Sermons on Markos 13:31:

Reading The Times Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Dec 1, 2008

Christians wait and watch for Jesus’ return. We know the season, but we don’t know the time, and we live in the paradox.

Mark 13:24-37 “Reading the Times” INTRODUCTION There is probably not a day that goes by that we don’t wait. We might wait for a train at Bell and Grand, or wait in a line at the grocery store, or twiddle our time away waiting to see a doctor. Waiting is a part of lives, even though none of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Denomination: Lutheran

Signs Of The End Of The Age, Part 2 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Sep 28, 2014

Mark 13 ends with 3 important principles to live by: 1) We can have total confidence in the certainty of God’s Word; 2) we are commissioned by God to preach and to teach His Word to all; and 3) we are to live life consciously and not complacently.

Signs of the End of the Age, Part 2 Mark 13:24-37 - Jesus is demonstrated in this book as a “servant” - Jesus’ teachings, while difficult for some to deal with, are always timely - We are looking at Jesus’ final teachings to His disciples -- His teaching is clear, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Keep Awake!

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Nov 26, 2011

First Sunday in Advent, Year B

Mark 13: 24 – 37 / Keep Awake! Intro: My cousin Leonard and his wife, Wanda live within 20 ft. of a set of railroad tracks. When visiting them one evening for dinner, a train rushed by shaking the whole house. I was ready to lung for cover under the table; but, Leonard and Wanda just sat ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:27-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Advent: Stand Guard!

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Nov 27, 2011

May we remember to ’stand guard’ and ’stay alert’ in not only mind, heart and soul, but in the way we live out our faith.

“HAPPY NEW YEAR!” YES, TODAY IS THE BEGINNING OF A BRAND NEW YEAR…FOR THE CHURCH. THE FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT MARKS THE BEGINNING OF A NEW SEASON. ALONG WITH THE DAWNING OF A NEW SEASON AND NEW YEAR COMES THE ANTICIPATION OF STARTING FRESH, STARTING OVER, MAKING CHANGES AND EXPECTATING BETTER DAYS ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Promise Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Dec 12, 2011

Jesus promises to return someday and fully establish God's kingdom. Jesus always keeps his promises.

Mark 13:24-37 “The Promise” INTRODUCTION Occasionally, the local news programs will feature the homecoming of some of our deployed troops. I especially like it when their return is a surprise. An Army sergeant returned home recently. He surprised his daughter at her school. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Denomination: Lutheran

Signs Of The End Of The Age Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Oct 17, 2011

Signs of the end of the age. (Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OIUTLINE: (1). There will be false messiahs (verse 5-6) (2). Their will be wars (vs 7-8a). (3). Their will natural disasters (vs 8). (4). Their will persecution (vs 12-18). (5). Their will be destruction in Jerusalem (vs 14-20) SERMON BODY: Ill: • A friend once asked Isidor I. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:1-31

Denomination: Brethren

Living In Light Of The End

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 4, 2014

As we approach the time of the end, Jesus calls us to be aware of the signs and be alert to His coming.

To start a discussion on core values, a youth pastor in Saskatchewan, Canada, asked his youth group: “What would you do if your doctor told you that you had only 24 hours to live?” The students talked about being with friends and family, and the discussion seemed headed in the right ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:1-37

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Last Things Series

Contributed by Tim White on Mar 19, 2014

The 13 chapter of Mark teach us so much about how things will end.

• The second coming of Christ is one of the most important doctrines of Christianity. • Yet today some Christians look at it as optional, not as important as topics concerning day to day living. • Biblical prophecy provides some of the greatest encouragement and hope available to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:1-37

Denomination: Baptist

Tomorrows Good News

Contributed by John Gullick on Dec 4, 2014

A sermon that talks about how to live given that Jesus is coming again

Mark 13:24-37New International Version (NIV) 24 “But in those days, following that distress, “‘the sun will be darkened, and the moon will not give its light; 25 the stars will fall from the sky, and the heavenly bodies will be shaken.’[a] 26 “At that time ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Horrifying Words For The End Days Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Feb 19, 2014

Jesus completes His description of the Last Days

Mark 13:14-37 Horrifying Words for the End of Times Introduction – America has become famous for its warning labels. Some are helpful and urge caution concerning some hidden dangers or possible side effects of certain products. Others, however, seem obvious if not downright absurd. Consider ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:14-47

Denomination: Baptist

No One Knows Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Nov 30, 2023

We don't know when Jesus will come back, so we need to stay alert and ready. We should live confidently and share the gospel with others while we wait for His return.

What's your favorite mystery movie or book? (Spend a few minutes going around the room and calling on students who have a movie or book and ask them why they like it so much. If you have time, talk about your favorite mystery movie and why you love it.) Let's talk about a real-life mystery. This ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Topics: Second Coming, Biblical Prophecy, Spiritual Readiness, Eternal Life

Good News For Bad Times, Part 2 (Mark 13) Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Jul 21, 2020

Dealing with the most important question from Mark 13: when Jesus comes, will you be ready?

Good morning! Please turn in (or on) your Bibles. We are continuing with Part two of a message we began last week, called Good News for Bad Times. If you missed it last week, I would encourage you to go back and listen to it. But let me just recap where we’ve been so far. We talked about the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:14-37

Denomination: Baptist

When Christ Comes In Victory (Advent 1, 2017).

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 14, 2020

In our world, there are rivaling kingdoms! The world’s darkness rivals the light of Christ, His light and His truth with what is counterfeit.

WHEN CHRIST COMES IN VICTORY Text: Mark 13:24-37 “ The story is told about one of the episodes of the French Revolution. A “… maddened crowd burst into one of the picture galleries of Paris, intent on devilry, destruction and death, they paused irresolute on the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Denomination: United Methodist

"you Ain't Seen Nothin' Yet!" Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 20, 2019

Jesus often utilized shock therapy to get His followers attention then drive home a pungent point. Signs of the times in this the 21st Century ought to shock Christians into getting ready with a watchful eye.

GOOD NEWS PRESENTED BY MARK Study of the Gospel According to Mark As you read Mark, be aware that you are reading the very first written account of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:1-37

Jesus Is Coming

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Dec 5, 2019

Advent is a season of preparation for the Christmas season. It is a time to reflect on the coming of the Christ child but also about the soon second coming of Jesus Christ.

Jesus is Coming Isaiah Mark13:24-37 Introduction- Prayer- Advent is the four weeks before Christmas and I believe is designed to slow us down and help us prepare ourselves for Christmas. We are to (celebrate with enthusiasm) the Birth of our Savior Jesus Christ. Nothing wrong with present ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Denomination: Nazarene