Sermons on Easter Promises:

Recognising Jesus

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Oct 31, 2007

An Easter sermon that helps us see how to recognise Jesus, and what to do next

In the Gospel reading read this morning from Luke 24, verses 13 to 35 we hear about two people on a journey with Jesus. On this journey some significant things happen. The mood of the journey, changes. It begins with two of Jesus followers, going back to something they knew. Being ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Lutheran

He Is Risen Indeed! (John 20:1-18)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 6, 2007

He is Risen Indeed! (an Easter Sermon) ...

It is Easter Day, and here we gather, along with so many other people around the globe, to celebrate that fundamental event which gives birth to the Christian faith - namely, the resurrection of Jesus. I’ve been celebrating the resurrection of Jesus like this every year at this time for as long as ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Glorified Christ Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 12, 2007

Christians picture Jesus as artists have portrayed Him when He walked the earth. Here John sees Jesus as we will see Him when we lay eyes on Him for the first time. He is the Resurrected Lord of Glory.

Revelations 1:9-16 THE GLORIFIED CHRIST As I approach this pulpit each Sunday there are two things attached to it that remind me of my priorities. One of them is a clock, which always reminds me that the time is short. The other is a plaque that says "Sir, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:9-16, Revelation 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

He Chose The Nails Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 17, 2007

To show Christ’s compassion on the Cross.

Title: He Chose the Nails Theme: To show Christ’s compassion on the Cross. Text: Colossians 2:13-14 Note: with help from Max Lucado’s book "He Chose the Nails" Col 2:13 (KJV) And you, being dead in your sins and the uncircumcision of your flesh, hath he quickened together with him, having ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:13-14

Denomination: Church Of God

Power Of The Resurrection

Contributed by Mark Roper on Nov 20, 2007

Jesus ressurection demonstrates that we are Victorious

Power of the Resurrection Philippians 3:10 Luke 24:1-10 KJV 1 Now upon the first day of the week, very early in the morning, they came unto the sepulchre, bringing the spices which they had prepared, and certain others with them. 2 And they found the stone rolled away from the sepulchre. 3 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-10

Denomination: Church Of God

Life Is Beautiful

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Nov 29, 2007

Easter Sunday message

LIFE IS BEAUTIFUL Sunday, April 8, 2007 Pastor Brian Matherlee Tell at the beginning of service: The young mom was driving her 3-year-old child to church early on Easter morning. As she drove she told the Easter story. “This is the day we celebrate Jesus coming back to life.” From the back seat ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10-11

Denomination: Wesleyan

His Resurrection—our Salvation

Contributed by Andrew Papson Iii on Jan 18, 2008

Our Salvation is dependent on His resurrection

His Resurrection—Our Salvation 1 peter 1:3-4 I Christ died and rose again for our justification. Rom. 4:29 II On the first day of the week Mary Magdalene discovered that the Tomb was empty. John 20:1 III Thomas believed in the resurrected Christ after seeing the nail prints and feeling His spear ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

Called To Serve In Lent

Contributed by Thomas Wilson on Feb 4, 2008

Designed to challenge those who abstain, instead of giving up something, take something up!

Each of us in our daily lives, succumbs to some form of temptation, be it by overeating, drinking too much, smoking too much. Some of us are even tempted by the famous seven deadly sins; sloth, lust, gluttony, pride, envy and anger. Think about it, how many of us are so used to using a remote ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Congregational

Prescriptive Pain And Suffering Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Feb 9, 2008

Pain and suffering help us understand the suffering of Christ.

Title: Prescriptive Pain and Suffering Text: Philippians 3:7-11, Romans 8:17; I Peter 4:12 Thesis: Pain and suffering help us understand the suffering of Christ. This is the second message in a Lenten Series: Knowing Christ Through Pain and Suffering. The Apostle Paul wrote, I want to know ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Betrayal Series

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Feb 13, 2008

2nd in a Lenten series, this sermon deals with betrayal of commitment to Christ!

A mother sits in her darkened room. She is thinking about her child. Her son. She has just learned that her child, someone who had been a follower of Jesus had not only left Jesus, but more than that, people were whispering about her child. They have labeled him. They were making accusations ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:20-25

Denomination: United Methodist

Innocent Pain And Suffering Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Feb 16, 2008

Innocent People experience pain and suffering and it is through pain and suffering that we know the suffering of Christ and others.

Title: Innocent Pain and Suffering Text: Job 1 and 2 Thesis: Innocent people experience pain and suffering. This is the third message in a Lenten Series: Knowing Christ through Pain and Suffering. The Apostle Paul wrote, I want to know Christ and the power of his resurrection and the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Triumph Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Todd Leupold on May 27, 2007

The Cross of Christ is unimaginably tragic. Yet, it is also amazingly triumphant! There is pain, but out of that pain will emerge new joy. There is despair, but out of that despair will arise eternal hope!

THE CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CROSS THE TRIUMPH OF THE CROSS! Easter Sunday, April 8, 2007 INTRODUCTION: In the past several weeks, we have explored together the significance of the Preparation For The Cross, The Cost of The Cross: Obedience, last Sunday Pastor Mark so well spoke on The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:39-46

Denomination: Baptist

Second Chances

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on May 30, 2007

A look at different people in the Bible got a second chance because of Jesus’ resurrection, and also how Jesus’ resurrection gives us a second chance.

Introduction 1. (object lesson: Play a carnival type game where you get 2-3 chances to throw balls through a hula hoop.) 2. It’s nice to get more than one chance at things... Some things, you don’t get another chance... I love the NCAA Basketball Tournament... This year was especially ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-17

Denomination: Nazarene

The Galilean Call

Contributed by Daniel Lupton on Jun 1, 2007

Easter or Missionary message on the Great Commission

It’s amazing what we hear and don’t hear. Most of us can be justly charged with selective hearing. If mention to you, “I’ve changed cars, my son is starting a new job this week, and Hey, you look great – you’ve must have lost 15 or 20 pounds,” what are you going to remember? Do you ever wonder ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Seek Him Early

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jun 3, 2007

The women came to the tomb of Jesus "early in the morning." Scripture teaches us to seek Him early in the morning, early in life, and early on in every endeavor.

Seek Him Early Easter CHCC: April 8, 2007 Mark 11 INTRODUCTION: How many of you were here at 7:30 for the Sunrise Service? Did you leap out of bed at 6:00 this morning, full of energy and excitement? I don’t know about you, but I have to set an alarm and drag myself out of bed most ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:36-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ