Sermons on Grave Yards:

The Chilling Story Of A Stingy Man Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 9, 2021

This rich man took his arrogance with him to the other side of the grave. If he knew Lazarus’ name in hell, wouldn't he also know about Lazarus’ pitiful condition on earth?

24 hour prayer today – next one is May 16/17, 2015 – you can sign up at http://www.nrhbc.org/24pray. Here’s our next series – “I Have a Friend Who…” We invite your questions. Today is I’m Not Ashamed Day – a day when many will publically identify with Jesus in baptism. You’ll also hear about how we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

Death Has Died, And Jesus Christ Has Won (1 Corinthians 15:51-58)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Feb 6, 2023

Death and the grave hold no fear to a child of God. If we have put our faith in Jesus Christ for salvation, we can have confidence that His death and resurrection has put an end to it.

In 1 Corinthians 15:51-58, Paul teaches that the flesh cannot inherit the kingdom of God, and in our present state, our sins and wickedness cannot be tolerated in the presence of a holy God. Paul tells the Corinthians that at the allotted time, God will change our present corrupt bodies into ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:51-58, John 11:25, Matthew 9:35-36, Matthew 11:28-30, Revelation 20:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Resurrection Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Apr 7, 2020

The resurrection of Jesus changes everything - our past, our present and our future.

The Resurrection The Story – week 27 I want to start off today with some powerful words that Paul put to paper 2000 years ago NOT ONLY for a bunch of believers who were living in the city of Corinth – BUT ALSO for you and I who are sitting in this room today. AND – let’s stand together as I read ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-8, Romans 1:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Planting The Word

Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 9, 2004

In this message we will see not only how the Word of God is planted, but we will see the power of the planted Word.

"PLANTING THE WORD" TEXT: LUKE 8:1-56/HEB 4:12 INTRODUCTION In Hebrews 4:12 we read; "THE WORD OF GOD IS LIVING AND ACTIVE. SHARPER THAN ANY DOUBLE EDGED SWORD, IT PENETRATES EVEN TO DIVIDING SOUL AND SPIRIT, JOINTS AND MARROW; IT JUDGES THE THOUGHTS AND ATTITUDES OF THE HEART..." Turn in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:1-56

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Where Do You Turn Series

Contributed by Jamey Stuart on May 15, 2008

A series on where a person can turn for help with various problems

Ever since the fall, everything in the universe has been turned on its head! Nothing is as it was supposed to be. Relationships that once were perfect in intimacy became complicated by selfishness and pride. Instead of living forever, our physical bodies began to deteriorate, and our relationship ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Adam – A Pattern Of The One To Come

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jun 25, 2018

Adam – A Pattern of the One to Come – Romans chapter 5 verse 14 – Sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: Truth #1: Sin and its origin. Truth #2: Sin and its effects. Truth #3: Sin and the Law. Truth #4: Sin and the Two Adams. SERMON BODY Ill: • Not far from where we live is the birthplace of Charles Dickens. • He was an English writer, • Who created some of the world's best-known ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

A Little Bit Of Sin

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 25, 2009

The danger with a little bit of sin, is that we can sin just a little. However, we must know that there are grave consequences when we choose to follow our own desires rather than following the will of God.

“The angels urged Lot, saying, ‘Up! Take your wife and your two daughters who are here, lest you be swept away in the punishment of the city.’ But he lingered. So the men seized him and his wife and his two daughters by the hand, the Lord being merciful to him, and they brought him out and set ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:15-26

Denomination: Baptist

He Got Up!

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Apr 3, 2007

Easter means victory. Victory over death, hell and the grave. This Easter, we can walk in the resurrection power of Jesus Christ. Let us look to the Word of God this morning for more insight into the resurrection of Jesus.

Introduction o For a lot of people, Easter is just another holiday, a 3-day weekend of fun and no work. For others, it’s chocolate bunnies and Easter eggs. o For the Believer in Christ Jesus, it is the reason why we live on this earth. The resurrection of Jesus is the basis of our faith. o Easter ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Matt. 21: 1-17 The Triumphant Entry

Contributed by William D. Brown on Mar 24, 2013

This was the entry of the Messiah, the King of Kings; and His triumph was to be the greatest victory of all time, the victory over sin, death and the grave. To do that He would have to die in place of all humanity, and then rise from the dead as the

Matt. 21: 1-17 THE TRIUMPHANT ENTRY 3-15-13 What we're about to look into today is often referred to as His triumphant entry, Jesus officially offers Himself to the nation of Israel as her long-awaited Messiah. Some may wonder how this could be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Christian Teacher’s Integrity

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 18, 2011

James highlighted the grave responsibility of the Christian teacher’s integrity. Inconsistencies may exist which can undermine the Christian teacher’s integrity. 4 Inconsistencies undermining the Christian teacher’s integrity are...

The Christian Teacher’s Integrity—James 3:1-18 Attention: The teachers we remember: Elementary School: Mrs. Kluttz—1st grade Mrs. Smeltzer—2nd grade Mrs. Elaine Kluttz—4th grade These all expressed such love for us. They cared about our hurts & wanted us to succeed. In a way, these were sort of ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Envy

Contributed by Carl Allen on May 5, 2010

Let’s be honest – it’s in all of us. From the cradle to the grave envy’s in our hearts and you see it come to the surface in the things we think and say.

Envy Exodus 20:7; Gen. 37 Introduction I want you to imagine two small town grocery store owners; two men who are bitter rivals. Their stores are right across the street from each other, and they spend each day with an eye on each other, keeping track of each other’s business. One gets a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7

Denomination: Baptist

Death Defeated Death

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Apr 6, 2020

Yes, that's what Jesus did on Easter morn His death defeated death and the Good News is through the grace and mercy of Christ He will bring us up out of that grave>

Death Defeated Death Matthew 28:1-10 1. Easter confronts us with the reality of death. • death isn’t normal — • Death is not a friend to be embraced • Death is a destructive, insidious force, not to be reconciled to, but to be reckoned with. Paul says in I Corinthians 15:26, death is not a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

You Are Made Alive In Christ Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 14, 2019

As Christ had gone down into His baptism of death, so the communicant in the moment of baptism was “buried,” as Christ had been in the grave. Then he “rose” into “new life,” as Christ had risen on the first Easter Day.

11/5/18 Tom Lowe IVB2: You are Made Alive in Christ (Col. 2:13-15) • “Special Notes” and “Scripture” appear as endnotes. • NIV Bible is used throughout unless noted otherwise. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

Stuck In A Rut? Lord Reveal The Ruts!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 29, 2019

Few can see the danger of spiritual ruts. Ruts are nothing more than an open ended grave. Are we prepare to allow the Holy Spirit to set us free from the ruts that trap us? (Series)

STUCK IN A RUT? LORD REVEAL THE RUTS! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Psalm 139:23 Search me, O God, and know my heart: try me, and know my thoughts: 24 And see if there be any wicked way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting. Psalm 139:23 (MSG) Investigate my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:23-24, Genesis 3:6-12, 2 Timothy 3:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

An Honest Word About A Horrific Place Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 14, 2018

Most people believe in existence beyond the grave, with the majority assuming everyone will eventually wind up in heaven, or some place of euphoric bliss. Heaven is reserved for the saved, but hell will be a reality for those apart from Christ.

An Honest Word about a Horrific Place Mark 9: 42-50 As I studied this passage, I was reminded of the common attitude that permeates modern society. We live in an age when most believe that truth is relative, rather than absolute. Most believe in existence beyond the grave, with the majority ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:42-50

Denomination: Baptist