Sermons on Easter Vigil:

Caring For The Vineyard

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Oct 5, 2023

We can learn from the parable of the wicked vineyard tenants how to stay vigilant with being good stewards of God's Kingdom on earth.

THERE IS A COST INVOLVED WITH FOLLOWING JESUS. THERE ARE STRICT REQUIREMENTS OF SACRIFICE, INITIATIVE, AND EFFORT AS WE BECOME MORE PASSIONATE WITH HOLINESS AND THE PRIORITIES OF LOVING OUR NEIGHBOR, PROCLAIMING THE GOSPEL, AND BEING MORE FOCUSED ON THE KINGDOM OF GOD AND MAKING DISCIPLES. WE SEE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-46, Philippians 3:7-14, 2 Corinthians 6:2, Luke 10:27, Isaiah 5:1-7, Psalm 118:22, John 15:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

Standing Firm In The Face Of Deception

Contributed by Ronald Moore on May 13, 2024

Let us heed the words of Paul and remain vigilant against deception. Let us hold fast to the truth of the gospel and stand firm in our faith.

Today, we gather in the presence of the Lord to delve into the scriptures, specifically focusing on 2 Thessalonians 2:3, where Paul admonishes the church in Thessalonica, saying, "Let no one deceive you in any way. For that day will not come, unless the rebellion comes first, and the man of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:3

Denomination: Anglican

No Resurrection. No Hope.

Contributed by Allan Quak on Apr 21, 2025

Without the resurrection there is no hope. With the resurrection there is always hope.

NORTH PINE BEACH BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday 20th April 2025 – Easter Sunday John 20:1-18 No Resurrection. No Hope. How important is the resurrection of Jesus? 1 Corinthians 15:12-14 gives the answer. 12 But if it is preached that Christ has been raised from the dead, how can some of you say that ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Are The Merciful Series

Contributed by Samuel Stone on Oct 13, 2007

Fifth of the Eight Milestones on the Journey of the Fruitful Followers. This message of the series happens to fall on Easter, so there is some Easter emphasis.

9 If for this life only we have hoped in Christ, we are of all people most to be pitied. 20 But in fact Christ has been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who have died. 21 For since death came through a human being, the resurrection of the dead has also come through a human being; 22 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Have I Seen You Before?

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on May 7, 2009

Easter comes and goes too fast...The culture moves on to the next celebration instead of experiencing Easter in a full way.

Have I seen you before? John 20:19-31 We are picking up the Easter story again this week. For us Easter is pretty much over. The stores have the clearance tables filled with chocolate bunnies, peeps, Easter baskets and stuffed animals. They are clearing off the shelves for new stuff; I guess ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Congregational

Peter’s Dallying With Denial

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 10, 2018

THIS IS THE SECOND IN A PRE-EASTER SERIES ON THE CHARACTERS OF EASTER. THIS SERMON IS ON PETER AND HOW HE HAS MUCH IN COMMON WITH JUDAS, AND US.

PETER’S DALLYING WITH DENIAL MARK 14:27-31; 66-72 TODAY WE ARE CONTINUING OUR SERIES LEADING UP TO EASTER BY LOOKING AT SOME OF THE CHARACTERS AND EVENTS LEADING UP TO THE CRUCIFIXION AND RESURRECTION OF OUR LORD. LAST WEEK WE BEGAN BY LOOKING AT JUDAS, AND THIS WEEK WE ARE GOING TO CONSIDER ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:27-31

Denomination: Baptist

Total Transformation Series

Contributed by Shine Thomas on Apr 21, 2020

A very dynamic Easter message that shows the total transformation that Easter brings for those who believe in the Lord Jesus Christ.

Follow us on: Website: https://cityharvestag.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CityHarvestA... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityharvestag/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityHarvestAGChurch/featured A very dynamic Easter message that shows the total transformation that Easter ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31, Romans 8:11, 1 John 3:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Good Friday - Come To The Cross Series

Contributed by Martin Wright on May 15, 2007

Everything you need for a memorable Good Friday message. 6 reponses to the cross.

“COME TO THE CROSS” (A MEMORABLE GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE) Six Responses To The Cross Of Christ An Interactive Sermon By Martin Wright (RESPONSE CARDS: You will want to make sure you have distributed response cards prior to beginning the sermon. Our cards were 5.5” X 8.5”. One side had an image of ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Crucifixion, The Foundation Of Our Faith

Contributed by J. Allen Lucas on Mar 17, 2008

If Jesus had refused to suffer the shame and reproach of the Cross, and if the Crucifixion had never taken place, then our sins could not be forgiven … remitted. As a matter of fact, there wouldn’t be a gospel, for the gospel stands on the foundation of t

The Crucifixion, The Foundation Of Our Faith John 19:1 Then Pilate therefore took Jesus, and scourged him. 2 And the soldiers platted a crown of thorns, and put it on his head, and they put on him a purple robe, 3 And said, Hail, King of the Jews: and they smote him with their hands. 4 Pilate ...read more

Scripture: John 19:1-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fulfilling Our Commitments: Christ's Conquest Series

Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on Mar 23, 2009

Our argument is that the life of Jesus Christ provides for us a paradigm upon which we can pattern our lives.

Easter Sunday, March 23, 2008 Fulfilling Our Commitments: Christ’s Conquest John 20: 24 – 29 The triumph of Christ’s Conquest concludes our series: “Fulfilling Our Commitments.” We looked at Jesus Christ from six perspectives as he fulfilled his commitments to God, to God’s Law, to the ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Sign Of Jonah Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 11, 2009

In today’s lesson we see, first, the request for a sign (that Jesus prove that he is the Messiah, the Son of God, and the Savior of sinners), and second, the response of Jesus.

Scripture Today is Easter Sunday, the day that the Christian Church around the world celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. Two thousand years ago Jesus was born in Bethlehem. Jesus knew that his life mission was “to seek and to save the lost” (Luke 19:10). He knew that he was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:38-42

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Encountering The Resurrected Christ Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Apr 12, 2009

What if... Jesus really did rise from the dead? And what if... we can know Him in the power of His resurrection? When we encounter the resurrected Christ, everything changes.

ENCOUNTERING THE RESURRECTED CHRIST OPENING TEXT: “Oh, that You would rend the heavens! That You would come down! That the mountains might shake at Your presence… When You did awesome things for which we did not look, You came down, The mountains shook at Your presence. For since the beginning of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: *other

From The Grave To The Sky And Beyond Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Apr 14, 2009

Based on the poem, Footprints in the Sand by Mary Stevenson, this series follows the footprints of Jesus from the Upper Room to His Resurection.

Scripture References (Jn 20:1-31, Mtt 28:1-20, Mk 16:1-20, Lk 24:1-49) We have been following- footprints of Jesus as He journeyed to Jerusalem and the cross. He left footprints in the sands of time- footprints that- left an impression on- conscience of mankind that he cannot wipe away tell us- ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Charismatic

The Victory Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Apr 14, 2009

Our experience may alter the way we come to the cross but not the victory we have in it.

March 23, 2008 Easter Service The Victory of the Cross The Victory of the Cross When I survey the wondrous cross, on which the prince of glory died, my richest gain I count but loss, and pour contempt on all my pride. See from His head, His hands, His feet, sorrow and love flow mingled down, ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: *other

A Simple Conversation Series

Contributed by David Rumley on Apr 16, 2009

Approaching Easter to define the difference between relationship and fellowship and what God offers to us.

Simple Conversation: Leading to the Sunday of our lives: John 15 9 "As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you. Now remain in my love. 10 If you obey my commands, you will remain in my love, just as I have obeyed my Father’s commands and remain in his love. 11 I have told you this so that my ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-12

Denomination: Pentecostal