Sermons on The Bridegroom:

Jesus Knocking

Contributed by Joe Domico on Nov 15, 2018

Topical message based on Rev 3:20

Jesus Knocking Rev 3:20 He knocks. Not forced love. Classic picture by Holman Hunt of Jesus Knocking, now hanging in St. Paul’s Cathedral in London. Upon it’s first unveiling, a certain critic said, You have made a real mistake, Mr. Hunt, there is no handle on the door. "That was intentional," ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:20

Prophecy In The Rear View Mirror

Contributed by James Groce on Jul 29, 2002

Indeed, to hear that "Christ really did come in A.D. 70" reminds one of those against whom Jesus warned us about.............

I recently came across a booklet that declared that all prophecy is now only a thing of the past. This booklet stated that the book of Revelation is only a historic account of things long ago fulfilled. We will discuss a few of the points that this booklet in vain tried to make. Perusing thru the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:26-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Bride Of Christ

Contributed by James Trusty on May 15, 2001

Understanding what the Bride is. Is it the church,or not?

"The Bride of Christ” Rev. Rev. 21:9 a[seven angels] These angels are redeemed people, for one of them tells John that he is a prophet (Rev. 1:1; Rev. 19:10; Rev. 22:8-9). He is a man (Rev. 21:17). b[Come hither, I will shew thee the bride] The Bride of Christ Rev. 21:9-10 should ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-27

Denomination: Church Of God

Ready, Set, Go

Contributed by Steven Witt on Apr 27, 2007

Jesus entry into ministry at His baptism.

Ready… Set… Go! April 29, 2007 Luke 3:21-22 21. When all the people were baptized, it came to pass that Jesus also was baptized; and while He prayed, the heaven was opened. 22. And the Holy Spirit descended in bodily form like a dove upon Him, and a voice from heaven which said, “You are My ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:21-22

Denomination: Baptist

D.i.e.t

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Jun 6, 2007

This morning I want to discuss with you your DIET. Not a diet plan that slims you down, but one that bulks you up in the things of the Kingdom of God. The diet I want to speak to you about today is your spiritual diet. It very much mirrors a fleshly diet

Introduction This morning I want to discuss with you your DIET. · Not a diet plan that slims you down, but one that bulks you up in the things of the Kingdom of God. · The diet I want to speak to you about today is your spiritual diet. It very much mirrors a fleshly diet because it requires us ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:12-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Amazing Promise

Contributed by John Harvey on Dec 4, 2007

The story of Zechariah reminds us that God promises amazing things and he always keeps his promises.

“An Amazing Promise” December 2, 2007 God: The Christmas story is a story of an amazing birth that changed the world forever. However, it is also the story of another birth that ushered in the beginnings of Jesus’ kingdom. Zechariah was a priest in Israel. He was getting to be an old man and it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:13-20

Denomination: Baptist

Fasting 101 Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 16, 2013

1) A Critical Accusation (Mark 2:18), 2) A Corrective Answer (Mark 2:19-20), 3) The Clarifying Analogies (Mark 2:21-22)

The Jewish New Year 5774 began this year on the evening of September 4th. Ten days later, just before sundown on September 13th, Jews worldwide gather in their homes to eat a final meal together before they embark upon a 25-hour period of fasting and prayer on the holiest, most solemn day of the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:18-22

Denomination: Other

Why Aren't You Like Everyone Else?

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jan 19, 2008

Christians are to be radically different than anyone else - not for the sake of being different - but because it is our nature.

January 20, 2008 Morning Worship Text: Matthew 9:14-17 Subject: Fasting Title: Why Aren’t You Like Everyone Else? We live in a very confusing time in our culture. Sometimes it becomes difficult to differentiate between the good guys and bad guys. Of course we understand that as a sign of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:14-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Parable Of The Ten Virgins/Sheep And The Goats Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on May 16, 2010

Why were the five foolish and the Goats excluded?

Parables of the Ten Virgins/Sheep and the Goats We are coming to the last in this series of sermons on Jesus’ Parables  Turn with me to Matt 25  This chapter contains three Parables of Judgment, the Parable of the Ten Virgins, the Parable of the Talents and the Parable of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-46

Denomination: Christian Church

Looking Through The Lattice

Contributed by John Mccormack on Oct 9, 2013

CHRIST AND THE CHURCH

LOOKING THROUGH THE LATTICE OBSERVATION: MOST SCHOLARS AGREE THE SONG OF SOLOMON (SONG OF SONGS) WAS WRITTEN BY SOLOMON AROUND 970-930 B.C. SOME SCHOLARS SUGGEST THE WRITING WAS A SIMPLE EXPRESSION OF TRUE LOVE BETWEEN A MAN AND WOMAN. OTHERS SEE IT AS A FUTURISTIC FORECAST OF CHRIST AND THE ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 2:9

Denomination: Baptist

The Jewish Wedding Explained - Matthew 25.1-13_the 10 Virgins (Background) Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Sep 28, 2025

A Jewish wedding is a beautiful, symbolic ceremony filled with tradition. It reflects God’s covenant with His people and points prophetically to Christ and His bride, the Church.

2025.09.28.sermon notes.THE JEWISH WEDDING EXPLAINED - MATTHEW 25.1-13 William Akehurst, HSWC Scriptures: Matthew 25:1-13, 1 Corinthians 6:20, Luke 22:20, John 14:2-3, 1 Thessalonians 4:16, Revelation 19:7-9 BIG IDEA: A Jewish wedding is a beautiful, symbolic ceremony filled with tradition. It ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13, 1 Corinthians 6:20, Luke 22:20, John 14:2-3, 1 Thessalonians 4:16, Revelation 19:7-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Can Almost Hear The Midnight Cry

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on May 26, 2012

They cry for throcks to fall on them no death to late

I CAN ALMOST HEAR THE MIDNIGHT CRY Matt.25: 6And at midnight there was a cry made, Behold, the bridegroom cometh; go ye out to meet him. We must all face the fact the midnight cry is coming. We need to be ready for anew day is coming when he comes. 1. The midnight cry of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:6

Denomination: Baptist

Victory

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

1. Last week we saw the destruction of Babylon, which marked the end of the history of this world in its present form.

1. Last week we saw the destruction of Babylon, which marked the end of the history of this world in its present form. Babylon was destroyed forever. 2. Today we again see the destruction of Babylon, but from the perspective of heaven. Rather than a scene of lamenting we see a scene of joy. 3. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Preparing For Tomorrow…today

Contributed by Jonathan Busch on Nov 23, 2002

As Christians we find ourselves in the position of waiting for the return of our Lord. How do we maintain an attitude of expectancy while in this position of waiting. The parable of the ten virgins teaches us a few things.

Preparing for Tomorrow…Today Text: Matthew 25:1-13 Intro: The title of my message tonight is “Preparing for Tommorow…Today” Now now matter what the title sounds like this is not an will planning clinic…and then again maybe it is! Illus: The story is told of a man who dreamt one night that an ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Raise Us To Thy Glorious Throne

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Apr 5, 2008

With the descriptive language of a wedding we see that Jesus is coming back one day to gather His Bride to be with Him in heaven. This gathering is called The Rapture. You will not find the word Rapture in your bibles but you will find it taught

Raise us to thy Glorious Throne In todays announcements we shared about the funerals for Doris Sparks and Donald Simpson and Randy Andreson. We are accustom to accepting news about funerals as a part of life. For the Christian it is really just a part of our walk towards our eternal life. Today ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:49-55

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed