Bible Messages by Pastor Jerry A. Burns (Page 6)
The Wonder of Heaven
In this sermon, the focus is on exploring the concept of heaven. Pastor Burns starts by emphasizing the importance of understanding different aspects of the afterlife, such as eternity, death, hell, and now, heaven. They mention how, according to Ephesians 4:8, Jesus led Old Testament Saints from Abraham’s Bosom to Heaven. The sermon goes on to discuss the different interpretations of heaven, distinguishing between the three heavens mentioned in the Bible: the atmosphere, the cosmos or galaxies, and the dwelling…
The Judgement of the Unjust
The Bible unmistakably speaks of a foreboding place known as hell or “Gehena” in Greek, which translates to a place of misery. From the dawn of time, Satan and his cohorts were expelled from heaven due to their defiance. This malevolent being then proceeded to deceive Eve, paving the way for Adam’s willful disobedience to God. This act of rebellion distanced humanity from the paradise they once knew and ushered in the inevitable reality of death. Yet, in the face…
Living Under The Shadow of Death
The very nature of our life on earth is that it is temporal. From the moment we’re born, the clock begins ticking, leading us inexorably to the one eventuality we can’t escape: death. This sermon delves deep into the spiritual understanding and implications of death, drawing on a wealth of biblical references. The famous Psalm of David, Psalm 23, paints a vivid picture of life, guidance, and ultimately, the end we all face: the valley of the shadow of death.…