Sermons on Easter Changed Everything:

The Shepherds - I'll Change Series

Contributed by David Haun on Dec 21, 2003

Why in the world did God choose the Shepherds? There must have been better folk who could been visited. God chose the shepherds because of their characteristic that you and I need. They were open to change.

2003 CHRISTMAS SERIES, MESSAGE 4 THE SHEPHERDS "I’M OPEN TO CHANGE" Hope Christian Church December 21, 2003 Dr. David L. Haun We don’t know when that first Christmas occurred. It’s date is one of God’s mysteries, though man has offered many suggestions. In fact, in the early history of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Get Your Bounce Back

Contributed by James ( Jim ) Highland on Aug 26, 2014

The resurrection of Jesus gave energy to the defeated followers; Easter changes the lives of followers; The Emmuas Road activity that change hearts;

How to Get Your Bounce Back Luke 24:13-35 Our spirits are fickle. One time we are on top of the world, the next time we are at the bottom. Like many politicians call their opponents, we are “flip-flops.” Two examples of spiritual “flip-flops” are described in Luke ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Baptist

The Easter Story: How To Enjoy It

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Apr 29, 2003

How to personally enjoy the Easter Story

The Easter Story: How to enjoy it Andrew Chan Romans 5:10-11 (New Living Translation) For since we were restored to friendship with God by THE DEATH OF HIS SON while we were still his enemies, we will certainly be delivered from eternal punishment BY HIS LIFE. So now we can rejoice in our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:10-11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

7 Easter, Year B Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on May 25, 2003

A sermon on for 7 Easter.

Sermon for 7 Easter Yr B, 1/06/2003 Based on I Jn 5:9-13 Grace Lutheran Church, Medicine Hat, Alberta By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson Our personal beliefs, the convictions we have, are very important because they determine how we will act. A secretary at a church tells of one afternoon when she ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:9-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Easter Egg Hunt, Illustrated

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 28, 2003

This is an illustrated Easter sermon, Eureka, we find 8 eggs with hidden meaning.

GOING ON AN EASTER EGG HUNT SERMON! BY Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is an illustrated Easter sermon... TEXT: John 11:25 Jesus said unto Martha, I am the RESURRECTION, and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were died, yet shall he live; 26. And whosoever liveth and ...read more

Scripture: John 11:25-26, Job 19:25-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Easter: Father, Forgive Them!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 24, 2001

It was not just once that Jesus prayed this prayer. Again & again He prayed, "Father, forgive them for they do not know what they are doing." But I wonder if we understand what He was praying for?

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2016) TEXT: Luke 23:32 34; Acts 3:17 19 ILL. Jamestown, VA, was the first permanent English settlement in the new world, & some of their religious practices were rather interesting. For instance, they had 2 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-34, Acts 3:17-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Is Easter All About

Contributed by David Dewitt on May 5, 2004

A look at the real meaning of Easter. A devotional for the church newsletter.

What is Easter All About? 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 March 2004 We have candy coated Easter, literally. We have made Easter about candy filled baskets, colorful plastic eggs, chocolate surprises and cute little bunnies. Is this what Easter is really all about or is there something more than we should ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-4

Denomination: Church Of God

Easter Ressurection – Why Beleive

Contributed by Michael Nesmith on Mar 29, 2005

What can motivate a modern, educated, scientific minded people like us believe in the ressurection?

John 20: 1-18 Today we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. Why do we believe in such an event? What can motivate a modern, educated, scientific minded people like us to first of all believe in an immortal and all powerful God, then believe that this God became a person yet remained and immortal ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Catholic

Two Men Preparing For Easter

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Mar 12, 2002

Preparation goes a long way when it comes to worship; are you prepared?

THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGEBAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC A fellowship of Faith, Family and Friendships March 17, 2002 9Then Jesus told this story to some who had great self-confidence and scorned everyone else: 10“Two men went to the Temple to pray. One was a Pharisee, ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

How The Grinch Stole Easter

Contributed by Gary Brice on Jan 6, 2005

Dr. Seuss’s Story With an Evangelical Twist!

HOW THE GRINCH STOLE EASTER! Every Who down in Who-ville Liked Easter a lot... But the Grinch, Who lived just North of Who-ville Did Not! The Grinch hated Easter, the whole Lenten Season, And if you’ll be patient, I’ll tell you the reason. It could be his head wasn’t screwed on just ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Easter: A Place For Honest Skeptics

Contributed by Marty Boller on Apr 11, 2006

Easter: Jesus is Risen. Yet can those who suffer from honest skepticism still find room in God’s House?

A pastor is giving a children’s sermon on Easter Sunday morning. “Can anyone tell me what happened on Easter?” Silence. The pastor, persisting, asked again politely, “Now I know that someone here knows what happened on Easter a long, long time ago.” Again….total silence. “Finally, visibly ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Celebrating The Hope That Easter Brings

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Apr 17, 2006

Examines the hope we enjoy because of the resurrection. Suitable for a sunrise service.

CELEBRATING THE HOPE THAT JESUS BRINGS - Mark 16:1-8 Today we gather, much earlier than usual, to celebrate the resurrection of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. It was nearly 2000 years ago, that Jesus rose from the dead. It was almost 2000 years ago the ladies went and found an empty ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9, 1 Peter 1:3

Denomination: Baptist

Behind The Closed Doors Of Easter

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Mar 25, 2008

There isn’t a locked door strong enough to keep Jesus out.

Behind Closed Doors of Easter John 20:19-29 Mar. 23, 2008 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction A A Muslim said to a Christian, "WE Muslims have one thing you Christians do not have. When we go to Medina (Saudi Arabia), we find a coffin and know ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-29

Denomination: Baptist

Easter 2011, Part 2

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 14, 2011

Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem not only fulfilled the prophecy of Zechariah 9:9, but also served to show that obedience to His commands is what is required as a Believer today. This message also shows us the importance of our response to Him.

Easter, Part 2 Luke 19:28-44 Introduction - This morning we continue our 5 week mini-series on the Easter season -- The Easter story is not just about Easter morning, but a culmination of events -- Each event marches us closer to the promise, that death of a Savior; Christ - It is in this study ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Seventh Sunday After Easter Series

Contributed by Michael Tkachuk on May 17, 2010

Jesus constantly prays for us in the Holy of Holies. We too can reciprocate by constantly praying to God.

The Church today honors the sacred memory of the 318 great fathers who gathered in the city of Nicaea for the First Ecumenical Council. This occurred in the year 325 AD. One of the most important things that happened at that gathering was putting into exact terms the Christian belief in Christ ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-13

Denomination: Catholic