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"Why Jesus Wept?"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Aug 1, 2005

based on 29 ratings

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Two reasons, "For the wages of sin is death..." Death brings tears. "The gift of God is eternal life." Faith in Christ brings hope. Unbelief brings even greater tears!

Title: “Why Jesus Wept?” Introduction: When Jesus was told that Lazarus was sick, the disciples did not want Jesus to go to Jerusalem. The text would suggest three reasons they could have used to try to talk Jesus out of making this trip. These same three reasons are excuses people use for not ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Denomination: Baptist

Resurrection Settles The Matter

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Aug 15, 2005

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The theif (the devil)comes to steal to kill and destroy,but Jesus came to give us life in it’s fullest measure, In other words (Resurrection life).

Today we celebrate life. The true meaning of easter is (new life) More specifically resurrection Spring is a beautiful illustration of resurrection, because so many things that were dead come to life again, For generations the coming of the messiah his death and resurrection had been ...read more

Scripture: John 11:25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Victory Over Death Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Aug 22, 2005

based on 14 ratings

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In the raising of Lazarus, Jesus proclaims and demonstrates the promise of new life.

John 11:17-44 “Victory Over Death” INTRODUCTION Human beings are a diverse group. We have very few things universally in common. Someone once observed that the only two things we have in common are death and taxes. Since there are a few people who are very adept at avoiding taxes, I can only ...read more

Scripture: John 11:17-44

Denomination: Lutheran

Darkest Before Dawn

Contributed by Tom Burkholder on Sep 6, 2005

based on 48 ratings

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Why does God wait till the last minute?

Darkest Before Dawn God of the Last Minute Why does God wait till the last minute? There could be many reasons. All of them good but unpopular with our flesh. Like: · God is building patience in us. · God is teaching us to trust Him. · God is teaching us to rely and lean on Him. · God is building ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-36

Denomination: Pentecostal

Believing When You Can't See How

Contributed by Leonard Hunt on Sep 10, 2005

based on 14 ratings

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Our faith must go beyond what we can see. we must have faith in God even when we don’t see how it’s going to be worked out.

Believing when you can’t see how John 11:1-6, 17-23 Introduction So, many Christians go through there spiritual journey not experiencing the fullness of God because of there limited faith. Some believe that Jesus can heal or set free as long as it is in the realm of there belief system. But the ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

If Only

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Sep 26, 2005

based on 6 ratings

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Some of the saddest words heard when at a visitation or funeral. We already have enough how can we get rid of ones we have or hold down the number in the future.

If only John 27-36 I have had a week filled with contemplation. I started thinking about the things I have wanted in Life. When I was a kid, I might say, If only I was older, I could watch Hogan’s Hero’s. It came on after 8PM. If only I had the right haircut or clothes, people would like me ...read more

Scripture: John 11:27-36

Denomination: Congregational

Remaining Hopeful About The Future Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Sep 30, 2005

based on 21 ratings

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Prescriptions for keeping your hope alive as seen in Christ’s miracle of raising Lazarus.

One of life’s toughest challenges is staying optimistic about the future. Adverse circumstances can cloud your vision of tomorrow and make it tough to maintain a positive attitude. You can be tempted to lose hope. The good news is - and we’ve been reaffirming this throughout this current series ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-57

Denomination: Baptist

Funeral Sermon For Pat

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Nov 6, 2005

based on 6 ratings

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A funeral sermon for a member who nearly died in a car crash 6 months earlier, only to die in an accident later, leaving a wife and two small children.

Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, through your Holy Spirit, open our hearts and minds to your Word, granting us a renewed and strengthened faith, that we might find comfort in your grace, and hope for the future. Enable us to trust in your gift of eternal life, accomplished for us through the ...read more

Scripture: John 11:17-44

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus Wept : The God Who Is Moved With Love And Compassion

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Nov 7, 2005

based on 14 ratings

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JESUS WEPT : HE SHARES OUR SORROW AND IS MOVED WITH COMPASSION WHEN WE ARE IN PAIN AND AGONY AND HE WEEPS WITH US. THE LORD IS ALSO PAINED TO SEE OUR DOUBT AND UNBELIEF. WHEN HE IS ABOUT TO DO A MIGHTY MIRACLE FOR US .

JESUS WEPT : THE GOD WHO IS MOVED WITH LOVE AND COMPASSION ********************************************************** 1. JESUS SHARES OUR SORROW AND IS MOVED WITH COMPASSION WHEN WE ARE IN PAIN AND AGONY AND HE WEEPS WITH US. THE LORD IS ALSO PAINED TO SEE OUR DOUBT AND UNBELIEF. WHEN HE IS ABOUT ...read more

Scripture: John 11:32-40

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Miracles In John: Lesson 8: Raising Lazarus From The Dead

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 17, 2005

based on 36 ratings

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World says seeing is believing, but God says the opposite; believing is seeing. “If you would believe, you would see the glory of God” (11:40).

1. When did this miracle occur? Winter after Purim, December (John 10:22) and before Passover (John 11:55). 2. Where did the miracle occur? Bethany, east of Jerusalem (11:1). 3. Why does Jesus wait? “When He (Jesus) had heard . . . He abode two days in the same place” (11:6). • Our agendas are not ...read more

Scripture: John 11:4-55

Denomination: Baptist

Embracing Grief And Loss Series

Contributed by Dave Bootsma on Dec 15, 2005

based on 18 ratings

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Some see grief as something to get over with as quick as possible, but God wants to deepen us through it.

Grief is typically treated as something to be "gotten over with" as soon as possible, or certain things are not seen as worthy of grief. If others were not impacted the same way as you then you have the problem. There doesn’t seem to be any room for people responding differently when it comes to ...read more

Scripture: John 11:17-44

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Expect The Unexpected

Contributed by Nathan Bounds on Dec 15, 2005

based on 20 ratings

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Learn to expect God to do that which is extraordinary. The Unexpected!

EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED John 11:1-8; 14-17; 20-46 Expect - To look forward to, to anticipate, to look forward to the occurance of. Unexpected - That which is not expected What do you expect to happen when you come to God’s house? When was the last time you came to God’s ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-46

Denomination: Pentecostal

Go To Jesus In Times Of Grief

Contributed by Mark Flurry on Jun 28, 2007

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Funeral sermon based on John 11 where Martha goes to meet Jesus.

17 Now when Jesus came, he found that Lazarus had already been in the tomb four days. 18 Bethany was near Jerusalem, about two miles off, 19 and many of the Jews had come to Martha and Mary to console them concerning their brother. 20 So when Martha heard that Jesus was coming, she went and met ...read more

Scripture: John 11:17-27

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Helps With Death

Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 17, 2006

based on 5 ratings

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Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead encourages us in ministering to those who have lost loved ones.

JESUS HELPS WITH DEATH John 11:1-46 INTRO: Many different people help with death. Doctors and nurses work to prevent death and to help people die in comfort. Insurance personnel urge people to protect loved ones. Funeral directors help bury the body. Many people help us with our deaths. Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-46

Denomination: Baptist

Strike Me Blind In One Eye

Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 20, 2006

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A sermon on 4 things we can do if we are struggling with some sin. Based on Caiaphas and the Sanhedrin from John 11:45-53. (Outline from Steve Hopkins)

Sermon for 11/19/2006 Strike Me Blind in One Eye! John 11:45-54 Introduction: Two shopkeepers were bitter rivals. Their stores were directly across the street from each other, and they would spend each day keeping track of each other’s business. If one got a customer, he would smile in triumph at ...read more

Scripture: John 11:45-54

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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