Sermons on Godly Grief:

Saturday - The Day Of Darkness And Hopelessness Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 11, 2022

The biblical record of what took place on that Saturday between crucifixion Friday and resurrection Sunday is very brief. It was the Sabbath, and the disciples kept the Sabbath. There are important lessons for us to learn from what the disciples were surely going through on that dark Saturday.

A. There’s an old saying that goes “It’s always darkest before the dawn.” 1. The saying is meant to suggest that things always seem to get worse before they get better. 2. And the saying also suggests that the dawn will come, that we need to persevere through hard times, because things will get ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:55-56, Matthew 27:3-10, Matthew 27:62-66

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Glory Gone Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 27, 2025

When the glory is gone and you find yourself in a dark place, yes, mourn, but don’t stop there. Repent—turn from your idols to Christ. Then hope—look forward to your restoration.

Several years ago, Business Insider ran an article titled “7 Brutally Honest Job Rejection Letters.” Here are just two of them. Sub Pop, an independent record label in Seattle, sent the following rejection letter: Dear Loser, Thank you for sending your demo materials to Sun Pop for consideration. ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 10:1-22, Ezekiel 11:1-25, 2 Kings 25:8-9, Ezekiel 24:1-5, Ezekiel 24:10, 2 Chronicles 6:36-39, 1 John 5:13, Psalm 23:4, Zechariah 12:10, Romans 11:26, 2 Corinthians 5:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Beauty For Ashes

Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 6, 2023

The Lord wants to bring good things out of bad things (Romans 8:28). What are some good things that we find here in Isaiah 61 that helps those who grieve and mourn?

HoHum: Last year talked about a Blue Christmas where we acknowledge our losses of loved ones as we approach the holiday season. I was watching the Year Without a Santa Claus (lesser know production by Rankin Bass) and Santa gets a letter and it says, “I’ll have a Blue Christmas without you, I’ll ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:2-3, James 5:14, Ephesians 4:22-24, Matthew 5:4, Luke 4:18-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus: Man Of Sorrows Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jun 27, 2014

Lent series focusing on different aspect of tears in the Bible.

Jesus: Man of Sorrows Isaiah 53:1-5 2 Corinthians 7:10-11 March 9, 2014 - Lent 1 If you weren’t aware of it, Fat Tuesday was this past Tuesday. Fat Tuesday is also called Mardi Gras. Traditionally, it’s a time of celebration. There are parades, parties, balls and if you’re in ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Ingredient Of Repentance Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jan 20, 2012

Ingredient number 3! Repentance.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • I want to give you some ingredients for a couple of products, which one sounds better or better for you? • Meat by-products, water sufficient for processing, chicken, poultry by-products, rice, artificial and natural flavors, calcium phosphate, guar gum, added color, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:37-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

There Is Hope In Life's Darkest Hour

Contributed by John Knight on Jul 15, 2002

A word to those in grief, and to those who know someone who is.

There Is Hope In Life’s Darkest Hour Luke 7:11-17 Introduction: Funeral customs ( Http://library.thinkquest.org/16665/burialframe.htm.) Egypt-bodies were mummified with spices, herbs, and chemicals. Maoris (New Zealand)-bodies are burned in huts which are locals for elaborate ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-17

Denomination: Holiness

The Call To Become The Father

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on May 26, 2004

Our Call to become the father in the story involves grief, forgiveness & generosity

Luke 15:11-32 May 23, 2004 The Call to Become the Father “The Return of The Prodigal Son” by Henri Nouwen. This is one of my “must read” books for Christians – I even recommend it for non-Christians. If you haven’t read it yet, read it this summer. We’ll have a little book discussion on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: *other

All You Can Ease Buffet Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Aug 27, 2007

God cries out in grief over the death of Israel because of their complacency.

As you turn to Amos 6 tonight, I want to tell you about the first word of our text. That word is Woe. Everybody experiences grief in different ways. Some people keep it inside. Some people cry. But there are some people who really break down. We’ve all seen pictures of the professional ...read more

Scripture: Amos 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

"Moment Of Silence" - Worship Service Of The Godless

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Aug 21, 2007

This is not the time for the true church to be silent in the face of people’s grief and uncertainty

“The LORD is near to all who call upon Him, to all who call upon Him in truth.” Psalm 145:18 April 23, 2007 was exactly one week after the now infamous massacre of 32 people at Virginia Tech. I turned on the news that morning, as is my habit, to listen to what’s going on around the world ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 145:18

Denomination: Orthodox

Neglecting Family Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 20, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical perspective on this issue and its consequences.

As believers, we are called to reflect God's love and care in our relationships, especially within our families. However, when a man neglects and ignores the needs of his wife and children, it is a serious offense against God's design for the family. In this sermon, we will explore the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:8

God’s Holiness And Our Worship Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Apr 16, 2010

Ezekiel's prophecy reveals that we must allow God's holiness to drive our worship.

This morning we’ll finish our look at the prophecy contained in Ezekiel 38 and 39, so go ahead and turn into your Bibles to Ezekiel 39. As I mentioned last week, these two chapters contain one prophecy – one of the most difficult in the entire Bible to understand. There are just too ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 39:1-29

Denomination: Baptist

Samuel Lesson 11 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 12, 2019

When grandchildren are pushed into ministry.

A. WHEN GRANDCHILDREN ARE PUSHED INTO MINISTRY “Now it came to pass when Samuel was old that he made his sons judges over Israel. The name of his firstborn was Joel, and the name of his second, Abijah; they were judges in Beersheba. But his sons did not walk in his ways; they turned aside after ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Soul Care 4 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 23, 2015

You soul needs to be healthy and whole if you want a successful life. But to do this requires soul searching on our part as well as soul care. Soul care is our responsibility so we need to make sure that we do it regularly.

Testimonies: Melinda, Tom, Rochelle, myself Soul Care pt. 4 Opening Video Illustration: Soul Surfer – The Bethany Hamilton Story Quotes on Power point by Bethany: “I believe in Jesus Christ, and I believe He gave me the passion and determination to continue surfing. You fall off the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37, Acts 12:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Extreme Attacks Can Reveal The Depth Of Your Godliness And Anointing Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 22, 2024

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical principle that the more extreme the attacks, the more extreme we are in our godliness and anointing.

As believers, we are often taught to expect persecution and opposition as a natural consequence of our faith. In fact, Jesus Himself warned us that we would face persecution and hardship because of our commitment to Him (John 15:18-21). However, what we often fail to realize is that the intensity ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:18-19

My Sediments Exactly

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Jun 19, 2007

We must be in the Word of the Lord regularly to renew our joy.

Long Branch Baptist Church Halfway, Virginia; est. 1786 Tuesday, June 12, 2007 Enter to Worship Prelude David Witt Meditation Psalm 30:1 – 5 Invocation Michael Hollinger *Opening Hymn #705 “It is Well with My Soul” Welcome & Announcements Morning Prayer [See Insert] *Hymn #541 “The Joy of ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:9-12

Denomination: Baptist