Sermons on Cumulative Grief:

Earthen Vessels Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Nov 22, 2006

This sermon speaks of the fact that outwardly we decay - yet inwardly we can become stronger.

Earthen Vessels Paul writing to the church at Corinth, speaking about death writes these words in 2 Corinthians 4:16: Therefore we do not lose heart, but though our outer man is decaying, yet our inner man is being renewed day by day. Wouldn’t it be great if things could last forever? Clothes ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why? Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Nov 22, 2006

This is a funeral sermon that points to Jesus - He too asked "Why?"

Why? Today we are faced with a tragedy in our lives. We have felt disappointment and discouragement because we have come face to face with death - and we don’t like it. When these things happen we often ask the question, “Why?” Why has something like this happened? The problem is that we want ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Walking With The Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Nov 22, 2006

Psalm 23 is one of the best known passages in the scripture. We can find hope and comfort by knowing that the Good Shepherd walks with us.

Walking With The Good Shepherd For centuries the Twenty-third Psalm has been one of the most treasured passages in all the Bible. It has become so familiar that people of many religions recognize these words. The words are comforting and are often read at times such as this. Who does not know ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6, Psalm 23:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Funeral For Heather

Contributed by Douglas Mcculley on Apr 2, 2011

Addressing questions and grief for the family and friends of Heather, age 3, who died tragically.

Funeral Message for a Young Child Doug McCulley, doug.newjersey@yahoo.com ------------ Please Note: Born to Andrew & Darlene Kiss, on May 28, 1999 — Heather Rose was an exceptional child. She had suffered a stroke before birth and even though Doctors told Darlene and Andrew she probably ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:4-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Psalm 42 God Is Always With Us.

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Oct 5, 2009

Psalm 42, we are coping with grief, after whats been a horrible week.

Sermon 041009 Psalm 42 I’ve had a few things to celebrate this week…..etc. But it doesn’t always go according to plan; in fact some days do anything but go according to plan. I can remember a day when I was on faults (I was for years a faults-man in the power distribution industry) I was called out ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1-11

Denomination: Salvation Army

God's Word - God's Hope Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Dec 14, 2006

This is a funeral sermon that uses a variety of verses to bring hope to families who have lost a loved one.

God’s Word – God’s Hope I would take nothing away from the grief you feel today. I would not say everything is all right. Because it is not. We hurt. And we know we will hurt for a long time. When someone close to us dies we feel pain – we feel loss. Those are natural feelings. God made us ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Christmas Isn’t Happy

Contributed by Darryl Ward on Mar 26, 2017

A sermon about when Christmas isn't happy

Just over two years ago, my Christmas preparations were following a familiar pattern. I had presents to organise, functions to attend, and travel to book. And a sermon to finish. Then, everything was thrown into disarray, when I found out my friend Steve had died in hospital, following an ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

The Making Of Mara (Bitterness) Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Jan 25, 2011

God’s wondrous workings may take us through a deep struggle with sovereignty.

Scripture Introduction One old commentator wrote about our text: “Names are given to men and women, not only to distinguish them from each other, but also,—1. To stir them up to verify the meanings… of their names. Wherefore let every Obadiah strive to be a “servant of God,” every Nathaniel to be ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:19-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Ruth’s Story Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 24, 2011

Ruth was called a woman of noble and faithful character. The book of Ruth is a romantic drama of the life of a Godly non-Jewish woman who had trust in Jehovah-Jirah. She was also committed to staying with her grieving mother-in-law through the crisis of l

Series Intro: Series BC Justice League of Bible Super Heroes: In a world of chaos and destruction, many are called but few are chosen. Join us as we explore the events surrounding the lives of those biblical heroes; these are the true stories of the BC Justice League. ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:15-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Believing And Receiving Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 30, 2011

When we believe we will receive.

Believing and Receiving 1 John 3:19-24 Rev. Brian Bill 10/30/11 Early Monday morning, a mother from PBC received a phone that every parent dreads. Mitchell Robinson, age 16, was in an accident and had gone to be with Jesus. As a church family we extend our love and support to the immediate ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:19-24

Denomination: Baptist

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

The Resurrection And The Life

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jan 4, 2013

Death is a universal event

Verse 18-24-When death invades our homes and brings with it sadness, grief, sometimes division, discouragement, disillusionment and even defeat. Death is a universal event- Hebrews 9:27-And as it is appointed for men to die once, but after this the judgment, Gen. 3:19- In the sweat of your face ...read more

Scripture: John 11:18-27

Denomination: Baptist

Hope At The Graveside Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 9, 2014

Four hopeful truths about what happens when a Christian dies.

INTRODUCTION We’re coming to a passage of scripture that is one of my favorites in the entire Bible. It is the most important section of the Bible that gives us details about the second coming of Jesus. We’re going to camp out here in this passage for the next few weeks. June 30: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Long Ago In A Land Far, Far Away, No More Doubt

Contributed by Coz Von on Jul 26, 2015

Do you sometimes have doubt? These prophecies removes all doubt - permanently!

In the beginning was the Word, the was with God and He was God. By Him, all things were created that were created. " there is none like Him- He is the Alpha and the Omega - God with us! In times past He spake unto the fathers by the prophets and in these last days, He hath spoken unto us by His ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1, Isaiah 53:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Strong And Courageous Thru Change Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Nov 11, 2015

Remember, the same issues that Joshua and the Israelites faced we also face. We face change in our lives. We face stress. We face sorrow. When we face these times in our lives, God is commanding us to be strong in our actions and deeds and also to be

STRONG AND COURAGEOUS THRU CHANGE JOSHUA 1:1-9 INTRODUCTION “After the death of Moses” “Moses my servant is dead” The book of Joshua begins with these two phrases that probably will catch our attention here at NBCC today more than it would have a few months ago. The first ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ