-2, Hebrews 11:9-10, Galatians 3:28, Genesis 26:4, Isaiah 53:5, 1 Peter 2:24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Laodicea: Wealthy And Yet Bankrupt

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 16, 2020

The church in Laodicea enjoyed financial prosperity and the finer things in life. However, Jesus saw a church that had succumbed to complacence and apathy. They were wealthy, but facing spiritual bankruptcy.

Laodicea – Wealthy and yet Bankrupt Revelation 3: 14-22 Today we come to the seventh and final church Jesus addressed in the book of Revelation. The church in Laodicea had been heavily influenced by the culture in which it was situated. The people there were very wealthy, creating an attitude of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Baptist

Advent Candlelighting Liturgy

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Nov 30, 2019

liturgy for lighting of each of the candles in the Advent wreath

As the season of Advent approaches, I am re-posting an Advent Candlelighting liturgy. . . Blessed Advent! Advent Candlelighting Liturgy First Sunday in Advent Leader: Lord our God, we praise you for your Son, Jesus Christ. He is Emmanuel, the hope of all peoples; he is the wisdom that teaches ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20, Isaiah 9:2, Isaiah 9:6, John 3:16-18, Luke 1:46-49, Isaiah 9:6-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Episcopal

Dead To The World

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Nov 11, 2019

During the Last Supper, Jesus tells disciples that they are not of this world. And in the epistles, we see that Christians are dead to sin. In this message, we look at what it means to be dead but spiritually alive.

Dead To The World Let’s open with John 18:36. Jesus has been arrested and is being questioned by Pilate. “Jesus answered, My kingdom is not of this world: if my kingdom were of this world, then would my servants fight, that I should not be delivered to the Jews: but now is my kingdom not from ...read more

Scripture: John 18:36, 1 Corinthians 2:12, John 15:19, Romans 6:1-2, Romans 6:7-8, Ephesians 2:5-6, Romans 6:11, Colossians 3:1-4, 1 John 3:1-2, Matthew 18:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Christmas Story - Part 3 - Days 14-22 Series

Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Dec 7, 2020

This series gives a thought for each day taking us through the events of the birth and early life of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Part 3 includes Days 14-22

DAY FOURTEEN When Jesus was born in Bethlehem, a star appeared in the sky. Wise men in the east saw the star. They knew the Scriptures and the meaning of the star. There shall come a Star out of Jacob, and a Sceptre shall rise out of Israel. Numbers 24:17 They prepared for their long journey ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:52

Denomination: Baptist

Come Boldly To The Throne Of Grace...

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 21, 2022

We are called to draw nearer to God... When one door closes another will open... just wait. Let us look at how Jesus invites us TO COME UNTO HIM.

COME BOLDLY TO THE THRONE OF GRACE… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Hebrews 4:16 Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need. WE ARE A PRODUCT OF OUR DAILY CHOICES. WILL WE COME CLOSE TO GOD… I ...read more

Scripture: James 4:8, Hebrews 4:16, Matthew 11:28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Defined By Days.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jun 14, 2022

I know that you would agree with me, there are days. Then there are days that define the rest of your life. Some follow a predictable path, like the middle isle of a church on your wedding day. Others are as unpredictable as a blind date.

Defined By Days. John 2:1-5NIV I know that you would agree with me, there are days. Then there are days that define the rest of your life. Some follow a predictable path, like the middle isle of a church on your wedding day. Others are as unpredictable as a blind date. Either way you aren't ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-5, John 14:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Becoming Humble Churches (1 Corinthians 4)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 15, 2021

Paul suggests that though we don’t look to men, we ought to be humble, love and respect the faulty ministers over us in the Lord as we look to what God is doing.

Paul suggests that though we don’t look to men, we ought to be humble, love and respect the faulty ministers over us in the Lord as we look to what God is doing. 1 Cor 4:1-5 Ministers of Christ 1 Corinthians 4:1 Let a man so account of us, as of the ministers of Christ, and stewards of the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"To Whom Shall We Go?”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Aug 11, 2021

Memories are precious; they keep us connected. Jesus is the Bread of Life. We are to remember Him and His sacrifice for us. We are to particiapate in His Holy Sacrament. (illustrations) Peace treaty on USS Mo. a story "The Tale of the Tardy Oxcart"

In Jesus Holy Name Pentecost XII August 15, 2211 Text: John 6:68 “To Whom Shall We Go?” Many shopping malls have within their walls a store called Things Remembered, which offers items that can be engraved to commemorate special occasions. If you have received such a gift, you ...read more

Scripture: John 6:51-58, John 6:35-43

Denomination: Lutheran

Trusting Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 14, 2021

It can be a wild ride. It can be unruly and unreliable. However, as we learn to tame and train our money the ride to financial freedom is worth it!

Buck Wild Pt. 3 - Trust I. Introduction I have mentioned that I loved Silver and Trigger on TV. I just loved horses in general. Here is further proof. This is me in 1971. I was 3 years old and my Granny Ely bought this rocking horse for me for Christmas. Now it would be outlawed because of all ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:3, Malachi 3:8-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Repentance - 3 Of 14 Series

Contributed by Russell Metcalfe on Jan 28, 2021

Repentance is more than turning away—it is turning to! Isaiah says: "Let them return to the Lord, for He will have mercy—and to our God for He will abundantly pardon!"

Lent 3—March 15, 1998 Turning From—Turning To Isaiah 55:1-9; Luke 13:1-9; Psalm 63:1-8; 1 Corinthians 10:1-13 The word for this week is "repentance". Last weekend there was a blizzard over the Midwest and storms in the south. We got four inches of rain here; but it was a near-disaster ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:1-9, Luke 13:1-9, Psalm 63:1-8, 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

Denomination: Nazarene

Daniel's Vision Of World History Part 2 Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 30, 2022

What we are about to see in the remainder of this vision is future prophecy that has not yet occurred. Beginning with verse 36, the king referred to in passage is the Antichrist who is to arise in the last days of human history.

Last time we looked at the first part of the vision given to Daniel and saw that the events in the vision have now already occurred in history. We stopped at Daniel 11:35. There seems to be a definite break between verses 35 and 36. What we are about to see in the remainder of this vision is ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 11:36-45, Daniel 12:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Why She Gave Series

Contributed by Scott Sutton on Oct 31, 2022

Christmas is less than 2 months away, in fact it’s only 56 days from today! I don't believe anyone would argue the fact that Christmas is the season of giving. Maybe you remember this book. It is one of the most popular fiction books ever written on the subject of giving at Christmastime.

It is called; "A Christmas Carol” written by Charles Dickens. The publishing of his book was hugely popular; its first printing of 6,000 copies sold out in less than three days, and that was back in 1843 on December 19th just 6 days before Christmas; that was without computers, television, not ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:38-44

Denomination: Baptist

How? Now? Wow!

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Dec 28, 2022

I believe that the angel Gabriel left Mary thinking at least three different thoughts: How? Now? Wow!

How? Now? Wow! Luke 1:26, 34-35NKJV One well-known Christian author, James Montgomery Boice, once documented some amazing things about Jesus’ virgin birth, sinless life and sacrificial death accomplished for mankind as an amazing sign of His love: Jesus endured a human ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26, Luke 1:34-35

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christmas In The Rearview Mirror?

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 28, 2022

Once Christmas is over, we usually pack up our decorations, lights, ribbon, dishes, Christmas tree, etc., and carry them to the attic for storage until next year. In other words, we put Christmas away. This isn't God's will; we should live it all year round!

CHRISTMAS IN THE REARVIEW MIRROR? Matthew 2:1-12 INTRODUCTION A. ILLUSTRATION 1. It was a few days after Christmas. A family was busy cleaning up and putting away the Christmas decorations. As they took down the Christmas tree, the son asked “what are you doing?” The parents said, “We’re putting ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God