Sermons on Easter Holiday:

Bearing Up

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 1, 2014

The sufferings of Jesus were unique in that He suffered once for all, the just for the unjust. But we are still sometimes called to bear up and endure grief, suffering unjustly. Our model was laid down in the patient pattern of His sufferings.

BEARING UP. 1 Peter 2:19-25. The Apostle Peter uses his address to domestic servants (1 Peter 2:18) to illustrate the calling of all Christians to share in the sufferings of Christ. “For this is grace,” he quite literally says (1 Peter 2:19): this is acceptable; this is thankworthy - if out of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:19-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Truly This Was God Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Apr 19, 2011

This series looks at various truths and principles that can be found in the story leading up to the crucifixion, burial, and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ.

Gethsemane to Golgotha Pt3-Truly this was God Introduction Continue- Easter series- Gethsemane to Golgotha. Review Pt1- Mat 26- Jesus in garden- night of His arrest. Looked at three action responses- Remain Here, Keep Watching, Keep Praying -stand courageously where God has called you, -be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:17-54

Denomination: Charismatic

From Living To Life Everlasting Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 6, 2015

Will we accept the sacrifice of Christ as sufficient ... or will you continue doing life yourself? Easter is about the glory of the Father revealed in the Son, and we either accept that or turn away from it.

From Living to Life 1 Peter Sermon Series, Part 9 1 Peter 3:13-22 Introduction - Leading up to this AMAZING day we have covered three main points: -- Three encouragements from Peter to the church on living fully for Christ ∆ - First, why is our testimony so important? - v2:21, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Commandment (Maundy) Thursday Wesley Umc Lake City South Carolina

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Apr 7, 2015

Maundy Thursday or Commandment Thursday is a celebration of the commandment of Jesus to love one another so when looking at the Matthew 25 text there should be no confusion for the Christian as to how the two texts are related to each other.

Sermon Topic: Commandment Thursday text Matt: 25:41-46 and John 13:34 Matthew 25:41-46 New Revised Standard Version (NRSV) The Judgment of the Nations 41 Then he will say to those at his left hand, ‘You that are accursed, depart from me into the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:41

Denomination: United Methodist

Because He Lives!

Contributed by Thomas Mccracken on Apr 3, 2012

Through the power of the resurrection, Jesus Christ has made available and afforded power: a power that overcomes us in death and a power that overwhelms us in life. There are some people that are living to die and others dying to live, the key lies in n

BECAUSE HE LIVES! John 14:19 Introduction: “I daresay there is not a Southern Gospel Music fan on the face of the earth who has not heard at least one song written by Bill and Gloria Gaither. Millions of Americans and people of other countries are coming to love Southern Gospel, and most of them ...read more

Scripture: John 14:19

Denomination: Baptist

The King Has Arrived

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Mar 22, 2016

Jesus was making a public announcement about His identity yet they accused Him of failing to say just who He was.

The King has arrived! Matthew 21:1-10 Message: Today we celebrate Palm Sunday. For us it is an acknowledgement that Jesus is the Messiah, the Promised one of God, Emmanuel, the Prince of Peace. We can shout together “Hosanna to the Son of David!” “Blessed is he who comes in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Praising God Is A Ministry.

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Apr 21, 2001

Year C Third Sunday of Easter--April 29th, 2001. Psalm 30

Year C Third Sunday of Easter--April 29th, 2001. Psalm 30 Title: “Praising God is a ministry.” This is a very old psalm whose origins are lost in antiquity. The Heading or Title attached to it “A Psalm. Dedication song for the house. Of David.” ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

God As Shepherd

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Apr 26, 2001

Year C Fourth Sunday of Easter May 6th, 2001 Psalm 23

Psalm 23 This has been called the “pearl” of the Psalter, one of just about everyone’s favorites. The beauty of its imagery has survived many translations down through the ages. Ironically, it is the translation of a verb in the last verse which makes it difficult to classify this psalm. In verse ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Remember Who You Are

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Aug 24, 2002

A sermon for the third sunday after Easter A sermon about Jesus’ encounter on the Road to Emmaus

Third Sunday of Easter Luke 24:13- 35 "Remember who you are" Many years ago my family and I attended an Institute for Renewal at Luther College, one of the morning speakers was Dr. William Willimon who is a pastor and a professor at a southern seminary. During his talks, which were always good, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Lutheran

I Was Lost, But Now Am Found

Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Feb 5, 2002

As we move closer to Easter, this sermon explores the place of repentance in the life of faithful Christians

Bibliography: Finding Christ, Finding Life, Repentance Do you know the story of John Newton? Newton was born in London July 24, 1725, the son of a commander of a merchant ship which sailed the Mediterranean. When John was eleven, he went to sea with his father and made six voyages with him before ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

It Would Have Been Enough

Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 3, 2003

Memorial service sermon for Lillie Mae Scales Fontaine, who died on Easter Sunday

Lillie Mae Scales Fontaine went through an open door on Easter Sunday morning. I cannot imagine a better time to die than that day, can you? Just imagine – on the very day when much of the Christian world is focused on an empty tomb and on the promise of life everlasting, Lillie Fontaine ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 11:21-23

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Jesus?

Contributed by Tim Zingale on May 15, 2006

A sermon for the 6th Sunday of Easter Jesus loving us Loving one another

6th Sunday of Easter John 15: 9-17 "Are You Jesus?" 9 ¶ As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you; abide in my love. 10 If you keep my commandments, you will abide in my love, just as I have kept my Father’s commandments and abide in his love. 11 These things I have spoken to you, ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Congregational Candlelight Service

Contributed by Jeffrey Hall on Dec 28, 2006

Congregational candlelight service. Excellent symbolism. May be used for Christmas, Good Friday or Easter

–Candlelight Service– Supplies – 3 place Candelabra (2 white, 1 red cnadle) 1 White Pastor’s Candle 2 Red Usher Candles Congregational Candles Drip Protectors -Pass out candles (no one under 6yrs) John 8:12 Then Jesus spoke to them again, saying, "I am the light of the world. He who follows Me ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Cross Of Christ-The Place Of God's Peace Series

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Mar 28, 2010

Part 3 of a 4 part series visiting the places connected with Easter and God's peace

Title: The Cross of Christ-the place of God’s peace Text: Colossians 1:19-23 Introduction Today we are on the 3rd of 4 places Jesus visited over Easter week and connecting each place with God’s peace To recap here are the 2 places we have already visited. 1st place – the upper ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:19-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Our Insulted Savior

Contributed by Donald Rapp on Nov 12, 2008

An Easter message about lessons we can learn from our suffering savior.

Our insulted Savior I. Have you ever been insulted? A. We hear all the time about how people are insulted by the things other people say and do. 1. From the cowboy who took no insult without going for his gun. 2. To the modern day response – law suits, rioting and murder. a) Law suits or fights ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12

Denomination: Baptist