Sermons on Imminent Return:

A Rush To Judgment Series

Contributed by J.d. Tutell on May 21, 2011

Paul returns to Jerusalem and faces the same type of misjudgments he had made earlier in life. In the face of such opportunity he takes the opportunity to share his testimony.

A Christian man owned a barber shop. One night, at a revival meeting, the barber felt greatly burdened to do more with his testimony for Christ. The next evening, the barber began attending a "soul winners class" at his church. He attended faithfully every night for two weeks. He rehearsed all the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 22:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Story 19 An Altar-Ed State

Contributed by Perry Greene on Feb 11, 2014

When the Jews returned from captivity the first item rebuilt was the altar. They renewed their worship of God as he took the initiative to restore them to their place in His Land.

1. CHANGING YOUR MIND Little Sarah was at her first wedding and gaped at the entire ceremony. When it was over, she asked her mother, "Why did the lady change her mind?" Her mother asked, "What do you mean?" "Well, she went down the aisle with one man, and came back with another one." Changing ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 1:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God’s Road To Revival

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 21, 2013

How can we get to revival? 1. Humble our hearts. 2. Put a priority on prayer. 3. Sincerely seek the Savior. 4. Return to righteousness.

God’s Road to Revival 2 Chronicles 7:12-14 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Jan 20, 2013 *Our revival with Marion Collier starts just one week from today, and we are praying for true, spiritual revival. But remember what “revival” means. *The Old Testament word ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Highway To Hell

Contributed by Nelson Emeonu on Jul 14, 2014

We are in the End Time. Many people are on their highway to hell as the Saints are waiting for the soon return our Master, Jesus Christ. There is a call for people to be ready and not be caught unawares.

HIGHWAY TO HELL Friend, You are welcome to, THE TRUMPETER. Remember, it is a moment we are sharing the UNDILUTED word of God, preparing the saints for the second coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. It's a moment we also look at the amazing facts happening in the world today and understanding them in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:16-21

Denomination: Anglican

The Secret To Greatness Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 12, 2014

We’ve been through the desert temptation, witnessed the calling of Matthew, the return of the Rabbi. . . This message takes us to about 14 days from the crucifixion.

THE SECRET TO GREATNESS Mark 10.32-45 Lenten Message April 6, 2014 Chester’s FBC, Chester, IL A We’ve been through the desert temptation, witnessed the calling of Matthew, the return of the Rabbi. . . 1 This message takes us to about 14 days from the crucifixion. a He’s ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:32-45

Denomination: Baptist

The Robbing Of God And Yourself

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 1, 2014

God gives us clear direction of what we should be doing with our money. Tithes and offerings is not giving to God, but returning to God what is already His.

The robbing of God and yourself Malachi chapter 3:6-3:18 Introduction- This morning I want you to take out your wallets and pocketbooks and hold them up. (Wave them) I would like the ushers to come and collect them. Just kidding, that would be terrible. That would be unacceptable. If someone ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6-18

Denomination: Nazarene

The Missionary Aspiration: Reaching Everyone

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 25, 2014

The Church must aspire to a necessary conversion so that our method and message is appealing to those who are in a sinful lifestyle, to return to Christ, convert themselves and be healed and reconciled.

Thursday of the 30th Week in Course Joy of the Gospel My wife was privileged to be the confirmation sponsor for a young lady this year, and her instruction to the girl was centered around this concluding passage from the letter of St. Paul to the church at Ephesus: “take the whole armor of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Catholic

The Gifts Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Doug Silvers on Apr 28, 2015

What can we expect from the Holy Spirit in return for our trust? There are great possibilities in what we can do with help from the Holy Ghost.

The Gifts of the Holy Spirit: Isaiah 11:1-5 When I began this week’s study, I have to admit that I went, “Yeah! This is week is going to be good!” because this idea has underpinnings that tell us of vast and great discernment about this world that we can tap in to. The ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

Christ Reasons With Us

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Jul 15, 2015

Jesus' comprehension forthright---from the first miracle---the beginning of God's business to save man, to the world's watch for his return was not a mystery to his mother, Mary.

CHRIST REASONS WITH US by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (July 13, 2015) "May be able to comprehend with all the saints what is the breadth, and length, and depth, and height;" (Ephesians 3:18, King James Version (KJV) [intensification]). Greetings In The Holy Name Of Jesus, My sisters ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:18

Denomination: Friends

Where Are The 9?

Contributed by Pastor David T. Diskin on Aug 6, 2012

Jesus healed 10 men, but only 1 returned to thank Him. When is the last time you thanked Jesus for something He accomplished in your life?

Pray. This morning I want us to look at one of Jesus’ many miracles recorded in the Bible. The last verse in the book of John says this, And there are also many things which Jesus did, the which, if they should be written every one, I suppose that even the world itself could not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:12-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Following God's Lead Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 18, 2014

In this second sermon in this series, we explore how Israel follows God's lead after King Cyrus gives them permission to return and rebuild the Temple of God.

Introduction: A. Many of us have our favorite songs. Maybe it’s a song that describes the theme of our lives or of our relationships. 1. Major league baseball now uses what are called a player’s walk-up song – It is used as a player heads to the mound or walks to the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Borrowed For A Time

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Oct 19, 2012

God has lent us this eternal life to carry within us until that which was borrowed is returned to Him. What are you doing with your borrowed time?

Borrowed for a Time The Burial of Jesus Matthew 27:57-61 57 As evening approached, there came a rich man from Arimathea, named Joseph, who had himself become a disciple of Jesus. 58 Going to Pilate, he asked for Jesus body, and Pilate ordered that it be given to him. 59 Joseph took the body, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:57-61

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Rebuilding The Temple: Ezra's Journey

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Aug 3, 2021

So now we talk about the return home. And we see two predictions made, by Jeremiah and Isaiah, old testament prophets being fulfilled here.

Last week we talked about how Israel was taken into captivity in Babylon. And during that time God continued to be with his people, even after they had failed him so completely. He worked through people like Daniel and Shadrach, Meshach and Abendigo. Daniel saw many dreams and visions, and even saw ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 1:1

Denomination: Salvation Army

Renew Nehemiah Pt 1 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 21, 2021

We need to follow the example of Ezra and Nehemiah who returned to Jerusalem by the direction of the Lord to rebuild, restore, rejuvenate the Temple, the Worship of God and to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem.

Opening focus and direction for message: Do you want to change the world? Video Illustrations: Clip 1: It all starts with a prayer: Evan prays and asks God to help him change the world – why because he was given a position of power and with that comes great responsibility to make a difference! ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Reconnecting With God

Contributed by Ivy Drafor Amenyah on Jul 9, 2024

We often move away from God without noticing it. We all need to return to Him, approach Him and reconnect with Him. This needs to be periodic

We often move away from God without noticing it. Let us return to Him, approach Him and reconnect with Him. God always wants us to be in close fellowship with Him, since the days of Adam in the Garden of Eden. Our sins keep moving us from Him. We often withdraw ourselves from Him in our mind (our ...read more

Scripture: James 4:6-10, James 1:6-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed