Sermons on Memorial Service:

The Victory Completed Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Oct 3, 2012

1. God’s enemies will be utterly routed (vs. 1-16). 2. God’s people will be given rest (vs. 16-23). 3. God wants His people to remember (vs. 23-32).

For Such a Time as This Part 9: The Victory Completed Esther 9:1-32 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - July 22, 2012 *Tonight we finish God’s great story of Esther, the orphan girl, who grew up to be chosen as queen of the Persian Empire. Esther was also the secret Jew who rose ...read more

Scripture: Esther 9:1-32

Denomination: Baptist

Sing To The Lord A New Song

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Aug 6, 2008

This is a funeral service for a Christian who has had been given the gift of music which he shared in his community, in church and as a public school teacher. Two helpful illustrations

In Jesus Holy Name Text: Psalm 98:1 Funeral “Sing to the Lord a New Song” Grace, Mercy and Peace to you from our risen Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. _________________ loved music. It was his life. That’s why I have chosen this verse from Psalm 98 as the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 98:1-2

Denomination: Lutheran

David: Leaving A Legacy Series

Contributed by James ( Jim ) Highland on Mar 29, 2011

The legacy of David is on wiorld news often,. The wall of the Temple He planned is now the Wailing Wall.

David: Leaving a Legacy I Chronicles 28: 2-6, 29: 1-5 Archeologists often say, “Man is best described by what he leaves behind.” That can be applied to our generation. When the archeologist of tomorrow dig through what we have left behind, it will describe us by trash on the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Soldiers Of The Cross

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Apr 11, 2014

A Memorial Day sermon with an emphasis on being a good soldier of Jesus Christ.

2 Timothy 2:1-5 KJV Thou therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. [2] And the things that thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also. [3] Thou therefore endure hardness, as a good soldier of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Remember

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on May 29, 2016

A Memorial Day Sermon

Remember A Memorial Day sermon Chuck Sligh May 29, 2016 TEXT: Deuteronomy 32:7 – “Remember the days of old, consider the years of many generations: ask thy father, and he will show thee; thy elders, and they will tell thee.” INTRODUCTION It seems the older I get, the more ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 32:7

Denomination: Baptist

Why Godly Service Involves Humility And Tears

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001

Paul gives us a great example of a godly servant who demonstrated a tearful humility that produced great results

Why Serving the Lord Involves Humility, Tears and Trials? (Acts 20: 19) Why do so many people struggle to be transparent and open in their relationships? Illustration:Los Angeles Dodgers manager Tommy Lasorda describes his battle with bad habits: "I took a pack of cigarettes from my pocket, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Is Our Sunday Service Missing Something?”

Contributed by David Yarbrough on Mar 4, 2002

This message examines what true worship is all about.

Mark 8:22-26; Isaiah 6:1-8 I find it interesting that we call our “church worship gatherings” services. The definition of service is, an act of devotion to God; witness. b. A religious rite. Is that why you came to church this morning, out of devotion to God? Many people go to church with ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8, Mark 8:22-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Are Some People Disqualified For Positions Of Service?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. Many people are disqualified for positions of service in the church because of their sins of omission.

1. Many people are disqualified for positions of service in the church because of their sins of omission. James wrote, "Anyone, then, who knows the good he ought to do and doesn’t do it, sins." (James 4:17) In this passage we read about how the apostles were forced to choose a replacement for Judas ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:21-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The First Prayer Meeting Service Ever"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Sep 29, 2003

God sanctified the seventh day, and nearly three hundred years passed before anyone thought of attendeding Church. Think about it! Then a weak and frail preacher named Enos came along...

Text: Gen. 4:25 And Adam knew his wife again; and she bare a son, and called his name Seth: For God, said she, hath appointed me another seed instead of Abel, whom Cain slew. 26 And to Seth, to him also there was born a son; and he called his name Enos: then began men to call upon the name of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

(Lesson 9) Peter: A Backslider Restored To Service

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 10, 2003

Peter denied the Lord through boasting and pride. After breakfast on a beach, Jesus restored him to service and he became a bold preacher on the day of Pentecost.

A. PETER’S BACKSLIDING 1. Cause boasting. "I will lay down my life for thy sake" (John 13:37). 2. Jesus’ response warning. "Wilt thou lay down thy life for my sake? Verily Verily, I say unto thee, the cock shall not crow till thou hast denied me thrice" (John 13:32). 3. Effort flesh. "Smote the ...read more

Scripture: John 13:32-37

Denomination: Baptist

When I Give The Best Of My Service

Contributed by Mcclinton Hall on Sep 30, 2004

In everything that we do for the God, it ought to be our best.

When I Give The Best Of My Service I beseech you therefore brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. Romans 12:1 My brothers and sisters, what God wants and what God deserves is all our being ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1, Romans 1:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Our Purpose:14th Anniversary Service

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Mar 14, 2003

This is the message we preached together as husband and wife pastors for our 14th Anniversary At The Church.

Our Purpose 3/2/2002 Numbers 13:36-14-4 Philippians 3:10-16 Rick Today we celebrate the reality that some fourteen years ago, God intervened in the life of this congregation in a definite manner with a specific purpose in mind. With God, nothing happens simply by chance, for even ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

I'll Fly Away! (Funeral Service)

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jan 27, 2006

A funeral service for one of the deacons in our church.

1 CORINTHIANS 15:54 ‘When the perishable has been clothed with the imperishable, and the mortal with immortality, then the saying that is written will come true: “Death has been swallowed up in victory.” Today, we gather here to remember one of our Christian brothers; Don McDuffey. Don ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: *other

In The Service Of The Master – Part 9 - Judas, The Betrayer Series

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Sep 16, 2006

Do you know what it is to be betrayed? Betrayal means disloyalty and treachery have been used to expose you to an enemy, to expose you to harm, or simply just to expose you. How does betrayal happen?

Traitor. Deserter. Turncoat. Defector. Betrayer. Betrayal. Do you know what it is to be betrayed? Betrayal is a profound word loaded with volatile and angst-ridden emotional implications. Betrayal means disloyalty and treachery have been used to expose you to an enemy, to expose you to harm, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Still A Student Beyond Graduation - A Baccalaureate Service Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on May 2, 2007

This is a sermon for a Baccalaureate service.

Still A Student Beyond Graduation We come here this afternoon to recognize the hard work and effort of these young men and women who are seated among us. They are about to make a major transition in their lives. Graduation is a sign of achievement and success – and we congratulate them. As a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28, Genesis 2:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational