Sermons on Prediction Addiction:

Spending And You Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 27, 2006

Money cannot buy happiness, but misusing it can buy gloom.

Spending and You: Theory (topical) 1. When a woman in my office became engaged, a colleague offered her some advice. "The first ten years are the hardest." "How long have you been married?" I asked. "Ten years," she replied. 2. Well, it is true that the first ten years typically are the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Will Be The Cost? Series

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 31, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Are you always counting the cost? Good, you make a good disciple. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show what it really cost us to follow the LORD JESUS CHRIST. IV. TEXT: Luke 14:28 (New International V

I. EXORDIUM: Are you always counting the cost? Good, you make a good disciple. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show what it really cost us to follow the LORD JESUS CHRIST. IV. TEXT: Luke 14:28 (New International Version) "Suppose one of you wants to build a tower. Will ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Desire And Discipline Series

Contributed by Jim Keegan on Apr 10, 2021

Gluttony is one of the Seven Deadly Sins, but we can broaden that concept to include overindulgence in general. And the need for self-discipline and healthy boundaries is as relevant an issue in our times as it has ever been.

1 Peter 5:8-11 A boy’s father bought a new lawn mower and told his son that he could keep half of the money if he sold their old one. So the boy posted an ad on the bulletin board at their local grocery store, and within a few days a prospective buyer came by to see it. ‘Does it run?” he asked. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8-11

Be Wise Parents Of Gen Z

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Jun 17, 2023

Raising children today is more complicated. When we were little, we lived in an era that was not much different from when our parents grew up. But today, our children live in a vastly different 'world' from when we were little.

Raising children today is more complicated. When we were little, we lived in an era that was not much different from when our parents grew up. But today, our children live in a vastly different 'world' from when we were little. We also compete with the world of entertainment, public ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-7, Proverbs 3:5, 1 Chronicles 29:19, Job 1:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Can We Know When Jesus Will Return? Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 31, 2011

While there is no way to name a specific date, Jesus gave three clues as the general time when we should be looking for his return.

INTRODUCTION A little boy came home from his first day in school. His mother met him and asked, “What did you learn today?” He replied, “Not enough, I guess. They want me to come back tomorrow.” In this message I hope you will learn the lesson something about the Second ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:32-35

Denomination: Baptist

Prophets And Prophecy (Part 1)

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Mar 23, 2020

All of us have the desire to know the future in order to be prepared for it. We want to be in control of as much of our destiny as possible, and not be at the mercy of events.

Prophets and Prophecy (Part 1) Old Testament Prophets Deut.13:1-5 ;Deut 18: 14-22; Jer. 23:23-32 All of us have the desire to know the future in order to be prepared for it. We want to be in control of as much of our destiny as possible, and not be at the mercy of events. Deuteronomy 18, along ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 18:14-22, Jeremiah 23:23-32, Deuteronomy 13:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Christ’s Return To The Mount Of Olives Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Oct 24, 2022

The capture of Jerusalem by Antichrist forces at the Battle of Armageddon will precede the momentous event of Christ's Second Coming. The Mount of Olives will split when he arrives there and a way of escape is made for the Jews remaining in Jerusalem.

Intro We are in the last chapter of Zechariah. Our text today will be Zechariah 14:1-5. This chapter provides details concerning the end-times that we have not yet seen. We have been given pieces of the end-time puzzle throughout this book. But Zechariah 14 brings us to the climatic return of ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 14:1-21, Revelation 1:7, Matthew 24:1-44, Zechariah 13:1-9, Romans 8:28-29, Acts 1:9-12, 1 Corinthians 13:9-10, 2 Chronicles 26:16-21, Jude 1:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

All Crystal Balls Are Broken To Begin With

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 6, 2025

One of the most durable principles of science is called the Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle.

Does the End Justify the Means? An elderly man in our congregation was preparing a suspension of psyllium powder and water to give to his wife. (For you younger folks, you can easily look up what this mixture is used to facilitate.) She made a face and a noise that left no doubt that she was not a ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:8, Psalm 37:27, Romans 3:8-9, Romans 12:21

Denomination: Catholic

Get Ready!

Contributed by Guy Caley on Dec 29, 2002

Jesus instructs his followers to be prepared for his return at a time when they don’t expect it.

On September 15 2001 President George W. Bush Speaking to the Nation from Camp David encouraged the American people to prepare themselves for a prolonged conflict we now know as the war on terror. And to the US armed forces he delivered a blunt, clear message: "Everybody who wears the uniform: Get ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Mystery Hidden For Ages

Contributed by David Anderson on May 5, 2001

The many mysteries of Old Testament prophecies come together pointing to Jesus as Messiah.

Sermon: "Mystery Hidden for Ages Past" 2 Sam. 7:1-11,16; Ro. 16:25-27; Luke 1:26-38 + + + Listen again to these fascinating words inspired upon the lips of the Apostle Paul by the omniscient Holy Spirit: 25 Now to him who is able to establish you by my gospel and the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:25-27, Matthew 1:18-23

Denomination: Lutheran

"It's Time To Stop Staring At The Clouds"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on May 15, 2012

A sermon about the Ascension.

“It’s Time to Stop Staring at the Clouds” Acts 1:1-11 The two men in white robes asked the disciples kind of a strange question, did they not: “why are you standing here looking toward heaven?” But, if you saw Jesus rising into the clouds, wouldn’t you look ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

You Are The Church

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 13, 2016

The gates of hell will not destroy this church. Jesus said that in Matthew 16:18. When he said that, he was not talking about a building. He was talking about the people, because people are the church.

Intro I’m going to utter a prophecy. The gates of hell will not destroy this church. Jesus said that in Matthew 16:18. When he said that, he was not talking about a building. He was talking about the people, because people are the church. Goal Let’s learn that real estate is not the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Sun Shall Be Turned To Darkness

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 21, 2017

There will be a total solar eclipse today? Will it be the end of time?

The Sun Shall be Turned to Darkness Joel 2:28-32 This morning, I am writing this sermon in a coffee shop waiting for the great total eclipse of 2017. At this location, it will be total for a few seconds. Everyone is mixed with both a sense of excitement and well as fear. Eclipse viewing glasses ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:28-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"all I Want For Christmas Is A Savior” Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Dec 19, 2017

A perspective of the OT prophets. They waited for centuries before this would be fulfilled.

“All I want for Christmas is a Savior” Micah 5:1-2 and Isaiah 7:14 It is hard to imagine that Christmas is now just three weeks away. Three short weeks. It’s that time of year when people start asking the question-hey-what do you want for Christmas and someone may respond by saying “well, all I ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:1-2, Isaiah 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

Who Are The Kings From The East? Series

Contributed by Larry Hinkle on Oct 22, 2019

This message seeks to expose and reveal the mysteries of apocalyptic images right before the Second Coming of Christ. it challenges believers to be faithful, focused and unflappable in light of the Return of Christ.

Best life practices, most solid advice, came from my time as a boy Scout … Scout motto is be prepared, and its always worthwhile to observe some timeless codes of conduct, especially practices like: thrifty, clean, brave and reverent, they are go-to principles when the future looks uncertain. I ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 16:12-16

Denomination: Methodist