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What Do We Do When Our Loved Ones Die? Series

Contributed by Doug Warren on Jan 14, 2001

The disciples’actions when John the Baptist died offer us helpful suggestions of what to do when our loved ones die. (*appropriate for graveside service)

Intro: When John the Baptist died tragically, the disciples of Jesus exemplified what we must do today when our loved ones die. Let us notice what verse 14 says: I. THE DISCIPLES CAME 1. They stopped what they were doing, came together from various places. 2. Sadly, funerals are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:12

Denomination: Baptist

Funerals And Parties Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Feb 16, 2004

We learn much from times of sorrow and loss, times when we are confronted with the reality of death, opportunities when we can learn from God

“A good reputation is more valuable than the most expensive perfume. In the same way, the day you die is better than the day you are born. It is better to spend your time at funerals than at festivals. For you are going to die, and you should think about it while there is still time. Sorrow is ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:1-8, Ecclesiastes 7:7-9

Denomination: Congregational

Finding Jesus At A Time Of Grief Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Aug 29, 2007

This funeral sermon is in story form. Funerals always need to point the way to Jesus.

Finding Jesus At A Time Of Grief Today is a day of grief. Today is a day of sadness. Today we are here because __________ has died and it affects us. I would not say everything is all right. Because it is not. We hurt. And we know we will hurt for a long time. When a relationship is lost we ...read more

Scripture: John 11:25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Jesus Conducted Funerals

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Feb 21, 2003

The example of the Master in being a comfort to people who have suffered loss.

Actually, Jesus never had to conduct a funeral. No one ever died or stayed dead in His immediate presence. That’s because He is the resurrection and the life! (John 11:25) He did, however, come to the aid of those in sorrow over death, and by so doing left a great example for those of us who ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-50

Denomination: Baptist

Unbeliever Funeral

Contributed by Perry Greene on Feb 26, 2015

This funeral was for Tom, a 68 year old man who was not a church-goer.

Song – Peace in the Valley 14 The LORD upholds all who are falling and raises up all who are bowed down. 15 The eyes of all look to you, and you give them their food in due season. 16 You open your hand; you satisfy the desire of every living thing. 17 The LORD is righteous in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:4-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Insight N 2 God Series

Contributed by Darren Sirmans on Jul 30, 2010

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Luke 6: 37 Jeremiah 44: 9 In the game of life and death the wisdom of a woman wins, her strategies on the field have worked. The feminist movement from the beginning of time has influenced, much of the reform in which society relates to her well-arranged picture. All of the styles that ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Understanding Time And Seasons SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

A reflection on the significance of time and seasons in our lives, especially during the period of mourning and remembering.

Today, we gather to remember and find comfort in the midst of loss. Funerals serve as a time for reflection and solace. In the book of Ecclesiastes, King Solomon wisely reminds us that there is a season for everything under heaven. This passage speaks to the various stages and emotions we ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8

Topics: Funerals, Non-Christian Perspectives

Sharing The Gospel With Unbelievers A Biblical Mandate Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 7, 2025

As Christians, we are called to share the Good News of Jesus Christ

As Christians, we are called to share the Good News of Jesus Christ with a world that desperately needs it. However, many believers tend to focus on teaching and encouraging one another, while neglecting to reach out to those who don't know Christ. In this sermon, we'll explore the ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41, Acts 17:16-34

Poverty Or Prosperity-Which Is Biblically Correct? Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 6, 2003

When looking at financial matters, being either wealthy or poor is not necessarily the right thing. Adapted from a John C. Maxwell sermon.

Stewardship: The Missing Piece to Successful Living "Poverty or Prosperity-Which is Biblically Correct?" 2 of 4 January 12, 2002 FBC, Chester, Illinois Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: On any given day you turn on the television and watch one preacher tell you that if you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24

Denomination: Baptist

A Biblical Perspective On The Middle East Crisis

Contributed by Thomas Holland on Aug 25, 2006

What is God’s perspective on the current Middle East Crisis?

Good morning, I’m so glad that you could be here today. I’ve entitled the message “A Biblical Perspective on the Middle East Crisis.” Everybody I know wants to be loved. Even the most independent, monastic hermit wants to know that he or she, at the very least, is not hated. Since 9/11, we have ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Baptism

Contributed by Jeff Schuckers on May 30, 2018

What is Baptism? The outward expression of the inward change through faith in Christ.

Baptism….. True Story… A church leader, who was a little older had been on his brother for years to get baptized… To accept the Lord as his Savior…. Finally, one day his brother came to him and said.. I’m ready… Well the church leader was so excited.. He said he took his brother to every ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Biblical Answer To The Da Vinci Code

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jun 6, 2006

This message endeavors to give Biblical answers to people who have questions about the fact or fiction of the Da Vinci Code.

“What Jesus Would Jesus Say to Dan Brown” -Biblical Answer to the Da Vinci Code- 2 Peter 2:1-3 2 Peter 3:17-18 There’s a lot of talk these days about the “Da Vinci Code”, a best selling book by Dan Brown. The film came out a couple weeks ago and has been seen by hundreds of thousands. Dan ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:17-18

Denomination: Free Methodist

'oh No, My Child Is Marrying A Non-Christian!'

Contributed by Tim Power on Jan 24, 2017

Marriage and associations with non-believers

Nehemiah 10:39, Deut. 7:1-4 Deut.7:3-4, Exodus 34:12-16, Ruth 1:16, 1 Corinthians 7:39, 1, Corinthians 7:12-14, 2 Corinthians 6:14-15 Tags: Marriage and association with non-believers Before the words of Nehemiah 10:30-29 we had the firm agreement we talked about last week from chapter 9 verse ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 10:39, Nehemiah 6:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Biblical Evangelism And The Three Crosses Of Calvary

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Sep 15, 2015

THIS IS A SERMON I GAVE ON GOOD FRIDAY.

BIBLICAL EVANGELISM AND THE THREE CROSSES LUKE 23:26-44 THE CROSS HAS BEEN THE CENTRAL SYMBOL OF CHRISTIANITY THROUGHOUT HISTORY. IT MAY HAVE DIFFERENT FORMS AND APPEAR IN DIFFERENT PLACES, BUT IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO THINK ABOUT THE CHURCH WITHOUT THINKING ABOUT THE CROSS. THE CROSS REMINDS US OF ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26-44

Denomination: Baptist

"Raising Kids In An X Box Generation"

Contributed by Ray Ellis on May 5, 2003

Proverbs 22:6 gives to Biblical Principles that when applied to the Christian home provide Biblical values in a post modern generation.

“Raising Kids in an X Box Generation” -Children are gifts from the Lord- Proverbs 22:6 “Train up a child in the way he should go and when he is old he will not turn from it.” If you compare the amount of time our children and grandchildren are spending playing games or watching videos or ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:1-6

Denomination: Free Methodist