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Peter's final call to a young and growing church
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Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
A funeral message that provides comfort and hope through the story of John 11.
Welcome and Prayer Good afternoon and thank you for coming. We are gathered here today to mourn the loss of Patricia. We are here to share in the pain and sorrow, to weep and to wonder why. We may not have all the answers, but it is important for us to be here. In the book of Ecclesiastes, God ...read more
Scripture: John 11:1-31
Topics: Funerals, Non-Christian
A message on the comforting hope we hold as Christians during times of loss.
Today, we gather to honor the memory of Eva Mae Paul and find comfort in the hope we have as Christians. In this passage from 1 Thessalonians, the people were concerned about what would happen to their loved ones who had passed away. They feared missing out on the return of Jesus Christ. But Paul ...read more
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18
Topics: Christian Funerals, Hope
This sermon explores the concept of expressing gratitude even in times of deep sorrow and grief. It emphasizes the importance of cherishing memories, valuing relationships, and the belief in eternal life.
Giving Thanks Even At A Time Of Death I don't want to diminish the grief we feel today. I won't say that everything is alright, because it's not. We are hurting, and we know that this pain will linger for a while. Our grief is a dark valley that we must walk through before we can find healing. God ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7
This funeral sermon is in story form. Funerals always need to point the way to Jesus.
Today, we gather here in sorrow and grief. We mourn the loss of __________, and our hearts ache. It is not easy, and everything may not feel alright at this moment. We are hurting, and we know that this pain will linger for a while. When we lose someone we love, it brings immense sadness. ...read more
Scripture: John 11:25
A comforting message for the bereaved, focusing on the assurance of salvation for the departed and the gospel message for the unsaved present.
As we gather here today to remember ______________'s life, we experience a mix of emotions. We feel sadness because we have lost a dear loved one, but we also feel joy knowing that ______________ is now in the presence of the Lord. Today is not a day of mourning but a day of celebration. We come ...read more
Scripture: John 14:1-6
Topics: Christian Funerals, Faith
What is important to remember about Jesus funeral?
How many were there? Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz John 19:31-42 John 19:31 Then the Jews, because it was the day of preparation, so that the bodies would not remain on the cross on the Sabbath (for that Sabbath was a high day), asked Pilate that their legs might be broken, and that they might be ...read more
Scripture: John 19:31-42
Denomination: United Methodist
Funeral message for a friend
Funeral for Jim Fles Funeral - How do we go on? Welcome & Greeting Today we gather to celebrate and remember the life of Jim Fles. Funerals are never fun, especially when it’s for someone who has meant so much to so many. We remember that Jesus Himself was heartbroken over the death of a ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 4:4-8
Denomination: Baptist
Often people are brought together because they have a common interest.
Such as: • Thousands gather in large stadiums across this nation frequently because they all have in a common a love for a certain sporting event. • Thousands of Music fans gather in large stadiums or Coliseums to hear a particular singer. Being fans of this particular singer makes them have ...read more
Scripture: John 11:1-26
A funeral service is conducted for two reasons: To comfort the loved ones left behind. In memory of the loved one that has gone to be with the Lord.
It’s with heavy hearts and great source of loss that each of us share as we gather here today. Each of us have lost a special friend. In Sid, he was a friend to all. He was my friend. The community of Kaycee has lost a valuable employee. Sid knew and did his job well. The family has lost a son. His ...read more
Scripture: Hebrews 9:27, James 4:14
Non church attender retired teacher, loved to travel, mentor students.
Words of Grace & Greeting: Friends, we have gathered here to praise God and to witness to our faith as we celebrate the life of “Douglass Smith”. We come together in grief, acknowledging our human loss. May God grant us grace, that in pain we may find comfort, in sorrow hope, in death ...read more
Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:2-4
Denomination: Methodist
We will walk with Joseph at the death of Jacob, mourning with him and going with him to return Jacob-Israel to Canaan.
Returning to our Proper Place A. Return B. Reassurance C. Removal Promised DBF, 7/7/02 It is good to be in the presence of God. I feel safe and comfortable there. In the last year there were numerous happenings that stole this feeling of safety and comfort to people around the world. The ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 50:1-26
A very practical sermon on finding your right marriage partner. This message will give you five excellent tips for finding your right life partner. This sermon also covers, the lessons Jacob learnt the hard way; what you sow, you reap.
Follow us on: Website: https://cityharvestag.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CityHarvestA... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityharvestag/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityHarvestAGChurch/featured Man basically is wicked, tough and deceptive in nature because of the fall and ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 29:1-30
Denomination: Assembly Of God
Four Things A Christian Gains at Death. 1. An Incrediable Life. 2. An Eternal Life. 3. A Golrious Home. 4. Perfection
What Does the Christian Gain When They Die? When we speak of funerals we usually don’t think of gaining anything do we? The word gain is usually not in our funeral vocabulary. Most of the time we speak of our loss – and that is what we concentrate on. People tell us how sorry they are for our ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 1:21
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
THIS IS A FUNERAL SERMON PREACHED BASED ON THE LAST WORDS OF A COMMITTED SERVANT OF THE CROSS "READY TO GO." JOHN 3:16 INFORMS US WE HAVE A PREPARED PLACE.
READY TO GO JOHN 3:16 AS I THOUGHT ABOUT WHAT WORDS SAY – CONVEY – ALRIGHT . . . TUESDAY – CHURCH (ORANGE COUNTY FAIR) EXODUS. . .(FAIR) – I TRIED TO DELAY – GOING; DECLARED – READY TO GO CAROL VISIT (GUITARS) – GO . . . REST – OUTING – MEETING A PLACE FREE FROM: PAIN ...read more
Scripture: John 3:1-16
From Childhood, many have read and even memorized Psalm 23. This message takes a look at this well known passage from an ALTERNATE perspective by adding 1 WORD. (Useful for Funeral Service)
DO YOU WANT THE LORD AS YOUR SHEPHERD? Psalm 23 by William Akehurst, HSWC 5/3/08 When I learned of Cousin’s death at about 6 am on Saturday morning, I believe the LORD laid it on my heart to share this message for the funeral service, regarding this well known Psalm. I penned it moments after I ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6
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