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A Model For A Memorial Or Funeral Message

Contributed by Don Hawks on Oct 16, 2002

based on 54 ratings

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This is a generic model for a funeral message for someone who died after struggling with an illness, using the autobiography of Morrie Schwartz who died of ALS to craft the message.

MESSAGE FOR A MEMORIAL OR FUNERAL SERVICE ___________________________ I’ve been in a funk for a couple of weeks now. But I think I’m coming out of it now. Strange that I could say that on the occasion for which we have come together here. It all started a couple of weeks ago as I anticipated ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-8, Philippians 1:20-21

Denomination: Methodist

"What A Day Of Rejoicing That Will Be"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 1, 2002

based on 77 ratings

| 8,553 views

The subject of the return of Christ and the resurrection of the dead.

1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 “What A Day of Rejoicing That Will Be” By Rev. Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA Our passage for this morning touches upon a subject that intrigues Christians and offers us the most glorious hope that we could ever imagine. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: United Methodist

What's A Christian Response To War?

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Oct 21, 2001

based on 50 ratings

| 2,525 views

Begin with central affirmation Christ is Life, wills for us to have life, however wars will be here, until we find Christ who can stop wars.

“What’s a Christian Response to War?” By Andrew Chan, senior pastor, PBC Vancouver Oct.21, 2001 “ The thief’s purpose is to steal and kill and destroy. My purpose is to give life in all its fullness.” John 10:10 (NLT) Jesus said to him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10, John 14:6

Denomination: Evangelical Free

7 Reasons To Bless God As We Face Death Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jun 21, 2001

based on 64 ratings

| 6,153 views

DEATH OPENS THE DOOR TO THE RICHES OF OUR SPIRITUAL INHERITANCE SECURED BY THE RESURRECTION OF JESUS CHRIST

BIG IDEA: DEATH OPENS THE DOOR TO THE RICHES OF OUR SPIRITUAL INHERITANCE SECURED BY THE RESURRECTION OF JESUS CHRIST INTRODUCTION: Remember that this is a Messianic Psalm -- Acts 2:25-28; Acts 13:34-35; True of David in his own experience, but ultimately speaking of the Resurrection of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:1-11, Psalm 16:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Master Is Come And He Calleth For Thee!

Contributed by Michael Dephillips on Feb 4, 2003

based on 40 ratings

| 6,682 views

When the Holy Spirit comes to save the soul, a person must accept or reject the Lord Jesus Christ.

Pastor Michael DePhillips www.forministry.com/39355PHBC “ THE MASTER COMES AND HE CALLETH FOR THEE “ JOHN 10:27-30 READ OPENING SCRIPTURE AND THEN OPEN IN PRAYER 1. PEOPLE HAVE ALWAYS BELIEVED IN LIFE AFTER DEATH A. EARLIEST MAN BURIED THEIR DEAD WITH WEAPONS AT HAND B. INDIANS IN ...read more

Scripture: John 10:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

¡estén Preparados!

Contributed by Andrew Schroer on Aug 27, 2001

based on 56 ratings

| 4,631 views

La muerte te está llamando. Cristo puede volver en cualquier momento. ¿Estás preparado?

En los días pasados, los reyes y nobles acostumbraban a tener un bufón, un siervo que actuaba como payaso para su entretenimiento. Hace muchos años vivía un rey el cual disfrutaba mucho de las travesuras de su bufón. En broma, el rey le dio un cetro a su bufón y le dijo que lo guardara hasta el ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:32-40

Denomination: Lutheran

Our Refuge And Strength

Contributed by Fred Edwards on Sep 13, 2001

based on 181 ratings

| 11,990 views

The search for security in the wake of disaster such the the recent terrorist attack on America.

OUR REFUGE AND STRENGTH Psalms 46:1-11 (010916m) The worst tragedy in American history struck this past Tuesday morning just before 9:00 A.M. With out any warning or sane reasoning, thousands of lives were taken. All looking forward to a new day, no one realizing that only moments separated ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

What Happens When A Saved Person Dies Series

Contributed by Ricky Ray on Jan 18, 2001

based on 94 ratings

| 5,775 views

Does all the talk of what happens in the afterlife confuse you? The Bible gives hope for those who know Jesus?

What happens when a saved person dies? Hebrews 9:27 And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment. 2 Cor. 5:8 We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord. Is this place of judgment heaven, paradise or ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:27

Denomination: Baptist

A Convenient Season

Contributed by Brian Credille on Jan 18, 2001

based on 135 ratings

| 6,064 views

Paul’s discussion with Felix regarding faith provides insights for us today into basic truths that every person must face.

A CONVENIENT SEASON Acts 24:24-25 INTRODUCTION Paul had been arrested and was being passed from official to official on his way to Rome. His Roman citizenship had kept him from being killed. Now he stood before Felix, governor of Judea. As usual, Paul was sharing the faith--even with Felix. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

What Happens When We Die? Series

Contributed by Ricky Burke on Feb 22, 2001

based on 307 ratings

| 22,250 views

This is the fifth message in a series called "The Basic Questions of Life.

"What Happens When We Die?" We’re wrapping up a series of messages called "the Basic Questions of Life." This series has looked at some of the questions people ask at some point in their lives. Questions such as: "Is there a God?" "Is the Bible reliable and true?" "How did we get here?" "Why are ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:27, Hebrews 9:9-26

Denomination: Baptist

Our God Is King

Contributed by Gordan Runyan on Sep 14, 2001

based on 66 ratings

| 6,305 views

A special sermon for the Sept. 11 tragedy.

OUR GOD IS KING! By Gordan Runyan Text: Psalm 11 Summary statement: A politically incorrect look at the God who hates sin and promises to deal with it. -------------------------------------------------------- Years ago, a Christian friend introduced me to a device that allows one to read the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 11:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

We Know In Part Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 10, 2003

based on 14 ratings

| 4,295 views

We know little about life after death, but we do know that heaven is not possessing things, that hell is about separation from God, and that the love of God will reach even to the most alienated.

We think that having things will make us happy. The truth is that happiness comes from sharing what you have with someone you love. Fulfillment is not measured by how much you have. Genuine fulfillment is measured by who you have it with. That is true in this life. I believe that is also true ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, 2 Timothy 1:3-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Home Going

Contributed by James May on Aug 10, 2003

based on 40 ratings

| 15,799 views

A sermon that brings the salvation message home, preached as a memorial service to one of our elderly Christian soldiers.

THE HOME GOING This morning we are come together as a church family to worship the Lord. We have sung praises to Jesus, the One who died on the cross, that we may have eternal life. This week has been a hard week for many of those present to endure. As one member has said, “the devil has ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-9, Revelation 2:10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"Homesick"

Contributed by Bishop William Bryant Wilmore, Jr. on Aug 20, 2003

based on 218 ratings

| 26,684 views

A eulogy for a saved person. The name of the deceased has been removed. Insert any name of any deceased saved person and this sermon will preach!

“But as it is written, Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him.” (1 Chron. 2:9) I want to talk to you about "Home." Not an earthly home, but a heavenly home. I want to talk to you about the hope of all ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 2:9

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Ready

Contributed by Barry Edmondson on Sep 8, 2003

based on 15 ratings

| 3,981 views

A message of being ready for the rapture, or for death.

"Are You Ready" Text: Rev 22:20. Intro: On Tuesday September 11,2001 At approx 8:50 Am The Worst attack onm the USA ever since the Civil war and Pearl Harbour. At Approx 8:50 Am Americain Airlines Flight 11, a Boeing 767 with 81 passangers, 9 flight attendants and 2 pilots aboard, headed from ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

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