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  • Rev. Matthew Parker avatar

    Homeless No More

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jun 15, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 9,805 views

    This is a funeral homily for a homeless man who had lived at a local shelter for 30 years before his death.

    Homeless No More - A Funeral Homily Isaiah 58:6 "Is not this the kind of fasting I have chosen: to loose the chains of injustice and untie the cords of the yoke, to set the oppressed free and break every yoke? 7 Is it not to share your food with the hungry and to provide the poor wanderer with ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Walter Dufrene Funeral

    Contributed by Charles Clary on Sep 19, 2002
    based on 33 ratings
     | 2,518 views

    This is a brief eulogy of a beautiful Cajun gentleman who was 110% for his Lord.

    We had many assemblies in the main auditorium of Winter Haven (FL) High School. One stands out above the rest. That was the day Mr. Henry Fillmore came to our school. Did he bring some powerful speech which moved us all to tears? No! He simply directed our band in several songs. Our director, Mr. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Scott Bradford avatar

    Pushing Past The Pain

    Contributed by Scott Bradford on Jan 14, 2007
    based on 20 ratings
     | 27,045 views

    This sermon deals with pushing past the pain caused by tragic events, such as the death of a loved one.

    Opening story: A little boy was seen digging in his yard by a neighbor. The neighbor approached and inquired what the young man was doing. “I’m burying my goldfish and having a funeral for it”. ‘O, I’m sorry,’ said the neighbor who continued: “That’s an awfully big hole for a goldfish, isn’t it?’ ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Why We Don't Fear Death Series

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Feb 16, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 9,004 views

    We can face death with confidence because Christ faced it for us and arose victorious.

    Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO What Happens When A Persons Dies? Why We Don’t Fear Death Hebrews 2:14-15 Fear is a natural response to death. It was then. It is now. Those first Christians had every reason to be afraid on that first Easter ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Timothy Smith avatar

    A Discourse On Dying Series

    Contributed by Timothy Smith on Oct 12, 2002
    based on 64 ratings
     | 10,103 views

    Let’s examine the events that surround King Saul’s death and use them to engage in a Biblical discourse on dying.

    A DISCOURSE ON DYING 1 SAMUEL 31 INTRODUCTION: I enjoy reading interesting and humorous tombstones. A tombstone in England reads: "Remember friend, as passing by, as you are now so once was I. As I am now, so you will be, prepare for death to follow me." And someone scribbled in chalk below ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Bruce Ball avatar

    The Hand In The Coconut

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Sep 15, 2005
    based on 191 ratings
     | 44,575 views

    Using an illustration showing how we not only grab things of this world, but we hold on to them in spite of approaching spiritual death.

    For those of you who were not able to be here last Sunday evening, Pastor Willie presented one of the best sermons I have heard in a very long time. In that sermon was an illustration that I thought was perhaps the best I have ever heard involving how we may want God, but we want what is in the ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    How Can I Face Death Confidently? Series

    Contributed by Timothy Smith on Aug 2, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,088 views

    Second in a series about finding significant answers through intimate encounters with Jesus.

    How Can I Face Death Confidently? JOHN 11:1 -44 INTRODUCTION: DRAMA: “Mr. Peepers Goes to Sleep.” It can be hard to talk about death, even if it is “just a bird.” In talking to my father, who is 78, about this message, he told me that when he was growing up death was not mentioned ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Suicide And The Church Series

    Contributed by Paul Wallace on Aug 30, 2004
    based on 94 ratings
     | 21,325 views

    What does the Bible say about suicide?

    Suicide and the Church Hot Potato the Church Wonft Touch #3 I donft think there is anything in this life more heartbreaking than suicide. It affects much more than the one life lost. The family, friends, acquaintances, community and generations to come are affected by the choice to die of ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Monte Brown avatar

    Amazing Grace, How Sweet The Sound!

    Contributed by Monte Brown on Jan 15, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,492 views

    People often request that this song be sung at their memorial service. This song "Amazing Grace" means something to Christians, it is precious to their hearts. To most Christians will contest that it is what Christianity all about.

    Introduction Cheryl Lynn Robertson of Joplin, Missouri left this world Wednesday, January 10, 2007 at National Health Care, Joplin, Missouri, after following a long illness. She was 57 years old. Cheryl was born Cheryl Lynn Woods to the parents Samuel Leon and Lois Anette (Mason) Woods, August ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Trevor Woodget avatar

    The Christian's Hope

    Contributed by Trevor Woodget on Apr 23, 2002
    based on 64 ratings
     | 9,603 views

    This sermon examines the Hope we have as Christians based on teaching in 1 Corinthians 15:2-58

    1 Corinthians 15:20-58 21st April 2002 Basingstoke THE CHRISTIAN’S HOPE When Nikita Khrushchev died, a humorous story circulated in political circles. The Communist party who’d cast Mr Khrushchev aside were uncomfortable about burying his body on Soviet soil. So they called ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mack Armstrong avatar

    Why Is The Death Of God's Saints Precious In His Sight?

    Contributed by Mack Armstrong on Mar 13, 2007
    based on 38 ratings
     | 93,787 views

    Death is a common denominator to all living thigs. But, the death of a saint of God is viewed, by God, as something special and it is a time of rejoicing as the saint leaves this world of sin and goes to a perfect place to be with our Lord. This makes God

    Psalms 116:15 WHY IS THE DEATH OF GOD’S SAINTS PRECIOUS IN HIS SIGHT? I. COMMITMENT: * A. Caring. B. Changing. C. Contentment. II. CESSATION: ** A. Cries. B. Cares. C. Calamities. III. COMMENCEMENTS: *** A. Compensation. B. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Edward Scott avatar

    Are You Ready To Die

    Contributed by Edward Scott on Feb 4, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 10,487 views

    Are Christians ready to live with Christ in Heaven

    Good evening how is everyone doing today. Good I’am glad your during fine Because our subject today is ARE YOU READY TO DIE John 10:18  No man taketh it from me, but I lay it down of myself. I have power to lay it down, and I have power to take it again. This is a touchy subject and I am ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Pr. Lynell AlJoe-Thurman avatar

    We Can Only Imagine

    Contributed by Pr. Lynell Aljoe-Thurman on Feb 8, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,105 views

    Funeral for Mark Adessa (24)

    The Lord told Martha in the Gospel of John, “I am the resurrection and the life he who believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live.” (John 11:25-26) (Adlib about Mark Adessa’s short life, likes dislikes etc.) Sir Walter Scott a brilliant prolific Scottish historical novelist wrote the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Charles Jones avatar

    The Promise Of Heaven

    Contributed by Charles Jones on Sep 3, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 20,557 views

    These are words of comfort for a believer that has passed away. i.e. This is a funeral sermon

    I had the privelege to preach this sermon at my dear Grandmother’s funeral who passed away on February 2, 2006. It was an encouragement to my family and our friends who packed out a church to say our last goodbyes. Introduction: As we gather here this morning to remember the dear and precious ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Blessed To Be Mortals

    Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Nov 9, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,570 views

    3rd To Last Sunday In Pentecost: Our mortality can be a fearful thing. But Christ has turned it into a blessing. Have no fear, Christ is risen!

    We are near the end of another church year. At this time of the year the themes typically begin pointing us to the ’end times.’ And our readings today don’t disappoint. Today we turn our attention to matters that are difficult – to matters that deal with the end of life. The readings for today ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran