Sermons on John 11:2-12:

When God Seems To Be Late

Contributed by John Gail on Aug 23, 2018

When GOD seems to be late He is right on time

WHEN GOD SEEMS TO BE LATE Text: John 11:1 - 45 Introduction: 1. Background information about this lesson: a. The main characters are Lazarus, Martha, and Mary, Luke 10:38-42 b. Martha welcomed Jesus into their home and Mary was focused on Him, sitting at His feet, listening to His ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Denomination: Baptist

"but Lord, He Stinketh"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Sep 8, 2020

We are all Lazarus, are we not?

“But Lord, He Stinketh!” John 11:1-6, 17-19, 32-44 While I don’t use the King James Version of the Bible very often, I do use it sometimes. And I love the way it describes the raising of Lazarus. Jesus, after weeping and being emotionally moved, commands those around Him to open Lazarus’ ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: United Methodist

Jesus Wept - Part One (Covid) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Sep 11, 2020

A full third of Americans are wrestling with depression and anxiety. Maybe you're one of them. It might help you to know that the Bible records three separate times that Jesus was so overwhelmed with emotion that he broke down in tears. How can the tears of Jesus help us wipe away our own?

Jesus Wept (1) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 9/13/2020 Ella Wilcox once witnessed a strange phenomenon in the middle of a train car. Sitting quietly by herself, Ella noticed a woman near the front of the car who was crying. There was nothing subtle about it either. This ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Christian Church

Victory Is Where We Live

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Nov 25, 2017

When it comes to the things of this world, God is not interested in how successful we are. Success can be measured. When it comes to the things of this world, God wants nothing less than complete, total and unquestioned victory for us.

I don’t have any notes tonight because I’m going to read a little bit. There are many in the Body of Christ who, when they pray and nothing happens, they say to themselves “I just want to see a little success. I want to see something positive happen.” That is not what God is after. God is not ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Resurrection Of Lazarus Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Nov 1, 2017

Can Jesus raise the dead? The big question in any religion concerns death. Death is a great mystery. And life is a great mystery, but life is practically meaningless if there is no resurrection of the dead.

Perea to Bethany Lesson: Resurrection of Lazarus John 11:1-44 Introduction Jesus’ public ministry is over and now He is concentrating on His private ministry. He centers on individuals and He is no longer reaching out to the nation of Israel. The raising of Lazarus from the dead occurred ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Baptist

I Was Dead But Now I'm Alive Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jul 16, 2025

Can you imagine Mary and Martha pacing the floor, waiting for Jesus? They were at the deathbed of their beloved brother. Can’t you see Lazarus struggling to breathe? The whole time, they’re looking out the window expecting to see Jesus arrive.

What if I told you that surveys suggest that nearly three-quarters of doctors in the United States believe in miracles? And what if I told you that over half of the physicians surveyed noted that they had witnessed what they considered to be miracles?1 Find John 11 with me, if you will. Ed ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Baptist

Go! And… Trust Him When God Is Silent - Psalm 13:1–6 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 13, 2025

Have you ever prayed… and it felt like your words bounced off the ceiling? You’ve pleaded, wept, even shouted, yet the heavens seemed shut. King David knew that feeling. He was anointed king, yet hunted like a criminal. God had promised him the throne, yet he was hiding in caves.

Go! And… Trust Him When God Is Silent - Psalm 13:1–6 Introduction — When Heaven Feels Quiet Silence can be deafening. Have you ever prayed… and it felt like your words bounced off the ceiling? You’ve pleaded, wept, even shouted, yet the heavens seemed shut. King David knew that feeling. He was ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:1-6, Isaiah 41:10, John 11:5-6, Habakkuk 3:17-18, Matthew 27:46  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Character Study Of Martha – Sister Of Mary And Lazarus Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 25, 2025

Martha was a devoted and hospitable follower of Jesus who initially struggled with anxiety and distraction. However, she demonstrated great faith in Christ and learned to balance service with worship.

CHARACTER STUDY OF MARTHA – SISTER OF MARY AND LAZARUS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 10:38-42 "Martha, Martha, you are anxious and troubled about many things, but one thing is necessary. Mary has chosen the good portion, which will not be taken away from her." – Luke ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42, John 11:1-44, John 12:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Character Study Of Lazarus – Raised From The Dead By Jesus Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 25, 2025

Lazarus’ life demonstrates Jesus’ power over death, the importance of divine timing, and the impact of a testimony. His story reminds us that no situation is too hopeless for God to restore. Like Lazarus, we must believe in Jesus, trust His word, and live as testimonies of His resurrection power.

CHARACTER STUDY OF LAZARUS – RAISED FROM THE DEAD BY JESUS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 11:1-44 "Jesus said to her, 'I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live.'" – John 11:25 Supporting Texts: John 12:1-11, Luke ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44, John 12:1-11, Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Risen Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 26, 2025

I can only imagine what it could have been like to meet Jesus in His resurrected state but one day I will meet him.

Video Transition – song “I can only Imagine.” Video trailer for the movie! The rest of the story is about the song. I watched this movie Monday night and remembered watching it in a movie theater and it is bringing tears to my eyes as I keep watching. The back story on this song is amazing. Bart ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-19, Romans 6:4, John 11:1-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Followers Of Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 29, 2025

In this sermon, we will delve into the stories of some of the most notable followers of Jesus, exploring their experiences, challenges, and contributions to the early Christian community.

The Bible is filled with stories of ordinary people who lived extraordinary lives, driven by their faith and devotion to God. As followers of Jesus, we can draw valuable lessons and inspiration from the lives of these biblical figures. In this sermon, we will delve into the stories of some of the ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Wake Up Sleeper, Its Time To Rise!

Contributed by Mike Bence on Feb 11, 2025

We can not be idle in our Christian calling, standing still spiritually can lead to death, we must walk in our faith and calling to reach this world.

Wake Up Sleeper, its time to Rise! Ephesians 5:8-15 8 For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Live as children of light 9 (for the fruit of the light consists in all goodness, righteousness and truth) 10 and find out what pleases the Lord. 11 Have nothing to do with the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-15, John 11:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Best Friend

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Mar 2, 2025

This sermon has us looking at what a best friend really means. Do you have a best friend? Are you a best friend? What are the characteristics of a best friend. We are going to discuss those characteristics and show that Jesus meets and exceeds them.

Now a certain man was sick, Lazarus of Bethany, the town of Mary and her sister Martha. It was that Mary who anointed the Lord with fragrant oil and wiped His feet with her hair, whose brother Lazarus was sick. Therefore the sisters sent to Him, saying, “Lord, behold, he whom You love is ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-6, John 11:19-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dying To Know

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 8, 2025

Death is not the end; when Christ’s trumpet sounds, God’s love and power will open every grave and restore life.

A passerby, unwilling to let the rhyme have the last word, pulled out a black marker and added: > To follow you, I’m not content, until I know just where you went. That small dialogue between chisel and marker captures the universal question. Everyone who has ever wandered through a graveyard ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:7, John 11:11-14, 1 Corinthians 15:51-55, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Revelation 20:4-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Thomas: A Disciple Under Pressure Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on May 21, 2025

The overall word that described what Thomas was dealing with was: pressure.

THOMAS: A DISCIPLE UNDER PRESSURE JOHN 11:1-16 #ApostleThomas INTRODUCTION… Known for one thing Some people are known for one thing. We sometimes call that “a one shot wonder” or a signature or a trademark. We can also use the phrase “one trick pony” or notorious. Some people are known for one ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ