Sermons on Running On Empty:

Easter According To St. John

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Mar 21, 2018

What a blessing it is to have John's account of the resurrection of Jesus from the dead along with the other witness of the Gospels.

Easter According to St. John John 20:1-18 Today we remember the most important day in human history, the day Jesus rose from the dead. This is a day of great joy to us. We put the sorrows of Jesus death behind us and celebrate that Jesus lives. There are basically five accounts that talk about ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Resurrection Sunday 2015

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Apr 15, 2015

When we read the accounts of the resurrection of Jesus it seems as if His enemies believed He had risen and His followers did not. In this contemporary world many are trying to put Jesus back into the tomb and re-seal it with the stone of death!

Friday! Jesus is dead. The sinless Son of God given as a sacrifice for our salvation. He is dead. Not so fast, buddy! Jesus is ALIVE!!! Just three days after He was crucified and put into a guarded sealed tomb! And, we’ve got two amazing groups of people 1) His enemies who know He’s ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:4

Denomination: Nazarene

“the Significance Of The Resurrection”

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Apr 21, 2014

The life, and crucifixion of Christ are historical facts as is the empty tomb. Christianity is rooted in historical events.

What is the most significant event in world history? No doubt, you can receive as many answers to that question as there are people. But for the Christian, the answer is simple. The most significant event in the history of mankind is the resurrection of Jesus Christ. “Some religions, both ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

I’m In Need Of Resurrection – Part Ii Series

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Mar 11, 2016

Because of the indwelling Holy Spirit, the same power that raised Jesus from the dead is the power that enables us to walk in the Spirit and not fulfill the sinful thinking, immoral conduct and fickled feelings.

Last time we looked at the Resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead and learned that it has certain repercussions—it leaves a mark on those who are touched by it. The Resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead has spiritual, psychological (mind, will, emotions) and physical ramifications ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:4-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Encounter Jesus

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 22, 2019

Jesus meets us where we are so He can send us where He wants us.

Encounter Jesus Luke 24:13-35 Rev. Brian Bill April 20-21, 2019 We’re all on a journey, aren’t we? Easter can be a time when unfulfilled expectations rise to the surface. My guess is some of you have experienced doubt, disappointment, depression, disillusionment, defeat, despair, and perhaps ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:13-35

Denomination: Baptist

Our Hope Is In You Lord

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Apr 16, 2022

This is Easter and, in this sermon, I am going to introduce you to the eternal, unspeakable, glorious hope that can only be found at the foot of a cross and at the empty tomb!

Our Hope is in You Lord Romans 6:8-11 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Over 2,000 years ago a gift was given to humanity that would forever give hope to a world reigned by chaos, famines, wars, and debilitating diseases. This hope would not be found in riches, fame, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Name Above All Names At Which We Bend Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 9, 2025

The Son of God was divine already, but He thought it unfair to glom onto that identity. He became the face of the divine compassion and enduring love, God’s hesed, by emptying Himself of all His divine glory, all His divine dignity.

Palm/Passion Sunday The critical reading we are given from Scripture today is not one of the two Gospels, not the triumphant Palm Sunday story of Christ’s entry to Jerusalem and not the story of the Last Supper, Passion and death of Our Lord. No, the reading that is crucial to an understanding of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:6-11, Isaiah 50:4-7, Acts 16:11-40

Denomination: Catholic

Ishbosheth Assassinated (2 Samuel 4)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 1, 2025

Are mere words good enough or does God want us to obey? Let's look at 2 Samuel 4.

Do we rely upon a man to protect us or God? Did David support an assassination or punish those involved? Is doing God’s will more important than empty words? Let’s look at 2 Samuel 4. Did Ishbosheth rely on God or Abner for protection? When Saul’s son Ish-bosheth heard that Abner had died in ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"Living Water"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Feb 2, 2006

We’re not victorious in our Christian life because we aren’t THIRSTY for the Holy Spirit to do His work in us. God will pour out His Spirit on those who are THIRSTY for Him.

“Living Water” John 4:5-15, 28 – READ WATER … Multi-billion $ industry … WATER!!!! - PUBLIX … made list of different types of water sold. WHY? Desire for “pure water” vs. “tap water”. - There IS a difference! ILL. – Chemistry class … “distilled water” … 2 THINGS I notice in John Ch. 4 … ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-26

Denomination: Baptist

Up From The Grave He Arose

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 19, 2012

Easter celebration! Alot of people witnessed the empty tomb, but not all had a life changing experience from it. What does the empty tomb show you?

Up from the grave He arose Matthew 28:1-10 Introduction- Matthew 28:1-10- (Have them stand for the reading of the Word) We have all watched on TV the devastation of tornadoes in Texas. You see tractor trailers flying through the air like toys. You see it on TV, but have a hard time grasping the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Nazarene

What Do You Do When Your Brook Runs Dry Series

Contributed by Clarence Moore on Feb 14, 2008

Dry brook experiences are inescapable; what do you do when your dry seasons arrive?

2008 Stretching to Serve Series Part IV: When Your Brook Runs Dry! 1 Kings 17: 1-16 If we stretch God wins! If we don’t we lose! We continue to expound on our 2008 powerful theme “Stretching to Serve” by taking a close look at one person in the scriptures that epitomizes this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Running A Race Is Not All Fun But, We Should Have Joy?

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Aug 4, 2011

James is saying we should have joy when we go through trials or test that God allows us to go through.

James 1:2-5 2 My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations;3 Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience.4 But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing.5 If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

You May Run, But You Can’t Hide From God!

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Aug 22, 2011

Everywhere you look, There God is, you can not escape His presence! He’s right here, right now, you don’t have to go any farther than the whisper of your voice to Find Him.

You May Run, But You Can’t Hide From God! Everywhere all over the world this morning there are people who are not in church this morning, For whatever reason they choose not to frequent the church on a regular occasion and its sad, but they choose not to frequent church at all. Some say I can ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:7-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Confusion Reigns Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 30, 2016

The empty tomb produces confusion yet, despite the confusion, Jesus is still at work. When we have confusion keep trusting in the work of Jesus.

Message John 20:1-10 “Confusion Reigns” A good word which describes the first Easter Long Weekend is Confusion There is the confusion of the temple leaders, elders and teachers. They are face to face with the promised Messiah, yet they want him killed. There is the confusion of the crowd. One ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

We All Have Issues (Needs Or Problems)

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Oct 14, 2018

We all have Issues - What do you do with your issues? - run from them- roll up your sleeves and attack them - become anxious - run to people for help. or run to God?

WE ALL HAVE ISSUES We all have Issues - What do you do with your issues? - run from them- roll up your sleeves and attack them - become anxious - run to people for help. or run to God? In reality we’ve all probably responded in several of these ways to our problems. Chuck Swindoll offers wise ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:25-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational