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  • Richard Stevens avatar

    Funeral - Death Is

    Contributed by Richard Stevens on Mar 5, 2022
     | 4,439 views

    Death is (1) Separation, (2) Sure, (3) Victorious, and (4) Comforting

    I. Death is SEPARATION John 3:16-18 a. For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Funeral In Song

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 26, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 7,052 views

    The woman I preached the funeral for asked me to lead those at the funeral in two Christians hymns. And in those hymns was the power of a risen Christ.

    Psalm 96:1-5 "Sing unto the LORD a new song; sing unto the LORD, all the earth! Sing unto the LORD, bless his name; tell of his salvation from day to day. Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous works among all the peoples! For great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised; he is to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    For Me To Live Is Christ And To Die Is Gain

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Aug 9, 2024
     | 1,283 views

    Funeral sermon for an older member of our church

    Funeral for George Hafele Today we gather to celebrate the life and future of Mr. George Hafele. Times like these are never fun. But honestly, my grief today is not for George because he is in a better place, but rather for those of us who are left behind. We are the ones left with the void. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Funeral - Christian Woman Who Died Of Cancer Series

    Contributed by Jim Kilson on May 27, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 46,009 views

    Funeral Message for a Christian Woman who passed away after a lengthy battle with Cancer. This message can be adapted to fit most any situation.

    The Old Rugged Cross (M. Gilley) • Friends we have gathered here today in this place to celebrate, remember, and praise God for the life of __________ • Though she may be gone from our daily life, she will never be removed from our thoughts and memories. Through wisdom known only to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Funeral Message Unbeliever - Suicide

    Contributed by Peter Loughman on May 1, 2009
    based on 21 ratings
     | 22,551 views

    A hard living, rough and tough Alaska man takes his life and is not a believer.

    We are each entrusted with one life, formed by the hand of God the Father in our mother’s womb – surely God has his hand on us from the very first moments of life. Surely God knows all we do, all we think and, all we dream for. Surely God desires the best for us - You can see that, it is so obvious ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Be Encouraged (A Funeral Message) Series

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Aug 7, 2014
    based on 3 ratings
     | 34,065 views

    A service of encouragement and thanksgiving for a life well lived. For a life cut short by illness.

    Reading: 1 Peter 1:3-9 ..... was a great encourager. She would always have a word of encouragement for Rochelle and I in regards to how a service had gone. When I saw her last Saturday her words were again encouraging hoping that the service went well for us on Sunday. We celebrate her life today ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Attending My Own Funeral Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 24, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 16,005 views

    If I really want to live for Jesus I must first attend my own funeral

    When Mary and I were dating, I often used to leave here house quite late on Friday night or early on Saturday morning. On one of those occasions I was driving down Orange Grove Road in my bright yellow Ford Pinto when I was pulled over by a Pima County Sherriff’s officer. When he asked me if I knew ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christian Libing

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on May 31, 2021
     | 2,489 views

    Buod: Si Victoria ay isang matandang babae na lumaki sa simbahan at naglingkod bilang isang matanda sa kongregasyon sa isang punto. Mahal na mahal siya ng kanyang pamilya at nagkaroon ng regalong mabuting pakikitungo.

    Victoria Anne Scott Todd Ni Rick Gillespie- Mobley Awit 139: 1-18 Juan 14: 1-6 Mayo 22, 2021 Nang magsimula ang taong 2020, napakakaunting mga tao ang nakakaalam kung gaano kahusay ang isang taon na magiging. Umaasa ako na ang isang bagay na napagtanto mo ay hindi ito nakabantay sa ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Confronting The Last Hour

    Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Aug 14, 2012
    based on 6 ratings
     | 10,456 views

    The text emphasizes the need to be ready for the final setting of the sun in each our lives.

    When the Sun Sets for the Last Time I. Readiness (I am now ready) II. Realization (the time of my departure is at hand) III. Reflection (I fought a good fight) IV. Resignation (I finish my course) V. Reward (Crown of Righteousness) VI. Righteous Judge (The Lord) VII. Resurrection ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Turned A Funeral Into A Celebration

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jun 30, 2008
    based on 10 ratings
     | 27,288 views

    Jesus made it clear in His teachings that you are not really ready to live until you have faced the reality of death.

    Jesus Turns a Funeral into a Celebration (Theme for this message came from "Outflow" by Sjogren and Ping) Luke 7:11-17 Can you imagine the shock of the widow of Nain and the crowd surrounding the funeral procession when Jesus walked up and stopped the procession? Jesus saw the widow and had ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    What A Way To Ruin A Funeral Series

    Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Jun 14, 2020
    based on 2 ratings
     | 13,698 views

    When Jesus was around the dead couldn't stay dead and the living couldn't stay silent

    What a way to ruin a funeral Luke 7:11-17 I heard about a gifted public speaker, who was asked, what was his most difficult speaking assignment? He said, "That's easy. It was a speech I gave to the National Conference of Undertakers and the topic was 'How to Look ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    For To Me, To Live Is Christ And To Die Is Gain.

    Contributed by Barnabas Park on Jan 25, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 15,337 views

    Prepare your life for the final graduation, which is a commencement of new life whether in endless hope or hopeless end.

    For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain. Phi 1:21 On June 12, 2005, exactly today 11 years ago, Steve Jobs delivered a speech to the graduating class at Stanford University. So outstanding was his speech that many call the speech as the most memorable, best, life-changing and even ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    I-Live Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 25, 2009
    based on 67 ratings
     | 42,729 views

    The Bible tells us that man has always feared death. But Jesus give us the reason to overcome that fear by offering us resurrection. How can we lay hold of that promise and how does it change our lives?

    OPEN: We’ve been talking about iPods the past few weeks, and as we’ve mentioned before iPods are a wondrous playthings, capable of storing and playing thousands of your personal favorite songs at the touch of button. But iPods do not magically perform this service. They need power. Where do iPods ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Perry Greene avatar

    Funeral Sermon For A Young Disciple

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 10, 2015
     | 5,103 views

    This is a funeral sermon for a 35 year old friend who died due to cancer of the brain. He lived the last four years trying to be a disciple of Jesus in a real way.

    Song #1 -- Hallelujah -- Family Enters "Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. 2 In my Father's house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? 3 And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Going Home

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 21, 2014
    based on 2 ratings
     | 34,183 views

    This is a funeral service for an elderly gentleman who lived in another state at the time of his death. The family brought him "home" to be buried.

    I am the resurrection and the life; he who believes in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live; and whoever lives and believes in me shall never die. John 11:25 1. The Funeral is a universal custom. It is our attempt to: a. Remember b. Honor c. Offer Comfort d. Prepare 2. Funerals remind us ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ