Sermons on Defend The Resurrection:

Happy [orthodox] Easter!

Contributed by Simon Rundell on May 15, 2002

The difference in dating Western and Eastern Easter

In the name of the +Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen (the organist strikes up the first line of “Jesus Christ is Risen today”) Yes, Happy Easter! Jesus Christ is risen today! Now, we know that the resurrection of Jesus Christ Our Lord and Saviour is proclaimed each and every ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-21

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Back To The Grind

Contributed by Brian La Croix on May 15, 2002

A sermon encouraging people to not go into "let down" mode after the Easter holiday.

Back to the Grind? Various Scriptures (April 7, 2002) Introduction Last week I mentioned that because of the resurrection of Jesus, we can avoid the despair of defeat, approach the potential of the present, and anticipate the hope of heaven. And today I want to expand that second point a bit, by ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-4, Philippians 2:4

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Wrong Side Of Easter

Contributed by Howard Parnell on Sep 17, 2002

There are two sides of the Easter story. The side of darkness and death and the side of resurrection and life.

THE WRONG SIDE OF EASTER Mark 16:10 INTRO. Here are the followers of Jesus "weeping and mourning" but just fifty days later they would be in great joy, singing psalms and telling of their great experiences with Christ. The difference is as dramatic as the reason. That is, in our text, the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:10

Denomination: Baptist

The Final Four

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Sep 27, 2002

Jesus is trying to reach you

Introduction A. Mean Nothing, Impact Zero 1. Final Four Season – Basketball season that is a) Oklahoma Sooners won 1st bid b) Last night Indiana Hoosiers sercured their spot (1) 1st final four berth since 92 c) Today will decide whether it will be (1) Maryland or Connecticut (2) Kansas or ...read more

Scripture: Mark 20:17-19, Luke 19:28-41

Denomination: United Methodist

Written In Red

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Sep 27, 2002

Jesus shed his blood for you.

Sermon: Written in Red Luke 24:1-9 March 31, 2002 - Easter I. Introduction A. Learning about words can be fascinating, educational, and useful in everyday life. I mean 1. “May God bathe you in blood”* (from Liberty Island Newsletter - Wilfred Funk, Word Origins New York: Bell Publishing ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-9

Denomination: United Methodist

Easter Sunrise Service

Contributed by Tommy Hames on Oct 5, 2002

A message for an Easter sunrise service

I. THE EMPTY TOMB – Luke 24:1-12 II. THE ROAD TO EMMAUS – LUKE 24:13-35 A. Emmaus was about seven miles away. B. As they communed and reasoned Jesus drew near, but they didn’t know him. C. The disciples were: 1. Sad about the death of Jesus. 2. Disillusioned because they thought he had been ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-53

Denomination: Baptist

Betrayed And Sentenced Series

Contributed by Tommy Hames on Oct 5, 2002

The betrayal and sentencing of Jesus Christ.

This entire Easter message series includes: #1 - Betrayed and sentenced - John 18:1 - John 19:6 #2 - Dead and Buried - Matthew 27:27-61 #3 - Alive and Risen - Matthew 28:1-10 I. JESUS IN THE GARDEN – John 18:1-12 A. The garden was a place that Jesus and the disciples often resorted to. B. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Dead And Buried Series

Contributed by Tommy Hames on Oct 5, 2002

The death and burial of Jesus Christ

This entire Easter message series includes: #1 - Betrayed and sentenced - John 18:1 - John 19:6 #2 - Dead and Buried - Matthew 27:27-61 #3 - Alive and Risen - Matthew 28:1-10 INTRODUCTION Last week we saw in the scriptures how Jesus Christ was betrayed by Judas, deserted by his disciples, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:27-61, Psalm 22:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Alive And Risen Series

Contributed by Tommy Hames on Oct 5, 2002

Jesus Christ is alive and risen!

This entire Easter message series includes: #1 - Betrayed and sentenced - John 18:1 - John 19:6 #2 - Dead and Buried - Matthew 27:27-61 #3 - Alive and Risen - Matthew 28:1-10 INTRODUCTION Jesus Christ was betrayed and sentenced to death. He was beaten and hung on a cross. He died upon that ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Easter

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Oct 25, 2002

A salvation call.

31, March 2002 Dakota Community Church Easter The Day That Changes Everything Introduction: We are celebrating the focal point of human history. How the message of Easter has changed my life. Five Truths You Might Miss If All You’re Looking For Is Chocolate Eggs: 1. Heaven is a free ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:4-6, 1 Corinthians 15:3-8

Denomination: Mennonite

Who Wants To Know?

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Oct 25, 2002

Questions Jesus asked after the ressurection.

28, April 2002 Dakota Community Church Who Wants To Know? 7 Questions of Christ After the Resurrection Introduction: One month has passed since Easter Sunday, this week I was thinking about the events that followed the resurrection. I discovered that Jesus asked seven Questions and that they ...read more

Scripture: John 20:11-17, Luke 24:12-16

Denomination: Mennonite

Target Group Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 12, 2002

This is the 2nd sermon in the "Who Is Jesus Christ?" series. This sermon follows the footsteps of Jesus to see who He ministered to.

Sunday Morning February 17, 2002 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: Who Is Jesus Christ? [#2] TARGET GROUP 1 Timothy 1:15-17 Introduction: 1. Last week we learned that Jesus did not come to this earth to make us better. Jesus came to resurrect us from the dead. 2. Jesus said He came to seek ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:15-17, 1 Timothy 1:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Hope Found In Love

Contributed by Wayne Searls on Feb 13, 2002

A sermon exploring the measure of God’s love for mankind.

THE HOPE FOUND IN LOVE John 15:13 TEXT: Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. PROPOSITION: To present a salvation gospel message. INTRODUCTION: I. HOPE IS FOUND IN THE MEASURE OF GOD’S LOVE FOR US "Greater love ..." Application: God made mankind ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13

Denomination: Nazarene

Be Cracked Open

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Feb 18, 2002

The resurrection is the biggest Easter egg ever dropped into human existence.

Easter Sunday April 15, 2001 (Written with assistance from a sermon by Leonard Sweet, "Crack Open Some Easter Eggs and Be Cracked Open" at www.preachingplus.com) INTRODUCTION How many of you have participated in an Easter egg hunt this spring? (Either searching for eggs, hiding eggs, or ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Celebrate Jesus

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Feb 18, 2002

Jesus’ victory over death brings celebration to life! A message for Easter Sunday.

Easter Sunday April 23, 2000 INTRODUCTION Chippie the parakeet never saw it coming. One minute he was peacefully perched inside his birdcage, and the next he was sucked in, washed up and blown over. His problems began when Chippie’s owner decided to vacuum out his bird cage. She ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ