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  • Monty Roark avatar

    That We Might Live

    Contributed by Monty Roark on Jan 25, 2013
     | 9,442 views

    Funeral sermon depicting Jesus’ call to life.

    As we gather today to remember I wish to share with you God’s marvelous strategic plan that He’s made available to everyone who hears and responds to His offer. The information and instructions of this plan are given in the Bible. First of all we are experiencing the loss of a son, nephew, mentor, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Paul Andrew avatar

    Funeral Service: Step-Up

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jan 5, 2022
     | 1,949 views

    “Had I given up in that season of the loss of my first wife, had I given up and thrown [away] [God’s] strength and just started to living into addictions and living into my feelings and going out and living how I wanted to, I would not be living in the promises that I’m living today.”

    The spiritual step-up is increasing one’s faith and prayer life and service to God when a tragedy or trial hits you, like the death of a loved one. Admittedly, when life gets too heavy, it's hard to step up, so Jesus invites us to lighten our load so we can take a step in faith. And, Anna, ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Funeral-Paul's Farewell Message

    Contributed by Anthony Craver on May 18, 2006
    based on 64 ratings
     | 50,369 views

    In this text, Paul gives us great insight into death as well as great comfort for grieving families.

    Paul’s Farewell Message 2 Tim 4:6-8 For I am already being poured out as a drink offering, and the time of my departure is at hand. 7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. 8 Finally, there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Funeral Sermon - Exalting God

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Aug 26, 2023
     | 1,421 views

    This is a homily based on Psalm 57:5,7-11

    Homily for Funeral for Connie Hird (ne Stockdale) The eternal God is your refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms. Ps 46 We’re gathered to remember and celebrate and mourn the loss of Connie, Constance, Mom, Grandma. This is a very difficult time, and so we are wise to call upon the God ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Mark A. Barber avatar

    Jesus And The Resurrection: A Funeral Sermon

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Oct 25, 2023
     | 1,835 views

    It is at the time of death of a loved one that we must come to grips with our own mortality.

    Because He preached unto them Jesus and the resurrection (Acts 17:18) ? When we come to death, we have to grope with its consequences. The philosophers at Athens had groped in the dark to try and find meaning in life. When we have to face death at this place, we are forced to deal with the ultimate ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Funerals Better Than Parties Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Mar 19, 2006
    based on 50 ratings
     | 20,214 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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    Be Encouraged (A Funeral Message) Series

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Aug 7, 2014
    based on 3 ratings
     | 35,158 views

    A service of encouragement and thanksgiving for a life well lived. For a life cut short by illness.

    Reading: 1 Peter 1:3-9 ..... was a great encourager. She would always have a word of encouragement for Rochelle and I in regards to how a service had gone. When I saw her last Saturday her words were again encouraging hoping that the service went well for us on Sunday. We celebrate her life today ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Attending My Own Funeral Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 24, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 16,646 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

  • Dr. JWT Spies avatar

    Honorable Discharge

    Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Mar 17, 2020
     | 7,001 views

    One of the amazing facts about a Christian is that we serve in the army of the Lord.

    Roll Call: Staff Sgt. Lonnie Terry Staff Sgt. Glenn Robinson Pvt. First Class John Girdle Intro: One of the amazing facts about a Christian is that we serve in the army of the Lord. I’ve never been in the natural army but I heard that an enlisted member of the United States Armed Forces may be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Funeral For A Godly,faithfull Women

    Contributed by Gerald Van Horn on Jan 22, 2007
    based on 52 ratings
     | 169,415 views

    She always had a smile and a warm greeting for everyone she met.

    THE FUNERAL OF A FAITHFUL GODLY WOMAN By Gerald Van Horn On behalf of the family of Neasha, I wish to thank each of you for being here today and though today is a very difficult day, the scriptures make this promise: Psalms 46:1-3 says, “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    Heaven (A Funeral Sermon)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 15, 2022
     | 4,040 views

    I want to read from a text that is similar to the situation we have today. It is from John 11:1-15. Also, I would like to read John 14:1-4 for your comfort.

    Most of us who plan to take a trip to a foreign country go to the county library, or borrow some books from a friend, and begin to read about what we can expect when we arrive in that distant land. As you know ______________ has recently taken a trip, and we are going to the Word of God to see ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    A Funeral For A Still Born Child

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 3, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,653 views

    This was a message I delivered at the funeral for a child who had been born "still born".

    (Funeral for a stillborn held at the church building) During the viewing time I had an opportunity to talk with the mother (of the stillborn’s) son. He’s about 4 years old and was playing at reading a Bible in the back pew. I asked him if he knew what book he was “reading”. “Yeah,” he replied. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Perry Greene avatar

    Funeral - Sudden Heart Attack

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 16, 2021
     | 3,225 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

  • Michael Stark avatar

    A Funeral Sermon For A Dear Friend

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 15, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,451 views

    This dear woman requested that the message of Christ be clearly presented at her funeral.

    Among the most difficult messages for a pastor to deliver is a funeral message for a godly member of the congregation. Among the easiest messages for a pastor to prepare is a funeral message for a godly member of the congregation. Messages for the vibrant child of God are easy to prepare because ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bobby Stults avatar

    Our Grief Is Not Without Hope!

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Nov 1, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 19,676 views

    A Funeral Sermon for a Christian (Sudden Death)

    This sermon is NOT an original, as I have borrowed from an outline I discovered in my studies...This was an actual funeral sermon but I have removed the name... Date Written: November 1, 2006 Date Preached: November 2, 2006 Sermon Details: Sermon Series: Funeral Service for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist