Sermons about Jesus In The Tomb

Communion

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Feb 17, 2003

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Because of Jesus’ death on the cross and resurrection from the tomb, eternal life is available to all who receive of Jesus Christ.

COMMUNION In the Old Testament, there was a time that was called “Passover”. Much of the symbols we have with our Communion come from that time of celebration. In the Passover meal, the bread had a particular significance. When the Hebrew women made their household bread, they took a piece of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:13, Exodus 13:8-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"The Authority Of Jesus Gives Freedom”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jun 26, 2024

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We celebrate the values of Freedom by our Founding Fathers. And we celebrate the "freedom" from the fear of death because Jesus conquered death and proves His authority is from God, freeing people from demon possession, disease & death.

In Jesus Holy Name June 30, 2024 Text: Mark 5:28, 41 Pentecost VI Redeemer “The Authority of Jesus Gives Freedom” (read the text) “56 men in wool suits and high collars met for weeks in cramped quarters in the hot, muggy, Philadelphia, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43, Luke 8:41-56

Denomination: Lutheran

Resurrection Sunday: He Is Risen!

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 26, 2021

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As I journeyed to see family this last week I drove through the great woods of Wisconsin. And I looked at the trees along the road, and they looked like bundled up cord wood ready for the fire.

As I journeyed to see family this last week I drove through the great woods of Wisconsin. And I looked at the trees along the road, and they looked like bundled up cord wood ready for the fire. Always right around this time of year, the trees look so dead. All their leaves have fallen off, and it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:6-7

Denomination: Salvation Army

I Have Seen The Lord

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jul 21, 2009

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Peter and John returned to their homes after seeing the empty tomb. Mary Magadalene, on the other hand, tarried at the tomb longing to see Jesus. As a result she could proclaim to the disciples, "I have seen the Lord."

I Have Seen the Lord Introduction Good to be back from vacation- and yes, contrary to last weeks speaker, I did take a vacation. I do understand where Pastor Jay is coming from- many Christians do not have a sense of laboring in the fields or building God’s Kingdom. I do believe it is good to ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Charismatic

The Claims Of Christ: Jesus Is God In Judgment Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Nov 16, 2009

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As part of our ongoing study in the book of John, we have spent several messages examining some of the claims of Christ. In each of those messages we have seen different ways that Jesus claims to be God. Today we will finish this mini-series as we look

“It’s just not fair!” You’ve heard that before, haven’t you? I can guarantee you that if you’re a parent, you’ve heard that. “All the other kids get to go. Why can’t I go?” And then, being the reasonable person that you are, you give them a logical, well-reasoned defense of your position. You ...read more

Scripture: John 5:25-29

Denomination: Baptist

Why Are You Weeping?! Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jun 27, 2014

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Tears of Joy at Easter. The tomb is empty.

Why are you Weeping? April 20, 2014 John 20:1-18 Whether we want to admit to it or not . . . we all have dreams. We set out at a young age, with dreams. Oftentimes they’re little boy and girl fantasies. And sometimes they become realities. We dream about fun and exciting stuff, glamorous ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

He Is Risen

Contributed by Johnny Small on Jul 2, 2003

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This Easter we celebrate the empty tomb.

He Has Risen Please stand as we read God’s Holy Word. Luke 24:1-8 1 On the first day of the week, very early in the morning, the women took the spices they had prepared and went to the tomb. 2 They found the stone rolled away from the tomb, 3 but when they entered, they did not find the body of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-5, Luke 24:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Running On Empty

Contributed by Greg Baskerville on Mar 24, 2005

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The significance of the empty tomb that first Easter

Matthew 28:1-10 After the Sabbath, as the first day of the week was dawning, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to see the tomb. And suddenly there was a great earthquake; for an angel of the Lord, descending from heaven, came and rolled back the stone and sat on it. His appearance was like ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Congregational

He Is Risen! Series

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Apr 15, 2017

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the empty tomb proves death is not the end

HE IS RISEN! Luke 24:34 Have you ever heard of a man named Harry Houdini? He died in October of 1926, but Harry Houdini’s claim to fame was that he was a magician and an excellent escape artist. Houdini was said to have the flexibility of an eel and the nine lives of a cat. They did all kinds of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:4-5, Luke 24:20-35, John 2:19, Hebrews 11:1

Denomination: Episcopal

Always Darkest Before The Dawn

Contributed by O. K. Neal on Feb 10, 2010

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Short message on Easter morning at the tomb

Dark before the Dawn John 20:1-10 Have you noticed? It IS always darkest before the dawn I wonder why Have you? When at the ranch, you can go outside around 4 am and see millions of stars More than you can ever see in a city, or even a small town It is dark When growing up, I believed I ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sent By The King: Following Jesus Into A World That Needs The Gospel Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 14, 2025

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Last words matter. The final recorded words of Jesus before He ascended in glory are not suggestions - they are not optional extras for “special Christians.” They are orders from our risen Lord and King.

Sent by the King: Following Jesus into a World That Needs the Gospel – Matthew 28:19–20 Introduction – The Call That Still Echoes Church, some final words change everything. A last embrace. A final instruction. A parting commission. The words of a dying parent. The charge of a commanding ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, Philippians 2:9-11, Luke 9:23, Revelation 7:9, Romans 6:4, Hebrews 13:5, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, Acts 3:19, Romans 10:15 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Open Door

Contributed by Tom Lovorn on Jun 9, 2003

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Because of the Resurrection of Jesus we have an open tomb, open gospel, open witness, and open Heaven.

A few weeks ago I saw this cartoon in a Christian newspaper, and it jumped out at me that this would be my Easter sermon! I didn’t know how I would use it, but I knew the Spirit would give me a sermon to go with it. For our radio listeners who can’t see the cartoon on our multimedia screen: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Jerusalem Security Systems Incident Report

Contributed by Charles Newman on Apr 15, 2006

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An Easter sermon from the perspective of the security detail assinged to guard the tomb of Jesus. Several illustrations included.

Jerusalem Security Systems, LLC – Incident Report The report of the guards had to be a shock to those that heard it first. Matthew tells us that “some of the guards went into the city and reported”. Not all went to break the news to the Jewish leaders. We need to understand that to fall asleep ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-15

Denomination: Methodist

Resurrection Came

Contributed by Greg Johnson on Mar 23, 2008

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Resurrection came. The tomb is empty! Jesus is alive! Resurrection came to people who were at the end of their rope.

This message is an edited version of a sermon given at Loving God Fellowship. Copyright © 2008 Loving God Fellowship, Inc. http://www.LovingGodFellowship.org . Click to have messages emailed to you as they are made available. You are encouraged to share this message with those you know that are ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Shame Rolled Away.

Contributed by Milo Velebir on Aug 13, 2009

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In Gilgal the shame of Egypt (our sins) was rolled away (like the grave stone from Jesus’ tomb).

Easter 2009-04-12 Joshua 5:9-12 9 And the Lord said to Joshua, Today the shame of Egypt has been rolled away from you. So that place was named Gilgal, to this day. 10 So the children of Israel put up their tents in Gilgal; and they kept the Passover on the fourteenth day of the month, in the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:9-12

Denomination: Lutheran

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