Sermons on Death Wish:

My Shepherd (Psalm 23)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 14, 2026

Who is our shepherd?

There is a Shepherd who laid down His life for His sheep, who is He? Do His sheep know Him? Do they listen to His voice? Let’s begin in Psalm 23. If the Lord [Yahweh] is the shepherd of our flock, will we be in want, lacking anything that we need? The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. (Ps ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Unsurpassed In Distress

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 13, 2024

If we are not very careful, we could see today’s readings from God’s Word as panic-inducing warnings causing fear and hatred

Thirty-Third Sunday in Course 2024 When I see the dread words about “a time unsurpassed in distress since nations began until that time,” there comes to mind from my own family’s history several events that were so advertised before they happened. In fact, we just completed an election cycle that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-32, Hebrews 10:18, Hebrews 10:11-14, Daniel 12:1-3

Denomination: Catholic

Jesus Has A Contract Out On You

Contributed by Perry Fowler on Feb 7, 2024

Jesus, before He died said: “ This cup is the New Covenant in my blood.” What is this “New Covenant?” This “covenant” or “contract” is full of fine print of terms and conditions. As we read this passage we learn several things about the contract. What do we learn?

How many of you love to read contracts or “terms and conditions?” Most of us don’t pull out the most recent contract we have signed and read over the terms and conditions do we? Do you have a problem sleeping? I encourage you to go find your mortgage contract and read it tonight or perhaps the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 8:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Sacrifice

Contributed by John Oscar on Jun 8, 2025

Recognizing people who have given their lives for others on Memorial Day weekend

The Sacrifice May 25, 2025- Memorial Day (E-Service, plumbing issue) Scripture- John 15:12-14 Introduction: A Day to Remember and Reflect This weekend we are celebrating Memorial Day. This is a time of remembrance and gratitude. It’s a time when we look to the sacrifice of the brave men and ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sermon 3 - Into The Warm Arms Of God Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 9, 2025

What is the state of people after they die before the final resurrection at the second coming of Jesus? We want the comfort of knowing that our loved ones are safe in the arms of God. What does the Bible say about this?

A. We are in a sermon series called Eternal Questions…Biblical Answers. 1. So far in our series, we have talked about when Christ comes and when death comes. 2. Today, I would like to start with a Winnie the Pooh quote: “How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard.” 3. With ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-10, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14, Philippians 3:20-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Lord Is My Shepherd Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jul 1, 2024

David likens our relationship with God to a Shepherd and sheep. The Shepherd cares for, guides, and protects the sheep.

Summer in the Psalms 2024 Psalm 23 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church?06-23-2024 Resume I led a team to find a new Worship Arts pastor for our church a few years ago. We received over 200 resumes! I would take the resumes to a coffee shop and read each one slowly and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Hell: The Everlasting Home Of The Lost

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Aug 12, 2024

This sermon explores the reality of Hell, encouraging believers to face this truth fearlessly, secure in the salvation and hope offered by Christ.

Grace and peace to you, my beloved brothers and sisters. It is a joy to gather with you today, to share in the warmth of our fellowship, to feel the bonds of our shared faith, and to find solace and strength in the Word of God. We are indeed a family, united by the blood of Christ, bound by His ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31, Revelation 20:11-15, John 3:14-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Church's First-Century Martyr Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 6, 2024

Acts 6:8-7:60 shows us three ways God makes death into the servant of his believers.

Introduction After the coming of the Holy Spirit on the Day of Pentecost and Satan’s counter-attack, the first-century church is ready to begin its worldwide mission of telling everyone about Jesus. So far, the church has been composed only of Jews and restricted to Jerusalem. However, the ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

High Standards (Deuteronomy 17)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 5, 2025

What can we learn from God's high standards of conduct for ancient Israel? Let's look at Deuteronomy 17.

Why did God require sacrifices without defect? Does capital punishment deter evils? What were God’s standards for royalty? Does our king of kings far exceed those standards? Let’s look at Deuteronomy 17. Should a sacrifice not have any blemish or defect? You shall not sacrifice to the Lord your ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Choose Life (Deuteronomy 30)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 16, 2025

Do we have a choice? Did God place a choice before Israel? Let's begin in Deuteronomy 30.

Was Israel given a choice between life and death? What did God want them to choose? What is our choice? Let’s begin in Deuteronomy 30. Was there a prophecy of a return from a then future captivity of Israel? So it will be when all of these things have come upon you, the blessing and the curse ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Designer Immortality

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 11, 2025

The so-called “immortality” scientists are trumpeting is a counterfeit, a cheap knock-off to deceive us into thinking we’ve overcome death. Don’t be taken in.

For much of her life, Jeanne Calment’s big claim to fame was that she sold pencils to Vincent van Gogh in her youth. But by the time she died in August of 1997, this charming Frenchwoman had made her way into the Guinness Book of World Records for a grander accomplishment. She had become the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Wealth And The Fate Of The Wicked Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 17, 2025

Psalm 49:1-20 teaches us how to live in light of the certainty of death, particularly in a world consumed by wealth.

Introduction “What is the most significant problem that faces each person in the world?” This is the question that I typed into Microsoft’s Copilot. Here is Copilot’s answer: “Great question, Freddy. While many global challenges affect humanity, the most significant problem that faces each ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 49:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Legend Of Samara

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 26, 2025

Because Jesus conquered death and grants immortality at His return, believers can face the grave unafraid, resting in His resurrection promise.

Are you afraid of death? Afraid of that inevitable, inescapable moment when you and death will finally meet face-to-face? An Appointment in Samara An old Middle-Eastern tale still rings true. In bustling Baghdad, a merchant sent his servant to the marketplace. But the man soon returned, ashen ...read more

Scripture: John 11:25-26, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18, 1 Corinthians 15:51-53, Ezekiel 18:4, Revelation 3:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Light In The Darkness: A Call To Holiness

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Oct 26, 2025

Church, we are living in a time when the lines between light and darkness are blurred, when the world celebrates what it calls “harmless fun.” But I came to tell you today: God is not mocked! What fellowship does light have with darkness? What communion does Christ have with Belial?

OPENING ILLUSTRATION: Play the video “Ghouls, Grace and the Gospel.” INTRODUCTION: A PAGAN LEGACY Brothers and sisters in Christ, as the people of God chosen to walk in His marvelous light, we are called to live separated from the unholy ways of the world. Today, as we reflect on the culture ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Will You Remember Me?

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 27, 2025

God remembers us in life and in death; through Christ’s resurrection we are known, valued, and restored to everlasting, resurrected life with Him.

I. THE QUESTION THAT HAUNTS THE HUMAN HEART When I was a little boy, I used to imagine my own death. I didn’t understand theology, I didn’t know Greek or Hebrew, I didn’t know about immortality or resurrection. I only knew the ache inside a child’s heart. I would picture myself buried in the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-2, John 11:25, Luke 23:42, Isaiah 49:15-16, 1 Thessalonians 4:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist