Sermons on Hope In Resurrection:

What Do You Believe?

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Apr 14, 2006

What we believe about the events of Easter morning must be at the center of our faith in Christ Jesus. We must believe in the resurrection of Christ Jesus "Otherwise, you have believed in vain."

I Corinthians 15: 1 – 11 What Do You Believe? Intro: A number of years ago, some Chinese and Americans were witnessing an athletic event together for the first time. The band struck up a tune. The Chinese, thinking it was playing the United States’ national anthem, stood. --- Then, the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Tomb Is Empty. He Is Risen! Resurrection Sunday Sermon In Scripture Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Apr 21, 2025

The Tomb is Empty! HE IS RISEN! From the Beginning to the End. Life-Death-Burial-Resurrection-Ascension-Return! Jesus fulfilled prophecy of the Messiah to come and save the world from sin. And HE's coming soon. Time is of the essence. Act now!

2025.04.20. Sermon Notes. Resurrection Day! (Easter) A Sermon in Scripture William Akehurst, HSW BIG IDEA: The Tomb is Empty! HE IS RISEN! From the Beginning to the End. Jesus fulfilled prophecy of the Messiah to come and save the world from sin. Life-Death-Burial-Resurrection! HE IS: Our ...read more

Scripture: John 1:12, Galatians 4:6, Matthew 6:9-13, Genesis 3:15, Genesis 3:21, Exodus 12:13, Hebrews 9:22, Luke 22:19-20, Luke 22:41-44, John 3:16-19, Luke 23:13-15, Mark 11:9-10, Luke 23:20-22, Matthew 27:24-25, Isaiah 53:5-6, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Hebrews 12:2, Luke 23:32-43, John 19:30, Matthew 27:50-54, Matthew 27:57-66, Matthew 28:1-5, Matthew 16:15-16, Matthew 1:23, John 1:29, 1 Corinthians 5:7, 1 Corinthians 15:14-26, John 14:6, John 11:25-26, Romans 10:9-10, Romans 10:13, 2 Corinthians 6:2, Ephesians 1:15-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Restored Hope - The Widow Of Nain - Mothers Day Talk

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Apr 2, 2011

Jesus and the Widow of Nain. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Sermon Outline: TWO CROWDS MEET: The widow and the mourners Jesus and his followers TWO ‘ONLY SONS’ MEET: The woman’s son and heir The Father’s son and saviour TWO SUFFERS MEET: Widow: alone and grieving Jesus: ‘man of sorrows’ TWO ENEMIES MEET: Boy: death and decay Jesus: life and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-17

Denomination: Brethren

Encourage One Another Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on May 29, 2007

The best way we can encourage one another is to remind one another of the hope we have through Jesus Christ.

We all need to be encouraged. Why? Because we all get discouraged. Scripture reading: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-5:11 (What is Paul’s purpose for writing about Christ’s return? Answer: That the Thessalonians might encourage one another. His purpose was not to answer every question about the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Forgetting What Lies Behind PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 1, 2023

Encourage us to let go of our past, strive for a future in Christ, and live in the hope and righteousness that comes from faith in Him.

Good morning, family! As we gather this fine Sunday morning, we're going to dig into a challenging yet uplifting passage from the book of Philippians. I'm reminded of a quote from Oswald Chambers, "Leave the broken, irreversible past in God’s hands, and step out into the invincible future with ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-14

Topics: Forgetting, Pressing Forward

Life From Death? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 4, 2010

Modern day Sadducees still teach that a bodily resurrection is unbelievable. For what 3 reasons do they reject a teaching that is so obviously Biblical?

(This was the last in our series "The Upside Down Teachings of Jesus" and to emphasize that theme, we played the video "Blindness" found through sermoncentral. If you’ve not seen it it is worth the time to prevue it’s powerful message). OPEN: His name was Roger Williams and he was a famous 17th ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:23-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

An Easter Exodus

Contributed by Mark Opperman on May 18, 2011

Jesus came to set people free, and His death and resurrection provided for that. I’d like to look at some parallels between God's deliverance of Israel from Egypt and how He delivers us from bondage in our lives.

An Easter Exodus Matthew 11:28 Intro: Nearly every Easter I make it a point to take another look at why I believe in the resurrection of Jesus from the dead. And as I look at my own spiritual journey over the years, I can identify several pieces of evidence that have strengthened my belief that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Reason #5: We've Got High Hopes! Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Nov 17, 2002

At Creation all nature conformed to God’s purpose and fulfilled His intention, and so He declared all He had made “very good”. One day God will declare the world “good” again. And all creation will praise God’s goodness.

Sermon Series> Romans 8, Reasons to be ENCOURAGED Reason #5: We’ve got High Hopes! 8:19-25 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts “What a crazy, rotten, mixed up world we live in!” Have you ever heard these words—or said them? I think we’ve all expressed ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:19-25

Denomination: Congregational

Listen, It's Not Too Late...there's Always Hope!

Contributed by Maria Saunders on Apr 7, 2016

The 2nd Saying from the Cross (Good Friday)

“Listen, It’s Not too Late… There’s Always Hope!” Addressing the second saying from the cross: “Then he said, “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom. Jesus answered him, “Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:42-43

Denomination: Baptist

"the Power Of Hope: A Light In The Darkness"

Contributed by Don Aldrich Tamayo on Jul 26, 2023

Today, we come together to explore a topic that touches the depths of our hearts and souls—the power of hope. In a world often clouded by uncertainty and adversity, hope emerges as a guiding light that illuminates our darkest paths.

Introduction: Today, we gather to shed some light on a topic that's been in the dark for far too long—hope! Now, I know what you're thinking, "Oh boy, another sermon on hope. How exciting!" But trust me, folks, this one's going to be a real "bright" experience! So, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:13, Hebrews 11:7, Romans 4:18-21, Job 13:15, Matthew 14:22-33  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Capturing The Meaning Of Easter Series

Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Jun 19, 2007

Message #3 in sermon series, "Pursuing Victory." Easter Sunday message, focusing on the importance and depth of meaning of Easter and Jesus’ resurrection.

Series -- Pursuing Victory Message #2: "Capturing the Meaning of Easter" -- How An Empty Tomb Can Fill Our Lives Mt.28:5-6 -- "The angel said to the women, ’Do not be afraid; for I know that you are looking for Jesus who has been crucified. He is not here, for He has risen, just as He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

So That We Too Might Live Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Mar 29, 2010

A sermon for Easter Sunday, showing what the resurrection has done for those who are found in Jesus.

So That We Too Might Live Text: Acts 2:22-39 By: Ken McKinley (Read Text) In the nearly 2000 years since the resurrection of Jesus Christ, I am sure there have been thousands upon thousands of sermons preached, hundreds of books have been written, it has been debated in the highest of circles and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:22-39

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Race To The Tomb

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 31, 2010

All of us are running in this world. Some are running to God, some trying to run away from Him. How far will they go? We should be running in a spiritual way. All our focus needs to be on the tomb where Jesus rose to new life and will take us with him to

Opening illustration: I think of Eric Liddell. The movie Chariots of Fire depicts how his sister Jenny tried to persuade Eric to give up his running, and go to China with her to be a missionary. He said, "No, God has made me fast and called me to run." It would have been wrong at that point to be a ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The One Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Apr 5, 2010

Thoughts about the power of Christ on Resurrection Sunday, and who He was, and what He did for us.

Text: Luke 7:11-23, Title: The One, Date/Place: NRBC, 4/4/10, AM A. Opening illustration: The Babi prophecy of the coming one, Bahá'u'lláh, see below B. Background to passage: Jesus has been ministering in Galilee, given the Sermon on the Plain, then traveled through several of the towns ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-23

Denomination: Baptist

Because I Live, Ye Shall Live Also

Contributed by John D Jones on Apr 5, 2010

Resurrection Sermon.

Text: Verse 19 The Resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ is the single greatest defining moment in all of history. In actual fact, the very life of this Man from Galilee is the central event of all time. When we consider His life we see that it centres around three major events. Each of these ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-21

Denomination: Baptist