Sermons on paradise: showing 391-405 of 5,156

The Root And The Fruit Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 10, 2011

If I’m not saved by works (Ephesians 2:8-9), why is it that the Rich man in Luke 16 and the Goats in Matthew 25:31-46 went to hell because the DIDN’T DO good works? That doesn’t make any sense... or does it?

A Sunday School teacher had spent a great deal of teaching her young class about the fact that doing “good works” could not buy them a place in heaven. To drive home her point she asked her class, "If I sold my house and my car, had a big garage sale and gave all my money to the church, would I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Body Of Christ – Part Iii Series

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Mar 11, 2016

As we unpack Ephesians chapter four, verses 7 through 12, we are going to answer some very important questions about Christ’s gifts to the church:

Last time we learned that God has great regard for His Church. The church is the Body of Christ. Believers are the ecclesia, and are the “called out ones”. Christians are called out from the world, called out of darkness into the kingdom of God's dear Son. Jesus has a relationship ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Islam- Submission To Whom?

Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 1, 2001

Comparing Christianity to Islam, Jesus Christ to Mohammed.

Sermon for 10/28/2001 Submission to Whom? Colossians 2:8 Adapted from an outline on Pastor’s Pastor Introduction: A. David Brown- What’s going on? The sidewalks are swarming with excited children masquerading as every imaginable creature and character. There is Batman and the Joker, Wonder ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:4-10, 1 John 4:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Christ Vs Mohammand

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Aug 20, 2005

Compares the Christian Faith to Islam

This sermon was taken from a number of sermons on the subject of Islam Grace vs Works Colossians 2:4-10 Introduction: A. I want to tell you about a true nightmare that happens every day! B. A person dies and is taken up to the Great Throne Room to be judged. C. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:4-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Seven Words From The Cross

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Apr 14, 2017

A Good Friday sermon.

FIRST WORD: “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.” Luke 23:34 I don’t suppose you’re surprised to hear Jesus forgive. That’s what he came to do. It was his mission just as a UN peacekeeper’s mission is to keep the peace, not stir up trouble. But what did Jesus mean: “…forgive ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34, Luke 23:43, John 19:26, Matthew 27:46, John 19:28, John 19:30, Luke 23:46  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Lutheran

Where Are You?

Contributed by Nickolas Kooi on Jun 7, 2018

This sermon examines God's question in Genesis 3:9: "Where are you?" It looks at where are Adam and Eve in relation to God. It looks at where we are, and where God can be found. This sermon also uses the analogy of Hide and Seek to advance the thought.

For some reason, it seems that every kid loves the game, “Hide and Seek.” My siblings have always enjoyed it. My cousins have always liked it, and it is one of my nephew’s favorite games. The children of my friends always want me to play it with them as well. Kids love to hide, and then to be ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:8-15, Psalm 130:1-2, Psalm 130:7-8

Denomination: Lutheran

The Bounty Bible

Contributed by Ken Durham on Sep 6, 2005

The story of the Bounty Ship and probably the most infamous mutiny in history has some interesting aspects for us to consider today.

THE BOUNTY BIBLE 1. Introduction: Like most people, I was more or less familiar with the story of the Bounty Ship and probably the most infamous mutiny in history. But after reading “The Bounty Bible” from a devotional book called “On This Day” by Robert J. Morgan (reading shown in ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:6-13

Lesson 3

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 14, 2011

Explaining and learning the background behind many hard to understand Bible verses.

A. INTRODUCTION: WHY PEOPLE HAVE QUESTIONS 1. Demands a response: How is a question different from other English sentences? a. Confusion. Why does the enemy ask questions? “Has God indeed said you shall not eat?” (Gen. 3:1). b. Conviction. Why does Jesus ask a question? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:48

Denomination: Baptist

In Memorial

Contributed by Robert Dovenmuehle on Mar 27, 2013

A funeral sermon for Jesus of Nazareth, reflections of Nicodemus the Pharisee. A short Good Friday sermon

I want to thank you all for coming to my house tonight. I know that it was not easy for you to do so considering the horrible events of this day. I know that you fear the retribution of my fellow Pharisees and for you to bring yourself to the house of a Pharisee on this night of all nights ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Lutheran

The Rich Man And Lazarus

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 14, 2013

Death is the great leveler. Not all rich men go to hell, nor do all poor men go to heaven. It was how Lazarus lived his life before God, and how the rich man squandered his opportunities, that determined their differing destinies.

THE RICH MAN AND LAZARUS. Luke 16:19-31. It was against the Pharisees who were lovers of money that Jesus spoke the parable of the rich man and Lazarus. It is a sad story, which shows two men in quite different lifestyles in this life, and the fate of each of them in the life to come. 1. The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living Water

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 30, 2013

Healing, nourishment and power for those who come to Jesus.

LIVING WATER. John 7:37-39. As the water was poured out on the last day of the feast of Tabernacles, Jesus lifted up His voice in an impassioned appeal for His hearers to come to Him (John 7:37). He alone can supply spiritual water for the spiritually thirsty, and He holds it forth as a free ...read more

Scripture: John 7:37-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Criminal On The Cross

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Apr 18, 2019

Jesus was dying and would participate in the resurrection for one big reason - to take back and restore what had been lost with Adam.

The Criminal on the Cross Good Friday 2019 Picture of Cross standing in Notre Dame Cathedral Luke 23:32-39 NIV “Two other men, both criminals, were also led out with him to be executed. 33 When they came to the place called the Skull, there they crucified him, along with the criminals — one on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-39, 1 Peter 2:23, Luke 23:40-43, Genesis 3:23-24, 1 Corinthians 15:22, Romans 8:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Condition Is The Average Church Today

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Oct 27, 2015

What is your Church like today in this evil world?

WHAT CONDITION IS THE AVERAGE CHURCH TODAY Revelation 2: 1 Unto the angel of the church of Ephesus write; These things saith he that holdeth the seven stars in his right hand, who walketh in the midst of the seven golden candlesticks; 2 I know thy works, and thy labour, and thy patience, and how ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

What Will Heaven Be Like?

Contributed by Ken Ritz on Dec 30, 2005

Description of Heaven based somewhat on the book by Randy Alcorn

What Will Heaven Be Like? What do you think heaven will be like? A lot of people have a mental picture of heaven, Maybe they think of the Emerald City from the Wizard of Oz? Or Disneyland. In movies it’s usually set up in clouds somewhere, kind of like a fog bank, with angels sitting around ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Go To Hell!

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 19, 2002

An examination of the rich man and Lazarus helps us the understand the reality of hell and the fact that we don’t want anyone to go there.

Oct 29, 2000 Luke 16:19-31 ¡§Go to Hell!¡¨ INTRODUCTION A motorist was picked up unconscious after a crash, and was being carried to a nearby [gas] station. Upon opening his eyes, he began to kick and struggle frantically. Afterwards he explained that the first thing he saw was a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist