Sermons on Bad Memories:

Memorial Day - 2004

Contributed by Steve Klink on May 30, 2004

Respecting the sacrifice of those who bought our freedom with their lives.

“In New York harbor stands a lady, With a torch raised to the sky. And all who see her, know she stands for Liberty for you and I. I’m so proud to be called an American To be named with the brave and the free. I will honor our flag and our trust in God, And the Statue of Liberty.” Memorial - ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:8-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Memorial Day - There Is A Purpose!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jun 16, 2004

Have you ever asked yourself, "Why did God permit me to wake up this morning? Why is my heart still beating? Why am I here? What is the purpose of my existence?"

MELVIN M. NEWLAND RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2020) TEXT: Ecclesiastes 1:1-14; Ephesians 1:4-5,10 (Msg); (Slide #1 – We Remember) As most of you listening to me this morning know, my family – my parents, a younger sister, & two younger brothers – ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:4-5, Ecclesiastes 1:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Memorial To A Crushed Lamb

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on May 5, 2004

It’s not often that Christians take time to reflect on things that become habit to us. In this messege you will learn what the meaning of the Lord’s supper is and how it should impact our lives.

* Matt.26:26-29 "And as they were eating, Jesus took bread, blessed and broke it, and gave it to the disciples and said, “Take, eat; wthis is My body.” 27 Then He took the cup, and gave thanks, and gave it to them, saying, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-27, Matthew 26:26-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Memorials Can Be Forgotten

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Aug 15, 2005

Today i want to give you three reasons why we should remember Christs sacrifice.

Memorials Can be Forgotten Intro: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 Read it Everything has its season (Pause) Everything has its appropriate time (Pause) This weekend is the time for some memories The service of our nation’s servants (Pause) This weekend we need to be looking to the past and present ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:11-15

Denomination: Baptist

How Is Your Memory?

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Sep 7, 2005

Forgetting me is of no consequence, forget God and you will never get over it.

HOW IS YOUR MEMORY? Deut 8:11 11 Beware that thou forget not the LORD thy God, in not keeping his commandments, and his judgments, and his statutes, which I command thee this day: HAVE YOU EVER GOT UP AND WENT INTO A ROOM TO GET SOMETHING AND WHEN YOU GOT THERE YOU FORGOT WHAT YOU WERE GOING ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

My Memorial Day

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Sep 8, 2005

Hey, is the old man still living? You better kill him before he kills you.

MY MEMORIAL DAY I am here today to honor my death. You see, I passed away on Nov. 20, 1977. That’s when I gave my life to Jesus. Gal 2:20 20 I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Memorial Always Fresh

Contributed by Sol Madlambayan on Sep 24, 2003

Memorial Day

May 25, 2003 HOLY SPIRIT BLESS US Memorial always Fresh Proverbs 10: 7 “The memory of the righteous is blessed; But the name of the wicked will rot.” “Memorial Day is an official holiday in most states of the United States. It was observed on May 30 until 1971, when for federal employees,, the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:7

Denomination: Methodist

A Memorial Day For The Trinity

Contributed by Don Schultz on May 22, 2002

WE remember what each person of the Trinity has done for us, drawing comparisons from Memorial Day.

2 Corinthians 13:11-14: MEMORIAL DAY – REMEMBERING THE TRINITY Tomorrow is Memorial Day. Why do we have Memorial Day? What is the point? As Americans, it is good for us to have a holiday that reminds us that the freedoms we enjoy as Americans are freedoms that were earned. On Memorial Day, we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:11-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Memorials In God's Word

Contributed by Timothy Shumer on May 25, 2002

Do we truly honor Memorial Day? We have lost much of the intended meaning of this "holy-day" since it was established in the aftermath of the Civil War. However, God’s Word gives clear instruction on the true meaning a memorial should include. Discover it

Holiday = root, "holy day" = Set apart to meditate on day / event / occasion + A day elevated above others for holy purposes + Over time = Meaning has degenerated = Downward trend of life + [1] Leisure time away from work, devoted to rest or pleasure = [2] A day on which work is suspended by law or ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

A Memorial For A Young Man

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Jan 14, 2008

A graveside memorial for a young man.

A Memorial for Karl Widell 1. Introduction Today, we have two tasks before us, one difficult and one extremely easy. The difficult task is to return Karl’s remains to the earth from which he ultimately came. The second, which is easier and comforting, is to celebrate his life. Prayer Heavenly ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:6-8

Memorial Day - 2006

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on May 26, 2006

1- Remember the deceased 2- Remember the living

INTRO.- ILL.- Thomas Monaghan is the founder, president, and chief executive officer of Domino’s Pizza. From 1970 to 1985, Domino’s grew from a small debt-ridden chain to the second largest pizza company in America. When asked to account for the phenomenal growth of the company, Monaghan ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:3-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Establishing A Personal Memorial

Contributed by Brad Rigney on Jun 23, 2006

This sermon was used for Memorial Day to show how we need to set some places and things as a Memorial for our own lives to remind us about the Lord and what He has done for us.

Establishing A Personal Memorial Joshua 4:1-9 Intro.: A. In April 1863, in Columbus, Miss. After decorating graves of her two sons who died in the Civil War as Confederate Soldiers – an elderly woman also decorated two mounds at the corner of the cemetery. An observer asked, “What are you ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:1-9

Denomination: Adventist

A Memorial To James Stamper

Contributed by Jesse Bennett on Feb 1, 2009

My friend Mike desperately wanted to share his testimony before he left us. This may come as a surprise to you but most people really don’t know what it is to be a “Christian”.

Memorial to James Stamper Opening Prayer: Oh Lord God we know our brother is now safely in your loving arms, I humbly ask you Father to ease the suffering of everyone here today morning the loss of a true friend of the faith. Father may your Spirit guide us as we reflect on Your work in the life ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

A Memorial To Allen See

Contributed by Jesse Bennett on Nov 19, 2008

My first funural I officiated as pastor of Bible Baptist Shawnee Oklahoma. Message of hope and honor.

A memorial to Allen See 1939-2008 By Jesse Bennett Song: We gather in this solemn place to remember the life and morn the death of Allen See. Devoted husband, father and grandfather. We do not sorrow as those who have no hope, for our hope is in Jesus Christ. 1) Allen was a wonderful man ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

God's Memorial Of Judgment Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Jan 25, 2010

Because Christ is a righteous Judge, your sin must be forsaken or it will be judged.

I. Be involved in uprooting arrogant pride from your heart! v. 1-4 A. Arrogant pride continues to rule in man’s heart (2-4). 1. Problem #1 – A pursuit for security through disobedience. 2. Problem #2 – A passion for greatness through personal ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9

Denomination: Baptist