Sermons on Easter Good Friday:

The Rumor Of Hope

Contributed by Scott Nichols on Apr 17, 2009

The original and abrupt ending of the Gospel of Mark allows us to finish the story of Christ’s resurrection in our own lives. What will it mean to us to meet Jesus in our own "Galilees?"

The little boy was not exactly happy about going to church on Easter Sunday morning. His new shoes were to tight, his tie pinched his neck and the weather outside was just too beautiful to be cooped up inside...so as he sulked in the pew his parents heard him mutter to no one in particular. "I ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Walking With The Risen Christ

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Apr 27, 2004

This message gives part of the Easter story of the two disciples on the road to Emmaus.

Walking with the Risen Christ Luke 24:1-7 Luke 24:13-34 Suppose you were in Jerusalem A.D. 30. You purchased the Jerusalem Daily News, the edition is labeled, “Extra.” The startling big type headline reads, “Nazarene’s Tomb found Empty.” One of the column captions catch you eye, “Death Now ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-34

Denomination: Free Methodist

Luke 24 - The Resurrection

Contributed by Sam Griffiths on Apr 1, 2010

Evidence that demands a verdict

Luke 24 – The Resurrection ©Revd Sam Q. Griffiths Wellington Baptist Church Somerset, UK When it comes down to it – all the great detectives worked the same way: for Poirot – it was in the little grey cells, for Holmes – it was in deduction and for Miss Marple – the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-35

Denomination: Baptist

The Resurrection Of Jesus

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Apr 8, 2007

The resurrection of Jesus 1. was physical. 2. is a mystery. 3. means hope.

I had an interesting conversation on the phone with my mother a few years ago. She told me she had been going to a Bible study at her church, led by her pastor, and he was saying that it was Jesus’ body that was raised from the dead. She has been in the church most of her life, but somehow that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-9

Denomination: Methodist

The Resurrection Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 22, 2001

This sermon is about the truths revealed in the resurrection of Jesus Christ namely 1.SURPRISE 2.SUPREMACY 3.SOARING 4.SPIRIT 5.START 6.SECOND COMING 7.SIGN

THE RESURRECTION OF JESUS CHRIST OUTLINE 1.SURPRISE 2.SUPREMACY 3.SOARING 4.SPIRIT 5.START 6.SECOND COMING 7.SIGN THE MESSAGE THE RESURRECTION OF JESUS CHRIST 1.SURPRISE The resurrection of Jesus christ was a surprise to the disciples.Although the Lord had foretold his resurrection ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:62-64

Denomination: Pentecostal

He's Moving

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 6, 2009

Easter sermon

He’s Moving! April 12, 2009 Pastor Brian Matherlee Three friends were discussing death and one asked the group: What would you like people to say about you at your funeral? • He was a great humanitarian, • He was a great husband and father • He cared about his community • Look, he’s moving! ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:10-18

Denomination: Wesleyan

Jesus Calls His Shot

Contributed by Bill Smith on Apr 6, 2010

What really happened that first Easter is that Jesus called his shot and made it

April 4, 2010 John 20:1-18 A man is driving along a highway and sees a rabbit jump out across the middle of the road. He swerves to avoid hitting it, but unfortunately the rabbit jumps right in front of the car. The driver, a sensitive man as well as an animal lover, pulls over and gets out to see ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: United Methodist

If Jesus Was Not Raised Series

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Apr 9, 2002

Easter reflection: Implications of Jesus’ resurrection for our hope and our eternal destiny.

If Jesus was not raised… 1 Corinthians 15:1-19 Easter Sunday - Jesus is risen! A Sunday School teacher asked her class on the Sunday before Easter if they knew what happened on Easter and why it was so important. One little girl spoke up saying: "Easter is when the whole family gets together, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical Free

"No Darkness Is Too Great"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Apr 18, 2017

A sermon about overcoming fear with the peace of Christ.

“No Darkness is Too Great” John 21:19-23 On the evening of the day that Jesus rose from the dead we get a picture of a timid, frightened group of disciples. The doors are shut and locked. They are in hiding—in the darkness of a room. Obviously, they didn’t believe ...read more

Scripture: John 21:19-23

Denomination: United Methodist

The God Who Made The World Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 18, 2010

What about the God who made the world? 1- The God who made the world wants to be known 2- The God who made the world no longer overlooks ignorance 3- The God who made the world proves Himself convincingly

INTRO.- ILL.- BANG! BANG! The Big Bang Theory - The Big Bang theory is an effort to explain what happened at the very beginning of our universe. Discoveries in astronomy and physics have shown beyond a reasonable doubt that our universe did in fact have a beginning. Prior to that moment there ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:24-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Resurrection : Does It Really Matter?

Contributed by Jason Tesser on Apr 14, 2009

Does it matter if Christ really died and rose from the dead. Can’t we just believe in God and that is all that matters?

The Resurrection Does it really matter? Read: I Co 15:1-11 Introduction. On Easter Sunday in almost every pulpit a sermon on the resurrection is preached. We are no exception. It is very likely that a Sunday like today, nearly 2000 years ago Jesus Christ rose from the dead. The Resurrection ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Sign Of Jonah Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 11, 2009

In today’s lesson we see, first, the request for a sign (that Jesus prove that he is the Messiah, the Son of God, and the Savior of sinners), and second, the response of Jesus.

Scripture Today is Easter Sunday, the day that the Christian Church around the world celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. Two thousand years ago Jesus was born in Bethlehem. Jesus knew that his life mission was “to seek and to save the lost” (Luke 19:10). He knew that he was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:38-42

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Death Of Death

Contributed by James Jack on Mar 26, 2005

The resurrection of Christ signifies his victory over sin and death and gives us the hope of eternal life.

The Death of Death 1 Corinthians 15:1-28 A doctor in a third world country was once asked by a visiting professor, “What’s the death rate around here?” And he replied, “Same as any place. One death per person.” You’ve no doubt heard the adage that the only things that are certain are death and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-28

Denomination: Anglican

Listen, What Do You Hear

Contributed by Tim Zingale on May 11, 2002

An Easter Sunday Sermon

Easter Sunday Matthew 28:1-10 Listen, What do you Hear 1* ¶ Now after the sabbath, toward the dawn of the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to see the sepulchre. 2* And behold, there was a great earthquake; for an angel of the Lord descended from heaven and came and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Following Jesus To The Cross #2 - Drawing A Line In The Sand Series

Contributed by Mark Thornton on Nov 21, 2001

This is the second message in a series that looks at Jesus’ final few days on the way to the cross. This message looks at how Jesus’ confrontation of religious hypocrisy and his resulting challenge to his own followers.

INTRODUCTION There are many images that come to mind when we think of Easter. -- Easter Bunnies, Easter Baskets, Easter Eggs, etc -- Easter Holidays - Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, etc. -- Easter Symbols -- Cross, Communion There is a Challenge We Face... -- Each time we experience ...read more

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