Sermons on Fourth Sunday Of Easter:

Little Bo Pete Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Mar 22, 2004

The third message in an Easter series looking at the life of Peter. In particular, how we struggle with some of the same issues he did because of our attidue of self-sufficiency.

The Passion of Christ March 21, 2004 Little Bo Pete – Mt. 26:33-54 Sunday AM Intro: Little Bo Pete lost some sleep b/c he didn’t trust the Savior Got out of the boat, and almost did float instead he only got soaked Little Bo Pete lost some sleep b/c he didn’t hear the Savior Was there in the night ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-38, Matthew 26:33-54

Denomination: Baptist

The Cross: It's Wisdom

Contributed by Leon Hergert on Mar 14, 2002

As we look at Jesus during his last hours we see the son of God, but we also see very clearly his humanity. He was a man, and he can identify with our needs.

The Cross: It’s wisdom Mark 14:32-42 Every Christian can grow in their knowledge of Jesus Christ, but understanding the experiences of Jesus in the Garden of Gethsamane. Introduction: There are some interesting facts about the sisal plant from which is made tough sisal twine. It grows in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:32-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Missouri Thomas

Contributed by John Beehler on Apr 4, 2002

Stop doubting and believe!

Missouri Thomas Let’s suppose this morning that we could read the headlines that would have taken place in the week after that first Easter. What would the headlines have looked like if there were a Jerusalem Post in first century Palestine? Possibly the following: “CRUCIFIED JESUS ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Passion Week Act Iv Feasting Series

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Mar 5, 2005

This is on the Lord’s Supper.

The action really kicks into gear now. The events move at an ever-increasing pace from this point. It’s a blur, a whirlwind. Chapter 26 starts with the religious elite plotting to kill Jesus. Jesus is then anointed. Judas agrees to hand Jesus over. Read Matthew 26:17-29. The first thing we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:17-29

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Death And Resurrection Of Hope

Contributed by Daniel Richter on Oct 10, 2006

Easter Message

This morning we celebrate Easter; we celebrate the Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ from the tomb that could not hold him over 2000 years ago. Over the years, as with any religious holiday and observances, the reality and the significance of what we are celebrating can get lost in all of the ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Marks Of Faith

Contributed by Daniel Haas on Apr 25, 2011

That is why we gather every week, because doubt is permitted in church. The story of the doubting Thomas is a great example for our faith lives.

John 20:19-31 DOUBTING THOMAS - The disciples saw that Jesus resurrected from the dead - Thomas says, he could not believe unless he sees it - Many people were spectators when Jesus was crucified - The disciples - foremost our fearful Thomas for sure - hid away from the people, e.g. Peter denying ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Congregational

The Tomb Is Still Empty

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 17, 2007

Are there good reasons to believe that Jesus was raised from the dead? In this sermon I use Lee Stobel’s three "E"s to give proof of the resurrection.

Introduction: A. Happy Resurrection Day to everyone! Hope you are encouraged and uplifted by today’s worship! B. I thought we might start on the light side, with a little Easter humor. 1. What does the Easter bunny get for making baskets? 2 or 3 points, just like everyone else. (That’s a good ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Blessed To Be A Blessing Series

Contributed by James Kelley on Apr 12, 2004

Easter Sermon that deals with the blessings we have through Jesus’ resurrection and the purpose of God to use us to bless others.

BLESSED TO BE A BLESSING Romans 4:25 (This sermon and the subsequent series is inspired by the sermon series BLESSED TO BE A BLESSING, by Rick Warren of Saddleback Valley Community Church.) I think one of the easiest traps we fall into is taking the blessings of God for granted. We are so ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:25

Denomination: Baptist

The Centerpiece Of The Gospel: The Cross

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Apr 9, 2006

Part of a series for Easter, the centerpiece of the gospesl, the masterpiece of the Gospels, the eternal peace God’s good news. Standing between death and life is the cross. It stands between carnal life and eternal life. God’s centerpiece of Salvation

Intro: A centerpiece is the central or most important feature. Centerpieces tend to be the focus or center of attention. Anyone who has ever attended a wedding should be familiar with centerpieces. The centerpiece of the wedding is the bride; the centerpiece of the reception is the couple. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Crowned, Crossed & Condemned

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Apr 14, 2006

Jesus wore the crown of diety and because of that, He was put on the cross. But what most have never realized is that He was also guilty. Let’s see what He was guilty of .....

I am going to talk tonight about the Jesus’ crown, Jesus’ cross, and the Jesus’ guilt. I will show you a crown you have not noticed; I will talk about a cross in a light you have never seen it before; and I will prove to you that Jesus was, in fact, guilty. 1. THE CROWN YOU DID NOT SEE ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2

Denomination: *other

Resurrection Wonder Series

Contributed by Derek Melanson on Apr 20, 2006

We need to recover our sense of resurrection wonder, joy, and excitement over what is possible with God.

“Resurrection Wonder” John 20: 1 – 18 1. Have any of you ever read the comic strip Calvin and Hobbes? In one storyline Calvin’s father is reading him a bedtime story – “Hamster Huey and Gooey Kablooey!” – and the poor father is getting really tired of this story. It’s Calvin’s favourite and he ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Ticket

Contributed by Tim Hedberg on May 9, 2006

Looking for Jesus.

The Ticket John 20:1-18 April 16, 2006 (Easter Sunday) 94 years ago this week, a boat described as unsinkable left its harbor in Southampton, England for its maiden voyage across the Atlantic. This boat, the biggest passenger boat of its time, was carrying 2,224 people - some on board for a ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Carpenter's Cloth Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on May 22, 2006

This is taken from Sigmund Brouwer’s wonderful book of the same name. This speaks of the cross being only part of God’s plan of salvation for us, the empty tomb being the other. Jesus the carpenter wants to complete His work in us.

John 20:1-9 – The Carpenter’s Cloth Tonight I’m going to share a thought with you that I read several years ago, and it has blessed me ever since. In fact, likely, you remember it since I read it to you on my 1st Easter Sunday message in Doaktown and Blissfield. I hope that it encourages you ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The News Delivered By An Angel

Contributed by Mike Turner on Mar 22, 2005

This is the resurrection story as told by the angel that rolled away the stone ! Hear what he says !

The News Delivered By An Angel Matthew 28:1-8 Intoduction: Adrian Rogers and his wife, Joyce were in Russia before Lenin’s tomb was torn down. It was an attraction for tourists to go through the mausoleum where Lenin’s body was on display. You probably ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

"Overflowing Supply" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Mar 24, 2003

God has a generous supply of forgiveness and healing.

Iliff and Saltillo UM churches Fifth Sunday of Lent March 17, 2002 “Overflowing Supply” Psalm 130 INTRODUCTION: Psalm 130 is one of seven Penitential Psalms consisting of confession of sin, repentance, and a desire to return to God. Five of the seven were written by David. This one is said to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 130:1-8

Denomination: Methodist