Sermons on Easter Palm Sunday:

Seven Sundays To Easter: "whence Art Thou?" Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Mar 15, 2021

Pontius Pilate asked Jesus this question. The reply of Jesus to that question left Pilate very unsettled!

Introduction: John chapter 18 records the arrest of Jesus while He and the disciples were in the garden of Gethsemane. In one of the most illegal trials of history, Jesus was questioned by several different people including Pontius Pilate, the Roman governor of Judea. Pilate, being a pagan Roman, ...read more

Scripture: John 19:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Impossible Made Possible (An Easter Sunday Family Service) Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 15, 2013

Our God is the God of the possible and the impossible. We all need to take the time to think about who He is & what He means to us.

Luke 24:1-12 (New International Version) KIDS TALK *** KIDS TALK Possible / impossible *** Can a fish live out of water? (Some fish can survive for up to several days and can breathe air or just absorb it through their skin) Can a person get younger instead of older? Can you breathe ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Am The Way, The Truth, And The Life (Fifth Sunday Of Easter)

Contributed by Dr Fr John Singarayar Svd on Jun 20, 2020

What is the way? What is the truth? What is the life?

Reflection I am the way, the truth, and the life. I am the way. What is the way? The way has three stages. They are: Preparing for the way, Signs to the way, & Reaching the way or destination. How do I prepare for the way? Reading the Scripture, Attending the Eucharist, Participating ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-12, 1 Peter 2:4-9, Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Other

Perfecting Love (Fifth Sunday Of Easter, Lectionary Year B)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Apr 28, 2021

Tying the Gospel portion of the lectionary (John 15:1 - 8) to today’s text (I John 4:7 -21) we can draw the conclusion that if we are detached from the life giving vine that we are incomplete, insecure, dissatisfied and spiritually starving.

PERFECTING LOVE Text: I John 4:7 - 21 1 John 4:7-21  Beloved, let us love one another, because love is from God; everyone who loves is born of God and knows God. (8) Whoever does not love does not know God, for God is love.  (9)  God's love was revealed among us in this way: ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: United Methodist

Did Jesus Go To Hell On The Sabbath Before Easter Sunday?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on May 6, 2023

Not much is said about the Sabbath day that followed the death of Jesus and preceded Easter resurrection morning

Jesus willingly gave His life on a Friday afternoon before sunset when the Sabbath began. It is known as Good Friday because He forgave all sin on the Cross and conquered death. Not much is said about the Sabbath day that followed His death and preceded Easter resurrection morning in modern Western ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:15, 1 Peter 3:18-22, Acts 2:24-32, Philippians 2:9-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Resurrection Power: Celebrating Easter Sunday By Pastor Joseph Ondu

Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Mar 27, 2024

As we fellowship with Christ in His sufferings, we also share in the power of His resurrection. It is through the crucible of trials and tribulations that our faith is refined and strengthened, leading to a greater revelation of Christ's resurrection power in our lives.

Introduction: Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, today we gather in joyful celebration to commemorate the most significant event in Christian history – the resurrection of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Easter Sunday is not merely a time for bunnies and chocolate eggs, but a time to reflect ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-7, 1 Corinthians 15:20-22, Philippians 3:10-11, Romans 6:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Live Each Day Like It’s Easter Sunday!

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Aug 14, 2023

Today as we gather in the afterglow of Easter, we are again going to recall the facts surrounding Jesus great victory and be led to continue to respond to that victory in our daily lives. It is my prayer for all of you that you would

Several hundred years before the birth of Jesus, a crucial battle raged between two great civilizations—the Greeks and the Persians. They were among the world’s super-powers at that time. The clash of their armies took place on the level fields near a city called Marathon. The battle went on for ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:14-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Rejoicing In His Righteousness Series

Contributed by Pastor Ricky A. Rohrig Sr. on Aug 1, 2016

Palm Sunday message from the book of Mark

The Miracles and the Ministry of the Messiah in the Book of Mark Week 4: ‘Rejoicing in His Righteousness’ (Palm Sunday) Mark 11:1-11 Crossroads Community Church Rev. Ricky A. Rohrig Sr., Founding Pastor March 29, 2015 How many of tired of turning on the television, listening to the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Resurrection Happenings

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Apr 5, 2002

Sunday happenings are very important. Resurrection Sunday happenings are extremely important!

RESURRECTION HAPPENINGS Matthew 28:1-10 INTRO.- ILL.- A man by the name of George Hatch raised a large family of seven boys and five girls in the sand hills of northwestern Nebraska. One Sunday morning a neighbor rushed over to help the Hatches get the new-mown hay into the barn; clouds were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Good Shepherd Sunday Through The Eyes Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 26, 2018

This is the 5th sermon in the Easter Season series, "Through The Eyes Of Jesus".

Series: Through The Eyes Of Jesus [#5] GOOD SHEPHERD SUNDAY THROUGH THE EYES OF JESUS John 21:15-19 Introduction: For denominations that use liturgy each week, the 4th Sunday of Easter is called Good Shepherd Sunday. It amazing how God changes us when we are saved; but even after salvation, it ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-19

Denomination: Baptist

Has Thy Kingdom Come?

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Mar 13, 2018

What does "Thy Kingdome come" mean?

Has Thy Kingdom Come? Mark 11:1-11 Palm Sunday has been celebrated for almost two thousand years in the church. It is a day where little children wave palm branches at the process to the altar. Special hymns like “Hosanna, Loud Hosanna” are sung. I can remember when I visited the nearby Coptic ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What A Day

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Mar 29, 2015

There was more than just a parade that happened on Palm Sunday

What a day! Normally when we think of the Sunday before Easter we focus on what is traditionally referred to as the “Triumphant Entry”. You remember the story, Jesus comes riding into Jerusalem on a young donkey and the crowds come out to greet him, yelling praises and waving Palm ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-19

Denomination: Wesleyan

Easter 2015: Empty Promises Of Easter

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 22, 2016

Let's examine the promises of Easter. Each promise is marked by something empty—an empty cross, empty clothes, and an empty cave. It is the very fact that each of these is empty that assures us God's promises are not.

EASTER: EMPTY PROMISES Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 3/27/2016 I just want to take a moment to thank everyone for choosing to spend Easter morning with us here at the Grove. Whether you’ve been coming to the Grove all your life, or this is your first time visiting, or ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

Jesus Wept

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 23, 2021

Palm Sunday message as Jesus looks over Jerusalem and His people

Good morning everyone Let’s just praise the Lord! Let’s lift up the name of Jesus. No matter where you are at in your journey of life, if you will lift up the name of Jesus, He will draw close to you this morning. Amen. If you would turn to Luke 19:28-44 Read clearly and slowly Prayer- On this ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:18-44

Denomination: Nazarene

Erasing Doubt Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 2, 2015

Being touched by the risen Lord erases doubt.

Erasing Doubt Text: John 20:1-18 Introduction 1. Illustration: Max Lucado, in his book, "Six Hours One Friday," tells the story of a missionary in Brazil who discovered a tribe of Indians in a remote part of the jungle. They lived near a large river. The tribe was in need of medical attention. ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Methodist