Sermons on Stars In Heaven:

Treasure In Heaven Series

Contributed by Susan Blader on Jan 21, 2007

What we value in life reveals the depth of our loyalty to Christ. We lay up heavenly treasure when we value imperishable things such as holiness, faith, generosity, etc.

Treasure in Heaven A Sermon on Matthew 6:19-24 Cheap Perfume The story is told of the husband who was on a business trip and decided to buy a gift to bring home to his wife to show her how much he appreciated her. The lady at the cosmetics counter showed him a bottle of perfume for $75, but the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

The Highway To Heaven

Contributed by David Johnston on Jul 25, 2007

The Highway to Heaven. What is this road? It is the King’s Highway! It spans all the chasms of human wretchedness. It tunnels through all the mountains of earthly difficulty. It’s wide enough and strong enough to hold the entire human race should they ch

The Highway to Heaven Isa. 35:8-10 8 And an highway shall be there, and a way, and it shall be called The way of holiness; the unclean shall not pass over it; but it shall be for those: the wayfaring men, though fools, shall not err therein. 9 No lion shall be there, nor any ravenous beast ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:8-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Almost Heaven

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jul 27, 2007

relates vacation to spiritual principles

“Vacation – 2007” July 29, 2007 My vacation this year seemed a little incomplete to me. Julie, Ben and Monica, and consequently all the grandkids elected to stay home for various reasons. That left me feeling a little alone – but the good news was that my mom and all of my brothers and sisters ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:2-4

Denomination: Holiness

Longing For Heaven Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 1, 2010

In this lesson we focus on the need to long for the things of God, and to be sure we are living by faith and walking in obedience.

Introduction: A. The story is told of an evangelist who was preaching away during a gospel meeting. 1. He paused and asked the congregation a question – How many of you want to go to heaven? 2. “If you want to go to heaven, then, please raise your hand,” he said. 3. Everyone in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Kingdom Of Heaven

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jul 22, 2011

Sermon for the 6th Sunday after Pentecost. How parables reveal the nature of God's kingdom.

Matthew 13: 31 – 33, 44 – 52 / The Kingdom of Heaven Intro: I want you to pretend for just a moment that I am your own magic genie. But, I’m a very frugal genie and instead of giving you three wishes like most genies do, I’m only going to give you one wish. If you were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-52

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Heaven " Inexpressible" Series

Contributed by Brad Henry on Aug 23, 2011

We can have hope for heaven when we know what our future home is like. But even before that we need to know for sure that we are going.

Yesterday we talked about the Apostle Paul’s thorn in the flesh. Thank you for praying for my headaches. This morning I am headache free so the thorn is not there right now. This past weekend I set up a tent in the backyard. Then Bryce and Chase wanted to sleep in the tent. What was I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:4-9

The Kingdom Of Heaven

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Aug 24, 2011

What did Jesus mean when He said that the Kingdom of Heaven is NEAR? It is WITHIN us, AROUND us and BEFORE us.

THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN Before the colonialists imposed national boundaries in Southeast Asia, the kings of Laos and Vietnam reached an agreement on taxation in the border areas. Those who ate short-grain rice, built their houses on stilts, and decorated them with Indian-style serpents were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:13-17

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Is Heaven For Real? Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 31, 2011

Seven answers to seven questions about what heaven is really like.

INTRODUCTION Today, I’m going to be talking about Heaven. A man died and went to Heaven. St. Peter asked him, “Why should I let you into Heaven?” The guy said, “Well, I tried to help other people.” “Can you give me an example?” “Sure. Once I was in a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:23-33

Denomination: Baptist

Heaven Is A Marriage Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jun 24, 2013

Marriage is about the union of two hearts, and in Heaven it is the marriage of Christ and His Church. If we do not see ourselves connected/united to Christ in a covenantal relationship, we will fail to grasp the nature of life after death.

In Revelation 21, John the Apostle sees Heaven as “a bride dressed for her husband.” The Apostle Paul in Ephesians 5 compares the union of husband and wife to that of Christ and the church. We are the Bride of Christ. It’s been said, regarding Heaven, the Bible provides the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:1-10

Denomination: Congregational

Heaven Is A City Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jun 24, 2013

Heaven is our true home, a city that will reveal Paradise restored..."Salvation history began in a garden and ends in a city."

A man died and arrived at the Pearly Gates. St. Peter greeted him, then noticed the man was carrying a suitcase. “What’s in that?” he asked. The man said it was filled with gold bars. Peter frowned and told the man that this wasn’t permitted; in fact we can bring nothing ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-4

Denomination: Congregational

Heaven Is A Concert Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jun 24, 2013

Heaven is all about harmony, unity, a place where divisions will be past and we will be one Body. Heaven is a symphony where each movement is better than the one before. "You ain't heard nothin' yet!"

What’s the best concert you’ve ever been to? I have several: I remember going to Lincoln Center to hear the NY Philharmonic perform Rachmaninov’s Piano Concerto #2. Seeing Paul McCartney in Frankfurt, Germany was quite an experience. Wynton Marsalis playing jazz in San ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:8-14

Denomination: Congregational

Headed For Heaven

Contributed by Paul Norwood on Feb 26, 2013

Nine reasons why we should want to go to heaven.

“Headed for Heaven” Text: 1 Peter 1:3-9 I. Welcome II. Introduction As we focus on our theme this year, our goal is to be the type of Christian who is pleasing to Christ and not one who makes Him sick. But, if we continue reading the Lord’s message to the church at Laodicea, we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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

Rejoicing In Heaven

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 1, 2014

Christians today can’t get side-tracked thinking about the finish line, because the race is NOT finished for us yet! We must faithfully endure life and continue to tell people about Jesus UNTIL we are face to face with Him!

Rejoicing in Heaven Revelation 19:1-8 Introduction - Share something on my heart this week: -- “My prayer is that God will send faithful men and women to our church to work for His glory in reaching people for Christ.” -- To work, we must be trained, which means faithfulness ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational