Sermons on Fear Of Death:

Fear And Faith

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jan 12, 2013

A sermon to help us overcome our fears.

“The Sum of All Fears ” Psalm 56:1-13 Psalms 56:3 What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee. Over the years there have been several TV programs and even movies that have dealt with the issue of fear. There was even one called “The Fear Factor” from which I borrowed today ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 56:3

Denomination: Baptist

34. The Death Of Ishbosheth Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Dec 17, 2025

Second Samuel chapter 4 is a sobering warning to anyone tempted to “help God along.” It shows us what happens when fear replaces faith, when ambition overrides conscience, and when people wrap sinful actions in religious language and expect God’s blessing in return.

The Death of Ishbosheth December 17, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship 2 Samuel 4 When God’s Will Is Used as an Excuse for Sin One of the most dangerous phrases a Christian can utter is this: “God understands why I had to do it this way.” Those words have justified betrayal, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 4:1-12

Denomination: Brethren

The Day Death Dies.

Contributed by Steve Pilon on Apr 28, 2001

Death has lost its sting only because Jesus defeated it on its own turf.

Title: The day that Death dies A few weeks ago three sisters from this congregation, Suzanne, Charlene, and Donna, sang a beautiful song called the Shepherd Medley. But before they sang the song one of them, Charlene, gave a testimony telling the rest of the congregation just what this song meant ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Finished With Fear Series

Contributed by Brian Moon on Oct 24, 2002

Part 2 of this amazing series showing us how to deal with our emotions in a positive way. This message will show you how to be "Finished with Fear!"

“How to Deal with the Way I Feel” part 2 (Finished with Fear) Brian A. Moon 5-year old Johnny was in the kitchen as his mother made supper. She asked him to go into the pantry and get her a can of tomato soup, but he didn’t want to go in alone. "It’s dark in there and I’m scared." She asked again, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:20, Isaiah 41:10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Overcoming Fear

Contributed by Richard Horn on Jun 13, 2010

A look at why we fear and how we can overcome fear through Christ.

June 6, 2010 Overcoming Fear When Mark was drumming for us during our time of praise and worship we had a little inside joke. He would from time to time play the cowbell prompting me to say - we need more cowbell. Anyone remember Will Farrell from the skit on Saturday Night Live? Well that song ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:22-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fear Factor Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Nov 11, 2002

Life can be frightening; How do I follow God through my most overwhelming fears?

November 10, 2002 7But when Sanballat and Tobiah and the Arabs, Ammonites, and Ashdodites heard that the work was going ahead and that the gaps in the wall were being repaired, they became furious. 8They all made plans to come and fight against Jerusalem and to bring about confusion there. 9But we ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:7-23

Denomination: United Methodist

On The Death Of Heroes

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 9, 2019

The message is a call for men to be manly, despite knowing the cost that may be required of a man.

“David lamented with this lamentation over Saul and Jonathan his son, and he said it should be taught to the people of Judah; behold, it is written in the Book of Jashar. He said: “‘Your glory, O Israel, is slain on your high places! How the mighty have fallen! Tell it not in Gath, publish it ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 1:17-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Storm Of Fear Series

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Feb 8, 2023

Why does God allow storms in our lives? To teach us that we need Him every day and every hour of our lives. Storms don't just gradually, progressively come. "Thus saith God, 'a storm is coming to you'". Storms happen just like that, like lightning out of a blue sky.

Why does God allow storms in our lives? To teach us that we need Him every day and every hour of our lives. Storms don't just gradually, progressively come. Fox news does not put on a news flash, "Thus saith God, 'a storm is coming to you'". Storms happen just like that, like ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fear Factor

Contributed by Ronald Crandall on Mar 25, 2011

So, what are you afraid of? What it is that sends Goosebumps up and down your spine, brings your heart up into your throat .

Fear Factor 2 Timothy 1:3-14 So, what are you afraid of? What it is that sends chills up and down your spine, brings your heart up into your throat. Is it Snakes, heights, spiders, enclosed spaces? To most of us we have seen those things explored at some point or another on Fear ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:3-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Overcoming Fear Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Sep 25, 2016

Fear is “the oldest and strongest emotion of mankind.” It can box us in and hold us captive. This sermon looks at how to overcome fear

Overcoming Fear Matthew 10:26-36 There’s the story of 5 year-old Johnny who was in the kitchen as his mother made supper. She asked him to go into the pantry and get her a can of soup but he didn't want to go in alone. “It’s dark in there and I am scared.” She asked again ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:26-36

Denomination: Methodist

The Christian's Gain In Death

Contributed by Marvin P. Hoogland on Sep 18, 2018

Funeral sermon upon the death of an elderly believer

Philippians 1:21 For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain. (RSV) The apostle Paul was a man who had no fear of death. He was able to speak freely about the reality of death. Death held no terror for him. He even looked forward to it. Not that Paul was disillusioned with life and simply ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-26

3 Kinds Of Death Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 15, 2018

3 kinds of death: physical, spiritual and eternal

HoHum: Fred was in the hospital, near death, so the family sent for the preacher. As the preacher stood beside the bed, Fred’s frail condition grew worse, and he motioned frantically for something to write on. The preacher lovingly handed him a pen and piece of paper, and Fred used his last ounce ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:14-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Fear Of Foolishness Series

Contributed by Mark Batterson on Oct 18, 2005

If you aren’t willing to look foolish you’re foolish.

Wired For Worship 09.20.05 Pastor Mark Batterson This evotional continues the Wired for Worship series. To subscribe to the podcast, visit www.theaterchurch.com. This week’s video, Chaos Dance, is also posted @ www.evotional.com. I’m also posting additional thoughts on my daily blog ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Not Being Dictated To By Death

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Mar 9, 2008

A sermon for Lent 5, reminding us that there is life beyond death and encouraging us not to be dictated to by death

What’s your attitude to death? If you were to visit a doctor tomorrow and they said you were dieing, how would you react? Would you be like one of my mates who said, I can’t afford to die yet, I don’t have enough money for the funeral? Or perhaps you might be like the lady who said of course I ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Denomination: Lutheran

Burial: Death’s Demise Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Apr 21, 2011

In Romans 6:1–5, Paul shows three results that should be evident in a believers life because of the death of Christ. We see: 1) The Antagonist (v.1), 2) The Answer (v.2), and 3) The Argument explaining and defending that Answer (vv.3–5).

Today we remember the sacrificial death of Christ. Yet, for Christians, there is a new reality that goes beyond mere remembrance. In Romans 6:1–5, Paul shows three results that should be evident in a believers life because of the death of Christ. We see: 1) The Antagonist (v.1), 2) The Answer ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-5

Denomination: Other