Sermons on Meaning Of Rapture:

Stages Of Life PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

Trust in God's unchanging nature and control over all life's seasons, even when our expectations need to be recalibrated.

Good morning, church family. We're going to dive into some deep waters today, but don't worry, we're not going it alone. We're exploring the wisdom of Ecclesiastes and the promise of God's unchanging nature and his control over all life's seasons. We're talking about the transitions we face in ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-9

Topics: Divine Control, Meaning Of Life

Is What Sounds Good Always Good?

Contributed by Robert Sickler on Jan 18, 2016

What pleases the ear is not always sound doctrine; yet, what pleases the ear is what people want to hear. What is sound doctrine regarding Jesus' return?

Illustration: What sounds good does not always end up being good. By the time the Nazis came to power in January 1933, the German people were totally fed-up with the incompetence and corruption of law enforcement under the Weimar Republic. Hitler, on the other hand, posed as a champion of law and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:29-31

Denomination: Christian Church

Numbers Is The Name Of The Game Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jun 27, 2011

God’s use of numbers is intriguing and to understand them is to better understand His word. This message was developed after reading Dr. Rogers & Dr. Merritt and is very helpful for study.

Numbers is the Name of the Game Revelation 1:4, 20 * Years ago schools embraced a simple form of education which was jokingly referred to as the 3 R’s of learning; reading, ‘riting, & ‘rithmetic. Remembering this reminds me of a story which my dad tells and declares to be the truth. In rural ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:4-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Ascension Of Elijah: An Exposition Of 2 Kings 2:1-12

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Feb 6, 2021

There is profound meaning in Elijah being taken up to heaven in a fiery chariot.

The Ascension of Elijah: An Exposition of 2 Kings 2:1-12 It has been said: “No one leaves this world alive.” Everyone knows what this means. Everyone is going to die. But what does one do with this knowledge? Some would turn the saying into “You only live once; so go for all the gusto you can.” ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-12, Mark 9:2-9, Acts 1:1-11, John 10:41, Malachi 4:5, 1 Corinthians 15:53, Luke 9:54, Mark 9:1, Mark 9:10-13, 2 Kings 2:1-2, 2 Kings 2:6-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Purchased Possession

Contributed by Mark Beaird on Nov 8, 2000

Rapture

THE PURCHASED POSSESSION © 1997 by Mark Beaird Text: Ephesians 1:11-14 In the eternal plan of God our salvation consists of more than the forgiveness of our sins so that when we die we will go to heaven. The plan of God includes everything from the saving of our souls to what Paul calls "the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:11-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Purpose Of Man Series

Contributed by Vince Miller on May 30, 2018

One of the most popular questions you will get from men is "What is my purpose?" This question plagues men of all ages but what is the answer? Clearly, God designed men with a purpose in mind. Discover in this lesson, the purpose of man.

I've got to tell you, one of the big questions that I get from men - hands down it's the most asked question - is, "What is God's purpose for my life?" It doesn't matter if I meet a man in his 20's, or in his 80's. Every man asks this question, "What is God's purpose for my life?" I think it's one ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Snatched Away Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Nov 12, 2023

A sermon showing biblical examples of people raptured in the Old Testament, the reasons for the rapture, and who will be qualified to participate in the end times rapture.

Snatched Away End Times Series- War in Israel CCCAG November 12th, 2023 Scripture- 1 Thess 4:13-18 Intro: Over the last several weeks we have been going over what the bible has to say about the times we are living in reference to what is going on in Israel. If you have missed any of those ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Genesis 5:21-24, 1 Thessalonians 5:9, 2 Kings 2:11, Jude 1:14-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Jewish Wedding Explained - Matthew 25.1-13_the 10 Virgins (Background) Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Sep 28, 2025

A Jewish wedding is a beautiful, symbolic ceremony filled with tradition. It reflects God’s covenant with His people and points prophetically to Christ and His bride, the Church.

2025.09.28.sermon notes.THE JEWISH WEDDING EXPLAINED - MATTHEW 25.1-13 William Akehurst, HSWC Scriptures: Matthew 25:1-13, 1 Corinthians 6:20, Luke 22:20, John 14:2-3, 1 Thessalonians 4:16, Revelation 19:7-9 BIG IDEA: A Jewish wedding is a beautiful, symbolic ceremony filled with tradition. It ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13, 1 Corinthians 6:20, Luke 22:20, John 14:2-3, 1 Thessalonians 4:16, Revelation 19:7-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It Mite Not Mean What You Think It Means (Mark 12:38-13:2) Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Jun 29, 2020

What was the point of the famous story of the “Widow’s Mite?” We are familiar with the story. Today, we’ll look at the context, and see how it could change everything you think you know about this story..

This week I get curious about what was considered “the most quotable movie of all time.” Because there are certain movie quotes that work their way into our regular vocabulary, and we find ourselves applying them to all sorts of different situations. “Houston, we have a problem” is like that. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

When Jesus Comes Down And The Saints Go Up

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Oct 19, 2013

The Rapture is coming (Power Point is available upon request)

1 THESS. 4:13-18 “WHEN JESUS COMES DOWN AND THE SAINTS GO UP” A) The coming of the Lord is the principle theme of both Thessalonian epistles! * In these verses, Paul assures the believers that their dead loved ones are safe with Jesus, and will come with Him in the clouds in the air. * He ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Seven Seals Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Nov 23, 2010

Revelation is a brilliant book. We have already seen how the letters to the seven churches affect both them in the first century, and the church throughout history to the end of the church age. The same is true with the entire book, and that is why we hav

Revelation is a brilliant book. We have already seen how the letters to the seven churches affect both them in the first century, and the church throughout history to the end of the church age. The same is true with the entire book, and that is why we have such differences in interpretation. The ...read more

Here Comes Jesus!

Contributed by Val Black on Nov 22, 2005

The next thing to happen in prophecy is for Jesus to come back to steal His Bride. Are we ready? Are your bags packed with the garment of salvation and a robe of righteousness? Is your lamp filled with the oil of the Holy Spirit? If so, youre ready.

In 1 Cor. 15:51 Pauls letter to the Corinthian Church it says, "Behold, I shew you a mystery; We shall not all sleep, but we shall all be changed. 52 In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trump: for the trumpet shall sound, and the dead shall be raised incorruptible, and we shall ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:51

Denomination: Charismatic

A Letter Of Encouragement- The Christian Hope Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 6, 2021

This is the 55th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 5th sermon from 1 Thessalonians.

Series: Action [#55] A LETTER OF ENCOURAGEMENT- THE CHRISTIAN HOPE 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 Introduction: I want to thank all of those who kept things going while Karen and I went to California to meet our newest granddaughter. It is very encouraging as your Pastor for us to be able to be gone ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Gone Without Warning

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Mar 24, 2012

Prophecy concerning the second coming of the Lord Jesus Christ

What We Believe: A recent Newsweek poll gauges Americans’ opinions on the Book of Revelation and end times: *36% believe the Book of Revelation contains “true prophecy,” while 47% say it is metaphorical. *55% think the faithful will be taken up to heaven in the rapture. *74% of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:15-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Maybe It Will Be Today!

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jun 1, 2020

A sermon on the Rapture.

“MAYBE IT WILL BE TODAY!” 1 Thess. 4:13-18 FBCF – 5/31/20 Jon Daniels INTRO – What are you looking forward to? Maybe in our present climate, you might say that you’re looking forward to this pandemic being over. Or that you’re looking forward to being back on campus for our corporate worship ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Baptist