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Pretrib Rapture & Matthew 24

Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 4, 2024

A church member wrote asking about Matthew 24 – if the “rapture” is the same as the 2nd Coming. The 2nd Coming has two parts – the Rapture and 7 years later, the Visible Appearing of Christ to defeat the Antichrist and set up Millennial Kingdom.

PRETRIB RAPTURE & MATTHEW 24 Mt. 24-25 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A little 6 yr. old girl, Emily, complained, "Mother, I've got a stomach ache." She replied, "That's because your stomach is empty; you’d feel better if you had something in it." 2. That afternoon, ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Ultimate Overcomer Series

Contributed by Kevin Broyhill on Sep 24, 2024

As Christians, our greatest example of an overcomer is Jesus Christ Himself. In this message, we will focus on Jesus as the ultimate overcomer, understanding that because He has overcome, we too can walk in victory.

The Ultimate Overcomer: Jesus Christ! Revelation 1:9-18 Introduction: Cf. we have been learning what it means to be an “Overcomer” – not some super saint – SC emblazoned across their chest – saved you are an overcomer. 1John 5:4 – “For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world.” ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:9-18

Denomination: Baptist

Wedding Day In Heaven Series

Contributed by Kevin Broyhill on Sep 25, 2024

Psalm 45 is a magnificent song of praise, celebrating a royal wedding. Not just an earthly wedding; it’s pointing to a heavenly one. Let's learn what it means to love the One who first loved us.

Wedding Day in Heaven! Psalm 45 Introduction: Psalm 45 – is one of if not the most magnificent songs of praise and worship found in the 150 Psalms that made up the Hebrew Hymbook. Story Behind the Psalm: Don’t know who the human penman was that wrote Psalm 45… wants no glory for himself… ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Sealed? Preparing For The Final Judgment

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Mar 22, 2025

144,000 are marked—Today, this seal is not for a select few but for all who belong to Christ. The question for us is urgent: Are you sealed? As we explore God’s Word, let this truth anchor us: The sealed are saved, the saved are secure, and the secure live with purpose.

Are You Sealed? Preparing for the Final Judgment Revelation 7:4-8 Introduction: The Mark of Eternity Imagine a scene of cosmic urgency: angels poised to unleash judgment, yet God pauses to seal His servants (Revelation 7:3). In this vision, 144,000 are marked—a symbolic number representing God’s ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:4-8, Ephesians 1:13-14, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Esther 8:8, Isaiah 43:1, Exodus 12:13, Daniel 3:27, Ezekiel 9:4-6, 1 Peter 2:9, Revelation 7:9, Galatians 3:28, Matthew 5:14, Acts 9:1-5, Luke 14:15-24, 2 Corinthians 6:2, Matthew 24:42-44, Matthew 25:1-13, Luke 15:20, Acts 3:19, 1 Thessalonians 5:6-8, John 10:28-29, Romans 8:38-39, Job 19:25, Acts 16:25, Romans 8:39, John 10:27, Luke 15:11-32, Revelation 3:20, Revelation 7:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Like A Good Neighbor

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 1, 2025

Heaven’s mercy rescues us so that we may rescue others—turning strangers into neighbors and ordinary moments into living parables of grace.

Heaven’s mercy rescues us so that we may rescue others—turning strangers into neighbors and ordinary moments into living parables of grace. Texts: Keywords: Compassion Mercy Hospitality Grace Neighbor We’ve all heard the slogan: “Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.” It’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:16-18, Matthew 25:35-40, James 2:14-17, Titus 3:4-5, Luke 10:25-37  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Advent Week 3 - Joy - Luke 2:8-14 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Dec 14, 2025

True joy is found in the presence of JESUS - a joy the world cannot give, and the world cannot take away.

2025.12.14.Sermon Notes. ADVENT WEEK 3 - JOY - Luke 2:8-14 William Akehurst, HSWC (The Shepherd’s Candle) Forward- My Jewish Learning: Tonight is the first night of Hanukkah beginning at sundown and lasts until sundown on Monday, December 22, 2025. Celebration Activities • Lighting the Menorah ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20, Isaiah 9:2-3, Isaiah 9:6-7, John 15:11, Philippians 4:4-7, Nehemiah 8:10, Galatians 5:22-23, 1 Peter 1:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

David - God's Surprising Choice (1 Samuel 16:1-13)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jul 4, 2024

The choice of David to be the next king of Israel shows His Sovereignty in action, but also shows that He is a God of Surprises.

"NOW the Lord said to Samuel, 'How long will you mourn for Saul, seeing I have rejected him from reigning over Israel? Fill your horn with oil and go. I am sending you to Jesse the Bethlehemite. For I have provided Myself a king among his sons.' And Samuel said, 'How can I go? If ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13, Matthew 1:1, Acts 13:22, 1 Samuel 17:37

Denomination: Baptist

The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Abimbola Salu on Jun 24, 2023

“The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He makes me lie down in green pastures.

“The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. 3 He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake. 4 Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

He Paid A Debt I Could Not Pay

Contributed by Jim Brown on Feb 14, 2026

When someone does something for you that is so wonderful you can’t even believe it, you can’t help but get emotional. Some people get so happy they cry? Excited! Jump for joy! Give a big hug? Kiss your whole face!

He Paid a Debt I Could not Pay When someone does something for you that is so wonderful you can’t even believe it, you can’t help but get emotional. Some people get so happy they cry? Excited! Jump for joy! Give a big hug? Kiss your whole face! Have you ever been in a situation where you felt ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50, Matthew 11:28-30, Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

Acceleration & Execution PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023

The main point of this sermon is to emphasize the power of acceleration, the importance of executing God's plan, and the blessings that come from obeying the Lord, as demonstrated in the story of David's anointing in 1 Samuel.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into an incredible story from the book of 1 Samuel, where we'll discover the power of acceleration, the necessity of execution, and the blessing of obedience. Before we get started, I want to share a quote from A.W. Tozer who said, "To obey is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:12-13

Topics: Acceleration, Execution

The Overflowing Cup

Contributed by Norris Harris I on Jan 24, 2003

David tells us in Psalm 23:5 that he is experiencing the "Overflow." The "Overflow" is only experienced by those Sheep who have declared the LORD to be their Only Shepherd, and are seeking to bring every aspect of their life under the Total Lordship of J

"My Cup Runneth Over." Jesus said that one of His objectives for entering this time-space continuum, which we call Earth, was that we might have life on a permanent basis, and that we might enjoy the possession of living More Abundantly. Said Jesus in St. John 10:10, "I am come that they might ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:5

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From Innkeepers

Contributed by Scotty Killingsworth on Dec 13, 2001

God uses the lowly to teach us the best lessons on grace

SN121601 Lessons from Inn-keepers: Bible: Survey Beginning: Let’s all quote the two most famous words from the birth narrative we remember the innkeeper saying, “No room” Innkeepers in the Bible had bad reputations, e.g. hucksters. Innkeepers (persona non grata) were low on the social ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:30, Joshua 2:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Be-Attitudes - Part Iv Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on May 17, 2002

Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness.

Matthew 5:6(NIV) Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, they will be filled. What does it mean to "Hunger and Thirst?" Hunger and thirst really serve as the body’s notification system for critical systems. When we hunger or thirst, our body is letting us know of our critical ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Christ In Your Life

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Nov 24, 2002

Christ has the power to significantly change your life.

The Power of Christ Isaiah 61:1-3 Jesus said, “All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. (Matthew 28:18) For though he was crucified through weakness, yet he liveth by the power of God. (2 Corinthians 13:4) Here in Isaiah 61 we see a prophecy of the coming Messiah. It speaks of the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 61:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

255 - Power Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Joel Vicente on Apr 19, 2003

What does the "Cross of Christ" represent to us today? Discover 5 "power purposes" for the Cross.

Sermon Study #255 - POWER OF THE CROSS Key Scripture: (1 Cor 1:17-18) For Christ did not send me (Paul) to baptize, but to preach the gospel--not with words of human wisdom, lest the cross of Christ be emptied of its power. (18) For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-18

Denomination: Baptist