Sermons on Day Of The Dead:

The Living Among The Dead: A Portrait Of A Manipulated Destiny

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Apr 22, 2025

The situations of some people whose destinies are being manipulated by the enemy can be described as the living among the dead, but deliverance is possible through the power of the Lord Jesus Christ.

The Living among the Dead: A Portrait of a Manipulated Destiny Study Text: John 11:32-44, Revelation 3:1 Introduction: Lazarus was not supposed to die, because Jesus said his sickness was not unto death, but his destiny was manipulated. He died, and was buried four days before the Lord could ...read more

Scripture: John 11:32-44

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Is Dead??? "Is It Reasonable To Believe In God?"

Contributed by Brian Moon on Jun 27, 2002

2 part sermon that ask if it is reasonable to believe in God, and then if Christianity is the best picture of that belief in God.

God is Dead??? (Is it reasonable to believe in God) by Brian A. Moon Story – It was my first year at Palm Beach Atlantic College when a person I latter became good friends with ask me questions that I had never thought of growing up in the church. They ripped my faith apart with their arguments ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15, Matthew 22:37

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Remember Jesus Christ Raised From The Dead

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Nov 17, 2006

Pentecost 21(C) - As we remember Jesus Christ was raised from the dead, then we will also remember that God’s word is not chained and how our God will remain faithful.

REMEMBER JESUS CHRIST RAISED FROM THE DEAD (Outline) October 29, 2006 - PENTECOST 21 - 2 Timothy 2:8-13 * * * * * * * * * INTRO: What is important in your life? It all depends when that question is asked to figure out what is really important in one’s ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:8-13

Denomination: Lutheran

What Does A Dead Church Look Like?

Contributed by John Nadasi on May 1, 2003

What does the death of a church look like? What does it take for new life to take place?

Luke 24: 36-48 Paonia United Methodist Church May 4, 2003 A young, ambitious pastor was called to serve in a certain church. He was warned by his predecessor that this congregation was "dead".. It was not even worth trying to save it. But this pastor accepted the call because he believed with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:36-48

Denomination: Methodist

Dead-End Detours Along The Road To Forgiveness

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jul 10, 2002

This message unpacks 4 of the common reasons that people do not persevere on the journey of forgiveness.

Text: Galatians 6:1, 7, 9. - Our text sets the stage for what we want to discuss today. - Verse 1 places before us the call to forgiveness. This passage actually can be used in a much broader way, but given our immediate context this morning we’re dealing with the way this text applies ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Dead To Sin; Alive To God (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jun 30, 2008

What is it like to be "alive to God"?

12Therefore, do not let sin exercise dominion in your mortal bodies, to make you obey their passions. 13No longer present your members to sin as instruments of wickedness, but present yourselves to God as those who have been brought from death to life, and present your members to God as ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:12-23

Denomination: United Methodist

A Living Dog Is Better Than A Dead Lion Series

Contributed by Olusegun Ayobami Sanni on Jan 9, 2018

There is hope for everyone of us because “when there is life, there is hope” and a dead person, whatever important and noble he could have been cannot change anything.

Introduction: Dog was one of the most an unclean and despicable creature to the Jews; but a living one is better than a lion that is dead already. The most despicable living man’s state is preferable to that of the mot noble that has died impenitent. Thus it is better to be a live coward than a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Without Good Works Your Faith Is Dead Series

Contributed by James May on Oct 22, 2007

#9 in the Book of James Series deals with faith versus works in obtaining salvation.

#9 Without Good Works Your Faith is Dead Book of James Series By Pastor Jim May Tonight we are going to look at one of the oldest doctrinal battles to be found within the church. The battle to decide this issue has raged for centuries. It was an issue which brought turmoil and even dissention ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Part 8 - Sardis: The Church Alive But Dead Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on May 21, 2020

Can a church have the appearance of being alive organizationally but dead spiritually? Jesus identifies that church in his message to Sardis

Grace Community Church Winchester, VA www.gracecommunity.com View this sermon at https://youtu.be/3TRIaa_CqZQ Introduction We are now looking at the 5 of 7 Churches addressed to by Jesus himself in the Book of Revelation. These churches were located in the Roman Province of Asia Minor, which is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:62, John 14:26, 1 John 1:9-10, 1 John 4:1-4, Isaiah 1:18, Revelation 22:14, Ephesians 2:1, Ephesians 6:10-11, Revelation 3:1-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

"Are Your Prayers In The Dead-Letter Department?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 12, 2010

A sermon on prayer based on Luke 18:1-8 and 2 Corinthians 12:7-10.

2 Corinthians 12:7-10 Luke 18:1-8 “Are Your Prayers in the Dead-Letter Department?” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN No doubt you have heard about the Postal Service’s “Dead Letter Department.” That’s the place ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: United Methodist

A Grieving Friend, A Dead Girl And A Sick Woman

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 30, 2006

This sermon examines three stories of faith as found in 2 Samuel 1:1, 17 - 27 and Mark 5: 21 - 43.

Mark 5: 21 – 43 - A Dead Girl and A Sick Woman 2 Samuel 1:1, 17 - 27 Intro: This week has been a particularly difficult one for me. It seemed as though every time I started one project or task something or someone would interrupt and I was off in a different direction. That’s sort of how I ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Did Jesus Really Rise From The Dead? Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 3, 2004

History and the Bible agree on the fact that Jesus was crucified until He was dead.

Did Jesus really rise from the dead? The issue of the resurrection is the central reality for the faith of the church because without the resurrection there is no basis for faith. The reality is that there are many proofs for the resurrection that under gird and uphold the biblical teaching. So, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-8

Denomination: Church Of God

When Dead Bones Still Carry Power Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 16, 2025

This passage offers deep lessons on legacy, faith, divine power, and the enduring impact of a life yielded to God. It is a reminder that even when a man of God is no longer active, his influence, prayers, and anointing can still speak.

WHEN DEAD BONES STILL CARRY POWER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 13:14-21 Supporting Texts: Hebrews 11:4; Psalm 112:6; Proverbs 10:7; Acts 19:11-12; Isaiah 55:11 INTRODUCTION: The latter part of 2 Kings 13 presents two powerful scenes: the final prophetic encounter between Elisha and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 13:14-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I Am A Dead Man, A Teacher Of Truth.

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Apr 1, 2003

The Lord is calling the members of His Church Today to reach out into the community and become teachers of the word.

I am a Dead Man, a Teacher of Truth. HHM Pastor Jim Parisi March 30, 2003 The Lord is calling the members of His Church Today including Harvest House to reach out into the community and become teachers of the word. Firming up ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:8-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Strange, A God Who Raises The Dead 2 Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Aug 20, 2009

Part two of a two part sermon about Paul’s defense/testimony before Festus and Agrippa in Acts 25-26

Text: Acts 25:13-26:32, Title: Strange…A God That Can Raise the Dead, Date/Place: NRBC, 8/23/09, AM A. “…well my plan is to convince people that all they have to do to get to heaven is to be a religious person.” B. Background to passage: Recap briefly how we here. One of the responsibilities of a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist