Sermons on Unexpected Return:

A Surprising Turn Around Series

Contributed by Donovan Myers on May 4, 2002

Sometimes change from the the most unexpected places.

A Surprising Turn Around JONAH 3 Donovan W. Myers Rosemount Missionary Church Desperate situations sometimes require desperate solutions. This is part of the reason Jesus congratulated the man in the story he told of the unjust steward - who on recognizing that his master was coming to audit him, ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Dealing With The Audibles Of Life Series

Contributed by Charles Whitmire on Oct 5, 2008

This message teaches us how to handle the unexpected...

In football, most of the plays are called by the coaches. It used to be done by signs. The quarterback would get the signs and relay those to his team in the huddle. Now a lot of that is done with technology - the helmet has an audio feature so he can get a play that way... But often, the play that ...read more

Scripture: Job 13:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Impossible Thing - Ii Series

Contributed by Virgil Hurley on Mar 29, 2016

God provided the complete, unexpected victory over Goliath.

THE IMPOSSIBLE THING - II I Samuel 17:4-11, 16, 20-25 Virg Hurley Sermon, March 20, 2016 David had gone to the battle line; heard Goliath’s roaring challenge to Israel; volunteered to engage him; been outfitted in Saul’s gear and found them wanting; dressed in his homespun and went to ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Traditional Jewish Marriage & It's Relationship To Christ's Return Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Mar 2, 2004

This sermon illustrates the relationship between the traditional Jewish marriage practices, and how it directly relates to the Church being the Bride and Christ the Groom, as well as the Second coming! Praise God!

The Traditional Jewish Marriage and its Relationship To the Promise of Christ’s Return Scripture Reading Matthew 26: 27, 28 – “And he took the cup, and gave thanks, and gave it to them, saying, Drink ye all of it; For this is my blood of the new testament, which is shed for many for the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:27-28

Denomination: Bible Church

Apocalypse Wow! The Return Of Jesus - Not Just Another Sequel

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 15, 2004

Jesus will return to pay back his enemies and to take back his people.

What’s your impression of movie sequels? Was Jaws 2 better than Jaws? The Empire Strikes Back an improvement on Star Wars? I usually find sequels to be quite disappointing. It seems to me that they are produced just to capitalize on the success of the first film, not because there is a meaningful ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:5-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Don't Give Up On Prayer Or On The Return Of Jesus!

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Oct 19, 2010

God will answer our prayers. Jesus will return - but both often seem to be taking such a long time! This short talk encourages us not to give up on prayer, nor to give up on the return of Jesus.

On 10th May 2003, through the post I received six letters concerning my claim for Tax Credits - much to my annoyance, since I made my application quite some time before. Back in 2003 the Tax Credit Office were singled out for a lot of criticism, and every day there seemed to be a story of a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Anglican

Church And Community Membership And Action In Light Of Christ's Return

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Aug 22, 2006

It is necessary for the church to be involved in community participation and action in light of Christ’s imminent return. I believe that there are three reasons why we need to establish and support biblical community within the church in these Last Days –

CHURCH AND COMMUNITY MEMBERSHIP AND ACTION IN LIGHT OF CHRIST’S RETURN HEBREWS 10:25 Introduction: Hebrews 10:25 encouraged the Hebrew Christians to find strength in participation and involvement in their local church in light of the pending destruction of Jerusalem and the Temple. They were ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:25

Denomination: Baptist

Return Of Jesus: It's The End Of The World As We Know It

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Mar 21, 2007

The Apostle Peter is clear - The return of Jesus is very real. Though nuts try to name the day, though the world mocks us, Jesus is returning - so live like it.

Cecil B. DeMille was making one of his great epic movies. He had 6 cameras at various points to pick up the overall action and 5 other cameras set up to film plot developments involving major characters. The large cast had begun rehearsing the scene at 6am and they went through it four times. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Jesus Returns Will He Find Us Faithful

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Feb 6, 2007

We may do many great things in our life-time according to the standards of this world. But the paramount question we all must face is this, “When Jesus returns will he find us faithful?”

When Jesus returns will He find us faithful? (The Command of Jesus – “Teaching to Obey”) Matthew 28:19 Luke 17:22-30 Here are some announcements that appeared in church bulletins. Ladies, don’t forget the rummage sale. It’s a chance to get rid of those things not worth keeping around the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:22-30

Denomination: Free Methodist

81. Revelation 19-20 - Christ's Return In Majesty Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 17, 2018

At long last, the cry of the martyrs, “How long O Lord?” is answered?

IN GOD'S IMAGE 81 - REVELATION 19-20 - CHRIST'S RETURN IN MAJESTY This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:6-19, Revelation 16:16-17, Revelation 19:20-21, Colossians 2:15, Revelation 12:10, Revelation 20:1-10, Daniel 2:34-35, Revelation 18:21-24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian Church

Return Of The Twelve; Jesus Withdraws; Five Thousand Fed Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 13, 2017

Jesus said, “Bring them to me” (five loaves, and two fishes). It is not what we have that matters, but what we do with what we have. We must be willing to give the little that we have to Him; then He will increase it and use it.

-Spring, AD 29- Near Bethsaida Title: Return of the Twelve; Jesus Withdraws; Five Thousand Fed Matthew 14:13-21, Mark 6:30-44, Luke 9:10-17, John 6:1-14 -Matthew (Chapter 14)- 13 When Jesus heard of it, he departed thence by ship into a desert place apart: and when the people had heard ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21, Mark 6:30-44, Luke 9:10-17, John 6:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Speak To Your Mountain - Preparing For The Return From Exile Series

Contributed by Larry Semore on Feb 9, 2017

This is a 3 Part sermon Series addressing the next move of God and the return from spiritual exile

Speak to Your Mountain Preparing for the return Part 1 of a 3 Part Series Ezek 36:1-12 NKJV, "And you, son of man, prophesy to the mountains of Israel, and say, 'O mountains of Israel, hear the word of the Lord! 2 Thus says the Lord God: "Because the enemy has said of you, 'Aha! The ancient ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:1

Denomination: Church Of God

On The Return Of Jesus: An Exposition Of Mark 13:24-37

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Nov 20, 2020

How do we prepare for the return of Christ? A sermon for the First Week in Advent.

On the Return of Jesus: An Exposition of Mark 13:24-37 For the Christian, nothing is more comforting to know that Jesus is going to return and receive us unto Himself. All the things which trouble us so much will be gone. We will be relieved of that great pressures (tribulations) that we feel. It ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What To Expect Leading Up To Jesus' Return?

Contributed by Jonathan Kruschel on Oct 12, 2020

Who is winning? Churches stand empty or partially filled as compared to last year. How does Jesus expect us to make it through? "Look around and listen!" told his disciples and tells us.

As Jesus and his disciples were walking through the busy city of Jerusalem, the disciples began to comment how impressive this place was. No matter how many times they had been there before, they couldn’t help but be amazed by the great structures that surrounded them: Herod’s palace, the mighty ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

"How To Be Ready For Our Lord's Return”

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Mar 4, 2019

Followers of Christ need to make shre we are ready for His return.

On Tuesday of the last week of our Lord’s life, as He and His disciples were leaving the temple, one of them said, “Look Teacher! What massive stones ! What magnificent buildings!” Jesus responded, “Do you see all these great buildings? Not one stone here will be left on another, every one will be ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:32-37

Denomination: Baptist