Sermons on Operation Grief:

Funeral For Jonah

Contributed by Darryl Klassen on Mar 7, 2008

This is a sermon I wrote for my nephew’s funeral. Rate it if you want to but I am sharing it in part to offer an example of a funeral for a 10 year old. Also it is a tribute to my nephew. Hope you are blessed by it.

FUNERAL FOR JONAH DUECK No one can imagine what it feels like for Richard and Connie to have watched Jonah pass away. None of us here, even if you have lost someone in a similar way, can empathize with their pain. I believe it is a personal pain that is unique to them. That does not stop us from ...read more

Denomination: Mennonite

The Resurrection And Life Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Aug 5, 2018

Dealing with the death of Lazarus, Jesus performed one of His greatest miracles. While meeting a desperate and immediate need through miraculous power, Jesus also revealed an eternal truth - the dead in Christ never die! He is the Resurrection and Life.

The Resurrection and Life John 11: 17-27 Our text today is likely a familiar account for most of us. It deals with a very difficult moment in the lives of those who were very close to Jesus. As the Lord ministered in the area of Jerusalem, He often visited the home of Mary, Martha, and Lazarus, ...read more

Scripture: John 11:17-27

Denomination: Baptist

Funeral Sermon For A Friend

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Nov 18, 2008

A sermon preached for a friend who died tragically due to a car accident and drowning

Dick Rowe, November 20, 2008 Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, through your Holy Spirit, open our hearts and minds to your Word, granting us a renewed and strengthened faith, that we might find comfort in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-44

Denomination: Lutheran

Giving Thanks In Disappointments

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Dec 3, 2014

Are you facing a situation in which you could be disappointed? Why not set up a celebration to count your blessings no matter what the outcome?

Opening illustration: After receiving his second Academy Award, Denzel Washington said to his family, “I told you, if I lost tonight, I’d come home and we’d celebrate. And if I won tonight, I’d come home and we’d celebrate.” Denzel, a Christian, was trusting God, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Gifts Of God

Contributed by Justin Lauramore on Nov 14, 2012

Today we get confused about God’s faithfulness and His love towards us, but if we research scriptures, we will see that God has given us everything. We have no worries to face, because God has and will supply all of our needs.

Good evening everyone. I hope that tonight has found you well. In America, we have a constant war between what is right and what is wrong. We as Christians need to draw the line in the sand. We are not perfect but God has called us to be Holy as He is Holy. We are under constant attack and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Road From Emmaus

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Apr 11, 2020

A message about the journey to understanding the resurrection. A journey to faith.

Title: Walking From Emmaus Theme: Text: Luke 24:13 – 35 Luke 24:13-35 Now behold, two of them were traveling that same day (what same day? On the same day that Jesus was resurrected from the dead. On the day God was performing the greatest miracle of mankind they were headed away from God’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-33

Denomination: Church Of God

What Must I Do? Keep His Church Pure

Contributed by Ken Pell on Sep 1, 2013

Sin brings death and when sin is permitted to linger within a congregation it kills its body life and ministry.

WHAT MUST I DO? KEEP HIS CHURCH PURE 1 CORINTHIANS 5:1-13 Big Idea: Sin brings death and when sin is permitted to linger within a congregation it kills its body life and ministry. INTRO: A few years back I bought an electric guitar. The seller only wanted $50.00 for it and he told me upfront ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-13

Denomination: Nazarene

Seeing The Risen Lord

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Apr 4, 2021

Learning from the experience of Mary Magdalene. Don't let emotions blind us to the truth. Don't let circumstances blind us to His presence. Remember what He has said.

Jesus has risen. The tomb was empty. The stone covering it has been rolled away. • God has accepted the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross. He died on behalf of sinners and paid the penalty of our sin. God raised him from the dead on the third day • The disciples were told of this before it ...read more

Scripture: John 20:10-18, Luke 24:6-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Living With(Out) Regret Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 24, 2022

We all have regrets, things we've done or have had done to us in the past. Paul describes two ways of dealing with these regrets- worldly and godly. Consider these thoughts from our Family Minister Scott Jewell on living without regret.

Our current series is called “What Keeps You Up At Night?” We’ve explored anger/bitterness, concern for family, and today I want to talk about regret. It’s the idea of dealing with our mistakes/sins, whether real or perceived from our past. Personally, the concept takes me back to my ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:8-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Paid The Price - Eternal Life

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Mar 18, 2021

Part 4 of our series focuses on the hope we have that Jesus paid the price for our sins and we have eternal life.

Jesus Paid the Price for our Sins March 21, 2021 Have you ever needed a pick me up? What do you do when you’re having a bad day? Do you go to the store and buy that super rich and creamy ice cream? Maybe it’s a cake or donut? Maybe a good Chicago pizza? You can see where I find comfort! Or ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:21

Denomination: Baptist

If You Would Have Been Here…

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 5, 2022

In our darkest hour Jesus is there. He speaks life over every area of our life. Aways remember this worlds darkness will be the darkest we will ever know...

Resurrecting Hope: Week 2/ If You Would Have Been Here… Text: John 11:1-7NIV Throughout history the Church has been instilled with hope in the face of life’s trials, because of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Easter is a ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-7, Matthew 8:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Relationship Between Grace, Faith, Works, And Baptism

Contributed by Don Campbell on Nov 3, 2024

Only two Christian groups do not practice some form of water baptism: Quakers and the Salvation Army. All others practice water baptism but disagree on the mode (immersion/sprinkling) and the purpose (to be saved/because one has been saved).

THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN GRACE, FAITH, WORKS, AND BAPTISM INTRODUCTION A. Only two Christian groups do not practice some form of water baptism: Quakers and the Salvation Army. B. All others practice water baptism but disagree on the mode (immersion/sprinkling) and the purpose (to be saved/because ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Flip The Script Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jan 12, 2025

Discover how God can rewrite your story and turn trials into triumphs—read Flip the Script and find inspiration to overcome your giants with faith and purpose.

Flip the Script Genesis 50:20 Online Sermon: https://www.mckeesfamily.com/sermons/ Queen Victoria ruled over the British Empire from 1837 to 1901, marking a 63-year reign that not only set a record in Britain but also defined an era known as the Victorian Age. Shortly after ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:33, 2 Corinthians 1:3-5, 2 Corinthians 12:9, 1 Peter 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

Very Early In The Morning, Hope Woke Up With The Sun

Contributed by Duane Wente on Apr 18, 2025

The resurrection of Jesus did not wait for the noise of the world—it happened quietly, powerfully, and full of promise... very early in the morning. (A Sunrise Sermon)

### **Introduction:** Good morning! Look around. We are standing in a place of graves. A place of sorrow. A place of mourning… And yet, here we are this morning, greeting the dawn. We are in a place of endings, but watching a beginning. Scripture tells us that very early in the morning, much ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Suffering Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon will explore the concept of suffering and pain as unavoidable aspects of life, emphasizing that God has a purpose for these experiences and uses them for His glory.

Hello church! Glad to have you all here today as we jump into a huge topic together. Suffering is something so personal, so universally understood, and so imperative in the lives of those who follow Jesus. Everyone suffers at some point or another. Everyone experiences pain and hardship. Everyone ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:3-5

Topics: Suffering, God's Plan, Faith In Trials