Sermons about Funeral Preparations

The Strength God Brings - Funeral Message

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 17, 2001

based on 341 ratings

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This a basic funeral message from various passages in the Psalms

The Funeral Service Opening I am the resurrection and the life; he who believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and whoever lives and believes in me shall never die. Invocation O Eternal God, our Father, from whom we come and to whom we go, grant us the favor of Your divine presence at ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-2, Psalm 31:24

Denomination: Church Of God

Eulogy Rebecca Glover --Funeral Service

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Feb 24, 2020

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This is a eulogy for a believer who was dearly loved by her family, loved children, and was very active in the life of the church. Her home was the home all the kids wanted to visit. She was known as Aunt Becky to many.

Eulogy Rebecca Becky Glover 2-/15/2020 Psalms 139:13-139:16 There was one commandment that God gave that Betty and Henry Thornton took to heart to obey with all their body, soul and strength and that was “to be fruitful and multiply.” They ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16, 2 Timothy 4:6-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Funeral: Trust=peace Of Mind And Heart

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jul 12, 2008

based on 4 ratings

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This sermon is based on Proverbs 3:5-6 and emphasises the peace that comes from trusting the Lord rather than the new cultural spiritual fads that tingle ears.

In Jesus Holy Name Text: Proverbs 3:5-6 Funeral Redeemer “Total Trust=Peace of Mind and Heart” “Trust in the Lord with all your heart lean not on your own understanding in all your ways acknowledge him and he will make your paths straight.” Proverbs 3:5-6 What ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Eulogy For Tamika Scott Funeral Homegoing

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Dec 20, 2021

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This is a eulogy for my cousin who grew up in the church, drifted away and came back to the Lord in the final two years of her life. She died unexpectedly at age 45. Family meant a lot to her

Tamika Scott Psalms 12/16/2021 139:13-16 John 14:1-6 The people of the United States of America were getting ready to celebrate their 200th birthday as a nation with only 34 days to go in the year 1976. But for Eugene and Yvonne ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16, John 14:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Funeral: Hope Secured By Knowledge And Faith

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Feb 14, 2007

based on 84 ratings

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This message is based on the story of Jesus raising Jarius’ daughter. Several illustrations are from Ron Mehl’s book Surprise Endings and one from Max Lucado. Death does not care about race, gender or age.... but we have the sure promises of Jesus, guar

In Jesus Holy Name September 21, 2005 Text: Luke 8:41-42 Funeral Redeemer “Hope, Secured by Knowledge and Faith” There is a story in the Bible about a name named Jairus. He was the ruler of a local Jewish synagogue. His daughter, age 12 was gravely ill. She was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:41-42

Denomination: Lutheran

Psalms 23 - Not Just For Funerals Anymore

Contributed by Michael Bates on Dec 31, 2023

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Many people think that Psalms 23 is only read aloud at funeral services. No, that's not the case, Psalms 23 also applies to many other areas in our lives. This short sermon explains this perspective further.

Let's all read Psalms 23 together: The Good Shepherd 1 The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I lack. 2 He lets me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside quiet waters. 3 He renews my life; He leads me along the right paths for His name's sake. 4 Even when I go through the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Funeral Sermon: Victory Beyond The Grave Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 5, 2025

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The Apostle Paul reminds us that death has been swallowed up in victory. Through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, a door has been opened for us into eternal life. The grave may claim the body, but it cannot hold the soul of the righteous.

FUNERAL SERMON: VICTORY BEYOND THE GRAVE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 15:51-57 (KJV) 51 Behold, I shew you a mystery; We shall not all sleep, but we shall all be changed, 52 In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trump: for the trumpet shall sound, and the dead ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:51-57

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Funeral Sermon: Resting In The Arms Of The Shepherd Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 5, 2025

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Psalm 23 is a psalm of comfort and assurance. It speaks of a Shepherd who provides, protects, and leads His sheep—not only in life but also through death and beyond.

FUNERAL SERMON: RESTING IN THE ARMS OF THE SHEPHERD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 23:1-4 (KJV) 1 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. 3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Funeral Service: Elderly Christian Man

Contributed by George Crumbly on Aug 28, 2005

based on 61 ratings

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A Funeral message for an elderly Christian man. (My Grandfather)

FUNERAL SERVICE: Christian Elderly Man by George Crumbly Service for O.B. McGill (My Grandfather) March 12, 2002 Lake Wales Florida Church of the Nazarene Ecclesiastes 4:7-12 I count it an honor, a privledge, a blessing to stand before you today and bring this message for my Grandfather O.B. ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:7-12

Denomination: Methodist

Loosing Our Rose Buds Funeral

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 12, 2002

based on 158 ratings

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I was asked to develop a funeral for the one that died before their time, adapts into a lesson on living.

Loosing our Rose’s buds for the Master’s Bouquet? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I did this for a funeral but this is easily adapted for a lesson on living. Text: Isa. 35:1 The desert shall rejoice, and blossom as the rose. Luke 12:27 Consider the lilies how they grow: they toil ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1, Luke 12:27-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Funeral For "a Character"

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 26, 2019

based on 4 ratings

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Charlie was an Army man who gave his life to Christ. He was also "a Character" - a little eccentric, and offbeat. Find out why he made it to heaven.

One of my favorite books in the Bible is Ephesians. Paul wrote it as a letter to the church at Ephesus and the first chapter focused on how important that group of Christians was to God. But then, when you get to what we call Chapter 2, Paul gives them a reality check. (God tells us that once) ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Funeral Sermon: The Lord Is Our Comforter Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 5, 2025

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Let us take comfort in the knowledge that God, who comforts us in all our tribulations, will also help us comfort others who mourn.

FUNERAL SERMON: THE LORD IS OUR COMFORTER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 (KJV) Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort; Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Get Ready For The Judge

Contributed by C. Scott Ghan on Apr 6, 2012

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Funeral Sermon for a couple, killed in a car accident, who had fallen out of church for a few years.

FUNERAL: Billy and Judy Reece 050612 TEXT: Various I. THE QUESTIONS OF OUR HEARTS A. The question we are all asking ourselves: Did Billy and Judy go to Heaven? 1. There are problems with with us even asking such a question. It puts us in the posistion of being judge over ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Funeral Service For Aunt Mary Ashley Series

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Aug 3, 2020

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Funeral sermon for my grandfather's sister. Saturday, May 18, 2019, in Liberty, TX.

Funeral Service for Aunt Mary Ashley Welcome Express gratitude on behalf of the family (Acknowledge people coming, cards, flowers, gifts, etc. Offer personal sympathy) Mary Frances Ashley, age 81, of Dayton, passed away Tuesday, May 14, 2019 in the Liberty Health Care Nursing Home. She was born ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 5:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Funeral Service Male Age 21

Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Jun 6, 2001

based on 275 ratings

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Funeral Service for Male, Age 21 who died tragically by his own hand.

Funeral.088 Brian Patrick Sykes, Age 21 From the pulpit of Bayview Baptist Church, Saturday, June 2, 2001 Prelude: Organist Processional: Organist plays hymn “Just When I Need Him Most” On behalf of the O’Quinn and Sykes family, and from the heart and soul of the fellowship of Bayview ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 29:29, Romans 8:38-39

Denomination: Baptist

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