Sermons on Culture Of Death:

Baptism Into Christ's Death Series

Contributed by David Baeder on Nov 8, 2008

This is the first of a series of sermons based on scriptures where a rhetorical question beginning with the phrase "Do you not know. . ." is asked. This sermon deals with the rhetorical question asked in Romans 6:3, "Do you not know that all of us who ha

Series: Do You Not Know? Sermon: Baptism into Christ’s Death Text: Romans 6:1-11 Do you know what a Rhetorical Question is? Of course you do. In fact, the question I just asked was a rhetorical question, wasn’t it? Oops! There I go again! A Rhetorical question is usually defined as any ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Peace In The Face Of Death Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 26, 2008

Exposition of Psalm 3:1-8 about David fleeing from Absalom, and turning to the Lifter of his head

Text: Psalm 3:1-8, Title: Peace in the Face of Death, Date/Place: NRBC, 11/30/08, AM A. Opening illustration: story of Polycarp and his facing death B. Background to passage: This is the first psalm attributed to David in the Psalter. But more than that, it is one with a circumstance, which gives ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 3:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Death, Life, And Grace Series

Contributed by Jim Heidebrecht on Jun 23, 2007

Sermon 6 in Galatians series.

Last week – Conflict in Antioch Paul’s public rebuke of Peter, who had stopped eating with the Gentiles because of pressure from Legalistic Jews who were treating Jewish Christians in Jerusalem harshly because of Peters association with Gentiles in Antioch. Paul’s basic argument with Peter was ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

Celebrating His Death

Contributed by Rich Vanarsdalen on Jun 25, 2007

Take a look into what exactly happened to this world at the death of the Lord Jesus Christ.

COMMUNION Celebrating His Death Introduction: We are celebrating the Lord’s Supper today in our service: I would like to seek to grasp the heart today of why communion is important to God – and one of the two ordinances that He has left us to practice in the church. Paul, inspired by the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:50-54

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Delightful Death Notice

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Apr 17, 2006

A Delightful Death Notice 1) Death: born in Adam 2) Death: died in Christ

With Canada taking a greater role in the peacekeeping operation of Afghanistan, hundreds of Canadian families are on edge. A late night phone call or an unexpected knock at the door sets hearts racing. Could it be bad news from the front? Has a roadside bomb claimed Dad? Receiving a death notice is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:19-26

Denomination: Lutheran

The Death Of Deliverance-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 29, 2010

Part 1 of a 2-part sermon. Mark related/described the chain of events surrounding Jesus’ death. Certain events transpired in bringing about the death of our Deliverance. But when does Deliverance die? 5 assumptions ensuring the death of Deliverance.

The DEATH of DELIVERANCE-I—Mark 15:1-47 Need: To grasp the significance of Jesus’ death on the cross & thus to wrest the Easter season from the confines of secular thinking. Mk. 9:30-32—“Then they departed from there & passed through Galilee, & He did not want anyone to know it. For He taught ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:1-47

Denomination: Baptist

The Death Of Deliverance-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 29, 2010

Part 2 of a 2-part sermon. Mark related/described the chain of events surrounding Jesus’ death. Certain events transpired in bringing about the death of our Deliverance. But when does Deliverance die? 5 assumptions ensuring the death of Deliverance.

The DEATH of DELIVERANCE-II—Mark 15:1-47 Need: To grasp the significance of Jesus’ death on the cross & thus to wrest the Easter season from the confines of secular thinking. Mk. 9:30-32—“Then they departed from there & passed through Galilee, & He did not want anyone to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:1-47

Denomination: Baptist

Life From Death? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 4, 2010

Modern day Sadducees still teach that a bodily resurrection is unbelievable. For what 3 reasons do they reject a teaching that is so obviously Biblical?

(This was the last in our series "The Upside Down Teachings of Jesus" and to emphasize that theme, we played the video "Blindness" found through sermoncentral. If you’ve not seen it it is worth the time to prevue it’s powerful message). OPEN: His name was Roger Williams and he was a famous 17th ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:23-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

From Death To Life Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 24, 2010

Paul persecuted Christians of the early church with a ferocious intensity. That is until he encountered Jesus. Meeting Jesus turned Paul's life around. He, who was dead, experienced new life.

Acts 9:1-6 “From Death to Life” INTRODUCTION Almost all of us have experienced a life changing event in our lives. The people who worked at the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001 (but missed being at work that morning) share that their lives have been changed. For many of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Hope In The Shadow Of Death

Contributed by Darrell Vaughn on May 12, 2010

An encouraging Funeral message for my earthly brother age 57 in passing. Can be modified to fit any situation as true hope to the living.

A little girl lived near a cemetery, and often had to walk through it after dark. When someone asked her, “Aren’t you ever afraid?”, she answered, “Oh, no! My home is just on the other side.” The best way for me to begin this sermon today, is to ask the question; ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Helps With Death

Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 17, 2006

Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead encourages us in ministering to those who have lost loved ones.

JESUS HELPS WITH DEATH John 11:1-46 INTRO: Many different people help with death. Doctors and nurses work to prevent death and to help people die in comfort. Insurance personnel urge people to protect loved ones. Funeral directors help bury the body. Many people help us with our deaths. Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-46

Denomination: Baptist

When Death Is Precious

Contributed by Virgil Watson on Nov 24, 2006

Although the bereaved may find it difficult to comprehend the loss of a loved one , the Christian family can be comforted in knowing that death is precious to the Lord.

Dearly beloved, we are gathered together today to pay our last respects to _________________________ and to offer our condolences to family and friends. EULOGY: Born:_____________________ Passed:__________________ ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Death Of John The Baptist Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Aug 23, 2008

Part 7:The Great Commission - The death of John the Baptist, and how Jesus morned for him...yet, continued His ministry putting people before His own pain and grief.

The Great Commission Part 7 – John the Baptist Pastor Bruce A. Shields House of Faith – www.PS127.org : www.TruthDigest.org WELCOME † The Sermon on the Mount. † He and his Disciples and Apostles begin to travel from Galilee to Capernaum. † Jesus heals the Centurion’s servant. † He then has ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:14-16

Denomination: Bible Church

Life And Death Principles Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Oct 17, 2007

Exposition of Acts 7:54-8:4 regarding the martyrdom of Stephen and its application toward suffering believers

Text: Acts 7:54-8:4, Title: Life and Death Principles, Date/Place: NRBC, 10/21/07, AM A. Opening illustration: the story of Andrew Rivet from Piper’s sermon B. Background to passage: Stephen has just concluded his defense of himself with a blazing rebuke of the established religious authority. In ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Fear Factor-Death

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Oct 26, 2007

Message about the fear of death that grips our existence

Fear Factor – Death As Halloween approaches, death gets a bit more airplay. So let’s talk about it. It is a subject we don’t like to talk about. Especially, the Chinese who superstitiously avoid the number 4 because it sounds like the word for death! If anyone is jeopardy due to Chinese ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:14-15

Denomination: Evangelical Free