Sermons on highway to heaven:

Open Heaven

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Aug 2, 2008

A message about baptism and submission to the Lordship of Christ.

Dakota Community Church August 3, 2008 Open Heaven I want to begin by praying for the family and friends of Tim Mclean. My spirit is deeply grieved by the endless horrific examples of depravity that have resulted from the fall of man. 2 Peter 3:11 You ought to live holy and godly lives as you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Mennonite

Heaven Now Series

Contributed by Dan Neary on Jan 25, 2008

Third in a series of ten from Revelation, this brings us to Heaven in John’s second set of visions.

Last week I used the last few verses of Revelation 3 as our benediction: Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with [them], and [them] with me. 21 To [those] who overcome, I will give the right to sit with me on my throne, ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Treasures In Heaven

Contributed by Jeremiah Parker on Feb 23, 2008

Christ puts money in proper perspective.

Treasures in Heaven Matthew 6:19-33 I. Impermanence of Stuff (Moths, rust and thieves) a. Stock market crash: Oct. 29, 1929 Depression began in US and spread throughout the world. Rich folk were made poor overnight. People committed suicide. Jobs became scarce. “In Chicago, a crowd of men ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gates Of Heaven

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Feb 24, 2008

Jacob wrestled with issues of faith. Would he take the God of his father and grandfather to be his God? As Jacob was running from his brother Esau, God opened up to him the gates of heaven.

Introduction Look at story of Jacob’s dream- general sense/what is God saying/doing in the earth now, here at COTR. Jacob’s Dream Gen 28:10-22 Gen 28:10 (who were Abraham, Isaac, Esau?) Jacob- on a journey by himself, alone, apart from family, running for his life. Jacob- deceiver- facing the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:10-22

Denomination: Charismatic

Treasures In Heaven Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Aug 23, 2008

Part 15:Sermon on the Mount Series - Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth...but in Heaven.

The Great Commission Part 15 – Sermon on the Mount – Treasures in Heaven Pastor Bruce A. Shields House of Faith – www.PS127.org WELCOME INTRODUCTION TO SERMON † The Sermon on the Mount – The Beatitudes † We are the Salt, staying pure with God’s Holy Word † We are the Light, showing that Word to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24

Denomination: Bible Church

Heaven's Heroes

Contributed by Edwin Garvin on Sep 3, 2008

A look at the biblical definition of a hero

I want you to ponder for a few moments the heroes in your life… the heroes of today and the heroes of yesterday…. You can tell who kid’s heroes are by looking at two things, their T-shirts and their lunchboxes!! How to Recognize a Hero: Humility – Once Winston Churchill was sitting on a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Stairway To Heaven Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Dec 14, 2007

Christ is our stairway to Heaven, the NT fulfillment to Jacob’s ladder.

The Stairway to God Gen. 28:12 Scrip. Reading: Gen 28:10-22 INTRO.: Summarize the story of Jacob’s life. He was a schemer and a climber. Traits he evidently learned from his mother. Her scheming get him in trouble and he is now fleeing for his life from his brother. The stairway symbolizes his ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:10-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Sound Of Heaven Series

Contributed by Rodney Burton on Feb 21, 2009

The sound of Heaven is the sound of worship and the sound of recognizing the authority and glory of God.

n The sound of heaven is always a sound of joy, celebration and thanksgiving because it is there that you are truly in the presence of the Lord. n In many lives today, the common sound is the sound of complaining, the sound of confusion, the sound of despair or the sound of frustration. n We need ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Windows Of Heaven

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Mar 11, 2009

God opens the windows of heaven on our behalf. He has already done that on two major occasions and some day He is going to open the windows again.

The Windows of Heaven Malachi 3: 10-12 I LIKE WINDOWS. I wouldn’t live in a house without many of them. I wouldn’t want to work in an office or factory without them. Windows have two primary functions: to let light in and to let those who are inside see out. When I was a boy in grade ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:10-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

Almost Heaven

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jul 27, 2007

relates vacation to spiritual principles

“Vacation – 2007” July 29, 2007 My vacation this year seemed a little incomplete to me. Julie, Ben and Monica, and consequently all the grandkids elected to stay home for various reasons. That left me feeling a little alone – but the good news was that my mom and all of my brothers and sisters ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:2-4

Denomination: Holiness

Glimpses Into Heaven Series

Contributed by Todd Pugh on Jan 14, 2008

Second message looking at the reality or Eternity and joy of heaven.

Glimpses of Heaven Series: Driven by Eternity Sunday Sermon / September 16th 2007 Intro: Last week I shared my concern of many people’s weak, uninspiring and unbiblical ideas of Heaven. I told you this week we will look into the Bible so that we could look into Heaven. God has told us many ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-44

Denomination: Pentecostal

For Heaven's Sake Series

Contributed by Todd Pugh on Jan 14, 2008

God promises us rewards in heaven based on how we live for Him now. This is the third sermon on Eternity. John Bevere’s book, Driven by Eternity was used for this sermon.

For Heaven’s Sake!!! (Eternal Rewards) Sermon Series: Driven By Eternity Sunday September 23rd 2007 Intro: Last week I did my best to describe and excite you about what Heaven is like. How many here are really looking forward to Heaven? Do you want to know how you can make Heaven even more ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Heaven: #1

Contributed by William D. Brown on Nov 8, 2008

we all love to think about and talk about heaven, and that is where we that are saved are going one day, we believe the Bible & that is what we’re told in the Word of God

HEAVEN: #1 1ST. KINGS 8: 27-30 6-14-08 Today I want to bring a few thoughts on “Heaven” we all love to think about and talk about heaven, and that is where we that are saved are going one day, we believe the Bible & that is what we’re told in the Word ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 8:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

Consider The Heavens

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 15, 2008

A breathtaking pictorial tour of the universe that will convince atheists and encourage believers. From the first heaven [our atmosphere] to the second heaven [the cosmos] to the third heaven of God! Link inc. to cool PowerPoint slideshow, audio, text.

Consider the Heavens A breathtaking pictorial tour of the universe that will convince atheists and encourage believers. [this is a special PowerPoint message available for free on our website, below. The visuals are an absolute necessity for presenting and understanding this sermon.] See it ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:3

Denomination: Baptist

In And Around Heaven

Contributed by David Moore on Dec 9, 2008

This is a mid-week Bible Study on Rev 4, showing some of the sight and sounds of glory as the believer anticipates heaven.

Studies in Revelation In and Around Heaven Text: Revelation 4:2-11 Introduction: Following the rapture in 4:1 John makes it very clear where he is now located – vs 2 – “in heaven,” and that is where we are in this book for the next two chapters. These are exciting verses because they give us a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:2-11

Denomination: Baptist