Sermon Outline Title: You’ve Heard His Story — Let Me Show You His Glory
Bible Text, Theme, Big Idea
Text: Revelation 19:11-20
Theme: Jesus returns as the conquering King and righteous Judge of the nations.
Big Idea: You cannot fully understand Jesus by only seeing Him in the Gospels; the same Jesus who came once in humility will return with power, wrath, and glory to reign forever.
1. A Narrow View of Jesus Leaves You Unprepared (Revelation 19:11)
a. Many only picture the gentle Jesus of the Gospels—holding children, healing the sick, and calming storms—but that is only part of the story; Revelation unveils His full identity.
b. A prosperity preacher once said, “You’ve seen my glory, let me tell you my story,” boasting in earthly success; but Christ’s glory is rooted in humility, sacrifice, resurrection, and sovereign authority.
c. When Jesus returns, He will end corruption, break the grip of evil, and fulfill the promise that the meek shall inherit the earth (Matthew 5:5; Psalm 37:11).
d. To know Jesus rightly, you must see both the suffering Servant of Calvary and the conquering King of Revelation—anything less is incomplete.
2. Jesus Returns to Defeat All Worldly Power (Revelation 19:11-14)
a. Armageddon is the last battle on earth; all political powers, governments, and armies gather to oppose Christ, yet they cannot stand before Him.
b. John sees Jesus on a white horse—symbolizing victory and righteous warfare—His eyes burning like fire, His robe dipped in blood, leading heaven’s armies.
c. A sharp sword proceeds from His mouth, representing the power of His Word; He speaks, and nations fall—evil cannot negotiate with holiness.
d. When He comes, He will unleash the wrath of God on every system, government, and person aligned with the Antichrist; evil’s reign ends forever.
3. The World Will Know Him—But Too Late for the Lost (Revelation 19:15-16)
a. This is the same Jesus we read about in Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, but now He appears as the divine Judge, not the suffering Lamb.
b. The first time He was largely overlooked or rejected; the second time every eye will see Him and every knee will bow—willingly or unwillingly.
c. For unbelievers, the faithless, and the Antichrist’s followers, His arrival will be a day of irreversible regret.
d. To truly know Jesus, you must accept Him both as Savior and King—the One who came with mercy and the One who returns in glory.
4. The First Time He Came in Weakness; the Second Time in Unlimited Power (John 1:14; Revelation 19:15)
a. Jesus once came in frail flesh, tempted in all points yet without sin; He allowed wicked men to crucify Him for our salvation.
b. But when He returns, He will come as Almighty God—unconquerable, unstoppable, and undefeatable by any army, government, or demonic force.
c. Now is the time to put your life into His hands; the day of pleading will be past when He arrives in judgment.
d. When Christ returns, destinies are sealed—salvation decisions must be made before He comes, not after.
5. The First Time He Came to Save; the Second Time He Comes to Destroy (Luke 19:10; Hebrews 12:29)
a. Jesus’ first mission was to seek and save the lost—He rescued wandering sheep like you and me, forgiving sin and restoring fellowship with God.
b. But the next time He appears, He comes as Judge and Warrior, pouring out consuming fire on unbelief, rebellion, and the kingdoms of darkness.
c. Most have not been taught this side of Jesus—the holy wrath of God against sin—but Scripture makes it clear: no one escapes His judgment.
d. Nothing in this world is worth going to hell for; surrender now while grace is available.
6. The First Time He Was Crucified; the Second Time He Will Be Crowned (Philippians 2:8-11; Revelation 19:12)
a. He once hung on a cross, mocked, tortured, and rejected by the very people He came to save; He wore a crown of thorns out of love.
b. He could have called ten thousand angels, but He chose the cross to secure our salvation—humility purchased our hope.
c. When He comes again, He will be crowned with many crowns—King of kings and Lord of lords, ruling the nations with iron righteousness.
d. There is no fence to straddle with Jesus; you are either for Him or against Him, and your decision in this life determines your eternity.
7. What Happens to the Masses Not at Armageddon? (Matthew 25:31; Revelation 20:4)
a. Not everyone alive at this time will physically be in the valley of battle—many will be at home, living ordinary lives when Christ returns.
b. Jesus will gather all remaining people and separate them as a shepherd separates sheep from goats; the righteous enter His kingdom, the wicked face eternal judgment.
c. Revelation 20:4 shows that saints will reign with Christ for a thousand years—those beheaded for their faith will rule; fulfilling God’s promise to His people to rule and inherit the earth.
d. Those who rejected Christ face eternal separation, while believers will enjoy fellowship, peace, and righteousness under the reign of the Lord.
Illustration / Example
A preacher once bragged, “You’ve seen my glory, now let me tell you my story,” boasting in wealth and accomplishment. But when we speak of Jesus, we reverse the order. First, we hear His story in the Gospels—His humility, sacrifice, and death. Then Revelation shows us His glory—His power, His kingdom, His wrath, His crown. One day the world will witness that glory with trembling knees.
Alliterated Main Points
1. Revelation — Jesus unveiled in glory.
2. Rebellion — Nations gather against Christ.
3. Recognition — The world finally sees Him.
4. Resilience — Jesus returns with all power.
5. Retribution — Judgment on the wicked.
6. Reign — Christ crowned forever.
7. Reward — Believers rule with Him.
Conclusion / Invitation
Jesus came once in humility to save; He returns in power to reign. He is coming—that is certain. But you must be ready when He comes; you do not want to meet Him as Judge if you have not known Him as Savior. Repent, believe, and be born again. Secure your place in the Lamb’s Book of Life now, before the door of mercy closes forever.