Sermons on Returning To Israel:

Court In Session Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on May 9, 2016

Our passage presents another analysis of Jerusalem and Judah, and gives us more insight into the political and social condition.

Isaiah 3:8-15 Court in Session 9/3/00e D. Marion Clark Introduction We are in the midst of a gloomy section of judgments and analyses of Jerusalem’s and Judah’s condition that began with 2:6 and will run through 4:1. Really, from the beginning Isaiah’s message has been one of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 3:8-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Rewards From Our Returning King Series

Contributed by Mark Hall on Sep 23, 2023

I give my full permission for this sermon to be used in whatever way can bring glory to God. In this Parable of the Mina, Jesus again reveals the wonderful gift of rewards that He has reserved for those who faithfully serve Him.

REWARDS FROM OUR RETURNING KING Please open your Bible to Luke 19 as we conclude our series on Eternal Rewards with today’s message, “Rewards from Our Returning King.” Jesus gave two parables of what it would be like to stand before Him at His judgment seat. Last week, in the Parable of the Talents ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:10-11, Luke 19:10, Luke 19:12-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Return To Civility: 4 Keep The Sabbath Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jul 20, 2024

In this crazy world, where it's rush, rush, rush, the idea of a day set apart for rest and reflection seems almost impossible. But, is it?

What a crazy world we live in today. Do you ever feel like the Rabbit in “Alice in Wonderland”? You know the one, he’s always rushing this way and that looking at his watch and muttering, “I’m late, I’m late”. It seems that every hour of every day is filled to the limit with things that need ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Traveling Light: From God To Israel To The World Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 22, 2008

The prophetic poems of Christmas take us on a journey from heaven to Israel, and then to the world.

Sermon Note Material (sermon follows) Chiasmus in Luke 1:68-79 by Ed Vasicek The four prophetic poems in Luke are not merely random accounts of history (though they are historical), but take us into a direction. In the Magnificat (1:46-55), the theme is that God loves to exalt the humble (like ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:68-79

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Place Of Israel In The Last Days, Part Two

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Jun 22, 2019

THE SECOND IN A TWO PART MESSAGE ON THE SIGNIFICANCE OF ISRAEL IN LAST DAYS PROPHECY.

THE PLACE OF ISRAEL IN THE LAST DAYS, PART TWO ROMANS 11:1-36 THE NATION OF ISRAEL IS GOING TO PLAY AN IMPORTANT PART IN THE YEARS PRIOR TO THE RAPTURE, AND THE YEARS PRIOR TO THE GLORIOUS APPEARING OF OUR LORD. WE BEGAN TO LOOK AT SOME OF THE ROLE ISRAEL WILL PLAY LAST WEEK AND WE WILL CONTINUE ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:1-36

Denomination: Baptist

Israel Inherits Promises Of Old (3 Of 3) Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Sep 2, 2002

Part 3 of 3 Many claim that the church is now Israel. After examining the scriptures, we cannot draw that conclusion without denying the accuracy of the Bible. This section looks at the promised and fulfilled inheritance of Israel.

Israel Inherits Promises of Old (Part 3 of 3) For every curse against the sin of Israel, God follows it with a promise if they repent. It is frequently claimed that once Israel rejected Jesus as their Messiah that God cut Israel out of His plan. From this point of rejection, those who believe this ...read more

Scripture: Amos 9:13-15, Matthew 25:31-43

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Sends The Twelve To The Lost Sheep Of Israel Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Feb 14, 2017

Disciples, Students, then training as apprentices. Then sent as evangelists

Introduction A. The interviewer examined the job application then turned to the prospective employee. "I see you have put ASAP down for the date you are available to start, meaning as soon as possible, of course. However, I see you've put AMAP down for required salary. I don't believe I've ever ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:5-15

Denomination: Baptist

And He Shall Reign Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 5, 2022

Utopia on earth awaits the return of Jesus, because He will be the perfect absolute Monarch.

And He Shall Reign (Isaiah 11:1-16) 1. During a service at an old synagogue in Eastern Europe, when the Shema prayer was said, half the congregants stood up and half remained sitting. The half that was seated started yelling at those standing to sit down, and the ones standing yelled at the ones ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Guarantees A Return On Spiritual Investments

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

(with Dick Holden) 1.

(with Dick Holden) 1. Spiritual Investing Requires Careful Planning (:6-7) a. Relationship of sowing to giving (implies a careful effort) 1) Sowing -- not scattering but careful planting 2) Giving -- not throwing money away but careful planning 3) Laws of nature apply to laws of giving b. Direct ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15, Matthew 6:19-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Our Risen, Redeeming And Returning Lord

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Apr 16, 2003

The resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ validates every cherished belief of our Christian faith.

OUR RISEN, REDEEMING AND RETURNING LORD "Now after the Sabbath, as the first day of the week began to dawn, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary came to see the tomb. And behold, there was a great earthquake; for an angel of the Lord descended from heaven, and came and rolled back the stone from the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-6, 1 Corinthians 15:17

Denomination: Baptist

The/Our Heavenly King Will Return

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Nov 11, 2003

LAST JUDGMENT(C)/2ND LAST - Our heavenly King will return bringing blessings for believers and punishment on enemies.

THE/OUR HEAVENLY KING WILL RETURN Luke 19:11-27 - November 9, 2003 LUKE 19:11-27 11While they were listening to this, he went on to tell them a parable, because he was near Jerusalem and the people thought that the kingdom of God was going to appear at once. 12He said: "A man of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-27

Denomination: Lutheran

"Three Gifts That You Will Never Return”

Contributed by W. Alderman on Dec 31, 2007

This is a salvation message that shows you three gifts that you will never return...

“THREE GIFTS THAT YOU WILL NEVER RETURN” Text: Matthew 2:1-11 James 1:17 W. Max Alderman INTRODUCTION: Our Text indicates that the wise men are presenting their gifts to the “Gift of all Gifts”. John 3:16 teaches us this… During the Christmas season, we emphasize the giving ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Forward Thinking: Living For Christ's Return

Contributed by Jordon Leblanc on Oct 16, 2006

How can we be people who effectively live for Christ’s return?

This evening, I want to look in the Gospel of Matthew, starting in chapter 24 in verse 36. Tonight, I want us to spend some time contemplating the return of Christ. More specific than that, I want to use our passage in Matthew to help us to be people who live for the return of Christ. So, if ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

Ready For Christ’s Return

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 1, 2013

There are some who are eagerly waiting for Christ's return, In fact some don't want Him to return now and desire to continue doing what they are and then there are those who believe this is just a hoax and don't believe that He will ever return. Which one

Opening illustration: A teacher tells her young students, “Class, I’m going down the hall for a few minutes. I don’t expect to be away long. I’m sure there won’t be any trouble. I trust you to work on your assignments while I’m gone.” Fifteen minutes pass, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:35-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Lord's Return And Resurrection: Part I Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 24, 2012

The subject is the return of Jesus Christ to earth and the resurrection of the dead. I get more questions asked about this passage than most any other passage in the Bible. So I thought we would spend about three sessions talking about this passage. Thi

1 Thess. 4:13 through 5:3 is a passage about a subject that intrigues people. The subject is the return of Jesus Christ to earth and the resurrection of the dead. I get more questions asked about this passage than most any other passage in the Bible. So I thought we would spend about three ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-15

Denomination: Baptist