Sermons on Easter Morning:

The Resurrection...really? Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Apr 24, 2011

Christianity rests on the amazing story of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. How can we be sure this resurrection really happened? What are the other possibilities and are there any facts that support the reality of the resurrection of Jesus Christ?

The Resurrection…Really? Fables that Deny the Resurrection The “Stolen Body” Fable The “Didn’t Really Die” Fable The “Wrong Tomb” Fable Facts that Support the Resurrection The Empty Tomb The Effects on the Lives of the Disciples The Existence of Christianity today Video - ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Resurrection Of Hope Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 6, 2013

Easter Sunday message of the hope that we have in the empty tomb

Resurrection of hope John 20:1-18 Introduction- He is risen (response- He is risen indeed) Hope is a powerful word. With it you are able to endure great stress and look past many hard situations. Without hope you crumble and lose vision. To those that put their hope and trust in Jesus Christ, ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Nazarene

The Greatest Discovery In The World Series

Contributed by Thomas Cash on Apr 7, 2009

A short Easter sermon. An empty tomb and a risen Christ are the greatest discoveries in the world. They compel us to 1) Believe the facts; 2) Share the message; and 3) Rejoice in hope.

Sermon Notes “The Greatest Discovery in the World” Matthew 28:1-20 Introduction: This Easter, the world is asking lots of questions. “What’s so important about this holiday?” “Why should I care about the death of some guy 2000 years ago?” “Where was God when tragedy struck?” “Can I trust Him ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Look For The Miracle!

Contributed by James Tino on Mar 20, 2008

When life changes in unexpected ways, don’t keep looking in the grave - look for the miracle! An Easter sermon.

Rev. James Tino New Life Lutheran Church Miramar, FL April 2007 John 20:1-18 Easter Sunrise Look for the Miracle! Grace, mercy, and peace be to you from God our Father, and from our resurrected Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! Amen. Dear brothers and sisters in Christ; (explain “Type A” and “Type ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Private Prayers Of Reconciliation

Contributed by Eric Snyder on Apr 1, 2002

Easter 2002

Private Prayers and Easter Expectations, Easter message Eric A. Snyder, Minister, Farwell Church of Christ March 31, 2002 We all have private prayers and regrets about our lives. We look back on a certain incident when we in our human nature did the wrong thing. And it eats away at our soul. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Promise Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 17, 2022

The Crucifixion of Jesus is at the centre of the Message of the Gospel.

The first Easter morning 2000 years ago must have begun with sadness. I can imagine the followers of Jesus waking up and remembering what had happened, recalling the horror of Friday, remembering that their friend was dead and thinking their dreams were shattered. But then a shout, He’s alive, the ...read more

Scripture: John 3:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

He Lives Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 13, 2009

The women encountered a living Jesus and seeing Jesus changed their lives from giref and despair to hope.

John 20:1-18 “He Lives” INTRODUCTION During the first three days of July in 1863, the Battle of Gettysburg raged. An argument could be made that that battle had a significant effect on the outcome of the war and ultimately on our lives. Still, having occurred over 140 years ago the battle is ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Are You Prepared

Contributed by Bruce Lee on May 28, 2025

In Bucyrus Ohio, at Oakwood Cemetery there is a grave inscribed Malete G. Hanzakos born 1882 Andea Sparta Greece. He immigrated to New York and changed his name to Mike Hanzas. He was a tall, muscular, man, who was known to have knocked the punching bag clean off its swivel.

Are You Prepared? “But very early on Sunday morning the women went to the tomb, taking the spices they had prepared.” Luke 24:1 Intro: In Bucyrus Ohio, at Oakwood Cemetery there is a grave inscribed Malete G. Hanzakos born 1882 Andea Sparta Greece. He immigrated to New York and changed his name ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

He Got Up!

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Apr 3, 2007

Easter means victory. Victory over death, hell and the grave. This Easter, we can walk in the resurrection power of Jesus Christ. Let us look to the Word of God this morning for more insight into the resurrection of Jesus.

Introduction o For a lot of people, Easter is just another holiday, a 3-day weekend of fun and no work. For others, it’s chocolate bunnies and Easter eggs. o For the Believer in Christ Jesus, it is the reason why we live on this earth. The resurrection of Jesus is the basis of our faith. o Easter ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Celebration

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Feb 26, 2001

John mentions four people by name in his gospel account of the resurrection. Let’s look at them.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX ILL. Shohoiya Yokowai spent 28 years of his life in prison. It was not a prison of bars & locks & wardens, but a self-imposed prison of fear. He was a Japanese soldier on the island of Guam during WW2. And when the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:14-17, John 20:1-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fifth Sunday Of Easter; Easter 5 B; Vine And Branches

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Apr 30, 2021

The Atlantic began to come in; its mighty shoulders underneath the boats lifted—lifted until the derelict had to come. The youth had harnessed infinite energy to his task.

5B "Apart from me you can do nothing." One of the most difficult acts of self-discipline in the spiritual life is to concentrate on the present moment: "age quod agis", which means do what you are doing, concentrate on the present. Staying connected; to be sustained and ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Catholic

The Reality Of The Resurrection

Contributed by Warren Bird on Apr 17, 2004

Christ’s post-resurrection appearances establish its historical reality, its prophetic reality and its evangelistic reality. It really happened - to fulfil God’s plan, promised in the Old Testament. Thus, it is GOOD NEWS for us, to live and to proclaim.

Christ has died …… Christ is risen ……… Christ will come again. Do you believe it? {Extract a strong affirmation from the congregation.} In that case, you are a step ahead of the original disciples in those early hours and days after the first Good Friday and Easter morning. They found it very ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-53, 1 Peter 1:3-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Power Outflowing From His Resurrection

Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 1, 2018

The resurrection of Jesus affects all space and time. Because of Jesus' resurrection we don't have to be afraid, we can expect the unexpected, and we can have a fresh start.

THE POWER OUTFLOWING FROM HIS RESURRECTION Mt. 28:2-6; Luke 24:36-43; Phip. 3:10 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: APRIL FOOL’S DAY JOKES 1. In 1976 the British astronomer Patrick Moore made an announcement on BBC Radio. He said this: “At 9:47 a.m. today there will be a ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ astronomical ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:2-6, Luke 24:36-43

Denomination: Assembly Of God

He Lives!

Contributed by Shelly Griffin on Apr 19, 2001

What if your loved one came back from the dead?

When my mother died in 1993, I was unprepared for the intense grief that hit me like a freight train. My father had died ten years before, but that was different. He didn’t like me, and there was no love lost between us, so the whole process was not that traumatic. When my mother died, though, I ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: *other

The Message Of The Resurrection Of Jesus Is Peace! Series

Contributed by Wayne Solomon on Mar 29, 2018

This message exegetes the very first word Jesus said to His disciples after His Resurrection: PEACE.

Dr. Wayne C Solomon Resurrection Sunday Message Theme: PEACE “And as they thus spake, Jesus Himself stood in the midst of them and saith unto them, Peace [be] unto you.” Luke 24:36 (KJV) Text: Luke 24:36 “And as they thus spake, Jesus Himself stood in the midst of them and saith unto them, ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God