Sermons on Prepares:

Prepared And Ready

Contributed by Richard Tow on Feb 1, 2016

This message calls upon Christians to prepare now for the challenges and opportunities that will be here tomorrow in America. Jesus taught this truth using the Parable of the Ten Virgins. Find out what preparations you need to be making now!

Prepared and Ready
 (10-11-15 www.LifeChurchSpringfield.org) We begin today with a conversation ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:13

Denomination: Charismatic

The Preparation Of Worship Series

Contributed by Jeff Kautz on Jan 5, 2019

How Solomon includes worship into his life This Sermon was also used in another series

The Preparation of Worship-5 1-7 Ecclesiastes 5:1-7 We are in a series on worship. Last week we looked at the Presence of Worship We talked about what worship is in that it is really the “worthship” of God. In Worship we need to have both a hunger for God and also that we are looking for an ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Preparing For The Kingdom Series

Contributed by Kevin O'connor on Jan 7, 2019

We prepare for every major event in this world. It's time to prepare for Jesus second coming.

Romans 13:11-12 And do this, understanding the present time: The hour has already come for you to wake up from your slumber?, because our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed. 12 The night is nearly over; the day is almost here. So, let us put aside the deeds of darkness and put on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-17, Romans 13:11-12

The Prepared Church Series

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Dec 31, 2018

God's Promise is always achieved through preparation, whether individually or corporately, you cannot avoid the journey if we want to get to the destination. This sermon compares Elijah's life and the steps he took to the principals of the process of God.

ELIJAH CHURCH: THE PREPARED CHURCH INTRO: This is part of a series using the life of Elijah as a picture of the last day Church. It is also a stand alone sermon. 1 Kings 17:2-6 Then the word of the LORD came to Elijah: "Leave here, turn eastward and hide in the Kerith Ravine, east of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:2-6, James 1:2-4, Deuteronomy 8:2-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Preparing For The Storm Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 6, 2018

This looks at the parable of the wise and foolish man and how we need to be preparing for the storms that will come

Storms of Life 4 Dad told me that once as a teen he was with his father on their fishing boat when the weather turned nasty. Dad was whining and complaining about how rough it was and how he wished that they had of stayed home instead of going fishing. And his father told him, “you wouldn’t want ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-27

Denomination: Wesleyan

Prepare For Christmas

Contributed by Hans Krause on Oct 23, 2018

How should we prepare for the birthday of King Jesus? John the Baptist calls us to repentance, to preparing the way for him into our lives and making straight a highway into our hearts.

[Sermon preached on 17 December 2017, 3rd Sunday in Advent / 3rd year, ELCF Lectionary] Every year again I am surprised how much time and energy goes into preparing for Christmas. So many things to do… and in the end so few things that really matter. The famous American author John Grisham wrote ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-27, Deuteronomy 18:15-19

Denomination: Lutheran

Prepare For Battle Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 9, 2018

If you’re going to be ready to face the spiritual battles ahead, you must let God roll away your shame, relish your salvation, and respect your Sovereign Lord.

Some time ago, a fictitious manual for Peace Corp volunteers headed for South America contained the following advice on “What to Do If Attacked by an Anaconda”: #1, If you're attacked by an anaconda, do not run; the snake is faster than you are. #2, Lie flat on the ground. #3, Put your arms ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Preparation For Power Series

Contributed by Jeff Kautz on Nov 11, 2018

The church is waiting on the Holy Spirit

Lessons From The Early Church Preparation For Power Acts 1:12-26 Last week we started in a series called “Lessons From The Early Church” Jesus had told the disciples to stay in Jerusalem and that they would be receiving the power of the Holy Spirit in their lives. God and Christ had ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-26

Denomination: Baptist

A Time For Preparation Series

Contributed by Stephen Evans on Nov 28, 2018

So many people think of salvation simply as a preparation for death and what comes after the death of the physical body. Salvation has much to do with one's preparedness to live life in its present context.

A Time For Preparation Pastor Steve Evans December 2, 2018 Faith Assembly Preparation is underway! • We are officially in the countdown to Christmas • It’s hard to avoid all of the clichés about not knowing where the time has gone and the fact that this year is nearly over. • I for one cannot ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-29

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Christmas Preparations

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Dec 20, 2018

At Christmas, our most significant preparations occur in our hearts and souls

Christmas Preparations Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Today is December 16th. There are nine days before Christmas. As a child, that countdown to Christmas fanned such anticipation and excitement! With each passing day, my ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:7-18, Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Lutheran

Always Be Prepared

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Apr 4, 2023

Are you ready to meet Jesus? In this narrative the author tells us that a spiritual relationship to Jesus is key!

Always be Prepared John 11:55-12:11? Rev. Dr. Michael Koplitz John 11:55 Now the Passover of the Jews was near, and many went up to Jerusalem out of the country before the Passover bo purify themselves. 56 So they were seeking for Jesus, and were saying to one another as they stood in the ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

Preparing For Eternity Series

Contributed by Mark Hall on Apr 24, 2023

Preparing for the Eternal Rewards and Treasures of Heaven. I give my permission for this sermon to be used and copied as long as it is used to honor and glorify Jesus Christ.

PREPARING FOR ETERNITY Please open your Bibles to Matthew 6:19, as we continue our series on the eternal rewards of heaven, with today’s message, “Preparing for Eternity.” Of all the things for which you prepare, there is nothing greater than preparing for eternity. We go to school to prepare for a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21, 1 Timothy 6:17-19, Hebrews 13:16, Matthew 25:21, Luke 12:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Preparing For War Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 29, 2023

If Christians are called to go to war against the gates of Hell, what role does "going to church" play in the conflict?

About 20 years ago, a man received a call from his mother while deployed in Iraq. It was the weekend, and she asked if he had to work on Sundays. He replied “Mom, we have to work every day… it’s a war.” (Jeanice Shelley, Reader’s Digest 2/08 p. 50) Last Sunday we talked about the fact that we are ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Preparations For Persecution Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on May 22, 2023

Will persecution against Christians intensify in the days ahead? If so, will we be ready to stand strong in our testimony of Christ? This message processes seven preparations we should be making now.

Intro We have been discussing the final, eighth, beatitude found in Matthew 5:10: “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, For theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”i Last week we addressed two preparations for potential persecution. First, expect it. It will happen in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12, 2 Timothy 3:12, Genesis 3:1-6, Acts 21:10-40, Mark 8:34, Numbers 25:1-16, Jeremiah 12:5-6, 1 John 2:15-17, Matthew 26:18, Matthew 10:19-20, Proverbs 9:10, Proverbs 29:25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Preparing For The Future Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 23, 2023

In Mark 13, Jesus prepared His disciples for two future events: the destruction of Jerusalem and His second coming. The first event would come with warnings, but the second will be a surprise. Readiness and alertness and trust in the Lord were necessary for both.

Introduction A. One day there was an airplane that was having engine trouble, so the pilot instructed the cabin crew to have the passengers take their seats and get prepared for an emergency landing. 1. A few minutes later, the pilot asked the flight attendants if everyone was buckled in and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:1-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ