Sermons on Courage When Facing Death:

Funeral Sermon: When Good People Die Young Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 5, 2025

As we reflect on the untimely death of a good person, let us remember that their departure is not in vain, and God has a purpose that is beyond our understanding.

Funeral Sermon: WHEN GOOD PEOPLE DIE YOUNG By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 57:1-2 (KJV) The righteous perisheth, and no man layeth it to heart: and merciful men are taken away, none considering that the righteous is taken away from the evil to come. He shall enter into peace: they shall ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 57:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

30 The Third Death Wish Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Feb 11, 2021

This is the 30th of 31 Devotions in a series called, 'The Church Called Jonah,' and is entitled, The Third Death Wish. It's about Jonah's wish to die because of the plant which God removed.

# 30 - The Third Death Wish Jonah 4:8b-9 – “Then he wished death for himself, and said, “It is better for me to die than to live.” 9 Then God said to Jonah, “Is it right for you to be angry about the plant?” And he said, “It is right for me to be angry, even to death!” Then he wished death for ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:8-9, 1 Corinthians 4:7, 1 Peter 4:17, 1 Corinthians 6:20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Grand Finale Series

Contributed by David Owens on Aug 19, 2012

In this last sermon in our series, we witness Elijah's exciting exit and learn some things about how to face the end of our own lives.

Introduction: A. You all know what a “grand finale” is, right? 1. The grand finale is the very exciting or impressive ending of a performance or a show. 2. Well, I guess someone in rural Arkansas didn’t know the meaning of the phrase. 3. Some of our relatives attended a 4th of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Servant Leaders Unto Death

Contributed by William Mouser on Mar 11, 2005

James’ and John’s request to sit on either side of Christ in His kingdom leads Jesus to expound the ultimate cost of being His disciple.

Seventeen Trinity Mark 10:35-45 Servant Leaders unto Death Many years ago, when I was in seminary, I learned a valuable lesson about Bible study. I often recount this story, because it is one of the more valuable things I brought with me from those seminary years. Dr. S. Lewis Johnson told us ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Crossover PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 27, 2025

Trusting God at life’s uncertain crossings requires both faith and obedience, as He calls us to step forward and follow Him into the unknown.

Have you ever stood at the edge of something new—heart thumping, hands trembling—wondering how you’ll make it across? Maybe it’s a decision you can’t delay, a diagnosis you didn’t ask for, a door you’re afraid to open, or a river of unknowns that seems swollen and wild. You can hear it rush; you ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-9

Topics: Courage, Conviction

43. Resurrection - Defeating Death Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 7, 2018

If Jesus remained in the grave, all His previous saving work would be for naught!

[IN GOD’S IMAGE 43 – RESURRECTION - DEFEATING DEATH] This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:11, Revelation 1:18, Hebrews 2:14-15, 1 Corinthians 15:20, John 5:16-17, Hebrews 10:11-13, John 20:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian Church

Angel Of Light & Angel Of Death PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 18, 2024

This sermon emphasizes that amidst life's changing seasons, Jesus remains our steadfast refuge, guiding us through trials and comforting us in times of distress.

Greetings, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is a blessing to gather here today in the house of the Lord, to delve into His word, and to find comfort, strength, and wisdom in the divine truths that He has graciously revealed to us. In the ebb and flow of life, we often find ourselves caught ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8, John 14:1-7, Psalm 34:18

Topics: Broken-Hearted, Close To

Beyond The Death Of Your Child

Contributed by Carlton Coon on Aug 25, 2024

Funeral Sermon for an infant.

Beyond the Death of Your Child On a number of occasions I’ve stood in situations similar to this. From the age of infants the same age to adult children who fell prey to addiction. I’ve never felt adequate to the moment. There are no right words that eliminate the pain. I have a theology that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:19-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Study Of Jesus' Death And Resurrection Series

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Jul 21, 2015

The Study Of Jesus' Death And Resurrection

The Study Of Jesus' Death And Resurrection Matthew 28:1-10 (KJV) 1 In the end of the sabbath, as it began to dawn toward the first day of the week, came Mary Magdalene and the other Mary to see the sepulchre. 2 And, behold, there was a great earthquake: for the angel of the Lord descended from ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Foursquare

Jesus 1, Death 0

Contributed by John Beehler on Mar 13, 2002

Death has been swallowed up in victory...for good!

Jesus: 1, Death: 0 There is a true story of a chaplain at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, Pennsylvania. A few years ago an event happened late one night while she was on duty. She was called to the bedside of a woman who had a severe heart attack. By the time she got there the ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Wisdom - A Matter Of Life And Death Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Apr 21, 2007

What difference does it make if you’re wise or not? And what’s so important about being wise? Because if you follow God’s way you will live.

What difference does it make if you’re wise or not? And what’s so important about being wise? Why does God spend so much space in his written word on encouraging us to be wise? Well today’s passage goes some way in answering those sorts of questions. In fact what we find here is first a warning, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 7:1-36

Denomination: Anglican

Murder Or Mercy: The Death Of Potential

Contributed by Ron Auch Jr on Apr 18, 2025

Because of the deep place murder holds in the heart, most of the time we tend to even ignoring God’s forewarnings.

“Murder or Mercy” The death of potential I find the simplicity of this statement striking, especially in how it contrasts murder and mercy. Today we are focusing on the contrast between personal choices and God’s mercy. We will also be connecting this idea to how people often take their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:14-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Let’s Disarm Death

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on May 28, 2018

WE must work to disarm the Devil to have victory in death.

LET’S DISARM DEATH Hebrews 11: 9 By faith he sojourned in the land of promise, as in a strange country, dwelling in tabernacles with Isaac and Jacob, the heirs with him of the same promise: 14 For they that say such things declare plainly that they seek ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Irritation: Facing The Problem Before The Promise.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 3, 2026

In real daily life we face many IRRITATIONS and FRUSTRATIONS. These obstacles are opportunities to release miracles. Goliath was David's opportunity to arise.

IRRITATION: THERE IS ALWAYS A PROBLEM BEFORE THE PROMISE By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) ON THE WORLD WIDE AVERAGE WHAT IS THE DEADLIEST ANIMAL IN THE WORLD? LIONS kill on the average of 200 people annually. HIPPOS on average kill 500. ELEPHANTS kill ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:7, 1 Samuel 1:7, 1 Samuel 17:7-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Four Lies About Death Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Feb 16, 2007

A biblical response to common myths about life after death.

Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO What Happens When a Person Dies Series Four Lies About Death Hebrews 9:27-28 A book of children’s letters to God contains this entry: Dear God, what is it like when a person dies? Nobody will tell me. I just want to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:27-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ