Sermons on Easter Sermons:

Until The Lord Returns (Easter 2014)

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Oct 28, 2014

I believe that the hinge of all of history is found at a lonely outcrop of rock just outside the Damascus Gate at the Temple Mount in Jerusalem.

Easter 2014 Until the Lord Returns April 20, 2014 Introduction: A I believe that the hinge of all of history is found at a lonely outcrop of rock just outside the Damascus Gate at the Temple Mount in Jerusalem. 1 The sight is a skull-shaped cliff called Calvary & just a stone throws away from that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:11

Denomination: Baptist

The Dawning Of A New Day - Easter 2004

Contributed by Steven Dow on Apr 8, 2004

The day of Jesus resurrection dawned with a hope that conquers disbelief, a faith than conquers doubt, a life that conquers death and a purpose that conquers despair.

THE DAWNING OF A NEW DAY Easter Sunday Matthew 28:1-10 April 11, 2004 Introduction: A Sunday School teacher was attempting to teach her young students the true meaning of Easter. "Why do we celebrate Easter?" she asked. When the children replied ’because of the Easter bunny,’ Easter eggs, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Easter Advent 2 - A Day Of Hope

Contributed by Damien Saylor on Mar 30, 2020

In the midst of the pandemic, In the midst of Jesus being crucified, where do you find Hope?

Sermon- Easter Advent 2 - 2020 - Hope - How often do we step back & look at how great our God is? - In looking at second day of Advent for Easter, this day stands for Hope. - As Jesus was going to the moment He was going to be Flogged By Rome, then crucified, ...read more

Scripture: John 10:17-18, Psalm 62:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

It's Been Mercy All The Way

Contributed by James Gallop on Mar 27, 2005

This is a sermon based on the song by John G. Elliott, and uses an acrostic of the word MERCY.

I wrote this sermon after listening and meditating on the song by John G. Elliott, Mecy All The Way, It’s Been Mercy All The Way Chorus 1 Mercy mercy Goodness and kindness Love and forgiveness Mercy mercy It’s been mercy all the way It’s been mercy all the way Verse 1 Lord I thank You For ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Can You Believe It?

Contributed by David Asch on Mar 31, 2005

A narrative sermon, in which Thomas tells of his personal encounter with the risen Christ.

CAN YOU BELIEVE IT? John 20:19-31 Good morning. My name is Thomas. You may call me Didymus, all my friends do. Where I come from Didymus means “twin” I am very pleased to be with you as you celebrate Easter. Already, it has been quite a celebration. And from what I’ve heard, you all have had ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Ascension Of Christ

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Apr 17, 2006

The sermon reminds us that our home is above everything that the eye can see.

The Ascension of Christ is the only occurrence in Christianity that can rival the resurrection in its significance. The Ascension of Christ is the culmination of the Resurrection experience. After many days of proving His sameness and genuinenes, Jesus ascended before the mortal eyes of His ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Road To Damascus

Contributed by Jim Kane on Apr 30, 2006

March 5, 2006 Communion Meditation and the first sermon of the 2006 Lenten Series

(Introduction to meditation was from Creative Communications for the Parish’s dramatic introduction, ‘This Lenten Road: The Road to Damascus’ © 2004 by Creative Communications for the Parish.) (1) Many years ago along one of our coasts a Navy Captain looked into the dark night and saw faint ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-20

Denomination: Church Of God

The Road To Jericho

Contributed by Jim Kane on Apr 30, 2006

A communion meditation for April 2, 2006 and the fourth sermon in a 2006 Lenten Series

Dramatic Introduction: ‘The Road to Jericho’ written by Arden and Peter Mead and published by the Creative Communications for the Parish, © 2004 In their comments on our main text, Arden and Peter Mead ask the question, ‘Where do you picture yourself in the story of the Good Samaritan? With what ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Church Of God

Back To The Grind

Contributed by Brian La Croix on May 15, 2002

A sermon encouraging people to not go into "let down" mode after the Easter holiday.

Back to the Grind? Various Scriptures (April 7, 2002) Introduction Last week I mentioned that because of the resurrection of Jesus, we can avoid the despair of defeat, approach the potential of the present, and anticipate the hope of heaven. And today I want to expand that second point a bit, by ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-4, Philippians 2:4

Denomination: Wesleyan

Arrest Series

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Mar 17, 2008

This is a Maundy Thursday Sermon, part of a series calls Words of Lent and deals with the arrest!

When we think of a big arrest today, what do we think of?... “Bad boys, bad boys, what you gonna do when they come for you?” (Theme from “Cops”) We think of S.W.A.T. Teams and people fleeing the scene in high speed chases. We think of cops breaking in doors and storm troopers rappelling in through ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:47-56

Denomination: United Methodist

What Does Easter Mean To You?

Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Apr 12, 2001

Easter means the Christian can have peace with the past, joy in the present, and hope for the future.

Sermon.969 Easter Sunrise Devotional: 2001 From the pulpit of Bayview Baptist Church, Columbia, SC "What Does Easter Mean To You?" What does Easter mean to you? Amanda Ward, age 7, of Nashville, Tennessee said, “Easter is when Jesus got alive!” The resurrection of Jesus is the most totally ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10, Isaiah 53:5

Denomination: Baptist

Whats The Big Deal About Easter?

Contributed by Mark Atherton on Apr 17, 2001

Explains why Easter changes everything

-------Easter changes everything Black Friday to Good Friday ordinary grave to the empty tomb weeping women-to the first messengers of the goodnews peter-to the man who preached at Pentecost Doubting Thomas-my lord and my god Sabbath-to Lords day fearful disciples to 11 men who changed the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-19

Denomination: Holiness

Preparing For Easter: They Came To See Jesus

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Mar 22, 2023

Some Greeks came to Jerusalem to observe Passover. These men met Philip and asked him to introduce them to Jesus. The Lord's reply has a lesson for us even today.

(Full disclosure: Sermon Central already has a message of mine based on this text called “Seven Sundays to Easter: ‘Sir, We Would See Jesus’”. This is a different message, based on a sermon preached at First Baptist Church of Chamois, MO on March 19. 2023. This message is not an exact ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-26

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Love Series

Contributed by Allen James on Apr 6, 2010

The final message in a 7-Part Series, Shift - A New Way of Thinking. In Matthew 5:43-48, Jesus challenges His disciples to follow His example and love their enemies.

God Is Love • Matthew 5:43-48 • Easter Weekend INTRODUCTION: God is not focused on MODIFYING BEHAVIOR by His laws. He wants to TRANSFORM LIVES by His love. This is the power of the resurrection! I. God loves without DISCRIMINATION. (v. 43-45a) Many read Jesus’ words here and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Baptist

Post Easter Identity Crisis And Tarzan!!!

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on May 27, 2019

Now what has Tarzan got to do with the Post Easter days the Saviour spent on Earth before His ascension? Well...read on...

POST EASTER “IDENTITY CRISIS” AND "TARZAN"!!! Let me begin with a Tarzan story! Well, this is as real as it is surreal. Johnny Weissmuller, the Champion Olympic swimmer who donned the role of Tarzan the ape man in the Silver screen with as much aplomb in 1930s & 40s’ as he dominated ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:10, Acts 1:6

Denomination: *other