Sermons on Jesus Conquest Of Death:

It Is Finished Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on May 28, 2015

This sermon looks at Jesus last words, "It is finished"

“It is finished” John 19:28-29 It is Friday, April 3, A.D. 33. It is the darkest day in human history, though most people have no clue of this. In Rome, Tiberius attends to the demanding business of the empire. Throughout the inhabited world, babies are born, barter in marketplaces, ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-29

Denomination: Methodist

Funeral Sermon: It Is God Who Makes The Future Possible

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Nov 9, 2008

Our future relies on what Jesus has done for us. This funeral sermon is for someone who many would consider had weak faith, but who had faith in Jesus and relied on God’s forgiveness

I have a question for you to think about… Where or what do you gain comfort from? What do you rely on for your future? Some people put their trust in money. And recently they have been hugely disappointed. Others in having a good time. Some in friends. Some on themselves or their way of doing ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-4

Denomination: Lutheran

Life In The Pits -- A Near-Death Experience Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THE LONELINESS OF BEING FORSAKEN BY GOD AND MAN MAKES LIFE IN THE PITS INTOLERABLE

BIG IDEA: THE LONELINESS OF BEING FORSAKEN BY GOD AND MAN MAKES LIFE IN THE PITS INTOLERABLE INTRODUCTION: This is the saddest psalm in the psalter; no glimmer of hope; for once we are left in the same state of despair as at the beginning of the psalm. We know God’s promise that He will never ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 88:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Letting God Be God In Death #2 Series

Contributed by Norris Harris I on Jan 1, 2003

This is the second message in allowing God to be God in our Death-Experiences. I pray that this offering will be of comfort to you.

The truth which lies at the basis of these series of messages is: THERE IS STUBBORN OPPOSITION EVEN RESISTANCE TO AUTHENTIC AUTHORITY AND LEADERSHIP IN ALL OF US AT TIMES. I said “Authentic Authority and Leadership” because not all leaders and authority figures are authentic. Some have arrogated ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 20:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Letting God Be God In Death #3 Series

Contributed by Norris Harris I on Jan 1, 2003

This is the third in the series of God’s awesome activity in our Death Experiences. It takes a look at the life and legacy of Miriam.

For the past several Sundays, I have been pushing the premise that At Times, All of Us Project A Stubborn Opposition, even Resistance, to Authentic Authority and Leadership. That stubbornness is manifested in our Opting For Kadesh (Sacrilegious Sanctuary of Satan) rather than Canaan (Sacred ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 20:1, Numbers 12:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Glorious Hope Of A Believer Even In Death

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Nov 3, 2002

This sermon is about the glorious hope of a believer even in death namely Rest,Reward,Rejoicing.Re-union,Resurrection ,Residence and Redeeemer.

THE GLORIOUS HOPE OF A BELIEVER EVEN IN DEATH ******************************************* OUTLINE 1. REST 2. REWARD 3. REJOICING 4. RE-UNION 5. RESURRECTION 6. RESIDENCE 7. REDEEMER THE MESSAGE THE GLORIOUS HOPE OF A BELIEVER EVEN IN DEATH ******************************************* 1. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Is Faithful Despite Sin And Death Series

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 1, 2004

Even as Jacob’s world is filled with the sins of his sons and the death of his wife and father, God renews his faithful promises.

Genesis 35 February 22, 2004 As we begin this morning I want you to go back with me to the time when Moses wrote this book. The children of Israel are somewhere out in the wilderness. They still have very vivid memories of their time in Egypt. In fact, we know that not only were there memories ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 35:1-29

Denomination: Baptist

Till Death Do Us Part Series

Contributed by Benjamin Mcphaull on Dec 19, 2004

This describes God’s desire that marriage is for life. Marriage is not something that is entered into lightly.

TILL’ DEATH DO US PART Introduction: The farmer and the divorce case story. I. The Creation of Marriage A. God brings Adam and Eve together B. God places His stamp of approval on marriage- It is good II. The Insitution of The Law of Moses Concerning Divorce Deut 24:1-4 A. What sin has done to ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 24:1-4

Denomination: Adventist

A Believer's Response To Death Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 12, 2021

David's misfortune, because of his God honoring response, has resulted in much comfort in getting the flowers of faith to bloom in the hearts of the bereaved.

A young Harvard professor sat in a room once occupied by George Washington. He was exceedingly lonely and dejected. He wondered if that great man ever felt as he did then. He had lost his wife 3 years before, and had not yet been able to escape from the grip of grief. His life seemed to be an ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:15-23

Death Of A Traitor (2 Samuel 18)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 15, 2025

Do we celebrate or mourn the death of a traitor? Let's look at 2 Samuel 18.

Do people like Joseph’s brothers, Absalom, Adonijah and Judas remind us of betrayal? How do we treat our very imperfect leaders? Let’s look at 2 Samuel 18. Who were the three captains of David’s army? Did he request that they be gentle with his rebel son Absalom? And David numbered the people who ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

I Am The Resurrection And The Life

Contributed by Robert Tomas on Apr 24, 2002

An expository reflection on the Raising of Lazarus. Death seems to conquer, but the dying itself holds the seed of life.

MARCH 19, 1999 WORSHIP SERVICE SCRIPTURES ·First Reading Ezekiel 37:12-14 ·Psalm Psalm 130:1-8 ·Second Reading Romans 8:8-11 ·Gospel John 11:1-45 or 11:1-4; 17, 20-27, 33-45 REFLECTION In preparation for the Paschal Mystery, the 5th Sunday of Lent brings us to our Lord’s most outstanding ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Denomination: Catholic

Mighty God Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Dec 16, 2008

Jesus is a mighty warrior who came to earth to save us from the power and fear of death.

For to us a child is born, to us a son is given... And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. “Mighty God” = El Gibbor (Hebrew): • El = God • Gibbor = strong, powerful, mighty, champion, hero The soldiers of Israel are described as “mighty [gibbor] ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6, Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Not The Jesus They Wanted Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 10, 2021

The crowds were looking for a Christ who would "remain" and lead them into glorious earthly kingdom, but Jesus was talking about being "lifted up" and not being with them forever. The Jesus they wanted wasn't the Jesus they were getting.

I’m told these were actual answers that children gave in Sunday School: “Noah’s wife was called Joan of Ark.” “The epistles were the wives of the apostles.” “Moses got the 10 Commandments at Mt. Cyanide.” “King Solomon had 700 wives and 300 porcupines.” “The men who followed the Lord were called ...read more

Scripture: John 12:28-43

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Do I Get To Heaven? Series

Contributed by Erik Estep on Jan 20, 2010

Today in our passage of Scripture we’re going to see Jesus sharing w/His followers the exclusivity of Xianity. We’ll see Him sharing w/His followers why He’s the only way, the only ticket to heaven.

Intro: Probably the greatest virtue of our day is “tolerance.” Josh McDowell said tolerance used to mean, “to respect others beliefs and practices w/o sharing them.” But tolerance now means, “every single individual’s beliefs, values, lifestyles, and truth ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Provides ... Mankind Sees Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 7, 2016

This sermon is the final in a series on consider the passion through the book of Matthew. By considering a number of passages we see that confusion around the death of Jesus turns into enthusiasm and commitment to stand up for Jesus.

This was an Easter Sunday Message It was delivered in two parts. Title:- Jesus Provides ... Mankind Sees. Messag-ette 1 We are not going to focus on one specific passage of the Bible today – rather we are going to put together a series of passages and historical events. What we want to do is ask ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Baptist