Sermons on Grave Is Empty:

A Message From Beyond The Grave

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Apr 27, 2010

A Message from beyond the Grave 1) Halleluiah! 2) Hang in there!

How do you keep in touch with your friends? Do you prefer the convenience of emailing, or the immediacy of texting? Perhaps you’re among the millions who rely on a social networking site like Facebook. Did you know that you can now stay connected even after you die? Really! Companies like ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:9-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Diggin Your Own Grave

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 29, 2008

How are we using what God has given us to build His kingdom. We are either life givers or grave diggers.

Digging Your own Grave Matt 25:15-30 Again, the Kingdom of Heaven can be illustrated by the story of a man going into another country, who called together his servants and loaned them money to invest for him while he was gone. He gave $5,000 to one, $2,000 to another, and $1,000 to the last-- ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:15-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

Bound In The Grave Clothes Of Sin

Contributed by Kenneth Tankersley on Nov 22, 2007

JESUS SAID LOOSE HIM AND LET HIM GO. HE WHO WAS BOUND IN THE GRAVE CLOTHES CAME FORTH ALIVE. ARE YOU WRAPPED IN THE WEDDING GARMENT OF THE BRIDE OF CHRIST OR BOUND IN THE GRAVE CLOTHES OF SIN?

BOUND IN THE GRAVE CLOTHES OF SIN TEXT: JOHN 11: 1--6 AND 38--44 INTRODUCTION: HERE IN THE MIDST OF UNBELIEF, WE FIND THE MIRACLE OF LAZARUS BEING RAISED FROM THE DEAD. JESUS TOLD HIS DISCIPLES OUR FRIEND LAZARUS IS SLEEPING. THOMAS SAID IF HE SLEEPS HE DOES WELL. THEN JESUS TOLD THEM PLAINLY: ...read more

Scripture: John 11:38-44

Denomination: Baptist

Touching Lives From The Grave

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Oct 26, 2018

A study in the book of 2 Kings 13: 1 – 25

2 Kings 13: 1 – 25 Touching lives from the grave 13 In the twenty-third year of Joash the son of Ahaziah, king of Judah, Jehoahaz the son of Jehu became king over Israel in Samaria and reigned seventeen years. 2 And he did evil in the sight of the LORD and followed the sins of Jeroboam the son of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 13:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Many People In One Grave Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 30, 2014

This passage addresses Christians who have been born again and describes what has happened to us. This is not about things that ought to happen to you nor are they things you ought to try to do. These are true realities in your life if you are born again.

INTRODUCTION I’m sure you have all heard lawyer jokes. There are plenty of them, but it is said when the American humorist, Will Rogers, was walking through a cemetery one day, he saw a tombstone that said, “Here lies a lawyer, and an honest man.” Will said, “What do you ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Jesus Doing In The Grave

Contributed by Tessie R. Simmons on Sep 5, 2011

In the graves Jesus preaches.

Jesus is crucified Friday, on a cross and buried by Joseph of Arimathaea (Matthew 27:57-60; Mark 15:45-46; Luke 23:50-53 and John 19:38). All four Gospel writers agree that it is Joseph of Arimathaea who buries Jesus. We have no doubt that Jesus is in the grave, but what is he doing? Is he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:18-20

Denomination: Methodist

Take Off The Grave Clothes

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 27, 2014

From the day we are born we begin to die. It’s as if our bodies are already dressed in grave clothes. As marvelous as science is, it has not yet mastered life’s greatest enemy, death. Yet there is one who has.

Intro What kind of life would we lead if we were guaranteed not to die? How would we live if we knew already that we were immortal like a kind of Superman or Superwoman? Goal I want us to realize that immortality is not just the stuff of Hollywood fiction but a reality in Christ. Plan We will ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From A Grave Yard

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Oct 27, 2020

There are some important lessons we can learn from Lazarus’ death and resurrection (resuscitation) – a. The Heart of the Church b. The Ministry of the Church and c. The Future of the Church

Scripture: John 5:21-29; John 11 Theme: Lessons learned from a Graveyard There are some important lessons we can learn from Lazarus’ death and resurrection (resuscitation) – a. The Heart of the Church b. The Ministry of the Church and c. The Future of the Church INTRO: Grace and ...read more

Scripture: John 5:21-29, 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Nazarene

Gratitude For Deliverance From The Grave

Contributed by Charles Spurgeon on Nov 17, 2014

A classic sermon delivered in 1892 encouraging believers to be comforted and even grateful for their trials and afflictions.

In connection with the dedication of the Jubilee House, which commemorated the fifth year of a life often threatened by grievous sickness. [Will the reader kindly note the remarks at the end of this sermon, before he reads the discourse?—C.H.S.] "I shall not die, but live, and declare the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:1-29

Denomination: *other

Lo In The Grave He Lay Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Apr 3, 2025

In 1st Corinthians 15 Paul says that the issues of first importance are the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus. We hear a lot about the death of Christ, and the resurrection of Christ, but what about the burial? That's what we're looking at today.

Lo In the Grave He Lay Text: John 19:31-42 Every time I preach I have a couple of goals. First I want to faithfully, and correctly exposit the Word of God. It’s the Word, rightly proclaimed and taught that makes all the difference… Secondly, I always hope and pray that through the preaching of ...read more

Scripture: John 19:30-42, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, Isaiah 53:9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

He Rose From The Grave Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This Easter sermon introduction reviews a series called "Against All Odds" based on Isaiah 53, highlighting the prophesied actions of the Messiah that were fulfilled by Jesus during Holy Week.

Good morning everybody! And Happy Easter! Are you ready to do some learning today? Pray with me: Lord Jesus, speak to me. Amen! Take out your notes and let’s learn together. For the past 5 weeks we’ve been in a series called Against All Odds. The series is based on a monumental chapter in the Old ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:10-11, Luke 24:1-49, John 20:19-23

Topics: Resurrection, Prophecy Fulfillment, Holy Week

Sermon Series: Against All Odds

He Rose From The Grave Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Oct 3, 2023

Jesus' resurrection was a miracle that defied all odds, proving God's power and fulfilling His promises. It is a reminder that we can trust in Jesus and have hope for our future.

Hey guys, Happy Easter! Before we dive in, let's have a quick chat with Jesus. 'Hey Jesus, we're all ears. Speak to us. Amen.' Imagine this. You're watching a movie, and the hero gets knocked down. It looks like it's game over. But then, against all odds, he gets back up. That's exactly what ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:10-11, Luke 24:1-49, John 20:19-23

Topics: Resurrection Miracles, Easter Story, Divine Intervention, Biblical Miracles

The Testimony Of An Empty Tomb

Contributed by John White on Apr 1, 2006

An Easter message focused upon the veracity of the Easter story.

THE TESTIMONY OF AN EMPTY TOMB Luke 24:1-12 Have you ever seen an old empty house in a deserted neighborhood? Perhaps the doors stand ajar, sagging on hinges, loosened by the ravages of weather and time. Have you noticed the vacant stare of glassless windows? If you paused to listen you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Message Of The Empty Tomb Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 1, 2010

The women who followed Jesus discovered that the tomb was empty. Peter and the beloved disciples confirmed their discovery. For the rest of their lives, these people discovered how the empty tomb opened up God's kingdom to them.

John 20:1-18 “The Message of the Empty Tomb” INTRODUCTION Occasionally a Good Friday situation slips into our lives. These are situations that appear to be hopeless and beyond God’s power—times when we wonder if there will ever be life after death. For some Good ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Lutheran

The Impact Of The Empty Tomb

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Apr 18, 2006

Discover the impact the resurrection of Jesus can have on your life.

A Sunday School teacher had just finished telling her third graders about how Jesus was crucified and placed in a tomb with a great stone sealing the opening. Then, wanting to share the excitement of the resurrection, she asked: "And what do you think were Jesus’ first words when He came bursting ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-29

Denomination: Baptist