Sermons on Mary The Sister Of Lazarus:

The Da Vinci Code: Who Was Mary Magdalene Series

Contributed by Ken Baugh on Feb 8, 2006

This sermon decodes the faulty perspective of Mary Magdalene’s role as depicted in the book The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown

WHO WAS MARY MAGDALENE? Beyond The Da Vinci Code – Part 8 Tonight we’re in part eight of our series Beyond The Da Vinci Code and the question that we’re going to tackle is Who was Mary Magdalene? I. QUOTES FROM THE CODE As you know if you’ve read the book, Mary Magdalene is central to Dan ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:55

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Extreme Giving Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Mar 3, 2009

Mary’s Giving is a model to us.

John 12 – Jesus anointed at Bethany March 1, 2009 Three stories of Mary, sister to Martha and Lazarus, and friend of Jesus. 1. from Luke’s Gospel Chapter 10 – Mary sitting at Jesus’ feet – tell the story 2. from John’s Gospel – Lazarus’ death and resurrection John 11 - tell the story 3. The ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-11

Denomination: *other

Dangerously Busy: Learning From Mary And Martha

Contributed by Dan Grubbs on Oct 18, 2005

An over-crowded life can be a hinderance to our relationship with God and lead us into falling into the deceit of Satan.

Why do we value our time so preciously? It’s an intriguing question with which we all should try to come to terms. In answering the question, we should evaluate the most relevant word. Many would say the word “time” is the most relevant or most important word in the question. However, I say, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sitting At The Feet Of Jesus!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Aug 2, 2014

Mary, Martha & Jesus. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Place (vs 38) (2). The People (vs 38-39) (3). The Disagreement (vs 39-40) (4). The Response (vs 41) SERMON BODY: Ill: • Photographs can be very deceptive, • Whoever said; “The camera never lies”, • Never had a studio portrait done of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Brethren

Day Of The Living Dead, Part 1

Contributed by John Nadasi on Mar 10, 2005

The Lazarus story from a slightly different perspective. It asks the question "how do we respond when God doesn’t show up in time." Mary and Martha demonstrate the true nature of faith.

John 11:1-45 Paonia United Methodist Church March 13, 2005 Over the last several weeks, We have covered some really difficult texts. That’s what lent is all about. If you haven’t heard something that has disturbed or upset you, Than I either have not been doing my job, or you haven’t been ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Denomination: Methodist

Not What She Wanted

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Jun 9, 2009

Sometimes the Best Gift is the Gift you didn’t want that is when it comes from God. This sets the stage for the Christmas Event. Christmas only truly happens when we receive his gift and use it.

A Sunday School teacher once asked her class of children: “What is Christmas a time for” Many of the kids gave the usual answers – Jesus’ birthday, a time of joy, presents…but one child responded with a unique and unusual answer, “Christmas is a time for sportsmanship.” “Sportmanship?,” asked ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: United Methodist

How To Have A Merry Christmas

Contributed by James Snyder on Dec 24, 2012

We face the danger of taking the Merry aspect of Christmas for granted.

For most, Americans in particular, Christmas is the most artificial time of the year. Everything about it reeks of artificial, from the fake Christmas tree all the way to our Christmas greeting, “Merry Christmas,” and all the singing of Christmas carols. Few people really mean what they sing. All ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Epiphany

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 9, 2019

The past perfect used in this way is known as “tenses of vision” or the “prophetic perfect.” Isaiah is assuring us that the message being proclaimed will surely come to pass.

A customer called the customer service line to complain about a power outage after a big storm, then stopped raging long enough to ask, “How will I know when my lights are back on?” The customer service agent remained silent for a second, debating about the best way to answer such an obvious, even ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-6, Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Catholic

"mary's Christmas Carol"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Dec 10, 2019

Christmas carol of Mary which shares her praise.

Mary’s Christmas Carol Luke 1:47-55 1. Today were talking again about Christmas Carols • Last week we talked about Zechariah’s Benedictus it was his carol to John at his birth • Today we will look at Mary’s Christmas carol called the Magnificat • What is Magnificat? Magnificat, which means ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:47-55

Denomination: Methodist

Freedom Of Choice PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 18, 2023

This sermon explores Mary's divine encounter and her faith-filled response, demonstrating a reasoning trust in God's redemptive plan as revealed in Luke 1:26-38.

Good morning, beloved in Christ. I am humbled and overjoyed to stand before you today, to share the Word of God with you, to hold up the lamp of Scripture that our steps may be guided, our hearts warmed, and our spirits nourished. We gather here today in the beautiful embrace of our Lord, united in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Topics: Mary, Angel

A Powerful Yet Compassionate God

Contributed by Rev Silvester David on Jul 1, 2025

We believe in a powerful God who is also filled with compassion. He does all things for His glory! His compassion draws us closer to Him.

We have started this year with dedicating ourselves to grow in the knowledge of our God. This growing journey is a lifetime process. We need to keep learning, keep experiencing and keep trusting Him in this process. John 11 records a beautiful story of a family which was close to Jesus during His ...read more

An Eventful Night In Bethany Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 19, 2018

A Jesus entered the home of Simon the Leper, many were there. Some out of curiosity; some came to see the spectacle; one, in particular, came to worship.

An Eventful Night in Bethany Mark 14: 1-11 Today we begin a journey through a very eventful and emotional chapter in Mark’s gospel. The events recorded cover a span of just over twenty-four hours. At the conclusion of the chapter, we will find Jesus accused and condemned of the Sanhedrin in the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

"Bff"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 21, 2009

Jesus’ compassion.

John 11:1-44 “BFF” by: Rev. Ken Sauer, East Ridge UMC, Chattanooga, TN Text messaging and emails have brought with them a whole new language. For example, when two persons are exceptionally close, perhaps they are best friends, one will write to the other, “You are my BFF.” Now what in the ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: United Methodist

Love's Devotion Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jan 22, 2008

# 32 in series. Martha Expressed Her Worship through Service.Mary Expressed Her Worship through Giving. Lazarus Expressed His Worship through Testimony Each is valid and each is Accepted.

A Study of the Book of John “That You May Believe” Sermon # 32 “Love’s Devotion” John 12:1-8 Chapter eleven ended with Jesus going with Martha and Mary to the tomb of their brother, Lazarus and there ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

You Should See Me Now

Contributed by Kevin Jones on May 19, 2011

A message about having a relationship with Christ using the story of Lazarus

You Should See Me Now This morning I want to look at the story in John about Lazarus. The complete story of Lazarus is really incredible story to look at. The impact of all that took place is amazing and should serve as example of the impact that our own life should make. If you have been ...read more

Scripture: John 11:34-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational