Sermons on Easter Ii:

Did God The Father ‘turn His Back’ On Jesus?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 6, 2018

This sermon looks at Jesus' "forsaken" cry from the cross. It examines two arguments: one that the Father did turn His back on Jesus at that moment; the other that the Bible does not teach that.

A CROSS QUESTIONS: DID GOD THE FATHER "TURN HIS BACK" ON JESUS WHEN HE WAS ON THE CROSS? - Mark 15:34. - The phrase “turn His back” does not appear anywhere in Scripture, but it’s come into our popular religious vocabulary. Commenting on the passage we just read, we often say that when Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:33-34

Denomination: Baptist

When Hope Arises Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 18, 2014

Today we gather around the event that has influenced human history more than any other…and changed more lives than any other. We gather around the resurrection of Jesus…known as the Christ…which means the anointed one.

When Hope Arises Easter Sunday, April 20, 2014 – Brad Bailey Intro Today we gather around the event that has influenced human history more than any other…and changed more lives than any other. We gather around the resurrection of Jesus…known as the Christ…which means the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Judas: A Disillusioned Disciple Series

Contributed by Chris Cuthbertson on Mar 25, 2025

Today I want us to look at a day in the life of Judas, the disciple who betrayed Jesus and sold Him out to the religious leaders.

Series: A Day in the Life Of… Judas: A Disillusioned Disciple I’m beginning a new series leading up to Easter. My intentions are to go back 2,000 years, using Scripture as our guide and history and logic. As helpful assistants I want to determine what life was like for some of the key players ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 11:12, Matthew 26:25, Matthew 26:14-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Women Leading Faith Forward Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Mar 30, 2025

When I feel unseen in my own spiritual journey, when my voice seems dismissed or my perspective marginalized, I remember the woman in the garden who was seen, named, and sent.

Title: Women Leading Faith Forward Intro: When I feel unseen in my own spiritual journey, when my voice seems dismissed or my perspective marginalized, I remember the woman in the garden who was seen, named, and sent. Scriptures: Acts 10:34, Acts 10:38-42, Colossians 3:1-4, John ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:34, Acts 10:38-42, Colossians 3:1-4, John 20:1-18

Denomination: Other

Mujeres Que Impulsan La Fe Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Apr 1, 2025

Cuando me siento invisible en mi propio viaje espiritual, cuando mi voz parece descartada o mi perspectiva marginada, recuerdo a la mujer en el jardín que fue vista, nombrada y enviada.

Título: Mujeres que impulsan la fe Introducción: Cuando me siento invisible en mi propio viaje espiritual, cuando mi voz parece descartada o mi perspectiva marginada, recuerdo a la mujer en el jardín que fue vista, nombrada y enviada. Escrituras: Hechos 10:34, Hechos ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:34, Acts 10:38-42, Colossians 3:1-4, John 20:1-18

Denomination: Other

Babaeng Nangunguna Sa Pananampalataya Pasulong Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Apr 1, 2025

Kapag pakiramdam ko ay hindi ako nakikita sa sarili kong espirituwal na paglalakbay, kapag ang aking boses ay tila nababalewala o ang aking pananaw ay nasa gilid, naaalala ko ang babae sa hardin na nakita, pinangalanan, at ipinadala.

Pamagat: Babaeng Nangunguna sa Pananampalataya Pasulong Intro: Kapag pakiramdam ko ay hindi ako nakikita sa sarili kong espirituwal na paglalakbay, kapag ang aking boses ay tila nababalewala o ang aking pananaw ay nasa gilid, naaalala ko ang babae sa hardin na nakita, pinangalanan, at ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:34, Acts 10:38-42, Colossians 3:1-4, John 20:1-18

Denomination: Other

The Greatest Story Ever Told! Isaiah 53:5

Contributed by David Cramer on Apr 2, 2025

The Easter message from the Book of Isaiah. A message of encouragement.

Good Morning, Stand with me and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the word of God. The indestructible, never ending, living word Of God. I will ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Resurrection Day - Christ Has Risen, Indeed!

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Jan 8, 2025

NASB, see josh.org for more info

There are 7 ramifications of prophecies in Zechariah 11-14 and Jeremiah 32. God indicated that the Messiah will 1. Be betrayed 2. By a friend 3. For 30 pieces 4. of silver 5. They will be cast on the floor 6. Of the temple 7. And be used to buy a potter's field Psalm 69 "for My thrist ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Resurrection

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Apr 15, 2025

Resurrection tells us about where we think Jesus is suppose to be, it is something we just believe, and resurrection is hope.

John 20:1-18 Resurrection 1. Resurrection tells us Jesus is not where He is suppose to be Jesus is Suppose to be in a Tomb • Mary Magdalene went to the tomb and saw the stone removed said, . 2 So she ran and went to Simon Peter and the other disciple, the one whom Jesus loved, and said ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

(A Mountain Called Calvary)

Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Apr 20, 2025

But then there’s a mountain called Cavalry where Jesus died for the sins of the world.

Luke 23:33 (KJV) 33 And when they were come to the place, which is called Calvary, (A Mountain Called Calvary) My brothers and sisters There are many mountains that are mention in the Bible. Theres a mountain call Mount Ararat where Noah landed when the flood was over. A mountain called ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33

Denomination: Baptist

A Living Hope

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 21, 2025

Hope is important to our existence. The resurrection of Jesus from the dead gives us a living hope and complete assurance of God's promises and power.

A. One day Lucy and Linus were sitting in front of the television set when Lucy said to Linus, “Go get me a glass of water.” 1. Linus looked surprised and said, “Why should I do anything for you? You never do anything for me.” 2. Lucy replied, “On you 75th birthday, I’ll bake you a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:3-4, Colossians 1:27, 1 Corinthians 15:19-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When The Graves Open Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jan 25, 2026

This message looks in great detail at how the graves were opened after Jesus’s death and resurrection. The power of the resurrection can raise us from our spiritual grave into newness of life, if we put our faith and trust in Jesus.

Allow me to open our Easter message with an illustration: Eight-year-old Philip had been born with a disability. He looked and acted different from his classmates, and so he never was part of the group. On Palm Sunday, Philip’s Sunday school teacher gave each of her students a plastic egg – the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:50-54

Denomination: Baptist

Understanding Forgiveness: A Good Friday Message SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

The First Word uttered from the Cross? 1.) Father 2.) Forgive 3.) They Don't Know what They are Doing

Close your eyes and imagine the scene: the sand in the air, the crowd shouting for Barabas, the soldiers escorting Jesus to Calvary, the sound of nails being driven into His hands and feet. In the midst of this agony, Jesus utters His first words from the Cross. Can you hear them? "Father, forgive ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:1-34

Topics: Easter, Good Friday

The Unseen Power Of Palm Sunday SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

Palm Sunday, often overshadowed by Resurrection Sunday, holds four key significances. It also poses a question - how do we react when Jesus enters our lives?

Palm Sunday is often overlooked because it is overshadowed by Resurrection Sunday. However, it holds significant importance for four reasons. Additionally, it is important to consider how we respond when Jesus approaches our lives. Palm Sunday is mentioned in all four gospels: Matthew 21:1-11, Mark ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Topics: Easter, Palm Sunday

The Power Of The Lamb's Blood SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

Our text takes place on the eve of the Israelites' liberation from Egypt. They are instructed to slaughter a lamb and prepare it for consumption with bitter herbs. They are also commanded to take the lamb's blood and use it to mark the outside door posts of their houses. This act of faith and obedience would signal their homes to be passed over during the final plague. This message explores the significance of this act and the powerful symbolism it holds for us today.

Today, we gather to reflect on the significance of the blood of Jesus Christ. Just as the Israelites applied the blood of a lamb to their doorposts for protection and deliverance, we too can find hope and transformation through the blood of Jesus. Let us explore how the blood of Jesus provides ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:7-13

Topics: Easter, Good Friday