Sermons on Michael Heiser:

Distant Country, Better Country

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Dec 1, 2001

Funeral message for Michael Keys, age 36, whose parents requested a message from the parable of the Prodigal Son

In my study there hangs a reproduction of a sixteenth century map. My son gave it to me several years ago. He knows that I have always liked maps. I like to look at maps, study maps, even sketch maps myself. There is something fulfilling about seeing how things are laid out, how streets and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24, Hebrews 11:16

Denomination: Baptist

Be A Blessing To The Nations (Exodus 1:1-14) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Nov 20, 2021

An overview of the three main themes/promises of Genesis, with a transition to how Exodus shows God planning to fulfill his promise.

This morning we begin a new series on the book of Exodus. And I have to say, I'm excited about this. Just spending one week in Exodus was enough to make me incredibly happy. I think this will be interesting, and helpful spiritually. Now, I'm going to be up front about something. I ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 1:1-14

How Jesus Loves An Unloving Church (Revelation 2:1-7) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Dec 6, 2023

Answer: By "revealing" how he views them, and warning them, and giving them time to repent.

Let's start today by reading last week's passage, Revelation 1:9-20: (9) I, John-- your brother and partner in the affliction and in the kingdom and in the steadfastness in Jesus-- I was on the island called Patmos because of the word of God and the testimony about ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7, Psalm 82:1-8

God's Servants: Channels Of Golden Oil (Zechariah 4:1-14) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Feb 6, 2026

Most of what God does in the world, He does through his Spirit-empowered people, who are channels for his grace. A very high view of ministry; a very high calling.

Today, we have the privilege of entering into perhaps the most mysterious of all of Zechariah's visions. It's a passage where I feel like God opened it up to me in stages, and at each stage, I felt these bursts of pleasure and happiness. This is also a passage with rich symbolism-- but ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:1-14

End Times Warfare

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jun 25, 2009

Satan, the Woman/Faithful Israel, and the Lord Jesus are the characters along w/Michael the archangel as warfare in heaven and earth are seen

Revelation 12 Title: “They overcame him by the Blood of the Lamb” Text: Revelation 12:11 Theme: End Times Warfare Introduction/Illustration: Instances of War and Warfare in The Revelation I. The Woman/Faithful Israel vs. The Great Red Dragon/Satan [Part I] (v.1-6) A. The First Sign [The Great ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Angels: God's Heavenly Warriors, Pt. 3 Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Apr 14, 2006

The 4 classifications of angels, and info. on Michael, Gabriel, Seraphim and Cherubim. Link included to formatted text, handout, and PowerPoint Presentation.

God’s Heavenly Warriors, pt. 3 Col. 1:16 Because of the invisible war going on in the air around us between God’s Holy Angels and those who fell w/ Lucifer, the angels of heaven are organized into an intricate system of rank, position and authority. Let me first show you that as it concerns ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:16

Denomination: Baptist

God's Plan For Spiritual Misfits Series

Contributed by David Selleck on Oct 26, 2006

Second in a series of messages from Michael Yaconelli’s book "Messy Spirituality" God’s Annoying Love for Imperfect People.

Template Oct 8, 2006 Messy Spirituality Series 2 Felt Need: What is God’s plan for my life, why is this so difficult to figure out? Desired Results: Persons would hear the Good News of God’s grace and know that they are loved and empowered by the Holy Spirit. Message: God’s plan for Spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Methodist

God's Offer (Exodus 23:20-33; Jude 5) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 2, 2023

God's been setting up the framework for a new covenant with Israel. Having described what it means to obey God (Exodus 19:5), God now unpacks his offer-- What will God do for his people?

The past several weeks, while working through the Book of the Covenant in Exodus, we've seen God set out his expectations for how his people will live toward him, and toward each other. Some of these expectations have been straightforward rules. God has specific do's and don'ts for ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 23:20-33, 1 John 3:21-24, Romans 12:1-2, Jude 1:5

That All Will Acknowledge Yahweh (Exodus 6:28-7:7) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Dec 11, 2021

God's end goal for Egypt, and the world, is that all will acknowledge and revere Him. And our calling, is like Moses' calling. God does this through us. Bonus discussion of Exodus 7:1, a key passage for Mormons and Word of Faith movement.

Let's start this morning by rereading Exodus 6:1-13. This will help us get sucked back into the story, and I'll teach you a cool little thing about how biblical narratives work. (1) and Yahweh said to Moses, "Now you will see what I will do to Pharaoh, because with a strong hand ...read more

What Might Have Been

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on May 20, 2008

Look at famous failures (like Mike Tyson and Michael Vick) and Judas to see how we can avoid failure in our life.

WHAT MIGHT HAVE BEEN Luke 22:1-6, Mark 14: 17-21 He was a big man on campus, a quarterback with the speed of a gazelle, his moves left would-be tacklers holding a handful of air, an arm like a rocket launcher, and the looks of a model. He had it all… but then he went to the dogs. He found he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Disciplined Christian

Contributed by Grant Adams on Apr 22, 2020

Michael Jordan's mindset. It says genetics may determine the starting line, but hard work and discipline determines the finish line.

A Bible look at the disciplined Christian. If there ever was a need in our land today for discipline it is definitely today. 1. In our nation 2. In our home 3. In our school 4. In our church The life of Paul is a perfect example. 1 Corinthians 9:19-27 Discipline in the dictionary has several ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

A Proper Checkup

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Nov 7, 2011

This message was 'inspired' by Michael Catt's message "The Snare of Success" calling us to check ourselves about being ready for God to work in us.

Proper checkup 2 Chronicles 26 * Were I to ask, “How many here desire to leave a lasting impact, a legacy-if you will, of making an eternal difference in your family, friends, and the like,” I believe that more than 90% of us would say, “I do.” * Interestingly enough, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 26:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

The War In Heaven

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 27, 2014

If we know the battle plan of the enemy, and we know the eventual fall Satan will take from Heaven, this message asks the important question of us: "What are we waiting for to actually GO and make disciples?"

The War in Heaven Revelation, Part 17, Revelation 12:7-17 Introduction - One of the greatest indicators of our faith’s strength is our commitment to the church and to bringing others to Christ which is the Gospel ministry - The bible tells us that the times ahead will be difficult ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:7-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God’s Ideal In Marriage

Contributed by Joel Sumagaysay on Mar 17, 2013

This is the sermon I preached last 15th of March 2013, during the wedding of Michael and Allen at Filipino International Christian Church, United Arab Emirates.

God’s Ideal in Marriage Gen. 2:18-25 Genesis 2:18-25 (NIV) 18 The Lord God said, “It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him.” 19 Now the Lord God had formed out of the ground all the wild animals and all the birds in the sky. He brought them to the man to see ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Body Of Moses Series

Contributed by Jerry Smith on Oct 12, 2020

we are going to get into another teaching that is nowhere else in the Bible as we learn about the arch angel Michael disputed with the Devil over the body of Moses.

Tonight, we are going to get into another teaching that is nowhere else in the Bible as we learn about the arch angel Michael disputed with the Devil over the body of Moses. Before we get to verse 9, we need to pick up in verse 8. 8In the very same way, Links back to what he was just saying in ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:8-10

Denomination: Baptist