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  • Ray Ellis avatar

    Jesus Turned A Funeral Into A Celebration

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jun 30, 2008
    based on 10 ratings
     | 27,834 views

    Jesus made it clear in His teachings that you are not really ready to live until you have faced the reality of death.

    Jesus Turns a Funeral into a Celebration (Theme for this message came from "Outflow" by Sjogren and Ping) Luke 7:11-17 Can you imagine the shock of the widow of Nain and the crowd surrounding the funeral procession when Jesus walked up and stopped the procession? Jesus saw the widow and had ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Funeral - Loving Elderly Lady

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Feb 17, 2005
    based on 41 ratings
     | 33,073 views

    Funeral for Christian lady that was loved by all.

    Open and Greeting: Rev. 1 1st Hymn (after Prayer) What a friend we have in Jesus Prayer Rev. 2 Scripture Reading Rev.3 2nd Hymn Rev. 4 – How Great Thou Art Eulogy: Rev. 1 (1 Corinthians 13:1-8) This afternoon we have come together to honor Ophelia Tucker. On February 11th she ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    A Living Funeral – A Living Sacrifice

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 23, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,761 views

    There’s a new kind of funeral that is beginning to be used by those facing death. It’s called a “living funeral” or a “pre-funeral.” This sermon was requested by a man given a few months to live on the topic of being a "living sacrifice."

    Synopsis: There’s a new kind of funeral that is beginning to be used by those facing death. It’s called a “living funeral” or a “pre-funeral.” In this kind of funeral the “dearly departed” is still alive and is present at the ceremony. This kind of service become very popular in Japan and is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Funeral Message For Victim Of Suicide

    Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021
     | 4,961 views

    There is no one word that describes our emotions this past Tuesday. Dismay… Shock… Certainly fear. If we are honest, we feel rocked, overwhelmed, upset and confused.

    This message was written for a sixteen year old young man who took his life. The Rogers family had read this verse on Monday evening together the night before Caleb’s passing. “There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus” (Romans 8:1). Prayer Father, We praise ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Perry Greene avatar

    Funeral - Sudden Heart Attack

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 16, 2021
     | 3,165 views

    My friend, Jon had many health issues and died suddenly of a heart attack. Sudden heart attack is a real pandemic in America.

    In preparation for funeral services I often ask people if their loved one had a favorite bible passage or bible story that I can share. Most don’t have one, but when I asked Linda she immediately said, “Joshua 1:9.” Joshua 1:9 (ESV) 9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Attending My Own Funeral Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 24, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 16,605 views

    If I really want to live for Jesus I must first attend my own funeral

    When Mary and I were dating, I often used to leave here house quite late on Friday night or early on Saturday morning. On one of those occasions I was driving down Orange Grove Road in my bright yellow Ford Pinto when I was pulled over by a Pima County Sherriff’s officer. When he asked me if I knew ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Funerals Better Than Parties Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Mar 19, 2006
    based on 50 ratings
     | 20,156 views

    If we’re open, we can discover a lot from times of sorrow and loss.

    Overcoming Futility—a sermon series on Ecclesiastes “Funerals Better Than Parties”, 7:1-12 -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts These may sound like dark words, but they contain profound wisdom. People often refuse to face death, and are reluctant to ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Funeral Service For Frances Simpson

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 4, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,695 views

    A funeral message from Romans 8:18-39. Frances had a muscular disease that first took away her voice and then her strength.

    Funeral Service for Frances Simpson 4/1/2006 - Express condolences and appreciation. - Today is April Fools Day and how I wish this was all a joke but it is not. We come here to mourn the death of Frances Dorsett Simpson. No, that is a joke; we come here to celebrate the life of Frances Simpson ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Funeral For Elderly Christian Lady

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Feb 16, 2016
     | 26,079 views

    This lesson is a compilation of some biblical thoughts. In this case the family offered little insight into this woman's past. She was a faithful servant of God.

    Song (as Family Enters -- Mansions Over the Hilltop Song -- Old Rugged Cross 2 Timothy 4.6-8 6 For I am already being poured out as a drink offering, and the time of my departure has come. 7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. 8 Henceforth there is laid ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Funeral For Frank Wise Bell

    Contributed by William Nieporte on May 17, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,006 views

    Frank was a 71 year long member of my church who’s ife story was inspiring and evangelistic.

    In First Timothy 1:5, after instructing his young apprentice Timothy to remain faithful to the Gospel, the Apostle Paul writes these words: “The goal of this command is love, which comes from a pure heart and a good conscience and a sincere faith.” Those of us who gather today to celebrate the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Funeral Service For Difficult Situations

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 12, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 37,104 views

    What should we do next? 1. Stand on the truth that God is good (Psalms 25:6-7, 33:5, 34:8, James 1:17). 2. Stand on the truth that God loves you (John 3:16). 3. Stand on the truth that God will help you (Matthew 11:28-30).

    Funeral Service for Difficult Situations Psalms 25:6-7, 33:5, 34:8; James 1:17, John 3:16; Matthew 11:28-30 Sermon by Rick Crandall BACKGROUND: *It's wonderful to be able to preach the funeral for dear saints of God who could echo Paul's words in 2 Timothy 4:7, "I have fought the good fight, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joshua Blackmon avatar

    C. L. Meredith Funeral

    Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on May 27, 2021
     | 4,612 views

    This is the sermon I preached at my father-in-law's funeral.

    C. L. Meredith Funeral Introduction Memory is a gift God has given to us. Over the past few days, we all have chosen to remember this great man. We have reflected on our lives with him. We have cried. We may have recounted some of his legendary fishing stories. We have laughed. We have thought ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Don Hawks avatar

    A Model For A Memorial Or Funeral Message

    Contributed by Don Hawks on Oct 16, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 18,803 views

    This is a generic model for a funeral message for someone who died after struggling with an illness, using the autobiography of Morrie Schwartz who died of ALS to craft the message.

    MESSAGE FOR A MEMORIAL OR FUNERAL SERVICE ___________________________ I’ve been in a funk for a couple of weeks now. But I think I’m coming out of it now. Strange that I could say that on the occasion for which we have come together here. It all started a couple of weeks ago as I anticipated ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Andrew Moffatt avatar

    For A Man Of Faith. (Funeral Message) Series

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Apr 15, 2011
     | 9,719 views

    Psalm 23 lived out in a life well lived.

    SE101908 STATE OF THE UNION 3. Recession Obsession Well it looks like we’re heading into some really tough economic times. You’ve already heard much about these high profile banks that have failed and a few others have merged just to survive. Perhaps you haven’t heard just how many other ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Military Veteran Funeral Message

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 25, 2002
    based on 215 ratings
     | 98,946 views

    Paul compares our bodies to tents, a familiar image for soldiers who yearn for homecoming.

    Funeral message for a Military Veteran Poem: “The muffled drum’s sad roll has beat the soldier’s last tattoo; No more on life’s parade shall meet that brave and fallen few. On Fame’s eternal camping ground, their silent tents are spread; But glory guards with solemn dignity the bivouac of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational