Sermons on New Year 2026:

A New Heaven And A New Earth

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 24, 2019

A lot of our focus is the here and now, because we want to serve Jesus faithfully here and now. But John's picture of our future in Revelation 21 inspires us to keep the faith and fight the good fight, because we know what tomorrow brings!

November 24 Sermon - Revelation 21:1-8 - New Heaven and New Earth If you’ve been here for the past number of weeks I hope you’ve enjoyed the look we’ve had at the churches of the book of Revelation. I’ve done a quick rat-a-tat-tat practical overview of the lessons to those churches and to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-8, Romans 8:19-22, 2 Peter 3:10-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

23rd Sunday After Pentecost. November 16th, 2025. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 6, 2022

Year C, Proper 28.

Isaiah 65:17-25, Isaiah 12:1-6, Malachi 4:1-2, Psalm 98, 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13, Luke 21:5-19 A). NEW HEAVENS AND A NEW EARTH. Isaiah 65:17-25. “Behold,” says the LORD, “I create new heavens and a new earth” (Isaiah 65:17). The word for “create” is the same as in Genesis 1-2. But this is ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 65:17-25, Malachi 4:1-2, 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13, Luke 21:5-19, Isaiah 12:1-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

New Beginnings—it’s Not Clichés.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Sep 16, 2020

God waits to give us a new beginning, a fresh start. Maybe we're in the middle of a year, a hard year--the year 2020. However, COVD won't have the final say. God will.

New Beginnings—It’s Not Clichés. Lamentations 3:21-26NKJV Jeremiah was a man whose message of repentance was rejected, and despite his earnest prayer for his people, he was to witness the children of Israel being sold into slavery.. the city of God being destroyed and the Temple of the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:21-26, 2 Corinthians 10:4-5, Philippians 4:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

The New Heaven & The New Earth Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 26, 2014

1) The Appearance (Rev. 21:1), 2) The Capital (Rev. 21:2), 3) The Supreme Reality (Rev.21:3), 4) The Changes (Rev. 21:4-6a), 5) The Residents (Rev. 21:6b–7), and 6) The Outcasts from the New Heaven and the New Earth. (Rev.21:8)

On Monday evening at the Knesset, Israel’s Parliament, Stephen Harper promised Israelis that “through fire and water, Canada will stand with you.” The prime minister explained that his unprecedented and unmatched support for Israel is not about political calculation, but rather a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-8

Denomination: Other

Drawing Lines In The Sand

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Dec 26, 2010

The Incarnation of Jesus Christ drew a line in the sands of time. Jesus Christ is the separation of "old" and "new." As we celebrate His coming we also look forward to a new year and are encouraged to draw lines in the sand.

Drawing Lines in the Sand Philippians 3:13-14 Introduction: The Incarnation of Jesus Christ drew a line in the sands of time. The birth, life, ministry, death, and resurrection of Christ are the "turning points" in world history. It is interesting to note that the purpose of the BC / AD dating ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Past, Present, And Future

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jan 1, 2010

As we begin a new year, we need to consider looking back, where we were; looking inward – where we are; and looking ahead – where we are going. Paul in Philippians 3 provides us with an example of evaluating one’s past, present, and future.

Past, Present and Future Philippians 3:1-17 Introduction: As we stand at the door steps of a new year, we need to consider looking back, where we were; looking inward – where we are; and looking ahead – where we are going. Paul in Philippians 3 provides us with an example of evaluating one’s ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Examining The Dimensions Of Time

Contributed by Scott Delashaw on Jan 2, 2010

This message speaks to the past, present, and future. A good word for January.

* We enter a New Year, decade, and continue into a young century. * Time has past, present, and future tenses in our language but time has 3 dimensions in relation to our life. * As a christian we can utilize and benefit from a periodic examination of where weve been, where are and where we ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Bad News And The Good News

Contributed by Mark Beaird on Nov 8, 2000

Christian Victory

THE BAD NEWS AND THE GOOD NEWS © 3-2000 by Mark Beaird Text: John 10:10 n Many men would love to lead the life of Sean Connery. Tall, handsome, and dashing, Connery played the glamorous part of 007 in six James Bond movies. Connery travels the world to shoot movies in places exotic as ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Good News/Bad News

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jan 30, 2001

A devotional for young believers

“FOR I SAY TO YOU, THAT UNLESS YOUR RIGHTEOUSNESS SURPASSES THAT OF THE SCRIBES AND PHARISEES, YOU SHALL NOT ENTER THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN.” This may very well be the original “Good news/Bad news” line. Waddya want first? Good news, or bad news? The bad ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:20

Denomination: Orthodox

Bad News And Good News

Contributed by Rev. Roberto D. Abella on Oct 28, 2004

The Bible speaks of two principles operating in this world: 1. The principle of decay (destruction) 2. The principle of life (hope)

The Bible speaks of two principles operating in this world: 1. The principle of decay (destruction) 2. The principle of life (hope) I. THE BAD NEWS A. The whole creation has been subjected to decay and destruction (vs. 20, 22) B. Believers who are the firstfruits of the Spirit groan inwardly ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:16-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A New Leader For A New Time

Contributed by Anthony Hodge on Jan 12, 2003

This sermon is designed to encourage any leader who has assumed a new leadership role.

A New Leader for a New Time (Joshua 1:1-6) It’s never easy following anyone who has established him or herself as a proven leader. Whether this has taken place in the workplace, in athletics, or even the church, the same remains true. While it is a given that no two people are alike and no one ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-6

Denomination: Methodist

New Heavens And A New Earth

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 16, 2005

WE BELIEVE...and look forward to the perfect New Heavens and a New Earth that Christ is preparing for all people, of all time, who have accepted Him. We will live and dwell with Him there forever following His millennial reign on Earth. ’And so shall we f

WE BELIEVE...and look forward to the perfect New Heavens and a New Earth that Christ is preparing for all people, of all time, who have accepted Him. We will live and dwell with Him there forever following His millennial reign on Earth. ’And so shall we forever be with the Lord!’ 16. The New ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Good News, Bad News

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Sep 7, 2005

How can so much good come from something so bad? Amazing.

I’VE GOT SOME GOOD AND BAD NEWS Rom 4:25 25 Who was delivered for our offences, and was raised again for our justification. Mount of Olives-Praying not my will They came and took Him from the garden to a mockery trial They covered His face and slapped Him around They spit in His ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

New Wine, New Wineskins Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 23, 2015

What are we responding to? Is it Jesus as Lord or is it some human religious system? Is our behaviour going to help others discover the good news of Jesus Christ? Will it help us proclaim forgiveness of sins in Jesus’ name?

Most people dislike change. Some people think it’s a necessary evil; but evil nevertheless. But there are times when change is absolutely necessary; when the old ways won’t work; when the old ways will actually hinder the thing that’s coming. One such moment in time was at the ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

The New Heavens And The New Earth Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jun 28, 2012

What will eternity be like? What will it be like to live with God forever and ever? Chapter 21 tells us.

What will eternity be like? What will it be like to live with God forever and ever? Chapter 21 tells us. All the bad and negative things of this world are going to be conquered and destroyed. All the pollution, the ungodliness, the evil, all the suffering and pain, even death will be gone. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-8

Denomination: Baptist