Sermons on Paradise Lost:

The Cemetary Road

Contributed by David Roth on May 2, 2020

Lent 5 (A) The Christ of the resurrection of the Last Day is one and the same Christ who is on the road of life with us now. He will not only bring us out of the grave then, He is on the road to the cemetery with us today, as we face the challenges, the losses, and yes, even the deaths, of today.

J. J. May the words of my mouth, and the meditations of our hearts, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, our Rock and our Redeemer. Amen. (Ps. 19:14.) “The Cemetery Road” Today we read of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead. Lazarus was the brother of Mary and Martha, the two sisters of ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Denomination: Lutheran

Answer Time Series

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on May 16, 2020

an exposition of 1 Peter 13 preached during the Corona Virus Lockdown on 2020

[A number of members of the congregation give some mini-testimonies of why Jesus, church and prayer are important to them] Fr Mund: Today’s passage is a really beautiful one - and a really difficult one. It is so rich, so full of so many themes, so much depth, that is really hard to pick out what ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-22

Denomination: Anglican

Overcomers Sermon Iii: Overcome Being Forgotten Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on May 20, 2020

To overcome like Joseph and Jesus, cultivate your awareness that "this is of the Lord" and then take on the task of doing whatever good needs to be done, whenever it needs to be done, for as long as it needs to be done.

Overcome Being Forgotten “Gone, but not forgotten” is a phrase often used to express one’s sentiments on the anniversary of a loved one’s death; also, you may have seen it engraved on a grave marker in a cemetery. To ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 40:1-22

Jesus Christ: The Messiah, Not A Meal Ticket Series

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 14, 2021

When Jesus fed the five thousand, as recorded in all four gospels, He demonstrated what He taught about God being the Provider of our needs (Matthew 6:25-34). Most of the crowd, however, wanted food, not faith.

The Lord Jesus never taught anything about the nature and character of God the Father that He Himself did not demonstrate or model before either His disciples or the people who followed and listened to Him. When we first read of this miracle, mentioned in all four gospels, we see the Divine ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21, Mark 6:30-44, Luke 9:10-17, John 6:1-14, John 6:22-40  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

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

Funeral For Elderly Saint And Elder

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 19, 2018

This sermon is a tribute to a godly elder and WWII veteran.

Welcome John 14.1-6 (NKJV) “Let not your heart be troubled; you believe in God, believe also in Me. 2 In My Father’s house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. 3 And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you to ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Roller Coaster Ride

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Apr 11, 2022

A sermon for Palm Sunday, Year C

April 10, 2022 Palm/Passion Sunday Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Phil. 2:5-11; Lk. 19:28-40; Lk. 22:14-23:56 Roller Coaster Ride Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Dale and I watched the NCAA Men’s Basketball final on ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11, Luke 19:28-40

Denomination: Lutheran

Delusions That Defy Common Sense

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jun 16, 2021

The world system and all who live by it apart are deluded by both the devil and their own depraved minds. They believe they have everything figured out and can live without the intervention of God Almighty. Scripture proves otherwise.

The apostle Paul reminded the church of Corinth that there was a time to put away childish things and assume the maturity and responsibility expected of an adult or mature young person (1 Corinthians 13:11). The time comes for everyone to grow up and realize that the world and all you know does ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:5-6, Matthew 3:7-9, Matthew 6:7, Luke 12:19, Acts 24:25-26, James 4:13-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On Is Heaven Available To All?

Contributed by William Meakin on Aug 8, 2022

Heaven is defined by Wikipedia as a common religious cosmological or transcendent supernatural place, where certain beings are said to originate, be enthroned, or reside.

Richard Duane Warren otherwise known as Rick Warren, an American Southern Baptist evangelical Christian pastor and author once remarked: "The Bible tells us that Jesus Christ came to do three things. He came to have my past forgiven, you get a purpose for living and a home in Heaven." ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Revelation 21:4, 1 Corinthians 2:9, Luke 23:43

Jehovah-Rohi, God Our Shepherd Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Oct 10, 2022

David must’ve looked back on his life at a ripe old age, and looked back at all the ups and downs of his life, from being the youngest son of the family, while his brothers fought in the army, he was left alone to watch over the sheep.

"The Lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need. He lets me rest in green meadows; he leads me beside peaceful streams. He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to his name. Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:11, John 10:11-18

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Finished Work Of Jesus!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Sep 12, 2021

FROM THE CROSS TO THE THRONE HIS WORK THEN ON EARTH, THEN HELL, SKY AND HEAVEN AND WHAT HIS WORK IS NOW FOR US AS HE DID IT ALL FOR US.

THE FINISHED WORK OF JESUS! John 19:30 When Jesus therefore had received the vinegar, he said, It is finished: and he bowed his head, and gave up the ghost. . I. WHAT DID JESUS MEAN WHEN HE SAID "IT IS FINISHED”???? A. He did what He came to do. John 17:4 I have ...read more

Scripture: John 19:20, John 17:4, 1 Peter 3:18

What To Do In The Day Of Trouble Series

Contributed by Kevin Broyhill on Sep 26, 2024

Psalm 41 describes a "time of trouble". Like David and Jesus, we all face our own evil days. Ephesians 6:13 reminds us to put on the whole armor of God to stand firm in these times of spiritual warfare. No one is immune, but God equips us to endure.

What to Do in The Evil Day! Psalm 41 Introduction: Look: v.1 – Underline: 4 words: “in time of trouble.” “Time” = a season – season of trouble “Trouble” = more than a trial or difficulty – (lit) day of evil or evil day. “Evil Day” = when the enemy comes in like flood – seeks to overwhelm ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On The Taj Mahal: A Symphony Of Love?

Contributed by William Meakin on Jul 14, 2025

The Taj Mahal is located in Agra, a city in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh.

Aysha Taryam, a United Arab Emirates born author and first Middle Eastern female Editor-in-Chief of an English language newspaper once remarked: “The world believes it was built by love but reading Shah Jahan’s own words on the Taj, one could say it was grief that built the Taj Mahal and it was ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:19-21, Song of Songs 2:4, Romans 12:9-10, 1 Peter 4:8

The Righteous One Who Brought Life Series

Contributed by Sylvan Finger on Aug 12, 2025

Theme: How does the story of Jesus’ death and resurrection “destroy the wisdom of the wise” and bring comfort to their heart and mind?

P: "Christ is risen! C: He is risen indeed! Alleluia!" P: In the path of righteousness is life, C: and in its pathway there is no death. (Proverbs 12:28) Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Who here is righteous? What does righteous mean to you? If ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31, Proverbs 12:28, Proverbs 8:32-36, Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

The Promises Of God And His Faithfulness To Fulfill Them Series

Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Jul 12, 2024

In a world where promises are often broken and trust can be hard to come by, we can find immense comfort and strength in knowing that God's promises are sure and His faithfulness is unfailing.

Good morning, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, we gather to reflect on a theme that is foundational to our faith: the promises of God and His unwavering faithfulness to fulfill them. In a world where promises are often broken and trust can be hard to come by, we can find immense ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:23

Denomination: Pentecostal