Sermons on Second Coming:

Be Respectful Series

Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Mar 17, 2008

The Bible teaches us that it is important for the leaders and those they lead to love and respect each other

"Be Respectful!" TEXTS: 1 Thess. 5:12-13; Stephen Hawkins is one of the finest scientist in the world today, with a mind so brilliant that he has been compared to Einstein and others who have shaped the world with their keen intellect. Yet, with his mind in perfect working order his body is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Be Thoughful Series

Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Mar 17, 2008

A major responsibility of the church is to be THOUGHFUL about relationships

“BE THOUGHFUL!” We have been talking about the Rapture of the Church and What we are to do while watching. 1. The Rapture is sure and we are to stay awake and watch for it. 2 Honoring the Leadership . God created the family. God used the same idea when creating His church ... it is to be a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:14-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Be Elated Series

Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Mar 17, 2008

Biblical joy is not a simple feeling but a frame of mind

“BE ELATED!” TEXT: 1 Thess. 5:16 One of the 3 great promises of the Declaration of Independence (i.e. "Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness”) is the pursuit of happiness ... or joy. Biblical joy goes far beyond mere happiness ... in fact it is much greater than simple happiness! For ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Be Always Prayful Series

Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Mar 17, 2008

One of the most neglected parts of being a Christian is often our prayer life

“PRAY CONTINUALLY” 1 Thess. 5:17 Pray without ceasing. A young boy once made a point on the importance of praying with a family who had invited him to dinner. The boy at age six had been taught that it was important to give thanks to God before each meal. As the host family sat at the dinner ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Be Real Series

Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Mar 17, 2008

The final command of Paul to the Church in expectation of the rapture, it is the command to be REAL

"BE REAL!" And now we arrive at the final command of Paul to the Church in expectation of the rapture, it is the command to be Real! Because our nature tends to slide toward unfaithfulness, as time passes. Is it ok to be faithful once, some times, most of the time; or does God really ask that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:19-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Christ: Past. Present. Future

Contributed by Jeremiah Parker on Mar 17, 2008

Suffering Servant. Sovereign Savior. Severe Sentencer.

Christ: Past. Present. Future. Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: Who, being in the form of God, thought it not robbery to be equal with God: But made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men: And being found in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

John 14

Contributed by James Lowe on Mar 22, 2008

A sermon on John 14:1-6

St. John Chapter 14 Jesus had just told his team of disciples of his own departure from them, that he should not only go away, but go away in a cloud of sufferings. Also they were told that where He was going they could not come just yet. They must shortly hear him loaded with reproaches, and ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6, 1 John 14:6-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Whole New World Series

Contributed by T. Michael Crews on Mar 24, 2008

Exposition of Rev. 21

A Whole New World Rev. 21 The year was 1516, when Sir Thomas More (who later became patron saint of politicians) first wrote a novel about a perfect society on an imaginary island off the coast of South America. Its people lived in 54 identical towns. They gardened, devoted their spare time to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Signs Of The Lord's Near Coming

Contributed by Ed Wood on Aug 27, 2008

A message on the Return of Christ.

SIGNS OF THE LORD’S NEAR COMING Luke 21:31 INTRO: We hear preachers telling us that we are living in the last days, and that Jesus could come at any time, and we wonder if they know what they are talking about, and where they get their ideas. The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:31

Denomination: Baptist

The Return Of Christ

Contributed by Ed Wood on Aug 27, 2008

Signs pointing to the return of Christ.

THE RETURN OF CHRIST 2 Peter 3:1-10 INTRO: Our world today doesn’t believe in the second coming of Christ, much less the destruction of the world when he does come. Much of the Bible, both ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing The Season

Contributed by Chris Surber on Nov 24, 2009

As we look forward to Christmas, let us consider the seasons and the signs of His return!

Knowing the Season, Luke 21:25-36 Introduction Christina and I spent a season of ministry in Cheboygan Michigan. Prior to coming here to First Congregational Church of Peru, Illinois, I was Pastor of First Congregational Church of Cheboygan, Michigan. Congregational Christians of that era were ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:1-38

Denomination: Christian Church

The Ghost Of Noah

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Oct 17, 2008

When is the Lord coming back? Are there any signs that let us know it is near?

THE GHOST OF NOAH Matthew 24:36-39 When is the Lord coming back? Are there any signs that let us know it is near? Strictly speaking, there are no “signs” connected with the rapture of believers, which is the first phase of the return of Christ; the coming of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-39

Denomination: Baptist

The Hope In Christ's Return Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Nov 26, 2008

A Message of HOPE for Advent.

The Hope in Christ’s Return Mark 13:24-37 Intro In the late 19th Century in America, there was a wave of enthusiasm for prophecies predicting the actual date for Christ’s Second coming. One such self proclaimed prophet was William Miller. And it is in his movement that both the Jehovah ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Denomination: Baptist

It's Closer Than You Think

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Aug 30, 2003

I endeavor to explain the "7000 year" plan for human history. Starting with eternity before creation, ending with eternity after the millennium. Focusing on the importance of spiritual readiness.

August 31, 2003 Title: It’s Closer Than You Think! Text: Blow the trumpet in Zion; sound the alarm on my holy hill. Let all who live in the land tremble, for the day of the LORD is coming. It is close at hand-- Joel 2:1 (NIV) Introduction 1. This morning, I would plan an ambitious ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36, Joel 2:1

Denomination: Nazarene

Wonderful Impact Of The Awaited Coming Of Christ

Contributed by Jose Cabajar on Aug 31, 2003

Knowledge and mindfulness of the glorious coming of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ lead us to deep spirituality.

<PRE> The coming of Christ is a subject that could stir the mind of every Christian to imagine the excitement of going home to heaven and be with the Lord for eternity. What a blessed hope to every believer living in this crooked and troubled world. Many believers who are in their ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-18

Denomination: Baptist