Sermons on Funeral Preparations:

Memorial Service For A Christian Woman

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 12, 2021

This was a celebration of the life of a woman who was ready to meet the Lord face-to-face. This person stated she was ready when the Lord called her home.

When we lose a loved one, we often have questions for God. I know you are hurting today. So, God gives us a word about hurt. Losing a loved one hurts. God understands our hurt and He encourages us to express our hurt to him. Many times, on days like today, we try to deny our hurt or ignore it. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Dying Is Better Than Living Series

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Sep 12, 2011

A sermon on Paul's great statement; To live is Christ and to die is gain." We look at what we gain by dying and how it should affect how we live.

Title: Dying is better than living Text: Philippians 1:21-23 “For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain. If I am to go on living in the body this will mean fruitful labor for me. Yet what shall I choose? I do not know! I am torn between the two: I desire to depart and be with ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Lord Is My Shepherd

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 21, 2020

We often hear the 23rd Psalm read or recited at funerals, but did you know that it does not apply to everyone, only to the sheep of the Great Shepherd. Let’s really understand this most popular of all the Psalms.

We often hear the 23rd Psalm read or recited at funerals, but did you know that it does not apply to everyone, only to the sheep of the Great Shepherd. Let’s really understand this most popular of all the Psalms. Let’s go through Psalm 23 looking at some important details. The Lord is my shepherd; ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Play To Win

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Nov 5, 2010

Sermon preached at the funeral of a retired physician.

PLAY TO WIN Isaac Butterworth 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 (NIV) 24 Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize. 25 Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last, but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Burial Of The Christ Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Oct 18, 2016

This message describes the events and people surrounding the burial of the Christ

I. Introduction A. On the day of my big job interview I woke up late. Frantically I threw on a suit. “OH NO!” I thought. “MY TIE! My Dad was out of town and wasn’t there to help me, and for the life of me I did not know how to tie a tie! I grabbed a tie and ran out the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:57-66

Denomination: Baptist

At His Feet (Sharing Her Woes) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 24, 2012

This three sermon series focuses on Mary at the feet of Jesus. In John 11, Mary is at His feet sharing her woes. Expository and alliterated, custom PowerPoint is available if you e-mail me.

AT HIS FEET (Sharing Her Woes) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 3/25/2012 Ladies, when was the last time your husband gave you a really good foot massage? If it’s been a while, I’m going to help you a little, okay. In the past couple of weeks, I’ve learned ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Christian Church

A Few Days And Full Of Trouble

Contributed by Derrick White Sr on May 31, 2022

One of the great truths of the Bible for the Christian today is the fact that we are here, and will be gone one day, but we will be back here again.

Job 14:1 (KJV) 1 Man that is born of a woman is of few days, and full of trouble. TOPIC - A FEW DAYS AND FULL OF TROUBLE One of the great truths of the Bible for the Christian today is the fact that we are here, and will be gone one day, but we will be back here again. We can say that with ...read more

Scripture: Job 14:1

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Death

Contributed by Brett Crosson on Feb 16, 2020

Dealing with the death of a loved one is not easy. But Jesus offers hope. He promises eternal life to those who believe in Him. And gives peace to those that mourn.

I want to read from one of (the deceased's) favourite Bible verses: John 14 1“Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. 2 In my Father’s house are many rooms; if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going there to prepare a place for you? 3 And ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6, Romans 5:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

For Me To Live Is Christ And To Die Is Gain

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Aug 9, 2024

Funeral sermon for an older member of our church

Funeral for George Hafele Today we gather to celebrate the life and future of Mr. George Hafele. Times like these are never fun. But honestly, my grief today is not for George because he is in a better place, but rather for those of us who are left behind. We are the ones left with the void. The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Frail Frames Forecast Future Fixedness

Contributed by Mack Armstrong on Jul 28, 2008

David was so true when he said that we are made of dust; likewise, he was true when he said that God is aware of our earthly/dust made bodies. God, in His wisdom has made it possible that once we lay down our dust made bodies, we can inherit a new body.

PSALMS 103:14 FRAIL FRAMES FORECAST FUTURE FIXEDNESS I. FRAME: A. Finite. B. Frail. C. Fleeting. II. FACTS: A. Full. B. Formative. C. Failings. III. FUTURE: A. Freedom. B. Fellowship. C. Fixedness. The mystery of the human body is still just that: a mystery. Although doctors, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-114

Denomination: Methodist

To Die Is Gain.

Contributed by Keith Peters on Jul 9, 2011

The wonderful things a committed believer gains at death.

For me to Live is Christ, To Die is Gain Philippians 1:19-23 INTRO: In our passage Paul was struggling between desires; 1) To go on the heaven and be with Christ. 2) To stay here on earth to be with loved ones. I suppose that every Christian eventually faces such a struggle. You see there are ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:19-23

Denomination: Baptist

All Life Is Precious (A Memorial For An Adult Male With Down Syndrome)

Contributed by Steve Greene on Dec 16, 2013

This is a funeral that for an adult male with Down Syndrome. This message recognizes the value of all human life and it seeks to honor the parents who had invested their lives in three children, two of which were special needs. Names have been changed.

All Life is Precious - A memorial service for an adult male with Down Syndrome On behalf of the Smith family, I want to take this opportunity to thank you for being here to remember the life of Larry Smith. Psalm 121:1-8 (NIV) 1 I lift up my eyes to the hills-- where does my help come from? 2 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16

Denomination: Nazarene

Where Is Your Hope?

Contributed by Jerry Flury on May 28, 2002

Funeral sermon delivered to my family and their friends upon the death of my sister.

We come here today not to celebrate death but to celebrate life. Judy?s life here on earth is over but her life in heaven with her beloved Savior Jesus Christ has just began. We sorrow because we shall miss her - but we rejoice in the memories we have of her and we praise God that her life of no ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 39:4-7, Psalm 119:19

Denomination: Baptist

Comfort For Troubled Hearts

Contributed by Marvin P. Hoogland on Aug 3, 2018

A funeral sermon upon the death of an elderly Christian.

John 14:1-4 Do not let your hearts be troubled. Believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father’s house there are many dwelling places. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-4

Elogio Maurice Bickerstaff--Funeral Por Rick Gillespie- Mobley

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on May 26, 2022

Este es un elogio para un hombre que murió inesperadamente a los 53 años. Su familia lo amaba mucho y comenzó a asistir a la iglesia unos 3 años antes de su muerte.

Elogio Maurice Bickerstaff por Rick Gillespie- Mobley Juan 14:1-14:7 Maurice Bickerstaff vino a este mundo, cuando Richard Nixon era presidente, las manifestaciones contra la guerra de Vietnam crecían, el reclutamiento para el ejército comenzó en los EE. un pequeño paso para ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6, Ecclesiastes 3:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed