Sermons on Death Inevitable:

The Hope That Is Found In The Resurrection (Hix)

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Apr 7, 2012

We need to know about a resurrection, about this blessed hope that is given to us, that there is something beyond the grave!

1 Peter 3:15-But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts, and always be ready to give a defense to everyone who asks you a reason for the hope that is in you, with meekness and fear; An Illinois man left Chicago for a vacation in Florida. His wife was on a business trip and was planning to meet him ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Shepherd's Claims

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 18, 2012

Jesus made two revealing points. 1. His sacrificial death was the very reason God loves His Son so much. God loves His Son just like any man loves his child. But God loves Jesus even more, in a more special way, because Jesus was willing to pay such a

As we move along in our study of the Gospel of John you might remember that last Sunday morning the message came from John 10: 1-16 when Jesus referred to Himself as the Good Shepherd. Tonight we will pick up there in verse 17. READ 17-18. This is the final proof that Jesus is the Good Shepherd ...read more

Scripture: John 10:17-42

Denomination: Baptist

Eulogy Richard Cheeks Sr.

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 13, 2011

Mr. Cheeks was a man who loved his family, but showed very little indication of acting upon a childhood profession of faith.

Eulogy Richard Cheeks Sr. by Rick Gillespie- Mobley John 14:1-14:7 Richard Cheeks was sent by God into this world on February 23, 1930. God had filled him with an abundance of possibilities for his life, but much of it would depend on the choices that Richard would choose to make. The same God ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Psalm 23:4 Part V "Even Though I Walk Through The Valley" Series

Contributed by Brad Henry on Aug 5, 2011

How to live this life and not fear death. How to stop existing and start living.

Psalm 23:4 “Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.” This is one of the most comforting verses in the bible. Basically it says that when I am walking in tough times, even to the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:4

Call 91:1 In Time Of Trouble (Psalm 91:1)

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Aug 18, 2011

My question has always been, if it's hard for a Christian then it must be non livable for an unsaved person.

Call 91:1 in time of trouble Psalm 91:1 He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. 2 I will say of the LORD, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him will I trust. This world is full of surprises, grief and sorrows and it's never easy ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

We Are Only Renting These Bodies Of Ours

Contributed by Charles Jones on Sep 7, 2011

On this earth every Christian is a renter, but in the world to come each of us looks forward to being a homeowner. Since this life is just a meager sojourn for us, our hope is anchored on heavenly horizons.

We Are Only Renting These Bodies of Ours For we know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, an house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens. 2 Corinthians 5:1 Have you ever rented a house or an apartment? Renting has its advantages but it ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hope For The Hopeless Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 2, 2013

When all hope seems gone, believe in Jesus even if your friends despise him; believe in Jesus even if he delays his help; and believe in Jesus even in the face of death.

William Alexander, in his book, The $64 Tomato, asks the question, “If you were doomed to live the same life over and over again for eternity, would you choose the life you are living now? The question is interesting enough,” he says, “but … the point of asking it is really ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Do Not Be Afraid

Contributed by Jackie Barker on Apr 3, 2013

Because Jesus has risen from the grave we have nothing to fear...

I have a confession to make. I am not a morning person. I mean really. It takes me about an hour to become human… so Tim has plied me with Coffee and spoken to me nicely for the last hour… so I should just be coming round about now. But in all seriousness – there is nowhere ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Will Sustain You In Grief?

Contributed by Bradley Berglund on Apr 6, 2013

Job gives to us three foundational truths that keep us believing that God is good when circumstances read the other way.

What Will Sustain You? Job 1:20-22; James 5:10-11 This message was preached the day after I had officiated at my aunt's funeral. She and my father had died within one week of each other near the Thanksgiving holiday. My mother was caught off guard. As we approached the stand next to the vault, ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:20-22

Denomination: Baptist

Choices We Make

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 12, 2013

When we sort through the implications of our choices, be they major or minor, how does a relationship with Jesus Christ figure into the equation? There is perhaps no greater choice facing us each and every day of our life than this choice. If you decide n

Opening illustration: Writing in the Wall Street Journal, Missy Sullivan noted that many user agreements, warranties, and disclaimers that come with products are nearly unreadable. Intentionally set in very small type, they actually discourage people from understanding them. Because of this, many ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:11-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Amazing Grace Part One

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 16, 2013

God's grace is unmerited and undederved favor with God. We ought to live our lives as not only physically alive but spiritually alive also.

God’s amazing Grace Part one Ephesians 2:1-10 Introduction- This morning we start a 2 week sermon on grace. God’s amazing grace and what benefits it means to each of us. Commercials are designed to create a picture of need and a picture of want. Words like “revolutionize ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Nazarene

God's Amazing Grace Part Two

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 16, 2013

God's grace is unmerited and undeserved favor with God. We ought to be living our lives no only physically alive but spiritually alive also.

Amazing Grace Part two Ephesians chapter 2:1-10 Ephesians chapter 2:1-10 Prayer Last week we started a two week message on God’s Grace. (Same verses) We saw that these words of the Apostle Paul paints a picture. It paints a picture of man’s need for God It shows that without God we ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Nazarene

Blessings Of Being A Christian

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Apr 24, 2013

Blessings of being a Christian. 1 - We have help for daily living 2 - We have provision for our needs 3 - We have confidence for death

INTRO. - ILL.- Two men boarded a coast-to-coast flight and were seated next to each other on the commercial plane. After breezing through the on-flight magazine, the first man turned to the other and asked, what do you do? The man replied: "I am a pastor of a church." "Oh," said the first ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3, Ephesians 1:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Live Until You Die Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on May 20, 2013

Paul was in prison and the Philippians were in poverty. How are we to face similar fearful times as followers of Jesus. Paul teaches us the key to this with just a short sentence. "For me to live is Christ."

Intro: Paul was in prison and the Philippians were in poverty. Have you ever wondered how some face fearful times with such faith. Paul is giving clear encouragement to us today. Our faith will overcome fearful times when we discover Jesus doesn’t add to our life He is our life. We as ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-26

Denomination: Baptist

“in Times Of Loss” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on May 28, 2013

What does god want us to know in times of loss?

We read in this passage how Isaiah saw a vision of the Lord and heard the voice of the Lord. The circumstances surrounding this experience was the death of Isaiah’s king and friend, Uzziah. We learn about king Uzziah in 2 Chronicles 26. Uzziah was a good king, until he allowed pride to make ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist