Sermons on Comfort For The Grieving:

The Power Of The Holy Spirit In Believers Life. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 17, 2019

The Holy Spirit is God (Acts 5:3-4). He is the third of three persons of God (Matthew 28:19 and I John 5:7, I Corinthians 11:3, Hebrews 1:1-2, and John 16:12-14).

God revealed to us by his Spirit which searches all things, even the deeper things of God. The Holy Spirit comes to abide within us as a Comforter and helper. It was the Holy Spirit moved men to write the very Word of God It is the Holy Spirit which guides us into all truth and will not speak on ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:19

Something Better Is Coming Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 30, 2012

This sermon discusses the hope we have because of the resurrection of Jesus. We know that there is something better for us after we die and we can be encouraged by that.

Introduction: A. The story is told of a young preacher who was preaching his first sermon. 1. He was a little nervous, and about ten minutes into his sermon his mind went blank. 2. All he could remember was what he was taught in his preaching classes to do when this kind of thing took place ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Stop The Madness, Part I

Contributed by Christopher Lanham on Apr 29, 2004

A lot of end times theology has come out Paul’s teaching in 1 Thessalonians - but what did Paul intend to teach?

Stop the Madness, Part 1 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 Cascades Fellowship CRC, JX MI July 6th, 2003 Pastor Chris Lanham “Heaven, Heaven Everybody talking about heaven ain’t going there Heaven, Heaven Going to shout all over God’s heaven.” So goes the chorus to one of the most beloved Negro ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

My Spirit Shall Not Always Strive With Man

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 3, 2015

Warning of Coming Judgement

Gen Ch.6 v.1 - 8 a) A Season of Apostasy - 6:1,2 And it came to pass, when men began to multiply on the face of the earth, and daughters were born unto them, 2 That the sons of God saw the daughters of men that they were fair; and they took them wives of all which they chose. b) A Season of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-8

Denomination: Holiness

A Forgiving Heart”

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Apr 2, 2023

This Palm Sunday, we’re continuing through our study on what a Christian heart looks like, with one of the most important aspects that should be at the heart of every Christian. And that is a forgiving heart. This is followed by just how vital having a forgiven and forgiving heart is.

A Christian’s Heart “A Forgiving Heart” Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mBDtCJO12I8 Whenever I counsel people when relational problems are present, I say that this one quality is the most important, but it is also the hardest to put into practice. Let me begin our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:32, Colossians 3:12-13, Luke 23:34, Isaiah 43:25, Matthew 6:12-15, Psalm 103:2-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

Communion At Christmas

Contributed by David Henderson on Jun 8, 2015

Brief message preceding Lord's supper on Christmas Eve

Communion at Christmas It is such a meaningful time when we celebrate the Lord’s Supper during the Christmas season. For many this season is often filled with gift buying and family time and usually eating more than we should. All of those things are good, maybe we could eat less but all ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Baptist

Uncomfortable Commitment

Contributed by David Henderson on Dec 29, 2014

This is a message for Christmas Eve used to introduce the Lord's supper.

It is such a meaningful time when we celebrate the Lord’s Supper during the Christmas season. For many this season is often filled with gift buying and family time and usually eating more than we should. All of those things are good, maybe we could eat less but all in all we do these things ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:17-30

Denomination: Baptist

Anchored Through The Storm PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 2, 2024

Now is the time to honor and mourn a life that has been lost. But it’s also a time to celebrate the hope of their reunion in eternity and the comfort that brings. It is hard for us to lose someone we love, but I also want to remind us that there is much to take comfort in as well. 1. Comfort In ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Topics: Funeral

Funeral Service PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 2, 2024

___ is the time to honor and mourn a life that has been lost. But it’s also a time to celebrate the hope of their reunion in eternity and the comfort that brings. It is hard for us to lose ___, but I also want to remind us that there is much to take comfort in as well. Comfort In Knowing Heaven Is ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:3-4

Topics: Funeral Service

Finding Humility Is Most Important Series

Contributed by Carlton Berry on Jul 15, 2022

Who is God and who is not God/

Illustration story: Child in S.S. drawing a picture of God. The child said when I get through then everybody can see what God looks Like. Moses EX. 33 – JN. 1:1 says no ONE has ever seen God But we also know that the WORD became flesh and dwelt among us. Jesus said himself If you have seen me, you ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

God's Guiding Hand

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jan 1, 2008

One of the greatest tragedies in the Bible is the killing of the innocents. As terrible as the story is, though, it does show us how God moves in the middle of tragedies and injustices.

Matthew 2:13-23 “God’s Guiding Hand” INTRODUCTION While we were celebrating the gift of Jesus with our family and friends, a lot was going on around the world. Bhutto was assassinated in Pakistan causing the country to more social and political upheaval. Several of our troops were killed in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Graveside Service For A Christian Man

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Aug 18, 2016

He is not gone, only gone out of our sight.

We have come to our final words for _____’s going home celebration. Let me share a poem that speaks comfort to our hearts. Near a shady wall a rose once grew, Budded and blossomed in God's free light: Watered and fed by morning dew, Shedding its sweetness day and night. As it grew and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:4

Denomination: Baptist

They Are In Heaven

Contributed by Troy Borst on May 15, 2003

A funeral sermon for a believer

THEY ARE IN HEAVEN VARIOUS PASSAGES We are gathered here today to mourn the loss of _______________. I want more than anything to comfort you in your grief. I want to encourage you that the Lord is ever so near in your time of tears, pain, and grief. I would like to share one simple phrase ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-4, Revelation 7:15-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Do Not Let Your Hearts Be Troubled

Contributed by Chew Chew on May 31, 2007

Funeral message for an elderly Christian brother

Text: NAS John 14:1 "Let not your heart be troubled; believe in God, believe also in Me. 2 "In My Father’s house are many dwelling places; if it were not so, I would have told you; for I go to prepare a place for you. 3 "And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Message Of The Empty Tomb Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 1, 2010

The women who followed Jesus discovered that the tomb was empty. Peter and the beloved disciples confirmed their discovery. For the rest of their lives, these people discovered how the empty tomb opened up God's kingdom to them.

John 20:1-18 “The Message of the Empty Tomb” INTRODUCTION Occasionally a Good Friday situation slips into our lives. These are situations that appear to be hopeless and beyond God’s power—times when we wonder if there will ever be life after death. For some Good ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Lutheran