Sermons on Death Of Lazarus:

If You Had Been Here

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 5, 2013

This message focuses on how we as Christians should be having an impact on the lives of others - that our presence should be felt in this world.

If You Had Been Here! Scripture: John 11:1-47 Introduction: My subject this morning as we celebrate our eleventh anniversary as a Church is “If You Had Been Here!” I have shared with you before that one of my favorite movies is “It’s A Wonderful Life.” It is the ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Revived To Die?

Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 9, 2009

What must it have felt like to be revived, only to know that you will die again? It is true of a church that has undergone revival. Some will even try to kill the revival. Embrace it, unbind it.

We always welcome visitors in our church from wherever they may come. But I do wonder today if we have any visitors from the other side. The other side, you know. No, I don’t mean the Catholics. I mean the other other side. Do we have any visitors from beyond the grave? Thus begins the sermon ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

I Am The Resurrection PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 2, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power of Christ's resurrection and the promise of eternal life, shaping our identity, purpose, and destiny as believers. Key

Welcome, beloved congregation, to this blessed gathering where we seek to immerse ourselves in the divine wisdom of the Holy Scriptures. We are here to deepen our understanding of the profound truths of our faith, to strengthen our spirits, and to nourish our souls with the Word of God. As we ...read more

Scripture: John 11:14-26

Topics: Resurrection Life

I Am...the Resurrection And The Life Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Jan 27, 2007

If we believe Jesus is the Resurrection and Life, we have hope God can take sidetracked lives, hopeless situations, and lost people and resurrect them and bring new life so we will see the glory of God manifested in our world today. We also have hope tha

Have you ever noticed life throws you curve balls? Things don’t seem to always go the way you had hoped or planned. Perhaps through no fault of your own, your life seems to be sidetracked, or perhaps you are not where you thought you would be right now at this stage of your life. Some of the big ...read more

Scripture: John 11:25

Denomination: Methodist

It Had To Happen…

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Apr 14, 2003

The time was near that God would loose his power through the resurrection

It Had To Happen… April 12, 2003 HHM Pastor Jim Parisi It Had To Happen… Something just had to happen. The time was near that God would loose his power through the resurrection How long can we let this go on they cried? Even when the devil thinks he has won by putting Jesus on the ...read more

Scripture: John 11:45-50

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hell Is A Real Place

Contributed by William D. Brown on Mar 7, 2008

Hell is a real place

HELL IS A REAL PLACE Luke 16:19-31 2-23-08 Today I’m going to talk for a little while about “hell”, its not a subject we hear a lot about these days but never the less its as real a place as heaven. Today the word “hell” is used loosely by some people, today its one of the most used words ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

Had I Known: The Sinner's Regret

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 21, 2025

The sinner’s cry at the end of life is one of regret, desperation, and hopelessness. But it is also a warning to those who are still alive. We have the opportunity to make the right choice now, to embrace Christ and live in light of eternity.

HAD I KNOWN: THE SINNER'S REGRET By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 16:19-31 Supporting Texts: Matthew 7:13-14, Revelation 20:11-15 INTRODUCTION: The story of the rich man and Lazarus offers us a powerful glimpse into the final reality of human choices. It serves as a sobering reminder ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Reality Of Hell Pt. 1

Contributed by James Stewart Jr. on Dec 17, 2003

This Sermon deals with Eternity for those who chose not to believe in Christ. This is a two part sermon.

Intro; This morning I want to preach on a subject that does not get a whole lot of preaching time. The Reality of Hell- Sheol or Hades The word “Sheol” means a “hollow subterranean place, “therefore “Hades” is a place of hollow emptiness and torment. It has “gates,” for Jesus said that the “Gates ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 66:23-24, Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

Decisions Have Lasting Results

Contributed by Wayne Mock on Feb 7, 2011

While there are many decisions that occupy our mind, many of these are decisions with temporary results. There are other decisions that are too often given lesser attention that have permanent, eternal results.

Those who play chess know that decisions made early in the game may very well have an irreversible effect on the outcome of the game. Decisions have lasting results. Too often those who make a decision to sample some drugs at the urging of another over time become addicted to drugs. Decisions have ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"I Am The Resurrection And The Life.” Series

Contributed by John Walls on Jun 7, 2012

Giving a greater love for the Lord Jesus

“I AM THE RESURRECTION AND THE LIFE.” John 11:25 Message #7 Introduction: Today we are going to continue in our journey in the book of John. I know I have said this before but this is my favorite book in the Bible. It has some much truth within its pages. In this chapter are the ...read more

Scripture: John 11:25

Denomination: Baptist

A Word To The Wise On Fearing God Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 5, 2013

Fear God? Seriously? I thought that was "so" Old Testament. But 18 times Proverbs repeats the theme that wise people will "fear the LORD". Can fearing God actually be a good thing?

OPEN: A policeman was walking his beat. I don’t know if he was writing a ticket or watching a suspicious individual, but he was distracted enough that he barely felt the tug on his coat. He turned, and there stood a little girl. “Can I help you?” the policeman asked her. “My mommy told me that if ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 9:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Some Aspects Of The Church From Its Beginning To The Marriage Supper Of The Lamb – Names Of The Church – Part 1 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Oct 3, 2023

In this first article in the Series we are looking at the formation and the biblical names for the Church. We look at Church, Bride, Body of Christ, Assembly, Pearl of Great Price, Spiritual House, and God’s Household. The universal Church is not that well understood.

SOME ASPECTS OF THE CHURCH FROM ITS BEGINNING TO THE MARRIAGE SUPPER OF THE LAMB – NAMES OF THE CHURCH – PART 1 [[A]]. THE INTRODUCTION TO THIS STUDY OF THE CHURCH These messages will look at the beginning of the Church, its members, its functions and a lot more things. The Marriage Supper of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:6-9, Ezekiel 16:8-21, Colossians 1:18, Colossians 1:24, Ephesians 4:12, Ephesians 5:25-27, Matthew 13:45-46, Revelation 5:9, Ephesians 5:27, Hebrews 12:22-23, Hebrews 10:24-25, John 14:1-3, Ephesians 2:19-21, 1 Timothy 3:15, Galatians 6:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Measure Upon Measure – Judgment And Condemnation – The Restoration Of God - Part 15 (Section 1) Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 27, 2025

(Revised) Adam and Eve had no concept, then, of what a curse would be in reality; what labour pains would be in childbirth; or what hard work and toil would involve in practice. They were condemned. Jesus was condemned for us and now – justification and pardon.

MEASURE UPON MEASURE – JUDGMENT and CONDEMNATION – THE RESTORATION OF GOD - Part 15 (Section 1) SPECIAL NOTE: The post before this one (Part 14) is an overall coverage of all Chapter 6 – the Judgement leading to Condemnation. The Lord restored all that and brought justification. I have ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:15-19, Genesis 3:12, Genesis 3:13, Genesis 3:24, Galatians 6:3, Romans 12:3, Romans 5:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Measure Upon Measure – The Glorious Conclusion – The Restoration Of God - Part 17 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 27, 2025

This last sermon draws it all together and we stand in awe at all that the Lord has done in addressing ALL the consequences of Adam’s sin. Then He has restored what Adam could never have had in full grace and mercy to the sinner. I have loved doing this series and hope you do also.

MEASURE UPON MEASURE – THE GLORIOUS CONCLUSION – THE RESTORATION OF GOD - Part 17 One more chapter remains, and that is to wrap up all that has gone before. It is advisable to read all that preceded this last conclusion. The whole lot is the wonderful story of redemption and the window on the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:6, Isaiah 53:10-12, Revelation 22:5, Revelation 21:3, Revelation 22:4, Revelation 21:4, Revelation 22:3, Revelation 22:2, Revelation 21:24-26, Psalm 69:4, Revelation 22:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hope Of New Life

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Apr 1, 2017

Hope is the basis of spiritual formation. It transforms us, drawing us closer to Christ so that others may be drawn to him.

They still tell the story at William and Mary College of daffy, magnificent President Ewell. For a century and a half, this prestigious Virginia school had been a leader among American universities. Then came the Civil War. In the hard days of reconstruction that followed, William and Mary went ...read more

Scripture: John 11:38-44

Denomination: Other