Sermons on Returning:

When Will The Rapture Be? Series

Contributed by Eugene Pansler Jr on Jan 17, 2019

when will the rapture be

When will the rapture be, will it be when the economy falls, will it be when our enemies attack, or will the rapture be when the middle east explodes? In Matthew 24, Christ tells us when the rapture will be. When will the rapture be, (first, second, third) the rapture will be: 1. When It Is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Taking Life & God Seriously

Contributed by Thomas Bartlett on Jan 2, 2021

The nation of Israel watched God provide care for them and release from slavery yet God has to exhort them not to forget Him. How could they forget God after all He'd done? Well, in the same ways we forget Him too.

Taking Life & God Seriously Steele Creek Church Eastfield Dr. Tom Bartlett, 1-03-21 OUTLINE Deuteronomy 6:12 (NIV) “Be careful that you do not forget the LORD…” IN WHAT WAYS DID ISRAEL FORGET THE LORD? THEY FORGOT WHAT HE HAD ALREADY DONE Often, we fail to remember what God has already ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:12, Nehemiah 9:16-17, Jeremiah 23:27

Denomination: Other

Covenant With God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 4, 2023

This sermon explores being prepared and fearless as a church, drawing lessons from the Parable of the Ten Bridesmaids in Matthew 25:1-13.

Good morning, family! There's a wonderful buzz in the air today. It's one of those Sundays where you can just feel that we're all here, ready to be filled with the Word of God. I want to start us off with a quote from one of my favorite Christian authors, A.W. Tozer. He once said, "A scared world ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Topics: Readiness, Christ's Return

Watchful PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 20, 2023

This sermon encourages believers to trust in God's plan amidst chaos, reminding them to prepare for Christ's return, despite not knowing the exact timing. Key

Good morning, beloved family of God. As we gather here today, we are united under the banner of His love, His grace, and His divine providence. We are here, not by chance, but by design. For the Lord has a word for us today, a word that will speak to our hearts, stir our spirits, and fortify our ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Topics: Life, Preparation, Return

The Road Back Home PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2025

God lovingly exposes our hidden flaws to awaken us, inviting us to repentance and restoration through His grace, not shame, so we may return to Him.

Some mornings the mirror tells the truth better than our memories. You’re brushing your teeth and you notice a new gray hair. It didn’t ask permission to arrive. It just showed up, whispering, “Time is moving. Pay attention.” Gray hairs have a way of doing that—gently alerting us to what we have ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 7:1-16

Topics: Delayed Return, Repentance

Questions About Jesus' Return

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 14, 2019

Jesus said the time of His return is unknown.

A. THE BIBLE’S TEACHING ABOUT THE TIME OF JESUS’ RETURN 1. Jesus said there would be “wrong” predictions about His return. “Then if anyone says to you, ‘Look, here is the Christ!’ or ‘There!’ do not believe it. For false christs and false prophets will rise and show great signs and wonders to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Matthew 24:23-24, Matthew 24:36

Denomination: Baptist

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 Other Advent (The Return Of Christ)

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jun 15, 2016

It is important to know what the Bible says and doesn't say about Jesus' return. There are those who say He has already returned, others say He will never return and still others have what they believe is an exact timeline. Let's check the Bible!

1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 NIV (Please look this up in your Bibles and follow along) (While they look up the Scripture ...) Is there anyone here who enjoys the Advent Season; when we anticipate the arrival of Jesus on earth? Well, if you do, you should be happy now because we have been in an advent ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Nazarene

This Is An Emergency

Contributed by Michael Monica on Jun 10, 2015

The return of Christ.

[this is an emergency] I remember watching an episode of The Way of the Master (www.wayofthemaster.com) a while back, which is an evangelistic outreach program, headed by Ray Comfort and Kirk Cameron. During the particular episode I was watching, Ray was taking a survey, asking people (including ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"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

Don't Get Caught In The Return Line

Contributed by Joseph Stapleton on Dec 7, 2010

S many people will return the gifts they get for Christmas, don;t be one that returns the greatest gift of ALL, Jesus.

DON’T GET CAUGHT IN THE RETURN LINE (All my sermons use illustrations found at www.sermoncentral.com and all scripture is NIV unless otherwise noted) Wow, it is Christmas time already! I know that I have waited until now to preach about Christmas, but this year I will only be doing 2 ...read more

Scripture: John 6:66-69

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Younger Son Returns, Prt 2 Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Mar 8, 2011

Part 3 in series Return of the Prodigal, Dave continues looking at the younger son’s return to his father’s house, examining reasons why we settle for servanthood instead of sonship/daughtership.

The Younger Son Returns The Return of the Prodigal, prt. 3 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers February 27, 2011 First I want to say Happy Anniversary to my lovely wife Christy. She believed in Wildwind Church, and dreamed of Wildwind Church, and saw me as the pastor of Wildwind Church, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:17-19

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Family Of Christ Is Ready For His Return Series

Contributed by Michael Bartsch on Jan 22, 2008

How shall we keep our families ready for the return of our Savior?

Luke 1:5-22 (NIV) 5 In the time of Herod king of Judea there was a priest named Zechariah, who belonged to the priestly division of Abijah; his wife Elizabeth was also a descendant of Aaron. 6 Both of them were upright in the sight of God, observing all the Lord’s commandments and regulations ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-22

Denomination: Lutheran

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

Fact And Fiction About Jesus' Return

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Apr 27, 2009

Message discussing Jesus’ words on three facts about His impending return.

Fact and Fiction about Jesus’ Return Matthew 24:4-5, 23-51 April 26, 2009 Introduction One of the topics that fascinates Christianity more than probably any other is the topic of the second coming of Christ. Books are written about it, sermons are preached about it, and when taken to extremes, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:4-51

Denomination: Wesleyan