Coastside Community Church Sermons

The criteria for judging if we are truly ready for the return of Jesus is how we love one another. ; Matthew 25:31-46

Letter to the Church in Smyrna (in Asia Minor), Everything Jesus tells them contrasts with what the world is telling them ; Revelation 2:8-11

Being ready for the return of Jesus means being faithful to make the most of what we have been given for the kingdom.

Lamentations 3:21-24; Jeremiah 29:11; 2 Corinthians 1:8-10; 1 Peter 1:3; Romans 15:13

Preparedness for Jesus' return is essential, for the time is coming when getting ready will no longer be possible. ; Matthew 25:1-13

The second coming of Jesus should motivate us to focus on His glory while living with a mindset of readiness. ; Matthew 25:15-51

The signs of the times should lead us into wholehearted participation in the kingdom of heaven. ; Matthew 24:1-14

True Godliness is determined by what we do, not just what we say

Only by applying God's authoritative word will we be led to all truth and true kingdom living ; Matthew 22:15-46

Only by embracing the righteousness of Christ do we succeed in truly experiencing kingdom living

Embracing Jesus' sovereign authority results in wholehearted living out our faith ; Matthew 21:18-46

Embracing Jesus' divine authority results in giving Him wholehearted praise

Greatness is to be pursued by the path of service to others

The just and generous grace of God motivates us to serve Him with great joy ; Matthew 20:1-16

Kingdom living requires complete surrender ; Matthew 19:13-30

Kingdom living demands a high view of marriage

The forgiveness that God has lavished on us enables us to lavish forgive one another. ; Matthew 18:21-35