Sermons on Death Preparation:

Faithful Even Unto Death

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 18, 2002

For the child of God, heaven is our ultimate destination. But from salvation to glory there are three vitally important "way stations" that are a part of our Christian pilgrimage.

FAITHFUL EVEN UNTO DEATH II Kings 2:1-12 For the child of God, heaven is our ultimate destination. But from salvation to glory there are three vitally important “way stations” that become a part of our pilgrimage. We find them suggested in II Kings 2:1-12. Elisha’s dedication to Elijah might ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Coping With Death - With Or Without Jesus

Contributed by Charles Degner on May 2, 2003

What would it be like to face death without Jesus? Because Jesus lives, we won’t have to find out!

How do you cope with the idea of death without the resurrection? Walt Disney made a stab at it in the cartoon classic, “The Lion King.” The little lion’s father died. But you don’t have to be afraid. You don’t have to be sad. Because after all, it’s all about the “circle of life.” Life and ...read more

Scripture: John 20:10-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Life After Death- Proven!!? Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on May 8, 2003

A Seeker Sermon looking at Near Death Experiences and whether life continues after death. It concludes- yes it does, and Jesus holds the keys to life, death and eternity

Life after death- proven?! WBC 11 May 2003 1) Brain- CONTINUITY In discussing ‘life after death’ I just want to recognise - pain in living WITH death o illness o loss - this discussion can all seem hypothetical, clinical, dwarfed by that - the mystery of much of this. I’m not able to give you a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31, 2 Corinthians 5:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

How To Face Death With Confidence

Contributed by John Hamby on Mar 13, 2003

Funeral for a Christian Lady

Funeral Service for _____________ “How To Face Death With Confidence” 2 Timothy 4:6-8 “For I am now ready to be offered, the time of my departure is at hand. (7) I have fought the good fight, I have finished my course, I have ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Love Is Stronger Than Death Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Mar 5, 2004

Moses, Pt. 1 of 15

MOSES THE SERVANT OF GOD Moses led a colorful, controversial and commended life. He was The Prince of Egypt, the Giver of the Law (John 1:17), and God’s Faithful Servant (Heb 3:2, 5). A man more humble than anyone else (Num 12:3), he spoke to God face to face, as a man speaking with his friend (Ex ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

From Death Unto Life

Contributed by Ian Johnson on Jul 4, 2005

“I assure you, those who listen to my message and believe in God who sent me have eternal life. They will never be condemned for their sins, but they have already passed from death into life.

Imagine if your family believed you had died! And had taken care of your affairs, sold your home and your car, distributed your possessions to the poor, Cancelled all your bank accounts and insurances, only to find that you were alive, you stand there with nothing,, there is nothing in your bank ...read more

Scripture: John 5:24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Victory In The Valley Of The Shadow Of Death

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jul 12, 2005

As cool and good as the valley, it is a place where terrible animals are found.

PSALM 23:4 “ Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for thou art with me; thy rod and they staff, they comfort me.” Valley Deep hollow between mountains; a low land flanked on both sides by high lands. It always has deep waters, streams, and wells ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Is The Meaning Of Jesus Death? Series

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Sep 11, 2006

Look with us at three reasons behind Jesus death.

This is the second sermon in a series on John 3:16. The first sermon examined the question “What Is God Like?” Today we examine the question “What Is The Meaning of Jesus Death?” In John 3:16 we read that God “gave His only begotten son.” What is the meaning behind that gift? Jesus death had a ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

A Good Death, A Blessed Conflict

Contributed by Paul Decker on Mar 26, 2006

We have good news to tell.

A GOOD DEATH, A BLESSED CONFLICT Acts 7.54-8.8 S: Proclamation C: Purpose of the Community Th: A People with Purpose KW: Comparisons TS: The story of Stephen’s death demonstrates three comparisons between good and evil. Pr: WE HAVE GOOD NEWS TO TELL. Type: Narrative I. REVELATION ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:9-25

Denomination: Baptist

Death From Gods Perspective

Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Jan 27, 2005

Most of us have experienced death from a human perspective, but I wonder how many of us have considered death from God’s perspective? This is what we are going to do in this sermon...

“Death From God’s Perspective” Illustration: • Ask if anyone is familiar with D.L. Moody (Northfield Ma. An evangelist of the 19th century) • Thursday, December 21, 1899, after cutting short a Kansas City preaching engagement and returning home in ill health, D. L. Moody told his family, "I’m ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-15

Denomination: Orthodox

Servant Leaders Unto Death

Contributed by William Mouser on Mar 11, 2005

James’ and John’s request to sit on either side of Christ in His kingdom leads Jesus to expound the ultimate cost of being His disciple.

Seventeen Trinity Mark 10:35-45 Servant Leaders unto Death Many years ago, when I was in seminary, I learned a valuable lesson about Bible study. I often recount this story, because it is one of the more valuable things I brought with me from those seminary years. Dr. S. Lewis Johnson told us ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

There Is Life After Death In This Life

Contributed by Jerry Gatson on May 14, 2004

IF YOU LOOSE EVERYTHING, BUT YOU STILL HAVE JESUS, YOU HAVE ENOUGH TO START AGAIN!

THERE IS LIFE AFTER DEATH IN THIS LIFE TEXT – John 11:25-26 – Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live: and whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never die. Believest thou this? There is life after this life. ...read more

Scripture: John 11:25-26

Denomination: Charismatic

One Minute After Death.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jun 7, 2004

Where will you be one minute after death?

One minute after death. Revelation 14:6 -- 13. 06/06/04 If you will, turn to the last book of the Bible, the Revelation, and chapter 14. This morning I want to preach on this subject, one minute after death. Where will you be one minute after death? We are talking about something that is ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:6-13

Denomination: Baptist

When Illness Leads To Death Series

Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 2, 2006

Final message on series “Illness Through the Eyes of Faith.”

WHEN ILLNESS LEADS TO DEATH John 11:1-44 INTRO: Many of you enjoyed the Mary Tyler Moore show. One of the most famous episodes was about Chuckles the Clown. In this episode, a clown named Chuckles is killed in a bizarre accident. He was dressed as a giant peanut at a parade. An elephant thought ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Baptist

Christ Tasted Death For Everyone

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Oct 7, 2002

Pentecost 20(B) - OCTOBER 6, 2002- Christ tasted death for everyone as the perfect Sacrifice and as our brothers’ Keeper.

CHRIST TASTED DEATH FOR EVERYONE HEBREWS 2:9-11 OCTOBER 6, 2002 HEBREWS 2:9-11 9But we see Jesus, who was made a little lower than the angels, now crowned with glory and honor because he suffered death, so that by the grace of God he might taste death for everyone. 10In bringing many ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:9-11

Denomination: Lutheran