Sermons on Ready Or Not:

Ready For Great Things

Contributed by Ken Gehrels on Apr 9, 2001

Abram’s calling - how does it relate to our calling as Kingdom Servants?

Ready For Great Things Bible Reading: Genesis 12: 1-20 PREPARED BY KEN GEHRELS PASTOR CALVIN CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH NEPEAN, ONTARIO "Abram, it’s time. You must go." And he went. That’s the gist of Genesis 12 - the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Ready To Give Up? Series

Contributed by William Yates on Sep 22, 2001

I have battled depression much in my own life. I know that many Americans are depressed over the events of Sept 11th, 2001. This devotion I shared with my youth has continually been a source of hope for me.

Ever found your back against a wall? Ever been in a situation you weren’t sure you would make it through? Maybe you are going through something right now. It’s like finding yourself in a canoe on the Niagara River and you can hear the thunder of Niagara Falls just ahead. Maybe it’s depression ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:9-24

Diligence And Readiness In The Work Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 20, 2000

If we are to accomplish anything for God, some work principles need to be kept in mind.

Diligence and Readiness in the Work Nehemiah 4:16-23 I. A Secure Defense A. Security promotes productivity B. Half work, half watch (16-18a) C. Lodge in Jerusalem – unity (22) II. A Sensible Plan A. Work while watching (16-18a) B. Work together (19-20a) D. The work of God ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:16-23

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Ready To Walk

Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Nov 11, 2000

In addition to Christ, the church needs the faith and action of seekers in order to overcome its obstacles.

"Are You Ready To Walk" -Reverend A. LaMar Torrence, Pastor of Cross of Life Lutheran Church Someone once said that ‘nothing gives you quite the thrill of treading in the darkness on a step that is not there.’ Often in this life, we must walk upon steps with the uncertainty of their support. We ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Advent - Getting Ready

Contributed by John Gullick on Dec 2, 2000

A sermon that highlights the urgency in being prepared for Jesus and 3 things we can do.

It is time now for me to tell you the story of the three little pigs. That’s right the Story of the three little pigs. Once upon a time there were three little pigs - There was Horace and Maurice and Doris. The Mama pig whos name was Loris and her husband Boris had a problem. Basically no ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-10, Luke 8:15-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Are You Really Ready

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jan 24, 2001

This sermon uses the parable of the 10 Virgins to force us to consider whether or not we are prepared to meet the Lord.

Are You Really Ready? Eccl 9:11-12 Matthew 25:1-13 Text Matthew 25:1-13 Sometimes in life we live for the deadline, and don’t take advantage of the present time. How many of you have had teachers who told you this assignment is due in three weeks so start working on it now? You spent ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Are We Ready To Give Series

Contributed by Tony Miano on Feb 15, 2001

Part of being the salt of the world is being ready to give sacrifically, abundantly, liberaly, and tenderly.

Are We Ready To Give? I Timothy 6:18 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church February 18, 2001 Introduction: We’re going to continue our study on giving this morning. Last week we looked to God’s Word for some perspective about what a rich person actually looks like, and we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:18

Denomination: *other

The Rapture: Will You Be Ready? Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 2, 2025

The rapture is imminent, and every believer must be prepared. The signs of the times are evident, and Jesus could return at any moment. It is not enough to believe in the rapture; we must actively live in readiness.

THE RAPTURE: WILL YOU BE READY? By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 Supporting Texts: Matthew 24:44, 1 Corinthians 15:51-52, Revelation 22:12, Luke 12:40, 2 Peter 3:10 INTRODUCTION The doctrine of the rapture is one of the greatest hopes of the Christian faith. It is the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Getting Ready For Christmas Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 18, 2024

Christmas holidays are often so hectic that it becomes more of something to dread than to enjoy. How should we approach the Christmas season?

THE CHRISTMAS STORY: GETTING READY FOR CHRISTMAS A. Did everybody have a good THANKSGIVING? 1. Now since THANKSGIVING is OVER, it’s time to GET READY FOR CHRISTMAS. a. But the reality is, the STORES have been getting ready for Christmas since the first of October. COMMENT: You ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-56

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ready To Give Up? Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 10, 2024

this morning we look at the next three pieces of battle gear for believers as they stand firm against the schemes of Satan designed to destroy and eviscerate their Christian lives

Background to passage: Spiritual warfare passage part 3, life being filled with the Spirit means taking up the armor to do spiritual warfare. Ephesians 6:10–20 ESV Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

Ready For His Return Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 29, 2025

Christ's return is certain, but its timing is not. We can be ready for Him. Our salvation is assured and He has destined us to be with Him forever.

1 Thess 5:1-11 Ready for His Return Two things often fascinate people, if they do not know what God says in His Word. • One is regarding the end of life and the other, is the end of the world. What happens when we die, and what happens at the end of the world? • Paul addresses these issues as he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11, Matthew 24:37-39, Matthew 24:42-44

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Are We Ready For The Wedding?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 31, 2025

Jesus has invited us to the wedding at the second coming. Are we ready? Are we sharing the invitation with others?

ARE WE READY FOR THE WEDDING? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) Two part Are we really and prepared for the imminent return of Christ Jesus? Are we expecting Jesus to comeback after the church? Are we neglecting some weightier spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:3, Matthew 24:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Are We Ready For Revival?

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jul 6, 2004

A Revival preparation message.

ARE WE READY FOR REVIVAL? Psalm 139 INTRO: Revival is within our grasp, but in order for revival to come to our church, we must let go of our sins and ask God for His forgiveness. We can then expect Him to bring revival. The Psalmist tells us what we must do to be ready for revival. If we will do ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Ready For A Miracle?

Contributed by James May on Apr 25, 2004

Miracles aren’t a problem with Jesus in your boat but they are always triggered by obedience.

Are You Ready for a Miracle? by Pastor James May Luke 5:1-11, "And it came to pass, that, as the people pressed upon him to hear the word of God, he stood by the lake of Gennesaret, And saw two ships standing by the lake: but the fishermen were gone out of them, and were washing their nets. And ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Get Ready For The Revolution

Contributed by Duran Johnson on Feb 14, 2003

This message is about the life-changing gift of salvation.

Get Ready for the Revolution Scripture "In those days John the Baptist came, preaching in the Desert of Judea and saying, "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near." This is he who was spoken of through the prophet Isaiah: ’A voice of one calling in the desert, ’Prepare the way for the Lord, make ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-11

Denomination: Baptist