Sermons on Death Conquerer:

The Last Written Words Of William Shakespeare Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Jun 24, 2007

This is evangelistic message using Willliam Shakespeare’s last will and testament as a spring board to share the good news.

The last written Words of William Shakespeare. William Shakespeare lived from 1546 -1616, his plays have been studied for centuries, he has an unrivalled position in the literary world, lots of people admire his wisdom and insight into human nature. Many phrases that we regularly use today come ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

Fear Not And Be Not Dismayed

Contributed by Gary Kins on Jun 25, 2007

This is a sermon on hope at the a time when people are anxious about death.

Fear Not and Be Not Dismayed "Then David said to his son Solomon, Be strong and courageous, and act; do not fear nor be dismayed, for the LORD God, my God, is with you. He will not fail you nor forsake you until all the work for the service of the house of the LORD is finished." 1 Chronicles ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When Sorrow Is In Tune With God

Contributed by Bruce Willis on Jul 4, 2007

This sermon deals with what can happen in our lives when we respond to sorrow in a godly way; it can bring about repentance, redemption as well as renewal.

Sorrow and heartache are common to all of us. To pass through life without feeling the hurt of disappointment, the sting of rebuke or the pain of unfulfilled desires is impossible. Sorrow is a part of life and it comes not only at the point of death, but at any sense of loss. The church at ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Out Of Body Experience

Contributed by Brian Buriff on Jul 10, 2007

Medical-death related "out of body" experiences, heaven/hell glimpses, and a look at remembering "your Creator before the silver cord is loosed...". A practical life-application message.

Eccl 12:6 "Remember your Creator before the silver cord is loosed…" I. OTHER VERSIONS "before the silver cord is severed" (NIV) "before the silver cord is snapped" (RSV) "before the silver cord is broken" (NASB) II. WHAT IS THIS SILVER CORD? A. “Cord” = chebel (kheh’-bel); a rope (as ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:6

Denomination: Church Of God

Heaven Is On My Side

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Jul 13, 2007

Why is Jesus standing? Because the Son of God has an interest in what is going on. Heaven has an interest in the child of God.

Heaven Is On My Side Acts 7:54-60 Stephen is being stoned for preaching the gospel. As the stones begin to strike him, he looks toward heaven. He looked up “steadfastly.” He fixed his eyes intently on heaven. Recognizing the danger and the effect his speech had produced – seeing that there was ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:54-60

Denomination: Baptist

A Safe Place

Contributed by Larry Elder on Aug 1, 2007

God desires that we sense that we are safe in this life. However, many of God’s people live life in fear rather than safety.

A Safe Place Vision Sunday Ps 16:1-3…Keep me safe, O God, for I have come to you for refuge. I said to the LORD, "You are my Master! All the good things I have are from you." The godly people in the land are my true heroes! I take pleasure in them! NLT Introduction: Every one of us in this ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

2 Big Questions

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Aug 1, 2007

Encouragement for those times when God seems silent.

Two Big Questions John 11 This story in our text is probably one of the most familiar stories in the New Testament. It is the story of the death and resurrection of Lazarus, and we’re all familiar with that ... how Jesus called Lazarus back from the dead. But I want you to look at perhaps an ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Baptist

Encourage One Another

Contributed by Terry Cavanaugh on Feb 7, 2009

This message is about the Christians hope in the face of death.

This morning we turn our attention to a subject that has confused and divided more churches and Christians over the century then perhaps any other. Today we are going to look at the second coming of Christ. As a child, our death and the second coming of Christ, it seems to me was used to “Scare ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

God Knows

Contributed by David Trexler on Dec 1, 2007

God knows things we do not and that my friends drives us crazy

Luke 21:5-19 November 18th 2007 In today’s Old Testament reading we hear, “See, the day is coming, burning like an oven, when all the arrogant and all evildoers will be stubble!” Pretty cool uh? But when? Then in the gospel reading Jesus teaches there will come a time when this beautiful temple ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:5-19

Denomination: Lutheran

What Is The Resurrection

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Dec 13, 2008

A few thoughts about John 11:24 I kow that he shall rise again

“What Is The Resurrection” John 11-21-25 12-14-2008 AM Key Thought: Vs. 24 “I know that he shall rise again” Where or what does your faith hold to? Does the resurrection have a place in your walk of Faith? If “NO” then what use does this Bible hold? If “YES” can you show me? I. There Is A ...read more

Scripture: John 11:21-25

Denomination: Baptist

Christ Offers Hope

Contributed by Chris Surber on Dec 22, 2008

This is a funeral sermon. I have modified it for general use.

“Christ Offers Hope” Revelation 21:1-7 Introduction Today we have gathered to celebrate the life of (NAME); [spouse, daughter, friend, etc.], and much more. Words are but shells which we try, in vain, to fill enough meaning to capture the depth of our loss and the extent of our grief. Today, it ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-7

Denomination: Christian Church

Eye Has Not Seen Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on May 1, 2008

Death is not an end but a midpoint, a beginning to the life that we were created to live.

Life After Death – Part 2: No Eye Has Seen Review why I am doing this series – because so many folks in our congregation have lost a loved one in recent months, and I have overheard some strange beliefs about the afterlife during the wakes. I want to address those beliefs and challenge them with ...read more

Scripture: Job 19:23-27

Denomination: Baptist

Die To Himself PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 3, 2023

Explores Elijah's despair, emphasizing the challenges of faith and the importance of trusting God's plan in times of difficulty.

Good morning, dear friends. It is a joy to be here with you today. We gather in this place of worship, in the presence of our Lord. We are united in our faith, our love for God, and our desire to understand His word. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to the book of 1 Kings. Specifically, we will ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:4

Topics: Death

Run To The Roar Series

Contributed by Mark Batterson on Oct 17, 2016

Chase the Lion is a 3 part series from Mark Batterson, pastor at National Community Church in Washington, D.C. The sermon is based off of the book, Chase the Lion. You can download a sermon kit at ChaseTheLion.com/churches

On September 11, 2001, four airplanes were hijacked by terrorists bent on evil. Two of the planes crashed into the Twin Towers in New York City. One of them crashed in a field in Stonycreek Township, Pennsylvania. And one plane crashed into the west side of the Pentagon, not far from where my ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:20-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

His Death - Nothing To Keep Us Apart Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Feb 25, 2008

The 4th message in the 7 week series Back To Christmas.

His Death Nothing To Keep Us Apart Back To Christmas (4) John 19:17-19, 25-30 Luke 9:23-25 Luke 14:25-27 Prayer Several years ago in Newsweek Magazine there was an article on how different religions view Jesus. They used the views of Jews, Muslims, Hindu’s, Buddhists and Christians. The article ...read more

Scripture: John 19:17-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ