Sermons on Populating Heaven:

The Great Reversal

Contributed by John Hamby on Jul 23, 2018

Esther 9:1 is a portrait of the reversal in the lives of God's people in Persia under King Xerxes.

“The Great Reversal” Esther 9:1-10:3 Tonight we finish the great story of Esther. It a rich book and I wish I could have done it justice. Esther was the young orphan girl; we grew up to be ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Decision Time Series

Contributed by Dennis Lee on May 3, 2016

From the Book of Revelation series, "Decision Time" looks at Revelation chapter 14. It looks at 144,000, the proclamation and work of the angel's sent by God to proclamation the gospel as well as the doom of Babylon and the coming judgment of the earth.

The Book of Revelation “Decision Time” Revelation 14 Years ago, I use to love watching “The Wide World of Sports.” What always got my attention though was the opening, especially when it illustrated the words, “And the agony of defeat” with a ski jumper ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:1-20

Denomination: Foursquare

The Revelation Of Jesus Christ – Chapter 6 Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on May 16, 2016

This is a verse by verse look at chapter six of the Book of Revelation.

The Revelation Of Jesus Christ – Chapter 6 We have already looked at: I. Things Which Thou Hast Seen – Rev 1 II. Things Which Are – The Church Age – Rev 2-3 III. Things Which Are To Come – Rev 4-22 A. The Throne Of God – Rev 4 B. The Seven Seals Book ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

2020 Vision

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jan 4, 2020

This was my message for the first Sunday of 2020 sharing what God had laid on my heart for the New Year.

It’s a brand-new year, a brand-new decade and a chance for everyone to have 2020 vision. As we were preparing to step over the line into 2020, I realized that I was now entering my fourth decade at Cornerstone. The nineties, Y2K to 2010, 2010 to 2019 and now the Roaring Twenties. And that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:16

Denomination: Wesleyan

Fatal Assumption: Exposing The Myth That Godly People Don't Suffer Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

Unjust suffering carried out with unwavering confidence in God produce unimaginable impact and blessing for you and others.

The South Pacific Islands called Vanuatu consists of four main islands with additional 80 islands surrounding these. Approximately 220,000 people live on the islands today. The islands are around 1,000 miles from Australia itself and were first explored by Captain James Cook. 450 miles long, the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:18-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Real Story Of Noah

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Apr 5, 2014

The Darren Aronfsky film NOAH has created interest in the Bible. This sermon compares the story in the film with the biblical account and provides a way to discuss the film with friends.

I went to see Darren Aronofsky’s “NOAH” last Saturday Night. Kim was away at the ladies retreat and when the movie was over, she sent me a text. “Was it true to the Bible?” I replied, “well, they did spell NOAH right!” That my friends is about where the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Revive Us Again Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Oct 13, 2021

There is nothing more powerful in sparking revival than a visitation from God! An outpouring of the Holy Spirit is born out of a season of prayer and repentance after having experienced some form of hardship or depraved condition.

In 1863, the Scottish medical doctor William P. Mackey wrote a song entitled, “Revive Us Again.” Some of the lyrics of this well-known hymn declare, “Revive us again! Fill each heart with thy love. May each soul be rekindled with fire from above. Hallelujah! Thine the glory! Hallelujah! ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 80:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

In Control Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Oct 19, 2021

No matter what trial or terrible event or test or happenstance we must endure, Jesus calls us to be faithful to the end because He is in control.

ESSENTIAL KING JESUS: IN CONTROL MARK 13:13 #kingjesus USE AUDIO BIBLE: Mark Chapter 13:1-37 [5:08] https://www.biblegateway.com/audio/mclean/esv/Mark.13 INTRODUCTION… https://academicinfluence.com/inflection/influence/most-controversial-topics-today [adapted] Controversy is a prolonged public ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:1-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The New Birth

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Nov 24, 2022

Millions of people consider themselves to be Christian. Many believe they have converted to Christianity, but is that the case? Just because some may call themselves Christian and have their names written on a church membership list, does that guarantee that they are converted Christians?

The Truth about Conversion India has six major religions – Hinduism, Islam, Jainism, Buddhism, Christianity, and Sikhism, where Hindus form 80% of the population and others are minorities. There are also States in India with majority populations of other religions like in J&K, where we have a ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-6, John 1:12-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Christian Perspective Of War And Peace

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Mar 9, 2003

1. We must face the reality of evil in the world. 2. God has given governments the responsibility for the restraint of evil in the world. 3. If war becomes necessary, it must be done justly.

The United States is in the middle of a great conflict. There is a civil war of words that is not always so civil. On the one side there are those who believe it would be immoral for us to go to war, and on the other side are those who believe that there is justifiable cause. Demonstrations are ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

Why The Jews? Pt. 2

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Dec 3, 2004

6 reasons why the land of Israel belongs to the Jews. Learn why the word "Zionism" or "Zionist" is such a hated word today. America has blessed the people of Israel for over 200 years now and why is that so important?

“Why The Jews?” Pt. 2 Zechariah 8 In 518 B.C. the prophet envisioned a day when Zion or Israel would be a place of: · The return of God’s passion. Vs. 1-3 · The repentance of God’s people. Vs. 4-8 · The reliance on God’s prosperity. Vs.12 · The realization of God’s Promise. Vs. 13 Well this ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:3-13

Denomination: Baptist

How To Make Sure Your Faith Shows

Contributed by Monty Newton on Aug 29, 2010

The Christian life is something we do. We express our faith in how we live.

Title: How to Make Sure Your Faith Shows Text: Hebrews 13:1-6 Thesis: The Christian life is something you do. We express our faith through how we live. Introduction: I was listening to a well known broadcasting personality going off on how we should not let anyone tell us what to think or ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Visible Grace Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Nov 23, 2007

I preach expository messages, and this is the 21st in my series on the Book of Acts.

“Visible Grace” Acts 11:19-30 October 28, 2007 Table Talk What are some things that we can’t see, feel, hear, smell, or taste, and yet we know are real? How do we know these things are real? Before we plunge headlong into today’s text, let’s take a few moments and set ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-30

Denomination: Evangelical Free

O Little Town Of Bethlehem

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 7, 2008

This was written for the second week in Advent and focuses on the differences that the events in Bethlehem made in the lives of some

Wow, the second week of Advent, and as we were reminded earlier the second candle to be lit on the advent wreath is the Bethlehem candle. And it brings our focus to bear on the town of Bethlehem, the birth place of Jesus. We sing about it in Little Town of Bethlehem and Once in Royal David’s City ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-6

Denomination: Wesleyan

Our Pledge Of Allegiance

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jul 1, 2018

America’s forefathers made a bold declaration, paid a high cost and reaped a great reward. Likewise, Christians do the same thing in their allegiance to God. This July 4th sermon compares the patriots and believers' declarations.

Our Pledge of Allegiance July 4th Sermon July 1, 2018 [PowerPoint or ProPresenter presentations are available for this sermon upon request by emailing chucksligh@hotmail.com.] Adapted from a sermon by Steve Malone. TEXT: Joshua 24:15 – “And if it seem evil unto you to serve the LORD, choose you ...read more

Denomination: Baptist