Sermons on River In Heaven:

Heaven Is For Real Series

Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jan 5, 2012

“If you read history, you will find that the Christians who did the most for this world were those who thought most of the next.” - CS Lewis

“If you read history, you will find that the Christians who did the most for this world were those who thought most of the next.” - CS Lewis Are You Living Up to Heaven? According to 1 John 3:2-3, the reality of Heaven produces a purifying hope - a motivation to real, spiritual ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Heaven Is A Place

Contributed by Chris Surber on May 23, 2013

Heaven is the hope of believers. It is a place promised and revealed.

Introduction D.L. Moody described our hope of heaven this way. “What has been, and is now, one of the strongest feelings in the human heart? Is it not to find some better place, some lovelier spot, than we have now? It is for this that men are seeking everywhere; and they can have it if they ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-7

Denomination: Christian Church

Heaven On Earth Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on May 16, 2011

The early converts created a community of faith that reflected what they believed was life in the kingdom of God.

Acts 2:42-47 “Heaven on Earth” INTRODUCTION Psalm 23 is the most well known and one of the most comforting Psalms. Countless people have found comfort, strength and hope in its verses. During times of grief and struggle individuals imagine the Lord making them rest in green ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Lutheran

The Reality Of Heaven Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Apr 20, 2011

Nine reasons why we should be excited about going to heaven

THE REALITY OF HEAVEN A couple from Oklahoma decided to go to Florida for a long weekend to thaw out during one particularly icy winter. Because they both had jobs, they had difficulty coordinating their travel schedules. It was decided that the husband would fly to Florida on Thursday, and his ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:13-16

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Highway To Heaven

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 25, 2011

Jesus is the only highway to heaven. Using road signs, this evangelistic Easter message shows that the only way to heaven is on the road marked "Jesus."

Highway to Heaven Rev. Brian Bill Easter 2011 4/24/11 Everywhere we turn there are signs but sometimes they are very confusing… Some send contradictory messages… And others are too strict or simply too confining for us… We’re all on a journey; in fact life ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Heaven Is For Losers

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Mar 1, 2015

What does it mean that we are to deny ourselves?

Fill in the blank. “___________ is for losers.” Someone who drives a BMW might say: “Fords are for losers.” A burly football player might say: “Soccer is for losers.” And a foodie might say: “Frozen pizza is for losers.” Even if those comments are ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: Lutheran

Citizens Of Heaven

Contributed by Craig Condon on Mar 28, 2015

As we imitate Paul’s behaviour, and as we learn from the faith and life of our Christian brothers and sisters, the result is a community of people who resemble Christ. Jesus showed us what it’s like to be fully human and to be right with God.

We are not citizens of the world. Is that a surprise? Not if you’re a Christian. Paul says in Philippians 3:15-21 that we do not belong to the environment in which we live. We live elsewhere. Our citizenship is in heaven. We need to know which realm we are citizens of, because the answer ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:15-21

Denomination: Anglican

Scoundrels In Heaven

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Sep 17, 2015

We tend to think of some people as almost unsaveable, but is that true? And when Paul describes a litany of sinners, he also notes that "such were some of you." Truly, there will be scoundrels in heaven, including you and me

Scoundrels in Heaven TCF Sermon November 16, 2014 In the midst of preparing this sermon this past week, our brother in Christ, Mike Ferrill, went to be with the Lord. I considered what the best way to honor Mike’s memory would be – to preach what I’d already begun to plan, or to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:9-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Heaven With Jesus Series

Contributed by E. True Neilson on Dec 16, 2014

The book of Hebrews is all about Jesus!

SIMPLY JESUS HEAVEN WITH JESUS HEBREWS 12:14-29 INTRODUCTION -This past week I was at camp with a bunch of 4-6th graders. -Our theme was Winema National Park and I decided to teach a course on wilderness survival because I’m uniquely qualified to do -I have made about every mistake you ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:14-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Settled In Heaven

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 6, 2015

God's Word Settled

Psalm 119:89-96. Settled in Heaven I. The Permanence of Gods Word (89-91) A. Why 89 For ever, O LORD, thy word is settled in heaven. B. Where 1. In the Glory - in heaven 2. On the Globe 90 - Thy faithfulness is unto all generations: C. When - Now 91 - They continue this ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:89-96

Denomination: Holiness

Heaven's Call

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 6, 2015

Heaven's Call

Isaiah 6:1-13 Heaven's Call The Church's Greatest Need Is :- 1. A Revelation Of God's Sovereignty - Isaiah Saw God 1 In the year that king Uzziah died - his was a Reign of Plenty, a Reign of Prosperity, a Reign of Protection I saw also the Lord (a) God's Person - 5 for mine eyes have ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-13

Denomination: Holiness

The Beauty Of Heaven Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 3, 2015

Heaven is a beautiful place. It’s a real place that is so wonderful that it defies description. It’s where we should want to spend eternity.

THE BEAUTY OF HEAVEN REVELATION 21:1-27 OPEN As we begin our study of this portion of God’s Word, I want you to take just a moment to focus your thoughts on the most beautiful place you’ve ever seen. It might be a place in the mountains. Maybe you’ve been to some exotic ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Picture Of Heaven

Contributed by Chris Beam on Dec 7, 2015

Revelation 4:1-5:14

REVELATION IN PICTURES: A PICTURE OF HEAVEN Revelation 4:1-5:14 John was on the island of Patmos, and he wasn’t on a vacation. No, this island was more like Alcatraz - an island where prisoners were banished, far removed from the rest of the world. Much like Alcatraz, this wasn’t a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The War In Heaven

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 27, 2014

If we know the battle plan of the enemy, and we know the eventual fall Satan will take from Heaven, this message asks the important question of us: "What are we waiting for to actually GO and make disciples?"

The War in Heaven Revelation, Part 17, Revelation 12:7-17 Introduction - One of the greatest indicators of our faith’s strength is our commitment to the church and to bringing others to Christ which is the Gospel ministry - The bible tells us that the times ahead will be difficult ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:7-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Temple In Heaven

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 27, 2014

When any person gets an opportunity to look into the majesty of Heaven, it should cause us to be encouraged, excited, and to look forward! Even during worst human time(s), God still shows us how amazing He is!

The Temple in Heaven Revelation, Part 24, Revelation 15:1-8 Introduction - This is the Lion of the Tribe of Judah (righteous and (IMP) merciless) -- Make no mistake: He shall no longer be the sacrificial lamb -- He is the one promised to judge the living and the dead - As Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 15:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational