Sermons on Past Present And Future:

Into His Presents

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Jun 5, 2021

Problems here on earth and in our lives are short in time compared to our time with our God.

Sermon Title: Into His presents. Scripture Text: 2 Corinthians 4:13- 5:1 We have plenty of troubles, personal and national , to keep us busy with worry and no sleep at night. These troubles even cause us medical problems. Things seem to be getting worse as time passes. Everything is ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Christmas Presents

Contributed by Rajkumar Pulla on Dec 8, 2009

Christmas Presents

We found out what our friend Grace wants during this time we call “Christmas.” We’ve learned that she wants either to go and be with the Lord or become stronger to the point where she can help others once again - NOW! We’ve mentioned Grace before. She’s an amazing 92-year old lady, who, up until ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 147:1-3

Denomination: Bible Church

This Present World

Contributed by Gino Cascieri on Oct 23, 2003

This sermon looks at “This Present World” that Demas forsook the Christian friendship and fellowship of the Apostle Paul for.

“This Present World” Text: 2 Timothy 4:10 Intro: This morning we want to look at “This Present World” that Demas forsook the Christian friendship and fellowship of the Apostle Paul for. Maybe you know someone who has done the same thing as Demas Left off going to church, serving God, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:10

Denomination: Baptist

Priorities For The Future'

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 4, 2024

'Priorities for the future' - Joshua chapter 23 verses 1-16 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Faithfulness (vs 1-3). (2). Hope (vs 4-5). (3). Obedience (vs 6-7). (4). Dependence (vs 8-10). (5). Love (vs 11). (6). Sanctification (vs 12-13). (7). Reverence (vs 14-16). SERMON BODY: Ill: • On Wednesday I felt old, • The reason I felt old is Penny and myself went to the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 23:1-16

Denomination: Brethren

Suffering Of The Present Series

Contributed by Chuck Hendrix on Feb 15, 2001

Coping is made esier with the right perspective.

SUFFERING OF THE PRESENT By Chuck Hendrix A farmer was driving his pickup with his dog in the seat next to him and a horse trailer in tow behind him. On a dangerous curve, the farmer was forced off the road by a large truck. A highway patrolman happened upon the accident and quickly assessed the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

From Fear To Faith By The Banks Of The Sea - Exodus 14:10-16

Contributed by Chris Layton on Sep 9, 2025

The Israelites, trapped by their past and present, found hope through trusting God’s power.
 And this is where find our future that God has planned for us.Trusting Him brings hope.


Introduction A few years ago, a woman received devastating news from her doctor. When she asked, “What can we do about it?” he replied, “All we can do now is pray.” Her response was telling: “Has it come down to that?” For her, prayer seemed like a last resort, not a source of hope. I’ve had ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:10-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Present Heaven Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 16, 2014

How and where do believes exist between their deaths and Jesus' Second Coming? (Material adapted from Daniel Overdorf's book, What the Bible Has to Say About the Church: Rediscovering Community; chapter 15 Eternally Worshiping, pgs. 386- 390)

HoHum: Begin by reading Luke 16:19-31 From Rick Kallstrom- A few years ago I preached a message on hell. After the service I walked to the back of the church to shake hands with members of the congregation as they left the church. One individual said to me, “Preacher, I never knew what hell ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:2-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Lord Is Present Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jul 9, 2022

In Ezekiel 48:34 we find a compound name of God. Jehovah-Shammah. The Lord is there. The Lord is present. The intimacy of the relationship between God and man is expressed in this name.

It was freezing cold outside and the furnace was broken. The repairman was called, and the furnace was fixed. It was an easy fix for the furnace repairman. The blowers were working but the fire was out. Once the fire was relit the furnace was working fine. Without living in the presence of God, as ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 48:35

Denomination: Baptist

Present Perfect Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Nov 24, 2022

God is always love, and I am to reflect him all the time, regardless of how people behave towards me.

Once upon a time, long long ago, in a galaxy far far away, that passage from Matthew changed my life. Well, it wasn’t another galaxy, exactly, but it was certainly another world. And it certainly feels like a long time ago. I started working for the Pillsbury Company over 40 years ago. But this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Present Perfect

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 11, 2011

Our behavior should reflect our relationship with the perfect God, rather than our relationships with imperfect people.

Once upon a time, long long ago, in a galaxy far far away, that passage from Matthew changed my life. Well, it wasn’t another galaxy, exactly, but it was certainly another world. And it certainly feels like a longtime ago. I started working for the Pillsbury Company over 30 years ago. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

You're Not Defined By Your Past PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Through God's unconditional love and the transformative power of Christ, we are offered a new life free from the chains of our past.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into a message that is near and dear to my heart, and I hope it will resonate with yours as well. It's a message of unconditional love, redemption, and the transformative power of a new life in Christ. As we explore 2 Corinthians 5:17, let us ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Topics: Past Does Not Define

The Future Goes Through Israel Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Sep 21, 2020

The future of the world will go through Israel as God promised but the future of the present Church Age which will soon end will go through Christians!

We continue our study of the “End Times” according to God. Although God wants us to note a bit our future, because anyone of us can die at any time, now is the time to know where you will go after you die; there are only 2 opposing places to go! If you don’t know where your soul will be when you ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:4-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Living Hope For Our Future

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Apr 8, 2021

Peter tells us that we receive Living Hope through the resurrection of Christ. What is this living hope all about?

A Living Hope for Our Future 1 Peter 1:3-5 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Peter's letter starts with a doxology. A doxology is a short hymn to praise God. Imagine if we began all of our conversations, whether written, oral, or electronic, with praise to our God? We would be invoking the Holy ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-5

Denomination: United Methodist

God’s More Interested In Your Future Than Your Past

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 8, 2025

“Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.” Isa. 43:18-19. Are we seeing what God wants to do thru us?

GOD’S MORE INTERESTED IN YOUR FUTURE THAN YOUR PAST Isa. 43:18-19 INTRODUCTION A. DO YOU KNOW YOUR TEAMS? 1. WHICH TEAM: CHIEFS OR EAGLES? a. Which team holds the NFL record for the loudest crowd-noise in their stadium? (142.2 decibels) Chiefs. b. Which team has the most “intense ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Does Easter Mean To You?

Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Apr 12, 2001

Easter means the Christian can have peace with the past, joy in the present, and hope for the future.

Sermon.969 Easter Sunrise Devotional: 2001 From the pulpit of Bayview Baptist Church, Columbia, SC "What Does Easter Mean To You?" What does Easter mean to you? Amanda Ward, age 7, of Nashville, Tennessee said, “Easter is when Jesus got alive!” The resurrection of Jesus is the most totally ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10, Isaiah 53:5

Denomination: Baptist