Sermons on Juan 11:24:

Even Now

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 23, 2000

Examines the faith of Martha after the death of Lazarus

Where is he? Where? Where is he? How many times had she asked that question over the past four days. Her only brother had come down with some mysterious virus and nobody could do anything for him. Well nobody except for their friend Jesus. How many times had he reached out his hand and the ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-23, John 11:17-25

Denomination: Wesleyan

New Life- The Raising Of Lazarus Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Nov 26, 2000

The raising of Lazarus - the centrality of belief in Jesus - how far does it go?

Introduction: Belief Do you believe in Jesus? Do you BELIEVE in Jesus? Do you really believe in Jesus? That I think is the compelling question that we’re faced with as we read this passage today. What does it mean for you to believe in Jesus? As an abstract question it’s probably easy enough to ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Denomination: Anglican

The Lazarus Man

Contributed by Wayde Wilson on Mar 17, 2001

Easter, Jesus

The message of Easter is the central theme of Christianity: Jesus Christ has power over death, hell and the grave! Illustr. – Christian and Muslim sitting together on a plane. (LAZARUS) John 11:21-26; 38-44 (READ) Now that is one awesome, true story! One of the events I would like to have seen ...read more

Scripture: John 11:21-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Saturday Is Not The End

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Apr 13, 2001

What a horrible Saturday Jesus’ disciples had, not understanding that Sunday, and His resurrection, were just ahead!

Saturday is not the End April 14, 2001 Saturday can be quite an ‘in between day’ for people. As they live their lives, it’s the day between the end of the five-day working week, and Sunday- the real day off. It’s often the day for errands to be done and for catching up on everything that wasn’t ...read more

Scripture: John 11:21-26, Matthew 28:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Funeral Of A Pastor

Contributed by Larry Weaver on Oct 18, 2000

1. His Conversion- Salvation experience 2.

1. His Conversion- Salvation experience 2. His Call- into ministry 3. His College- School and graduation 4. His Churches- List where he has faithfully served 5. His Christian wife- Tell of there marriage 6. His Children- Those who still remain here 7. His Coranation- When he went home to be with ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Funeral For Alonzo Owens

Contributed by Rick Adams on Jun 23, 2003

A funeral message for a young beliver, with an invitation for salvation.

Opening Prayer: Father, Your Word teaches us to “rejoice with those who rejoice, and weep with those who weep.” Today as we come together as friends and family to weep and to grieve our loss, today is also a day to rejoice knowing that through Christ, Alonzo has gone to be with You. We ask O ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hope For Tomorrow, Strength For Today

Contributed by Pat Cook on Jul 11, 2003

A funeral message, explaining what Jesus meant by calling Himself "the resurrection and the life", and how that comforts us in time of loss.

Opening Remarks: One day a father and his daughter were out for a leisurely drive in the country. It was a hot summer day and the windows were rolled down. Suddenly the daughter began screaming and fidgeting in her seat. A bee had just flown inside the car through the open window. This would not ...read more

Scripture: John 11:21-26, 1 Corinthians 15:55-57

Denomination: Baptist

When Disaster Strikes

Contributed by James Chandler on Apr 20, 2003

This message based around the story of Lazarus will share five essential principles to making it though difficult times in our lives!

When Disaster Strikes John 11:1-45 The following was written by Jack Jordan newspaper editor recording the events of April 3, 1974. An uneasiness nagged at me as I checked over proofs for the next day’s paper. It was Wednesday, April 3, 1974 about 4 o’clock on a gray afternoon. More than 100 ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

If Only And What Ifs

Contributed by David Petticrew on May 4, 2003

Jesus enourage us to avoid if onlys about the past but instead look to the future with what if (I believe).

Back to the Future. Young teenager Marty McFly has a chance to go back in time due to the invention of his friend Doc Ement Brown. While in the past he has the chance to change things and make his future a better one by encouraging his father to act in a better way. Then in the second movie he ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-57

Denomination: Holiness

"Strengthening Your Faith In Troubled Times--Daily Faith"

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on May 8, 2003

We must bring our faith out of the future and into the present for it to be effective.

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches May 18, 2003 “Strengthening Your Faith in Troubled Times--Daily Faith” John 11:17-27 INTRODUCTION: How easy is it for you to have faith for today? Sometimes we think of faith in terms of the future. Next year “my ship will come in.” Next month I will see things ...read more

Scripture: John 11:17-27

Denomination: Methodist

We Need A Hero!

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Aug 6, 2008

A sermon message delivered at a memorial service for a military member in the Air Force.

-Who were some of your heroes growing up? -Was it a family member like your mom or dad, uncle or aunt, grandma or grandpa -Was it a sports figure? Someone who played football, basketball, baseball, maybe a NASCAR driver? -Maybe you really looked up to a musician – a rapper, a country music star or ...read more

Scripture: John 11:21-27

Denomination: Lutheran

"You Got To Live To Get It" Series

Contributed by Ken Harris on May 6, 2008

The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the bereaved family to affirm to others EVERYONE that LIVES-BELIEVING and accepting JESUS CHRIST as their Personal Savior WILL RECEIVE eternal life.

U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris San Joaquin National Cemetery Gustine, CA 5 May 2008 Memorial Service for SFC (Retired) Lester Corley BIG IDEA: Everyone that LIVES-BELIEVING and accepting Jesus Christ as their Personal Savior WILL RECEIVE Eternal Life. REFERENCES: John 11:17-27 (I Am the ...read more

Scripture: John 11:24-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Faith Is More

Contributed by Mark Haines on Mar 12, 2007

I’m calling God’s people in my care to develop a faith in Jesus that goes beyond mental assent (belief) to include emotional reliance (trust) and active obedience (loyalty).

Introduction: The Bible tells us that "without faith it is impossible to please God" (Hebrews 11:6). The Bible says, "The righteous will live by faith" (Romans 1:17). That makes me think that faith is very important -- even vital. But what is faith? The Bible commands us to "stand firm in the ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Denomination: Wesleyan

I Am The Resurrection And The Life Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Apr 12, 2006

Fifth Sermon in the "I am" series. Jesus says He is the resurrection and the life. From John 11 we learn these things about Christ: 1. His response to us is Purposeful (vs.1-16) 2. His connection to us is Personal (vs.17-37) 3. His effect on us is Pow

I AM series #5 Castle Hills Christian Ch. 07-18-04 I AM the Resurrection and the Life John 11 Scripture Reading: John 11:17-27 INTRODUCTION: Chapter 11 is pivotal in John’s gospel. It contains the final action on Jesus’ part to set the stage for his arrest and crucifixion. It begins when ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

7 Ways Jesus Is The Best Friend You Could Ever Have Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Apr 13, 2006

7 Ways Jesus is the best friend you could ever have.

I hope you have enjoyed our celebration thus far but there’s one more part of the celebration we want to observe – and that is – reading about the resurrection from the Word of God, the Bible. Central to the message of Easter is the story of the resurrection of Christ from the grave. But this ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44, Job 10:1-9

Denomination: Baptist