Sermons on Return From Failure:

Looking For The Savior's Return

Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Sep 12, 2009

A child of God is to be alert and looking for the Savior’s return in a world that does not have time to hear His voice and be prepared for His coming.

-- Philippians 3:17-21 Proposition: A child of God is to be alert and looking for the Savior’s return in a world that does not have time to hear His voice and be prepared for His coming. Objective: My purpose is to challenge people to look for the Savior’s return and be prepared for His ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:17-21

Denomination: Baptist

Be Alert For Jesus' Return

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Sep 9, 2006

Pentecost 12(C) - Be alert for Jesus’ return without any fear and by always being prepared.

BE ALERT FOR JESUS’ RETURN August 27, 2006 - PENTECOST 12 - Luke 12:32-40 * * * * * * * * Fellow Redeemed and Saints in the Lord: We are a nation that is watchful. Consider the events of one day last week. During one day 7 different flights were re-routed ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:32-40

Denomination: Lutheran

Waiting On Jesus' Return PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 5, 2023

This sermon encourages believers to truly know God, not just about Him, and to live in anticipation of Christ's return, serving Him with energy, boldness, and contentment.

Good morning, beloved congregation. As we gather together in the warmth of this sanctuary, let's take a moment to remember the grace that has brought us here. The grace that carries us through our trials, our joys, our sorrows, our victories. The grace that reminds us, even in our darkest hours, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Topics: Return

Watch For Jesus' Return

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Nov 29, 2004

ADVENT 1(ILCW-B) - Watch for Jesus’ return -- the hour and time is unknown but we are to be prepared.

WATCH FOR JESUS’ RETURN (Outline) MARK 13:32-37 – November 28, 2004 – Advent 1 32"No one knows about that day or hour, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father. 33Be on guard! Be alert! You do not know when that time will come. 34It’s like a man going away: He leaves his ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:32-37

Denomination: Lutheran

The Return Of The King: Judgement Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 10, 2025

Our lives are to be an ongoing announcement of Jesus’s presence among us.

The Return of the King: Judgement Jeffery Anselmi / General Adult Kingdom Come / Last Judgment; Second Coming / 1 Thessalonians 5:1–11 Our lives are to be an ongoing announcement of Jesus’s presence among us. INTRODUCTION OPENING SLIDE • We live in a world that loves countdowns. • We count down ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Returns To Jordan.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 3, 2022

Jesus escapes the clutches of His opponents.

JESUS RETURNS TO JORDAN. John 10:37-42. JOHN 10:37. Jesus insisted upon the evidence of “the works of my Father” which He was doing. By this He meant that the miracles that He was performing were signs of the veracity of His claim to be the Son of God. Without the proof of His miracles, people ...read more

Scripture: John 10:37-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Return To Civility: Intro Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jun 23, 2024

I noticed that as a society we've seemed to have lost our Civility, we no longer show one another respect. Could that be because we've lost our common morality? This is a new look at the 10 Commandments

Earlier this year I was struck by how uncivil our society has become. I can’t remember if it was a personal encounter with someone or something I saw on the news or read on social media. But I do remember thinking: Why can’t we just be civil to each other, what can’t we just be nice? It seems that ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Wesleyan

On That Day (Jesus' Return)

Contributed by John Dobbs on Dec 4, 2013

What do we actually know about the day of Jesus' return? Some seem to have spiritual insight and have the ability to discern signs in the sky. Is that what Jesus said we should be doing?

On That Day Matthew 24:36-44 Introduction Reading a little in Romans 13, the idea of being awake in our spiritual life intrigues me. One reason is that the day of Jesus is coming! Romans 13:11 “And do this, understanding the present time. The hour has come for you to wake up from your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Ransomed Shall Return

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 10, 2016

The analysis of the ransomed of the Lord as set forth in Isaiah 35:1-10 shows us that everlasting joy is coming to all who trust in him.

Scripture Today is the Third Sunday of Advent. I am preaching a series of messages during Advent on the Old Testament Scripture Readings that I am calling, “Advent in Isaiah.” One commentator on Isaiah wrote the following on chapter 35, our text for today: No one can call Isaiah a prophet of ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Ransomed Shall Return

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 10, 2016

The analysis of the ransomed of the Lord as set forth in Isaiah 35:1-10 shows us that everlasting joy is coming to all who trust in him.

Scripture Today is the Third Sunday of Advent. I am preaching a series of messages during Advent on the Old Testament Scripture Readings that I am calling, “Advent in Isaiah.” One commentator on Isaiah wrote the following on chapter 35, our text for today: No one can call Isaiah a prophet of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Return Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on May 27, 2011

The Lord is coming back are you ready.

THE RETURN OF JESUS CHRIST Rev.19; 16And he hath on his vesture and on his thigh a name written, KING OF KINGS, AND LORD OF LORDS. The reign of Christ on earth with the Saints is as sure as his birth, liofe, death, resurrection, ascension and High ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:16-19

Denomination: Baptist

Not Wanting Christ's Return

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jan 2, 2007

Jesus Christ is coming again, that is certain. The midnight call may be heard at any moment. And when that call takes place we will be going home. But sadly very few Christians are thrilled about the imminence of his return. Many don’t want His return.

MATTHEW 25:1-13 Introduction: Jesus Christ is coming again, that is certain. The midnight call may be heard at any moment. And when that call takes place we will be going home. But sadly very few Christians are thrilled about the imminence of his return. Why aren’t more believers excited about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Christ Will Return As Judge Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Feb 17, 2009

If you want to know how to be ready for Christ’s second coming turn to Jude 14-16.

Christ Will Return As Judge Jude 14-16 PROPOSITION: Because Christ is coming as Judge, you must be ready! I. Take heed – Believe Christ is coming again. v. 14 A. Ungodly teachers were prophesied. (14a) 1. God warned man through His messengers. 2. God continues to warn through His ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

Anticipating His Return

Contributed by Clarence Clough on Jul 28, 2008

The anticipation of Christ’s return is a vital encouragement to live holy and seek to do God’s will.

ANTICIPATING HIS RETURN Text: John 14:3, "And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also." Intro: (Per Sandra Jean Pathik) ...read more

Scripture: John 14:3

Denomination: Church Of God

Passing The Point Of No Return

Contributed by Bob Phillips on May 15, 2014

The dangers of putting off God's call until it's too late.

Many of you know that there is a point of “No return” in most things in our lives. In olden times every ship and plane crossing the Ocean had a “Point of no return”. (Not enough fuel to make a turn about and head for home.) We all know it was against the “Law” ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-19

Denomination: Baptist