Sermons on Ready To Die:

When Death Intrudes Series

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Jun 18, 2002

Like it or not, death intrudes on our lives all the time -- our friends die, our loved ones, and eventually death comes to claim our lives. Jesus says he is the resurrection -- that if we believe in him, even if we die, we will live. But do we really be

When Death Intrudes by Maynard Pittendreigh John 11:1-57 On his arrival, Jesus found that Lazarus had already been in the tomb for four days. Bethany was less than two miles from Jerusalem, and many Jews had come to Martha and Mary to comfort them in the loss of their brother. When Martha heard ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-57

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Come Dream With Me

Contributed by Thomas Miller on Aug 13, 2005

Come realize Gods dream. Put into place in the beginning of time for mankind to live with Him for all eternity. But man disobeyed his Creator and upset God’s plans in the Garden of Eden. But God loved us enough to not let His dream die, but to die for

6/15/2005 Come Dream With Me. Come realize Gods dream. Put into place in the beginning of time for mankind to live with Him for all eternity. But man disobeyed his Creator and upset God’s plans in the Garden of Eden. But God loved us enough to not let His dream ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

No Other Way

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Apr 1, 2019

One of the questions that gets asked is why did Jesus have to die? Couldn't there have been some other way to accomplish salvation for mankind? Today we'll look to answer that question and see why Jesus had to die.

NO OTHER WAY One of the questions that gets asked is why did Jesus have to die? Couldn't there have been some other way to accomplish salvation for mankind? Couldn't God just forgive us without Jesus having to come to earth and be crucified? God can do anything, right? So why would he have ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:35-36, 1 John 4:9-10, 1 John 3:16, Matthew 16:26, Romans 5:8, 2 Corinthians 5:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Reality Of His Birth

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 4, 2016

As we prepare for Christmas, we must not be guilty of leaving Jesus in the manger. While I am thankful for His birth in Bethlehem, I also rejoice for Calvary. Jesus came with purpose - to die for our sin and reconcile us to God. He was born to die.

The Reality of His Birth John 12: 27; 32 We are entering that wonderful time of year surrounding Christmas. No doubt it continues to generate a lot of excitement among young and old. Although we have heard it countless times, we never tire of hearing the marvelous account of our Lord’s ...read more

Scripture: John 12:27-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Death Of Deliverance-1(2025)

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 9, 2025

1 of 2. Mark related/described the chain of events surrounding Jesus’ death on the Cross. Certain events transpired in bringing about the death of Deliverance. BUT: ?What causes Deliverance to die? ?How does Deliverance die? 10 delusions ensuring the death of Deliverance.

The DEATH Of DELIVERANCE-I—Mark 15:1-25(15:1-47) *This 'bare-bones' sermon was delivered by 1)focusing on the historical aspects presented thru reading the verses themselves, 2)presenting the bare divisions, & 3)commenting from memory in the moment.* Need: To examine the historical ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:1-25, Mark 15:1-47

Denomination: Baptist

The Death Of Deliverance-2(2025)

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 15, 2025

2 of 2. Mark related/described the chain of events surrounding Jesus’ death on the Cross. Certain events transpired in bringing about the death of Deliverance. BUT: ?What causes Deliverance to die? ?How does Deliverance die? 10 delusions ensuring the death of Deliverance.

The DEATH Of DELIVERANCE-II—Mark 15:26-47(15:1-47) This ‘bare-bones’ sermon was delivered @ Wednesday Night Prayer Meeting by 1)focusing on the historical aspects presented thru reading the verses themselves, 2)presenting the bare divisions, & 3)commenting from memory in the moment. Need: To ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:26-47, Mark 15:1-47

Denomination: Baptist

The Meaning Of Life...and Death Series

Contributed by Darryl Klassen on Oct 30, 2008

To live is Christ; to die is gain. This is the great creed of the Christian who wants to live a joyful life whether in this life or the next.

THE MEANING OF LIFE…AND DEATH I emailed a friend recently who is an adventurer. I told him that I look back on his exploits with awe and sometimes I live vicariously through his ventures. He emailed back and said, “Don’t live through me… early in July I started tearing my dad’s old barn down (to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:19-26

Denomination: Mennonite

Embracing Brokenness Wholeheartedly Series

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Feb 21, 2002

When I admit I am broken, I am ready for community.

The Safest Place on Earth – Part 1 February 10, 2002 Big Idea: When I admit I am broken, I am ready for community. INTRODUCTION Since the start of the year we’ve been learning about how to become a church where no one stands alone. During the course of casting this vision, I received some ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Role Of God's Word In Our Lives

Contributed by Richard Wilson on Dec 10, 2001

Are we ready for the role God’s Word should play in our lives?

The Role Of God’s Word In Our Lives Isaiah 50:4-5 4 The Lord GOD has given me the tongue of disciples, that I may know how to sustain the weary one with a word. He awakens {me} morning by morning, He awakens My ear to listen as a disciple. 5 The Lord GOD has opened My ear; and I was not ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 50:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

Marching To A Different Drumbeat

Contributed by Danny Anderson on Sep 16, 2006

Are you ready for the coming conflict? As Christians, we face spiritual struggles and battles...

Marching to a Different Drumbeat Text: Joshua 1:1-3 Introduction: Are you ready for the coming conflict? As Christians, we face spiritual struggles and battles on a daily basis. That is why Paul was so emphatic in the words he used in Ephesians 6:10-13. He said: "Finally, be strengthened by the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Papa's Got A Brand New Bag (1)

Contributed by Shane Brooks on Mar 3, 2005

Forget the former things. God’s ready to do a new thing in you.

God love to do new things Pioneers are those who try something new Lewis and Clark- Pioneers Then come settlers- They take this new found thing and settle it Teach about it- form rules-cultivate- law and order Then comes the ruling citizens- Established- they hate change The resent the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It's Time For Change

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jan 12, 2006

Getting ready for a new year or a new vision! A change in the direction of the local church!

It’s Time for Change! Text: John 21:1-14 How many times has Jesus shown Himself to you? The Bible teaches every believer from the very beginning of time that season’s come and season’s go. For many, 2006 just meant getting up without any new expectations, but God has desires and a plan for our ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Extreme Makeover – World Edition Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 2, 2008

God is ready for us to be dead and reborn rather than just “made over.”

Proverbs 4:23 (NIV) Above all else, guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life. I had the verse put above the signature line on our checks. I had heard it in a song. It hits home with me. The Message paraphrase puts it this way: Proverbs 4:23 (The Message) Keep vigilant watch over ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When Time Runs Out

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 7, 2007

When time runs out, what will you be doing? This is a message of encouragement to be ready.

WHEN TIME RUNS OUT 1 Peter 4:7-11 INTRO: Some years ago Willie Day Smith, a Dallas radio preacher, made a startling announcement: the rapture was to occur on April 1, 1980, around two o’clock in the afternoon. Smith was quoted as saying: “Things are coming to an end; time is very short, we’re in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Celebrating The Moment

Contributed by Jack Pladdys on Mar 27, 2010

Staying focused keeps us ready for whatever might come our way.

Title: Celebrating the Moment Subtitle: Even When the Storm Is Coming Scripture: Matthew 21:6-11; 23:3-4, 11-12; 26:38-39 Subject: Focus Theme: Keeping the end in sight. Proposition: Staying focused keeps us ready for whatever might come our way. Main Points: 1) A Focused Person Is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:6-11

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance